Colts Blue Zone Podcast

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...

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...