Desir

[FatDT]

Maybe I am crazy but I just don't think Desir is THAT good. I'd like him back but I don't see him as some jewel in free agency.

[AlwaysSunnyinIndy]

Originally Posted by FatDT

Maybe I am crazy but I just don't think Desir is THAT good. I'd like him back but I don't see him as some jewel in free agency.

I think Ballard would agree with that. Which is why (barring a last minute change of heart) that he told Desir / his agent to go out and see what he can get on the open market. If the price is not too high, I'm sure Ballard would love to bring him back. But if it is too high, Ballard will look elsewhere.

The only issue is that the CB market doesn't have as deep a pool of free agents compared to the Safety market - some team may overpay.

[Coltsalr]

Originally Posted by FatDT

Maybe I am crazy but I just don't think Desir is THAT good. I'd like him back but I don't see him as some jewel in free agency.

Agreed. Particularly with Quincy Wilson coming on late in the year and with Kenny Moore becoming a pretty decent nickel CB. If Nate Hairston could return to 2017 form they might be set at CB with a respectable group without any need to seek outside help.

Big IF on Hairston, though. I think the Colts draft a CB in the 1st or 2nd round (preferably 2nd for sure) but I agree with you and hardly see Desir as some must-keep (and I agree that if Ballard felt that way that he would do so (in much the same way that he did Hunt/Glowstick).

[Chaka]

While we're talking about CBs in their late 20's, anyone see a chance for a reunion with Rashaan Melvin? Colts made an effort to keep him last offseason, but he wanted crazy money.

I recall lots of people here being upset with Ballard when he left last offseason on a one year deal with the Raiders, but he didn't perform well there and I'm guessing he could now be had for a much more acceptable rate - assuming he didn't burn his bridges here.

[Chromeburn]

Originally Posted by Chaka

While we're talking about CBs in their late 20's, anyone see a chance for a reunion with Rashaan Melvin? Colts made an effort to keep him last offseason, but he wanted crazy money.

I recall lots of people here being upset with Ballard when he left last offseason on a one year deal with the Raiders, but he didn't perform well there and I'm guessing he could now be had for a much more acceptable rate - assuming he didn't burn his bridges here.

Melvin is better as a press corner. Rather bring back Desir who fits this defense better.

[omahacolt]

Originally Posted by Chromeburn

Melvin is better as a press corner. Rather bring back Desir who fits this defense better.

Personally I like desir across the board over melvin

[Coltsalr]

Originally Posted by omahacolt

Personally I like desir across the board over melvin

Desir also appears to like the Colts across the board more than Melvin did.

[omahacolt]

Originally Posted by Coltsalr

Desir also appears to like the Colts across the board more than Melvin did.

Yes he does

[Chaka]

Originally Posted by omahacolt

Personally I like desir across the board over melvin

Understood, but I was curious if anyone could see us re-signing Melvin if Desir doesn't work out. He'd presumably be cheap and only a year removed from being a CB who was an asset to the team. I recall Ballard saying that he didn't really value Melvin when he first arrived, but grew to appreciate him as he got to know him better.

[VeveJones007]

Originally Posted by Chaka

Understood, but I was curious if anyone could see us re-signing Melvin if Desir doesn't work out. He'd presumably be cheap and only a year removed from being a CB who was an asset to the team. I recall Ballard saying that he didn't really value Melvin when he first arrived, but grew to appreciate him as he got to know him better.

I just assume there’s some other 3rd tier free agent who they think would be great in a predominantly zone scheme.