Taj Smith?

by EddieDean on Nov 6, 2009 1:59 PM EST Comment 22 comments

I loved Taj Smith after watching him sell out for catches in training camp and a bit in pre-season as well. With a number of injuries opening up roster spots, Gonzo injured for another few weeks, questions about Garcon and Baskett's abilities to catch the ball, any chance we bring up Smith from the PS? Or Giguere, for that matter.

Is there anyone else we should be bringing up from the PS to fill those empty spots?

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I'm hoping Polian goes defense

We have Baskett, who if he could get his stickum applied properly, could be a solid contributor at WR.

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 2:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I don't know why

they didn’t bring up Smith right away. He’s in the system and has hands, unlike some others.

What we need right now is defensive backs. Anyone from the PS or preseason we can call up?

by slash196 on Nov 6, 2009 2:03 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

special teams

The circumstances around Baskett’s release were strange, in that everyone seems to know it would have been Reggie Brown if not for the money the Eagles owed him. It’s possible he’s a talent that should not have been available two weeks into the season, and just after the Colts had lost a starting WR. But I also think Baskett had a reputation as a good special teamer, which was the immediate need if Garçon was going into the starting lineup.

If and when Taj Smith gets called up, I think we can write off Gonzo for good in ’09.

by Louisville Soul Train on Nov 6, 2009 2:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

With the mounting injuries

to the secondary, I expect the Colts to focus on bringing up or bringing in secondary players, not WR’s.

The truth is despite the lingering injury to Gonzo, we still have 4 WR’s that are capable of playing not to mention Dallas Clark.

The concern I would have is what happens if one of our current DB’s gets hurt not named Sanders, Hayden, and Jackson…. all of whom have been pretty much out most of the year anyhow..

by DevilsReject on Nov 6, 2009 2:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

OR we could do something crazy like........

Bring back Edge.

6-2, 185

by brown11b on Nov 6, 2009 2:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

There are two roster spots left

One will most certenly be used for a corner or safety. The other will likely be used for the same thing, but Im hoping its used for edge instead

by metal_militia on Nov 6, 2009 2:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I still contend only 1 will be available once Sanders is IRd

Cody Glenn was quietly brought up on November 4th (to replace Hagler), and Thomas was signed to replace Jackson.

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 2:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

yea glenn was brought up for backup for wheeler at LB

GO COLTS!!! 09 IS OURS!!!

by ANGELSFAITH on Nov 6, 2009 2:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I can't help but think about having Edge back.

The thing is, we have so many other needs. But I would love it if he came back.
I’m torn.

"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
"As I grow older, the list of people who can kiss my ass grows longer"-Ancient Hoosier Proverb.

by Indy Lori on Nov 6, 2009 2:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

"I'm torn"

Have you seen Dr. Andrews about that?

/gallows humor

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 2:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Add me to the IR.

For extreme STRESS fracture.

"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
"As I grow older, the list of people who can kiss my ass grows longer"-Ancient Hoosier Proverb.

by Indy Lori on Nov 6, 2009 2:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Sorry, I've got to throw in the ComboBreaker...

If this string of bad puns had continued I may have offed myself after the stress of the last couple days.

"Flying blind on a rocket cycle?" -Vultan, from the movie "Flash Gordon", for no particular reason...

by peytonsurdaddy on Nov 6, 2009 3:54 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Santi

It’s being reported that Tom Santi is taking Sanders’ spot on the roster. Why another TE?

by EddieDean on Nov 6, 2009 4:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

don't like it at all

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 4:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

DB Depth

So we’re looking at Powers, Jennings, Lacey, Bethea, Bullitt, Francisco, and Silva as our depth for Sunday yes? Who’s backing up Wheeler?

by EddieDean on Nov 6, 2009 4:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Keiaho? (sp?)

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 4:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Humber

"Brett Favre was a man who thought he was retired, but he knew it wouldn't last."

by Colts Homer on Nov 7, 2009 12:30 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Just read Phil B.'s story

He expects the Colts to do some roster shuffling next week to address lack of depth at DB. Maybe they figure that they need to activate the next best player who also knows the system (sort of like drafting the best player available).

Does Santi ever play special teams?

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 4:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Ah....

Very good point. Forgot about Santi on Special Teams

by EddieDean on Nov 6, 2009 4:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I was just guessing...

But it’s an honest question – anyone know?

How can you not love a team that does this?

by LovinBlue on Nov 6, 2009 4:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I think he does,

but I’m not sure.

Now a proud annoyance on Stampede Blue, 18to88, Indy Football Report, and Phil B's blog.

Man, I need a life...

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by Cassieper on Nov 6, 2009 11:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Late in the week

They probably just went with the most acclimated guys they could get for this week and will search for dbs next week. They may be planning to run it more vs. Houston, so Santi may be a factor. Don’t think they wanted to waive him earlier, anyway.

by GonzoBlue on Nov 7, 2009 2:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs