A change in philosophy?

Since taking over as general manager, Ballard has made it clear they aren’t going to be a team that overspends and splurges in free agency. They build through the draft and add complementary pieces from the free-agent market.

But maybe that philosophy should be tweaked a little bit. Finding production at a value is great, but there are times when some top-shelf talent is needed. While it is unlikely that Ballard shifts from his process, the Colts need to find ways to add some premier talent to the roster.

There are a few players that might be worthy of a big contract like Chris Jones or Yannick Ngakoue, but it might not happen if Ballard continues his process of staying quiet in free agency.