Colts' Free Agency: Pierce, Ebukam, and Cap Cuts

0:00On March 9th, the Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for a busy NFL free agency period, with legal tampering kicking off March 9th at 12 p.m. Eastern Time. The New League year starts March 11th at 4 p.m. Eastern, when deals can go official. General Manager Chris Ballard faces tough choices on outside signings and resignings, plus sorting out the salary cap after trading linebackers a year. Franklin to get under the limit. More cuts or moves are likely needed for real spending room. Wide receiver Alec Pierce looks headed for a massive payday if he hits the market. Reports suggest he could command over $30 million a year, or at least $27 million per season. That kind of money means plenty of suitors, chasing his speed and production. Fans and analysts see big competition brewing for Pierce, with teams like New England, Las Vegas, Washington, and Tennessee are already showing interest. For the Colts, losing him would hurt the passing game, but tie-capped space might force tough calls amid other roster holes.

1:02Safety Nick Cross has links to the Cincinnati Bengals, while defensive end Samson Ibacom stands out as a free agent to watch. Ebucom bounced back from an Achilles injury last year, logging 23 pressures and 3 sacks in 14 games this season. Still, Indianapolis wants a younger, quicker defense, so they may pass on bringing him back. As rumors swirl, Baller keeps working the cap and roster. Keep an eye on these moves, shaping the Colts off-season push.