Colts watching the waiver wire?
by BigBlueShoe on Aug 31, 2009 4:50 PM EDT
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Contrary to popular myth, Bill Polian does indeed sign free agents. He just doesn't do so in March, when supposedly "marquee" players are looking for big paydays, like Albert Haynesworth did recently. No, the time when Bill Polian typically signs free agents is early September. This is when Big Bill looks over the waiver wire, finds someone a team probably should not have cut, and snatches the players up faster than a rabid hawk can snare a blind field mouse.
We've seen Bill Polian pluck up players like Dan Klecko, Rocky Boiman, Daniel Muir, Justin Forsett, and Ryan Lilja in year's past. These guys might not be household names, but they are the kinds of players that can help a team win football games. In the case of Klecko, Boiman, and Lilja, these guys helped the Colts win a Super Bowl. Muir currently is a primary reserve on the defensive line, and Forsett was claimed last season only to be cut again because of injuries to other players. Forsett is back with the Seahawks, and is a significant part of their running back rotation and special teams.
With the economy in the crapper and the prospect of an uncapped year looming, clubs are less and less likely to retain high priced veteran players unless they are marquee players. This means there is the potential for somewhat well-known players, like Seattle's Deion Branch, to find themselves cut from their clubs. In Branch's case, check out this article from The News Tribune:
So far, T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Nate Burleson, Deion Branch and Deon Butler are likely in, with Courtney Taylor, Ben Obomanu and Jordan Kent fighting for the last couple of spots.
Or perhaps Branch could be on his way out.
The veteran will make $5 million this season to be Seattle’s third receiver and the Seahawks have a lot of depth at the position. So they may live with five receivers and let Branch go to keep a player at a different position.
You all might recall that Branch was the MVP of Super Bowl 39 back when he played for the Patriots. He left New England via free agency in 2006, and has struggled to stay healthy while he has played for the Seahawks.
It's somewhat shocking that Branch has lost his starting job to the "immortal" Nate Burleson, and $5 million is an awful lot to spend on a third WR. While I doubt the Colts would make a play for Branch (even though he bought a home recently in Indiana), it gives you a bit of an idea as to the caliber of players who might get cut in the comes days and weeks.
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Everyone decides to cut some offensive tackles!
by Colts Syndrome on Aug 31, 2009 5:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007
by peytonsthebest on Aug 31, 2009 5:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LTs
The Seahawks have this scrub LT, Walter Jones or something like that. The way Paul Allen’s investments are going, he’ll probably be cut in a cost savings move. He won’t push CJ out of the first team, but a good pickup for depth, anyway, right?
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by Bobman on Sep 1, 2009 12:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Deion Branch was never that good.
He blew up the Super Bowl and thats about it.
Yes, I’m still bitter for last years FF.
by slash196 on Aug 31, 2009 5:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dexter Jackson?
Cut by TB today. Could be the PR/KR that is lacking. One of the fastest guys in ‘08 draft. Don’t think the Colts want to carry 5 WRs, but don’t think they want to keep TJ Rushing as just a return man either.
by GonzoBlue on Aug 31, 2009 5:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dexter Jackson
I believe he was featured in a “Who the Hell Will They Draft?” post back before the 08 draft. I would rather have Jackson over Rushing to be honest.
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by Colts Homer on Aug 31, 2009 5:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That cut surprised me
I wouldn’t mind seeing him get a shot.
As for Branch, DO NOT WANT. Dude’s injury prone and nothing overly special when healthy.
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by MrNFL on Aug 31, 2009 6:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know the sentiments
about Branch around here. He’s a former Pat (aka enemy), went through a prima donna stage, and then become injury prone (karma…ouch) and has produced little in seattle. But then again, it’s Seattle.
But the dude was one of the top slot receivers in the league. He single handedly carried the Pats offensive juggernaut in two super bowl wins. He could not be touched. Don’t know why all the hatred towards his game, but when he was in Foxborough, he was like a black Wes Welker (never thought I would ever type those words). And Brady loved him, which means I am on the same page as Brady with exactly one thing.
Of course, I am subjective in this thinking. I am a Louisville resident and huge UofL fan and he was one of the two best receivers I ever saw play at UofL (other is Harry Douglas, who is obviously awesome). I know those of you who don’t follow UofL football and comfort themselves with more traditional schools (I can relate as I am also a huge ND fan) probably are saying, “Best at U of L? Who cares? That’s like being the tallest midget.” But believe it or not, U of L did have a powerhouse offense at one time. And when he left, all of the sudden the offense was pretty crappy. Then Petrino came, got it back together, then left for the falcons and bolted mid season by leaving a note, which is generally what you do after an awkward one night stand, blah, blah, blah.
All I’m saying is don’t tease me about my favorite players from other teams joining the Colts. I know we don’t need him and everyone we have now is as good or better, but still. I would buy that jersey. Rant over. Talk amongst yourselves and feel free to make fun of me.
by npb1985 on Aug 31, 2009 7:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He single handedly carried the Pats offensive juggernaut in two super bowl wins.
?
by KingRichard on Aug 31, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whoops
Good catch. I meant to reword that because the Pats were not an offensive powerhouse until Moss and Welker came. They were a good offensive team, but their defense was the key to those super bowl wins. That and some kicker. But you’ll have to forgive me there, that really made no sense. Not one of my more well thought out comments. Oh well.
by npb1985 on Aug 31, 2009 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tom Brady married Gisele.
So, while I don’t agree with you on bringing in Branch (too expensive, not a clear and necessary upgrade over what we’ve got), I think we can ALL agree on Gisele.
So, that would be two things.
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by MonkeyBusiness on Aug 31, 2009 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agree on what?
That she has a hot body but a face like a man?
by willyduer on Aug 31, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stop saying stuff I agree with.
MAN FACE!
by KingRichard on Sep 1, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope.
From a female’s perspective, I thought Bridget Moynahan was much more attractive.
"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007
by peytonsthebest on Sep 1, 2009 11:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK.
That’s a little weird.
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Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: I don't want this guy to get anywhere near me.
by Cassieper on Sep 1, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey!
A woman is perfectly capable of appreciating another woman without going there!! ;-)
Boys.
"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007
by peytonsthebest on Sep 1, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is, of course, recognizable in high school
as jealousy, character assasination and sucking up. lol
"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007
by peytonsthebest on Sep 1, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Branch couldn’t hold Collie’s jock atm imo. The guy is is more injury prone than Bob Sanders and Joseph Addai COMBINED.
Pass.
by KingRichard on Aug 31, 2009 10:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don’t know about that… Collie hasn’t played a single snap of real NFL football yet. Hard to say he’s better than an established player, even though it’s an easy decision on which to have on the team, given age, cost, health, etc.
by willyduer on Aug 31, 2009 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Um....
I doubt that. Let’s see what Collie does in a real game before declaring that statement. As for more injury prone than Bob and Joe combined? For that to be true, I think Branch would have to be in a wheel chair. He wasn’t injury prone until he got to Seattle.
by npb1985 on Aug 31, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, full disclosure about Seattle
Most lawns out here are half moss. When mine sprouts mushrooms, I cut back on the irrigation. In winter (8 months long), most patios and decks grow a layer of slick mildew/algae/mold that is like teflon—walk on it in the wet (also 8 months long) at your own risk. Ask my left elbow and a serving bowl wedding gift that we no longer have. So if Branch takes a step outside between Sept and May without crampons, snowshoes, and one of those padded body-suits attack dog trainers wear, well, he’s taking his life in his hands. And if that doesn’t do him in, he’s likely to be run down by a crazed cyclist who apparently owns the road. Seattle is a dangerous place, I tell ya.
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by Bobman on Sep 1, 2009 12:45 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
2 positions to be scoured for waiver wire - 5th WR & Practice Squad OT
The Colts do not have a quality 5th WR, so I seriously think they will go with only 4 WRs, something they have not done in a while.
I would like to wait till Sept.5 and see if Roscoe Parrish is available, so we kill 2 birds with 1 stone – a 5th wideout and a dynamic return man. We may have to give up a 4th rounder for him but I think the positives are huge if we make that trade with the Bills.
His salary cap numbers are reasonable as well (as seen below):
[url]http://nfl.fanhouse.com/2007/12/15/buffalo-bills-extend-special-teams-ace-roscoe-parrish/[/url]
2009 – $1.5 mil. signing bonus (Bills are on the hook for this amount), $1 mil. base salary
2010 – $1.25 mil. base salary, $500K roster bonus
2011 – $1.25 mil. base salary, $500K roster bonus
Next, I was thinking maybe grab an OT from the waiver wire and place him on the PS in case we need him if CJ or Ugoh or Diem gets injured.
Here are some thoughts:
Phil Trautwein, an UDFA OT with the Rams. He is from Florida and his stock dropped due to a foot injury, he was on the All-SEC-First-Team, so he has played real good competition. But you do have to ask yourself, if he did not make the Rams squad that needs O-line help, what does that say about him?:)
Based on this, he might be let go.
[url]http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/6697/numbers-games-rams-roster-in-perspective[/url]
Another team that drafts well and has good talent on its lines is the Ravens. Joe Reitz, one of their OTs, may be cut and this guy has played a year in the NFL.
This guy is very interesting, he is from Indianapolis and was groomed as a TE to begin with and changed to an OT because he was athletic enough to play that.
[url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Reitz[/url]
[url]http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1618676[/url]
No matter who we get, it will be a developmental guy. But we are only looking for PS material. We have a plethora of guards for PS material, I just want an OT in case the injury situation ever gets bad. Plus, Michael Toudouze we had is no longer PS eligible, if I am right. I did like the fact that they tried out Federkeil at LT the other day against the Lions 2nd stringers, he seemed to do fine, so maybe the Colts staff is not concerned, who knows.
by chad72 on Sep 1, 2009 11:25 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
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