The Defensive Line has the most pressure to make up for the secondary's inexperience. The Defensive Back group is playing with house money. The offense runs through the Offensive Line. Will Bernhard Raimann elevate his play from last season? Gus Bradley needs to practice blitzing, more so the Offensive Line can practice against it. Even with youth at DB and QB, the area that has the most on it's shoulder's are the trenches. Reggie Wayne is so important this season. Kylen Granson was the most imp...
Jul 21, 2023•22 min•Ep. 193
Doctor David Chao considers Indianapolis his 2nd home, in many ways. Dr. Chao says the 'Underwear Olympics' was like Groundhog Day. The National Anthem, and the Lord's Prayer, were always special to Dr. Chao on gamedays. His medical staff was ranked top 5 in a poll, even when their team (Chargers) went 1-15. Dr. David Chao say's he is relatively optimistic that Indianapolis Colts Running Back: Jonathan Taylor will return to previous form. Teams do not get into details about player injuries, but ...
Jul 11, 2023•28 min•Ep. 192
Last season's Indianapolis Colts defense was not helped by the offense. So much youth at cornerback. Same defensive playbook from last year should help the defense as a whole. Could the defense play more man coverage due to circumstances? Linebacking corps should provide even better play than last year. Need the 4 young defensive ends to make that leap. The Colts have the offensive players now to make the defensive players better. The young CB's can learn from the Colts variety of Wide Receivers...
Jun 26, 2023•25 min•Ep. 191
Richardson and Gardner Minshew showing friendship on the practice field. Anthony Richardson has similar qualities to Andrew Luck. Richardson is better than advertised coming into the draft. Josh Downs & Anthony Richardson need reps together. Should the Indianapolis Colts sign a veteran Cornerback right now? Would you be a fan of the Colts 'IF' they moved? Anthony Richardson has more/better coaching on the Colts, than he's ever had. Will it be painful to watch the Colts in 2023? What should I...
Jun 10, 2023•32 min•Ep. 190
Isaiah thinks Special Teams should have to earn the kickoff to the 25 yard line. There is a friendly competition with Josh Downs for game reps. The friendship and competition with Kenny Moore II will make each other better. Isaiah's BBQ restaurant has been successful for 2 years now. Diving into how he earned his nickname: 'Little Dirty'. Anthony Richardson has done a lot of good things during OTA's. Goals that he has for himself, for his time with the Indianapolis Colts. Isaiah's favorite go-to...
May 26, 2023•19 min•Ep. 189
So little experience at the Cornerback position this year. A lot of young talent at Safety this year. Can Darius Shaquille Leonard return to form after surgery? The Indianapolis Colts lack a stud at edge pass rusher. The Colts interior Defensive Line are absolute studs! The Colts Wide Receivers are solid, even with no 'scary' target. Are the Tight Ends the deepest position on the team? The offensive line needs to rebound, even without a solid Right Guard. The Running Back will be a major focal p...
May 17, 2023•33 min•Ep. 188
Indianapolis Colts fans have mixed feelings about the possible outcome of this season. Breaking down the preseason games versus the Bills, Bears, and Eagles. Colts hoping to break 9 year opening game loss streak, versus the Jaguars. Don't want to tie the Texans week 2. Week 3: Haven't beaten the Ravens in 9 years. Week 4: Quarterback change for the Colts, heading to face the Rams? Who will the Titans Quarterback be week 5? 4 of first 6 games are divisional, as the Colts go to Jacksonville Week 6...
May 14, 2023•31 min•Ep. 187
The Indianapolis Colts Director of Personnel: Kevin Rogers discusses the draft process. The feeling in the room leading up to the 4th overall pick. How this rookie class puts a different feel heading into camp. Then we are join by Rookie Tight End: Will Mallory. He discusses training plans, his chance to make an impact in the tight end room, and more. Finally, Rookie Running Back: Evan Hull talks about his mindset at his position, why he was the only RB to take all his reps at the NFL combine to...
May 06, 2023•24 min•Ep. 186
The 1st 2 picks of the 2023 NFL draft 'near locks' for Brett? The Indianapolis Colts most likely ends up with Anthony Richardson. Right Guard needs to be addressed on day 2. It was the worst RG position in the NFL. What to do at pick #4, if your Quarterbacks are no longer available. Why is Yannick Ngakoue still sitting in Free Agency? Day 2 NFL draft players that would be a really good fit for Gus Bradley's defense. Would Anthony Richardson start for the Colts week 1, if they draft him? Quarterb...
Apr 19, 2023•48 min•Ep. 185
What Robert Mathis thinks the #1 priority for the Indianapolis Colts this offseason is. Should the Colts re-sign Tyquan Lewis? How pass rushers have changed from his era, to today's NFL. Has the NFL given too much power to the referees? How would Robert Mathis perform in today's game? Should the Colts re-sign Yannick Ngakoue? What do the Colts truly mean to Robert Mathis? Who does Robert like in the 2023 NFL draft for the Colts to get at pass rusher? What the Gridiron Gang is about. What is Robe...
Mar 14, 2023•25 min•Ep. 184
Jerraud thinks Geno Smith's contract with the Seattle Seahawks was 'great'! "They wrote me off, but I didn't write back!" Derek Carr is a proven Quarterback, and puts the New Orleans Saints in the forefront of the division right now. The Dallas Cowboys and Las Vegas Raiders franchise tag their running backs:Tony Pollard & Josh Jacobs. It was in Tony Pollard's benefit that he got franchise tagged. The Giants had a tough conundrum with who to place their tag on. The Kansas City Chiefs are maki...
Mar 10, 2023•29 min•Ep. 183
How Parris Campbell liked being with the Indianapolis Colts the past four years. How important it was last offseason to be healthy and available. Does Parris feels he still has plenty to prove. Having Reggie Wayne as a Wide Receivers coach. Parris and the Indianapolis Colts have mutual interest in getting him re-signed. Brian Hartline and Ohio State, is now Wide Receiver University. Dealing with a Quarterback carousel as a WR. Indianapolis Colts have a GREAT training staff. What is Parris' favor...
Mar 07, 2023•23 min•Ep. 182
Brandon Graham's thoughts/feelings after losing the NFL Super Bowl to the Kansas City Chiefs. Rodney McLeod wonders what it took for BG and the rest of the Philadelphia Eagles pass rush, to be the best in the NFL. Brandon's advice to young players whose careers are not starting off the way they hoped. Brandon wanted to play 10 years, but Ray Lewis' career made him want to reach 15. What Brandon learned about himself after dealing with major injuries. Brandon's mindset entering 2023 Free Agency. ...
Mar 02, 2023•26 min•Ep. 181
Eagles pass rusher: Brandon Graham talks about the Indianapolis Colts new head Coach: Shane Steichen. Jerraud Powers loves that Reggie Wayne continues to be the Wide Receivers coach. Rodney McLeod speaks on Coach Reggie Wayne, rather than just WR:Wayne. Reggie understands it is the little things that wins games. Wayne still talks with the defense to increase his WR's production. Gus Bradley Staying on is a great move for the Indianapolis Colts defense. It is a comfort for the players, that Gus i...
Mar 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 180
Jerraud Powers thinks Derek Carr to the New York Jets is a good fit. Could Carr handle the New York Media? Rodney McLeod wants to see Aaron Rodgers with the Jets. San Francisco 49ers QB: Brock Purdy would benefit from Rodgers? The Jets NEED a veteran, over another rookie quarterback. The Baltimore Ravens will must pay Lamar Jackson what he wants. Will Daniel Jones get $45 million a year? Should the New York Giants franchise tag Jones, as a prove it year? Saquon and Daniel need to discuss their f...
Feb 24, 2023•31 min•Ep. 179
@01:44 Update on Rodney McLeod's Childrens foundation. @04:45 Bubba Ventrone to the Cleveland Browns? @07:07 Was Bubba upset over not being the interim Head Coach? @09:20 DeAndre Smith hired as the Indianapolis Colts Running Backs coach. @13:40 Tom Manning hired as the Tight Ends position coach. @16:40 Rodney McLoud's thoughts on Andrew Ogletree. @18:20 Jim Bob Cooter looking to be the Colts Offensive Coordinator. @20:24 Jerraud Powers came to the Indianapolis Colts same time as Jim Bob....
Feb 23, 2023•24 min•Ep. 178
Ref's let the teams play, for the most part, and the teams played clean. Jalen Hurts is a franchise quarterback. Jalen's unforced fumble, that the Chiefs scooped and scored, changed the momentum of the game. The run game and defense are still prominent factors in playoff football. Andy Reid took advantage of film, to get wide open scores. Jerraud & Rodney break down those motion plays. Final thoughts: Both teams should be proud of how they played....
Feb 17, 2023•24 min•Ep. 177
Indianapolis Colts hire Shane Steichen as new Head Coach after a long interview process. Jerraud Powers is eager to see the direction Shane takes the Colts offense. Rodney McLeod emphasizes how well respected Shane was at Philly. Steichen has a history with many different types of Quarterbacks. Steichen will be meeting with the current Colts staff, then make decisions on who he wants. Who Rodney McLeod would bring from the Philadelphia Eagles, to the Indianapolis Colts. Shane has a lot of positi...
Feb 14, 2023•23 min•Ep. 176
Derek Carr uses Pro Bowl to erase any grey about his status. Gus Bradley and the Colts looking to continue their relationship. Would keeping Gus Bradley help keep defensive players? There could still be turnover on the defensive staff if Gus stays. Jerraud & Rodney are interested in seeing how the Chiefs and Eagles defend each other in the Super Bowl. Rodney McLeod dives into why Philadelphia Eagles RB: Miles Sanders is underrated. Jerraud Powers feels JuJu Smith-Schuster needs to step up to...
Feb 07, 2023•26 min•Ep. 175
How Jerraud & Rodney felt about the Championship weekend refereeing. NFL has upgraded everything but officiating. Ref's get caught up in the game also. Some player have conversations with Ref's, some avoid them. Philadelphia Eagles beat San Francisco 49ers by multiple scores, but had help. Eagles defense could play more aggressive when Brock Purdy left with injury. Philadelphia Eagles fans are excited, and riled up. How will Philly fans receive Andy Reid? Jerraud Powers called the Chiefs sti...
Feb 03, 2023•34 min•Ep. 174
No surprise teams in the final four. Bengals at Chiefs is a repeat of last years AFC championship. Kansas City Chiefs has all the pressure in this game. Will Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury change the game plan? Chiefs defense has a tall task against all the Bengals weapons. The Bengals have to double team Travis Kelce. Should see the Bengals blitz more, to test Mahomes' mobility. Eagles and 49ers both have non-traditional offenses. 49ers Defense has to keep Philadelphia's offense in front of them...
Jan 27, 2023•24 min•Ep. 173
Colts need to focus on a right fit. Not offensive or defensive minded coach. Jeff Saturday's interview is more important than his 1-7 record. Can't rush a Head Coach search. Should a Head Coach make play calls? Not having a starting Quarterback is not that important when drawing coaching candidates. Jacksonville Jaguars nearly made another comeback versus the Kansas City Chiefs. Where to rank Travis Kelce all-time at Tight End? Philadelphia Eagles proved there are for real against the New York G...
Jan 24, 2023•38 min•Ep. 172
Jacksonville Jaguars at Kansas City Chiefs. New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles. Cincinnati Bengals at Buffalo Bills. Dallas Cowboys at San Francisco 49ers. T.Y. Hilton playing with the Cowboys. C.J. Stroud taking time to decide to decalare for the NFL draft did not surprise Jerraud. Jerraud wants the Colts to get the head coach right first, then match with a Quarterback that fits. Will the Colts turnaround going to take longer than 1 year? Hindsight is always 20/20. Looking at players every ...
Jan 18, 2023•30 min•Ep. 171
@01:15 Colts Head coach search started with Bubba Ventrone. @03:55 Colts interviewing Chiefs Offensive Coordianator: Eric Bieniemy. @06:27 DeMeco Ryans is being interviewed by a ton of NFL teams. @07:55 Rodney McLeod gives his thoughts on Eagles OC: Shane Steichen. @09:30 Former Colts OC: Marcus Brady interviews for the Jets. @10:44 Saints want a late 1st or early 2nd round pick, for rights to Sean Peyton. @12:55 Kyle Shanahan had the 49ers come out the 2nd half to beat the Seahawks. @15:10 Jagu...
Jan 17, 2023•33 min•Ep. 170
The team says it's goodbyes to each other. Players have a lot of exit meetings on Black Monday. Rodney McLeod needs to take some time to see what's next for him. Jeff Saturday used to ask teammates and opponents what he could get better at when he played. What do Veterans prioritize when signing with a team. Rodney McLeod talks about Jeff Saturday's coaching style. Players are always respectful to their coaches, but trusting them is most important. Rodney doesn't feel Frank Reich lost the locker...
Jan 11, 2023•24 min•Ep. 169
Week 18 was bittersweet for Rodney McLeod. Texans winning, and losing the #1 overall draft pick is proof there is no tanking in the NFL. Rodney takes us through the process of his first career pick 6 interception Rodney Thomas pays respects to high school teammate: Damar Hamlin, on his INT. R. McLeod talk about R. Thomas' growth. Rodney breaks down the game winning touchdown pass for the Texans, that Rodney Thomas missed. Why did the breaks go against the Colts this season, rather than for them?...
Jan 10, 2023•23 min•Ep. 168
Jerraud Powers remembers being in a game like this during the 'Suck For Luck' year. "Character, job security, and pride" are the things that come to Rodney McLeod's about this game. Davis Mills' inconsistency will probably cost him his job this offseason. Texans are competitive, they have had a lot of close games against good teams. The Houston Texans have 2 very fast receivers: Brandon Cooks and Phillip Dorsett. Jerry Hughes is still good, and Jerraud remembers playing with him on the Colts. Th...
Jan 05, 2023•32 min•Ep. 167
Jerraud's entire family was in panic mode. Nyheim Hines, and other players mentality of playing football comes to the forefront. Rodney McLeod :"This is a reality check". The NFL delaying the game after the Damar Hamlin injury was the right move. A life threatening injury is way different than the ones players are accustomed to seeing. Should the camera zoom out on big player injuries? Damar Hamlin's toy drive has received a lot of support. The Jacksonville Jaguars look for real. Would the Lions...
Jan 04, 2023•23 min•Ep. 166
Giants played like they had playoff aspirations. Daniel Jones is a viable weapon. Jones has gotten better year after year. Rodney McLeod says Jones has deceptive speed. Jerraud Powers compared Jones to Josh Allen. The NFL needs to adjust the QB protection rules, because defenders are compromised. Jones has the lowest Interception percentage in the league. Kayvon Thibodeaux's reaction on the sideline was disrespectful, but not his innitial celebration. Thoughts on Sam Ehlinger's play, coming in f...
Jan 03, 2023•22 min•Ep. 165
Colts sticking with Nick Foles, even after disastrous outing versus the Chargers. Jim Irsay adamant Chris Ballard with be General Manager next season. I want to keep Rodney McLeod on the Colts. Does he want to stay? This Quarterback draft class is not 'eye-popping'. Do not trade for an older QB. Daniel Jones has gotten better every single year. The Giants have a good team, and is fighting for the playoffs. Colts have one of the best pass rushes in the NFL. Game Prediction....
Dec 30, 2022•25 min•Ep. 164
