Chris Ballard kept his word and finally made big moves in free agency, landing Camryn Bynum, Charvarius Ward, and the controversial signing of Daniel Jones. But with a QB1 battle now brewing, how does this shake up the Colts’ draft strategy next month? We break down the impact of these signings, what it means for the team’s future, and whether Ballard’s aggressive approach will pay off. Tune in for all the analysis and predictions!
Mar 17, 2025•48 min
As the Colts enter Year 9 of the Chris Ballard era, all eyes are on whether the GM will stay true to his promises of improving the roster. Can he finally build a true contender? Plus, what should we expect from Anthony Richardson in Year 3 after a disappointing sophomore season? Will he take the next step, or is there cause for concern? We break it all down in this episode Tune in for expert analysis and bold predictions!
Mar 13, 2025•47 min
Rondo & Marqus on the mic for this one. The Colts are 0-2 to start off the season and the questions are rising about what can be done to shake off the slump and get into the winning column.
Sep 18, 2024•32 min
156 Nation!! Welcome back as we kick off the final road to the 2024 SZN Hosts Rondo & Gulick are joined by US Army Drill Sergeant Zach Carmichael, making his yearly appearance to talk about the 53 who will be wearing Colts blue for this season.
Sep 02, 2024•25 min
HELLO Audio audience and welcome back to another season of 1st & 56th Gulick & Marqus take the mic on this one to talk the FA Moves made by Ballard as well as the potential prospects for the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft Tune in and enjoy yall!
Apr 11, 2024•53 min
Anthony Richardson out for the season?! Grover Stewart suspended for 6 games!! Just tune in and listen because HOLY....
Oct 18, 2023•25 min
The Indianapolis Colts have logged a win in the young 2023 season. A hot start by the young rookie, as Anthony Richardson continues to dazzle. Lighting up the scoreboard yet again, unfortunately required to take an early exit out of the game, but set the table for victory, the Colts improve to a 1-1 record. The hosts talk the game, his progression, and what to expect in the future. ENJOY!
Sep 21, 2023•31 min
Football Season is officially back!!! Week 1 has come and gone, the Colts unfortunately take a loss 31-21 at the hands of the Jacksonville Jaguars. But there was a lot to be desired, Anthony Richardson made his long awaited debut, Steichen 1st game as a Head Coach, Lucas Oil was absolutely rocking and the boys over on crew 156 are here to talk about it all.
Sep 13, 2023•28 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Popular Question: is this channel dead? Answer: HELL NO Don't want to spoil too much but let this be a loud and proud message to all of your faithful fans, about our wellbeing and the vision of this podcast and channel going forward ** Shoutout to Daniele Musto for the rights to "2 Ounces"**
Sep 05, 2023•7 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Hello 1st & 56th Faithful!!! Did you miss us? Its been a long time coming but football is back and what better to celebrate than with some beers, some good BBQ and your favorite hosts of your favorite podcast. We want to hang and meet with all of our faithful fans before we get to witness the start of another season of Indianapolis Colts football. Our Good friend Zach Carmichael will tell you where to go, and we hop to see you all there.
Sep 05, 2023•2 min•Season 4Ep. 1
A long silenced hiatus has finally come to an end! Audio audience its been a long time and we have missed you so much, you may notice a few changes but we'll do our best to get you up to speed. FIRST things first, our team has grown, brand new host Marqus Martin has been a excellent addition to the team, we hope that you embrace and love him as you have our faithful co-hosts over the years. Gulick & Rondo are still here leading the charge, so catch up with us as we prepare to dive in this ev...
Mar 17, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 1
NFL Trade deadline 2022 has come and gone! And what a whirlwind of moves it was. A record setting day for the league in which a new high of 10 deadline moves were made. The Colts getting in at the buzzer send fan favorite Nyeim Hines to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for Zach Moss and a conditional 6th. Your hosts Gulick & Rondo give their thoughts on the move as well as thoughts on Ehlinger in his debut. Tune in & Enjoy
Nov 03, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Rondo & Gulick are back for another game preview with A LOT of curveballs ahead of this one, joining in on the chaos is Reed of the MarkCast! XFL expert but also a Washington Commanders fan. Tune in & Enjoy!! linktr.ee/firstand56th
Oct 29, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 13
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Oct 05, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Having finally notched a win on the standings, the Colts now look ahead to the looming AFC South rival Tennessee Titans as they come to visit Lucas Oil next. Gulick & Rondo back on the mic, to give their thoughts, outlook, fears and keys to a victory to finish off the short homestand.
Oct 01, 2022•21 min
1-1-1 the record of pure symmetry. Rondo & Gulick hit the microphones in celebration of a strongly contested home opener resulting in a victory for the Indianapolis Colts. They discuss what went right, what went wrong, and will this finally be the turning point that everyone has desired?
Sep 29, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Rondo & Gulick here for a LONG episode (timestamps below) After a ridiculous loss at the hands of the Jaguars, a 24-0 defeat leaves Colts Nation with a LOT of questions and blame to go around. 1:13- Gulick on the lack of emotion 4:40- Rondo brings up the numbers 5:47- Where was Parris Campbell?! 10:46- Fire Frank Reich Train 13:10- What happened to Kenny Moore?! 15:22- Gus Bradley 19:40- They know Jonathan Taylor is really good at football RIGHT?! 23:45- Where is Isaiah Rodgers?! 27:40- How ...
Sep 20, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Rondo flies solo on this episode previewing the week 2 matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Joining him on this episode is Andrew of the Jag Roar Podcast, to give the ins and outs of all thinks Jaguars ahead the game.
Sep 17, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 7
NFL Week 1 has come and gone, with its conclusion the Indianapolis Colts are put in a weird position not seen since the 1960's... A Tie to open the regular season!! Yes the Colts are currently sitting at the top of the standings with a 0-0-1 record. Listen in as Rondo & Anthony breakdown section by section what happen, why they are not hitting the panic button, and what to expect going forward in the long season.
Sep 16, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Rondo & Gulick are LIVE for the long awaited return to relevant football. Week 1 is here, and the boys are ready to discuss the ins & outs of what they expect to see as the 2022 Season kicks off officially for the Indianapolis Colts.
Sep 10, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 6
As the NFL Season is soon upon us, that also means that everyone's favorite virtual game is preparing to kickoff as well. Speaking none other than about fantasy football, regular hosts Anthony & Rondo cannot advise you alone, therefore in comes the expert. Pierre Wilson a contributor of Fantasy Impact Today, to give you the ins & outs of all players Colts when it comes to aiding you win your fantasy football seasons this year.
Aug 30, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Happen to miss our 1st livestream, 1st & 56th has got you covered The full transcript from our FIRST edition of Overreaction Monday, take a trip back to Pre-Season week 1 as Rondo & Anthony give their thoughts on the first game of the preseason and what it could spell for the Colts going forward.
Aug 30, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 5
**This Episode was recorded on 05/13/22** NFL Schedule release was such a glorious day for football fans everywhere! Take a trip back in time as Rondo & Anthony had their immediate thoughts and reactions to the officially schedule for the Indianapolis Colts in the 2022-23 Season.
Aug 19, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 3
**This episode was previously recorded, some facts and news may have changed since** 2nd episode of 1ST AND 56TH coming at you! Rondo & Gulick go to the microphone, and talk about what turned to indeed be a busy off-season for the Indianapolis Colts Tune in to catch their immediate thoughts and reactions to all of the newbies that will be suiting up For the Shoe!
Aug 10, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 2
You have waited long enough!! We are back! Alex "Rondo" Griffin & Anthony Gulick make their way back to the airwaves, with the debut episode of the newly retitled "1st & 56th". Kicking off the rebrand, what better way to start than discussing and dissecting the newest members for the Indianapolis Colts, all 8 selections made by Ballard & Co. are the subject on hand, the expectations, the hype and also who might potentially disappoint. All of that and more in this episode and as alway...
Jun 09, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Colts HOSTING Primetime football. Rondo absent Gulick this time but is joined by Luis of the Real Guy Talk Podcast representing the opposing New England Patriots, they talk AFC Standings, the forever changing standings and is the Rivalry back on?
Dec 17, 2021•25 min
Rondo & Anthony return to give their thoughts and views on a disappointing loss at the hands of the Titans, 34-31 the final. Is it Panic Time now? Jets on a Short week? Bench Wentz and save a draft pick?
Nov 02, 2021•47 min
Rondo & Anthony return ahead of a week 5 game with the Colts finally returning to primetime! Facing off against the Baltimore Ravens, Jake Vogel joins the Beat to give the opponents prospective and mindset.
Oct 08, 2021•33 min
Rondo & Anthony once again on the mic ahead of the 1st AFC South matchup for the Colts against the Rival Tennessee Titans Ryan Harris of Post Game Huddle joins the call.
Sep 24, 2021•26 min
Rondo & Anthony bring it back to the mic this time to give their thoughts and reactions to the unfortunate defeat at the hands of the LA Rams. They talk the negatives while highlighting some positives and what Colts fans can look forward to in the future.
Sep 22, 2021•47 min
