Colts Blue Zone Podcast

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and producer Matt Adams discuss NFL rule changes and Organized Team Activities. They start with a quick discussion on a couple recent roster moves (3:00) and shift gears to the resolution of the Andrew Luck tampering case (6:30). Dave reveals his "mystery podcast topic" (it's Jim Irsay's controversial top five all-time...

In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths, and producer Matt Adams take a look at the newly released schedule (1:50), discuss the timeline for starting quarterback Anthony Richardson (11:14), and take a look at the signing status of the team's draft picks (15:48). Plus: Minshew the Mentor (21:00), Chap loves talking to Reggie Wayne (27:00), some "Quick Hits" of...

Now that free agency and the draft are behind us, it's time to evaluate how teams stack up in a new-look AFC South. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. The two then discuss takeaways from Colts minicamp (11:46). Next the fellas examine the changes made to each team in the AFC South, starting with the Colts (24:56) followed by the Jaguars (32:39), Titans (38:58) and Texans (46:3...

The 2023 NFL Draft has come and gone. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins start the show by discussing how the top of the draft fell. The fellas then go pick-by-pick through the Colts draft: QB Anthony Richardson (8:19), CB Julius Brents (28:29), WR Josh Downs (32:47), OT Blake Freeland (36:33), DL Adetomiwa Adebawore (40:13), CB Darius Rush (44:20), S Daniel Scott (45:59), TE Will Mallo...

The wait for the 2023 NFL Draft is nearly over! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news. The gang then gets you ready for Thursday's event with a pre-draft primer (8:13), discussing recent comments made by general manager Chris Ballard (16:44), investigating the latest draft rumors (23:52) and making predictions (33:22) on the first four picks, day 2 targets...

Next week the Colts will draft a quarterback in hopes that he can lead the franchise to glory. But who will it be? Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. The trio then discusses takeaways from Wednesday's press conference with Colts coordinators and players (15:55) before doing a deep dive on the draft's top QBs (33:13). Join us next week as we continue to discuss...

The NFL Draft is two weeks away, and the Colts could use help at wide receiver. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the latest draft chatter. The fellas then discuss takeaways from Indy's offseason workouts (20:30) and explore receivers the Colts should target in the draft (32:25). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason. And follow t...

The Colts must upgrade their offensive line if they hope to improve in 2023. The gang starts the show by discussing the latest news on Indy's quarterback hunt. The fellas then break down the current state of the offensive line (17:15) and explore which o-line prospects the Colts could target in the draft (31:39). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason. And follow the Colt...

Should the Colts trade for quarterback Lamar Jackson, who made headlines this week by making his trade demand public? Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by breaking down the situation and dissecting what Chris Ballard and Jim Irsay had to say about it at the NFL owners meetings. After Jackson, Dave and Joe discuss other notable comments Ballard made this week (29:44) before examining wh...

We're two weeks into free agency, and the NFL landscape looks different. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the moves Indianapolis has made. The gang then takes a look at what the rest of the AFC South has done (32:42) and what the Colts need to do next (53:41). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason. And follow the Colts Blue Zone...

NFL free agency is upon us, and with it comes major roster changes. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the impact of the Panthers trading up for the No. 1 overall draft pick. The fellas then dive into free agency by discussing the Colts' moves thus far (19:26). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @Colts...

What a time for NFL news! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the Colts' new special teams coordinator. The gang then dives into news around the AFC South (2:08), franchise tags (12:05), the Lamar Jackson situation and QBs who got paid. Next the fellas recap the Combine (30:06) and preview free agency (41:13). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the C...

The NFL Combine is here! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including coaching staff hires, Carson Wentz's release (11:24) and the NFLPA's team report cards (16:12). The fellas then discuss what to watch for at the Combine (23:13) and break down what general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen had to say about drafting a quarterback (31:33) and...

Despite having the NFL's highest-paid offensive line, the Colts struggled to block anybody last season. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including Indy's coaching staff changes. The gang then dives into the Colts' o-line problems and what Indianapolis can do to improve the unit in 2023 (25:02). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason....

Shane Steichen is officially the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by providing background on Steichen. The fellas then discuss takeaways from his introductory press conference (11:06). To wrap things up, the gang discusses news, including Reggie Wayne and Dwight Freeney falling short of this year's Hall of Fame class (42:14). You ca...

Listen to the full press conference as owner Jim Irsay and general manager Chris Ballard introduce Shane Steichen as the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts.

Will the Colts spend big at wide receiver this offseason? Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news and make their NFL Honors picks (2:39). The gang then provides a coaching update (17:55) and breaks down Indy's wide receiver situation (28:27). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @Colts Blue Zone.

This offseason the Colts must find the right answer to their biggest problem: quarterback. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including surgery for Jonathan Taylor. The trio then provides a coaching search update (14:28) and breaks down Indy's QB options (30:03). Join us next week as we continue to discuss the Colts' offseason moves. And follow the Colts Blue Z...

Indianapolis has several key contributors set to hit free agency this offseason. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. They then provide an update on the Colts' head coach search (4:40) and dive into which impending free agents Indy should re-sign and which they should let walk (26:58). Join us next week as the gang discusses quarterbacks. And follow the Colts Blu...

The coaching search is on in Indianapolis, with several candidates having already been interviewed and several more to come. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including the impact of C.J. Stroud's last-minute draft declaration. The fellas then dive head first into the Colts' head coach candidates: Bubba Ventrone (18:37), Ben Johnson (24:33), Aaron Glenn (26:22...

Mercifully, the Colts' 2022 season has come to an end. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by wrapping up Indy's 4-12-1 season. The gang then does their best to explain how a team with so much promise fell into such disarray (11:53). Next the fellas break down the Colts' draft situation (25:23) and finish the show by discussing Jeff Saturday and the head coach search (44:0...

The Colts end their season with the Texans in a game that could have a major impact on draft order. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by sharing their thoughts on the terrifying Damar Hamlin situation. The gang then discusses Hall of Fame news with two former Colts being named among the 15 finalists for this year's class (15:17). Next the fellas preview Sunday's season f...

The Colts didn't put up much of a fight Sunday against the Giants. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by reacting to the hit – and ensuing celebration – that ended Nick Foles' season. They then quickly recap the game (9:25), discuss takeaways (19:06) and check in on draft position with just one week to go (27:35). Join us Thursday as we preview the Colts' season finale vs the Texans. And...

The Colts head to New York having lost five in a row. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by shooting the breeze about how rough of a season it has been. They then find their focus long enough to discuss an upcoming Hall of Fame development involving three Colts greats (9:10). Next the gang previews the Colts' matchup with the Giants by discussing injuries (14:44), breakin...

Nick Foles and the Colts' offense struggled mightily in Monday night's 20-3 loss to the Chargers. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by quickly recapping the game. The pair then discusses takeaways (8:34), Chris Ballard's status with the Colts (28:16) and draft position (39:16). Join us Thursday as we preview Indy's matchup with the Giants. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @Colt...