Zach Kerr

[Dark Superman]

Is this guy sticking out to anyone else on here? I'm falling in love with this guys motor and his ability to split the line and create havoc. He's the one guy I'm rooting for to make the practice squad this year. I think he could end up being a fine rotational player if he continued to grow. Thoughts?

[PrincetonTiger]

I see him on the 53 man squad

[Nobody]

I see him on the 53 man squad

Agreed, he's shown more than McKinney and I can't see him going a season unclaimed.

The one play where he just annihilated the interior line with pure strength for the sack? Hnnnng.

[NewEra]

I see him and Hughes making it over McKinney. He will be good in the rotation.

[Superman]

He earned himself a job last night. Even if he doesn't make our final roster, there should be at least a handful of teams putting in a waiver claim on him. He looked better than anyone who was put in front of him yesterday.

[Dark Superman]

He's a lot like Chapman in terms of showing some speed for being a big man. Never gives up on plays and isn't afraid to chase the ball carrier down. That's the kind of traits I am looking for.

[krunk]

I will feel very confident in our DL rotation with Redding, Chapman, Jones, Hughes, Francois, and Kerr

[BlueCollarColts]

Kerr looked very good last night, that sack was a fantastic play

[Steamboat_Shaun]

We've got the same last name, I'd love to see him make the 53 so I could buy his jersey.

[rock8591]

We've got the same last name, I'd love to see him make the 53 so I could buy his jersey.

 

Would your first name be Steve by any chance, and did you play for the Chicago Bulls ever?

[BlueStallion]

Kerr is a keeper.  The Colts need to make room on the 53-man roster for him.  Based on what he did against NYG, he wouldn't even clear waivers to make it to the practice squad.  Most 3-4 NTs are built to take on two blockers and clog up the middle against the run, but how many of them have the power to collapse the pocket with a bull rush and the speed to sack the QB on passing plays?

[Smonroe]

Has he gone against any first team competition yet? He did look good and I'd rather have a young guy, but I'm not sure he's been tested much yet.

[Track Guy]

I liked him even before we drafted him. It'd be nice to see us rotate guys a lot up front like Seattle does, to help keep the front 7 from playing tired.

[Smonroe]

I liked him even before we drafted him. It'd be nice to see us rotate guys a lot up front like Seattle does, to help keep the front 7 from playing tired.

We do that now, but it's mostly between the 3/4 4/3 personnel.

I think those guys get more wear on their legs running on and off the field than they do playing.

[Gabriel Alexander Morillo]

Agreed, he's shown more than McKinney and I can't see him going a season unclaimed.

The one play where he just annihilated the interior line with pure strength for the sack? Hnnnng.

This Is a family forum good sir!

[TheJACKCOLT]

I hope he makes the team, looks like he could turn into a real find at some point, don't think he would last long on the practice squad, gets good penetration, and I love the bull rush and all out motor, we need to keep him around.

[ColtsLegacy]

According to PFF, Zach Kerr was our highest rated defensive player in the game with a +3.5 overall, +2.0 run defense, +1.3 pass rush in 48 total plays - 15 run, 33 pass.

[BleedBlu8792]

Has he gone against any first team competition yet? He did look good and I'd rather have a young guy, but I'm not sure he's been tested much yet.

 

With him not being in the first team rotation, I think it's going to be hard for him to see action against our opponents first team. With the versatility of Hughes, Jones, and RJF, along with Chapman and Redding, those guys are going to get the majority of the snaps at first. However, with him clearly outperforming the other teams 2's and 3's, I don't think we have to worry about him if he's thrown into the fire early on. Get his feet wet, then turn him loose when he's absolutely needed. Kerr, this year, could be like Pendleton was for us last year. Mr. McKinney looks to be the obvious choice as the odd man out right now.

[GoColts00]

I think Kerr has been really good against 3rd string personnel. They should let him get some 1st string reps in the next 2 preseason games and see how he does.

[ProblChld32]

He has shown promise upfront and has a relentless motor, may just have a Gem on our hands. 

[lollygagger8]

Kerr > McKinney

 

I loved that we picked Kerr up from the get go, and can't believe he went undrafted. 

 

 

 

No way we could stash him, San Diego would be all over him lol. 

[el duderino]

i think he has a chance to earn a spot. Liked what I saw against the giants.

[Flash7]

Kerr > McKinney

 

I loved that we picked Kerr up from the get go, and can't believe he went undrafted. 

 

 

 

No way we could stash him, San Diego would be all over him lol. 

San Diego or Colts West? It's hard to tell the difference now.

[lollygagger8]

San Diego or Colts West? It's hard to tell the difference now.

 

No kidding

[1959Colts]

Kerr deserves to make the final roster.

But I'm afraid they will cut him and try to slip him onto the practice squad.

[Nobody]

According to PFF, Zach Kerr was our highest rated defensive player in the game with a +3.5 overall, +2.0 run defense, +1.3 pass rush in 48 total plays - 15 run, 33 pass.

Second highest on defense... Dewey McDonald. Followed by Lou I believe.  UDFA or bust

[throwing BBZ]

Is this guy sticking out to anyone else on here? I'm falling in love with this guys motor and his ability to split the line and create havoc. He's the one guy I'm rooting for to make the practice squad this year. I think he could end up being a fine rotational player if he continued to grow. Thoughts?

 

 If they PS him they deserve to lose him. He sticks out like a sore thumb.

[NewColtsFan]

With him not being in the first team rotation, I think it's going to be hard for him to see action against our opponents first team. With the versatility of Hughes, Jones, and RJF, along with Chapman and Redding, those guys are going to get the majority of the snaps at first. However, with him clearly outperforming the other teams 2's and 3's, I don't think we have to worry about him if he's thrown into the fire early on. Get his feet wet, then turn him loose when he's absolutely needed. Kerr, this year, could be like Pendleton was for us last year. Mr. McKinney looks to be the obvious choice as the odd man out right now.

 

I think McKinny might be the odd man out if -- and it's a big if -- we only have 6 defensive lineman.

 

But, I think we'll go with 7....   which means both McKinney and Kerr would make it.

[Jason_]

San Diego or Colts West? It's hard to tell the difference now.

If the chargers are the Colts west, then the Colts could be the ravens Midwest. ;)

[NewEra]

If the chargers are the Colts west, then the Colts could be the ravens Midwest. ;)

With a better offense. I'll take it! Have always love how the Ravens play smash mouth football.

[Le Neon]

I think McKinny might be the odd man out if -- and it's a big if -- we only have 6 defensive lineman.

Basically this, though there's still 2 games left.

Many of the guys filling out the back end of the depth chart still have a long way to go to make the team, including Kerr.

[Flash7]

If the chargers are the Colts west, then the Colts could be the ravens Midwest. ;)

Well, the Eagles Midwest might have something to say about that too.

[Jason_]

Well, the Eagles Midwest might have something to say about that too.

Hell or the cardinal midwest. We're the stanfordnapolis raveagles

[rock8591]

We'll keep 7 DLs, just like last year. McKinney not starter, but too good to keep off for goal-line formations, and as a 2nd stringer.

[Dustin]

Bump.

[GoColts8818]

I wish they would have played him a little more with the first team just to get a look.

[BlueShoe]

Is this guy sticking out to anyone else on here? I'm falling in love with this guys motor and his ability to split the line and create havoc. He's the one guy I'm rooting for to make the practice squad this year. I think he could end up being a fine rotational player if he continued to grow. Thoughts?

 

He has made the 53. No doubt; he is a keeper!

[lennymoore24]

No way he lasts on the Practice Squad. I think we either keep him on active roster or he is gone.  It is hard to fine nose guards.

[BLUEx40]

he looked excellent tonight he's definitely going to make the 53 one of the better d-line rookies I've seen this year

[CardiacColts]

This guy MUST be on the active roster. He won't clear wavers. I was at the game tonight, and his presence is palpable. He was a one man show most of the second half. Not to mention, he has tremendous versatility with the ability to play all three positions along the line. He is a hands down keeper for me.