Colts host former Raiders OT Austin Howard

[TKnight24]

 

 

Probably gonna be a signing here shortly. Last time I did this, the signing happened right after. Forgot who it was though. Might’ve been Autry

 

 

[TdungyW/12]

Just now, TKnight24 said:

 

 

Probably gonna be a signing here shortly. Last time I did this, the signing happened right after. Forgot who it was though. Might’ve been Autry

 

 

Let’s do this! Bring in more meat on the line and protect 12! 

[Four2itus]

Wasn't Gosder from the Raiders?

[krunk]

4 minutes ago, Four2itus said:

Wasn't Gosder from the Raiders?

no

[corgi]

24 minutes ago, Four2itus said:

Wasn't Gosder from the Raiders?

Lions. 

[Malakai432]

43 minutes ago, Four2itus said:

Wasn't Gosder from the Raiders?

 

Samson Satele was from the Raiders.

[Douzer]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_Howard

UDFA Eagles 2010

PS Jets 2011

Became a Starter with Jets in 2012

Signed a 5 year deal with Raiders 2014 (RT)

IR 2015 - Knee

Missed Games 2016 - Ankle

Signed 3 year deal with Ravens (RT)

Waived as a cap casualty from Ravens 2018

Age 31

 

 

[csmopar]

6 minutes ago, Douzer said:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_Howard

UDFA Eagles 2010

PS Jets 2011

Became a Starter with Jets in 2012

Signed a 5 year deal with Raiders 2014 (RT)

IR 2015 - Knee

Missed Games 2016 - Ankle

Signed 3 year deal with Ravens (RT)

Waived as a cap casualty from Ravens 2018

Age 31

 

 

Seems counter to what Ballard normally looks for 

[Smonroe]

4 minutes ago, csmopar said:

Seems counter to what Ballard normally looks for 

 

True, but we don’t want too many young guys learning on the job at that spot.  

[Douzer]

3 minutes ago, csmopar said:

Seems counter to what Ballard normally looks for 

Agreed.

 

 But he may see it as prudent given the current state of the OL...

[Jeremy Waldon]

Nothing like putting young guys againist the vets in competition to see what everyone has in camp. Ballard loves the competition as do all us fans

[Douzer]

Looked up Castonzo, he turns 30 in August.

Howard just turned 31 in March.

 

Perhaps this would take some pressure off the draft. He doesn't have enough picks to build an elite OL in one draft.

 

I hope he can strike a deal with Howard.

[1959Colts]

 

College:	Northern Iowa

 

Height:	6 ft 7 in
Weight:	330 lb

[Valpo2004]

Not a bad idea.  

[Smonroe]

He also played some G, so he’s versatile.   Lot of injury history.

 

Looks like he’d be decent depth at worse.  I like having experienced guys as the OTs. 

[jimmy g]

2017 PFF Grades

They rate him High Quality Run and Pass

 

He'd have to change numbers, tho. 77 is retired. (Jim Parker)

 

 

Overall	71.6	#36 T
Run Block
Pass Block

[1959Colts]

 

Reading the comments from this Raven Blog. The consensus seems to say Howard is a good OT.

However, Baltimore is strapped against the salary cap, and have several younger players waiting in the wings.

 

Should the Ravens release OT Austin Howard? 

https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2018/3/12/17110202/ravens-release-ot-austin-howard-james-hurst-lardarius-webb-free-agency-nico-siragusa-marshal-yan

[Coltsman1788]

Sounds like solid depth if we can get him. 

[HOF19]

Been waiting for 7 weeks for something worth commenting on . (Too much nonsense ) ( Not this board but the 11000 NFL rumors on the internet ) Signing this guy does seem like a worthwhile idea and here in my area of the world NY/NJ Media being envious of Colts situation in this Draft 2nd round amount of picks wise .

[Gigc]

He's started everywhere he's played over the years, including all 16 games for the Ravens last year.

Man, if we could settle down at RT that would be AWESOME. 

[Yoshinator]

Howard is a guy I recognize and he's pretty decent. Haven't seen him play much, but I believe he is a guy who could make the 53, and be a solid spot starter at RT. I still would prefer we draft a RT though in the first 3 rounds to compete with him. I would also be happy with Brandon Parker on day 3 as well to compete at RT as I think he could be one of the best players to go on Saturday.

[AZColt11]

I don't see this as a starter unless they don't find anybody in the draft.  I feel like this would be a depth signing but they are REALLY hoping somebody good is there in round 2 like a Tyrell Crosby or Kolton Miller.  This is plan B IMHO.

[gnet550]

Howard has been a serviceable starter throughout his career.  He would be a nice stop gap for a couple of years. It would allow us to spend more picks on Defense and such in the draft, which is where I think focus needs to be.  

 

A starting line of-

 

Castanzo- LT

Mewhort- LG

Kelly- C

Haeg/ draft pick- RG

Howard-RT

 

Would be pretty solid IMHO

[pgt_rob]

I'd bring in as many offensive linemen that I could if I were Ballard. Because you know you're going to lose almost half to injury and roster cuts. Might as well take a long look at as many guys as you can before the season officially starts.

[IndyD4U]

 Solid

[Indy1996]

43 minutes ago, gnet550 said:

Howard has been a serviceable starter throughout his career.  He would be a nice stop gap for a couple of years. It would allow us to spend more picks on Defense and such in the draft, which is where I think focus needs to be.  

 

A starting line of-

 

Castanzo- LT

Mewhort- LG

Kelly- C

Haeg/ draft pick- RG

Howard-RT

 

Would be pretty solid IMHO

I would rather have slauson at RG then haeg

[lollygagger8]

Make 'er hap'n Cap'n! 

[bleevit]

He is not that old for O-line. Foot speed goes before strength and O-line players tend to have more longevity. Like everyone else the key is availability. If he can stay on the field he'll contribute.

[DougDew]

I hope he gets a Herremans' like contract and not much more.

[dgambill]

Lots of injuries in his past but he is probably the best free agent tackle we could expect on the market right now. Been more than serviceable in his time in Baltimore. I’d be happy with the signing and gives us options in the draft.

[gnet550]

12 hours ago, Indy1996 said:

I would rather have slauson at RG then haeg

I actually forgot about him...you win

[needanoline63]

On 4/9/2018 at 6:03 PM, Douzer said:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_Howard

UDFA Eagles 2010

PS Jets 2011

Became a Starter with Jets in 2012

Signed a 5 year deal with Raiders 2014 (RT)

IR 2015 - Knee

Missed Games 2016 - Ankle

Signed 3 year deal with Ravens (RT)

Waived as a cap casualty from Ravens 2018

Age 31

 

 

So ya let’s not sign him

[Valpo2004]

Any updates on this.  Is he taking any other visits?