Top 10 Free Agents:
CB Asante Samuel, Patriots
S Bob Sanders, Colts
G Alan Faneca, Steelers
RB Michael Turner, Chargers
WR Randy Moss, Patriots
CB Marcus Trufant, Seahawks
OLB Lance Briggs, Bears
DE/OLB Terrell Suggs, Ravens
DE Jared Allen, Chiefs
DT Albert Haynesworth, Titans
Honorable Mention:
TE Dallas Clark, Colts
Bob Sanders, safety, Indianapolis: When the Colts suddenly stopped opposing rushing attacks in last year's playoffs, everyone said the difference was Sanders. And it was hard to argue after watching him chop down opposing backs. The guy is a fierce hitter with better-than-average coverage skills. That makes him an attractive catch for someone in free agency, but don't bet the house that he makes it to the market. The Colts don't let valued players walk, and Sanders is one of the two most important members of an improved defense. OK, so the Colts turned out running back Edgerrin James. They had a backup plan then, and it went something like this: Joseph Addai. Thank you very much. But without Sanders, the Indianapolis run defense is back to where it was the middle of last season -- and that is not good. Look for the Colts to keep him one way or the other.
Dallas Clark, tight end, Indianapolis: I love this guy. He can play inside or outside. He can block. He can make the difficult catch. He's tough. He's resilient. In short, he's perfect for Indianapolis, where he serves as a security blanket for Peyton Manning, which is why I can't see the Colts letting him go. With Marvin Harrison winding down the Colts must keep surrounding Manning with quality pass receivers, and Clark is one of the best in the business. His versatility is what makes him so attractive to the team, with few tight ends better at catching, route running and yards after the reception. Quick now, who leads Indianapolis in touchdown receptions? If you said Reggie Wayne you're only partially correct. He's tied with Clark at nine. Maybe the Colts are on the verge of a Wayne-Harrison breakup, but there is no reason to dissolve this union. It can go on for years.
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