The Indianapolis Colts had a disappointing 2022 season. The Colts finished with a 4-12-1 record and missed the playoffs for the second straight season. The Colt’s roster received some positivity from Pro Football Focus’s top 101 list. Pro Football Focus’s top 101 list documents the top 101 players in the NFL. Deforest Buckner, Stephon Gilmore, and Rodney McLeod made the list.
Deforest Buckner
Deforest Buckner has established himself as one of the best defensive tackles in the NFL. Buckner is a leader on the Colt’s defense. Pro football focus ranked Buckner as the 67th best player. Buckner recorded 44 tackles, 8 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles in 2022. Buckner received an 82.3 grade on Pro Football Focus. Buckner recorded 56 pressures and 47 defensive stops during the season.
Stephon Gilmore
Despite having an up-and-down season, Gilmore received an 81.8 grade in coverage, per Pro Football Focus. Gilmore recorded 53 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 11 pass deflections. Gilmore came in as number 75 on the list. Gilmore was a vital part of the Colt’s defense and helped mentor Indy’s young secondary.
Rodney McLeod
McLeod came in at number 100. According to Pro Football Focus, McLeod received the second-best grade among safeties during the second half of the season. McLeod recorded 59 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 8 pass deflections. McLeod used his veteran knowledge to help the Colt’s defense.
Final Note
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