Jaylahn Tuimoloau

Colts cornerback Justin Walley and defensive end Jaylahn Tuimoloau join JJ Stankevitz on the pod to explain how the adversity they faced as rookies in 2025 has molded them into better players in 2026, when both are expected to take on larger roles within Lou Anarumo's defense.

0:00 Pod intro
0:17 Justin Walley joins the pod
10:29 Jaylahn Tuimoloau joins the pod

Mo Alie-Cox reflects on the longevity of his nine-year NFL career and the keys to sustaining it. Quenton Nelson discusses his growth as a player and the continuity along the Colts' offensive line. Jaylahn Tuimoloau shares his goals for his sophomore season and what he's learned from veteran defensive end Arden Key this offseason. Finally, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine breaks down his connection with quarterback Riley Leonard and discusses his role in the Colts' wide receiver room.

JJ Stankevitz is back for the third of four installments from Colts media day, with four players joining him on today's pod. The guys chat about things they've come to appreciate about living in central Indiana, how they draw inspiration from their favorite all-time athletes and plenty more (like Cam Bynum ripping an absolute dud of a pack of football cards).

0:00 Pod Intro
0:31 Cam Bynum
9:27 AJ Haulcy
18:39 Caden Curry
24:50 Jaylahn Tuimoloau

Watch Jaylahn Tuimoloau speak with the media about his commitment to improving in his first NFL offseason, feeling leaner and faster heading into year two, his relationship with former Ohio State teammate and sixth-round pick, Caden Curry and thoughts on new defensive line coach Marion Hobby.

Indianapolis Colts DE JT Tuimoloau's eight-yard strip-sack on Baltimore Ravens QB Devin Leary closes out the first half of their preseason matchup on August 7, 2025.

Cornerback Charvarius Ward and rookie defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau meet with the media following the first day of practice at Colts Training Camp.

JJ Stankevitz is joined for conversations during Colts media day by quarterback Daniel Jones (2:04), defensive tackle Neville Gallimore (6:50), cornerback Kenny Moore II (13:44), safety Cam Bynum (22:24), quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (29:14), wide receiver Alec Pierce (33:23), cornerback Justin Walley (41:46) and defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau (47:24).

JJ and the guys talk about a wide range of topics, from the Pacers' run to the NBA Finals and the city of Indianapolis to dads, golf, leadership and much more. You'll hear insightful stories about current Colts players – and also Manny Pacquiao – all while players are in full uniform for the Colts' media day shoots.

Defensive end JT Tuimoloau meets the media during Indianapolis Colts rookie minicamp.

2025 Colts Draft Class: TE Tyler Warren (Penn State), DE JT Tuimoloau (Ohio State), CB Justin Walley (Minnesota), OT Jalen Travis (Iowa State), RB DJ Giddens (Kansas State), QB Riley Leonard (Notre Dame), DT Tim Smith (Alabama), LB Hunter Wohler (Wisconsin)

Following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft, area scouts Tyler Hughes and Mike Lacy discuss DE JT Tuimoloau, QB Riley Leonard, CB Justin Walley, OT Jalen Travis, RB DJ Giddens and LB Hunter Wohler.

Casey Vallier and Bill Brooks break down the Colts' two selections on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft, starting with Ohio State defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau and how he fits with the team's defensive line. The guys also look at how Minnesota cornerback Justin Walley fits in a re-made secondary under defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo.

Watch JT Tuimoloau receive the call from general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen after being selected 45th in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Defensive end JT Tuimoloau (Ohio State) spoke with the media after being selected 45th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor announces the Colts' selection of edge JT Tuimoloau in Round 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft with the No. 45 overall pick.

The defensive end, who was the Colts' sixth-round pick in 2026, moved around the line while at Ohio State.

Tuimoloau appeared in 12 games for a total of 215 defensive snaps.

Anthony Richardson exited the Colts' preseason opener against the Baltimore Ravens after just seven snaps with a dislocated pinkie, giving way to Daniel Jones, who played 31 snaps to finish the first half. The story of the game outside of the Colts' quarterbacks, though, was an impressive preseason debut for rookie first-round tight end Tyler Warren.

The Colts' entire 2025 NFL Draft class is now under contract.

In the whirlwind of getting drafted to traveling to Indianapolis for rookie minicamp, Tuimoloau almost forgot about his birthday – but that doesn't mean he feels anything but blessed.

The Colts picked Ohio State defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau and Minnesota cornerback Justin Walley on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

As an Ohio State Buckeye, Tuimoloau earned First-Team All-Big Ten honors in 2022, 2023 and 2024 and helped the Buckeyes win the 2024 CFP National Championship.

Tuimoloau, a three-time first-team All-Big Ten honoree, totaled 43.5 tackles for a loss and 23.5 sacks during his four years at Ohio State.

The Colts and DeForest Buckner hosted their annual Skills Camp. Hosted for 2nd-8th graders, this one-day camp provided instructional drill work, skill development, and opportunities in character and leadership.

View some of the top photos from defensive end JT Tuimoloau's rookie season with the Indianapolis Colts.

The Colts defensive line surprised young men from the Bloom Project with Christmas gifts, creating a day full of smiles, laughter, connection, and holiday cheer.

The Bloom Project supports young men ages 12–18 by helping them grow, dream big, and prepare for what's next through mentorship, college prep, character development and life-building experiences.

The Indianapolis Colts and Meijer hosted a special shopping event where kids from Indianapolis had the opportunity to "Shop with a Colt" at Meijer to pick out toys, clothes and gifts for themselves and others during this holiday season.

Participants from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana shopped alongside Colts players, Colts Cheerleaders and team mascot "Blue."

The 6-foot-4, 264 pound Tuimoloau spent all four years of his college career at Ohio State, where he totaled 144 tackles, 43.5 tackles for a loss, 23.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and 12 passes defensed over 54 games (41 starts). Tuimoloau earned first-team All-Big Ten honors in 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was named a second-team All-American in 2023.