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How Shane Steichen’s QB expertise could reflect in the Colts’ draft strategy
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INDIANAPOLIS — As subsequent week’s NFL scouting mix approaches and the rumor mill cranks up, search for the Indianapolis Colts to be the topic of quite a few conversations.
The Colts want a quarterback answer within the worst means. And given their present place, sitting with the fourth general decide within the draft, that is the most effective alternative the staff has had since Andrew Luck’s retirement in 2019 to resolve what’s develop into a recurring drawback.
So, in need of proprietor Jim Irsay dropping extra hints — he made a reference to probably buying and selling up and stated “the Alabama man [Bryce Young] doesn’t look unhealthy, I’ll inform ya” — we’re left to attempt to anticipate what the Colts are searching for of their seek for quarterback stability.
There’s drafting a quarterback, and there’s drafting the fitting quarterback. The Colts perceive the distinction.
“Y’all are going to have fun it and say ‘now we have received the savior for the Colts,’” normal supervisor Chris Ballard stated. “After which if he does not play nicely, [people will say] ‘Why’d you’re taking that man?’ You’ve received to be proper. We’ve received to be proper. We perceive the magnitude.”
The Colts face a choice with veteran Matt Ryan, who might be reduce for a $17 million financial savings or be retained as a mentor for a younger quarterback. Both means, the Colts don’t view him or backup Sam Ehlinger as their long-term franchise quarterback. That prospect is anticipated to return from this draft.
Now that the Colts have made a training rent, there may be extra to go on. Shane Steichen’s previous and offensive ideas will present some clues, as will the Colts’ draft historical past below Ballard.
Most vital here’s a level that can assist set the tone for all of this: Staff sources say the membership believes that Steichen’s offensive versatility creates extra choices on the place. His previous success with completely different kinds of quarterback play is compelling proof he can doubtlessly reach Indianapolis with any quarterback the Colts draft.
That, the Colts imagine, frees them as much as make the most effective choice no matter scheme match.
The place former coach Frank Reich’s scheme was a bit extra geared to a pocket passer, Steichen has proven he can coordinate an offense with a extra conventional fashion of quarterback (Justin Herbert) in addition to a dynamic dual-threat participant (Jalen Hurts). Steichen’s scheme can also be a bit extra player-friendly when it comes to complexity, which may make for a better transition for a younger quarterback.
Getting extra particular, Steichen offered a little bit of a clue of what he’s searching for throughout his introductory press convention final week. Requested an important qualities he seeks, he stated, “accuracy, choice making and the flexibility to create are the three issues that I have a look at in a quarterback. I feel these three issues are essential. However [also] the above the neck. The gamers that I’ve been round — Jalen Hurts, Justin Herbert and Philip Rivers — all of them have one factor in widespread: They’re obsessive about their craft. And if you will discover that in a quarterback, you’re in all probability going to have some success.”
Taking all of this into consideration, we’re in a position to take an early have a look at how among the prime quarterbacks on this yr’s draft doubtlessly match with Indianapolis.
Steichen’s description really seems like a fairly correct breakdown of Younger, who’s usually lauded for his accuracy and pocket presence. And in relation to the “above the neck” attributes Steichen talked about, Younger has spectacular poise and makes good choices below strain. He’s not what anybody would take into account a working quarterback, however Younger is lots elusive and escapes strain to make off-schedule performs.
As for Ballard, he has famously adhered strictly to measurables with most of his draft picks. It’s one of many causes some have a troublesome time envisioning the Colts deciding on Younger regardless of his official measurement questions. He was listed at 6-feet and 194 kilos at Alabama, removed from perfect (official heights and weights might be revealed on the mix).
However Ballard has veered away from measurables in some notable situations. In 2018, for instance, the Colts chosen linebacker Shaquille Leonard and offensive sort out Braden Smith with consecutive picks. Leonard was thought of undersized by most, however went on to develop into an All-Professional. Equally, Smith’s quick arm size made him a poor candidate to play sort out in lots of groups’ assessments. However Smith turned a fixture at proper sort out and earned a $72 million extension in 2021.
Among the many quarterbacks Steichen has coached, Stroud in all probability most resembles Herbert. Each are pocket passers with spectacular arm expertise who have been very productive in faculty. Nonetheless, in contrast to Rivers, Stroud can scramble, if obligatory, permitting him to maintain performs alive.
As for the match with the Colts, Stroud may pair properly with 2022 second-round decide Alec Pierce. A protracted receiver who excels in jump-ball conditions, Pierce suffered from his quarterbacks’ lack of arm energy final season. To totally make the most of his skills, the Colts want an correct and assured passer prepared to place the ball play. With 41 touchdowns and simply six interceptions final season, Stroud has confirmed he may be that.
Moreover, including a participant like Stroud is not going to require a serious shift for the Colts’ offensive line, which is sort of used to enjoying with pocket passers.
To not be missed as a match is Levis. He may be considerably polarizing due to his excessive turnover price the previous two seasons (23 mixed interceptions). However Levis is expert in utilizing play-action passing, and that’s an attribute that would match nicely with a staff that has an extended historical past of being productive working the ball.
Levis’ accuracy would appear to be an issue given the excessive interception price. However his completion proportion final season (65.4) was really larger than Younger’s (64.5). That doesn’t imply his accuracy isn’t topic to scrutiny. But when the Colts can get working again Jonathan Taylor and their offensive line to return to type, bringing again the play-action menace, Levis makes some sense. He accomplished 68.5% of makes an attempt with 9.7 air yards per try in play-action conditions final season.
The vary of outcomes with an unseasoned participant like Richardson makes it much less possible he’ll be drafted as excessive as fourth general. The Colts will possible have much less dangerous choices out there to them, however there are few coaches higher outfitted than Steichen to tailor an offense round Richardson’s elite working capacity.
Steichen’s success with Hurts supplies the blueprint, and the Colts even have the personnel to drag it off. Richardson shouldn’t be polished however may thrive on a staff with a potent dashing assault, utilizing his personal dashing menace to arrange simple throws.
Richardson wants that as a result of he’s nonetheless creating as a passer. His 53.8% completion price goes to scare some groups away (bear in mind what Steichen stated about accuracy). By comparability, Hurts was a really high-percentage passer in faculty, finishing 69.7% of makes an attempt as a senior. However Hurts was additionally a three-year starter. Richardson began simply 13 video games.
Lastly, Richardson has just a few parallels to a different quarterback who as soon as caught Ballard’s eye: Justin Fields. The Colts had already traded away their first-round decide when Fields got here out of Ohio State in 2021, however staff sources have stated they have been fairly intrigued with him and would have thought of him if the decide was out there. Just a bit one thing to bear in mind.
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Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis-area restaurants that opened and closed in July
August’s arrival marks the end of summer vacation and the start of a new school year. The ever-churning cycle of endings and beginnings is nothing new to Indy’s dining scene, which welcomed a fresh crop of eateries while saying good-bye to others last month.
For the third consecutive month, a beloved neighborhood spot said farewell after a 20-plus-year run. Meanwhile, regional chains expanded throughout the Circle City and the North Perry neighborhood received an infusion of Filipino flavor. Here are the restaurants that came and went in July — plus one to kick off August.
Restaurants that opened in July
Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill, Salesforce Tower
111 Monument Circle Suite 120, mamboscheesesteakgrill.com, opened July 9
While the closure of City Market shuttered the original Mambo’s, the cheesesteak outfit has maintained booths at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and The AMP at 16 Tech. Last week it opened a new brick-and-mortar location in Salesforce Tower. Situated next to the recently closed Yolk location, Mambo’s brings its renowned cheesesteaks and other sandwiches to the corner of Pennsylvania and Ohio streets.
His Place Eatery
1411 W. 86th St., (317) 7990-3406, hisplaceeatery.com, opened July 10
The popular Arlington Woods soul food spot opened its second location at the corner of Ditch Road and West 86th Street in St. Vincent-Greenbriar. The menu at His Place is stuffed with smoked meats, fried fish and classic comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, candied yams and mashed potatoes.
Kyuramen x TBaar Mass Ave
530 Massachusetts Ave., (317) 961-8888, kyuramen.com, opened July 10
Kyuramen, a New York-based chain with nearly 40 locations nationally, opened its first Indiana restaurant on Mass Ave. The Japanese-American eatery sells ramen, omurice and tempura among other Asian-inspired dishes. Joining Kyruamen in the space is TBaar, a bubble tea chain with over 40 United States locations.
Yollie’s Filipino American Kitchen
4141 S. East St., (317) 455-5123, yolliekitchen.com, opened July 23
The flagship restaurant of Indianapolis’ Philippine Cultural Community Center, Yollie’s brings traditional Filipino flavors to the Circle City. Dishes like tangy chicken adobo, peanut butter-stewed kare kare and banana blossoms in coconut milk offer familiar flavors to Hoosier Filipinos and a chance for others try something new.
Wing Zone on Keystone
5527 N. Keystone Ave., (317) 419-3604, wingzone.com, opened July 24
The Gainesville, Florida-based chicken joint opened its first Indiana location on Keystone Avenue in Millersville. Wing Zone, which sells fried chicken, sandwiches and salads in addition to wings, has nearly 30 locations nationwide.
Java House, Simon Building
225 W. Washington St., javahouse.com, opened July 25
The Carmel-based coffee shop’s twelfth café opened on the ground floor of the Simon Building. Java House offers a variety of sweet signature lattes alongside juice, lemonade, tea, black coffee and select food items.
More coverage: Java House bringing another coffee shop to downtown Indianapolis
California Burger
2831 E. 38th St., (317) 426-3021, californiaburgerinc.com
Speedway-based California Burger’s third location opened in the Meadows neighborhood Aug. 1, serving free ice cream cones for its first six hours of operation. The smashed-patty purveyor also has a location in Castleton, which opened in summer 2021.
Restaurants that closed in July
MOTW Coffee Castleton
6706 E. 82nd St., closed early July
Carmel-based MOTW (Muslims of the World) Coffee announced the closure of its Castleton location with a note posted to the shop’s front door. The note from the MOTW staff attributed the closure to the end of the store’s lease and said the location would move to Illinois. On June 23, MOTW announced on Facebook the opening of its Naperville, Illinois location, the chain’s second in the Prairie State. MOTW still has three Indiana locations: Eagledale, Fishers and Carmel.
Rene’s Bakery
6524 Cornell Ave, closed July 14
After more than 20 years in Broad Ripple, this beloved bakery announced it “will most likely be closed indefinitely” amid owner Albert Rene Trevino’s ongoing health concerns. Rene’s opened on Cornell Avenue in 2004 and sold a variety of pastries while amassing a loyal customer base throughout its neighborhood and beyond. That community showed out in full force when Trevino’s daughter Olivia launched a GoFundMe to help pay for her father’s medical bills — the fundraiser has netted more than $85,000.
Full story: Rene’s Bakery ‘most likely’ closed after 20 years
Did we miss an opening or closing in your neighborhood? Contactdining reporter Bradley Hohulin at bhohulin@indystar.com. You can follow him on Twitter/X @bradleyhohulin.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis-area restaurants that opened and closed in July 2024
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Indianapolis teacher talks new challenges ahead of first day of school
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INDIANAPOLIS — For the past 25 years, North Central journalism teacher Tom Gayda has looked forward to the first day of school.
“I think it comes a little easier with knowing you know what to do on the first day,” Gayda said.
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On Thursday, Gayda will join teachers in Washington, Pike, Lawrence and Franklin Townships as they embark on another school year.
Indianapolis Public Schools and Center Grove are also back in session on August 1.
“You can always kind of reinvent yourself,” Gayda shared while reminiscing on his past 24 first days. “Even at the semester, you get a little chance to change things up. Every year is a new start and that’s kind of fun.”
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Gayda is part of a teaching workforce that has seen its fair share of challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to a 2022 National Education Association survey, More than 55% of educators said they were ready to leave the profession earlier than planned.
The survey claims it is largely due to teacher salaries.
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Gayda says an evolving classroom has taken it’s toll.
“It’s been a lot of a lot of change,” Gayda explained. “My grade book used to be a notebook, and now it’s instantly online. There’s good and bad with that.”
Gayda faces a new challenge as a new Indiana state law prohibits the use of cellphones in the classroom.
“I mean, everyone has got their phone in their hand,” Gayda said. “I think (the students) will live.”
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Despite the challenges that come with a new school year, the end of each summer marks an opportunity for Gayda to reconnect with his students.
“Tomorrow, it’s more about getting to see people you’ve not seen in a while and reconnect,” Gayda said. “That’s kind of a fun thing.”
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Lisa Loeb's guitar found by bar owner after a 'conversation'
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — After a show in Hendricks County Monday night, famed musician Lisa Loeb’s guitar was stolen outside the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis.
Her crew was packing up after the show.
After she put out an acoustic APB on X, a local bar owner spotted a man walking in front of his establishment with the same guitar case he saw in Lisa Loeb’s post.
Joel Reitz co-owns the O’Reilly Irish Bar and Restaurant. He said he saw a ‘disheveled’ man walking on the street with the guitar case he recognized from Loeb’s post.
O’Reilly’s is on South Pennsylvania, just a few blocks away from the Conrad Hotel.
Reitz says after a drama-free conversation with the man and a couple of requests, the man gave the guitar to him.
The police picked up the guitar, as it was stolen property. Loeb later shared on Instagram that the guitar is already on the way back to her after IRC Music shipped it out.
Reitz said he wants to be a steward for the Indianapolis community.
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