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Colts sign DE/DT Arthur Jones (5 years, $33M; $16M guaranteed): A- Grade 
I usually like to chide Ryan Grigson for overspending in free agency, but I like this move. Obtaining Arthur Jones makes sense for many reasons. First, Jones played under Chuck Pagano in Baltimore, so there won't be any sort of scheme transition for him. Second, Jones fills a huge need on the defensive line, as Indianapolis desperately needed an upgrade. And third, Jones was the top 3-4 defensive end available on the market. 

Given all of those things, a 5-year, $33 million deal for a talented player like Jones almost seems like a bargain. 

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Just by reading some of what Jones had to say in his responses I've read to questions he's been asked about coming to the Colts, I really like this guy. Sounds like he has a great attitude and really wants to be here too. I saw a tweet which I can't coppy here because posting via my phone right now. But when Jones was asked what position on the line he's looking to play, he responded with " I come as a humble servant, Ill play wherever they need me too." That says a lot to me already right there. Sounds like a Colt to me.

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