Week two of the preseason saw the Colts pitted against the Browns

Kenny Moore Color Rush Jersey , the team they had practiced all week against. It was a sloppy affair, with 29 penalties in total worth 283 yards. The Colts looked..." Colts AnalysisColts vs Browns Preseason Week 2: Winners and LosersNew,12commentsEDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Colts vs Browns Preseason Week 2: Winners and LosersTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Justin Casterline/Getty ImagesWeek two of the preseason saw the Colts pitted against the Browns, the team they had practiced all week against. It was a sloppy affair, with 29 penalties in total worth 283 yards. The Colts looked sharper than their week one outing, but still far from what we expect to see come week one. Despite the struggles with penalties and coming up short at the end of the game for a loss, the primary purpose of the preseason is to continue honing and shaping the roster as cuts draw nearer. With that in mind, here are some winners and losers from preseason week two.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="srRAS1">WinnersDeon CainCain was an unquestionable winner in this game, pulling in 7 receptions on 9 targets for 80 yards of the team’s offense. He did a great many things well, from a nice toe tap on a sideline catch, to a broken tackle for big yards after a catch. Perhaps most importantly, he was a reliable and consistent target and proved he belongs at this level. Cain did drop a contested catch, but ultimately his production far outweighed that single error. With Reece Fountain out for the season, Cain is a virtual lock to make the roster, and his play indicates he could be a valuable part of the roster sooner rather than later. Jacoby BrissettBrissett had an up and down week of practice, and a similarly mixed performance in week one of the preseason. On this day however, he was solid. He showcased good movement in the pocket and consistently got the ball out quickly, something he has not always done. Additionally, his accuracy was far better than it has been this off-season. The overall result was a day where he went 8 of 10 for 100 passing yards and an 11-yard scramble. Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty ImagesKemoko TurayTuray had a solid day off the edge, getting both a sack and a tackle for a loss in his time on the field. He has the speed and get-off to impact the quarterback and cause real problems for offensive linemen, and it showed in his limited time in action in this game. The Colts need a big step forward for Turay in 2019 if they have championship aspirations, and this is the kind of play they’ll need from him to make that jump. Early on in the off-season there were signs that Turay was primed for a big step forward https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Jeremiah-George-Jersey , but that progress was hampered by a shoulder injury that has limited his time in practice. Hopefully we can expect to see more of this.Eric EbronHe wasn’t in for long, but his impact was more than enough to establish that you shouldn’t expect a drop off in value or play-making ability for Eric Ebron in 2019. He came back to make a great play on the ball on a throw that was behind him for a big gain, and not long after beat single coverage to make an excellent catch in the end zone for a touchdown. He looked every bit as impactful and deadly on offense as he did last season, and that wasn’t even with Andrew Luck under center.Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty ImagesHale HentgesWhile we’re talking tight ends, Hale Hentges looked good for a second week running, making himself valuable in both the passing game and as a blocker. He made several plays late in the game and was clearly one of Chad Kelly’s most trusted targets later in the game. Hentges grabbed all 4 of his targets and his strong and balanced play will make for a tough call for the coaching staff at cuts. Honorable MentionsMarvell Tell was called (incorrectly in my opinion) for pass interference on the sideline but had been in lock step with the receiver.Phillip Walker greatly improved his pocket presence and made some nice throws Muhammad Al-Quadin had a nice QB hit and very near sack to force a bad throw and end a driveChad Kelly continued his run of solid play and looks like a guy who could make a quality backup.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="mZXlqq">LosersMarcus JohnsonIn a down-to-the-wire receiver race, Johnson’s performance certainly didn’t do him any favors. He was targeted 6 times and had 2 drops that really sting. He has been right on the bubble in terms of his performances, but this one was forgettable. Beyond the drops, Johnson didn’t do much after the catch and wasn’t able to be a significant impact player on the field. He’ll need a great next two weeks if he hopes to make the team.Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty ImagesJalen CollinsWhile there has been a lot of buzz around the cornerback group for the Colts this off-season, Jalen Collins has had a disappointing off-season. He just keeps showing up on the wrong side of the highlight reel, and this game was no exception. He gave up a touchdown and allowed separation far too easily down in the red zone. Despite getting rave reviews early in camp from much of the Colts media, he has steadily seemed to work his way out of contention for a roster spot. Zach PascalChris Ballard spoke very highly of Pascal ahead of camp and talked about his versatility and willingness and ability to do whatever is asked of him. Those traits are valuable, but it was Ashton Dulin, not Pascal who was back receiving kicks. Pascal didn’t make a notable contribution to the offense either, being targeted twice, and dropping a ball that likely would have meant 6 points had he hung on to it. For a guy that needs strong performances from here on out to get himself on the final 53, this performance wasn’t good enough.Honorable MentionsRock Ya-Sin had a bad pass interference that was completely unnecessary and kept a Browns drive going.George Odum missed a big opportunity on special teams to make a big hit by overrunning the play.E.J. Speed continues to struggle to select good angles to the ball and takes himself out of the play at times. With the NFL Draft three —yes, only three days away, it’s time to look at 5 potential top safety prospects on Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard’s big board. The Colts have a trio of..." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteStampede Bluean Indianapolis Colts communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsColtsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Colts StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Colts NewsYahoo Colts Team PageYahoo Colts ReportYahoo Colts Depth ChartYahoo Colts TransactionsYahoo Colts PhotosShop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Filed under:Indianapolis Colts Draft CentralDraft ProspectsBallard’s Big Board: 5 Top NFL Draft Safety Prospects for Colts New,15commentsEDTShareTweetShareShareBallard’s Big Board: 5 Top NFL Draft Safety Prospects for Colts Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty ImagesWith the NFL Draft three —yes, only three days away, it’s time to look at 5 potential top safety prospects on Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard’s big board. The Colts have a trio of starting caliber safeties including Malik Hooker Denico Autry Jersey , Clayton Geathers, and Matthias Farley, but each comes with their own durability concerns. Given the importance of the safety position in Matt Eberflus’ defensive scheme, it could be a prudent idea for the Colts to begin grooming a long-term starter to pair with Hooker in the backend of their secondary. With that being said, here’s the latest positional prospect big board:5. Juan Thornhill, S, VirginiaPhoto by Ryan M. Kelly/Getty ImagesAt 6’0”, 205 pounds, Thornhill had 98 tackles (team high), 4.5 tackles for loss, 7 passes defensed, and 6 interceptions (3rd most in nation) in 13 starts, as he earned All-ACC First-Team honors as a senior. With a 4.42 forty time and a ridiculous 44.0 inch vertical, Thornhill might be the best athlete among all prospects in this group. Thornhill transitioned from cornerback, so he has the ability to play all over the secondary. As such, he possesses impressive coverage skills and rangy, ball-hawking ability for the safety position. Still learning the position, Thornhill needs to work on his pursuit angles and honing in his instincts, as he can be fooled occasionally on play-action and deep throws. Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports4. Darnell Savage, S, Maryland The 5’11”, 198 pound senior safety recorded 52 tackles Nyheim Hines Color Rush Jersey , 5.5 tackles for loss, 2 passes defensed, and 4 interceptions (2nd most in the Big Ten; 1 for a touchdown) in 12 starts for the Terrapins defense last season—earning 2nd-Team All-Big Ten honors. Savage ran a blistering fast 4.36 forty time and has a vertical jump of 39.5 inches, so he’s no doubt super-athletic. The former Maryland standout is fluid in coverage, has exceptional closing speed, and could be an asset for a team in the slot—perhaps playing a Micah Hyde type role for a secondary. However, he lacks ideal size and that costs him at times against bigger bodied receivers in coverage and with his overall tackling success. Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports3. Nasir Adderley, S, DelawareThe 6’0”, 206 pound senior safety had 87 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, 7 pass breakups and 4 interceptions in 12 starts for the Fightin’ Blue Hens defense. As a result of his exceptional play, Adderley was a 2nd-team AP FCS All-American and First-Team All-CAA member. Adderley has experience at both cornerback and safety, so he has the versatility and coverage skills to thrive lining up either in the slot or along the outside. He looks smooth and fluid in coverage and has the type of instincts/ball skills that teams simply covet in their secondary. On the other hand, he struggled in play recognition and can be occasionally ‘dooped’ by opposing offensive coordinators/quarterbacks in coverage.Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images2. Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, S, FloridaMeasuring in at 5’11”, 210 pounds, the junior safety recorded 71 tackles, 9.0 tackles for loss, 3.0 sacks, 2 passes defensed https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Johnny-Unitas-Jersey , and 4 interceptions (2 for touchdowns) in 13 games last season for the Gators notoriously stingy defense. Gardner-Johnson ran a 4.48 forty time and posted a 36.0 inch vertical, so he’s still a very good athlete compared to his contemporaries in his own right. The big defensive back can either play the slot or high as a safety, as he has tremendous versatility like many of the top end safeties in this draft class. Gardner-Johnson has impressive fluidity in overall coverage, but can struggle at times in run defense. He has the size to handle tight ends and might be one of the best coverage slot men in this group; however, he can be a bit slow in his reads and reactions at times. Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images1. Johnathan Abram, S, Mississippi State The 5’11, 205 pound senior safety earned AP 3rd-Team All-American and 1st-Team All-SEC honors, as he had 99 tackles (team high), 9.0 tackles for loss, 3.0 sacks, 5 passes defensed, two interceptions, and a forced fumble in 13 games.Highly regarded for his instincts and hard-hitting style, Abram is the ideal nickel linebacker in a defense, as he can still hold his own effectively in coverage. However, he’s not as adept in coverage as others on this list and as such, it’s no surprise he struggles the further he is from the line of scrimmage. For a Colts team that could use an identity and improved physicality in the backend of their secondary, Abram would make a whole lot of sense.