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JohnnyU

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I think they go with a pass catcher at 15 and either get a DB via free agency or in the 2nd round, or both. Crazy rumors are out there they trade up for Marvin Harrison Jr. I'm not drinking the kool-aid. Ballard hasn't traded up very far in the past. He did trade up a couple of spots for Taylor, but never a major trade up and it isn't going to happen here. This draft is deep at WR, so he can stand pat at 15 and either get Bowers, or trade down and still get one of Brian Thomas Jr. or Xavier Worthy, or another WR he likes. I'm more inclined to think he will trade down, as he loves to do. It makes sense to do that in a deep WR class. Another rumor is trading for Brandon Aiyuk. They will not just give the 15 for him, even if it were true. At best Ballard would entertain the idea of a 1st round swap from 15 to 31, get Aiyuk and draft a DB at 31. I personally feel they will use free agency to get a DB. Why else would they restructure Buckner's contract, only to rollover the extra cap space to 2025?
 
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SI's Albert Breer says the Colts are very close to signing former Broncos two-time All-Pro safety Justin Simmons. That should be enough to help the secondary.
 
If my calculations are correct the Colts will be picking 15th in 2025 NFL Draft.

I suppose we will find out more if Richardson takes a step forward or not.

This will be Steichen’s and Ballard’s last chance.
 
Per Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard will continue to operate in their roles next season. Irsay took to X (Twitter) on Sunday evening following Indianapolis' 26-23 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars to express his frustration over not making the playoffs. However, he gave his head coach and GM a vote of confidence heading into next season. "I've been evaluating our entire operation, and I believe in Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen and our collective ability to make the improvements needed to take us to the next level in 2025." Steichen has coached his way to a 17-17 record since taking over in 2023, while the Colts have seen just four winning seasons since Ballard got the GM job during the 2016 playoffs. There is plenty of talent on this squad -- particularly on the offensive side. Still, as of now, the team's success hinges on the development of quarterback Anthony Richardson. Fortunately for Ballard and Steichen, they'll get at least one more go.--Alex Ciulla
 
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•Daniel Jones is currently second in the NFL in passing yards (588)
•Jonathon Taylor leads the NFL in rushing yards (236)
•Tyler Warren leads the NFL in receiving yards for a tight end (155)
•The #Colts offensive line currently tied for 4th best in the NFL in sacks allowed (2)
•Camryn Bynum is tied for the most interceptions in the NFL (2)
•Spencer Shrader has the most made field goals in the NFL (9)

Lots of good stuff happening for the 2-0 Colts #ForTheShoe
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I’m getting a Payton/Saints 2009 vibe from this team. They are finding weird fun ways to win. Reclamation QB, powerhouse RB, defense handling things. Just pure chemistry.
 
The Colts need to be active in the trade market for a corner and edge rusher. Those could be the needed ingredients to really put the Colts in a good position to go deep in the playoffs. The problem I have with the Colts is they generally aren't active in the trade market ever since they gave a 1st for Buckner a few years ago. They need to not rest on their laurals if they want to compete against the better teams in the AFC in the playoffs. They aren't going to best teams like the Chiefs (Mahomes) and Bills (Allen) unless they can get after them with pressure and sacks. The Colts rank in the bottom 10 in sacks, but they do rank high in QB pressure. They are going to have to up their game in order to beat teams like the Chiefs, Bills, and other teams with elite QBs. Just my opinion on the current state of the Colts and what I think they need to do.
 
It would be interesting if the Colts made the biggest trade of all at the deadline and get Maxx Crosby. I know it won't happen, but it would be interesting if it did.
 
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It would be interesting if the Colts made the biggest trade of all at the deadline and get Maxx Crosby. I know it won't happen, but it would be interesting if it did.
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Does Jaelen Phillips make your toes tingle? He started out slow but now that he's healthy, he's getting QB pressures. A loss to BAL on Thursday increases the odds of Phillips or Chubb being traded. My guess is a 5th round pick might be enough. Much cheaper than Crosby or Henrickson.

>>ESPN’s Adam Schefter told The Pat McAfee Show that “I think the Dolphins will move at least one of their pass rushers, Jaelan Phillips or Bradley Chubb” before next Tuesday’s trade deadline.

Phillips is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March; he has only two sacks but ranks 20th among all edge players with 27 pressures, per PFF. Chubb, who has four sacks, has no guaranteed money due after this season.

Trading one would create more playing time for Chop Robinson, who said last week that playing more allows pass rushers such as himself to get into a better rhythm. (Robinson’s snaps have been in the 20s most games.)<<


 
SoBeDad said:
JohnnyU said:
It would be interesting if the Colts made the biggest trade of all at the deadline and get Maxx Crosby. I know it won't happen, but it would be interesting if it did.
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Does Jaelen Phillips make your toes tingle? He started out slow but now that he's healthy, he's getting QB pressures. A loss to BAL on Thursday increases the odds of Phillips or Chubb being traded. My guess is a 5th round pick might be enough. Much cheaper than Crosby or Henrickson.

>>ESPN’s Adam Schefter told The Pat McAfee Show that “I think the Dolphins will move at least one of their pass rushers, Jaelan Phillips or Bradley Chubb” before next Tuesday’s trade deadline.

Phillips is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March; he has only two sacks but ranks 20th among all edge players with 27 pressures, per PFF. Chubb, who has four sacks, has no guaranteed money due after this season.

Trading one would create more playing time for Chop Robinson, who said last week that playing more allows pass rushers such as himself to get into a better rhythm. (Robinson’s snaps have been in the 20s most games.)<<


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Yeah, more realistic edge targets are Phillips or Chubb. Both are health risks however. I prefer Phillips. As for Hendrickson, the Bengals risk losing the locker room if they trade their best defensive player.
 
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Wasn't Steichen and Ballard on the hot seat just a couple of months ago?
 
I know this reeks of fantasy, but offer the Raiders Anthony Richardson and a 1st round pick for Crosby.
 
It all works because of the OL. End of story. If that breaks down, it all comes crumbling down.

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JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
I know this reeks of fantasy, but offer the Raiders Anthony Richardson and a 1st round pick for Crosby.
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2 1sts plus some other things (more middle round picks or a decent player (not Richardson)) minimum for Crosby.
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Then I'm taking my ball and going home :hot:
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Probably smart. A desperate team like Dallas who has extra 1sts from the Parsons trade will probably meet and exceed any other teams offer.
 
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
I know this reeks of fantasy, but offer the Raiders Anthony Richardson and a 1st round pick for Crosby.
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2 1sts plus some other things (more middle round picks or a decent player (not Richardson)) minimum for Crosby.
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Then I'm taking my ball and going home :hot:
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Probably smart. A desperate team like Dallas who has extra 1sts from the Parsons trade will probably meet and exceed any other teams offer.
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Then why in the hell did they trade Parsons? He's probably at the top of any list of edge rushers. He's taken GB to another level.
 
JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
I know this reeks of fantasy, but offer the Raiders Anthony Richardson and a 1st round pick for Crosby.
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2 1sts plus some other things (more middle round picks or a decent player (not Richardson)) minimum for Crosby.
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Then I'm taking my ball and going home :hot:
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Probably smart. A desperate team like Dallas who has extra 1sts from the Parsons trade will probably meet and exceed any other teams offer.
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Then why in the hell did they trade Parsons? He's probably at the top of any list of edge rushers. He's taken GB to another level.
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Crosby is $11M cheaper.
 
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
Snotbubbles said:
JohnnyU said:
I know this reeks of fantasy, but offer the Raiders Anthony Richardson and a 1st round pick for Crosby.
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2 1sts plus some other things (more middle round picks or a decent player (not Richardson)) minimum for Crosby.
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Then I'm taking my ball and going home :hot:
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Probably smart. A desperate team like Dallas who has extra 1sts from the Parsons trade will probably meet and exceed any other teams offer.
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Then why in the hell did they trade Parsons? He's probably at the top of any list of edge rushers. He's taken GB to another level.
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Crosby is $11M cheaper.
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Chump change
 
While the media is now jumping on the Colts train, I'm telling you now that if they don't add an edge rusher they will get exposed in the playoffs. Before their game against the Titans (4 sacks), I believe they are bottom 10 in sacks, but is ranked 5th in qb pressure rate, but isn't getting the sacks. While the sack total rose after the Titans game, I think they will struggle against good QBs in January unless they bolster the rush. If they try to play bend but don't break against elite qbs like Mahomes or Allen in the playoffs, it will be an early exit. They need to go after a top end edge rusher before Tuesday at 4:00 pm. They also need a cornerback, but are getting healthier at the position. Ward should be back this week or next. Thirdly, perhaps add a linebacker as well.
 
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As someone who lived through the great Bert Jones years of the 70s, scoring was never an issue, but stopping the other team was. They played that bend but don't break defense and it killed them against good teams in the Playoffs (see 1975, 1976, 1977). I remember the defense never being able to get off the field. So you could say I hate the bend but don't break philosophy. The Giants were able to beat the Patriots twice in the Super Bowl because they figured out how to get to Tom Brady. You're not going to beat Mahomes or Allen unless you can get after them.
 
Always going to be tough getting through Mahomes, Allen and, presumably Lamar but this is the kind of move you make if you want to compete with those guys.
 
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