The Colts, as well as the rest of the NFL teams, have been very quiet in roster moves since my last post. As training camp nears, many teams have started the rookie draftee signings. Our Colts FINALLY made the big one. Signing QB Luck on 7/19. No real surprise, but much later than I think any of us thought it would be, including Irsay who said/tweeted that it was close about 10 times over the past 2 months.
The Colts LB Larry Lumpkin on 7/12. Movement in the LB area guess means they are still looking for quality backup play. Lumpkin is a rookie free agine out of Connecticut. And although it's not listed on colts.com or espn.com, it looks like rookie LB Chris Galippo was waived since he's not listed on the colts.com roster any longer.
On the same day the Colts signed Luck, they also picked up some major beef by siging DT Jason Shirley. Shirley is entering his 3rd year and is listed at a big 6'5" and 329 lbs. That makes him the 2nd heaviest only to newcomer Brandon McKinney who is listed at 345 lbs. Only McKinney and three offensive lineman on the current roster are bigger than Shirley. Though he's been a bit of a journey man playing on several practice squads, he finally got a chance to play at the end of last season for the Carolina Panthers and seemed quite productive, appearing in only four games, but racked up 4 tackles, 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble, according to the colts.com and indystar.com sites.
To season ticket holders. I hear the tickets are being printed and are in the process of being mailed out. I was told we should have them sometime around the end of the month, so in the next week to week and a half. Also, I was told that season ticket holders will be offered any remaining unsold single game regular season tickets around the end of the month too.
Can't wait to see the new team in action. I'd like to say goodbye to all the season ticket holders in section 643 around row 13. Was always great cheering with you. Thanks to all those fans who only supported Manning, I will now be in section 640 in row 6 this year and can't wait for some loud and rowdy Colts fans to cheer with. Can you say firrrrrrrst down!
Friday, July 20, 2012
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Roster tweaking DB, RB and QB
Since my last post, the Colts haven't been very active, but have made moves in the two areas I have said they need to keep working, DB and RB. They also waived a couple QBs...making room for Luck, who hopefully can get his contract signed soon.
First, they signed DB Justin King. Unlike many other DBs they've signed, King has some NFL experience. He's starting his 5th year and played with the Rams the previous four.
Then on 6/19, the Colts wavied QB Legree and signed vet RB Mewelde Moore. Legree's waiving shouldn't surprise anyone. It was going to happen sooner or later and we all know who is going to be the starter and they traded for and drafted QBs. Legree was expendable, but necessary to take reps while Luck wasn't around. RB Moore is entering his 9th season in the NFL, so has quite a bit of experience. Also, he spent the last four years in Pittsburgh with Coach Arians, so there'll be some familiarity with him. Nice to pick up a solid vet like Moore, but I still like to see them sign someone like Ryan Grant or Ryan Torrain.
The Star ran an article on 6/20 (http://www.indystar.com/article/20120620/SPORTS03/120620022/Colts-coach-Chuck-Pagano-Donald-Brown-an-every-down-back?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Sports|s) that Coach Pagano believes Donald Brown is an every down back. I'm not sold because of his size, but oh how I'd love to see him have a great year...without getting injured. Which is my concern with Brown.
On 6/20, the Colts release another QB in Trevor Vittatoe. Hmm. Sure seems they are making room for Luck. The last reports I've seen made it seem as if contract talks were still quite a bit away. But releasing two QBs that were going to be let go anyway within two days might mean they are getting close to having Luck signed...or at least feel that way.
The other roster update is that the safety I've been seeking to show up on the official Colts.com roster finally did. Latarrius Thomas is officially present now.
Looking forward to the only good thing about the end of summer. Colts football! Can't wait to start the cheering from my new seats. Great year to request a move! 50 Yard line here I come!
First, they signed DB Justin King. Unlike many other DBs they've signed, King has some NFL experience. He's starting his 5th year and played with the Rams the previous four.
Then on 6/19, the Colts wavied QB Legree and signed vet RB Mewelde Moore. Legree's waiving shouldn't surprise anyone. It was going to happen sooner or later and we all know who is going to be the starter and they traded for and drafted QBs. Legree was expendable, but necessary to take reps while Luck wasn't around. RB Moore is entering his 9th season in the NFL, so has quite a bit of experience. Also, he spent the last four years in Pittsburgh with Coach Arians, so there'll be some familiarity with him. Nice to pick up a solid vet like Moore, but I still like to see them sign someone like Ryan Grant or Ryan Torrain.
The Star ran an article on 6/20 (http://www.indystar.com/article/20120620/SPORTS03/120620022/Colts-coach-Chuck-Pagano-Donald-Brown-an-every-down-back?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Sports|s) that Coach Pagano believes Donald Brown is an every down back. I'm not sold because of his size, but oh how I'd love to see him have a great year...without getting injured. Which is my concern with Brown.
On 6/20, the Colts release another QB in Trevor Vittatoe. Hmm. Sure seems they are making room for Luck. The last reports I've seen made it seem as if contract talks were still quite a bit away. But releasing two QBs that were going to be let go anyway within two days might mean they are getting close to having Luck signed...or at least feel that way.
The other roster update is that the safety I've been seeking to show up on the official Colts.com roster finally did. Latarrius Thomas is officially present now.
Looking forward to the only good thing about the end of summer. Colts football! Can't wait to start the cheering from my new seats. Great year to request a move! 50 Yard line here I come!
Friday, June 8, 2012
Waiving an OL Could Mean Good Things
The Colts released OL Jake Kirkpatrick on June 7th. This could mean two things, both good. First, it could *just* mean making room for QB Luck, who is done with school and close to signing a contract. But it could also mean confidence in the Offensive Line play. The Colts made a complete overhaul on the line and I liked the moves. Will it translate to immediate success, probably not, but who knows. With time & practice together, I think the new look line has a good shot at being pretty good. I like the additions of Satele, McGlynn and Justice. With young draftees from last year, Castonzo and Ijalana, though mostly unprovened because of injuries, the line is looking much better and bigger. Protecting our rookie QB is a very wise move, a strategy proven to work out pretty good when a certain QB named Manning was just starting out.
Interesting article in the Indy Star yesterday concerning the DBs attitude toward being called the weak link of the Colts roster. Though it may very well be true and everything I read locally and nationally about the Colts, all say that is a major area where we struggled last year and really didn't do much to address so the expectation is very low. Just reviewing the roster at each position, I don't think anyone can deny that DB is currently a weak spot. But when you're just looking at any team's roster at each position, there's always strong and weak areas. I do like and hope to continue to hear the *attitude* from our DBs though. I think it's about time the Colts get a tougher attitude, especially on defense, but I'd like to see that kind of spirit and chippyness from the entire team. I always cringed when I heard the Colts described as a finesse team. I really would like to hear more descriptions this year like tough, nasty, gritty, scrappy, hard-hitting, come after you, pressure....and I'll be up in the stands yelling and screaming all the way and hopefully doing a lot of "ahhhhh, 1st down" cheering.
Can't wait to see and hear about our new QB Luck getting some reps now.
Go Colts!
Interesting article in the Indy Star yesterday concerning the DBs attitude toward being called the weak link of the Colts roster. Though it may very well be true and everything I read locally and nationally about the Colts, all say that is a major area where we struggled last year and really didn't do much to address so the expectation is very low. Just reviewing the roster at each position, I don't think anyone can deny that DB is currently a weak spot. But when you're just looking at any team's roster at each position, there's always strong and weak areas. I do like and hope to continue to hear the *attitude* from our DBs though. I think it's about time the Colts get a tougher attitude, especially on defense, but I'd like to see that kind of spirit and chippyness from the entire team. I always cringed when I heard the Colts described as a finesse team. I really would like to hear more descriptions this year like tough, nasty, gritty, scrappy, hard-hitting, come after you, pressure....and I'll be up in the stands yelling and screaming all the way and hopefully doing a lot of "ahhhhh, 1st down" cheering.
Can't wait to see and hear about our new QB Luck getting some reps now.
Go Colts!
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Colts Roster Tweaking, still need DB help
It's starting to become clear what I've been saying for a few weeks now. The Colts really need help at defensive back. The Colts latest move I think shows they are yet to feel comfortable with the current DBs on the roster. Even the Indy Star's Mike Chappel posted a blog about it today. http://blogs.indystar.com/coltsinsider/2012/06/06/at-cornerback-the-colts-still-are-looking-for-some-help/. Meanwhile, it's still being reported that the Colts are interested in the Cowboys Michael Jenkins who is unhappy with his contract and moves made by the Cowboys at his position. The latest waiver wire pick up by the Colts was Korey Lindsey, who was let go by the Arizona Cardinals. The move to me means the Colts coaching staff is "still looking" for capable DBs which translates to me to mean they have little confidence in what they have seen from those currently on the roster. The Colts waived Safety Micah Pellerin, which might give indication at some solidification at the S position. Still out on the free agent market are: Lito Sheppard, Will Blackmon, Phillip Buchanon, and Donald Strickland so besides of the prospect of Jenkins, the free agent market is/has dried up quickly. Here's hoping the Cowboys can be persuaded to deal Jenkins for something affordable, like 2nd/3rd round picks?
Interesting to note is the fact that Safety Latarrius Thomas was reportedly signed by the Colts in the Indy Star a few weeks ago, but he never showed up on the roster at Colts.com. Not sure if he never passed a physical or if it was contract related or just a mistake on the roster listed on Colts.com. The roster on the site is being updated more frequently as of late, the same day with the last four or five transactions, so likely means he never made it to the field.
The Colts added WR Kris Adams on June 6th and waived OLB Kevin Eagan. This might mean the coaches aren't satisfied yet with the backup WR position and maybe feeling better about the OLB position. I'm still surprised they wouldn't try picking up a free agent WR who's proven if they really feel we still need help there, and I think we could use an upgrade. After Wayne, there's not much. Avery could be good, but it depends upon his recovery whether he can be as good as he was or can last a season. Still available and I think worth a look are: Greg Camarillo, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Mark Clayton, Michael Clayton, Malcolm Kelly, Roy Williams, and our own Blair White who I still haven't seen anything of why he was let go. Wondering if recovery from his injury last season played into it.
Looks like the Colts are happy with RBs Brown, Carter, Ballard. I saw that Houston picked up Justin Forsett who was on my short list of possible free agents that the Colts should have taken a look at. I'm still not 100% sold on our RBs. Wondering if they might still have interest once we're closer to preseason if any of the following are still available and get more desparate to sign with a team: Ryan Grant, Jerious Norwood, Ronnie Brown, Cedric Benson or Ryan Torain.
On the draft signee front, we've still got the top three picks unsigned. That means we're practicing without our starting QB and TEs currently. With Luck finishing up school this week and reports that he and the Colts are close to a contract, hopefully, we'll at least have our starting QB on the field soon.
Go Colts!
Interesting to note is the fact that Safety Latarrius Thomas was reportedly signed by the Colts in the Indy Star a few weeks ago, but he never showed up on the roster at Colts.com. Not sure if he never passed a physical or if it was contract related or just a mistake on the roster listed on Colts.com. The roster on the site is being updated more frequently as of late, the same day with the last four or five transactions, so likely means he never made it to the field.
The Colts added WR Kris Adams on June 6th and waived OLB Kevin Eagan. This might mean the coaches aren't satisfied yet with the backup WR position and maybe feeling better about the OLB position. I'm still surprised they wouldn't try picking up a free agent WR who's proven if they really feel we still need help there, and I think we could use an upgrade. After Wayne, there's not much. Avery could be good, but it depends upon his recovery whether he can be as good as he was or can last a season. Still available and I think worth a look are: Greg Camarillo, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Mark Clayton, Michael Clayton, Malcolm Kelly, Roy Williams, and our own Blair White who I still haven't seen anything of why he was let go. Wondering if recovery from his injury last season played into it.
Looks like the Colts are happy with RBs Brown, Carter, Ballard. I saw that Houston picked up Justin Forsett who was on my short list of possible free agents that the Colts should have taken a look at. I'm still not 100% sold on our RBs. Wondering if they might still have interest once we're closer to preseason if any of the following are still available and get more desparate to sign with a team: Ryan Grant, Jerious Norwood, Ronnie Brown, Cedric Benson or Ryan Torain.
On the draft signee front, we've still got the top three picks unsigned. That means we're practicing without our starting QB and TEs currently. With Luck finishing up school this week and reports that he and the Colts are close to a contract, hopefully, we'll at least have our starting QB on the field soon.
Go Colts!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Colts Roster Moves
The off-season moves continue for the Colts. They keep very subtly adding and waiving players without much fanfare. Waiving TE Brody Eldridge made indystar.com and was in ESPN's NFL Transactions. They also signed another QB, David Legree. Also, reported in both the Star and ESPN. I'm assuming Legree will get some reps while Luck is finishing up at Stanford. Maybe also to provide some competition at the #2 or #3 spot. Legree is a rookie and is 6-4, 225 pounds. The Star reported that he began his collegiate career at Syracuse then
transferred to Hampton University after the 2008 season. So, he's a pretty old for a rookie.
The Colts also quietly swapped Offensive Lineman. Waiving rookie Matt Murphy and signing rookie Zane Taylor. This was reported on ESPN, but not the Star. The roster at Colts.com has also been updated to reflect these moves.
The Colts also now have signed five of their draft choices. That leaves Luck, Hilton, Allen, Fleener and Chapman. So, four offensive and one defensive players still to sign.
The Colts also quietly swapped Offensive Lineman. Waiving rookie Matt Murphy and signing rookie Zane Taylor. This was reported on ESPN, but not the Star. The roster at Colts.com has also been updated to reflect these moves.
The Colts also now have signed five of their draft choices. That leaves Luck, Hilton, Allen, Fleener and Chapman. So, four offensive and one defensive players still to sign.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Colts pick up FA Rookie Safety
Thomas,
Latarrius, S, 6-1, 210, R, Eastern Michigan
http://blogs.indystar.com/sportspulse/2012/05/03/colts-agree-to-terms-with-free-agent-safety-latarrius-thomas/
He has not yet been added to the colts.com roster, but neither have any of the draft picks including Luck.
http://blogs.indystar.com/sportspulse/2012/05/03/colts-agree-to-terms-with-free-agent-safety-latarrius-thomas/
He has not yet been added to the colts.com roster, but neither have any of the draft picks including Luck.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Colts Post Draft Roster and Needs
Now with the draft behind us, I'm reviewing the Colts roster again. Several areas were addressed either before the draft or with it.
Offense: QB was, of course, priority #1. I think we can say we have a starter in Andrew Luck and now competition for the backups. On offense, the line was indeed an issue and with a new rookie QB, this was an area of great concern as well. The Colts did work there pre-draft. Picking up vets, Winston Justice, Samson Satele and Mike McGlynn who look more than just serviceable. Add Anthony Castonzo and Ben Ijalana from last year's draft class and the line is looking better. Also, add the fact that several others on the roster got a lot of work last year while subbing due to all the injuries. So, that means though they may not be great starters they are very serviceable backups with experience. Next need was definitely TE. By drafting two, Coby Fleener and Dwayne Allen and another undrafted free agent, there are now five TEs. I'm comfortable "enough" with that considering there really aren't any free agent vet TEs available. Next need, definitely in my mind was RB. I do not feel comfortable at all with our RB options and picking up Vick Ballard in the draft and Deji Karim in free agency doesn't make me feel any better. Unless Carter or Evans have greatly improved since last season, I'd still like to see the Colts pick up a quality vet RB in free agency and there are several I think might fit. Still available are Justin Forsett, Ryan Grant, Jerious Norwood, Tim Hightower, Ryan Torain and even older guys like Ronnie Brown and Cedric Benson would seem to be an upgrade. Oh, yea, some guy named Addai is still available too. That leaves WR. I think with Wayne and the pick up of Avery with Collie playing the slot, the need was really at quality backups. The draft provided TY Hilton and I've read good things about him and the fact he could also help the return game (and we need that desparately) only gives him upside. They also picked up LaVon Brazil via the draft then Griff Whalen via undrafted free agents. I don't know much about Brazil nor have I read much, but Whalen played with Luck and Fleener at Stanford, so being familiar with the QB could be a plus. The rest of the WRs, Fayson, Cosby, and Ross, I don't know much about, but I think they will mostly be pre-season roster fillers or backups. That leaves me looing at available FAs and there are a few I think would be good pick ups. Jacoby Jones (could also return kicks/punts), Jabar Gaffney (contract might not work, but would push Avery for starting position and he/Wayne would make it hard to on defenses to cover both), and any of these wouldn't be bad considerations: Greg Camarillo, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Mark Clayton, Michael Clayton, Malcolm Kelly, Roy Williams...and what about Blair White, did he get injured or tick off one of the new coaches.
Defense: I think the biggest need was quality DBs. They picked up SS Zbikowski from the Ravens. Not sure if he's a true starter, but looking at the roster, he's got as good a chance as any. The other starters look like they'll be Kevin Thomas, Antoine Bethea and Jerraud Powers. After that the talent trails off quickly. Like the O-linemen of last year, several DBs did get good quality playing time due to injuries. That may play to their and our team's favor. I'm just as sorry the Colts didn't have the opportunity to pick up a good DB in the draft as the Colts are and I think this will be the D's sore spot this year. Looking at available FAs, there's slim pickings available. Lito Sheppard, Will Blackmon, Phillip Buchanon, and ex-Colt Donald Strickland. All have seen their best years, but an old vet might help the young group we have on the current roster. The LB position comes in a close 2nd, but I think might solve itself by going to a 4-3 which would shift some of our smaller D-linemen to play LB-like. Even so, we are thin at quality LBs. We've got stud Pat Angerer. After that, my confidence is pretty low. Kavell Conner is really the only other one with quality experience. That leaves guys like Mario Harvey, Scott Lutrus, Jerrell Freeman and new additions Chris Galippo and Tim Fugger who was drafted this year. I've seen some good reports on Fugger, but he's yet to play a game. Only FA LB that looked not too old and might be worth a look is Nate Triplett. Here's hoping with the 4-3 and our already small D-linemen, we will not need to rely in LBs. The D-line was solidified by re-signing Mathis, keeping Freeney (at least so far) and picking up Cory Redding and Brandon McKinney. Still on the roster are players with quite a bit of experience, Fili Moala, Antonio Johnson, Ricardo Matthews, Jerry Hughes (still TBD, but I think the 4-3 might help him and Drake Nevis who showed some flashes last year to make you think he was moving in the right direction. Back up competition looks pretty good to with Mario Addison, Justin Hickman, Ollie Ogbu, Brandon Peguese and new pick ups James Aiono, Kevin Eagon and Chigbo Anunoby who I've read in a few places might be a steal as an undrafted FA. Still wondering why Eric Foster hasn't gotten some love at resigning. Thought the guy played pretty well and would've pushed several guys on the roster for a roster spot.
Special Teams: We good at Kicker with Vinatieri. Next year might be the time to look for a younger, less expensive kicker. We've got too many other holes. We are good at Punter with McAfee. They signed P Brian Stahovich as a future prospect, but think it might also be just to give some preseason reps to vs using McAfee. Long Snapper Justin Snow got some competition when the Colts added Matt Overton, but I'm not sure how serious a look he'll get. My only thought was maybe the Colts looked at the roster and thought this would be one more spot to get younger. Snow has been solid though and knows and has quality time with both K & P. Now, the really sore spot for years...KR and PR. Joe Lefeged is really the only one on the roster who got enough time last year and was under average, but consistent and didn't fumble. I'd like to see TY Hilton, Deji Karim and possiblly Vick Ballard to compete as returners. This will definitely be a position that could earn a guy a spot on the roster since backup WR and DB is wide open.
So, now with the draft and signing undrafted FAs being over, I think the Colts would be wise to really look at the FAs available with a focus on RB and DB. And since there are several quality players available, also take a look at the WRs available. I still think LB is an area that could be improved, but there aren't many quality FAs available and as I mentioned using a 4-3 could change the need at the LB position enough that some of our smaller D-linemen might fill the need and work itself out.
Offense: QB was, of course, priority #1. I think we can say we have a starter in Andrew Luck and now competition for the backups. On offense, the line was indeed an issue and with a new rookie QB, this was an area of great concern as well. The Colts did work there pre-draft. Picking up vets, Winston Justice, Samson Satele and Mike McGlynn who look more than just serviceable. Add Anthony Castonzo and Ben Ijalana from last year's draft class and the line is looking better. Also, add the fact that several others on the roster got a lot of work last year while subbing due to all the injuries. So, that means though they may not be great starters they are very serviceable backups with experience. Next need was definitely TE. By drafting two, Coby Fleener and Dwayne Allen and another undrafted free agent, there are now five TEs. I'm comfortable "enough" with that considering there really aren't any free agent vet TEs available. Next need, definitely in my mind was RB. I do not feel comfortable at all with our RB options and picking up Vick Ballard in the draft and Deji Karim in free agency doesn't make me feel any better. Unless Carter or Evans have greatly improved since last season, I'd still like to see the Colts pick up a quality vet RB in free agency and there are several I think might fit. Still available are Justin Forsett, Ryan Grant, Jerious Norwood, Tim Hightower, Ryan Torain and even older guys like Ronnie Brown and Cedric Benson would seem to be an upgrade. Oh, yea, some guy named Addai is still available too. That leaves WR. I think with Wayne and the pick up of Avery with Collie playing the slot, the need was really at quality backups. The draft provided TY Hilton and I've read good things about him and the fact he could also help the return game (and we need that desparately) only gives him upside. They also picked up LaVon Brazil via the draft then Griff Whalen via undrafted free agents. I don't know much about Brazil nor have I read much, but Whalen played with Luck and Fleener at Stanford, so being familiar with the QB could be a plus. The rest of the WRs, Fayson, Cosby, and Ross, I don't know much about, but I think they will mostly be pre-season roster fillers or backups. That leaves me looing at available FAs and there are a few I think would be good pick ups. Jacoby Jones (could also return kicks/punts), Jabar Gaffney (contract might not work, but would push Avery for starting position and he/Wayne would make it hard to on defenses to cover both), and any of these wouldn't be bad considerations: Greg Camarillo, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Mark Clayton, Michael Clayton, Malcolm Kelly, Roy Williams...and what about Blair White, did he get injured or tick off one of the new coaches.
Defense: I think the biggest need was quality DBs. They picked up SS Zbikowski from the Ravens. Not sure if he's a true starter, but looking at the roster, he's got as good a chance as any. The other starters look like they'll be Kevin Thomas, Antoine Bethea and Jerraud Powers. After that the talent trails off quickly. Like the O-linemen of last year, several DBs did get good quality playing time due to injuries. That may play to their and our team's favor. I'm just as sorry the Colts didn't have the opportunity to pick up a good DB in the draft as the Colts are and I think this will be the D's sore spot this year. Looking at available FAs, there's slim pickings available. Lito Sheppard, Will Blackmon, Phillip Buchanon, and ex-Colt Donald Strickland. All have seen their best years, but an old vet might help the young group we have on the current roster. The LB position comes in a close 2nd, but I think might solve itself by going to a 4-3 which would shift some of our smaller D-linemen to play LB-like. Even so, we are thin at quality LBs. We've got stud Pat Angerer. After that, my confidence is pretty low. Kavell Conner is really the only other one with quality experience. That leaves guys like Mario Harvey, Scott Lutrus, Jerrell Freeman and new additions Chris Galippo and Tim Fugger who was drafted this year. I've seen some good reports on Fugger, but he's yet to play a game. Only FA LB that looked not too old and might be worth a look is Nate Triplett. Here's hoping with the 4-3 and our already small D-linemen, we will not need to rely in LBs. The D-line was solidified by re-signing Mathis, keeping Freeney (at least so far) and picking up Cory Redding and Brandon McKinney. Still on the roster are players with quite a bit of experience, Fili Moala, Antonio Johnson, Ricardo Matthews, Jerry Hughes (still TBD, but I think the 4-3 might help him and Drake Nevis who showed some flashes last year to make you think he was moving in the right direction. Back up competition looks pretty good to with Mario Addison, Justin Hickman, Ollie Ogbu, Brandon Peguese and new pick ups James Aiono, Kevin Eagon and Chigbo Anunoby who I've read in a few places might be a steal as an undrafted FA. Still wondering why Eric Foster hasn't gotten some love at resigning. Thought the guy played pretty well and would've pushed several guys on the roster for a roster spot.
Special Teams: We good at Kicker with Vinatieri. Next year might be the time to look for a younger, less expensive kicker. We've got too many other holes. We are good at Punter with McAfee. They signed P Brian Stahovich as a future prospect, but think it might also be just to give some preseason reps to vs using McAfee. Long Snapper Justin Snow got some competition when the Colts added Matt Overton, but I'm not sure how serious a look he'll get. My only thought was maybe the Colts looked at the roster and thought this would be one more spot to get younger. Snow has been solid though and knows and has quality time with both K & P. Now, the really sore spot for years...KR and PR. Joe Lefeged is really the only one on the roster who got enough time last year and was under average, but consistent and didn't fumble. I'd like to see TY Hilton, Deji Karim and possiblly Vick Ballard to compete as returners. This will definitely be a position that could earn a guy a spot on the roster since backup WR and DB is wide open.
So, now with the draft and signing undrafted FAs being over, I think the Colts would be wise to really look at the FAs available with a focus on RB and DB. And since there are several quality players available, also take a look at the WRs available. I still think LB is an area that could be improved, but there aren't many quality FAs available and as I mentioned using a 4-3 could change the need at the LB position enough that some of our smaller D-linemen might fill the need and work itself out.
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