* The breakdown: Clark without question is one of the NFL’s best receiving tight ends. His blocking often is called into question, and some analysts believe the lack of a big, bruising tight end is a reason the Colts sometimes struggle in short yardage, but Clark has improved in that area and is productive in the Colts’ blocking style. Robinson has started the last two seasons, primarily playing an H-back role, and while Tamme has shown flashes at tight end in the preseason and has developed into one of the team’s top special teams player, because of Clark, he has yet to get significant time in the offense. Tamme is a key player because he brings some of the same attributes as Clark and can fill in as a backup without the Colts having to change style there, but if Clark is out for an extended period, it’s more likely the team would shift to three wideouts with Robinson remaining the H-back rather than have Tamme play an extensive role. The Colts’ philosophy is to get the best players on the field rather than stay committed to certain schemes. Santi has played well as a blocker and receiver in sports, but has finished each of his first two seasons on injured reserve and Cloherty is an undrafted free agents who finished the season on the active roster after injuries hurt the team’s depth at the spot.
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