Colts Blue Zone Podcast

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams look ahead at this week's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Colts haven't won a road game against Jacksonville since 2014, when Andrew Luck threw four touchdown passes in a 44-17 romp. Is it streak-busting time? The Blue Zone crew has plenty to talk about! First, they discuss the quarterback situa...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Matt Adams looks back at the Colts' 23-16 win over the Tennessee Titans. Learn how Zack Moss and the Colts bullied the Titans' defense (1:34) and hear from coach Shane Steichen (7:25). The good vibes are tempered by the injury to rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson (14:30), but Gardner Minshew is there to help steady the ship (19:20). Plus: the key...

This bonus episode contains audio from Jonathan Taylor's news conference on Oct. 5, 2023. The disgruntled running back returned to practice for the Colts this week and addressed his health. He would not talk about his contract or answer questions about his trade request.

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and Matt Adams react to comments from Jonathan Taylor, who returned to practice this week. Will JT play Sunday? Does he want to be in Indianapolis? Is he really healthy? After that, the team previews Indy's upcoming home game against the Tennessee Titans (28:17) before we get to score predictions (53:15).

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Matt Adams recaps the Colts' overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams. The show starts off with a look at some key plays and players before transitioning to coach Shane Steichen's postgame comments (7:50). After that, Matt explores the blueprint for the Colts' big comeback and how it fell apart late in the fourth quarter and into overtime (13:40). The s...

The Colts now sit alone atop the AFC South standings at they get ready to host the L.A. Rams at Lucas Oil Stadium. In this episode, the Colts Blue Zone team looks back at the dramatic overtime win in Baltimore (3:50) and discusses the impressive play of the Colts' front seven so far (20:46). After that, it's time for a look at the injury report, with the Colts fully expecting to have QB Anthony Ri...

The Indianapolis Colts surprised just about everyone--including the hosts of this very podcast--by beating the Ravens on the road in Baltimore. All it took was overtime, some breaks, and a historically great performance from an NFL kicker. Matt Adams recaps some of the key players and moments from the game (1:09) before playing Shane Steichen's postgame news conference (4:51). After that, it's a l...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams talks all things Indianapolis Colts. The show starts off with a discussion about concussions for Anthony Richardson and Ryan Kelly (3:00) before the team recaps the Colts' Week 2 win over the Houston Texans (16:30). After some roster notes (21:00), it's onto a discussion of the latest Pro Football Hall of...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Matt Adams looks back at the first win of the Shane Steichen-Anthony Richardson era. The Colts topped the Texans 31-20 in an AFC South clash, thanks to an efficient offense, a solid running game, and constant defensive pressure. Hear from head coach Shane Steichen (9:46) and valuable insurance policy Gardner Minshew (18:14).

Rookie quarterbacks collide as the Indianapolis Colts travel to NRG Stadium to take on the Houston Texans. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and Matt Adams discuss the latest happenings with the team ahead of the AFC South showdown. They start off the show by recapping the Colts' season opener against the Jaguars (2:00) before covering some injury news (11:40) and roster updates (24:00). After that,...

The Anthony Richardson era has arrived! In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Matt Adams looks at AR's debut in the Colts' season-opening loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars. What did the team do well? Where did it struggle? Plus: post-game comments from head coach Shane Steichen (6:50) and QB Anthony Richardson (14:43), the perils of running back-by-committee (22:37), thoughts on the...

Time for kickoff! In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell, and Matt Adams look ahead at the Colts' season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. They discuss some injury news regarding Shaq Leonard and Zack Moss (2:00), take a look at the "unofficial" depth chart (9:30), and break down the Colts' Week 1 opponent (13:46). Plus: A look at the rookie quarterbac...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams discuss the inescapable saga surrounding running back Jonathan Taylor. Colts GM Chris Ballard weighed in this week, striking a conciliatory note and admitting, as we all know, that the situation "sucks" for absolutely everyone (2:00). Are there any solutions in sight? Will someone flinch and bring an end t...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, we have fights, trade rumors, impending roster cuts, and one more preseason game! Mike Chappell and Matt Adams cover the latest with Jonathan Taylor (2:58), look ahead at the team's final preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles (16:40), and make some roster prognostications ahead of the August 29 roster cut (25:13). Dave Griffiths, on assignme...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, the team takes a look at a monumental decision for the Colts franchise, breaks down preseason and joint practices, and discusses some assorted roster notes and changes. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and Matt Adams start off the show (2:30) with news about Colts receiver and special teams ace Ashton Dulin, who suffered a season-ending ACL injury. Aft...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, the team looks ahead at the first preseason game and discusses the ever-evolving running back situation. With Jonathan Taylor's contract dispute and injuries to backups, the Colts added one running back and could sign another (6:50). Plus: Injury notes from training camp (20:21), the "unofficial depth chart" sees its release (23:50), a look at how mu...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell, and Matt Adams discuss the stalemate involving star running back Jonathan Taylor (1:00) and Jim Irsay's reaction (8:12). Chap explains why Michael Pittman Jr.'s contract situation is vastly different (14:23). Plus, Anthony Richardson has a "procedure" and is even larger than advertised (18:30), we highlight standout tra...

In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, the team's back together! Mike Chappell rejoins the show to talk all things Colts with Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams. This week, the hosts focus on the escalating situation regarding Jonathan Taylor's contract (1:20) and the impact Jim Irsay's tweet may have on the whole thing. Plus: all draft picks sign (23:23), Shaq Leonard's back (25:00), assorted...

With Indianapolis Colts training camp just a week away, the Blue Zone crew delves into running back contracts (4:06) and the value of Jonathan Taylor to the team. That leads into a robust discussion about the five most "indispensable" players for the Indianapolis Colts (29:34), with Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams offering their picks ahead of the 2023 season.

In this episode, Matt Adams provides an update on the signing status of the Colts' draft picks (:47), takes a closer look at the training camp schedule (1:58), and discusses a major ESPY nomination for the Colts' "Kicking the Stigma" campaign (4:05). After that, it's time for a "cup of coffee" (4:46). Matt runs down an ESPN article about short-lived NFL careers with some surprising local ties to I...

The Indianapolis Colts waived Isaiah Rodgers after the NFL indefinitely suspended the Colts cornerback for violating the league's gambling policy. We also learned a second Colts player, Rashod Berry, earned an indefinite suspension for betting on the NFL. Matt Adams briefly breaks down the punishments and takes a quick look at the team's training camp schedule (3:43) in this edition of the podcast...

The Colts have a few weeks off before training camp starts in Westfield. In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths shares interviews with Indianapolis Colts personnel, putting the focus on coach Shane Steichen and the quarterbacks. First, Steichen discusses offseason work and the end of minicamp (1:38). The Colts ended minicamp early after a pair of linemen successfully fielde...

And just like that, offseason work is over for the Indianapolis Colts. The team will enjoy a few weeks off before reporting for training camp at Grand Park in late July. In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and Matt Adams discuss the early end to minicamp (6:55), a major injury (8:44), an offseason disappointment (10:17), and an offseason surprise (13:10)....

Dark clouds hang over West 56th Street amid gambling allegations involving Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers. In this episode, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and producer Matt Adams break down the accusations against Rodgers, who's under investigation for violating the league's gambling policy. What could the possible punishment be? Will the NFL bring down the hammer on Rodgers to send...

In this episode, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and producer Matt Adams highlight the Colts' work during OTAs. Who suited up? Who was on the sidelines? But first, some NFL news: the Cardinals' release of wide receive DeAndre Hopkins (2:53) and the Colts' chances of landing him (pretty much zero) and Jimmy Garoppolo's injury situation (9:20) with the Raiders. Plus: Jim Irsay's Million Dollar Schedu...