Colts claim Ameer Speed off waivers

[1959Colts]

https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/colts-claim-ameer-speed-off-waivers

 

Colts claim Ameer Speed off waivers

 

I saw where NE had cut this guy, trying to sneak him through on waivers, and now the Colts have signed him.

 

...They waived wide receiver Amari Rodgers in a corresponding move.

New England drafted Speed in the sixth round out of Michigan State this spring, and he is the first rookie in the team’s Class of 2023 to be cut. The Patriots could have re-signed Speed to the practice squad if he had cleared waivers.

In five games, Speed has played 10 defensive snaps and 73 on special teams. He has two tackles on defense and one on special teams.

[cdgacoltsfan]

Is he fast?

[1959Colts]

8 minutes ago, cdgacoltsfan said:

Is he fast?

4.33

https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2023/04/who-is-ameer-speed-patriots-land-fast-core-special-teamer-in-sixth-round.html

[richard pallo]

Funny thing is that the player we cut, Amari Rodgers, was the receiver who went in for Pierce last week when he got hurt.  And he was called up from the practice squad before the game.  Anyone else think Ballard might be trying to acquire a WR before the deadline?  Heck maybe he already has a deal in place.  

[w87r]

11 minutes ago, richard pallo said:

And he was called up from the practice squad before the game.

Rodgers had been on the 53 Man roster since October 3rd. He wasn't called up from the practice squad before the game.

[richard pallo]

Just now, w87r said:

Rodgers had been on the 53 Man roster since October 3rd. He wasn't called up from the practice squad before the game.

I thought I read differently.  No matter.  He was expendable and he was the backup for Pierce.

[1959Colts]

10 minutes ago, richard pallo said:

Funny thing is that the player we cut, Amari Rodgers, was the receiver who went in for Pierce last week when he got hurt.  And he was called up from the practice squad before the game.  Anyone else think Ballard might be trying to acquire a WR before the deadline?  Heck maybe he already has a deal in place.  

We did just sign Juwann Winfree again yesterday, who I think (at this point) is the replacement for Rogers. Also points to Pierce not being too seriously injured. So, I would say, I'm not convinced Ballard has some eminent deal in place.

 

[GoColts8818]

Well the last guy with the name Speed worked out.  Why not.

[richard pallo]

1 minute ago, 1959Colts said:

We did just sign Juwann Winfree again yesterday, who I think (at this point) is the replacement for Rogers. Also points to Pierce not being too seriously injured. So, I would say, I'm not convinced Ballard has some eminent deal in place.

 

Didn’t see the signing.  Was it to the active roster or practice squad?  It really doesn’t matter I guess.  Neither one scares any defenses.  I don’t know if Ballard has a deal in place either.  But our backup wide receivers appear to be a revolving door.

[1959Colts]

5 minutes ago, GoColts8818 said:

Well the last guy with the name Speed worked out.  Why not.

I also think back several years, to the signing of Kenny Moore, who Ballard similarly scoffed up, when  Belichick tried to slip him through on waivers

 

3 minutes ago, richard pallo said:

Didn’t see the signing.  Was it to the active roster or practice squad?  It really doesn’t matter I guess.  Neither one scares any defenses.  I don’t know if Ballard has a deal in place either.  But our backup wide receivers appear to be a revolving door.

Active roster I believe.

[Restinpeacesweetchloe]

22 minutes ago, richard pallo said:

Funny thing is that the player we cut, Amari Rodgers, was the receiver who went in for Pierce last week when he got hurt.  And he was called up from the practice squad before the game.  Anyone else think Ballard might be trying to acquire a WR before the deadline?  Heck maybe he already has a deal in place.  

Rodgers I believe was signed to the 53 a couple weeks ago.

4 minutes ago, richard pallo said:

Didn’t see the signing.  Was it to the active roster or practice squad?  It really doesn’t matter I guess.  Neither one scares any defenses.  I don’t know if Ballard has a deal in place either.  But our backup wide receivers appear to be a revolving door.

Active roster 

[Archer]

1 hour ago, 1959Colts said:

We did just sign Juwann Winfree again yesterday, who I think (at this point) is the replacement for Rogers. Also points to Pierce not being too seriously injured. So, I would say, I'm not convinced Ballard has some eminent deal in place.

 

Yeah, our stacking of WRs on the active roster made me wonder if we wanted to start funneling some snaps away from Pierce.  See if someone else can get more production at that flanker spot…

[ProblChld32]

He’s an athletic freak, 6-3 210 pounds and runs a 4.34 forty. His tape is very underwhelming tho, he doesn’t look very physical and lacks willingness to tackle. Has somewhat fluid movement from what I can see. Very Raw. Definitely a project player will likely see special team reps. Would’ve like Darius Rush back tho atleast he is familiar with the defensive scheme.

[Indyfan4life]

I’m pretty sure I also read he was the sack leader coming out of college. If he can blitz and play man, then I’m happy. 

[Hawkeyecolt]

3 hours ago, richard pallo said:

Funny thing is that the player we cut, Amari Rodgers, was the receiver who went in for Pierce last week when he got hurt.  And he was called up from the practice squad before the game.  Anyone else think Ballard might be trying to acquire a WR before the deadline?  Heck maybe he already has a deal in place.  

They just re-signed Winfree

[Scott Pennock]

I can't say much for the skills as he only became a starter when he transferred to MSU - but the size, speed and length measurements certainly add up.

 

Perhaps our Secondary Coaches see moldable clay in him?

 

I see what they are trying to build - would probably rather have Rush but they obviously cut him for a reason outside of physical abilities as they've had chances to sign him and have signed Darren Hall and Ameer Speed now instead.

 

Brents is 6'3"

 

Speed is 6'3"

 

Jones is 6'2"

 

Flowers is 6'1" (on IR)

 

Baker is 6'1"

 

Hall is 6'0" (On PS)

 

Brown is 6'0"

 

Moore is only 5'9" but his wingspan makes him like 6'6" if I recall correctly.............

 

They are definitely trying to get longer at corner and it seems trying to mx coverages more with press man and zone (mostly) with Jones and Brents on the edges.

 

 

 

[compuls1v3]

4 hours ago, Indyfan4life said:

I’m pretty sure I also read he was the sack leader coming out of college. If he can blitz and play man, then I’m happy. 

"...three starts) at Georgia (2017-21) and compiled 25 tackles (18 solo) and one pass defensed."

 

Seems underwhelming to me.   Hopefully I'm wrong.  I was hoping Jones, the guy they cut Rush, would look better.   Maybe Jones just needs now time. 

 

 

 

 

[compuls1v3]

1 minute ago, Scott Pennock said:

I can't say much for the skills as he only became a starter when he transferred to MSU - but the size, speed and length measurements certainly add up.

 

Perhaps our Secondary Coaches see moldable clay in him?

 

I see what they are trying to build - would probably rather have Rush but they obviously cut him for a reason outside of physical abilities as they've had chances to sign him and have signed Darren Hall and Ameer Speed now instead.

 

Brents is 6'3"

 

Speed is 6'3"

 

Jones is 6'2"

 

Flowers is 6'1" (on IR)

 

Baker is 6'1"

 

Hall is 6'0" (On PS)

 

Brown is 6'0"

 

Moore is only 5'9" but his wingspan makes him like 6'6" if I recall correctly.............

 

They are definitely trying to get longer at corner and it seems trying to mx coverages more with press man and zone (mostly) with Jones and Brents on the edges.

 

 

 

Press man, 5-10 yards off the LOS??? LoL.  I haven't seen it yet 

[Scott Pennock]

2 hours ago, compuls1v3 said:

Press man, 5-10 yards off the LOS??? LoL.  I haven't seen it yet 

They have from time to time. Just have to pay attention.

[Indyfan4life]

6 hours ago, compuls1v3 said:

"...three starts) at Georgia (2017-21) and compiled 25 tackles (18 solo) and one pass defensed."

 

Seems underwhelming to me.   Hopefully I'm wrong.  I was hoping Jones, the guy they cut Rush, would look better.   Maybe Jones just needs now time. 

 

 

 

 

Hmmmm. Could have swore I read something way different? Maybe the info posted was wrong then. 

[holeymoley99]

They could have had him on their radar and when he was picked then went with Jones a few picks later (214 to 221). Still surprised Rush wasnt brought back when Flowers was injured,they really had to not like what they saw and thought he couldnt lose the flaws in his game.

[LJpalmbeacher2]

15 hours ago, cdgacoltsfan said:

Is he fast?

 

I hear he's A SpeedBall. Haha 

[Stephen]

21 hours ago, 1959Colts said:

We did just sign Juwann Winfree again yesterday, who I think (at this point) is the replacement for Rogers. Also points to Pierce not being too seriously injured. So, I would say, I'm not convinced Ballard has some eminent deal in place.

 

He probably  should though

[compuls1v3]

12 hours ago, Indyfan4life said:

Hmmmm. Could have swore I read something way different? Maybe the info posted was wrong then. 

https://www.colts.com/_mobileview/news/ameer-speed-claimed-waivers-defensive-back-cornerback-patriots?mcid=&tags=QX8R7xO%2Cd6Dkb4g%2CdNtMCfg%2CmucUmbQ%2CsX-s-MA%2CfbAllUsers%2CfbHighContentConsumers%2CfbNflSurveyRespondentsContentViewers2023%2CfbUsaDomestic1DayAudience%2C&language_code=en

[compuls1v3]

16 hours ago, Scott Pennock said:

They have from time to time. Just have to pay attention.

Fair enough.  I'll try to pay more attention this game.

[CoachLite]

On 10/20/2023 at 7:34 PM, ProblChld32 said:

He’s an athletic freak, 6-3 210 pounds and runs a 4.34 forty. His tape is very underwhelming tho, he doesn’t look very physical and lacks willingness to tackle. Has somewhat fluid movement from what I can see. Very Raw. Definitely a project player will likely see special team reps. Would’ve like Darius Rush back tho atleast he is familiar with the defensive scheme.

Is the term "project player" the kiss of death to that player's performance? It sure seems like it to me.

[ProblChld32]

9 hours ago, CoachLite said:

Is the term "project player" the kiss of death to that player's performance? It sure seems like it to me.

Just means the guy is raw, isn’t too refined. It’s not meant to disrespect him. 

[Hoose]

We may soon have a starting spot for this guy. Somebody named Baker may be looking for a new job.