The Curious Case Of Anthony Gonzalez

[grmasterb]

Remember him? I'm baffled as to why he hasn't been given more chances. I certainly don't understand why we retained him if we aren't going to play him more. http://www.indystar....-help-Colts-win

Edited October 27, 2011 by grmasterb

[drew]

He can't hold on to the ball. If you can't do that you shouldn't be an NFL receiver.

[nitecrawler]

He can't hold on to the ball. If you can't do that you shouldn't be an NFL receiver.

Gonzalez has had problems staying healthy, he has had no problems with his hands; in fact, he has good hands (especially when compared to Garcon).

I'm really surprised he's not getting more playing time...I was looking forward to seeing what he could do(if he remained healthy).

[Ty2d]

_{Gonzo has not been healthy all season once again.. now battling an ankle and hamstring injury..colts need to cut him lose}

[Coltsfanman1953]

I say throw him in there, we can't get any worse.

[ruksak]

He can't hold on to the ball. If you can't do that you shouldn't be an NFL receiver.

His hands are fine. I hope you're not just saying that because of the one drop he had a few weeks ago?

[Thewholefnshow28]

He can't hold on to the ball. If you can't do that you shouldn't be an NFL receiver.

Gonzo's problem has never been his hands. He has pretty good hands and when healthy has shown signs of being a really good WR in this system.

The problem is the guy is as fragile as a china doll.

[number28]

All of that is Polian's fault. Fire Polian!

[ruksak]

All of that is Polian's fault. Fire Polian!

Do you have to take up this debate in every post?

[BIGugly]

One of Gonzo's problems is he is ALWAYS short. On 3rd and 6, he gets 5, for instance. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are trying to run the clock down, and steps out of bounds. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are driving for game winner, and doesn't step out of bounds. Seems to have no game awareness. Prolly be ok if someone told him every down what to do Skills seem to be adequate.

Edited October 27, 2011 by BIGugly

[number28]

Do you have to take up this debate in every post?

sure, why not? this forum is clearly focused on firing Caldwell and Polian. Therefore anything negative is their fault.

[Jaric]

sure, why not? this forum is clearly focused on firing Caldwell and Polian. Therefore anything negative is their fault.

See, I knew you'd come around eventually.

[number28]

See, I knew you'd come around eventually.

[rockywoj]

One of Gonzo's problems is he is ALWAYS short. On 3rd and 6, he gets 5, for instance. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are trying to run the clock down, and steps out of bounds. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are driving for game winner, and doesn't step out of bounds. Seems to have no game awareness. Prolly be ok if someone told him every down what to do Skills seem to be adequate.

That was my big beef with him his first two seasons. Currently, a bigger beef is he just can't stay on the field.

[uniquicity]

That lateral to Wayne against Minnesota was interesting.

[IndyTrav]

What people saw on this guy I'll never know. It was hilarious when we drafted him and the fact that he's still on the roster is sad. At best he's an average WR and the injuries only push him further down the mediocre pole. 35 games 1300yds 7 tds and 99rec. In half a season Tamme out produced him.

[fthoodcoltsfan]

sure, why not? this forum is clearly focused on firing Caldwell and Polian. Therefore anything negative is their fault.

Except nobody other than you has even mentioned their names in this thread...

[21isSuperman]

Gonzo just can't stay healthy. When healthy, he has been productive and effective....sounds like Bob...

He just hasn't been able to stay healthy, but he is still on his rookie contract and his cap hit is half a million. I wouldn't mind seeing us bring him back on a 1 year deal with an option for the 2nd year at $300 000.

[justcolts]

As per the stats in the article it's Collie who is having trouble catching the ball and for the most part he has been invisible on the field. At this point it doesn't hurt to give Gonzalez a chance in place of Collie.

Edited October 27, 2011 by justcolts

[BIGugly]

As per the stats in the article it's Collie who is having trouble catching the ball and for the most part he has been invisible on the field. At this point it doesn't hurt to give Gonzalez a chance in place of Collie.

Don't mind another chance, but every down you better remind him, "Need 8, Gonzo", "Stop the clock, Gonzo", "Keep the clock goin', Gonzo", "Take care of the ball, Gonzo".

[KirkCousins#8]

Cut him,because its three years overdue.

[Thewholefnshow28]

Except nobody other than you has even mentioned their names in this thread...

Do not worry he is just trolling because not everyone agrees with his opinion.

[KirkCousins#8]

What people saw on this guy I'll never know. It was hilarious when we drafted him and the fact that he's still on the roster is sad. At best he's an average WR and the injuries only push him further down the mediocre pole. 35 games 1300yds 7 tds and 99rec. In half a season Tamme out produced him.

Quite funny and thanks for the laugh!Yes,...you're right.

[Colts20593]

Gonzo had a ton of potential, but when he went down week 1 of 09, it all went downhill for him from there. It sucks, I don't understand why people get enjoyment out of badmouthing a player for things that have happened to him that were essentially out of his control.

[John Waylon]

When has our offense been high powered enough to get more than 2 WR's on the field?

Edited October 27, 2011 by Maureen
Removed name calling

[IndyTrav]

I don't think anyone is getting 'enjoyment' out of bashing the guy, but when you use your first round pick, on a position we probably didn't need to address at the time, and use it on someone who was barely a #2 on the colleges own roster. Well then we kind of got exactly what we paid for.

[Mexicolt]

Gonzalez has had problems staying healthy, he has had no problems with his hands; in fact, he has good hands (especially when compared to Garcon). I'm really surprised he's not getting more playing time...I was looking forward to seeing what he could do(if he remained healthy).

Garçon has 1 drop this season, he leads the team in Yards and Receptions and TD receptions, he's been targeted less times than Wayne... This "garçon drops balls" is getting old

[Mexicolt]

One of Gonzo's problems is he is ALWAYS short. On 3rd and 6, he gets 5, for instance. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are trying to run the clock down, and steps out of bounds. Makes a catch late in the 4th quarter when we are driving for game winner, and doesn't step out of bounds. Seems to have no game awareness. Prolly be ok if someone told him every down what to do Skills seem to be adequate.

True, I rememeber a playoff game in San Diego...

[BIGugly]

It's what a good troll does.

When has our offense been high powered enough to get more than 2 WR's on the field?

Let's see...Wayne, Harrison, Stacey

[IndyTrav]

Let's see...Wayne, Harrison, Stacey

I'm assuming you meant Stokley.

That's was the 2004 season folks. Let that sink in. 2004. 7 seasons ago. Let's not expect that anymore.

[John Waylon]

Let's see...Wayne, Harrison, Stacey

.... Seriously?

No, like, for real?

THAT was a serious response?

I dunno what to say. I just dunno what to say.

I guess "DUH" would be the best place to start... Of course we've been a high powered offense in the past. Austin Collie hasn't become what he has seeing the field in a 2 WR set. Just.... DUH. I mean dear god.....

I guess, since it wasn't painfully obvious the first time, I'll break this one down for you...

We're talking about Anthony Gonzalez and why he's still here if he's in a contract year and not getting any chances to show what he can do...

Hence my response....

Your response, being entirely illogical and incorrect (Stacey? Who's Stacey?) has to be one of the worst I've ever read.

Read before you abuse the "Reply" button...

[BIGugly]

I'm assuming you meant Stokley.

That's was the 2004 season folks. Let that sink in. 2004. 7 seasons ago. Let's not expect that anymore.

That's correct.

Well you asked when. That's when.....

Think about that 3 receivers over 1000 yards...AND 10 TD;s

First time in the history of the NFL

3 wide receivers of that caliber is RARE anywhere in the NFL., not just the Colts.

[BIGugly]

.... Seriously?

No, like, for real?

THAT was a serious response?

I dunno what to say. I just dunno what to say.

I guess "DUH" would be the best place to start... Of course we've been a high powered offense in the past. Austin Collie hasn't become what he has seeing the field in a 2 WR set. Just.... DUH. I mean dear god.....

I guess, since it wasn't painfully obvious the first time, I'll break this one down for you...

We're talking about Anthony Gonzalez and why he's still here if he's in a contract year and not getting any chances to show what he can do...

Hence my response....

Your response, being entirely illogical and incorrect (Stacey? Who's Stacey?) has to be one of the worst I've ever read.

Read before you abuse the "Reply" button...

Yeah, it was Wayne, Harrison and STOKELY....

Edited October 27, 2011 by BIGugly

[John Waylon]

That's correct.

Well you asked when. That's when.....

Think about that 3 receivers over 1000 yards...AND 10 TD;s

First time in the history of the NFL

3 wide receivers of that caliber is RARE anywhere in the NFL., not just the Colts.

Not gettin the concept of this thread, are you?

[BIGugly]

Not gettin the concept of this thread, are you?

Believe it's about Gonzo being a head case. Doesn't know what's goin' on.

Other diversion was answer to query about when was the last time Colts had 3 WR's. Answer was Wayne, Harrison, and Stokely.....2004....Whas Prob?

[John Waylon]

Dear god....

[SanAntonioColt]

What people saw on this guy I'll never know. It was hilarious when we drafted him and the fact that he's still on the roster is sad. At best he's an average WR and the injuries only push him further down the mediocre pole. 35 games 1300yds 7 tds and 99rec. In half a season Tamme out produced him.

I agree. A lot of people have been on the Gonzo train with the belief he has played well on the rare occasions he's been on the field. Any first round WR playing with PM will get some stats. He can make the easy catch and get the easy yards, but he won't step up on the big play opportunities. Cut him.

[BIGugly]

Dear god....

Amen

[BOTT]

I don't think anyone is getting 'enjoyment' out of bashing the guy, but when you use your first round pick, on a position we probably didn't need to address at the time, and use it on someone who was barely a #2 on the colleges own roster. Well then we kind of got exactly what we paid for.

exactly. i don't know how gonzo goes in the first and guys like collie, jordan shipley, etc last until round 3-4....which is where gonzo should have been drafted.

[uniquicity]

Sorry for bringing an old thread up but Brian Robiskie has just been waived by Cleveland. Possible replacement for Gonzo, or Blair White if his injury is serious?