Posted July 03, 2009 @ 5:28 p.m.
Much of the offseason banter in Indianapolis has centered on the battle for the No. 3 WR job, and rightfully so. In the Colts’ frequent spread alignments, the position is crucial. Yet it’s important to note that they opt for a second tight end — or H-back — just as often, which makes the recent strides of second-year pro Gijon Robinson all the more reassuring. The unheralded H-back, viewed more as a blocker than a receiver early in his career, began convincing the coaches of his well-rounded game down the stretch in 2008, with 12 of his 19 receptions on the season coming in Weeks 14-17. Because of that, he has not only staved off the competition from Jacob Tamme and Tom Santi for the TE/H-back job opposite Dallas Clark, but he also allows the Colts not to have to worry about rushing a third wideout into the lineup if one fails to distinguish himself in camp.