Colts Blue Zone Podcast

With the Colts' playoff hopes dashed, the Colts Blue Zone Team looks at the state of the Indianapolis Colts as Week 18 approaches. Are seismic changes on the horizon? Will they start up top? What are the statuses of Shane Steichen and Anthony Richardson? The bulk of the podcast delves into various personnel issues, team culture, messaging and accountability. The discussion finally turns to this we...

With their playoff hopes still alive, the Colts showed off every single flaw against a bad New York Giants team. The result? Indy got into an early hole and surrendered 45 points in a loss that was somehow even more embarrassing than their pivotal collapse against the Denver Broncos just two weeks ago. Matt Adams recaps the game and wonders if changes are on the horizon for the franchise now that...

The Colts hit the road to take on the New York Giants with their playoff ambitions hanging by a threat. The team has to win out and hope for the best, although their postseason hopes could be dashed before the coin toss. In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams preview Indy's Week 17 game against the lowly Giants. The show includes a look back at the Colts' win...

The Colts got another much-needed win against the Tennessee Titans to improve to 7-8 on the season. Their playoff hopes are still alive, but they need a TON of help to make the postseason. Matt Adams recaps the record running day (335 yards!) from the Colts and wonders how things ever got so close in the end. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (19:28) and quarterback Anthony Richardson (35:24).

After a second-half collapse against Denver, the Colts' postseason outlook is grim. Their only recourse is to win out and hope for the best. In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams explore what went wrong against the Broncos and look ahead as the lowly Tennessee Titans limp into Indianapolis. The show starts with a look at the Colts' playoff picture (:55) befo...

Facing a must-win game against the Denver Broncos, the Indianapolis Colts collapsed in the second half. An inexcusable gaffe from Jonathan Taylor started the downfall, and things snowballed from there in the Mile High City. Matt Adams recaps the disastrous outcome in the latest Blue Zone Podcast. Hear from Shane Steichen (18:33) and Anthony Richardson (28:29).

Every game is critical down the stretch if the Colts have any hopes of making the playoffs, but their matchup in Denver looms especially large. Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams preview this week's crucial AFC showdown--a game that could make or break Indy's season. The show starts off with honors for two longtime Colts players: Kenny Moore for Walter Payton Man of the Year (2:15) and DeForest Buckner...

The Indianapolis Colts got the win they desperately needed against the New England Patriots, but coming away with the "Dub" in Foxborough was far from easy. The box score was lopsided in New England's favor as the Colts put the ball in Anthony Richardson's hands with the game on the line. What followed may not go down in the annals of NFL history, but it was still an impressive achievement from a...

At 5-7, the Indianapolis Colts are on the outside looking in when it comes to the current playoff picture. If they have any postseason hopes, they have to stack some wins--and it has to start in Foxborough. In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, we preview Indy's game against New England. The hosts start with a recap of the loss to the Lions before delving into the playoff standings (12:4...

The Colts settled for field goals on two early possessions, and that was pretty much the game as they lost 24-6 to the Detroit Lions. While there's no shame in losing to a great team, there is shame in continually shooting yourself in the foot. The Colts simply made too many mistakes to stay competitive. Hear from head coach Shane Steichen (9:35) and quarterback Anthony Richardson (26:04).

The Colts welcome the red-hot Detroit Lions to Lucas Oil Stadium for their toughest test of the season. The show starts with a discussion of three Colts players who are modern-era semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame (2:00) before delving into a recap of the Colts' Week 11 win over the New York Jets (11:28). Then it's time for some roster notes, including the return of a familiar offens...

The Colts bolted out to a lead before things took a turn against the Jets. But thanks to an offense tailored to Anthony Richardson's strengths--and an efficient game from the young QB--the Colts snapped a three-game skid. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (19:10) and Richardson (31:53).

After three straight losses--including two with Joe Flacco at the helm--the Colts are going with Anthony Richardson for the long haul. The Colts Blue Zone team discusses the latest go on the quarterback carousel and what led to the team's decision. The first chunk of the show is devoted to that topic and coach Shane Steichen's sudden turn this week. Plus: the NFL just can't stop holding the Scouti...

Turnovers and offensive inefficiency were the story as the Colts lost to Buffalo 30-20 to fall to 4-6 on the season. Matt Adams recaps the game and wonders if another QB change is inevitable. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (12:48) and quarterback Joe Flacco (24:01).

The Indianapolis Colts host the Buffalo Bills as Indy tries to get back on the winning side of things. Dave Griffiths and Mike Chappell preview it all in the latest Blue Zone Podcast. The show starts with a discussion of the league's decision to make Colts-Jets an afternoon game in Week 11 before turning to the Colts' current quarterback situation and some NFL moves (3:22). After that, they lament...

A switch at quarterback didn't change the Colts' fortunes in Week 9. The offense didn't muster a single touchdown--you can thank the defense for Indy's sole TD--as Minnesota's shifting defense kept the Colts guessing. Matt Adams looks back at some key moments in Indy's 21-13 loss to the Vikings. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (16:56) and quarterback Joe Flacco (24:29).

It was, needless to say, a notable week for the Indianapolis Colts. After a rough start from second-year QB Anthony Richardson against Houston, the team announced that veteran Joe Flacco would get the nod as the starting signal caller. Dave Griffiths and Mike Chappell discussed the move and what it means for the team and Richardson going forward. The discussion dominates the first portion of the p...

The Colts' AFC South title hopes suffered a major blow with a loss to the Houston Texans. In another one-score affair, Anthony Richardson's deficiencies were front and center, with a crushing interception before halftime serving as a turning point in the game. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (13:38) and Richardson (25:58).

In the latest Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell and Dave Griffiths look at this week's matchup against the Houston Texans, a game that could very well determine the future of the AFC South. The show starts with a much-deserved honor for Chap (2:15) and some flex scheduling "chicanery" (4:05) before the guys discuss Colts players who made the cut for the Pro Football Hall of Fame (6:05) and some lea...

At times, it was ugly. At times, it was brutal. In the end, the Colts came out on top. Matt Adams recaps Indy's 16-10 win over the Miami Dolphins, a victory that put the Colts above .500 for the first time this season. He'll look at key moments, top plays and break down Anthony Richardson's topsy-turvy game. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (14:20) and Richardson (25:55).

The Colts have a shot at notching a winning record as they host the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium. Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams have plenty to talk about during the latest Colts Blue Zone Podcast. The show starts with a recap of the Colts-Titans game (2:55) before the guys address the "debate" over quarterbacks Anthony Richardson and Joe Flacco (11:10). After that, the team p...

It wasn't pretty, but the Colts moved to 3-3 with a road win against divisional foe Tennessee. Some late defensive stops--and heroics from Michael Pittman Jr.--earned Indy its third win in four games. Matt Adams looks at some of the key moments that made the difference in his weekly game recap. Hear from head coach Shane Steichen (11:48 ) and quarterback Joe Flacco (26:50).

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams briefly recap the Jaguars loss (2:45--Dave's streak remains intact), discuss a less-than-ideal injury report that now includes Michael Pittman Jr. (8:00) and size up this week's opponent, the Tennessee Titans (29:11). Will the Colts be able to take advantage of some Will Levis turnovers? Find out with this...

While the Colts made it close, the result was the same...another road loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Indy's defense turned a struggling Trevor Lawrence into an MVP-caliber quarterback as the Jags are winless no more. Matt Adams discusses Sunday's loss and how the Colts nearly pulled off a miracle. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (12:13) and quarterback Joe Flacco (23:33).

The injury list is long as the Colts prepare to head to the Cursed Earth of Jacksonville (EverBank Stadium) to take on the Jaguars. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams talk about it all in this week's Blue Zone Podcast. The show starts off with a discussion of Indy's infamous losing road streak against Jacksonville before the crew delves into Matt Gay's kicking struggles (10:50) and Antho...