Indianapolis Colts Podcasts

Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier talk with NFL Draft Insiders Jordan Reid from ESPN.com and Eric Edholm from NFL.com at the NFL Combine. Reid discusses where the Colts can get more explosive on offense and why he wouldn’t shy away from drafting Georgia tight end Brock Bowers if he is available with the 15th overall pick. Edholm breaks down the Colts’ biggest needs heading into the draft and lays out Michael Pittman’s options if he hits the free agent market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're live from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis! Time to preview the expectations for what Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen will say during their press conferences on Wednesday. Plus, NFL Network analyst and writer Daniel Jeremiah joins the podcast to talk about where the Colts are and looking at the 2024 NFL Draft class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series rolls on as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier go all-in on the free agency of punter Rigoberto Sanchez who has been with the Colts since 2017. The crew discusses Sanchez being a reliable player, his ability to directional punt and flip field position in favor of the Colts, and lastly, debates the value of a veteran punter in 2024 and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor are back this week on The Last Word, the offseason radio home of the Colts. Jeffrey and Matt preview the NFL Combine beginning next week in Indianapolis and break down how the quarterback depth in this draft class will impact the Colts. The fellas discuss what they want to hear from Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard when they take to the podium next week and chat with ESPN NFL and fantasy football insider Field Yates regarding some possible upcoming moves by the Colts in free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier return with the Free Agent Preview Podcast series as they examine the free agency of safety Julian Blackmon. The crew recaps Blackmon’s 2023 season making the switch from free safety to strong safety, discuss his leadership role on defense the last four years, and debate whether the Colts can afford to lose both Blackmon and Kenny Moore II from the secondary in the same offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart is the topic of conversation on this edition of the Free Agent Preview Podcast series. Matt Taylor, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier break down Grover’s impact in the running game and what his absence meant to the Colts defense for six games last season, and discuss how difficult Grover would be to replace to the Colts’ defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz dive into the biggest questions the Colts will answer in the next few months, including the decision on Michael Pittman Jr., if a big splash is coming at wide receiver or tight end and what happens with Anthony Richardson's backup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series continues as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier dive into the free agency profile of cornerback Kenny Moore II, the longest-tenured player on the Colts defense. The crew breaks down Moore’s 2023 season and his leadership in a very young cornerback room last season and debate if the Colts and other teams will view him like an “outside cornerback” in free agency in comparison to a nickel corner when it comes to signing a new contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor return on The Last Word this week, the offseason radio home of the Colts. The guys talk about the franchise tag window coming up next week and whether Michael Pittman Jr would be a candidate to receive it from the Colts. The fellas also talk about Anthony Richardson throwing again during his rehab in Florida and what that means for his return to the Colts in spring workouts. And finally, the guys welcome in former Colt defensive end Dwight Freeney who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame later this summer. Freeney discusses his emotions of finding out the big news, where his legendary spin move came from and how the Hall of Fame has changed his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series continues as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier dive into the free agency profile of running back Zack Moss, who led the Colts in rushing in 2023. They analyze Moss’ professionalism and versatility to fit whatever role asked of him the last two seasons. The team debates whether Moss can be a starting running back on the open market and how valuable it is to have a quality back to complement Jonathan Taylor next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast discusses Gardner Minshew’s 2023 season and whether other teams might consider him a starting quarterback option. The team also dives into Minshew’s professionalism for the Colts last season and emphasizes the value of having a reliable backup quarterback as shown across the NFL last season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz digest the Chiefs' Super Bowl win over the 49ers and dive into how the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee is missing the mark with Reggie Wayne's Canton case. Then, JJ is joined by Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema to get the lay of the NFL land heading into a pivotal offseason for the Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast is back this offseason breaking down key in-house free agents for the Colts. Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and JJ Stankevitz discuss Michael Pittman Jr.’s 2023 season and how he stacks up to other big name free agent wide receivers around the NFL, and examine Pittman’s value in the Colts offense, his potential with Anthony Richardson as his quarterback, and how the Colts might perceive Pittman's fit and skill set heading into his second contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor return with The Last Word this week to celebrate former Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney going into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The crew discusses why Reggie Wayne is still on the outside looking in on getting into Canton and Ty Dunne, founder of Go Long, gives his thoughts on the expectations for the Colts moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz catches up with Colts great Robert Mathis for insight on Dwight Freeney's Hall of Fame career both on and off the field. Mathis explains how Freeney was a pioneer with diet and exercise, the moment his respect for Freeney went "through the roof" and the defining quality of No. 98's Canton-worthy time in the NFL. Mathis also gives his thoughts on Reggie Wayne falling short of the Hall of Fame and Adam Vinatieri's case for Canton in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz celebrate award season by handing out hardware for their favorite plays, top players and biggest moments from the 2023 Colts season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor are back this week on The Last Word, the offseason radio home of the Colts. The guys discuss some offseason free agency priorities and the upcoming Super Bowl matchup on a round of “fact or fiction.” The fellas also chat with NFL insider Tyler Dragon from USA Today regarding some NFL coaching moves and the Colts’ potential in the AFC South next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz dive into what the Colts can learn from the AFC and NFC Championships over the weekend, from the use of analytics to Patrick Mahomes being the final boss of the AFC. The crew also discusses the challenges of live TV broadcasts, appreciating the work of broadcasters Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen, and examines what's next for Michael Pittman Jr. in the coming weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The offseason radio home of the Colts, The Last Word, returns this week with Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor breaking down what to expect from the Colts in the offseason. Longtime NFL insider and Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Clark Judge, joins to break down this weekend's conference championship games and discuss the chances of former Colts Reggie Wayne and Dwight Freeney being inducted into Canton later this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Larra Overton are joined by Colts radio analyst and longtime NFL coach Rick Venturi, who worked with Bill Belichick and Nick Saban with the 1994 Cleveland Browns, to reflect on the legendary careers of both coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Word, the offseason radio show talking all things Colts, is back this week as Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor hand out some end-of-the-season awards to Colts players from the 2023 season and preview this weekend’s NFL playoff schedule. The guys put the latest Colts campaign into perspective with Brad Spielberger from Pro Football Focus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Word, the offseason radio show talking all things Colts, returns as Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier recap Anthony Richardson and Chris Ballard’s end of season press conferences and where they feel the most optimism heading into the offseason coming off a 9-8 record in 2023. The fellas also discuss why they are confident in Richardson’s ability to play smart and injury-free starting in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Taylor, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier discuss the most important things they heard from quarterback Anthony Richardson and general manager Chris Ballard on Thursday, including why Richardson won't change his playing style and why the Colts retained defensive coordinator Gus Bradley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts 2023 season came to an end last weekend. Matt Taylor, Larra Overton and Bill Brooks lament their disappointment for the conclusion of the season and lay the groundwork for what’s going to be a very busy offseason. The crew discusses what Shane Steichen and the players had to say in the locker room on the final day of the season and what offseason storylines they are most interested in following over the next few months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the final edition of Colts Roundtable Live for the 2023 season, Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to break down the Colts’ long-term quarterback situation, the weapons returning at receiver and the overall defensive scheme on a segment called “How do you view it?” The guys take questions from Colts fans on the future of Gardner Minshew and the team’s play call on fourth and one late in the game against Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down a handful of game-changing plays in the Colts' 23-19 loss to the Texans, including Gardner Minshew II's incompletion to Tyler Goodson and three missed opportunities on defense. The guys also look at how Jonathan Taylor left a strong final impression, even in Saturday night's loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts take on the Houston Texans in a “win-and-in" regular season finale on Saturday night. Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier discuss where both teams have evolved since their week two battle, why CJ Stroud is one of the best young quarterbacks in the game, and what the Colts defense must do to limit the Texans' big plays in the passing game. Voice of the Texans, Marc Vandermeer, joins the podcast on Behind Enemy Lines to give us an idea of how the Texans have made a quick turnaround under first-year head coach DeMeco Ryans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Football with Rick Venturi is back for the final time in the regular season with a preview of the “win and you’re in” week 18 battle between the Colts and the Texans. Rick joins Matt Taylor to dive into how the Texans have evolved since the Colts last saw them in week 2, and what the Colts must do to slow down CJ Stroud and the Texans offense in prime time on Saturday Night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen joins Colts Roundtable Live tonight to recap the victory over the Raiders and talk about how he’s getting the team ready for a “win and you’re in” game against the Texans in week 18. Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to break down the areas that must show up against Houston for the Colts to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2020 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz draft the Colts players and coaches who've had a significant impact on the team's playoff push and look ahead to Saturday's win-and-in game against the Houston Texans. Tight end Kylen Granson sits down with JJ to chat about a big week in Indianapolis, his impressions of Gardner Minshew II and his foundation, KG's Kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down how the Colts beat the Raiders to earn a win-and-in game against the Houston Texans in Week 18. The guys look at two big passing plays in the first half and the impact of Michael Pittman Jr.'s return and also examine how Gus Bradley pieced together a depleted Colts' secondary and how Shane Steichen's culture brought Indy to the brink of a playoff appearance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts return home this weekend as they welcome the Las Vegas Raiders for a critical week 17 game. Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier break down why the game holds so much weight in the Colts’ playoff hopes and discuss the team’s up-and-down nature heading into the season's final two games in “feast or famine." Colts safety Rodney Thomas joins the podcast to discuss the leadership role he’s taking on in the secondary following the loss of Julian Blackmon for the remainder of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns in Week 17 getting you ready for a New Year’s Eve battle with the 7-8 Las Vegas Raiders. Rick joins Matt Taylor to discuss why the Raiders are playing their best football of the season under interim coach Antonio Pierce and explains why the Raiders are a dangerous team after the defense held the Chiefs to 14 points and a strong run game that put up 157 yards on Christmas Day in Kansas City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head coach Shane Steichen joins Colts Roundtable Live tonight to break down the areas of a letdown against the Falcons on Sunday and the sense of urgency the team must have in the final two games of the season to make the playoffs. Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to discuss some of the team’s issues against the Falcons on a segment of “take your pick,” and field questions from Colts fans disappointed following the loss on Christmas Eve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Larra Overton sift through playoff scenarios, look at why the Colts have had an up-and-down month of December, and break down what Indy must do to earn a spot in the playoffs for the first time since 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz breaks down the Colts' 29-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, from what went wrong on both sides of the ball in Week 16 to how the Colts digested the defeat in the postgame locker room. JJ also looks at where Sunday's results leave the Colts in the race for the AFC South and AFC playoff picture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts hit the road for the final time this season to battle the Falcons as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier get you ready for game day. The guys debate some potential areas of concern heading into week 16 on “something or nothing” including the health of Jonathan Taylor and Michael Pittman Jr., slow starts the last few weeks, and some troubles on special teams. Lastly, the crew dives into reasons why the Falcons give the Colts some concerns despite their 6-8 record, and Colts running back Trey Sermon joins the podcast to reflect on his big game against the Steelers and what it’s like preparing for games when you’re not receiving many first-team reps in practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns in Week 16 getting you ready for a Christmas Eve clash with the 6-8 Atlanta Falcons. Rick joins Matt Taylor to discuss the Falcons’ quarterback change and how that might jumpstart their sluggish offense his week with Taylor Heinicke under center and explains why the Falcons defense might be one of the best units that the Colts have faced all year and why that has the chance to keep them in the game on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz wrap up the Colts' Week 15 win over the Steelers and look at where things are going in a suddenly-tight AFC South. The crew also looks at Pro Bowl cases for a few players and Pro Football Focus' Brad Spielberger hops on the pod to explain his short- and long-term optimism for Shane Steichen and the Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of Colts Roundtable Live, head coach Shane Steichen recaps the win over the Steelers and discusses how role players have prepared to play big minutes this season due to key injuries on both sides of the ball. Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to discuss how the Colts were able to bully the Steelers on their way to their eighth win of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down the Colts 30-13 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers and why it was one of Shane Steichen's best-coached games of the season. The guys analyze what went right for the Colts' run game, even without Zack Moss, and Bill lends his perspective on how D.J. Montgomery bounced back to come up with a key touchdown. The crew also looks at what Saturday's win means in the AFC playoff picture and what it can do for the Colts moving forward into December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Official Colts Podcast, Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier get you ready for a pivotal game on Saturday between the 7-6 Colts and the 7-6 Steelers. The fellas look at some bold statements and decide if they’re “all in” on those declarations going into an important game that holds several playoff implications. The guys discuss the Colts’ struggles in the running game, the impact that Steelers’ edge rushers Alex Highsmith and TJ Watt might have on the game, and the elite consistency of Michael Pittman Jr. on some “hidden figures” going into Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns in Week 15 getting you ready for a showdown against the 7-6 Pittsburgh Steelers. Rick joins Matt Taylor to discuss how, like the Colts, the Steelers are hanging around in the AFC playoff hunt, and how their ability to run the ball lately makes them dangerous on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium and explains why the Steelers defense is so stingy and what the Colts must do to open up their sluggish running game late in the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz sift through all the twists and turns of the AFC playoff race and look at a few areas where the Colts need to improve to solidify their shot at playing postseason football for the first time since the 2020 season and look ahead to Saturday's pivotal matchup against the Steelers and goes in-depth on if Cincinnati chili is good or not.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen joins Colts Roundtable Live tonight to break down what went wrong against the Bengals in week 13, and how the team is prepared to fight back this weekend against the Steelers on a short week. Also, Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to discuss the areas that need addressing this week on offense and defense and they take questions from Colts fans on the state of the team as they’re in a logjam with five other teams that share a 7-6 record with four games to play in the regular season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down the Colts' 34-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, looking at their concerns about the run game to how Cincinnati's screen game had an impact on the entire afternoon. The guys also look at the updated AFC playoff picture and where the Colts stand after a wild Week 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts hit the road again this weekend to face off against the 6-6 Cincinnati Bengals. Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier dive into the playoff implications, the battle of backup quarterbacks between Gardner Minshew and Jake Browning, the return of Grover Stewart to the Colts defense and Michael Pittman Jr.’s recent dominant play. The fellas breakdown the Colts' special teams play in Nashville last week with Tony Brown who made one of the plays of the game against the Titans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns as Rick joins Matt Taylor to recap the wild overtime win in Tennessee and to preview what the 6-6 Bengals have in store this Sunday in a game that could have big AFC playoff implications. Venturi discusses the Jake Browning led Cincinnati offense and explains how the Bengals defense has made adjustments from last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Larra Overton recap a wild 48 hours in the AFC playoff race and look at why the teams that best handle playing a backup quarterback are in the best position to make a postseason run. JJ and Larra are also joined by Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for a chat on his role on Shane Steichen's staff, what he's seen from the team in 2023 and how he grew as a coach in the years between being the Detroit Lions' OC and being hired in that role with the Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen joins Colts Roundtable Live tonight to break down the wild overtime win over the Titans and the team's resiliency during the four-game winning streak. Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor to discuss Alec Pierce’s big play ability, Michael Pittman’s season-long consistency, and the success of the special teams unit on Sunday in Nashville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.