The 2021 offseason has begun and even though the new league year doesn’t arrive for a little over a month, the Indianapolis Colts are hard at work trying to figure out their best plan of action.
Before the offseason moves arrive, there are some important dates to keep an eye on. From the start of the new league year to the 2021 NFL draft, here are the important dates for the Colts this offseason:
Feb. 23-March 9
The window for teams to designate one franchise or transitional player.
March 15-17
For three days before free agency begins, clubs are permitted to contact and enter into contract negotiations with agents of players who will become unrestricted free agents. This is called the legal tampering period.
March 17, 4 p.m. ET
The official start of the 2021 league year.
All 2020 player contracts expire at this time. Teams can begin signing free agents officially. Trades cannot be officially announced until the start of the new league year.
April 5
Teams with new head coaches can start offseason workout programs.
April 19
Start of offseason workouts for all other teams.
April 23
Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets.
April 28
Final day teams can match restricted free agents offer sheets
April 29-May 1
2021 NFL Draft currently scheduled to be held in Cleveland.
