Indianapolis Colts Draft Review

After losing to the Saints in the Super Bowl, the Colts will no doubt have a sour taste in their mouth. But they should regain their form this year. Injuries on the defensive line made this an area in need of attention. They addressed those problems drafting TCU end Jerry Hughes. He’s an edge rusher in the mold of Mathis and Freeney and should work his way into spot duties during some point of the season.

They selected linebacker Pat Angerer from Iowa. He’s a fast playmaker that brings needed depth to the position. Another area of need is corner back, which brought in USC corner back Kevin Thomas. He’s a gifted athlete will speed to spare and should work well in the Colts defensive scheme. The drafted offensive guard Jacques McClendon who was a standout at Tennessee and should bring some depth healthy competition. While you’re not going to get any better of a receiving tight end than Dallas Clark, it doesn’t hurt to bring in a big, blocking tight end. That’s exactly what Oklahoma giant Brody Eldridge is and he’ll be a contributer right away. The interior of the d-line got some depth with the drafting of Cincinnati tackle Ricardo Mathews, who did a good job in college of plugging up the middle.

Clemson linebacker Kavell Conner brings some speed and toughness to the position and may contribute right away on special teams. One more special teams player was added, cornerback Ray Fisher of Indiana. He should compete for return duties. The Colts did a great job of adding depth and potential to areas where they needed it. This is a typical draft for the Colts and that’s why year in and year out they’re usually at the top of the league.

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