Colts Blue Zone Podcast
358 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsNo one gets you closer to the Indianapolis Colts. Join FOX59/CBS4's Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams weekly as they discuss everything from game recaps, to trade rumors. If it has to do with the Colts, the Colts Blue Zone is talking about it.
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EP 58. Colts' Free Agents & Parris Campbell Interview
January 23, 2020 21:18 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBMike Chappell, Dave Griffiths & Joe Hopkins dive into the Colts' impending free agents to determine who's worth bringing back, who Indy will let walk and how the team might replace certain players. The fellas also discuss the news of Eli Manning's retirement, the Senior Bowl, and Dave goes 1-on-1 with receiver Parris Campbell.
EP 57. Colts 2019 Player Awards
January 16, 2020 20:52 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBAfter a few weeks to reflect, it's time to give out awards for the 2019 season. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins each make their case for who deserves to be the Colts' Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Most Disappointing Player, 2020 Bounce-Back Candidate and 2020 Breakout Player.
EP 56. Free Agent QBs & Grading Colts' Rookies
January 09, 2020 20:42 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBThe guys begin the podcast by talking about a Colt who just made the Pro Bowl as an alternate. They then explore the 2020 free agent quarterback market and grade the Colts' 2019 draft class on their rookies seasons.
EP 55. Chris Ballard Talks With Media
January 02, 2020 20:53 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWith the 2019 season now a thing of the past, Colts' general manager Chris Ballard sat down with local media to discuss the past year and the roster moving forward. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins provide the top takaways from what the Colts' leader had to say about his team.
EP 54. Colts Finale Loss a Microcosm of Season
December 30, 2019 20:41 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBAfter a strong first half start in the season finale, the Colts faded in the second half against the Jaguars, ending their season with a loss. Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown the game and discuss how it resembles the Colts' 2019 season as a whole.
EP 53. Colts Snap Losing Streak
December 23, 2019 20:14 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBShort, sweet and to the point; Joe Hopkins breaks down Indianapolis' win over the Panthers, makes note of some statistical milestones and previews the Colts' season finale against the Jaguars.
EP 52. Colts Eliminated From Playoff Contention
December 18, 2019 20:50 - 54 minutes - 50 MBThe Colts have now been eliminated from playoff contention after an embarrassing 34-7 loss in New Orleans. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins recap the game, discuss what the team has left to play for and preview Sunday's matchup vs Carolina. The guys also look at which Colts made the Pro Bowl and who may have been snubbed.
EP 51. Colts MUST Win in New Orleans
December 12, 2019 20:25 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe Colts MUST find a way to win in New Orleans if they wish to keep their long-shot playoff hopes alive. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game and talk news of the week.
EP 50. Colts Find New Way to Lose
December 09, 2019 20:19 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBThe Colts have now lost their third straight after finding a way to lose in Tampa Bay 38-35. Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown the game, discuss the latest news on Adam Vinatieri, Jack Doyle's contract extension and what needs to happen for the Colts to still make the playoffs.
EP 49. Colts' Season On Brink vs Bucs
December 05, 2019 20:53 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBThe Colts must win in Tampa Bay to keep their playoff hopes alive. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game, which will be greatly impacted by injuries. Speaking of, the Colts claimed a kicker off waivers as Adam Vinatieri deals with a lingering knee injury. Have we seen the last of the GOAT?
EP 48. 8 Telling Stats in the Colts' loss to TEN
December 02, 2019 20:40 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBProducers Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams provide eight stats that tell the story of the Colts' loss to the Titans. The guys also take an in-depth look at the AFC playoff picture with just four games to go.
EP 47. Colts vs Titans Preview
November 27, 2019 20:55 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBThe Colts host the red hot Tennessee Titans Sunday in an AFC South clash that has big time playoff implications. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffith and Joe Hopkins preview the game and discuss a couple of Colts who have advanced in the Hall of Fame process.
EP 46. Playoff Path Murky After Loss to Texans
November 25, 2019 20:37 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBAfter a tough loss to the Texans, the Colts' path to the playoffs just became a lot more murky. Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown the game, discuss the implications of Eric Ebron being placed on IR and analyze the AFC playoff picture.
EP 45. Colts vs Texans Round 2
November 20, 2019 20:14 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThe Colts travel to Houston this week for a Thursday night matchup with the Texans. The winner takes sole possession of the AFC South lead, but there are key injuries plaguing both sides. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins break it all down.
EP 44. Colts Regain Division Lead
November 18, 2019 20:27 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBThe Colts once again sit atop the AFC South after an impressive 33-13 win over Jacksonville. Joe Hopkins & Matt Adams breakdown the game, which gave Colts fans a lot to feel good about, but also featured another bad break in the injury department.
EP 43. Brissett Returns For Division Battle
November 14, 2019 20:49 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBJacoby Brissett is set to return from injury to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars in an AFC South battle. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game and discuss the Colts' decision to stick with the struggling Adam Vinatieri.
EP 42. Colts Fall Flat vs Dolphins
November 11, 2019 20:17 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBAfter an embarrassing loss at home to the Miami Dolphins, Colts fans are left wondering who to blame. Unfortunately, that question may have several answers. Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams break it all down in their game recap and take a look around the increasingly competitive AFC South.
EP 41. Do Colts Bounce Back vs Dolphins?
November 07, 2019 20:32 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBAfter a sloppy performance in Pittsburgh, the Colts are looking at a get-right game at home against the lowly Dolphins. However, with Miami coming off their first win of the season and several key injuries plaguing Indianapolis, nothing is guaranteed.
EP 40. Heartbreak & Injury in Pittsburgh
November 04, 2019 19:18 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBA sloppy, mistake ridden performance cost the Colts the game in Pittsburgh. However, the bigger concern for Colts Nation is the health of Jacoby Brissett's knee. Producers Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown what is known about Brissett's injury and recap Indy's 26-24 loss to the Steelers.
EP 39. Colts Head to Steel City
October 31, 2019 19:26 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBThe Terrible Towels will be swinging Sunday as the Colts try to pick up their sixth win of the season in one of the NFL's most challenging atmospheres. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview Indianapolis' matchup against a Pittsburgh team that has won three of their last four games.
EP 38. Colts Win Ugly vs Broncos
October 28, 2019 19:23 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBIt was ugly, it was unconventional, it was a victory. Today on the podcast, producers Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams recap the Colts' 15-13 win over the Broncos, discuss what makes this win historic and how winning close bodes well for Indianapolis moving forward.
EP 37. Colts vs Broncos Preview
October 24, 2019 19:15 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBThe Colts have a chance to extend their lead in the AFC South by taking care of business against the Broncos. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game versus Denver, analyze the Colts' upcoming schedule and throw around some trade ideas before the deadline.
EP 36. Colts Take Division Lead
October 21, 2019 19:36 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe Colts pulled out a win against the Texans Sunday and now take sole possession of the AFC South. Producers Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown the game, which featured career-high numbers from Jacoby Brissett and big stops from the defense when it counted.
EP 35. Battle For Division Lead
October 17, 2019 19:29 - 53 minutes - 49 MBComing off a bye, the Colts host the Texans Sunday in a battle for the division lead. The Blue Zone crew breaks down the matchup and gives their two cents on some big moves that went down this week across the AFC South.
EP 34. Rest of Season Overview
October 09, 2019 18:46 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBThe Colts enter their bye week at a good time, as several key players are dealing with injuries. This week, the crew analyzes the team's first five weeks, names Indy's offensive and defensive MVPs, takes a look at their remaining schedule and breaks down what the Colts have to do to make the playoffs.
EP 33. Colts Stun Chiefs
October 07, 2019 19:58 - 42 minutes - 39 MBThe Blue Zone crews breaks down the Colts' impressive win over the Chiefs and takes a look at how things stand in the AFC South as Indianapolis heads into their bye week.
EP. 32 Chief Concerns for Sunday Night
October 03, 2019 19:30 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBAfter a frustrating loss to the Oakland Raiders, the Colts face the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs--and their unworldly quarterback Patrick Mahomes--on the road for Sunday Night Football. In this episode of the Blue Zone Podcast, FOX59/CBS4's Dave Griffiths and Mike Chappell look ahead as the already struggling (and shorthanded) Colts defense faces its toughest test of the season. Also: injury updates on Darius Leonard and T.Y. Hilton, a look at the team's depleted secondary, Eric ...
EP 31. Colts vs Raiders Recap
September 30, 2019 19:21 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThe Colts Blue Zone Podcast has expanded to Mondays in order to provide a timely recap of the weekend's game. This week, producers Joe Hopkins and Matt Adams breakdown the Colts' disappointing loss to the Raiders, and take a look at how things stand in the AFC South.
EP 30. Raiders Come to Town
September 26, 2019 19:35 - 54 minutes - 50 MBAfter defending home turf against the Falcons, the Colts host Jon Gruden's Raiders, who've dropped their last two games. We recap Indy's victory over Atlanta, preview their matchup with Oakland and detail a lengthy injury list plaguing the Colts.
EP 29. The Vinny Saga, Injuries and Falcons Preview
September 19, 2019 19:45 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths and Mike Chappell of FOX59/CBS4 discuss the ongoing Adam Vinatieri saga, provide an update on the Colts' injury situation, look back at the Titans win, and preview the home opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Joe Hopkins takes the week off as Matt Adams fills in as producer. Follow us on Twitter: Dave Griffiths Mike Chappell Joe Hopkins Matt Adams Colts Blue Zone
EP 28. Colts at Titans Preview
September 12, 2019 19:34 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBThe Colts lost a heart breaker Sunday in Los Angeles. This week, the Blue Zone crew recaps last week's performance, previews the Colts' upcoming matchup with Tennessee and provide news and notes from the week.
EP 27. Week 1 Preview
September 05, 2019 19:21 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThe regular season is upon us! This week the Blue Zone crew discusses the Colts week 1 matchup with the Chargers, the contracts Indy handed out to a couple of quarterbacks, takeaways from the 53-man roster and they touch on the plethora of moves division foe Houston has made as of late.
EP 26. Life Without Luck
August 28, 2019 18:46 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBI bet you can guess what this week's podcast is about... In addition to the monumental Andrew Luck news and what it means for the team going forward, the Blue Zone crew also discusses the last two preseason games of the year and the final 53-man roster as the deadline for cuts approaches.
EP 25. Sitting Starters
August 21, 2019 19:47 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBTraditionally, the third preseason game has been the "dress rehearsal" game when teams give their starters the most amount of playing time ahead of the regular season. Head coach Frank Reich is bucking that trend and announced the Colts and Bears won't play their first-team players. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins discuss what we can expect to see in the game Saturday and why it is still significant. They also provide updates on Andrew Luck's injury, recap the Colts vs Browns game and...
EP 24. Luck's Injury Woes Continue
August 14, 2019 21:26 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThis week, Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins record the podcast from training camp at Grand Park, where the Colts host the Browns in their first of two joint practice sessions ahead of their preseason exhibition. However, the dominating topic remains Andrew Luck and his lower leg injury. The guys breakdown Chris Ballard's comments on Luck's "ankleish" area, recap the Colts' first preseason game against the Bills, and preview their upcoming game against Cleveland.
EP 23. Preseason Preview
August 07, 2019 19:20 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBColts football is finally back! This week we preview Indy's first preseason game of the year as the team travels to Buffalo. Mike Chappell and Dave Griffiths discuss who has been ruled out, how long starters will play and which players to keep an eye out for. The fellas also breakdown the D'Onta Foreman addition, give updates from training camp and check in on some injured Colts, including Andrew Luck and Jabaal Sheard.
EP 22. Luck's Calf & Training Camp Updates
July 31, 2019 19:34 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBAfter months of rest and rehab, Andrew Luck's calf is still a hindrance. With the franchise quarterback continuing to miss practice, we discuss where fans' panic meter should be and what an extended absence would mean for the roster. In addition, Mike Chappell and Dave Griffiths give their observations and updates from training camp, which include some newcomers turning heads and other key injuries.
EP 21. Training Camp Preview
July 24, 2019 20:06 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBFootball. Is. Back. Veterans reported to training camp Wednesday as the team prepares for the start of the 2019 season. We have injury updates on some key players, league news that impacts Indianapolis, and we breakdown the Colts' top five training camp position battles, complete with predictions of who makes the roster.
EP 20. The Business Side
July 17, 2019 18:40 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBThe NFL is a business, and that aspect of the league has dominated the headlines recently. This week, we analyze the NFL owners' proposal to expand the season to 18 games, but cap each player at 16 games per year. We also discuss a report showing the Colts' game attendance has dropped significantly over the years, which Colts could make the case for a future hold out, and lighten things up by taking a look at the Colts' Madden ratings.
EP 19. Fantasy Outlook
July 10, 2019 18:30 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBWhile we wait for reality football to start up again, let's talk some fantasy! Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins analyze the Colts' roster from top to bottom, which includes established studs like Andrew Luck and T.Y. Hilton, but also a few mid/late round prospects who could provide value to your fantasy team.
EP 18. Players Talk Expectations
July 03, 2019 20:01 - 49 minutes - 45 MBAfter hearing from coaches last week, let's listen to what players had to say during their minicamp media sessions. We hear from Andrew Luck, Ryan Kelly, Spencer Ware, Darius Leonard, Kenny Moore, Rock Ya-Sin, Ben Banogu and Rigoberto Sanchez.
EP 17. Coach Speak
June 26, 2019 20:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBThis week, we hear from head coach Frank Reich, offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni and defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus about how the team is coming along and what they expect going forward as we await training camp.
EP 16. AFC South Preview
June 20, 2019 18:26 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBThis week the crew discusses the Colts' recently released training camp schedule, their VP of player personnel taking a job with the Jets, and evaluate AFC South rivals Jacksonville and Tennessee after taking a look at Houston in the previous episode.
EP 15. Kenny Moore Extension & Texans Drama
June 13, 2019 19:01 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThe Colts have extended Kenny Moore's contract, making him the highest paid slot cornerback in the league. The guys discuss what this deal means, provide updates from minicamp and finally examine the state of division rival Houston Texans.
EP 14. Okereke Allegations & Hot Seat Players
June 05, 2019 19:36 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBIt was recently brought to light that rookie LB Bobby Okereke was the subject of a sexual assault allegation from 2015. The crew addresses that issue, gives updates on OTAs, discusses Rigoberto Sanchez's extension and debate the top five players on the hot seat and top five Colts newcomers.
EP 13. Top 5 Colts Under 25
May 30, 2019 18:56 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBThis week, the crew discusses what the Colts need to achieve Frank Reich's goal of becoming a top five rushing offense, the latest from OTAs, provide an update on Gerald McCoy and debate the top five Colts under 25.
EP 12. OTAs & Top 10 Players
May 22, 2019 18:31 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week we discuss the Colts' interest in recently cut DT Gerald McCoy, the signing of two second round picks and Chad "Swag" Kelly, OTA's, and the crew debates the current top 10 players on Indy's roster.
EP 11. Defensive Expectations
May 15, 2019 20:47 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBChappell gives us his takaways from Chris Ballard's rap session with the media, we discuss how much better the defense can be in year two under Matt Eberflus, and the high national expectations surrounding the Colts.
EP 10. Ring of Honor
May 08, 2019 18:33 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBWith the announcement that Dwight Freeney will enter the Colts' Ring of Honor, the crew breaks down his illustrious career, and explores other former and current players who could make the Ring of Honor. In addition, Chappell gives us his first impressions from rookie minicamp, and the guys discuss the early hype around Indy's offense.
EP 9. Draft Recap
May 01, 2019 19:58 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBIn the ultimate draft recap, the Bluezone crew breaks down Indy's draft pick-by-pick, and we hear from all 10 of the Colts 2019 selections (55.45).