Free Agency Predictions

[Chromeburn]

Give me your FA predictions.

I think we follow a similar pattern as before. We will be in a on few big names then get outbid. We will pick up tier 2 guys and round out the roster so we can go BPA in the draft. I think we sign a DT, DE, and a WR. Maybe Wolff or Shelby Harris, Sheard, and Emanuel Sanders.

I think we sign Rivers and draft a low round QB. Rivers said he only wants to play two more years so he is essentially a stop gap.

[Brylok]

I predict it will be difficult to get quality free agents to come without overpaying, so I'm tempering my expectations.

[YDFL Commish]

Matt Judon, Shelby Harris, Austin Hooper/Hunter Henry.

[Ironshaft]

- Sign OT Catonzo to new contract before free agency opens

- Sign one DE. I think we will swing and miss on Clowney and then "settle" for either re-signing Sheard or a lesser talented veteran like Shaq Lawson, Emmanuel Ogbah, Markus Golden or Vic Beasley.

- Try to sign a veteran TE but I think Henry will be tagged and I think Hooper will end up signing for CRAZY money so I think we will miss out. Jordan Reed would be okay but my guess is that we will have to draft someone.

- Sign one of: NT D.J. Reader, Javon Hargrave, Jarran Reed. Might end up being the "biggest impact" free agent of the class.

- Sit until the "value" portion of free agency to pick up a veteran WR to help mentor the younger guys (Pascal, Fountain, Campbell) and 1 or 2 rookie draft picks alongside T.Y.

- Sit until the "value" portion of free agency and pick up O-Line depth.

If we can get a NT, DE, WR and O-Line depth in free agency, that opens the draft up to draft BPA with our first 4 draft picks (rounds 1 - 3).

Now, watch Ballard go sign Rivers, Hooper, Amari Cooper and Clowney on day one of free agency (and see our cap go up in smoke! )

[rm1369]

Give me your FA predictions.

I think we follow a similar pattern as before. We will be in a on few big names then get outbid. We will pick up tier 2 guys and round out the roster so we can go BPA in the draft. I think we sign a DT, DE, and a WR. Maybe Wolff or Shelby Harris, Sheard, and Emanuel Sanders.

I think we sign Rivers and draft a low round QB. Rivers said he only wants to play two more years so he is essentially a stop gap.

I pretty much agree. They’ll sign Rivers and draft Fromm or Gordon. They’ll “go after” the top tier guys, but settle on the a couple tier 2 and tier 3 guys. The exception possibly being Hunter Henry (if you consider him top tier). I think he’ll be heavily pursued by the Colts and could possibly be landed since TE isn’t a “premier” position (not the same dollars as DE, DT, or OT). We saw what Ebron meant to the system and Henry obviously has familiarity with Rivers, so he makes sense on multiple fronts.

I’m not sure I agree on Sanders though. He’s not a fit due to age IMO. I could see like Higgins or Agholor. And of course they’ll add someone in the first two rounds of the draft and possibly an additional one later. Although I’m hoping they resign Funchess instead of double dipping in the draft - WRs often take a year or two to develop.

I agree on DE and DT - they’ll settle on a lower tier guy still in his mid to late 20s. And they‘ll spend one of the other first or second round picks on the other position.

Personally I’d like to see them pursue Byron Jones. They need help at CB and if they are signing Rivers I think they need that help now. I doubt they’d land him if they do though.

[Chromeburn]

I pretty much agree. They’ll sign Rivers and draft Fromm or Gordon. They’ll “go after” the top tier guys, but settle on the a couple tier 2 and tier 3 guys. The exception possibly being Hunter Henry (if you consider him top tier). I think he’ll be heavily pursued by the Colts and could possibly be landed since TE isn’t a “premier” position (not the same dollars as DE, DT, or OT). We saw what Ebron meant to the system and Henry obviously has familiarity with Rivers, so he makes sense on multiple fronts.

I’m not sure I agree on Sanders though. He’s not a fit due to age IMO. I could see like Higgins or Agholor. And of course they’ll add someone in the first two rounds of the draft and possibly an additional one later. Although I’m hoping they resign Funchess instead of double dipping in the draft - WRs often take a year or two to develop.

I agree on DE and DT - they’ll settle on a lower tier guy still in his mid to late 20s. And they‘ll spend one of the other first or second round picks on the other position.

Personally I’d like to see them pursue Byron Jones. They need help at CB and if they are signing Rivers I think they need that help now. I doubt they’d land him if they do though.

I can’t see Fromm, Ballard likes his athletes and traits. Fromm has the mental makeup and I think he will interview well, but he struggles to make basic throws and I can’t see him making big throws. Gordon has a quick release but that’s about it. His mechanics are a mess and he is a statue in the pocket. Eason is a possibility in my mind, he has the arm and athletiscm, but he needs to sit and learn. Also needs to grow up a little. Rivers might be a good mentor for him. They also looked at the Northern Colorado QB Joe Knipp today.

I hope they do not sign Agolohor, that guy couldn’t catch the corona virus if he was stuck in an over crowded woohan hospital. But I agree he might be more likely than Sanders.

I’m not sold on Funchess, and I think his tag is too high. If he is cheaper. I think they want a tall guy who can jump ball it. But I think they need a route runner who can get open. There are a lot of big guys with big wing spans in this draft.

[smitty46953]

Personally I’d like to see them pursue Byron Jones. They need help at CB and if they are signing Rivers I think they need that help now. I doubt they’d land him if they do though.

If this is true, I don't see Colts paying that? :cool:

Free-agent CB Byron Jones expected to become highest-paid DB ever next week with deal worth $16-18M a year, per @TomPelissero

[rm1369]

I can’t see Fromm, Ballard likes his athletes and traits. Fromm has the mental makeup and I think he will interview well, but he struggles to make basic throws and I can’t see him making big throws. Gordon has a quick release but that’s about it. His mechanics are a mess and he is a statue in the pocket. Eason is a possibility in my mind, he has the arm and athletiscm, but he needs to sit and learn. Also needs to grow up a little. Rivers might be a good mentor for him. They also looked at the Northern Colorado QB Joe Knipp today.

I hope they do not sign Agolohor, that guy couldn’t catch the corona virus if he was stuck in an over crowded woohan hospital. But I agree he might be more likely than Sanders.

I’m not sold on Funchess, and I think his tag is too high. If he is cheaper. I think they want a tall guy who can jump ball it. But I think they need a route runner who can get open. There are a lot of big guys with big wing spans in this draft.

Probably true on Fromm. I thought about Eason as well, but Ballard has put a lot of emphasis on leadership when selecting other positions. I find it hard to believe he’d overlook it at QB. It’s probably my personal opinion, but at QB I’d definitely rank the mental aspects higher than the physical. And I’m not sure I’d count on Rivers being much of a mentor. My memory is he’s had an issue with previous talk about the Chargers drafting his replacement. I’m not sure he’d accept that role.

Agholor isn’t who I’d like them to sign, but he’ll be in the age and price range and has history with Reich so I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

I wasn’t sold on the Funchess signing last year because it was only a one year deal. But they supposedly saw something in him they went after heavily and unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to see it on the field to know. He still fits the bill age wise and whatever they saw should still be there. And he knows the system. His cost should be lower this year than last although I’d still prefer to overpay this year with a team option for another year. Overall, I hope for a round 1-2 rookie, resigning of Funchess, and another low tier free agent. Then let them compete.

[rm1369]

If this is true, I don't see Colts paying that? :cool:

Free-agent CB Byron Jones expected to become highest-paid DB ever next week with deal worth $16-18M a year, per @TomPelissero

Yeah if that’s true then they’ll pass and I won’t blame them.

[1965southpaw]

I don't think we are going after Rivers....I think JMV's "colts insider" source is solid. I think it's more likely we use one of our 2nd Round picks and draft a "developmental" QB and start the season with JB. Whether we finish the season with JB is a function of Frank's QB whisperer prowess and Ballard's ability to find a diamond that others miss (a la the maniac). The thing that changes this scenario is if Tommy Terrific goes to Las Vegas (unlikely IMHO), then I think we get in on the Carr sweepstakes, but probably loose out to someone who doesn't care about getting value in contracts.

The rest of the draft is BPA with a focus on both lines....necessary depth....and a WR with a later pick.

I heard a national guy (forget who) say that Colts and Giants are the top suitors for Clowney.....I think the Giants will write a bigger check and get him if he hits the market.

[1965southpaw]

Forgot to mention Funchess.....I think they resign him but to a more team friendly deal. Forget the exact quote, but I heard Ballard speak about him on one of the local shows last week.....I recall thinking that he still sounded pretty positive about the guy.

[rm1369]

I don't think we are going after Rivers....I think JMV's "colts insider" source is solid. I think it's more likely we use one of our 2nd Round picks and draft a "developmental" QB and start the season with JB. Whether we finish the season with JB is a function of Frank's QB whisperer prowess and Ballard's ability to find a diamond that others miss (a la the maniac). The thing that changes this scenario is if Tommy Terrific goes to Las Vegas (unlikely IMHO), then I think we get in on the Carr sweepstakes, but probably loose out to someone who doesn't care about getting value in contracts.

The rest of the draft is BPA with a focus on both lines....necessary depth....and a WR with a later pick.

I heard a national guy (forget who) say that Colts and Giants are the top suitors for Clowney.....I think the Giants will write a bigger check and get him if he hits the market.

The primary reason I think the smoke around Rivers is true is because of how much everyone associated with the team has went out of their way to not endorse JB. If the plan was just to draft a developmental guy I’d think they’d be expressing more confidence in him - at least for season ticket holders sake. I think they’d have been talking more about the first half of the year and giving him more of a pass due to injury on the second half.

If Carr becomes available then I definitely agree he should be a target for them. I’d give up one of the two 2nd rounders for him. Don’t think I’d give up 13 though.

[Chromeburn]

I don't think we are going after Rivers....I think JMV's "colts insider" source is solid. I think it's more likely we use one of our 2nd Round picks and draft a "developmental" QB and start the season with JB. Whether we finish the season with JB is a function of Frank's QB whisperer prowess and Ballard's ability to find a diamond that others miss (a la the maniac). The thing that changes this scenario is if Tommy Terrific goes to Las Vegas (unlikely IMHO), then I think we get in on the Carr sweepstakes, but probably loose out to someone who doesn't care about getting value in contracts.

The rest of the draft is BPA with a focus on both lines....necessary depth....and a WR with a later pick.

I heard a national guy (forget who) say that Colts and Giants are the top suitors for Clowney.....I think the Giants will write a bigger check and get him if he hits the market.

Higher taxes in NY. But of course more endorsement opportunities probably offset those taxes.

JMV is usually pretty reliable. Kinda bummed they want to try Jacoby 2.0, I just don’t see the upside.

[Chromeburn]

The primary reason I think the smoke around Rivers is true is because of how much everyone associated with the team has went out of their way to not endorse JB. If the plan was just to draft a developmental guy I’d think they’d be expressing more confidence in him - at least for season ticket holders sake. I think they’d have been talking more about the first half of the year and giving him more of a pass due to injury on the second half.

If Carr becomes available then I definitely agree he should be a target for them. I’d give up one of the two 2nd rounders for him. Don’t think I’d give up 13 though.

Leonard endorsed JB the other day when asked about the rumors. But the staff is kinda non commital.

I think JB will be a hard sell for fans. They need to show either a commitment to the present or a young gun in the wings. Considering how much cap they have too, I think they need to show fans they are committed to improving and not in the perpetual rebuilding mode.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Chargers are tagging TE Hunter Henry per Rapoport:

https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1238516268497604615


Sources: The #Chargers have franchise tagged TE Hunter Henry, keeping a key playmaker in the fold for another year.

[smitty46953]

Mike Garafolo‏Verified account @MikeGarafolo

The #Ravens are placing the franchise tag on Matt Judon, sources say. Expected. Soon will be official.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet · 55m55 minutes ago

The #Broncos have also administered the franchise tag to S Justin Simmons, source said, an expected move for a big part of their defense.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet

The #Jaguars have officially franchise tagged pass-rusher Yannick Ngakoue, source said. Expected, but now official.

:cool:

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Mike Garafolo‏Verified account @MikeGarafolo

The #Ravens are placing the franchise tag on Matt Judon, sources say. Expected. Soon will be official.

:cool:


Earlier this offseason, Schefter had reported that Judon may be a "tag and trade" candidate. I am sure Baltimore would like to have him back but they may have some difficult decisions to make - it will be hard to re-sign all of their own free agents. Judon has also indicated that he would prefer to have a multi year deal instead of a one year contract. Be interesting to see where the negotiations go or if he is traded and signed to a multi year deal with a new team like Dee Ford and Frank Clark last year.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/28514643/sources-ravens-matthew-judon-expected-draw-offseason-trade-interest

[Dewey 5]

Free agency is fun to talk about & speculate but I don't expect Ballard to do much. When it comes to spending $ in free agency is asshole is tighter than a snare drum.

[Indiana V2]

I predict I'll be disappointed with Ballard....again.

[IndyNorm]

I predict I'll be disappointed with Ballard....again.

Yeah, but you're forgetting about the extra wins you get at the end of the season for having the most cap space :rolleyes:

[Brylok]

I predict there won't be a season to worry about, let alone free agent signings. 100,000+ US deaths and rising will make the rest of the 45 million without health insurance in America constantly look over their collective shoulder. I hope I'm very, very wrong.

[JAFF]

I predict there won't be a season to worry about, let alone free agent signings. 100,000+ US deaths and rising will make the rest of the 45 million without health insurance in America constantly look over their collective shoulder. I hope I'm very, very wrong.

It's possible, but now that the US government has decided to get serious, I think the numbers will be much lower. World wide it's going to be pretty bad. Iran is a poster child for listening to science and not attempting to BS your way out of disease.

It will get worse. And it may not be the last one we will see in our lifetimes.

[apballin]

We land Clowney, I believe this is who they targeted all along the Texans knew it and tried to keep him away as hard as they could

[JAFF]

We land Clowney, I believe this is who they targeted all along the Texans knew it and tried to keep him away as hard as they could

I hope not

[Ironshaft]

I predict there won't be a season to worry about, let alone free agent signings. 100,000+ US deaths and rising will make the rest of the 45 million without health insurance in America constantly look over their collective shoulder. I hope I'm very, very wrong.

A. You know that 64,000 died last year from the flu in the U.S., right? While is will be more televised this year because of #OrangeManBad, 100,000 COVID-19 deaths is not that big of a leap.

B. Briefing I received on Friday from base medical indicated that:
85% that get it will have flu-like and recover with no problem (the same as normal flu)
15% will need medical care.
- Of those that receive it medical care, morality rate is 0.5% ( same as normal flu)
- Of those that do not receive medical care, morality rate is upwards of 4-5% greatly exceeding normal flu rates.

The kicker is that it is 6 to 8 times more contagious than normal flu so a whole lot of folks will end up getting it raising that 15% number to a LOT of folks.

The travel bans and cancelled meetings / social distancing is to slow down infection rates so less are sick at once and the medical community can keep up with the numbers. It will lengthen the overtime frames before it burns out but overall deaths will be much less.

What you are seeing in Italy and Iran are medical systems overwhelmed and then thousands dying because they cannot get a bed in a hospital.

Isolation and slowing infection rates is the key. Everyone sick will get seen in emergency rooms regardless of insurance status.

[rm1369]

A. You know that 64,000 died last year from the flu in the U.S., right? While is will be more televised this year because of #OrangeManBad, 100,000 COVID-19 deaths is not that big of a leap.

Yes I’m sure this is only being talked about because #OrangeManBad, otherwise no one would give a fuck about an unexpected 100K deaths in the US. I mean Italy is really doing their fucking part to make sure #OrangeManBad is paid attention to - shutting down the whole country.

I’m assuming you realize it is not a flu replacement right? It is on top of the normal flu deaths, which admittedly may go down BECAUSE of the steps taken to minimize COVID-19 deaths.

The rest of your post is accurate, but how the fuck you shut shit down to slow the spread to not overwhelm healthcare and then claim it’s only getting attention because of #OrangeManBad is beyond fucking stupid. I’m sorry to tell you, but when the NCAA cancels March madness, people are going to fucking notice - whoever the goddamn president is. Trump is getting the attention he deserves for down playing the beginning of this, cutting CDC funding, and getting rid of the pandemic response team. Not to mention - cases zero very soon, you can go to work, etc.... get the fuck out of here with your bullshit.

[JAFF]

A. You know that 64,000 died last year from the flu in the U.S., right? While is will be more televised this year because of #OrangeManBad, 100,000 COVID-19 deaths is not that big of a leap.

B. Briefing I received on Friday from base medical indicated that:
85% that get it will have flu-like and recover with no problem (the same as normal flu)
15% will need medical care.
- Of those that receive it medical care, morality rate is 0.5% ( same as normal flu)
- Of those that do not receive medical care, morality rate is upwards of 4-5% greatly exceeding normal flu rates.

The kicker is that it is 6 to 8 times more contagious than normal flu so a whole lot of folks will end up getting it raising that 15% number to a LOT of folks.

The travel bans and cancelled meetings / social distancing is to slow down infection rates so less are sick at once and the medical community can keep up with the numbers. It will lengthen the overtime frames before it burns out but overall deaths will be much less.

What you are seeing in Italy and Iran are medical systems overwhelmed and then thousands dying because they cannot get a bed in a hospital.

Isolation and slowing infection rates is the key. Everyone sick will get seen in emergency rooms regardless of insurance status.

https://www.livescience.com/new-coronavirus-compare-with-flu.html

A little off with your numbers.

Normal flu season is .1% Big difference if you are talking about the entire US population.

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(20)30195-X/fulltext

Also the fatality rate around 3-6%. So lets just say 4%. IF you find that there was twice the number of cases, that means 2 % fatalities, vs. 0.1% That's a lot when you look at a nation with 300 million. That would be 6 million dead if everyone caught the virus.

Granted that won't happen. IF there are a million casualties, that's only 20 000 dead. Still a lot.

This virus is a warning. This will happen again. And it would be insane to stand around and BS the citizens hoping the the best and not planning for the worst.

[apballin]

I hope not

That’s a splash signing and he’s a game wrecker which we desperately need on the D line and Ballard doesn’t lose any picks that he loves so much

[rm1369]

That’s a splash signing and he’s a game wrecker which we desperately need on the D line and Ballard doesn’t lose any picks that he loves so much

I think Clowney is definitely a little over hyped, but he’s also better than anyone currently on the Colts DL. A Clowney signing coupled with drafting an impact DT would improve the DL tremendously. And that would make every level of the D significantly better.

[Spike]

I think Clowney is definitely a little over hyped, but he’s also better than anyone currently on the Colts DL. A Clowney signing coupled with drafting an impact DT would improve the DL tremendously. And that would make every level of the D significantly better.

I would sign Clowney. I think he would wreck the Texans big time and like you said he is better than anyone currently on the Colts DL.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

More tags:


https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1239530220245352449

No surprise, but Chiefs are placing franchise tag on DT Chris Jones today, per source.


https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1239527351240863744

Bucs placed franchise tag on Shaq Barrett, per source.

[Chaka]

I think the Colts might surprise some of you this offseason and sign a big name free agent like Clowney. Ballard has suggested as much by saying team chemistry has progressed to the point where they could take on such a player, and I still think that their ability to talk Castanzo out of retirement is telling (though I was expecting a one-year deal, which would have been even more telling).

However, I don't really trust new reports saying who the Colts are purportedly interested in, since Ballard keeps such a tight lid on leaks. In past offseasons, the media hasn't been very effective at reporting accurate info in this regard. So, I'm not convinced the Rivers-to-the-Colts reports are very reliable.

Anyway, I'm excited for the beginning of free agency - anything's better than the never-ending Coronavirus news coverage

[smitty46953]

Joel A. Erickson‏Verified account @JoelAErickson

The Colts have placed the ERFA tender on wide receiver Daurice Fountain, per source. If a team extends a tender to an exclusive rights free agent, the player cannot sign with another team. If they had decided not to extend the ERFA tender, Fountain would have become a FA

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Adam Schefter‏Verified account @AdamSchefter

Titans placed franchise tag on RB Derrick Henry, per source.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Adam Schefter‏Verified account @AdamSchefter

Bengals placed franchise tag on WR AJ Green, per source.

:cool:

[Chromeburn]

Adam Schefter‏Verified account @AdamSchefter

Titans placed franchise tag on RB Derrick Henry, per source.

:cool:

Bet they do that till he starts to show some decline then they move on. 1-2 years.

[smitty46953]

Adam Schefter‏Verified account @AdamSchefter · 4m4 minutes ago

Cowboys placed exclusive franchise tag on QB Dak Prescott, per source. No other team allowed to sign him.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

2020 TAGS SO FAR :cool:


Anthony Harris
Leonard Williams
Joe Thuney
Kenyan Drake
Dak Prescott
Chris Jones
Yannick Ngakoue
Shaq Barrett
Derrick Henry
A.J. Green
Brandon Scherff
Leonard Williams
Matt Judon
Hunter Henry
Bud Dupree
Justin Simmons

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet · 33s33 seconds ago

Source: The #Colts are releasing veteran DT Margus Hunt, a starter over the last three seasons.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Kyle Rapoza‏ @ColtscapKyle ·

Colts updated cap space- $69,222,213.

Includes Castonzo, Fountain, Milligan signings and Hunts release.

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet

Wow. The #AZCardinals have given RB Kenyan Drake the transition tag, source said.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet

The #Patriots with an interesting move: They are franchise tagging standout OG Joe Thuney. This allows them to keep him… or trade him.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet

A surprise: the #Vikings have franchise tagged S Anthony Harris, either keeping him in Minnesota or allowing them to trade him. Maybe the top FA safety won’t be free.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

What ever happened to the do something Grigs posts? :cool:

[HoosierinFL]

What ever happened to the do something Grigs posts? :cool:

Some are starting to report that we are definitely signing Philip Rivers, announcement maybe later today (more likely Wednesday)

[smitty46953]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet

#Falcons free agent TE Austin Hooper, the top player at his position, is headed to the #Browns, per @TomPelissero, @MikeSilver and me. They’ve agreed to terms, he’s the new highest-paid TE.

:cool:



I think the Browns are looking to go back-to-back as NFL offseason champs?

[HoosierinFL]

Not that barstool would have inside info, but:

https://twitter.com/JackMacCFB/status/1239552560350072832

[Chaka]

Per Holder: "I have played things very close to the vest when projecting the Colts' QB moves. Most others have as well. There's a reason for that: It is and has been very fluid, and the Colts aren't talking. ":

https://twitter.com/HolderStephen/status/1239592524672577537

This is the Colts' standard operating procedure. So I'd take any news reports regarding the Colts' claimed interest in a free agent with a healthy grain of salt. I think most of these guys are just guessing like the rest of us.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

At what point does Texans head coach BO'B throw Texans GM BO'B under the bus? Or vice versa?


https://twitter.com/McClain_on_NFL/status/1239602910356475905

DeAndre Hopkins and a fourth round pick go to Cards for David Johnson and a second round pick this year and a fourth round pick next year.

[rm1369]

Houston trading Hopkins + a 4th to AZ for David Johnson, a 2nd, and a ‘21 4th. WTF?

[Dam8610]

Houston trading Hopkins + a 4th to AZ for David Johnson, a 2nd, and a ‘21 4th. WTF?

That was stupid, but I'm glad because it benefits the Colts.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Wonder if Rapoport's source is Barstool Sports?


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1239613747594964996

The #Colts have had discussions with free agent QB Philip Rivers, source said. And while nothing is done, he’s a clear target for Indy. We shall see if they can agree on the money.

[Brylok]

That was stupid, but I'm glad because it benefits the Colts.

I'll miss seeing him play because he's great and it's fun to watch great players. But I sure won't miss him in our division and doing great things against us!

[Chromeburn]

At what point does Texans head coach BO'B throw Texans GM BO'B under the bus? Or vice versa?


https://twitter.com/McClain_on_NFL/status/1239602910356475905

Hahaha

Wow, Hopkins and Campbell both leaving the division. Love it.

Should have waited, I bet Arizona would have released him.

[Big Smooth]

They traded arguably the best weapon they have. Arguably the best weapon in the league.

Love it.

[Dam8610]

Hahaha

Wow, Hopkins and Campbell both leaving the division. Love it.

Should have waited, I bet Arizona would have released him.

Yeah, just when you thought AFC South GMs couldn't be dumber than O'Brien, David Caldwell says "hold my beer".

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/jaguars-to-trade-calais-campbell-to-ravens-for-2020-draft-pick-per-reports/amp/&ved=2ahUKEwjT-63tz5_oAhXQGs0KHcRhAc0QFjAcegQIBBAB&usg=AOvVaw0WTUXf8ZruAvlaL9Hpf_Wl&ampcf=1

I don't see why Ballard didn't offer a 4.

[rcubed]

Indy SportsOne
@IndySportsOne
Rapoport just reported on NFL Network that Rivers is asking for alot of money. Colts aren't willing to go there yet.

[Dam8610]

Indy SportsOne
@IndySportsOne
Rapoport just reported on NFL Network that Rivers is asking for alot of money. Colts aren't willing to go there yet.

Good. Hell no to Rivers. Bridgewater, Brissett, or rookie who wins the job.

[njcoltfan]

Indy SportsOne
@IndySportsOne
Rapoport just reported on NFL Network that Rivers is asking for alot of money. Colts aren't willing to go there yet.

Hope they are never willing to go there!!

[Racehorse]

Not that barstool would have inside info, but:

https://twitter.com/JackMacCFB/status/1239552560350072832
This is the best part from the comments on that tweet:
https://twitter.com/davdchristmas/status/1239196410857340933

[nate505]

Indy SportsOne
@IndySportsOne
Rapoport just reported on NFL Network that Rivers is asking for alot of money. Colts aren't willing to go there yet.

I'm not against Rivers, but if he wants huge money he's delusional. Out maybe another team can satisfy his delusion.

[1965southpaw]

is anyone else listening to JMV today? He's saying that San Diego talk show host (Dan Zillio ????) is reporting on Twitter that colts have come to terms on a 2 year deal with Rivers. I can't find any confirmation doing a quick google search....God I hope this is bad info. I'm not on Twitter so can't look this guy up but JMV says he included specific numbers.

Update....JMV repeated this with the numbers that this guy (Dan Sileo) is reporting.............2 years 28million. Again, I can't find any other confirmation of this information so at this point I consider it a rumor and not news.

[1965southpaw]

Buckner to Colts in exchange for first round pick!


https://nfltraderumors.co/breaking-49ers-trading-dt-deforest-buckner-to-colts-for-first-round-pick/

[Luck4Reich]

Buckner to Colts in exchange for first round pick!


https://nfltraderumors.co/breaking-49ers-trading-dt-deforest-buckner-to-colts-for-first-round-pick/

Well..... certainly didnt see this shit coming.

[Ironshaft]

Buckner to Colts in exchange for first round pick!


https://nfltraderumors.co/breaking-49ers-trading-dt-deforest-buckner-to-colts-for-first-round-pick/
I am.....I don't know how to feel about this.

Lose our 1st round pick to get a proven talent that we turn around and sign to a $21m a year contract. He is a talent, no doubt, but an expensive talent.

In Ballard we trust.

[JAFF]

New CBA, money, money, MMOONNNEEEYYYYYY, Moonneeyy.

It not you bankaccount. It's Irsays

[Colt Classic]

is anyone else listening to JMV today? He's saying that San Diego talk show host (Dan Zillio ????) is reporting on Twitter that colts have come to terms on a 2 year deal with Rivers. I can't find any confirmation doing a quick google search....God I hope this is bad info. I'm not on Twitter so can't look this guy up but JMV says he included specific numbers.

Update....JMV repeated this with the numbers that this guy (Dan Sileo) is reporting.............2 years 28million. Again, I can't find any other confirmation of this information so at this point I consider it a rumor and not news.

https://twitter.com/DanSileoShow/status/1239611814503010304

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

WR Stefon Diggs to Buffalo.

The Bills should have called BO'B - they wouldn't have had to give up as much in the trade. :D


https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1239742121885798403

Compensation update: Bills are trading a 1st-round pick, a 5th-round pick, a 6th-round pick and a 2021 4th-round pick for Vikings WR Stefon Diggs and a 2020 7th-round pick, source tells ESPN.

[smitty46953]

@RapSheet

The #Saints agree to terms with QB Drew Brees, source said. He gets a 2-year deal worth roughly $50M. Never in doubt, but now done. And Brees took less to help the team continue to build.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

With Bill O'Brien continuing to be Bill O'Brien, we should offer the Texans a 2nd and Jacoby Brissett for Deshaun Watson. :cool:

[Spike]

With Bill O'Brien continuing to be Bill O'Brien, we should offer the Texans a 2nd and Jacoby Brissett for Deshaun Watson. :cool:

Bill O'Brien is a fucking idiot and so is their owner. Texan fans are fit to be tied, but that's a good thing. Maybe Watson will tell the Texans to release him, he would look great in a Colt's uniform. O'Brien might make that trade.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Bridgewater to Carolina per Rapoport. Earlier Mort indicated the contract would be about $20MM per year.

https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1239954397821579273

The #Panthers have their new QB: Teddy Bridgewater lands in Carolina.

https://twitter.com/mortreport/status/1239952029973348352

The Panthers and Teddy Bridgewater are negotiating a 3-year contract in the $60 million range, per source. The deal is not done as they work out details but it is expected to be complete when new league year opens Wednesday.

[smitty46953]

Adam Schefter‏Verified account @AdamSchefter

Dolphins and former Eagles' RB Jordan Howard reached agreement on a two-year deal worth north of $10 million, per source.

:cool:

[smitty46953]

With the Jags in serious tank mode Yannick Ngakoue departure likely coming as well. We need make an offer !!! :cool:

Jaguars offseason trades so far:
* Calais Campbell ➡️ Ravens for a 2020 fifth-round pick
* Nick Foles ➡️ Bears for a 2020 fourth-round pick
* A.J. Buoye ➡️ Broncos for a 2020 fourth-round pick

[Luck4Reich]

With the Jags in serious tank mode Yannick Ngakoue departure likely coming as well. We need make an offer !!! :cool:

Jaguars offseason trades so far:
* Calais Campbell ➡️ Ravens for a 2020 fifth-round pick
* Nick Foles ➡️ Bears for a 2020 fourth-round pick
* A.J. Buoye ➡️ Broncos for a 2020 fourth-round pick


Do it Ballard!

[Racehorse]

With the Jags in serious tank mode Yannick Ngakoue departure likely coming as well. We need make an offer !!! :cool:

Jaguars offseason trades so far:
* Calais Campbell ➡️ Ravens for a 2020 fifth-round pick
* Nick Foles ➡️ Bears for a 2020 fourth-round pick
* A.J. Buoye ➡️ Broncos for a 2020 fourth-round pick

Titans are trading Casey to Denver for a seventh round pick. The division is getting weaker just as we are getting stronger.

[Luck4Reich]

Titans are trading Casey to Denver for a seventh round pick. The division is getting weaker just as we are getting stronger.

Ain't it wonderful. Lol

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Colts (and others) showing some interest in TE Delanie Walker


https://twitter.com/john_keim/status/1240328158131486721

The Redskins have expressed interest in TE Delanie Walker. So, too, have the Colts and the Packers, per source. Not sure anything happens fast, but those are the teams who have expressed some level of interest.

[Luck4Reich]

Colts (and others) showing some interest in TE Delanie Walker


https://twitter.com/john_keim/status/1240328158131486721

Eh...... 35 year old TE...idk.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

With the Jags in serious tank mode Yannick Ngakoue departure likely coming as well. We need make an offer !!! :cool:

Jaguars offseason trades so far:
* Calais Campbell ➡️ Ravens for a 2020 fifth-round pick
* Nick Foles ➡️ Bears for a 2020 fourth-round pick
* A.J. Buoye ➡️ Broncos for a 2020 fourth-round pick


It looks like Jacksonville wants to acquire all the fourth and fifth round picks this year. Ballard should blow them away and offer the Colts 4th AND 5th round pick for Ngakoue

[Johanvil]

Is there a WR in the FA right now you would want the Colts to sign and how many would you want them to sign either via the FA or the draft?

[YDFL Commish]

The FA WR's don't excite me. Maybe Robbie Anderson. In the draft I would be looking at Aiyuk , Shenault or Denzel Mims.

[rm1369]

If they are in win now mode, and by all indications they are, then the have to add a veteran FA at WR along with someone in the draft. That may be resigning Funchess, but they can’t go into a “win now” season with TY, Campbell, Pascal and a rookie as top 4. TY and Campbell are both injury concerns, Pascal is a JAG, and rookie WRs typically take time to develop. Right now I think the most logical move is to keep Funchess on another prove it deal. He knows the system, likely won’t require a big commitment, and they saw something in him before.

[Johanvil]

Yep. I was thinking we need like at least 2 more additions in that position.

[Luck4Reich]

Robbie Anderson
Breshad Perriman

[rcubed]

Robbie Anderson
Breshad Perriman
My guess is they wait and then resign funchess to something team friendly. They will also draft someone, probably in 2nd, maybe 3rd round.

[Chromeburn]

Eh...... 35 year old TE...idk.

We could always trade for one of the Bears TE's. I believe they currently have 11 TE's on the roster now. Nagy may not be willing to part with one though.

[rm1369]

We could always trade for one of the Bears TE's. I believe they currently have 11 TE's on the roster now. Nagy may not be willing to part with one though.

I’d said no to Jordan Reed initially, but if they are truly trying to win now I don’t think he’d be a bad addition. Should be able to be had short term and cheap. I think I’d take him over Walker at this point.

[Colt Classic]

We could always trade for one of the Bears TE's. I believe they currently have 11 TE's on the roster now. Nagy may not be willing to part with one though.

Trey Burton.

[rm1369]

Trey Burton.

After trading the #1 I’d be a little surprised to see Ballard trade away another pick.

[Chromeburn]

Trey Burton.

I kinda liked Dax Raymond in the draft last year.

[smitty46953]

I kinda liked Dax Raymond in the draft last year.

Me too :cool:

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

The Rams release two notable players:


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1240725842000515073

The #Rams are releasing face of the franchise RB Todd Gurley, source says, before $10.5M becomes fully guaranteed on his contract.


https://twitter.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1240726607163252736

#Rams are also releasing LB Clay Matthews, source says

[JAFF]

No and fuck no

[Maniac]

I’d said no to Jordan Reed initially, but if they are truly trying to win now I don’t think he’d be a bad addition. Should be able to be had short term and cheap. I think I’d take him over Walker at this point.

That dude has had so many concussions that he probably doesn't know his own name at this point. For his own health, he needs to retire. I don't want to see another Austin Collie situation.

[rm1369]

That dude has had so many concussions that he probably doesn't know his own name at this point. For his own health, he needs to retire. I don't want to see another Austin Collie situation.

Yeah I remember seeing the concussion issue when he was first released. Forgot it was that and not “normal” injuries. Good point.

[Colt Classic]

After trading the #1 I’d be a little surprised to see Ballard trade away another pick.

Burton and Mitch for Jacoby :D

[Chromeburn]

Burton and Mitch for Jacoby :D

What is the going rate for the 29th rated QB?

[JAFF]

Combo meal at the A & W rootbeer stand

[JAFF]

From NFL web site

Tackles
Demar Dotson
Cordy Glenn
Jason Peters
Ty Sambrailo

Guards/Centers
James Hurst
Josh Kline
Ronald Leary
Daryl Williams

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001102516/article/2020-nfl-free-agency-free-agents-by-position

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

No surprise here - Ebron signing elsewhere. Writing was on the wall with how last season ended.

Pittburgh fans will be equally amazed and overjoyed at his brilliant (mostly TD) catches and disgusted by the drops all over the rest of the field.


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1241049836838965248

Source: The #Steelers are signing TE Eric Ebron to a 2-year deal worth $12M. Another target for Big Ben.

[Luck4Reich]

ESPN analyst predicting the Colts will sign Clowney.
I dont see it happening now... wouldnt he eat up most of our cap that's left?

http://www.indianasportscoverage.com/espn-analyst-predicts-colts-will-sign-jadeveon-clowney/

[JAFF]

ESPN analyst predicting the Colts will sign Clowney.
I dont see it happening now... wouldnt he eat up most of our cap that's left?

http://www.indianasportscoverage.com/espn-analyst-predicts-colts-will-sign-jadeveon-clowney/

Overhyped rather they go somewhere else

[Luck4Reich]

Overhyped rather they go somewhere else

From what I've read hes most likely to stay in Seattle.

[rm1369]

Overhyped rather they go somewhere else

The theory is a one year prove it deal to hit free agency again next year. In that scenario I’d absolutely take him. I’d mainly worry about a long term deal with him.

[Puck]

ESPN analyst predicting the Colts will sign Clowney.
I dont see it happening now... wouldnt he eat up most of our cap that's left?

http://www.indianasportscoverage.com/espn-analyst-predicts-colts-will-sign-jadeveon-clowney/


I actually think it will. Ive not been a Clowney guy but it fits with what Ballard said . Buid the trenches . and its a one yr thing so that is aligning to te win RIGHT now mentality that Irsay has instilled in the FO

Hes tired of losing

[YDFL Commish]

No surprise here - Ebron signing elsewhere. Writing was on the wall with how last season ended.

Pittburgh fans will be equally amazed and overjoyed at his brilliant (mostly TD) catches and disgusted by the drops all over the rest of the field.


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1241049836838965248

Actually he became prolific at dropping TD passes last year as well.

[Ironshaft]

Some of the free agents still on the market that I would like to see the Colts go after. Almost all of them would be 1 or 2 year “show me” type contracts since none of these guys are in their prime anymore (or never had a prime) but all of them could help.

As you can see, I really want a veteran NT next to DeForest Buckner with pushing Stewart back to quality depth behind the acquisition. A DT rotation of Buckner, Vet, Autry and Stewart would be pretty huge.

Clowney is a wish since I don’t think there is much of a chance we sign him and I still think a veteran WR would be a good thing even if we double dip on WR in the draft.
- DE Jadeveon Clowney, SEA, 27 years old
- WR Robby Anderson, NYJ, 27 years old
- DT Shelby Harris, DEN, 29 years old
- DT Maliek Collins, DAL, 25 years old
- WR Devin Funchess, IND, 26 years old
- NT Damon Harrison, DET, 31 years old

Who do you still wish the Colts would sign?

[Racehorse]

Some of the free agents still on the market that I would like to see the Colts go after. Almost all of them would be 1 or 2 year “show me” type contracts since none of these guys are in their prime anymore (or never had a prime) but all of them could help.

As you can see, I really want a veteran NT next to DeForest Buckner with pushing Stewart back to quality depth behind the acquisition. A DT rotation of Buckner, Vet, Autry and Stewart would be pretty huge.

Clowney is a wish since I don’t think there is much of a chance we sign him and I still think a veteran WR would be a good thing even if we double dip on WR in the draft.
- DE Jadeveon Clowney, SEA, 27 years old
- WR Robby Anderson, NYJ, 27 years old
- DT Shelby Harris, DEN, 29 years old
- DT Maliek Collins, DAL, 25 years old
- WR Devin Funchess, IND, 26 years old
- NT Damon Harrison, DET, 31 years old

Who do you still wish the Colts would sign?
Funchess, even though most fans do not agree with me.

[Luck4Reich]

Funchess, even though most fans do not agree with me.

I'd be ok with another 1 year prove it deal.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Colts lose another back-up OL. Signs with NY Jets.

https://twitter.com/TesslerSports/status/1241414592212893696

Happy to announce that G/C Josh Andrews is signing with the New York Jets... 6-year vet spent his first four years with the Philadelphia Eagles and the last two with the Colts. He's excited about the opportunity to reunite with GM Joe Douglas in NY.

https://twitter.com/JoelAErickson/status/1241415014461911041

So of the top 3 Colts' backup OL last season, Clark is back, Haeg and Andrews are gone.

[Luck4Reich]

I actually think it will. Ive not been a Clowney guy but it fits with what Ballard said . Buid the trenches . and its a one yr thing so that is aligning to te win RIGHT now mentality that Irsay has instilled in the FO

Hes tired of losing

Well cutting Desir sure freed up the extra money.

[Colt Classic]

Some of the free agents still on the market that I would like to see the Colts go after. Almost all of them would be 1 or 2 year “show me” type contracts since none of these guys are in their prime anymore (or never had a prime) but all of them could help.

As you can see, I really want a veteran NT next to DeForest Buckner with pushing Stewart back to quality depth behind the acquisition. A DT rotation of Buckner, Vet, Autry and Stewart would be pretty huge.

Clowney is a wish since I don’t think there is much of a chance we sign him and I still think a veteran WR would be a good thing even if we double dip on WR in the draft.
- DE Jadeveon Clowney, SEA, 27 years old
- WR Robby Anderson, NYJ, 27 years old
- DT Shelby Harris, DEN, 29 years old
- DT Maliek Collins, DAL, 25 years old
- WR Devin Funchess, IND, 26 years old
- NT Damon Harrison, DET, 31 years old

Who do you still wish the Colts would sign?

Someone to catch passes, maybe two or three someones.

[Dam8610]

Some of the free agents still on the market that I would like to see the Colts go after. Almost all of them would be 1 or 2 year “show me” type contracts since none of these guys are in their prime anymore (or never had a prime) but all of them could help.

As you can see, I really want a veteran NT next to DeForest Buckner with pushing Stewart back to quality depth behind the acquisition. A DT rotation of Buckner, Vet, Autry and Stewart would be pretty huge.

Clowney is a wish since I don’t think there is much of a chance we sign him and I still think a veteran WR would be a good thing even if we double dip on WR in the draft.
- DE Jadeveon Clowney, SEA, 27 years old
- WR Robby Anderson, NYJ, 27 years old
- DT Shelby Harris, DEN, 29 years old
- DT Maliek Collins, DAL, 25 years old
- WR Devin Funchess, IND, 26 years old
- NT Damon Harrison, DET, 31 years old

Who do you still wish the Colts would sign?

I'd be fine with any of the bolded. Another name I like that would be a buy low candidate is Tim Jernigan. When he's been healthy, he's been incredibly productive.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Some of the free agents still on the market that I would like to see the Colts go after. Almost all of them would be 1 or 2 year “show me” type contracts since none of these guys are in their prime anymore (or never had a prime) but all of them could help.

As you can see, I really want a veteran NT next to DeForest Buckner with pushing Stewart back to quality depth behind the acquisition. A DT rotation of Buckner, Vet, Autry and Stewart would be pretty huge.

Clowney is a wish since I don’t think there is much of a chance we sign him and I still think a veteran WR would be a good thing even if we double dip on WR in the draft.
- DE Jadeveon Clowney, SEA, 27 years old
- WR Robby Anderson, NYJ, 27 years old
- DT Shelby Harris, DEN, 29 years old
- DT Maliek Collins, DAL, 25 years old
- WR Devin Funchess, IND, 26 years old
- NT Damon Harrison, DET, 31 years old

Who do you still wish the Colts would sign?


Collins reportedly agreed to terms with the Raiders a few days ago:

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/28917990/source-ex-cowboys-dt-maliek-collins-join-raiders

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Former member of the Colts taxi squad and XFL star QB Phillip "PJ" Walker agrees to terms with Carolina.


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1242103886137171969

XFL news: Former Houston Roughnecks QB PJ Walker is expected to sign with the #Panthers, source said. One of the stars of the XFL lands an NFL job.

[Maniac]

Former member of the Colts taxi squad and XFL star QB Phillip "PJ" Walker agrees to terms with Carolina.


https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1242103886137171969

Good for him. Hope he does well there.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Good for him. Hope he does well there.


Like many of this year's free agent signings, he migrated to a former coach.

New Carolina HC Matt Rhule was Walker's college coach at Temple.

[Ironshaft]

List of remaining free agents that I would like to see the Colts take a stab at:

DE Jadeveon Clowney

DT Mike Daniels
DT Shelby Harris
DT Damon Harrison
DT Timmy Jernigan
DT Derek Wolfe

WR Robby Anderson
WR Breshad Perriman
WR Devin Funchess
WR Rashard Higgins

TE Tyler Eifert

CB Ronald Darby

As you can see, I really want another NT/DT in the fold to go with Buckner, Autry and Stewart and a veteran WR to work in the mix with T.Y., Campbell, Pascal, Fountain and 1 or 2 rookie draft picks.

Clowney, Eifert and Darby are positions that I think we need more quality bodies at but I am not sure any of them are our thing.

Clowney will probably be too expensive (he is a talent) and I am not sure Eifert or Darby would be better than a 2nd/3rd/4th round rookie at the position.

Not much else out there, IMO.

[JAFF]

Clowney will probably be too expensive (he is a talent) and I am not sure Eifert or Darby would be better than a 2nd/3rd/4th round rookie at the position.

Not much else out there, IMO.

Hes not worth what hes asking. Way over hyped

[YDFL Commish]

List of remaining free agents that I would like to see the Colts take a stab at:

DE Jadeveon Clowney

DT Mike Daniels
DT Shelby Harris
DT Damon Harrison
DT Timmy Jernigan
DT Derek Wolfe

WR Robby Anderson
WR Breshad Perriman
WR Devin Funchess
WR Rashard Higgins

TE Tyler Eifert

CB Ronald Darby

As you can see, I really want another NT/DT in the fold to go with Buckner, Autry and Stewart and a veteran WR to work in the mix with T.Y., Campbell, Pascal, Fountain and 1 or 2 rookie draft picks.

Clowney, Eifert and Darby are positions that I think we need more quality bodies at but I am not sure any of them are our thing.

Clowney will probably be too expensive (he is a talent) and I am not sure Eifert or Darby would be better than a 2nd/3rd/4th round rookie at the position.

Not much else out there, IMO.

I would like to have Robby Anderson, but the rumor is that he wants TY Hilton money or more. I'm not sure that would sit well with Hilton or the locker room, based on Anderson's production.

Ballard probably wouldn't go there.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

List of remaining free agents that I would like to see the Colts take a stab at:

DE Jadeveon Clowney

Clowney will probably be too expensive (he is a talent) and I am not sure Eifert or Darby would be better than a 2nd/3rd/4th round rookie at the position.



FWIW - Seattle reportedly has offered Clowney a multi-year deal at $18.5MM per year.

https://twitter.com/gbellseattle/status/1241514475875794944

From my story https://thenewstribune.com/sports/nfl/seattle-seahawks/article241375251.html last night.

Nothing’s changed for #Seahawks and Jadeveon Clowney. Apparently $18.5M/yr in a multiyear from SEA. $3-5M less per year in a 1-year deal.

[Chaka]

FWIW - Seattle reportedly has offered Clowney a multi-year deal at $18.5MM per year.

https://twitter.com/gbellseattle/status/1241514475875794944

But they also just traded for Quenton Dunbar, who purportedly wants $10M+ a year, and according to Overthecap.com SEA only had $18.3 in cap space BEFORE the trade.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

But they also just traded for Quenton Dunbar, who purportedly wants $10M+ a year, and according to Overthecap.com SEA only had $18.3 in cap space BEFORE the trade.

Dunbar is still under contract for this year. Seattle can ink an extension with him with the bigger money starting next year. Or they could tell him to wait. The local beat writers had also mentioned the possibility of cutting a few players, too, to create additional cap space.

[Chaka]

Dunbar is still under contract for this year. Seattle can ink an extension with him with the bigger money starting next year. Or they could tell him to wait. The local beat writers had also mentioned the possibility of cutting a few players, too, to create additional cap space.

Yeah, I suppose there could be ways around it with creative cap management, restructuring,etc. I just figured that Washington wouldn’t have traded him so cheaply if they thought he was willing to play for his scheduled $3.25M salary. Or perhaps Rivera is trying to create a new culture and wants to clear the locker room of malcontents.

[Pez]

List of remaining free agents that I would like to see the Colts take a stab at:



DE Jadeveon Clowney



DT Mike Daniels

DT Shelby Harris

DT Damon Harrison

DT Timmy Jernigan

DT Derek Wolfe



WR Robby Anderson

WR Breshad Perriman

WR Devin Funchess

WR Rashard Higgins



TE Tyler Eifert



CB Ronald Darby



As you can see, I really want another NT/DT in the fold to go with Buckner, Autry and Stewart and a veteran WR to work in the mix with T.Y., Campbell, Pascal, Fountain and 1 or 2 rookie draft picks.



Clowney, Eifert and Darby are positions that I think we need more quality bodies at but I am not sure any of them are our thing.



Clowney will probably be too expensive (he is a talent) and I am not sure Eifert or Darby would be better than a 2nd/3rd/4th round rookie at the position.



Not much else out there, IMO.I like shelby harris... he and Buckner would would make for a monster DL.

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[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

I would like to have Robby Anderson, but the rumor is that he wants TY Hilton money or more. I'm not sure that would sit well with Hilton or the locker room, based on Anderson's production.

Ballard probably wouldn't go there.


Robby Anderson to the Panthers per Rapoport and Mehta. I think several more WR's will be signing in the next few days.


Former #Jets WR Robby Anderson has a deal with the #Panthers, as MMehtaNYDN said. He get a 2-year deal worth $20M with $12M in year 1. A nice landing spot.

[Puck]

I like shelby harris... he and Buckner would would make for a monster DL.

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Yep. Ballard has talked about needing help at NT. Not as much as he discussed 3tech but its important. I still think they are working on Clowney.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Funchess won't be back - he agrees to terms with the Packers.


https://twitter.com/TomPelissero/status/1242585399618342917

The #Packers are expected to sign WR Devin Funchess, per sources. A big body on the perimeter for Aaron Rodgers.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Perriman to Jets to replace Robby Anderson.


https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1242589943018467329

Former Bucs’ WR Breshad Perriman is signing with the Jets on a one-year deal for worth up to $8 million, including $6 million guaranteed, per
RosenhausSports

[apballin]

Running out of options

[Racehorse]

Running out of options

The draft is a month away

[apballin]

The draft is a month away

Still got Inman as an option I guess

[rm1369]

The draft is a month away

IMO they needed a FA and someone from the draft - especially if this is a supposed win now season. I don’t trust TY or Campbell to stay healthy. And I don’t trust rookie WRs to be major contributors.

[Luck4Reich]

Colts have a little over 28 million left. They must be targeting 1 or 2 more? But who?

[Chromeburn]

Going back to the Bears and their army of TEs. Rumor going around that we are interested in Trey Burton. He was good with the Eagles. So it makes sense Reich might like him.

[Colt Classic]

yeah, do that

[smitty46953]

Tom Pelissero‏Verified account @TomPelissero

My understanding it’s a one-year, $2.5 million deal for Devin Funchess with the #Packers — $1M signing bonus, $1.2M base salary, $50K workout bonus and $15,625 for each game active. Another $3.75M available in incentives, so max is $6.25M.

:cool:

Low risk high reward signing, think we should have done this :cool:

[Ironshaft]

Tom Pelissero‏Verified account @TomPelissero



My understanding it’s a one-year, $2.5 million deal for Devin Funchess with the #Packers — $1M signing bonus, $1.2M base salary, $50K workout bonus and $15,625 for each game active. Another $3.75M available in incentives, so max is $6.25M.



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Low risk high reward signing, think we should have done this :cool:While I agree that I would feel better about a vet to start opposite T.Y.:

Pascal
Campbell
Fountain
2020 Rookie

That is 5 WR there that Ballard either drafted (Campbell, Fountain, 2020 Rookie) or proved last season they belong (T.Y., Pascal).

Except for Amari Cooper, who in this free agent class was a sure-fire starter opposite T.Y.? Anyone else is taking developmental time away from the young WRs.

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[Chromeburn]

Tom Pelissero‏Verified account @TomPelissero

My understanding it’s a one-year, $2.5 million deal for Devin Funchess with the #Packers — $1M signing bonus, $1.2M base salary, $50K workout bonus and $15,625 for each game active. Another $3.75M available in incentives, so max is $6.25M.

:cool:

Low risk high reward signing, think we should have done this :cool:

Wonder what we offered him. Remember though, he was coming here for Andrew Luck, not Rivers and Brisket. I would probably go to GB too. Better chance of good numbers. He just has to beat Valdes Scantling to be the big guy.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Going back to the Bears and their army of TEs. Rumor going around that we are interested in Trey Burton. He was good with the Eagles. So it makes sense Reich might like him.


The Bears are releasing Trey Burton so he can now be signed as a free agent.

https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1251258708258062343

Source: The #Bears are releasing TE Trey Burton. Another accomplished veteran on the market.

[Colt Classic]

Bears fans seem ok with this. The few games I saw of them it seemed like he was the only play-making receiver they had.:confused:

[Ironshaft]

Burton would be a good signing.

Good 2017 and 2018 before an injury ravaged 2019 season.

Type of vet signing along the lines of Carrier and Day. Solid guys who can contribute but will probably not be outstanding.

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[smitty46953]

Still kinda like see Sheard back :cool:

[Chromeburn]

OJ Howard of Tampa is on the trade block. Doesn’t seem to fit the scheme there.

[YDFL Commish]

Still kinda like see Sheard back :cool:

I think that ship has sailed.

[YDFL Commish]

Burton would be a good signing.

Good 2017 and 2018 before an injury ravaged 2019 season.

Type of vet signing along the lines of Carrier and Day. Solid guys who can contribute but will probably not be outstanding.

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Maybe $3 to $5 million 2 year contract. No more than that though.

[smitty46953]

Michael Lombardi‏Verified account @mlombardiNFL · 24h24 hours ago

From talking to teams around the league 49ers want to clean up some cap issues and have made Dee Ford and Kwon Alexander along with Goodwin and Tartt available for trade. Will they get takers? Not sure but all four names are on the available list for the right price.

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[smitty46953]

Michael Lombardi‏Verified account @mlombardiNFL

More players available...Malik Hooker, Indy, PJ Hall Oakland, Rasul Douglas Phila, Adam Sheehan, Chicago. It's going to be a fun week.

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I think it's to soon to give up on this kid

[Dam8610]

Michael Lombardi‏Verified account @mlombardiNFL

More players available...Malik Hooker, Indy, PJ Hall Oakland, Rasul Douglas Phila, Adam Sheehan, Chicago. It's going to be a fun week.

:cool:

I think it's to soon to give up on this kid

I doubt they're giving up on him. With the safeties in this draft, it might be worthwhile to get a 1 for him and draft a Grant Delpit, for example.

[smitty46953]

I doubt they're giving up on him. With the safeties in this draft, it might be worthwhile to get a 1 for him and draft a Grant Delpit, for example.

I doubt get a 1 for him with his injury history, think he missed 14 out of 44.
Think if I had a 1 to give for Hooker, I would just draft McKinney or Delpit ? :cool:

[JAFF]

I doubt they're giving up on him. With the safeties in this draft, it might be worthwhile to get a 1 for him and draft a Grant Delpit, for example.

Not getting a 1 for Hooker

[Dam8610]

I doubt get a 1 for him with his injury history, think he missed 14 out of 44.
Think if I had a 1 to give for Hooker, I would just draft McKinney or Delpit ? :cool:

Maybe some team really likes Hooker. Just because a guy is made available doesn't mean the asking price is reasonable.

[JAFF]

I doubt get a 1 for him with his injury history, think he missed 14 out of 44.
Think if I had a 1 to give for Hooker, I would just draft McKinney or Delpit ? :cool:


Which is why they’re not going to get a number one for hooker

[Dam8610]

Not getting a 1 for Hooker

Then don't trade him. Easy.

[smitty46953]

Then don't trade him. Easy.

Always liked the kid coming out of Ohio State, hope it's just a rumor. Personally don't want the Colts to move him. :cool:

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Always liked the kid coming out of Ohio State, hope it's just a rumor. Personally don't want the Colts to move him. :cool:


It could just be speculation / rumor from Ballard's earlier comment about Hooker's 5th year option.

Ballard stated that no decision had been made yet and it wouldn't happen until after the draft. The deadline to exercise the option is May 4.

[rcubed]

Probably just floated out he is available to see if there is interest. If something significant were offered then they consider.


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[Ironshaft]

Probably just floated out he is available to see if there is interest. If something significant were offered then they consider.


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If someone offered a top half of the round 2nd then it might make me think about it.

Otherwise? Nah, he is good and csn perhaps be great. He is not a weakness on the team.

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[Brylok]

Looks like the Ed Reed comparison has been firmly put to rest. :rolleyes:

[Dam8610]

Looks like the Ed Reed comparison has been firmly put to rest. :rolleyes:

Ed Reed or Earl Thomas would've been a ceiling. Obviously he hasn't reached that.

[JAFF]

Always liked the kid coming out of Ohio State, hope it's just a rumor. Personally don't want the Colts to move him. :cool:

How about for 2 picks in the middle of the draft?

[Pez]

Still kinda like see Sheard back :cool:Dee Ford would make this less painful. Sheard plays his ass off every snap.

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[JAFF]

Dee Ford would make this less painful. Sheard plays his ass off every snap.

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Dee ford is not a free agent.

[Pez]

Dee ford is not a free agent.Nines said he was available for trade

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[apballin]

Probably just floated out he is available to see if there is interest. If something significant were offered then they consider.


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Might as well get something if they’re not gonna pay him, but what’s “significant “

[Ironshaft]

We signed Marcus Johnson back on a 1-year contract.

As long as it is near vet minimum (which I am sure it is), then this is a fine move.

T.Y. Hilton is our WR1

A healthy Paris Campbell will hopefully be our WR3/slot receiver/move receiver/gadget receiver.

Daurice Fountain, Zach Pascal, Marcus Johnson and hopefully a lower round 2020 draft pick will make a great competition for WR4/5. Best guys wins.

That is assuming that we draft one of the studs in round #2 this Friday to be our new WR2 across from Hilton. I hope for Mims or Pittman.

[JAFF]

We signed Marcus Johnson back on a 1-year contract.

As long as it is near vet minimum (which I am sure it is), then this is a fine move.

T.Y. Hilton is our WR1

A healthy Paris Campbell will hopefully be our WR3/slot receiver/move receiver/gadget receiver.

Daurice Fountain, Zach Pascal, Marcus Johnson and hopefully a lower round 2020 draft pick will make a great competition for WR4/5. Best guys wins.

That is assuming that we draft one of the studs in round #2 this Friday to be our new WR2 across from Hilton. I hope for Mims or Pittman.

Super Bowl baby

[Colt Classic]

Even a high draft pick doesn’t make the WR depth chart very impressive.

[JAFF]

Even a high draft pick doesn’t make the WR depth chart very impressive.

It took Reggie Wayne a couple of seasons before he really started making an impact.

I think the world of Reggie Wayne, make no mistake. Its really hard for a rookie come on to a team and connect with a QB. People bitch a out his first couple of years, yet look what happened.

[Maniac]

It took Reggie Wayne a couple of seasons before he really started making an impact.

I think the world of Reggie Wayne, make no mistake. Its really hard for a rookie come on to a team and connect with a QB. People bitch a out his first couple of years, yet look what happened.

There are quite a few who come in as rookies and make a bit impact as well. It's not just one way or the other.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Ian Rapoport‏Verified account @RapSheet · 33s33 seconds ago

Source: The #Colts are releasing veteran DT Margus Hunt, a starter over the last three seasons.

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https://twitter.com/AaronWilson_NFL/status/1256031445119905797

Margus Hunt signed with New Orleans Saints, per a league source

https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/1256046042178555907

It's a one-year agreement between the Saints and veteran DL Margus Hunt, per source.