2008 Indianapolis Colts Draft Report
February 4th, 2010 by harold555This year the Colts chose the following players to join the dominant NFL team: center Mike Pollak from Arizona, linebacker Phililp Wheeler from Georgia, tight destroy Jacon Tamme from Kentucky, linebacker Marcus Howard from Georgia, tight ruin Tom Santi of Virginia, center Steve Justice of Wake Forest, running relieve Mike Hart, wide receiver Pierre Garcon from Mount Union and center Jamey Richard of Buffalo. How did these draft picks go over with NFL fans?
Mike Pollak has been seen as a productive choice as a center guard, a necessity because of the shortage of starting guards and one that could fit in admirably with the rest of the Colts team. Philip Wheeler was well reviewed, as he is predicted to obtain well in zone playing given his agility. On the other hand, he has been questioned for his abilities in one-on-one coverage. Marcus Howard may be smaller than the average linebacker but he has received rave reviews for his game play and experience. Tom Santi received mixed reviews, as he obviously has the size for success but may be cramped to blocking or goal line situations. Some examine why he was chosen, while others remain confident that he filled an considerable spot.
Steven Justice received generally high marks and without tall risk. Operating a extreme profile at first, he will be groomed for success and eventually fit into the Colts for the long term. Mike Hart was responsible for some impressive feats in college, though he is relatively runt in comparison to other players and not lightning swiftly. He remains untested at a college level for catching and blocking, so it remains to be seen how he will retort to hard interaction as a center. Pierre Garcon also divides fans as his offense remains untested, and his height is below average. However, at the amateur level he managed over 60 catches, 1000 yards and 15 touchdowns. That leaves Jamey Richard as the last select, a top talent at the University at Buffalo, weighing in at 300 pounds, standing 6′4. He could be a welcomed center.
Will these draft picks support to bring the Colts attend to clean Bowl victory? Critics pointed to the team’s defensive problems as well as the need for a stronger cornerback team. However, the draft picks of 2008 have many buzzing about the Colts’ chances this season, not to mention consistently vast performances by returning players like Anthony Gonzalez and Peyton Manning. The Indianapolis Colts are calm a accepted to glean the shipshape Bowl in the early rankings, so don’t bet against them!