Never underestimate the importance of a tight end. Well, at least that's what the Indianapolis Colts must think.
By drafting two of the top tight end prospects in the 2012 NFL draft the Colts want to make sure Andrew Luck can get rid of the ball quickly if need be.
Luck may be familiar with former Stanford Cardinal teammate Coby Fleener, but Dwayne Allen could be the difference maker.
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