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Following the first wave of NFL free agency, what was Pro Football Focus' favorite free agent move for the Indianapolis Colts?
Unlike last offseason, there are actual options to consider this year for the Colts after GM Chris Ballard made two splash signings on the first day of the NFL's legal tampering period, signing Charvarius Ward and Cam Bynum.
But when it comes to what Mason Cameron of PFF thought, he thought the Ward signing was the Colts' best move.
"Ward profiles well in new defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo’s zone scheme and should boost this coverage unit while playing alongside Kenny Moore and new signing Camryn Bynum," wrote Cameron.
Ward is just one year removed from being an All Pro, but going beyond the production and accolades, Ward should be a really good fit for Lou Anarumo's scheme.
In this more aggressive system under Anarumo, Ward's ability to be left on an island and play press coverage is going to be quite valuable when it comes to getting the most out of this scheme.
In a defense where versatility, aggressiveness, and the ability to disguise coverages will all be more vital elements with Anarumo at the helm, Ward can fill the do-it-all role as needed.
“I can press, I can tackle, I can play off, I can travel with the best receivers,” Ward said. “I feel like I can do it all as a corner. My game is versatile. I just feel like I’m a CB No. 1 – a great cornerback.”
GM Chris Ballard said after the 2024 season that the play in the secondary had to improve. Since then, he has prioritized bolstering that unit, which includes signing Ward and Bynum, bringing in Corey Ballentine for experienced depth, and hiring Anarumo, whose coaching background is rooted in the defensive backfield, not to mention that his secondaries in Cincinnati were often productive.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts free agency: Charvarius Ward signing was PFF's 'favorite' move
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Unlike last offseason, there are actual options to consider this year for the Colts after GM Chris Ballard made two splash signings on the first day of the NFL's legal tampering period, signing Charvarius Ward and Cam Bynum.
But when it comes to what Mason Cameron of PFF thought, he thought the Ward signing was the Colts' best move.
"Ward profiles well in new defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo’s zone scheme and should boost this coverage unit while playing alongside Kenny Moore and new signing Camryn Bynum," wrote Cameron.
Ward is just one year removed from being an All Pro, but going beyond the production and accolades, Ward should be a really good fit for Lou Anarumo's scheme.
In this more aggressive system under Anarumo, Ward's ability to be left on an island and play press coverage is going to be quite valuable when it comes to getting the most out of this scheme.
In a defense where versatility, aggressiveness, and the ability to disguise coverages will all be more vital elements with Anarumo at the helm, Ward can fill the do-it-all role as needed.
“I can press, I can tackle, I can play off, I can travel with the best receivers,” Ward said. “I feel like I can do it all as a corner. My game is versatile. I just feel like I’m a CB No. 1 – a great cornerback.”
GM Chris Ballard said after the 2024 season that the play in the secondary had to improve. Since then, he has prioritized bolstering that unit, which includes signing Ward and Bynum, bringing in Corey Ballentine for experienced depth, and hiring Anarumo, whose coaching background is rooted in the defensive backfield, not to mention that his secondaries in Cincinnati were often productive.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts free agency: Charvarius Ward signing was PFF's 'favorite' move
Continue reading...
