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NFL Scouting Combine Preview | The Last Word

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, is back this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. The show opens with a discussion about the NFL’s franchise tag window and whether it makes sense for the Colts to use the tag this offseason (2:14), then the guys are joined by NFL Draft analyst Jacob Infante of Pro Football Network to preview the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine and break down several prospects who could be on the Colts’ radar in April’s NFL Draft (12:48). To close out the show, Matt delivers this week’s “Taylor’s Tidbits,” with a special focus on storylines and players to watch at the NFL Combine (33:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 202635 min

Ep 42The NFL franchise tag (and transition tag), explained | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz dives into the "soft launch" of the NFL's 2026 offseason with an explainer of what the franchise tag and transition tag are, how they can be used and who the Colts could look to tag ahead of free agency in a few weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 202623 min

Charles Arbuckle Details Colts Offseason Primer | The Last Word

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor diving into “Things You’d Love to See,” in a Valentine’s Day-themed segment (1:56). Matt Taylor catches up with Charles Arbuckle, former Colts tight end and current Colts Radio Analyst, to talk about what the Colts offseason and free agency could look like on the latest installment of 'The Buck Stops Here' (12:03). Lastly, Matt gives his ‘Taylor’s Tidbits’ with a emphasis on the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks (27:15).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 202630 min

Ep 41The time a PLANE CRASHED into the Colts' stadium after a playoff game | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined on this week's episode of The Colts Show by John Ziemann, who in 1976 was the leader of the Colt Marching Band and witnessed a small propeller plane crash into the upper deck of Memorial Stadium following a playoff loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The pilot escaped with minor injuries and no fans were injured in the crash. This is the story of, yes, the time a plane crashed into the Colts' stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 202620 min

The Last Word: Vinatieri’s enshrinement and the Wayne Hall of Fame debate

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Matt Taylor and Larra Overton reacting to the Hall of Fame induction of former Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri and debating why former Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne remains on the outside looking in (3:12). They also discuss Michael Pittman Jr.'s comments at the Super Bowl about staying in Indianapolis and finishing his current contract, despite a dip in his 2025 numbers (11:28) and to close the show, welcome Andy Matis from the Colts' Youth Football Department to talk about their efforts to bring the third annual NFL Flag Football Championships to Westfield this summer (22:45).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 202645 min

Adam Vinatieri Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame | Instant Reaction

Instant Reaction returns with Casey Vallier and Colts Ring of Honor Wide Receiver Bill Brooks react to Adam Vinatieri being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. They started off by talking about the resume of Vinny ultimately leading into the induction into Canton. (4:20) They guys discussed how impressive his almost 2 careers were with 10 years in New England and 14 years in Indianapolis (11:48) Lastly, Casey and Bill talked about how Reggie Wayne was left out of the Hall of Fame for the 7th straight season (12:32).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 202623 min

Ep 40Colts offensive line coach Tony Sparano Jr. on O-line play, coaching philosophy & player development | The Colts Show

On this week's episode of The Colts Show, JJ Stankevitz sits down with Colts offensive line coach Tony Sparano Jr. to break down offensive line play and coaching at the NFL level. Sparano starts by explaining common misconceptions of fans and media about evaluating offensive line play (0:44), then shares what it's like coaching All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson and what makes him special (6:08). The conversation then dives into Sparano's coaching style and philosophy (16:01) before closing with a personal reflection on the lasting impact his late father, Tony Sparano Sr., and the importance of balancing coaching with fatherhood (27:55).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 202632 min

Joe Reitz Gives 2025 Colts Season Review | The Last Word

The Last Word, the offseason radio home of the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor, who open with a fast-pacedNo Huddle Offense, as the guys hit on several Colts offseason storylines in rapid-fire fashion (1:53). Former Colts offensive lineman and current Colts Radio Analyst Joe Reitz joins the show to put a bow on the 2025 season, break down the team’s pending free agents, and share what he’s learned from watching the NFL playoffs (12:03). To wrap things up, Matt delivers his 'Taylor’s Tidbits' with a special focus on Super Bowl LX (34:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 202637 min

Ep 20'Always Under-appreciated:' Jack Doyle catches up with former Colts LT Anthony Castonzo | The Jack Doyle Podcast

Former Colts tight end Jack Doyle is back for a special podcast episode with longtime Colts left tackle stalwart Anthony Castonzo. The two teammates catch up on how AC got into football (0:55) and reflect on some of their favorite memories together (5:00). Jack and AC then chat about what retirement is like (12:40) before getting into the current state of the Colts to close out the podcast (21:34).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202624 min

Ep 39Building a Colts offseason roadmap with Charles Arbuckle | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined by Charles Arbuckle, who called several Colts games on the radio with Matt Taylor this season, to break down a position-by-position roadmap for the Colts' 2026 offseason. The guys start with a look back at the 2025 season (1:18) before looking at Daniel Jones, Riley Leonard and the QBs (5:22). JJ and Charles dig into the Colts' run game (14:49) and how Tyler Warren impacted the Colts' offense, including Josh Downs (19:21). They then look at the dilemma facing the Colts with Alec Pierce (25:39) and questions about the right side of the offensive line (28:19) before taking a look at the Colts' defense and special teams for the rest of the podcast (31:43).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202645 min

Ep 3Colts Salary Cap Situation Heading into the Offseason | The Last Word

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. The show kicks off with reaction to the news that the NFL Scouting Combine will stay in Indianapolis through 2028 (5:21). Later, Spotrac Managing Editor Mike Ginnitti to break down the Colts' free agent outlook, including the futures of Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce and Nick Cross, along with a look at the team's currently salary cap situation (12:51). The show wraps up with Matt's ‘Taylor's Tidbits’ as he previews Championship weekend in the NFL (29:38).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 202632 min

Ep 38Edgerrin James on Jonathan Taylor, Indiana-Miami & media career | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined by Hall of Fame Colts running back Edgerrin James for a conversation that begins with the Miami-Indiana national championship game and the growth of football in the Hoosier State (0:30). Edge also gives his perspective on what he's seen from Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson as Colts Owners (5:51) and his view of Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones and the 2025 Colts (9:34). Finally, Edge gets into why he's begun exploring getting into the football media space, including an appearance on FOX NFL Sunday this year (18:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 202634 min

Ep 2Colts Will Move to Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center for Training Camp in 2027 | The Last Word

The Last Word, the off-season radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, is back this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. They begin by talking about the announcement on Friday that the Colts will host their final Training Camp at Grand Park in 2026 and will move to their practice facility and the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center starting in 2027 (1:07). Also, they talked about Tyler Warren being named to the Pro Bowl (5:46). They are joined by Max Chadwick, Football Analyst for Pro Football Focus, to talk about Daniel Jones as he hits free agency, the upcoming divisional round of the NFL playoffs and the matchup between Indiana and Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday Night (9:00). Lastly, Matt gives his ‘Taylor’s Tidbits’ heading into this weekend of football! (23:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 202628 min

Ep 192026 Colts offseason preview | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The Jack Doyle Podcast kicks off the offseason with Matt Taylor and Jack Doyle. Matt opens the show by asking Jack about the difficulty of locker clean-out day following the final game of the season (2:33). The conversation shifts to Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s message to fans and media, emphasizing the heightened sense of urgency moving forward (6:30) and Matt and Jack break down the key areas general manager Chris Ballard addressed with the media as the Colts head into the offseason and look ahead to 2026-2027 (17:50). To close the show, Jack gives his overall grade for a defense that was heavily impacted by injuries throughout the season (22:48), before wrapping up with the latest edition of “You Don’t Know Jack!” (41:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202649 min

Ep 372025 Season In Review | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined by Colts Reporter Larra Overton to dive into a season recap. They begin by breaking down the Colts' struggles to win close games (2:00) and examine whether the team's 8-2 start through the first 10 games is something the Colts can realistically replicate (12:55). Later the duo discusses Daniel Jones' play before his injury, in context of the team's decision to sign Philip Rivers (28:00) before closing with a big-picture conversation about whether it makes sense to run it back with Jones and head coach Shane Steichen in 2026 (35:27).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 202654 min

Ep 1Chris Ballard puts a close to the 2025 season | The Last Word

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, makes its return with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. The duo opens the show with key takeaways from Chris Ballard's end-of-season press conference (3:15), followed by a discussion on the reported mutual interest between the Colts and Daniel Jones and a return in 2026 (6:00). Casey and Matt breakdown what a younger, faster Colts defense could potentially look like after Ballard's comments on the future of the defense (11:00), and to wrap up, preview a busy Wild Card Weekend, highlighting the Packers-Bears and Bills-Jaguars matchups in Taylor’s Tidbits (21:42).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 202624 min

Ep 36Inside Carlie Irsay-Gordon's ownership style & decision to keep Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen | The Colts Show

The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue, who wrote an in-depth feature story on Colts Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon in December, joins JJ Stankevitz for a deep dive into Irsay-Gordon's ownership style (1:10) and how she is molding the Colts to be a different NFL franchise (12:40). Rodrigue explains her reaction to Irsay-Gordon's decision to retain general manager Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen (18:09) and what the future holds for the Colts under Irsay-Gordon's leadership (24:04).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 202634 min

Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s Message to the Fans | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live returns to put a bow on the Colts' 2025 season, which concluded with an 8-9 record. Colts owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon discusses the return of general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen, and shares a message to fans on how the season ended (5:05). Matt Taylor is joined by Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz as they lay out the Colts' New Year's resolutions heading into the 2026 season (20:40), before wrapping up the show by answering your fan questions in the Mailbag segment (45:58).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 202656 min

Recapping Riley Leonard’s first career start & disappointing end to Colts season | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier and Bill Brooks sit down to discuss the results of Week 18 and the conclusion of the Colts’ 2025 season. They begin by looking at rookie quarterback Riley Leonard’s impressive performance in his first career start (1:52) and Alec Pierce surpassing 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in a season in his career, as well as how valuable Pierce is to the Colts offense (7:40). Then, the guys take a broader look at how the season played out despite injuries to key players (13:37), and what the future looks like for the Colts (19:46).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 202625 min

Ep 18One-on-one with Philip Rivers | The Jack Doyle Podcast

**Special Edition of the Jack Doyle Podcast** Philip Rivers joins his former teammate Jack Doyle for a special edition of the Jack Doyle Podcast. Philip opens the show by explaining what motivated him to return to the game (0:51) and discusses how his familiarity with the playbook helped make the transition back much easier (7:36). Philip compares his first start back in Seattle to his very first NFL start, reflecting on the similarities and differences between the two moments (10:43). From there, the conversation shifts from reflection to X's and O's, as the guys break down their favorite routes and concepts in the offense (16:30). To wrap things up, Philip is asked if he thinks he could take Mo Alie-Cox in a game of hoops (22:50) and shares his appreciation on behalf of football fans everywhere for coming back and for the way he’s consistently carried himself throughout his career (24:33).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 202627 min

Ep 17New Year Resolutions for the Colts | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The guys open this week’s episode by recapping how Christmas went at the Jack Doyle household (1:20) and discuss how deflating it was to watch the Texans knock off the Chargers (3:38). Matt and Jack dive into the quarterback situation, including whether this may have been the final time we see Philip Rivers on the field and how they thought he performed (14:30). The conversation shifts to the possibility of Riley Leonard making his first career start (21:34) and to wrap things up, they break down the three biggest reasons the Colts fell short of the playoffs this season (31:36).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 202644 min

Finish Strong with a Winning Record | Inside Football with Rick Venturi

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns this week as Matt Taylor and Rick discuss the Colts’ season outlook now that playoff contention is off the table (1:15). Venturi offers high praise for Philip Rivers, crediting him for coming out of retirement and giving the Colts a chance down the stretch following the loss of Daniel Jones (5:22). Rick previews the challenge of facing the Texans in the season finale (12:35), breaks down the defensive blueprint needed to slow down Houston’s offense (23:17) and outlines the offensive game plan for the Colts with Riley Leonard making his first start against one of the league’s top defenses (32:28). Venturi wraps up the episode with his final message to the team on what it will take to secure a win and finish the season on a positive (41:33).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 31, 202547 min

Ep 35Is this finally the Hall of Fame year for Reggie Wayne & Adam Vinatieri? | The Colts Show

Longtime Colts scribe and Pro Football Hall of Fame selector Mike Chappell joins JJ Stankevitz for an in-depth conversation about the Hall of Fame cases for Adam Vinatieri and Reggie Wayne (3:45), starting with how the Pro Football Hall of Fame's change in its selection process is leading to fewer players getting inducted into Canton. JJ then asks Chapp why Reggie Wayne hasn't been inducted yet (10:21) despite being a finalist in every year of his eligibility. JJ and Chapp then break down Adam Vinatieri's Canton case (20:43) and why he didn't get in as a first-ballot inductee last year. Chapp also predicts who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame next summer (27:20) before diving into the annals of Colts history for the biggest sliding doors moment (32:47) since the team moved to Indianapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 202539 min

Shane Steichen on heading into final week of the season | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live this week breaks down the Colts’ 23-17 loss to the Jaguars. Head coach Shane Steichen joins Matt Taylor, the voice of the Colts, to discuss the team's effort in a game where the Cotls were already eliminated from playoff contention(5:24). Matt is also joined by Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz to analyze the game film during Tale of the Tape (18:43), dive into the biggest reasons the Colts missed the playoffs (29:03) and answer fan questions from the Mailbag (42:27).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 202552 min

Philip Rivers’ impact, Ashton Dulin’s return and Colts’ Week 17 loss to Jags | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier and Amanda Foster begin the podcast by looking at Philip Rivers’ impact on the Colts, both on and off the field, over the last three weeks and discuss how much his presence has meant to everyone in the Colts organization (1:53). They break down Sauce Gardner’s calf injury and his performance for the time he was on the field on Sunday (7:43) before getting into Ashton Dulin's big day and his importance to the success of the Colts' special teams unit (12:23). Finally, they close out by looking at the Colts' defensive performance on Sunday and taking a big-picture look at the 2025 season (15:33).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 28, 202521 min

Sauce Gardner returns vs. Jaguars, DeForest Buckner to IR | 2-minute drill

JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier digest Friday’s news that defensive tackle DeForest Buckner will be placed on injured reserve (0:35) and look at other injuries the Colts are dealing with against the Jaguars (5:05). The guys then look at the impact of Sauce Gardner and Bernhard Raimann returning this weekend (7:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 202514 min

Ep 16Balancing Football and Christmas | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The guys open this week's episode talking about how great Christmas morning is (1:01). Jack and Matt talk about the tough loss on the National stage on Monday Night Football (2:50) and the command of the offense that Philip Rivers had (7:08). Also, the guys talk about the hard truths about not having a consistent pass rush (19:11) and the balance to keep playing at a high level during this rough stretch (27:14). Lastly, they talk about balancing family life with Christmas and football (32:30)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 202543 min

Overcoming Another Tough Loss and Getting Back on Track Against Jaguars | Inside Football with Rick Venturi

Inside Football with Rick Venturi comes back this week and Matt Taylor and Rick Venturi talk about loss and this one coming to the 49ers in what ended up being not close (3:25) Rick Venturi talks about the challenge in the locker room knowing the final 2 games need to be played but the outcome of reaching the playoffs are out of the Colts hands (13:51) Venturi looks at this Jacksonville turnaround in 2025 and dives into why they have had a 6-game winning streak (17:55) Also, Rick dives in to the blueprints for the Colts defensively to try and defeat the red hot offense in Jacksonville, starting with Trevor Lawrence (28:36) Rick gives his blueprints for the Colts offense on how to try and get Jonathan Taylor back involved against the best rush defense in the NFL (36:18) And finally, Venturi gives his final instruction to the team to get a pivotal victory against the Jaguars in a “must win game” (44:45)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 24, 202549 min

Breaking down the Colts' Monday Night Football loss and looking forward | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live this week breaks down the Colts’ 48-27 loss to the 49ers on Monday Night Football. Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz join Matt Taylor as they recap the game film on Tale of the Tape (13:25), discuss the hard truths the Colts are facing as they currently sit on the outside looking in for the playoffs with just two games remaining (26:45) and answer fan questions from the Mailbag (43:25).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 24, 202553 min

Colts defense falters in Monday night matchup vs. 49ers | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier is joined by Amanda Foster to discuss the Colts’ 48-27 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football, first highlighting Philip Rivers’ statement outing (1:28) and Alec Pierce’s career day (5:30) before getting into the Colts' run game struggles (8:15) and the problems the Colts defense faced against a talented 49ers offense (11:00). They dive into the locker room’s perspective on the loss (15:45) before quickly outlining the outlook for the final two weeks of the regular season (18:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 202522 min

Ep 34Adam Vinatieri on Hall of Fame, Blake Grupe & Super Bowl kicks | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined this week by the greatest kicker in NFL history, Adam Vinatieri, for a conversation about how he handles the Hall of Fame process (1:35) and what the night before a Super Bowl is like for a kicker (6:28). Vinatieri also remembers the impact Jim Irsay had on him (14:50) and how he's watched Colts kickers and Philip Rivers this season (27:23). Vinatieri also gets into a story about how "splitting the uprights with Adam Nougatieri" led to hundreds of Snickers bars being delivered to his house (32:15). Finally, JJ wraps up the podcast with a Colts Show Mailbag question about the future of Daniel Jones in Indianapolis (42:52).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202551 min

Sauce Gardner ruled out, DeForest Buckner 'ready to roll' for MNF matchup vs. 49ers | 2-Minute Drill

Colts.com writers Amanda Foster and JJ Stankevitz review the Colts' Week 16 injury report, looking at how the Colts defense can maintain its success without Sauce Gardner for the third consecutive game, and how impressive DeForest Buckner's return really is. They dive into the impact Philip Rivers continues to have on the Colts locker room and discuss the potential for a big game from Jonathan Taylor in a prime time setting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 202514 min

Ep 15Philip Rivers Recap and Preview of Monday Night Football | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The guys open this week's episode talking about what Jack thought about Philip Rivers making his return to the field for the first time since the 2020 season (2:26). Jack talks about how tough it is in the locker room following a tough loss like Sunday (12:00). Jack talks about how much he has kept in touch with Philip (7:54). Also, the guys highlight the impact that Laiatu Latu had on the game in Seattle (25:03) and lastly, the guys talk about how special it is to play on Monday Night Football. (32:11).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202543 min

Colts return home for primetime against the 49ers | Inside Football with Rick Venturi

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns this week as Matt Taylor and Rick Venturi close the book on the heartbreaking loss to Seattle (3:27) and dive into how the gameplan will look different this week with Philip Rivers compared to last week against the Seahawks (10:09). Venturi takes a deep dive into the 49ers, who come in at 10-4 but still have some notable flaws (14:43). He lays out the defensive blueprints for the Colts to slow down Brock Purdy and San Francisco's offense (23:09), followed by his offensive blueprints for attacking a 49ers defense that has battled significant injuries up front and at linebacker (31:30). Lastly,  Rick gives his final instructions to the team on what it will take to get back on track and earn a victory at home in primetime on Monday Night Football (38:58).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 202545 min

Ep 33Why Shaquille Leonard fell in love with football again | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined by former Colts All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard for a wide-ranging conversation about how coaching high school football led to him falling in love with football again, and why the end of his career was so heartbreaking. JJ and Shaq also discuss the current Colts' defense, Jonathan Taylor and more in their conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202535 min

Shane Steichen on first look at Philip Rivers and Rebounding from a tough road loss | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live this week breaks down the Colts’ 18-16 loss to the Seahawks in Philip Rivers’ first start in five years. Colts head coach Shane Steichen joins Matt Taylor, the voice of the Colts, to discuss the heartbreaking road loss to Seattle (5:49). Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz later join Matt to analyze the game film on Tale of the Tape as they recap the key moments from the game (21:52). The guys dive into '3 & 3', highlighting the top three areas holding the team back and the three areas that need the most attention over the final 3 games of the regular season (32:06), and answer fan questions from the Mailbag (49:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202557 min

Philip Rivers returns to NFL, Colts drop hard-fought game to Seahawks | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier and Bill Brooks break down Philip Rivers’ first NFL game in five years, highlighting the 44-year-old’s touchdown pass to Josh Downs and his overall command of the offense (1:30), along with an impressive performance from the offensive line (4:00). The duo then discuss the Colts defense holding the Seahawks without a touchdown on Sunday (8:18) before diving into why Indianapolis ultimately fell short at Lumen Field (11:05). They wrap up with a shoutout to kicker Blake Grupe for his historic day (13:30) and close out the podcast by previewing the final three weeks of the regular season (16:48).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 202519 min

Philip Rivers returns, could start for Colts in Week 15 | 2-Minute Drill

Colts.com writer Amanda Foster and Casey Vallier go over Friday's injury report, discussing what the absences of DeForest Buckner, Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward Sr. could mean for this weekend against the Seattle Seahawks. Then, they dive into Philip Rivers' return to the Colts, outlining what things might look like if the 44-year-old does get the start on Sunday and how the Colts will need to approach playing in a tough, high-stakes road game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 202518 min

Ep 14Colts sign Philip Rivers, Jack Doyle’s former QB | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The guys open this week's episode with a discussion about the Colts signing Philip Rivers and how limited on the team's options were at quarterback (0:51). They break down the path that led Indianapolis to this point and why the move ultimately makes sense (2:56). Jack shares often he has stayed in touch with Philip over the years (7:54) and they highlight the cerebral nature of Rivers' game—his greatest distinguishing trait throughout his career (10:40). Finally, the conversation turns to the Hall of Fame. Every player hopes to be in the running one day, and with Rivers potentially becoming active again, he may be restarting his five-year eligibility clock, but as they note, that's simply who Philip is; he is willing to do whatever it takes to keep that passion and love for the game of football alive (26:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202535 min

Preparing for Seattle Potentially with Philip Rivers at quarterback | Inside Football with Rick Venturi

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns this week as Matt Taylor and Rick Venturi break down the latest on the Colts. They open with the current state of the quarterback situation (3:57) before getting into the reasoning behind why Philip Rivers is an option for the team right now (9:26). Venturi evaluates the Seahawks as a whole and discusses the challenge of playing in Seattle with the impact of the 12th man (15:03). Next, Rick outlines his defensive blueprint for the Colts to slow down Seattle's high-powered offense (26:36) and follows with his offensive blueprint for how the Colts can move the ball against the league's No. 2 ranked defense (35:00). Lastly, Venturi closes with his final instructions for the team to get a pivotal road win over the Seahawks (42:13).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 202548 min

Ep 32Philip Rivers, Riley Leonard & what's next for Colts at quarterback | The Colts Show

JJ Stankevitz is joined by Colts Ring of Honor wide receiver Bill Brooks to break down Tuesday's massive news that the Colts officially signed 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers to their practice squad (1:55). JJ runs through what we know and don't know about Rivers, Riley Leonard and the Colts' plans at quarterback (3:10), then Bill lends his perspective as a former player on if Rivers could be ready to play Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks if need be (6:48). JJ and Bill also discuss Rivers' relationship with Leonard and head coach Shane Steichen (14:57), and get into how Rivers could support Leonard as the Colts aim to turn their season around over the final four weeks of 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 202521 min

Shane Steichen on dealing with loss of Daniel Jones for the remainder of the season | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live this week discusses the Colts’ tough 36-19 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the bigger story is the heartbreaking injury to starting quarterback Daniel Jones, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon. Head coach Shane Steichen chats with Matt Taylor, the voice of the Colts, to reflect on the devastating impact of Jones' injury, both on him as a player and as a person (5:25). Later, Taylor is joined by Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz as they recap the game film on their "Tale of the Tape," focusing on both the loss to the Jaguars and the emotional toll of Jones' injury (19:03). The guys dive into potential "Monday Makeovers" for a team still sitting at 8-5 with 4 games remaining in the regular season (29:22) and Matt, Rick and Joe answer questions from the fans in the Mailbag segment (44:25).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202553 min

Daniel Jones injured, breaking down Riley Leonard & Colts’ loss to Jaguars | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier & Bill Brooks open the pod by reacting to Daniel Jones' Achilles' injury with what we know now on Sunday night (0:40). Casey and Bill then look at a few other reasons why the Colts lost, 36-19, to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday (6:00) before evaluating how Riley Leonard looked over his first three meaningful quarters in the NFL (12:50). Finally, the guys look at what's still ahead for the 8-5 Colts with four games left in the season (17:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202521 min

What Sauce Gardner's injury means for Colts secondary & previewing major road game vs. Jaguars | 2-Minute Drill

Colts.com writer Amanda Foster sits down with JJ Stankevitz ahead of the Colts' crucial road game against the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend. They discuss what Sauce Gardner's injury means for the secondary and how the team will fare against a challenging Jaguars defense, diving into all of the potential offensive strategies the Colts could employ to come out with a win. Finally, they highlight Kenny Moore II's Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination and his impactful community work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 202517 min

Ep 13Can Colts end Jacksonville streak, re-take lead in AFC South? | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The guys open this week's episode discussing how frustrated the Colts' loss to the Texans left Jack (0:36). They reflect on the tough stretch the team is facing, having dropped three of their last 4 games (11:42). Jack talks about how difficult it is not to press when you're in a slump like the Colts are, especially with such a crucial game coming up this Sunday (19:11). Matt and Jack break down what the defense needs to do to limit opponents' total plays, with at least one more week expected without DeForest Buckner (23:06). Lastly, they dive into the dreaded streak Colts fans are tired of hearing about, and the magnitude of playing in a place Indy hasn't won since 2014 (38:23).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 202549 min

Regrouping from tough loss to Texans with AFC Division lead up for grabs in Jacksonville | Inside Football with Rick Venturi

Inside Football with Rick Venturi returns this week as Matt Taylor and Rick Venturi put to bed the the Colts' tough AFC South loss to the Texans (3:07). Despite the setback, they look ahead to a big opportunity this Sunday against a familiar division foe in the Jacksonville Jaguars (10:32). Venturi lays out what the defensive blueprint the Colts must follow to secure a victory (24:03), analyzes how the Colts' offense can get back on track against a formidable Jaguars defense (35:13) and delivers his final instruction to the team and keys for the team to earn a pivotal road victory (44:45).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3, 202549 min

Ep 31Laquon Treadwell, your favorite Colts WR's favorite Colts WR | The Colts Show

The Colts Show is back with JJ Stankevitz offering a quick recap of Week 13 and his thoughts on where the Colts stand in the AFC playoff race (1:11) before former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell joins the pod for an insightful discussion into his career journey, how he leads within the Colts' wide receiver room and why he's come to love Indianapolis (5:39). JJ then opens The Colts Show Mailbag for a deep dive into the Colts' offensive issues on first down, and how they can go about fixing them down the stretch (23:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202531 min

Shane Steichen on moving forward from loss to Texans with another big one this weekend | Colts Roundtable Live

Colts Roundtable Live breaks down the Colts’ 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday. Head coach Shane Steichen sits down with Matt Taylor, the voice of the Colts, to talk about the crushing divisional loss but the opportunity to get back on track this weekend against the Jaguars (4:29). Later, Taylor is joined by Rick Venturi and Joe Reitz as they recap the game film on Tale of the Tape, following the AFC South divisional loss to the (17:41) and talk about the speed bumps in the road the Colts have faced the last handful of weeks (31:38).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202549 min

Colts drop first home game of season with loss to Texans | Instant Reaction

Casey Vallier and Bill Brooks sit down to discuss the Colts’ 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans, their first loss at home in 2025. The duo discuss the positives of Sunday’s game, including Alec Pierce’s stellar day (2:41) and Josh Downs’ impact (6:34). They also touch on the Colts’ solid defensive performance (7:18) before getting into an overall inefficient offensive performance (8:50) and the potential impact of Sauce Gardner’s calf injury (12:02).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202516 min

Daniel Jones' fibula injury, previewing crucial AFC South vs. Texans and highlighting My Cause, My Cleats | 2-Minute Drill

Colts.com writer Amanda Foster is joined by Casey Vallier to discuss this weekend's game against the Houston Texans, starting with Daniel Jones' full participation in practice despite dealing with a fibula injury. The two look at how the Colts will match up with a challenging Texans defense, and wrap up by highlighting the importance of the Colts' My Cause, My Cleats game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 202519 min