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| Anthony Richardson struggles to end Colts camp; new show on the way | 21 Aug 2024 | 01:05:50 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello break down Anthony Richardson's struggles on the final day of training camp against the Bengals. They also discuss Jelani Woods' toe injury and what's next for their Colts podcast.
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Hosts: James Boyd & Jim Ayello
Producer: Brian Smith | |||
| Will Anthony Richardson run in Colts' preseason opener? | 09 Aug 2024 | 00:54:30 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Anthony Richardson's return to contact football. They also breakdown Josh Downs' ankle injury and Indy's questions at free safety.
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Hosts: James Boyd & Jim Ayello
Producer: Brian Smith | |||
| Why Colts' Shane Steichen compared Anthony Richardson to Steph Curry | 26 Jul 2024 | 01:04:11 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello dissect Colts coach Shane Steichen's viral remark about using Anthony Richardson as a runner. "Are you gonna limit Steph Curry from shooting 3-pointers?" Boyd and Ayello also discuss GM Chris Ballard's pre-camp news conference and Richardson's rap skills.
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Hosts: James Boyd & Jim Ayello
Producer: Brian Smith | |||
| What's really going on with Anthony Richardson's shoulder? | 07 Jun 2024 | 01:04:04 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello breakdown the latest on Anthony Richardson's shoulder soreness. They also discuss Adonai Mitchell's attention-grabbing spring ball, Ryan Kelly's shot at Roger Goodell and more.
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| What are the biggest storylines from the Colts draft? | 29 Apr 2024 | 01:11:19 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello debate Indianapolis' biggest storylines from the draft. Was Adonai Mitchell really that mad?
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| What should the Colts do (or not do) in the NFL Draft? | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:57:11 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello pretend to be Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard and debate for and against a few different draft scenarios.
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| Colts extend DeForest Buckner, plus reaction to mock draft | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:54:42 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello react to Indianapolis agreeing to a contract extension with star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, as well as Boyd's first seven-round mock draft.
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| What's next for Colts after NFL owners' meetings? | 28 Mar 2024 | 01:07:47 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap the NFL owners' meetings in Orlando. Jim Irsay wasn't in attendance, but Boyd heard from GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen.
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| What should the Colts do next in free agency? | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:50:11 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello analyze Indianapolis' early free agent moves. They also discuss the possibility of adding a star player like Chiefs CB L'Jarius Sneed via a trade.
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| Colts franchise tag Michael Pittman Jr., now what? | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:57:53 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello react to Michael Pittman Jr. being franchise-tagged, recap the NFL combine and look ahead to free agency.
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| Taking a look at the Colts' win-now offseason | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:58:01 | |
After a promising 2023 campaign, the Colts flip the page to 2024 as the NFL Scouting Combine and free agency approach. What are Indianapolis' biggest needs?
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| What should the Colts do in free agency? | 16 Jan 2024 | 00:58:39 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss what Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard might do in free agency. They also take a look at what's next for defensive coordinator Gus Bradley and QB Anthony Richardson.
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| After fourth-and-1 call, what's next for the Colts? | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:51:48 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor debate the team's season-ending fourth-down call. They also take a look at what's next for the franchise, starting with Michael Pittman Jr.'s contract negotiations.
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| Win and In | 02 Jan 2024 | 00:53:46 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Indianapolis' biggest game of the year. If the Colts beat the Texans in their regular-season finale, they're in the playoffs. If they lose, they're headed into the offseason.
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| Kwity Paye remembers 2021; Can the Colts avoid deja vu? | 27 Dec 2023 | 00:48:11 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indy's lackluster performance at Atlanta. The Colts' Christmas Eve loss has Kwity Paye revisiting a nightmare from his rookie season, which he's determined to never relive.
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| Colts' unsung heroes move them closer to the playoffs | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:49:33 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indianapolis' win against Pittsburgh, which featured some storybook moments for backup players. They also take a look at the team's overall health and its looming matchup with Atlanta.
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| Can the Colts bounce back and make the playoffs? | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:49:47 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and editor Jim Ayello recap Indy's sloppy loss to Cincinnati. They also look ahead at the remaining schedule, highlight Michael Pittman Jr.'s steady play and celebrate some great news for former Colts star Shaq Leonard.
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| Colts keep finding ways to win | 05 Dec 2023 | 00:46:21 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indy's wild win in Tennessee that featured big moments from Gardner Minshew, Alec Pierce, Michael Pittman Jr. and others. Can the Colts keep it going at Cincinnati?
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| Colts lose Jonathan Taylor to thumb surgery | 30 Nov 2023 | 00:51:14 | |
One week after Shaq Leonard was waived, another Colts player has grabbed all of the headlines: Jonathan Taylor. Indianapolis' star running back was scheduled to have thumb surgery Wednesday, and Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello break down what it means for the team's playoff hopes.
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| Can the Colts make the playoffs? | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:50:12 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello break down Indianapolis' remaining schedule, which doesn't feature any superstar QBs. They also discuss GM Chris Ballard's recent comments about rookies Anthony Richardson and Josh Downs.
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| Five bold predictions for remainder of Colts season | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:52:07 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Kenny Moore II's historic performance in Indy's win at Carolina. They also breakdown Boyd's five bold predictions for the rest of the Colts' season.
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| Colts' third straight loss exposes Chris Ballard's decisions, defensive issues | 31 Oct 2023 | 00:49:41 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Indianapolis' third straight loss and what role GM Chris Ballard played in it. They also breakdown the Colts' defensive issues, Jonathan Taylor's head-scratching lack of touches and a likely quiet trade deadline.
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| Colts loss heartbreaker on controversial penalties; How do they move forward? | 24 Oct 2023 | 00:47:50 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indy's controversial loss to the Browns. They also take a peek at the Colts' other pressing issues, including turnovers, while critiquing coach Shane Steichen's decision making and praising wide receivers Josh Downs and Michael Pittman Jr.
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| Anthony Richardson's season is "probably" over, so what will Colts do without him? | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:48:03 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss the latest regarding rookie QB Anthony Richardson, who will "probably" undergo season-ending shoulder surgery. What will define a successful season in Indianapolis without him?
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| Jonathan Taylor returns, but Anthony Richardson's suffers another injury | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:47:45 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Anthony Richardson's latest injury and Jonathan Taylor's return after Indy's win over Tennessee. They also breakdown Gardner Minshew's value and Zaire Franklin's new nickname.
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| Will Anthony Richardson finally be paired with Jonathan Taylor? | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:43:37 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello discuss Anthony Richardson's big-time performance in Indy's OT loss against the Rams. The Colts' rookie QB has shined through the first month of the season, and he could shine even more with the addition of All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor, who is resuming practice this week.
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| Matt Gay's historic kicks lifts Colts to OT win over Baltimore | 25 Sep 2023 | 00:45:11 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indy kicker Matt Gay's record-setting performance to hand Baltimore its first loss. Zack Moss also stepped up in the backfield, while backup QB Gardner Minshew did just enough while filling in for Anthony Richardson.
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| Anthony Richardson's concussion looms over Colts' first win | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:49:20 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap the Colts' first win of the season, which ended with Anthony Richardson playing just 18 snaps due to a concussion. They also discuss the value of Gardner Minshew and Zack Moss' season debut.
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| Recapping Anthony Richardson's promising Colts debut | 11 Sep 2023 | 00:40:36 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL Editor breakdown Anthony Richardson's NFL introduction. The rookie looked the part, but does he have enough help?
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| What defines a successful Colts season? | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:50:27 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello take a look at Indy's season and what would make it successful. Hint: It all starts with Anthony Richardson.
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| Jonathan Taylor is still a Colt | 01 Sep 2023 | 00:41:37 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Colts GM Chris Ballard's press conference regarding Jonathan Taylor. The All-Pro RB remains in Indy, but he doesn't want to be.
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| Anthony Richardson sits, plus the latest on Jonathan Taylor | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:43:42 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Indianapolis’ joint practices against the Bears and weigh in on the decision to sit Anthony Richardson in the second preseason game. They also discuss Colts owner Jim Irsay’s comments regarding Jonathan Taylor.
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| Recapping Colts rookie Anthony Richardson’s preseason debut | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:48:07 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello weigh in on Anthony Richardson’s preseason debut at Buffalo. They also discuss Shaq Leonard’s return, Indy’s lack of O-line depth, a few stock risers and fallers, and – of course – Jonathan Taylor.
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| Anthony Richardson turns a corner | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:45:29 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello recap Anthony Richardson’s big weekend. The rookie QB has made significant strides during training camp. Shaq Leonard continues to make progress as well, while Jonathan Taylor remains out
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| Jonathan Taylor requests trade: What’s next for the Colts RB? | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:40:49 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and NFL editor Jim Ayello react to Jonathan Taylor’s trade request and break down his limited options. They also recap how this situation reached a boiling point six months after Colts GM Chris Ballard indicated that extending Taylor was a formality.
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| Colts, Anthony Richardson enter training camp with big questions | 24 Jul 2023 | 01:02:54 | |
Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, break down some of the Colts’ biggest questions with training camp set to begin this week. The most important question: Is Anthony Richardson the guy?
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| Colts' Isaiah Rodgers' in hot water amid NFL gambling probe | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:36:52 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and new cohost Bob Kravitz react to the news of Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers Sr. allegedly betting on NFL games. What does it mean for him? What does it mean for the team? Boyd and Kravitz also discuss their impressions of rookie QB Anthony Richardson and rookie head coach Shane Steichen.
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| Recapping, reacting to and diving into the Colts' biggest draft class ever | 01 May 2023 | 00:49:10 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer react to the Colts' 12 draft picks over the weekend, with new insight on the team's scouting process that led to quarterback Anthony Richardson
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| The Colts land their quarterback of the future in Florida's Anthony Richardson | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:31:02 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer break down the biggest draft pick of Chris Ballard's seven-year tenure, how the Colts sweated through the third pick and what the process looked like over the last month that led to Anthony Richardson
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| It's draft week, and it's time for the Colts to make a decision. C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson or Will Levis? | 25 Apr 2023 | 00:54:10 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer dissect the latest draft rumblings with decision time nearing for Chris Ballard and the Colts, then make their predictions as to what Indianapolis will do with the fourth overall pick.
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| Chris Ballard and the Colts have a decision to make: Anthony Richardson or Will Levis? | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:52:35 | |
The Athletic’s Zak Keefer and James Boyd discuss the Colts’ looming quarterback decision in the upcoming draft, which will most likely be between two players with a ton of upside and a ton of questions.
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| The Colts and Lamar Jackson: How feasible is it? | 31 Mar 2023 | 01:02:38 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer dive into the Colts' position on Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, the chances he comes to Indianapolis, plus Jim Irsay, Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen's comments from the NFL owner's meeting this week
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| Gilmore and Ryan out, Minshew and Ebukam in: Recapping the Colts' first week of free agency | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:52:15 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer dig into the Colts a week or so into free agency, the holes they've filled and the ones that still need addressed. Plus, a look at the Lamar Jackson conversation and a preview of pro days for some of the top QB prospects.
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| Why the Colts didn't trade up, the Lamar Jackson question and some free agency predictions | 13 Mar 2023 | 01:00:47 | |
James Boyd and Zak Keefer dig into the Colts' approach to the draft, Carolina jumping ahead of them for a QB, and what could happen on the quarterback front in the coming weeks and months
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| Options, options, options, Colts GM Chris Ballard, coach Shane Steichen discuss QBs | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:40:05 | |
The Athletic’s Zak Keefer and James Boyd break down comments from Ballard and Steichen regarding the most important position in football. The Athletic’s Andy Staples also jumps on to share his knowledge of the top four QBs in the drafts and what he watched them do in college.
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| Shane Steichen introduced as the Colts usher in a new era | 15 Feb 2023 | 01:04:40 | |
James Boyd and Zak Keefer put a bow on the Colts' 5-week coaching search, Shane Steichen's introductory press conference and what this hire says about the team moving forward.
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| Colts’ coaching search carries over to Super Bowl weekend | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:37:20 | |
The Athletic’s Zak Keefer and James Boyd discusses the Colts’ tight-lipped coaching search, the upcoming draft combine and Reggie Wayne falling just short of the Hall of Fame.
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| Will this Colts head-coaching search ever end? | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:40:43 | |
The Athletic’s Zak Keefer and James Boyd discuss the Colts’ prolonged head-coaching search, which features eight candidates getting second-round interviews. Boyd also took a trip to the Senior Bowl and provides observations on potential Colts targets in the upcoming draft.
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| The Colts move into 2nd-round interviews, including Jeff Saturday, as the coaching search inches forward | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:48:54 | |
The Colts' James Boyd and Zak Keefer update listeners on the state of the Colts' coaching search, which is almost in its third week, and look at what could come in the next week
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| One week in, what do we know about the Colts' coaching search? | 19 Jan 2023 | 00:50:38 | |
The Athletic's James Boyd and Zak Keefer dive into the team's 12 candidates, who has interviewed, what we've heard and where that leaves Jeff Saturday in all of this.
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