Colts bring in Will Hernandez and other offensive line tryout candidates

The Indianapolis Colts conducted recent tryouts featuring multiple offensive linemen, including veteran interior guard Will Hernandez, according to the NFL transaction wire as reported by Yahoo Sports. The workouts also included offensive tackle Trey Wedig and offensive tackle D'Ante Smith, reflecting a familiar theme for teams at this point in the offseason: auditioning players who can compete for depth roles and potentially earn a roster spot.

Hernandez comes to the tryout with experience at the guard position, with past stops that include the Arizona Cardinals and the New York Giants, based on the reporting. For the Colts, that matters because the guard position is often where teams look for reliable pass protection and run-game consistency, especially when evaluating players who can handle multiple blocking assignments on short notice.

The tryout group also featured Wedig and D'Ante Smith, both listed as offensive tackles. Bringing in multiple tackle candidates gives a club flexibility in how it approaches the depth chart, particularly if the coaching staff wants to compare technique, footwork, and adaptability against the demands of pass protection in live scrimmage settings.

While the transaction wire report confirms the Colts worked out these players, it does not, by itself, indicate whether any of them signed contracts or where they fit on the roster today. That distinction is important, since tryouts and workout reports are often part of a broader evaluation process that can still end with players not joining the team.

Still, the Colts’ emphasis on the offensive line aligns with how NFL rosters are typically managed heading into the regular season. Even established starters may be supported by a deeper “next man up” group, and the ability to keep linemen ready for different roles can be a competitive advantage when injuries, rotations, or matchup-specific personnel packages come into play.

For fans watching the Colts, the immediate next question is whether the workouts lead to subsequent roster moves. If Indianapolis adds one or more of these linemen, it will likely be framed as an effort to strengthen depth and provide internal competition during training camp and preseason phases.