[Colts is the name..... efficiency is the game]

Awaiting bombardment for this one, but it's just a question that I do not know the answer to...

 

Is McGlynn a better center than Satele? 

 

(Covering head).

[I was disappointed in the Offense's performance]

It seemed like the problems were at RG and Center.  Satele and McGlynn (at first).  Thornton seemed to improve the position and hopefully, Holmes will do the same.  THe problem is that they're both rookies and lack NFL experience.  Also, the front office seems married to the idea of Satele and McGlynn.   I was surprised at Reitz' performance at LT; he was much better than I expected. 

 

Cherilus was adequate as was Thomas.   As we've said for years, running game will improve with an improved O-line.  The O-line seems much better than last year's but I think it still has a long way to go.

[OMG McGlynn]

I would have thought they'd have replaced him by now, also.  Can Reitz play on the other side?  He wouldn't be worse.

 

I'm worried about Center (Satele) also.  They should have kept Shipley.

 

I think the Tackles are adequate and D. Thomas has done ok.  The weakest part of the line is in the middle/right

[Bjoern Werner wanted to be with his German comrade with Giants]

On the topic of Werner, I've read reports about him being not as quick as a normal pass rusher.   Is he going to OLB as a pass rusher?

 

It kind of concerns me b/c you can't teach speed.

 

I did feel better about the pick when I watched some highlights, but he was coming off the line on the 'Noles.

[Bjoern Werner wanted to be with his German comrade with Giants]

I really hope you're kidding.

 

He was.  He was quoting Joe Biden when he talked about the Germans bombing Pearl Harbor.  Those darn Germans.  :\

[Do we need another RB]

I'm divided on this one.

 

I like the idea of Lacy, but a) will he be there?  and b) is another O-lineman more important and we get an RB next year?

 

 

[So where does Freeney land?]

I hate saying this, but I think either Denver or New England.

 

They've been talking about Atlanta, which I wouldn't mind as I root for the Falcons also (Colts are #1 to me, though).

[Combine information]

Congrats to those who got into the combine.  I didn't try so I'll be on the sidewalk.

 

Any locals know of times that players and coaches leave? 

 

My family and I might try to get a few autographs outside.  We're coming Saturday.

 

Thanks.

[Jaguar's new logo]

I like the logo. Los Angeles Jaguars has a good ring to it.

 

Dang!  You beat me to the LA comment.  

 

Wouldn't surprise me in a year or two.  I'm surprised they put a team there in the first place.  Many people there are Dolphins or Bucs fans.

[O-line and more playmakers on defense will have the Colts on top]

I liked what I saw from Ijalana.  Hopefully he can be back at guard.   Put Shipley at Center.  Maybe even try Satele at guard at camp.  Saturday wasn't a Center when he started with the Colts.  Take care of RT via FA.

[Pursue Jake Long?]

If we can get him without breaking the bank, ok.  He's a big name, but his value might be inflated in terms of salary.

 

Bookend him with Castonzo would be nice. 

[Does anyone else feel that the Colts are mentally strong enough to take the division next year?]

I agree with a previous post:

If we fix the O-line during the offseason (and tweak the D), we'll take the AFC South.

 

I sort of (well, not really) feel sorry for Houston because many of their fans actually thought that some sort of "tide" was turning and it was their turn to rule it for a while.

 

They're a one trick pony on defense.  That pony is Watt.

 

For offense, yes, Schaub is good but his release isn't as fast as it used to be.  In addition, contain Foster and cover Johnson and that about does it.

 

Tennessee is on a treadmill.  Jacksonville is the Colts in the early 90's. 

[Christensen could be leaving town]

If it were between the two, I'd keep Arians and put Clyde on a Greyhound bus.

[Reed's post game comments to Wayne]

Reed is a class act and a great player.  He, Wayne, and Luck should be teammates.

[not upset about losing at all!]

I'm pleased with the Colts' record but not the O-line and Pass Defense playing.

 

I wouldn't mind losing yesterday's game as much if the score were closer.  Andrew had nano-seconds to throw the ball and our DB's made Joe Flacco look like Joe Montana. 

[O-line and more playmakers on defense will have the Colts on top]

Back in August, no one would have believed that Indy would be where it ended the season. 

[What about our offensive tackles?]

We don't have enough draft picks to sort our line, so we'll need some FA's.....

 

We probably will.  Grigson is more likely to go after quality FA's than Polian (aside from Vinatieri). 

[Your ideal team needs?]

O-line:  a tackle and guards.  Shipley's done well if there are no better centers available.

 

Defense:  Safety and a CB, DT and DE.   If Freeney jets, we'll need another LB. 

 

Another RB wouldn't hurt. 

[Clyde Christensen]

I like him, but he was mediocre today.

 

He's already been the OC and didn't do that well.

 

Having said that, dropped passes and the horrible O-line weren't his fault, but he didn't make adjustments.

 

For exampe, Christensen left Satele in when Shipley was available and who is a better Center.

 

 

 

 

[Who has the Edge..Jim Caldwell or Chuck Pagano?]

Pagano knows Baltimore's defense.

 

Cory Redding has practiced against Baltimore's offense. 

 

Caldwell wouldn't recognize Indy's offense or their defense, although he has played against similar types. 

 

Other advantages/disadvantages:

 

Baltimore:  home game, Ray Lewis' last season,

 

Indy:  playing high, Defense has done well lately (at least in the second half).

[Where should Arians go? (If he leaves Indy)]

Personally, I'd go to San Diego.  You've got some talent on offense.   I do think Rivers is in a slump but new blood might pull him out of it. 

 

Plus, San Diego would be an awesome place to live; however, if they move to LA, I would hate it.

[Jerrell Freeman needs a little more love]

I like him.  He's fast and he hits hard. 

[Foster taping the Chuckstrong banner]

At first glance I thought it was a mockery.  I saw him bow (which I know is  signature celebration of his), then I saw the Texans hugging Chuck after the game.   My initial impression was incorrect.

 

I think it was out of respect.

[Who should replace Arians? [Merge]]

Norv Turner.  Keep Christiansen where he is.  I really would like Arians to stay at Indy, however. 

[Chargers Interested in Bruce Arians]

I hope he stays in Indy but I wouldn't blame him if he left.   If he has settling on his mind, he'll stay here.  If he wants to be a head coach, he'll go as it's a good opportunity to augment a team with a lot of talent.