Survivor I - Indianapolis Colts Commentary

NOTE: this draft was completed on 7/24

Positives - On the surface, the Colts appeared to be a poor defense last season, allowing staggering amounts of points to opposing offenses. But quietly they placed third overall in takeaways and sacks. That’s steady output folks. Indy faces 6 easy opponents this season, with only 1 tough game, making this a possible defensive steal.

Negatives - With most of the money going to offense, the Colts D is a hodgepodge of pedestrian players. With their points allowed, you aren’t going to get shut out points any time soon. The Colts special team is also far from special, so don’t expect many TDs this season.

Draft Strategy - My plan at these next two back-to-back picks was to grab a good defensive combo. From the start, I planned to combine the Colts and Vikings’ schedules. Looking at the strength of schedule, the Vikings have 7 easy games and only 2 difficult. The Colts have 6 great match ups and only 1 hard game. Their schedules overlapped very well. Unfortunately, the Vikings went a few picks earlier and I was scrambling to find a replacement. I still took the Colts and will analyze another D to take when it comes back to me in 23 picks.