The James Boyd Podcast

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss the league's upcoming free agency period. Will Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard break from his conservative approach and spend big for a difference-maker? What about in-house free agents like Will Fries and Dayo Odeyingbo? The Colts could look a lot different one week from now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap the Colts' latest developments at the NFL Scouting Combine. No. 1 on the list? GM Chris Ballard declaring an "open" QB competition with Anthony Richardson. Boyd and Ayello also discuss Ballard's (perhaps changed?) approach to free agency and new DC Lou Anarumo's influence on Indy's team-building process. Hosted by Simplecast, a...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Boyd's 10-step offseason plan to fix the Colts. These steps address several needs regarding the team's roster, including the additions of former Giants QB Daniel Jones via free agency and former Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simpl...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Boyd's first mock draft of the offseason, which includes the team selecting a quarterback on Day 3. They also analyzed Indy's potential cut candidates, most notably starting right tackle Braden Smith, and recapped a lopsided Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast,...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Boyd's first Colts big board for the 2025 NFL Draft, which features Penn State's Tyler Warren and Georgia's Malaki Starks among others. They also shared their thoughts on Sam Ehlinger's future with the Colts and agreed that Super Bowl parties are vastly overrated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello share their thoughts on the Colts' impending free agents, headlined by starting center Ryan Kelly. Has Indy's 2016 first-round pick played his last game for the franchise? Boyd and Ayello also discuss their first impressions of new Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, as well as the forthcoming Super Bowl rematch between the Kans...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and Cincinnati Bengals reporter Paul Dehner Jr. discuss Indianapolis' hiring of Lou Anarumo as its next defensive coordinator. Anarumo spent the last six seasons in Cincinnati, where he engineered a defense that gave Patrick Mahomes fits en route to a Super Bowl appearance in 2021 before the unit bottomed out in 2024. The Colts had a stagnant and porous defen...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello review the latest mock draft from The Athletic's Dane Brugler. Brugler projected that the Colts would select Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round, which would certainly fill one of Indy's biggest needs. Boyd and Ayello also discuss Boyd's first offseason mailbag and the Colts' ongoing defensive coordinator search. Lea...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Colts GM Chris Ballard's season-ending news conference. Ballard had no other option than to fall on the sword after Indianapolis finished 8-9 and missed the playoffs for a fourth straight year. "We're not close," the GM admitted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd is joined by former Colts beat writer Zak Keefer to discuss their latest story on the state of the franchise. The Colts used to be a perennial contender. Now, they're mired in mediocrity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap the Colts' embarrassing loss against the Giants that encapsulates another lost season for a flailing franchise. One Colts veteran recently told The Athletic the franchise has "no vision" as it heads into an offseason filled with questions, namely regarding the big three: GM Chris Ballard, head coach Shane Steichen and quarterba...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Jonathan Taylor's 218-yard rushing performance in Indianapolis' historic win over the Titans. The Colts currently have just a 14% chance of making the postseason, per The Athletic's NFL playoff projection model. However, they're still alive thanks to the team's first 300-yard rushing performance since the 1950s. Learn more abou...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap the Colts' embarrassing loss at Denver that will likely cost them a playoff berth. As the end of another mediocre campaign approaches, it's probably time to start taking a big picture look at the team and the person who built it: GM Chris Ballard.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by S...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello preview the Colts' game against the Broncos. The Week 15 matchup is arguably the biggest game of Anthony Richardson's career as Indianapolis' playoff hopes hang in the balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss the Colts' come-from-behind win over the Patriots that featured more late-game heroics from Anthony Richardson. The young QB's poise on Indy's final drive, which spanned 19 plays and 80 yards, plus his game-winning two-point conversion, kept the team's playoff hopes alive. Up next? A must-win game at Denver when Indianapolis...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indy's loss against Detroit. QB Anthony Richardson's stat line wasn't pretty, but he was far from the biggest problem as the Colts' offensive line hardly did him any favors. Running back Jonathan Taylor has also become a non-factor in recent weeks, which begs the question: Are Indy's problems up front too much to overcome? Lear...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Anthony Richardson's redemptive return against the Jets. The 22-year-old QB had the best game of his NFL career and came up clutch in the fourth quarter to keep the Colts' playoff hopes alive. Now, the question is: Can Indianapolis do it again? Detroit is up next as Richardson, head coach Shane Steichen and the rest of the team...

Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss the Colts' seismic decision to make Anthony Richardson their starting quarterback again. After a two-week benching due to preparation issues, it's fair to question if Richardson truly learned his lesson. The 22-year-old must prove he's a changed man as Indianapolis, sitting at 4-6, tries to get hot and make the playoffs. Lear...

The Athletic's James Boyd previews his new podcast, "The James Boyd Podcast." What better way to return to the mic than when the Indianapolis Colts are in the middle of a potentially franchise-altering decision at quarterback? Just like old times, Boyd will be joined by his editor, Jim Ayello, and the first full episode is coming soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...