Colts Blue Zone Podcast

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...

The Colts rebounded from an 0-2 start to return to .500 after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Things got a little too close for comfort at the end, but the defense held thanks to an errant snap. Matt Adams recaps the game, which saw Anthony Richardson leave with an injury only for the ageless and elite Joe Flacco to save the day for Indy. Hear from coach Shane Steichen (19:33...

The Colts (1-2) face a 3-0 Pittsburgh Steelers squad after notching their first win in Week 3. Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell, and Matt Adams have a full preview in this week's Blue Zone Podcast. The show starts off with brief recap of Indy's win against Chicago (1:30) before the hosts have a lengthy discussion about Anthony Richardson's accuracy issues and why the current situation is not sustaina...

The Colts are winless no more, but it wasn't exactly pretty. Matt Adams recaps the team's 21-16 win against the Chicago Bears at Lucas Oil Stadium--a game that was "unwatchable" at times. The defense forced three turnovers, finished with four sacks and had a key goal line stand (stop it with the speed option, already!). Jonathan Taylor paced the offense while Anthony Richardson flashed his truly e...

It wasn't pretty in Green Bay, and now the Colts will try to avoid an 0-3 start as they welcome the Chicago Bears to Lucas Oil Stadium. In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams dive into the team's problems in Green Bay and explain why Chicago and Indianapolis are meeting each other at an opportune time for both clubs. Show order: Bryce Young ben...

The Colts suffered a disastrous setback in Week 2 against the Packers. Missed tackles, dropped passes, turnovers, penalties and injuries typified the afternoon. Basically, if it could go wrong, it did go wrong against the Packers. Matt Adams looks at the Lambeau disaster and what the team needs to do to get back on track. Hear from head coach Shane Steichen (15:37) and quarterback Anthony Richards...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, we look ahead to Week 2's big game against the Green Bay Packers. The Colts have a chance to take a Lambeau Leap with a win. The show starts with the crew's reaction to Indy's Week 1 loss to Houston (:40) and the ups and downs Colts fans will see from Anthony Richardson (4:00). After that, it's a discussion about Juju Brents' injury, its impact on th...

Again, the Houston Texans came into Lucas Oil Stadium and handed the Colts a difficult loss. It continued Indy's frustrating Week 1 winless streak. Some things went right--mostly big plays on offense--while the defense disappointed and the ground game ground to a halt. Also, what the heck happened before halftime? Here's the show rundown: Thoughts on defense (1:11) Thoughts on offense (12:30) Pre-...

Football is back, baby! In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, the team looks ahead to Indy's home opener against the AFC South defending champion Houston Texans. We'll discuss the statuses of Colts kicker Matt Gay (5:05) and wide receiver Josh Downs (11:24), take a closer look at the Houston Texans (22:53) and lament the Colts' winless streak in season openers (36:14). Plus: Zaire Frankl...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, the team has plenty to discuss, including cut day, GM Chris Ballard's news conference, and additional notes on the team. The show starts off with notes from Thursday's practice and a look at the numerous Colts captains (1:00). After that, strap in for a lengthy discussion of Chris Ballard's news conference on cut day (7:30), with numerous topics incl...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams discuss Tuesday's joint practice against the Cincinnati Bengals. Did the offense look as rough as some reports suggested (:43)? What's going on at safety (9:30?) Plus: Raekwon Davis returns (14:14), some brief Gardner Minshew news (17:40), Jelani Woods' injury could provide some clarity at tight end (18:34), some other in...

Colts training camp in Westfield wrapped up with two days of joint practices against the Arizona Cardinals. Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams talk about it all in this week's Blue Zone Podcast. The show starts off with a look at a personnel move the Colts DIDN'T make but the Atlanta Falcons did (2:30) and what it means for Indy's secondary. The guys then delve into what's going on with...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams look ahead at the team's first preseason game, discuss a significant injury concern and break down the "unofficial depth chart." The show starts on a decidedly downbeat note, as second-year receiver Josh Downs suffers an ankle injury during 7-on-7 work at camp after a tackle from safety Nick Cross. How lon...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams dive into updates on Jim Irsay and all the action from training camp. The show begins with a discussion about Samson Ebukam's season-ending injury and its impact on first-round pick Laiatu Latu (2:10) before we delve into an update on Colts owner Jim Irsay, who made his first public appearance in months at...

Football is back--or at the very least, training camp has arrived! Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams take a look at the action from Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield in this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast. It's all good vibes as the Colts enter the season as healthy as they've ever been (2:58) with just a couple players being held out of training camp. The hosts also discuss the signing of...