The dust has settled on the Indianapolis Colts’ Week 2 performance against the Green Bay Packers, and Pro Football Focus has now had the opportunity to hand out their individual grades.
But before we dive in, I always want to provide the disclaimer that PFF’s grading system certainly isn’t the be-all-end-all; rather, it is one of many evaluation metrics. However, typically if a player performed well, the grade does reflect that.
Below is a look at PFF’s grading system to provide some context behind the numbers:
90.0+: Elite
80-89.9: High quality
70-79.9: Good
60-69.9: Above average
50-59.9: Average
40-49.9: Below average
39.9 or less: Poor
So, with that in mind, here are the Colts’ three highest-graded offensive players from their matchup with the Packers:
For a look at the Colts’ three highest-graded defenders, click here.
TE Mo Alie-Cox
PFF grade: 88.0
Alie-Cox played 18 total snaps in Sunday’s game, most of which came as a blocker–which is the norm–and PFF thought very highly of his impact in that phase of the game. Alie-Cox finished with a run-blocking grade of 85.7, contributing to Jonathan Taylor’s big day. He also had one reception up the seam for 22 yards.
OL Will Fries
PFF grade: 75.7
After a Week 1 performance that both PFF and ESPN thought highly of, Will Fries played well again on Sunday. He and the rest of the offensive line carved running lanes for Taylor on his way to 103 yards, while Anthony Richardson had time in the pocket as well. Fries was credited with giving up only two pressures in 39 pass-blocking snaps.
WR Alec Pierce
PFF grade: 72.8
Through two games, just as everyone suspected, Alec Pierce is the steady presence in the Colts passing game. He finished Sunday’s game catching five of his seven targets for 56 yards and a score. With the Packers taking away the downfield opportunities, Pierce showcased that he can be a target in all parts of the field–something that was a big goal of his during the offseason.
Honorable Mentions
OL Ryan Kelly: 72.7
OL Bernhard Raimann: 66.9
OL Braden Smith: 63.2
