Colts DC Lou Anarumo highlights Charvarius Ward's fit with defense
Indianapolis Colts' defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo recently described what Charvarius Ward adds to the defense and his fit within the scheme.
"You got a corner that's been a proven guy throughout his career," Anarumo said. "Tall, can really run, he's got length, great arm length. Excels in press coverage, we want to be tight in coverage as we defend people this year. He has done a great job of that in his career and also taking the ball away."
Anarumo would also dissect some plays from Ward last season, and along with the description above, he also noted Ward's playmaking ability with the ball in his hands, along with his vision and awareness, which puts him in a position to make plays on the ball.
You can find the full breakdown from Anarumo here.
Over his career, Ward has totaled 10 interceptions and 70 pass deflections. He also brings a winning background to the Colts' defense, having won a Super Bowl with Kansas City in 2019 and having appeared in another in 2023 with San Francisco.
Ward was an All-Pro during the 2023 season, where he allowed a completion rate of only 54% and had a whopping five interceptions and 17 pass breakups, according to PFF.
Ward's ability to be left on an island, play press coverage, and operate from a variety of alignments is going to be quite valuable when it comes to getting the most out of Anarumo's scheme.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts' Lou Anarumo highlights Chavarius Ward's fit with defense
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