Colts Rule Pierre Garcon Out For Broncos Game, Sign Blair White From Practice Squad

by Brad Wells on Sep 25, 2010 9:04 PM EDT in 2010 Colts News

INDIANAPOLIS IN - AUGUST 15: Blair White #15 of the Indianapolis Colts runs with the ball during the preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 15 2010 in Indianapolis Indiana. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

At a time when many of us are taking shots at Anthony Gonzalez's inability to stay healthy, the man who took Gonzo's starting job from him is having injury problems of his own. According to ESPN's Paul Kuharsky (via Twitter), Colts wide receiver Pierre Garçon has been ruled out for tomorrow's game against the Broncos.

Going into the game, the Colts only had three health wide receivers. With Garçon now out, Indianapolis only had Reggie Wayne and Austin Collie available. While Dallas Clark and Jacob Tamme have wide receiving skills at the tight end position, they do not have the skills to consistently play on the outside should something happen to Wayne or Collie during a game.

To help with the situation, the Colts signed pre-season phenom Blair White off the practice squad. White was the Colts' most consistent receiver in pre-season. His twelve catches lead the team. At 6'2, 205 pounds, he also provides a big target for Peyton Manning. To make room on the active roster for White, the Colts placed linebacker and special teams performer Ramon Humber on the waived-injured list. Humber has a fractured hand, which he had surgery on earlier this week. Unless someone claims him off the waived-injured list, Humber will go to Injured Reserve, ending his 2010 season.

PFT provides additional info, saying that Clint Session and Brandon King have been ruled 'OUT' as well. This likely means Kavell Conner will start again for Session. DaJuan Morgan could see his first action for the Colts on special teams, replacing King.

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We'll miss Pierre's blocking

he must have been hurt last week since he was only targeted twice. This is White’s big chance. Can he Wally Pipp Garcon or Gonzo?

by smonroe on Sep 25, 2010 10:47 PM EDT reply actions

Well, so much for all of our celebration in the preseason about how healthy the team was this year.

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by E.M.H. on Sep 25, 2010 11:46 PM EDT reply actions

He also got picked up from MY practice squad

He’s getting the start on my fantasy team. Hello sleeper breakout!

by slash196 on Sep 26, 2010 12:00 AM EDT reply actions

Blair is actually a pretty good blocker if I remember correctly

and then he’ll be a really good option for Manning. He knows how to get open, and could have a big day should Manning decide to throw to him.

I’d also look for a TON of the two TE set with Brody being used as a receiver.

by 18to87 on Sep 26, 2010 12:21 AM EDT reply actions

This could mean, Hughes will be activated

With 2 LBers out, there is a need on ST coverage units.

by Ty46 on Sep 26, 2010 4:43 AM EDT reply actions

Nice writeup, Brad.

I’m exciting about White getting his chance. It wouldn’t surprise me at all to see 18 target him often and for Blair to catch everything thrown his way. Could be a big day for the rookie.

And already I’m wondering how it will work when Gonzo comes back and White is cut to make room for Chick or Reitz or whomever. Will the Colts be able to keep him or will he be claimed off waivers? So while i’m excited that one of my favorite Spartans of all time will be getting this shot today, I’m already worried he won’t be a Colt much longer.

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by teej813 on Sep 26, 2010 8:36 AM EDT reply actions

Gonzo

I don’t think anyone needs to be cut when Gonzo gets back. Gonzo isn’t on PUP or anything. Humber was cut to make room for White.

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by Brad Wells on Sep 26, 2010 9:13 AM EDT up reply actions

I understand they wouldn't have to cut White to make room for Gonzo and Garcon...

because they’re both simply inactive. What i worry about is the coaches feeling they need the depth at LB or OL and choosing to cut White once the receiving corps is back to full strength.

But i’m getting waaaaaayy ahead of myself here, bro’. Who knows what the roster will look like by the time Gonzo is ready to come back? Not me… I just hope White gets a fair shot at showing what he can do, cause the kid was electric at MSU.

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by teej813 on Sep 26, 2010 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions

I don't think he will be cut while Gonzo is out.

He has a few weeks to convince the coaches.

by Ty46 on Sep 26, 2010 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Hope you're right.

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by teej813 on Sep 26, 2010 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions

+Blair +Spartans

MSU has had a good season so far, right teej. And Blair will get several looks from Peyton today, and even score a TD. That would be milestone for him? Did you see the article on the Michigan State site earlier this year about Blair getting an academic award? I can’t remember the specifics, but Blair is really looking like the Colts player of the future. Smart, hard working, football centric and dedicated to the team. GO COLTS

by coltsfoot85 on Sep 26, 2010 11:24 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Agreed.

And yes, I know that lots of successful college players fail miserably at the pro level. But you’re right that Blair is the right ‘type’ for the Colts.

I apologize (again) for my blatant MSU homerism, but this kid could really be something special. I’m jazzed he’s getting a chance to show what he can do; I just hope 18 targets him.

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by teej813 on Sep 26, 2010 12:25 PM EDT up reply actions