Colts general manager Chris Ballard revealed at the NFL Scouting Combine during his media availability that longtime Colts tackle Braden Smith was on the mend from his end-of-season personal matter that caused him to miss the team’s last five games. Not only that, but he wants to get back on the field.
It was a tough situation for both parties to be in. Smith is a mainstay starter as the right side of the line’s bookend tackle, and his Pro Bowl-caliber of play was always evident when he was on the field. The issue lies in the middle of said sentiment though — Smith has struggled to remain on the field, whether the reasons be an injury or a personal matter.