​Although he did not crack the Top 10 players at his position or earn an “honorable mention,” Indianapolis Colts left tackle Bernhard Raimann did draw votes in ESPN’s annual league survey, a ranking exercise conducted each year by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts (as reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler). Other players receiving votes included Spencer Brown, Armand Membou, Brian O’Neill, Ronnie Stanley, Kolton Miller, and Jake Matthews, alongside Raimann himself.
Raimann signed a four-year, $100 million contract extension with the Colts in late July, a deal that solidified his status as one of the premier left tackles in football and underscored his high value at the position. His compensation places him among the top earners by average annual value for starting left tackles. Despite this acclaim and financial commitment, it appears he narrowly missed the official Top 10 ranking heading into the 2026 season.
The 28-year-old bookend started all 17 games for Indianapolis last season. Pro Football Focus (PFF) credited him with a +82.0 overall grade, ranking him 12th among all offensive tackles. His performance was notably anchored by a +78.9 pass protection grade, a sign of his effectiveness in pass blocking. Over 591 total pass-blocking snaps, Raimann allowed 8.0 sacks and generated 31 quarterback pressures. This strong showing underscores his role as a dominant pass protector and consistent starter for the Colts.
Receiving votes in the ESPN survey indicates Raimann is already on the radar as a potential Top 10 tackle, even if he hasn’t yet secured a spot in the upper echelon. To truly cement his status among the elite at the position, he may need to push his play to an even higher level in the upcoming season, positioning him firmly within the Top 10 by 2027. As he continues to develop and deliver steady results, Raimann’s trajectory remains promising for the Colts and for those evaluating the league’s best tackles.