Colts Bluezone Podcast

Football is all the way back as week 1 of the NFL season starts this week! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. The fellas then preview the Colts' opener against the Texans by discussing injuries (10:50), breaking down how Indy matches up with Houston (17:51), detailing keys to the game (39:33) and making predictions (54:01).

With the regular season just one week away, the Colts have whittled their roster down to 53 players. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including some major injury updates. They then breakdown the roster position by position, starting with offense (12:15) followed by defense (39:30).

The Colts have one preseason game left before the regular season, and they plan to play their starters. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by breaking down the impact of Rigoberto Sanchez's injury. They then discuss a scary moment for Kwity Paye (9:28), Rodrigo Blankenship's job (13:12), final roster cuts (17:21) and Colts who made the NFL 100 list (26:12). The gang finishes the show by talking takeaways from Indy's preseason loss to the Lions (29:49) and what to watch for during Saturday's preseason finale against the Buccaneers (48:53).

One preseason game down, two to go for the Indianapolis Colts. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including a season-ending injury for a promising Colt. The fellas then discuss takeaways from Indy's preseason loss to the Bills (18:09), training camp buzz (36:32) and what to watch for during Saturday's preseason matchup with the Lions.

The Colts are gearing up for their first preseason game Saturday! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with an update on Shaq Leonard's health. They then break down Indy's first official depth chart of the year (8:19), discuss takeaways from training camp (16:45) and detail what to watch for when the Colts take on the Bills (36:19).

The Colts' training camp is in full swing! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news from camp, including an update on Shaquille Leonard. The crew then discusses impressions from the first couple practices of camp (16:46) and highlights training camp battles to keep an eye on (34:17).

The Colts are now two weeks into training camp, and the pads are on. Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing a busy week of NFL news and buzz around Colts camp (16:06). The duo ends the show by breaking down three notable veterans in danger of being cut and three longshots who could make the roster (35:46).

The Colts begin training camp next week! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins start the show by debating Andrew Luck's Ring of Honor worthiness and touching on some news around the league. The gang then previews training camp by breaking down defensive end (16:11), defensive tackle (30:38), linebacker (37:19), cornerback (46:18) and safety (54:01).

The Colts start training camp in less than two weeks! Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. They then break down quarterback (12:52), running back (30:30), wide receiver (39:26), tight end (53:18), offensive tackle (58:48), offensive guard (1:06:09) and center (1:11:09).

If the Colts are going to accomplish their goals in 2022, they'll need some players to step up with a breakout season. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news before ranking Indy's top five breakout candidates (12:50).

Who are the 10 most valuable Colts for the 2022 season? Our answers vary more than you might think. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including the Colts' training camp schedule, Jonathan Taylor's award nominations (6:07), developments regarding the Houston Texans and Deshaun Watson (9:22), and the newest receiver to get a big payday (12:44). For the main event, the fellas rank and debate the 10 most valuable Colts for this upcoming season (20:00).

It was an impactful offseason for the Colts, but how would you rank their moves? Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the death and legacy of former Colt Tony "Goose" Siragusa. They then discuss news around the league, including the death of Ravens LB Jaylon Ferguson (8:26), Rob Gronkowski's retirement (9:54), a Deshaun Watson update (17:12), and Arch Manning (24:20). The gang then debates the Colts' top five most impactful moves made this offseason (24:52).

Khari Willis has decided to call it a career. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing Willis' retirement and its impact on the Colts, as well as a few roster moves Indy made. They then react to an update on Darius Leonard's health (11:51), discuss the Terry McLaurin trade buzz (18:27) and predict which Colts will make the Pro Bowl this season (36:22).

Colts minicamp wrapped up this week, and there are some notable takeaways to discuss. Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news on the Deshaun Watson situation. The duo discusses minicamp buzz, including Darius Leonard's surgery, Kenny Moore's contract, Quenton Nelson and more (8:53). The fellas then break down statistical milestones that are in reach for Colts players this season (38:16).

Who leads the Colts in sacks this season? Will Jonathan Taylor surpass 1,500 rushing yards? How many touchdowns will Matt Ryan throw? Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news before discussing the latest buzz from the Colts' OTAs (9:55). The fellas then answer 20 statistical questions about the 2022 season (28:45).

The Colts' roster has undergone quite a bit of change recently. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the recent signings of Nick Foles and Ty'Son Williams. Next the gang breaks down Kenny Moore's contract situation (17:24) and other news to come out of OTAs. The fellas finish the show by discussing roster turnover and players entering the final year of their contracts (35:36).

The 2022 NFL schedule is out. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. The fellas then discuss the Colts' latest free agent signing (2:30) and speculate on which veterans Indy may bring in next (6:51). Chappell then talks about some takeaways from his conversations with players this week (28:44). Finally, the duo breaks down the Colts' 2022 schedule and makes predictions (38:08).

With free agency and the draft behind us, it’s time to evaluate the AFC South. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news, including another Colts free agent signing. The trio then discusses takeaways from this week's Colts media sessions (13:48) before diving into the AFC South (18:27). They go team-by-team, analyzing roster turnover to see which division opponents improved and which got worse.

Hear from the Colts' 2022 draft class as Alec Pierce (0:31), Jelani Woods (8:56), Bernhard Raimann (15:05), Nick Cross (18:02), Eric Johnson (22:26), Andrew Ogletree (27:15) and Curtis Brooks (31:30) spoke with the local media after being drafted.

The NFL Draft has come and gone. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing takeaways from the Colts' recent media availabilities. The gang then breaks down Indy's 2022 draft pick-by-pick (13:47) and gives their grades for the Colts' draft class as a whole (55:14).