NFL Releases Official Free Agent List For 2011

by Brad Wells on Jul 25, 2011 7:00 PM EDT in 2011 Colts News

The NFL has released its official list of restricted and unrestricted free agents for 2011. Per the new CBA, clubs may begin contract negotiations with the players listed in the following categories at 10:00 a.m., New York time, Tuesday, July 26.

Beginning at 6:00 p.m., New York time, on Friday, July 29, clubs may extend Offer Sheets to, or sign, such players, pursuant to the procedures applicable to each category.

For the Colts, the following free agents are listed:

Restricted Free Agents

Eric Foster, DT

Unrestricted Free Agents with four or more accrued seasons

Joseph Addai, RB

Melvin Bullitt, SS

Keyunta Dawson, DE

Aaron Francisco, SS

Tyjuan Hagler, LB

Ken Hamlin, FS

Antonio Johnson, DT

Charlie Johnson, OT

Daniel Muir, DT

Dominic Rhodes, RB

Clint Session, LB

Adam Vinatieri, K

Players with fewer than four accrued seasons who received no Qualifying Offer or no minimum tender from their Old Club

Mike Hart, RB

Mike Richarson, DB

Gijon Robinson, TE

Tom Santi, TE

Jamie Silva, SS

This last category means the Colts do not hold any rights for key players like Hart and Silva. If you are keeping score, this means that most of the running back corps, two starting DTs, the place kicker, and two key safeties are free to sign with other teams.

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We should resign San Fransisco ASAP. Like, before Peyton.

But really, I hope our free agency goes well. I would like to see Mike Hart get another chance, he’s really had some unfortunate injuries.

by icedude on Jul 25, 2011 7:15 PM EDT reply actions

My priority list

1.Joe Addai
2. Melvin Bullitt
3. Charlie Johnson
4. Adam vinitiari
5. Clint Session
6. Antonio Johnson

obviously…can’t have em all.

Mmm-mmmm. That IS a tasty burger.

by BleedingBlueForever on Jul 25, 2011 7:16 PM EDT reply actions

Agree

Also like Hagler but those guys are best to keep considering a short offseason and need to keep continuity and as many veterans as possible.

I don't always drink beer....but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis.

by AceOfSpades on Jul 25, 2011 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions

Nice.

Perfect list. The rest are expendable. Lego!

My blood-type is Colts and FORD blue.

by Stew Blake on Jul 25, 2011 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions

Hagler for vet min is a must, there are not enough bodies at LB

by Ty46 on Jul 26, 2011 6:14 AM EDT up reply actions

Francisco deserves at least a five year deal.

by Joseph* on Jul 25, 2011 7:37 PM EDT reply actions

We MUST resign #4 see Jets playoff game

by PeytonIsGOAT on Jul 25, 2011 8:56 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

Im going to be sad if we lose Session, really like him

hes only 26, and we saw him play really big in some games. Despite the injuries I think he looked better when he was on the field that the previous season. Point is its a shame to see a good talent go, even if Kavell conner did look okay, and Angerer/Brackett both being around gives some options.

by Rossaa on Jul 25, 2011 8:59 PM EDT reply actions

My list

Players that should be signed (and reasons why):
Joseph Addai, RB – unique skill set that benefits Colts offense
Melvin Bullitt, SS – deserves long term deal; if team does not have cap space for stud prospect Melvin is at least a solid, dependable player assuming no major injuries
Tyjuan Hagler, LB – solid backup, potential starting SAM and soild ST player
Antonio Johnson, DT – best run defender on team pending FA acquisition
Charlie Johnson, OT – utility OL player, can substitute any G or T position if needed
Adam Vinatieri, K – coming off a great season, shines under pressure

And players not to be signed (and reasons why)
Keyunta Dawson, DE – very limited pass rush skils, has not proven as a run defender
Daniel Muir, DT – poor run defender – inconsistent overall player
Dominic Rhodes, RB – too many RBs on roster (assuming Addai stays)
Clint Session, LB – okay to let him test the market and bring back at right price. Position in need of upgrade w/ veteran presense

Other:
Aaron Francisco, SS – would like to sign at vet minimum as special teams player and safety depth but is expendable

I don't always drink beer....but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis.

by AceOfSpades on Jul 25, 2011 9:23 PM EDT reply actions

I'm still a little unclear

was the franchise tag kept in the new CBA? Is Peyton franchised?

by mtfearin on Jul 25, 2011 11:46 PM EDT reply actions

My List

1. Melvin Bullitt – We don’t have a quality starter, and I don’t ever wanna see Francisco start ever. Bullitt has held his own for long enough to be given the starting job for at least a season. In my mind, unless Indy actually gets Quintin Mikell, Bullitt is a bigger priority to get signed than Addai.
2. Joseph Addai – He’s a special and unique running back that you don’t see too often, runs well, catches, blocks, complete package.
3. Charlie Johnson – Versatile on the line, can be moved to just about any position other than center.
4. Antonio Johnson – He is the #1 Colts DT at this moment and he was the best last year, he puts Muir and Moala to shame, get Mookie signed and get him his deserved playing time.
5. Clint Session – He’s a quality starter as a OLB, he brings intensity to a team of sleeping beauties. He brings energy to the defense with his play, and good quality veteran presence.
6. Tyjuan Hagler – Great backup SLB, can start if injury occurs, and a great STer.
7. Aaron Francisco – Yea, everyone rips on him, but he’s a solid STer and can backup Melvin Bullitt, just for depth sake.
8. Mention: Eric Foster – He needs to be signed, versatile at DT and DE, he busts his ass on every play and earned him something like 3 sacks and 40 combined tackles coming off the bench, Colts need more blue collar guys like him and Hagler.

Everyone else can go elsewhere, especially Keyunta Dawson and Gijon Robinson. We have enough RBs given Addai is signed so Hart and Rhodes can test free agency. But there’s a high chance you’ll see Mike Hart back at some point since he ALWAYS RESIGNS. I would like to see Tom Santi resign for 1 season just so Tamme has someone coming off the bench cause Eldridge didn’t do too well at TE last year. I would like to see Vinatieri signed but I don’t see that happening with the addition of Brett Swenson last year, he’s a great kicker coming out of college, so that’s up to Colts management to see what’s happening.

by KBUnitz on Jul 26, 2011 12:12 AM EDT reply actions

Ok nevermind, let Santi go, I totally forgot we still had Dallas Clark lol

by KBUnitz on Jul 26, 2011 12:22 AM EDT up reply actions

Manning Status Prevent FA Signings

Will Peyton’s unsigned status prevent FA acquisitions?

"We can't run. We can't pass. We can't stop the run. We can't stop the pass. We can't kick. Other than that, we're just not a very good football team right now." Man it's great to be a Colts fan.

by indylator on Jul 26, 2011 8:40 AM EDT reply actions