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Once a year, the NFL Draft rolls around and it is known for providing teams the extra edge they need to become stronger for the next season. One of the teams that look to return to the top through the 2011 draft is the fading Indianapolis Colts. After their Super Bowl victory in 2006, the Colts have been on a slow decline. Last season was one of their worst in recent memory, as they went 10-6 and got eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the New York Jets.
The Colts are not totally in trouble, as they have top rated quarterback Peyton Manning, who is notorious for being able to bring the best out of young players very quickly. Manning has found it difficult to stay on his feet as of late, as his sack totals the last few years have increased. What saves the Colts from more sacks is Manning's quick release. The faulty part in their offense is a lackluster offensive line. Knowing this, Indianapolis Colts General Manager Kevin Moynihan and Head Coach Jim Caldwell agreed that a stronger offensive line would be the main focus for this draft. This contributed to the Colts picking offensive tackle Anthony Castonzo of Boston College as the 22nd pick in the first round.
Life was very tough for Castonzo growing up, as he came from a poor family. He turned to sports as a release and excelled at many sports. Ever since high school, Castonzo has been breaking records and making a huge impact on the gridiron. In addition to playing football, he was also the captain of his basketball team and a fine runner in track and field. This athletic young man earned 2005 All-Area honors from the Daily Herald as an offensive tackle at Lake Zurich and also captured All-North Suburban Conference accolades as a senior. Currently he holds the record for most career starts at Boston College with 54. He is also a Third Team All-American, All-ACC first team honoree and a National Football Foundation National Scholar-Athlete.
He says that he owes many thanks to his family, who has supported him up to this point and continues to support him daily. "My family is ridiculously tight," he said, "I talk with my mom or dad every day, updating them on what I'm doing. It’s a fun time for the entire family, not just for me."
He is valuable to Indianapolis because he is a smart, instinctive and polished player, who can step in and learn the system quickly. He is very good at sinking his hips and using his hands to get into position. At the professional level he will have to work hard on his ability to create paths for his running backs. He also needs to work on his lateral mobility, which scouts viewed as one of his weaknesses. His experience at the collegiate level plays into the game plan at Indy, as they are big on zone blocking in their offensive scheme.
More Info -
NFL Film study: Anthony Castonzo - Mike Mayock
Anthony Castonzo Combine Stats - NFL.com
2011 NFL Draft Grades: Colts Get High Marks For Taking Castonzo, Ijalana - Brad Wells
Anthony Castonzo Draft Profile
The Colts are not totally in trouble, as they have top rated quarterback Peyton Manning, who is notorious for being able to bring the best out of young players very quickly. Manning has found it difficult to stay on his feet as of late, as his sack totals the last few years have increased. What saves the Colts from more sacks is Manning's quick release. The faulty part in their offense is a lackluster offensive line. Knowing this, Indianapolis Colts General Manager Kevin Moynihan and Head Coach Jim Caldwell agreed that a stronger offensive line would be the main focus for this draft. This contributed to the Colts picking offensive tackle Anthony Castonzo of Boston College as the 22nd pick in the first round.
Life was very tough for Castonzo growing up, as he came from a poor family. He turned to sports as a release and excelled at many sports. Ever since high school, Castonzo has been breaking records and making a huge impact on the gridiron. In addition to playing football, he was also the captain of his basketball team and a fine runner in track and field. This athletic young man earned 2005 All-Area honors from the Daily Herald as an offensive tackle at Lake Zurich and also captured All-North Suburban Conference accolades as a senior. Currently he holds the record for most career starts at Boston College with 54. He is also a Third Team All-American, All-ACC first team honoree and a National Football Foundation National Scholar-Athlete.
He says that he owes many thanks to his family, who has supported him up to this point and continues to support him daily. "My family is ridiculously tight," he said, "I talk with my mom or dad every day, updating them on what I'm doing. It’s a fun time for the entire family, not just for me."
He is valuable to Indianapolis because he is a smart, instinctive and polished player, who can step in and learn the system quickly. He is very good at sinking his hips and using his hands to get into position. At the professional level he will have to work hard on his ability to create paths for his running backs. He also needs to work on his lateral mobility, which scouts viewed as one of his weaknesses. His experience at the collegiate level plays into the game plan at Indy, as they are big on zone blocking in their offensive scheme.
More Info -
NFL Film study: Anthony Castonzo - Mike Mayock
Anthony Castonzo Combine Stats - NFL.com
2011 NFL Draft Grades: Colts Get High Marks For Taking Castonzo, Ijalana - Brad Wells
Anthony Castonzo Draft Profile
Castonzo Leads Offensive Tackle Draft Class
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