Colts to sign Josh Cribbs?/Welcome aboard Josh Cribbs (merge)

[RockThatBlue]

I hope that is the case but we need to be prepared just in case

A TE needs to be added to the PS at least

Swoope is still on the PS isn't he?

[PrincetonTiger]

Swoope is still on the PS isn't he?

Not sure he is "ready" to be activated if DA is not ready and he is more of a Fleener type not an in line blocker

[James Harden]

Swoope is still on the PS isn't he?

I forgot all about him..the coaches were raving about him during training camp.

[ColtsLegacy]

In terms of pure receiving, sure. But Allen has utility use as a FB and premium TE blocking skills well above that of Fleener. 

 

Allen's a better, more consistent receiver as well. Fleener has the potential to be special as we glimpsed last week but we need to see it more consistently (not necessarily all the yards but making big/tough catches at crucial times).

[Caleb3502]

Ben Tate was waived today, maybe we could pick Tate up.

[ColtsLegacy]

Swoope is still on the PS isn't he?

 

Totally forgot about him. We are playing the Jags next week, could be a good game to give him a shot.

[Jim H.]

That's what we all imagined/hoped for when we drafted Fleener but last week was about the only time he's ever shown us Jimmy Graham-ish potential.

Gotta start somewhere...

[TheJACKCOLT]

For me at least Coby has always been equal to or above DA but Jack's role will change

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Coby has never been near DA's equal much less above.

[ColtsLegacy]

Gotta start somewhere...

 

No doubt. I've voiced (posted) how impressed I was with his play and that I really hope he builds on it.

[corgi]

In terms of pure receiving, sure. But Allen has utility use as a FB and premium TE blocking skills well above that of Fleener. 

I don't think Allen will miss much if any time.

[Bravo]

Boom was returning kicks last game.... So I assume they are bringing in Cribbs for that so Boom can focus on offense now.

[Deathiltis]

We're saved

[12isthenew18]

we have doyle

[Darryl C. Patrick]

For me at least Coby has always been equal to or above DA but Jack's role will change

So, he gets a pass on all the dropped passes in the past as compared with Allen then, 'for you', I gather. 

[chad hugo]

not sure if it was still needed but...

 

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000430348/article/josh-cribbs-signing-with-indianapolis-colts

[ColtsFanMikeC]

Who is getting the ax?

[Darryl C. Patrick]

Who is getting the ax?

Whalen may get demoted or cut. I know he's a fan favorite, but its the logical choice. 

[csmopar]

Who is getting the ax?

my guess is bradshaw is going to IR

[ColtsFanMikeC]

my guess is bradshaw is going to IR

I agree, but I think we'll want to bring up Zurlon Tipton to give us another body at RB?  I think Bradshaw goes to IR then we have to cut someone else or demote to practice squad.

[shakedownstreet]

wonder if he's secured a new crib(b s) here in town yet...

 

language filter prevented me from putting the b & s together

[csmopar]

possibly. my only fear is that it maybe a double edge sword bringing a guy from outside in. May have some strengths, but our Offensive play book takes a bit to learn. Granted a good running back, finds holes and hits them...we dont seem to be able to hit them, and once area that bradshaw seemed better at than richardson was looking for whatever gap he good and anticipating where the hole might be, richardson just goes sideways. we need a running back who can just bulldoze forward like Gray did to us on Sunday.

[Mr.Debonair]

Can he Rush the QB or play G?

[Gramz]

Maybe they'll sign Ben Tate too and then can be the Brown/Colts

[RockThatBlue]

I'm excited about this. Even if hes half as good as he was with the Browns hes still an upgrade IMO.

[TKnight24]

Maybe they'll sign Ben Tate too and then can be the Brown/Colts

Was thinking the same thing

Trent Richardson

Josh Cribbs

Maybe Ben Tate

Who's next? Alex Mack?

[RockThatBlue]

Was thinking the same thing

Trent Richardson

Josh Cribbs

Maybe Ben Tate

Who's next? Alex Mack?

Don't forget that Chud is on our coaching staff as well.

I think Mike Adams played with the Browns too.

[TKnight24]

Don't forget that Chud is on our coaching staff as well.

*Trades in blue colts jersey for brown one*

[RockThatBlue]

*Trades in blue colts jersey for brown one*

Mike Adams was a Browns player too I believe lol

[krunk]

I don't think Allen is playing Sunday.  We didn't sign Wesley Saunders for nothing.

[oldunclemark]

Its a good pickup anyway you look at it...

..another explosive playmaker on special teams.../And I bet we work him into the offense on specialty plays

We needed a boost this week. Here it is

[IndyD4U]

It's official! Welcome Josh Cribbs

 

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11897320/indianapolis-colts-sign-receiver-josh-cribbs

[SilentHill]

Griff Whalen is our #3 RB

 

He runs like Brandon Jacobs, he should get the goal line carries.

[krunk]

Hopefully I don't have to look at Griff as the punt returner again.  Hopefully Cribbs will get back to his old form

[krunk]

I'll see what Grigs does about the running back situation, but I think boys are slipping on Tipton.  I think he's a pretty good back for a big guy.  Can bring a physical presence to the running game, plus he's got pretty good feet and balance. Rarely loses any yards.

[LJpalmbeacher2]

Fleener is a Jimmy Graham type of TE not a blocking expert

Fleener can't hold Jimmy Graham`s jock strap. But I'm sure you meant he is receiving te rather than all-around te and your right.

[Dark Superman]

Very excited to see him back in the NFL.

[RockThatBlue]

Very excited to see him back in the NFL.

Me too. Can't wait to watch him get some returns against the Jags

[GOCOLTS_ROLLTIDE]

We haveotwo rbs on PS still. .. They haven't elevated zurlon so maybe there's another move coming

[MTC]

I like this move. 

 

If Devin Hester can still perform at a higher level, then Josh Cribbs can as well. 

[crazycolt1]

Maybe now our Special team will be more of a factor in our games. Starting at the 50 yard line is better then starting at the 20yard line every time. Maybe some TDs too

We have had excellent special teams play. Maybe some decent punt returns but the way kick offs are going into the end zone those are few and far between.