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The 53 man cuts for the Indianapolis Colts are going to be tough. Elite edge pass rush was a need, and Laiatu Latu is definitely a home run. Adonai Mitchell can absolutely be a dangerous weapon to the Indy offense. Matt Goncalves is a power tackle, that probably won't do well vs speed rushers. Tanor Bortolini is a smart, technically sound, center or guard. But needs to get stronger. Anthony Gould is a burner. Return specialist, who could also back-up slot receiver. Jaylon Carlies is a traditional body type for Chris Ballard, but needs work at linebacker. Jaylin Simpson has a lot of versatility when playing defensive back. Micah Abraham a lot of production, but not a typical Ballard move. Jonah Laulu is a typical Ballard pick for 3 tech, but needs a lot of improvement in different areas.

It was the second time Asst. Director: Jaime Moore got on a draft call. Jaylon Carlies was a scout team unanimous decision. Jaylin Simpson is going to be given a chance at cornerback. Laiatu Latu was considered a "When a talent line, meets the need line". Both offensive linemen were picked because of talent & toughness. The Wide Receivers were selected in part due to the arm strength of Anthony Richardson. Anthony Gold was specifically selected due to the new kickoff rules. The Indianapolis Colts are excited about the defensive backs that are coming back. Running back was not selected, because Jonathan Taylor is their guy.

Laiatu Latu really turned around the UCLA defense immediately after transferring, post surgery. Latu patterns his game off Aaron Donald and Maxx Crosby. Latu might be able to shock some people early in the season, and earn opposing offenses respect. Weak points Laiatu has that could hold him back, or that he needs to work on? Can Laiatu be a 3 down lineman for the Indianapolis Colts, and stop the run? Latu can play inside as well, and the defense ran through him. Latu never missed a game for UCLA, and James never had any worry about his previous neck injury. He can come in, and learn a lot, from the guys the Colts already have. Where you can find and follow James Williams.

Donald Thomas is back! Should the Indianapolis Colts make a move on pass rush, if available at 15? Is it the receiver corps, or the Quarterback play? Should Brock Bowers be a target? The secondary played poor, but is it just inexperience? Where do you draft one? Do the Colts need to change the DB coach? How heavily should Chris Ballard be looking to move up? The 1st pick needs to be an impact player, no matter the position. Indy still basically has a rookie Quarterback.

@00:14 Intro @01:20 Rock is very good at man coverage, especially versus big, possession type receivers. @03:29 He never had a chance in Baltimore to get comfortable with the defense around him. @05:30 After being traded to the Raiders, he had a solid season, then bet on himself in Free Agency. @07:25 His last season with the Indianapolis Colts, he was a CB1, and played like it. @09:40 Ya-Sin's lock down ability will help the 49ers defense get to the Quarterback even more!

Too much smoke, to see the fire. Marvin Harrison Jr. is my #1 Wide Receiver Prospect, but I doubt Indy moves up to get him. Malik Nabers is not an 'X' Receiver, but he'll be top receiving target for most teams. Rome Odunze is a dangerous target on the outside, reminds me of Colts: Michael Pittman Jr. Brian Thomas Jr. is fast for a big guy, but is a project. Xavier Worthy is lightning in a bottle, but his size is worrisome to me. Adonai Mitchell is someone who could be an Indianapolis Colts, if he works on 1 thing, and keeps his diabetes in check. Xaiver Legette and Keon Coleman round out my 2nd round guys, in the 2024 NFL draft.

The Defensive Back position was not up to par for the Indianapolis Colts last season. Quinyon Mitchell of Toledo is the best all-around cornerback prospect in this 2024 NFL draft. Nate Wiggins of Clemson is the biggest boom or bust prospect in the entire draft. Terrion Arnold out of Alabama has great instincts, but lack of confidence, and top end speed will limit him. Kool-Aid McKinstry from Bama is not good at zone defense. Cooper DeJean from Iowa is a Swiss Army knife of defensive backs.

The Indianapolis Colts are trying to get an elite pass rusher. Picking 15th overall on the 2024 NFL draft, you're hoping for a blue chipper to fall. Dallas Turner from Alabama probably won't make it to #15, but if he falls, he's a no-brainer pick. Laiatu Latu from UCLA is absolutely amazing, but his neck surgery is a red flag. Jared Verse from FSU is a powerhouse, but I don't believe he is an elite pass rusher. Chop Robinson from Penn State is very fast, but has too many unknowns to pick in round 1.

@00:14 Intro @02:30 Everyone the Indianapolis Colts have signed/re-signed to date: @05:05 Kenny Moore II extension is a bargain for his play. @08:01 Indy signed Joe Flacco in replacement of Gardner Minshew. @11:10 I never expected the Colts to go for a high priced player, like Sneed, this offseason anyhow. @17:05 The Colts are exactly where I expeceted them to be right now. @18:38 Signing a stop gap CB or Safety is the right move, right now, for Indy. @20:48 Bowers will not available for Ballard, at #15, in the draft. @23:05 Teams that 'win' Free Agency, rarely win the season.

Indianapolis Colts Tight End: Andrew Ogletree has domestic violence charges dismissed, due to investigation. How deep are the Colts at TE? The NFL Free Agent market for tight ends is vast. Will the Colts make any moves at the position?

Introducing the free agency series Colts need to fill a Quarterback spot, with only Anthony Richardson and Sam Ehlinger on the roster. Indianapolis will not be looking at players who are expecting big money. Gardner Minshew: Colts Ryan Tannehill: Titans Jacoby Brissett: Commanders Tyrod Taylor: Giants I would not want Marcus Mariotta, Sam Darnold, or Drew Lock, and others. Tyler Huntley: Ravens. Joe Flacco: Browns? You need to be semi-mobile and a decent arm strength to take advantage of Shane Steichen's play design's. Bringing back Carson Wentz would be very controversial.

Let's try to figure out how Indianapolis Colts General Manager: Chris Ballard will approach this. There are too many in-house players that need re-signed, to spend big outside the organization. He'll probably spend mid money on a veteran secondary player. Where he feels he can get a top player at pick 15, could determine where he spends on a free agent. Probably not much movement at linebacker. Gardner Minshew will probably be the top target for back-up quarterback again. I seriously doubt the Colts sign a big name Wide Receiver, and here is why: The running back position might get a low money free agent. The Tight End room is still very talented, and it wasn't their fault the production wasn't there. There might be a pick-up for a back-up offensive lineman.

The Kansas City Chiefs have evolved over the past 5 years. If you don't want to see another dynasty win so many Super Bowls, then beat them. San Francisco 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy has been impressive his first 2 seasons. Patrick Mahomes' X-factor, won't let me be comfortable picking the 49ers to win. The Chiefs have to contain the 49ers running system. San Fran has to keep Mahomes completely uncomfortable all game. Force someone other than Travis Kelce to step up. Game score predictions!

Initial thoughts of the top NFC teams in the NFL. The Green Bay Packers made it to the dance, but do they belong? I'll root for the Packers versus the Dallas Cowboys, for my late father. Game Predictions The Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions looks to be a good game. The Jared Goff, Matthew Stafford is a captivating story. Who wins this matchup? Philadelphia Eagles look like the worst team heading into the playoffs. Baker Mayfield has had a very good season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Upset in the making?

Cleveland Browns Quarterback: Joe Flacco will be a difference maker. Will the C.J. Stroud, and the Houston Texans, fold under Miles Garrett, and the Browns defense? Score predictions. How much will the weather effect the Miami Dolphins, when they head to Kansas City? Will the Chiefs receivers be able to hold on to the football? Final scores? The Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills end up where no-one expected 3 weeks ago. Mason Rudolph has cemented another year with the Steelers. Mike Tomlin's defense could force turnovers, and he should not be on the hot seat. Game outcome?

Should the 4th and 1 pass went to Goodson, or should have Jonathan Taylor been out there? 1 play, 75 yards, and a touchdown, set the tone for the Texans right out the gate. Colts Quarterback Gardner Minshew had some bad passes, and wide receivers had a lot of drops. C.J. Stroud looked comfortable, for the most part of the game. The Indianapolis Colts were fortuitous, and fought hard all season, to end like that. There is a lot of positives to take from the season. Indy has had very bad luck with kick returners, the past year. This season was not completely wasted for Anthony Richardson.

Initial thoughts of the Houston Texans visiting the Indianapolis Colts, Week 18 of the 2023 NFL season. Houston's injury report is pretty eye opening. Indy's injury report looks better, they seem to be getting healthier. C.J. Stroud has the team on his shoulders this week. These defenses for the Colts and Texans play very differently on the back end. But the front 4 of these teams are quite similar, they both set the tone for their teams. Shane Steichen can't hold anything back. The coaches have to get the players to believe in their strategy this week. Home field advantage could help out, if Colts fans play their part. Texans run defense is REALLY good. But don't give up on the run if it is not there immediately. Game Predictions!

Initial reaction to the Indianapolis Colts handling the Las Vegas Raiders week 17 of the 2023 NFL season. The Colts had control of the entire game, despite the stats and final score. Indy needs to cut out those plays that give the other teams momentum(Like E.J. Speed's penalty). Despite the stats, the Colts secondary did well overall versus Devante Adams, and the Raiders offense. Gardner Minshew has protected the football the past 5 games. Braden Smith proved how good he really is, even when not at 100%.

The Indianapolis Colts and the Las Vegas Raiders are on very different trajectories. Colts get back Michael Pittman Jr. and Braden Smith! Both huge for the upcoming matchup! Andrew Ogletree arrested for a domestic violence felony charge. Raiders will not have their number 1 tight end, and probably without Josh Jacobs! Indy are favorites to win, even though Maxx Crosby has been devastating this season. The defense needs to play much better, especially with tackling, in order to win. Aidan O'Connell is a rookie Quarterback, and has played like one. Devante Adams has not been the best receiving option for the Raiders in my opinion. The offensive line has got to open up some run lanes for Jonathan Taylor. Getting important players back changed my opinion on the outcome. Game prediction!

Reaction to the horrible performance by the Indianapolis Colts at Atlanta Falcons. The defense could not stop the Falcons offense in any aspect. The amount of missed tackles by the Colts was shocking. The Falcons really opened running lanes and ran it well. How much of the blame is on Defensive Coordinator: Gus Bradley? Indy's offense line was not blocking effectively. Can the Colts make the playoff's, after what we say last week? What is the benefit of making the playoffs, even if you don't make the Super Bowl? Even wildcard teams can win a championship. Every player has a ceiling, even top 10 draft picks.