Colts release first depth chart

by Aerostar193 on Aug 10, 2009 5:43 PM EDT Comment 24 comments

Few notes:

PUP players were put at the bottom of the depth chart. So please don't go jump off a bridge after seeing Bob Sanders listed as a third-stringer.
Antonio Johnson is the starter at NT over Daniel Muir. This shouldn't come as much of a surprise, considering most of us were very high on Mookie during the offseason to win the job. Whether it's Johnson, Muir, or even Taylor, I think the Colts are going to be very comfortable at the position this year. Also, we need to come up with a nickname for DT's now, providing they preform well. The Vikings have the Williams Wall, so what could the Johnsons be? The Juncture? Help me out here.
Robert Mathis has once again been inserted into the starting lineup over Raheem Brock. Personally, I prefer Mathis in a situational pass rusher role, but I doubt it will matter much come game time.
Chad Simpson is listed as the kick returner, ahead of T.J. Rushing. I had him written off my mock roster, but I guess he's going to stick.
Pierre Garcon is listed as the 3rd receiver, but I'm guessing that's subject to change, as is the entire depth chart throughout preseason.

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this might be a good sign for ugoh

seeing bob at the end of the depth chart. I understand he is on PUP and that is a different situation when compared to Ugohs, but I still think it might be something postive.

by metal_militia on Aug 10, 2009 6:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Johnson-Johnson Gap Nickname

The Johnson Joint?

Yep. Resorting to weed humor.

by hoosierdore on Aug 10, 2009 6:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Resorting to the dick joke

“Our Johnsons are bigger than yours.”

by ctnyc on Aug 10, 2009 6:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

The BIG JOHNSONS

Defense is more important than breathing.

by BetterD on Aug 10, 2009 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

The Johnson Juxtaposition

THEY’RE EVERY FRESHMAN COMPOSITION PROFESSOR’S WORST NIGHTMARE!!!! Mwahahahahaha

by CooperManningsNotTrying on Aug 11, 2009 12:44 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs

Things that I think will change

I’m mad that Moala isn’t starting. He’s a rookie, but I think he’s got more upside than any other DT on the team. Except maybe Ed Johnson.

Roy Hall is ahead of Austin Collie? He must’ve done something amazing during Training Camp.

Chad Simpson is ahead of Lance Ball. And he’s returning kicks. I think collie and powers should have the KR job.

Gijon ahead of Tamme at the H-B spot. AND he’s ahead of Santi at the TE spot? what did he DO in training camp?

by Colts_and_Cavs_in_09! on Aug 10, 2009 6:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

The first depth chart

Is usually injury/status related.

That is they usually put the vets to the top of the chart out of respect.

by furrycolt on Aug 10, 2009 7:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Why not more comments on this?

If it’s injury/status-related, maybe we’re only looking at how everyone ended the last season, with rookies and injuries added below? I know BBS thinks if they had no faith in Ugoh after last season they’d have drafted a rookie LT, but maybe it was decided at the end of last year that Charlie had worked hard enough to merit getting that spot in the offseason, and Ugoh would have to get it back in camp, which he couldn’t do until CJ got back…this is wishful thinking, isn’t it…

by CooperManningsNotTrying on Aug 11, 2009 12:51 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs

only a first draft

Remember this is only a first draft for the final team. I don’t think this means much at the moment. I am surprised at a number of the placings on the depth chart. None of this means much I think until they have seen how these guys do in preseason. Practice field is one thing, game day is another.

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by bluegirl on Aug 10, 2009 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Hope to see a lot out of Jarraud Powers, namely to not have Tim Jennings as a second stringer.

by goodlucksaturday on Aug 10, 2009 8:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Jennings

was brilliant as last year went on. I’d be happy if Jennings was the nickleback this year.

by furrycolt on Aug 10, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I don't know

If I’d call what he did brilliant, but he had a couple of moments. But then again, you could probably just call me a Jennings hater. I have never cared for his style of play even though I remember the interception he had against Pittsburgh (right?) almost swayed me, but while I can’t recall the play(s) exactly, there was something he did later in the year that just solidified my distaste for him. I’d rather not have to watch him very often this year.

by goodlucksaturday on Aug 10, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

He made alot of mistakes

and drew several penalties during crucial moments during several games last year. Very frustrating. I will reserve judgement until this year, but I can completely understand where you’re coming from.

"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007

by peytonsthebest on Aug 11, 2009 10:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

drink your milk, eat your cookies, and put your heads down on your desks . . . . . .

We just began our second week of camp. Relax. Stuff will sort itself out and cream will for sure rise to the top.

by oldecoltsfan on Aug 10, 2009 8:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

+1

"I'm looking for Ray Finkle....and a clean pair of shorts."

by AceOfSpades on Aug 10, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I guess I still don't understand the difference between FanPosts and FanShots

Not that I want or need the credit, I just had posted a FanShot about this prior to the FanPost. Sorry for using the wrong tool.

by GoHorse88 on Aug 10, 2009 9:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

How I see it

If you have enough to actually say to meet the required length it’s a fanpost. If it’s just a link, video or quote that you don’t have much to add off the top of your head it’s a fanshot.

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by shake n bake on Aug 10, 2009 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Got it

So it has more to do with content than context. Thanks for the clarification!

by GoHorse88 on Aug 10, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oops, sorry

Didn’t see it. I thought for a second I was first to post it, and I just wanted to add my 2 cents. My bad.

by Aerostar193 on Aug 10, 2009 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

One never has to apologize

when one has the most awesome avitar ever! =-)

"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007

by peytonsthebest on Aug 11, 2009 10:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Agreed, Rivers looks like the Joker.

"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino

by Indy Lori on Aug 11, 2009 10:55 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

No harm, no foul

As long as people see it

by GoHorse88 on Aug 10, 2009 11:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Nickname suggestion:

Law Firm.

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Man, I need a life...

Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: Cursed players this year (via my autograph curse): Donald Brown, Fili Moala, Jerraud Powers, Austin Collie, Terrence Taylor, and Curtis Painter.

by Cassieper on Aug 11, 2009 2:27 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs