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5 players who Colts need to be great in 2020

By Mike Phillips

T.Y. Hilton, Indianapolis Colts. #13 (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
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4. LT Anthony Castonzo

One of the keys to success for the Colts over the past few years has been a stellar offensive line. That unit is intact for the 2020 campaign, and its most important member is left tackle Anthony Castonzo.

Indianapolis is banking on Castonzo, who will turn 32 in August, to continue protecting Philip Rivers’ blindside this season. Rivers is a traditional pocket passer, so keeping the pocket clean is a huge key to making him successful.

The Colts also need Castonzo to be a key force in run-blocking as well. Over the past two years, Indianapolis has become more reliant on the run game, which has allowed them to maintain a balanced offense.

There is no real alternative for the Colts at left tackle if Castonzo’s play dips a bit, so that could lead to problems for the entire offensive line. Castonzo needs to continue to perform at a reliable level if the Colts plan on making a big push for the AFC South crown in 2020.

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