Any Colts fan will think this idiotic, but missing the playoffs could be a good thing for Peyton Manning and Co.
Losing may not be bad for Colts
It’s more clear than ever that the Colts are Peyton Manning and little else – particularly on the defensive and offensive lines.
The Colts have been picking in the 20s of the first round since 2003 when the team took Dallas Clark 24th overall. While Clark was a hit, the Colts haven't had as much first round success with Marlin Jackson, Joseph Addai, Anthony Gonzalez, Donald Brown and Jerry Hughes.
Addai and Gonzalez have been good but prone to injury. The team let Jackson walk after last season. Brown and Hughes are largely unproven.
If the Colts miss the playoffs, they would pick somewhere in the teens. In a year that is stacked at defensive line, the Colts could add someone like Jurrell Casey or Stephen Paea to get a better rush.
Or the Colts could go cornerback in the first round with Janoris Jenkins or Brandon Harris.
It’s clear the Colts need at least two offensive linemen and there should be a tackle in the second round.
Regardless of who the Colts pick, it’s clear the team needs an influx of talent. Otherwise, seasons like this one will become more frequent.
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