Show overview
The James Boyd Podcast has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 74 episodes. That works out to roughly 50 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 37 min and 47 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 18 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 48 episodes published. Published by James Boyd.
From the publisher
Join The Athletic's James Boyd as he discusses the Indianapolis Colts.
Latest Episodes
View all 74 episodesKeenan Allen joins the Colts; how will he affect their 53-man roster?
Explaining the erroneous Alec Pierce report; recapping Colts-Patriots joint practice
Jonathan Taylor gets paid — again; Colts training camp takeaways
Daniel Jones, Sauce Gardner and the Colts' most indispensable players
Why Colts star Jonathan Taylor should hold in for a new contract
Ranking the Colts' strongest (and weakest) positions before camp
Colts' Daniel Jones continues impressive rehab; When will Alec Pierce return?
Jim Ayello RETURNS!; Thoughts on Colts QBs, edge rushers
Fever injury report fallout and the latest on Caitlin Clark's back; Tony East joins
Colts schedule revealed: Can Indy make the playoffs?; Stephen Holder joins
Anthony Richardson Sr. rejoins Colts amid trade request; Bob Kravitz stops by
Recapping the Colts' draft, headlined by CJ Allen; Caleb Zuver joins
Colts must nail this year's draft — or else; Bob Kravitz joins
Ep 60Colts re-sign Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce, but did they improve?; Stephen Holder joins
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder recap the first wave of NFL free agency. The Colts re-signed quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce, but what about the rest of the team? Indy has yet to make a splash by adding an outside free agent, particularly at edge rusher, and it has left a lot to be desired as free agency continues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 59Colts tag Daniel Jones, so will Alec Pierce leave?; Bob Kravitz joins
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and longtime Indianapolis sports columnist Bob Kravitz recap a newsy week for the Colts. Indianapolis placed the transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, which will allow wide receiver Alec Pierce to become an unrestricted free agent. Will the Colts still be able to retain both? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 58Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. requests trade; ESPN's Stephen Holder joins
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd is joined by ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder to discuss Anthony Richardson Sr.'s trade request. What led to this inevitable divorce and what is his trade value? Boyd and Holder also break down Indy's top impending free agents, Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce, and why the Colts may need to use the franchise tag on one of them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 57What's next for Colts, GM Chris Ballard ahead of pivotal offseason?
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap Colts GM Chris Ballard's end-of-season news conference. What's next for him and the franchise that's now missed the playoffs for a fifth-straight season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 56Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon retains GM Chris Ballard, claims 'urgency' is paramount
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, react to Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon's decision to retain general manager Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen. Irsay-Gordon claimed that the "sense of urgency for them to deliver and perform has never been higher." But after an 8-9 finish in 2025 and missing the playoffs for a fifth-straight season, how much higher can the urgency get? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 55Colts face big questions as Philip Rivers' return comes to an end
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap Philip Rivers' last start in the NFL and the life lessons the 44-year-old shared along the way. Now, with rookie Riley Leonard poised to start in the regular-season finale, Colts principal owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon must turn her eyes toward the franchise's very murky future. Will (or should) GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen be retained? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 54Colts lose fifth straight, waste Philip Rivers' throwback performance
The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap the Colts' fifth-straight loss. Philip Rivers turned back the clock against the San Francisco 49ers, but it wasn't enough to offset an abysmal showing from Indy's defense. The Colts still have a slim chance to make the playoffs, though it's hard to find hope with two games left in the regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.