The Indianapolis Colts have been busy throughout the first two weeks of free agency, adding depth mainly to the defensive side of the ball. That includes the addition of defensive tackle Sheldon Day, who was signed on Wednesday.
After trading for DeForest Buckner, the Colts already had a solid interior defensive line. However, they still needed to add some depth to the room seeing as Grover Stewart was the only true player fit to work at the nose tackle position.
Thus, Day became an option to provide both depth and competition with Stewart. Both players are likely to work in a rotation with the other, though it is expected that Stewart will be the starter in the A-gap next to Buckner, who will be working at the three-technique.
Day will provide the Colts with solid run defense, which is exactly what they signed him for. He’s limited as a pass rusher, but he has shown the ability to have a strong anchor while redirecting offensive linemen with ease.
The addition of Day does wonders for the Colts defensive line. They already added Buckner, who is an elite talent at the three-technique. Add in a solid duo at nose tackle with Stewart and Day, and the Colts have strong corps manning the interior.
Day won’t make the Colts an elite defensive line. He’s a rotational piece to work at the one-technique. But he’s been a strong asset to the 49ers over the last two seasons, and he should provide the Colts with strong depth at a position of need.
Grade: B
