Press conferences can be over analyzed at times in a search for some point where the coach slips up and reveals more than they mean to. NFL coaches are supremely secretive and Reich is no different http://www.indianapoliscoltsteamonline.com/margus-hunt-jersey , but this week in his press conference he had a few interesting observations as well as a couple notable news items. Wer17;ve already detailed his statement about the possibility of Jack Doyle returning to action on Sunday, but here are the other highlights from Reichr17;s press conference. On the need to win as a teamReich stressed the need for them to play balanced games like this where they win in every phase of the game. It isnr17;t enough to have great offensive performances or defensive performances alone. They need to all carry their weight if they expect to become a championship contending team. That is the goal they have in mind and what they hope to grow into.His point is well made also. There are more than a few instances where one side of the ball or the other let the team down and given how close the Colts have played most of their opponents, it is tough not to think this team has a lot more wins if they play more balanced.On the offensive liner17;s successIn typical Frank Reich fashion, he forces us to recognize the accomplishment of the team over the individual. When asked about the offensive liner17;s play over the past two weeks, he immediately points out all the parts that make that possible.When you hear him talking about how important communication and being on the same page are, it further demonstrates how much continuity can play a role in the liner17;s improvement. This is a line that is only going to get better as they get more reps together, and it seems like the r0;protection plansr1; that Reich and his coaching staff are implementing are quite effective. On the young running backsr17; progress as pass blockersWe know how good Frank Gore was as a pass blocker. He was incredible there, and the Colts running backs are developing under the same guy who helped mold Gore into that kind of player. Rathman has been taking these young backs and making them into the kind of players who will help keep Andrew Luck upright and clean. Need an example? How about on 3rd and 4 last Sunday when Wilkins stepped up and delivered this little gem:Not hard to get excited about running backs who are willing to step up and do this, and there is little doubt that it makes an impact on this play as well as the passing game as a whole.On the impact in the building of getting a winPeople have different feelings about the idea of momentum. Personally, Ir17;m a believer that it has an impact. Getting a win in a building full of young players almost certainly matters to them. The longer you go without a win, the harder the process of grinding through the tough workouts http://www.indianapoliscoltsteamonline.com/nate-hairston-jersey , the long film sessions, and all the game planning that is necessary at the NFL level. If you can see how that preparation ties directly to wins, it makes it that much easier to get those young guys to buy in. On when Tyquan Lewis would returnThis was more than a little bit of a surprise. Rookie defensive lineman Tyquan Lewis started the season on Injured Reserve with a foot injury. Lewis was one of the Colts 2nd round picks, and Stephen Holder said in an article for The Athletic that came out earlier this month, that one Colts official said that Lewis had potential on par with that of Darius Leonard. Whether or not that is true, it is hard to deny that this staff has fit their draft picks into their new scheme pretty well, and if Lewis can come in and have anything close to Leonardr17;s impact on the back half of the season, this defense could become a real force. Lewisr17; return to practice today gives the Colts a 21-day clock to determine whether he is healthy enough to reactivate. If not, they can revert him to IR for the remainder of the season. They have one remaining available spot for a player to return from IR if needed.Double Down: Two big things to watch on offense for the Colts vs Ravens The Indianapolis Colts showed a lot of positive things against the Seattle Seahawks, but now itr17;s time for round two of the preseason and the unit needs to take that next step forward.Herer17;s what Colt fans need to be observing when they take the field against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. Eight or more yardsAndrew Luck has mastered Frank Reichr17;s offense when it comes to short and immediate throws. Thatr17;s an important aspect for the offense, because Luck has had a tendency to hold on to the ball and force the issue at times. While itr17;s nice to see Luck get rid of the ball instead of taking hits Authentic Quincy Wilson Jersey , we need to see Luck and the receivers make plays down the field r12; instead of just checking it down or throwing a five-yard out route. The biggest thing was just seeing Luck able to throw a football in a live setting once again. r0;I had fun. I really, really enjoyed my time. I think the team had fun,r1; Luck said after the first preseason game against the Seahawks. r0;Wer17;re not blowing it out of proportion. We understand that it was a preseason game. It was a chance to get better, and I think we improved.r0;Personally, I couldr17;ve been a little crisper on some stuff with some footwork and throws, but thatr17;ll come. Thatr17;s part of the work,r1; Luck added. Luck is still working on getting comfortable in the pocket with opposing defenses rushing after him on each drop back. When Luck starts to feel more comfortable, and get back into more playing shape, Reich will unleash the beast down the sideline we are used to seeing. But with comfortability still a work in progress, Luck is still developing a rapport with receivers not named T.Y. Hilton or Jack Doyle, it is important this continues to happen Womens Anthony Walker Jersey , especially with Eric Ebron, Ryan Grant and Chester Rogers r12; who seem to be the next viable options with the ACL injury to Deon Cain. Coin flip, or flips, for Right TackleThe protection of Andrew Luck was the No. 1 goal in the offseason for Chris Ballard, drafting Quenton Nelson and Braden Smith, while signing Austin Howard and Matt Slauson. The left tackle, left and right guard, and center position is set in stone with Nelson, Slauson, Anthony Castonzo, and Ryan Kelly. That means one spot is still up in the air. The Colts opened with Joe Haeg at left tackle and Jr17;Marcus Webb at right tackle against Seahawks Authentic Darius Leonard Jersey , but Haeg struggled mightily and gave up a sack. That prompted Reich to move Webb to the left side while experimenting with Howard and Smith throughout camp. Therer17;s no clear leader as of yet, and hopefully that will change against the Ravens. Reich likes the experience on Howardr17;s end, and Smith brings a lot of raw potential to the table. Mondayr17;s game is a chance for one of those tackles to take a step forward, because protecting Luck is the ultimate goal. r0;We really like what Austin brings to the table but wer17;ve said right from the very start itr17;s open competition,r1; Reich said. r0;The best guy will start. So, we have been rotating those guys through there. And each guy has had a lot of good moments. We feel good about the depth we have right there. wer17;re just waiting to see whor17;s going to emerge.r1;At this point in the preseason, it seems anyone could start at right tackle.
