The Colts' season is over after a heartbreaking playoff loss to the Bills. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins break down the game's key moments (7:35), discuss if it's fair to call the Colts' 2020 season a success (24:12) and list Indianapolis' top priorities heading into the offseason (27:13). (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in future shows!)
Jan 11, 2021•40 min•Ep. 124
The Colts begin their playoff journey with a trip to Buffalo to take on the Bills. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins start the show by discussing news around the league, including a Colts coordinator being requested for head coaching interviews. The crew then previews the matchup (18:44) by breaking down injuries, keys to the game and making predictions. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in future shows!...
Jan 07, 2021•48 min•Ep. 123
The Colts kept it interesting but ultimately defeated the Jaguars and are playoff bound. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways, including Jonathan Taylor's historic day. The duo also breaks down some of Indianapolis' regular season accomplishments with 2020 in the books. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Jan 04, 2021•32 min•Ep. 122
The Colts MUST beat the Jaguars Sunday to keep their playoff hopes alive. Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by discussing injuries, keys to the game and making predictions. The duo also provides updates on Indianapolis' playoff scenarios and the teams involved. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Dec 30, 2020•42 min•Ep. 121
The Colts are no longer in control of their playoff fate after Sunday's second half collapse in Pittsburgh. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins break down playoff scenarios (3:59), recap the game (12:56) and discuss takeaways and injuries (26:42). (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Dec 28, 2020•42 min•Ep. 120
The 10-4 Colts continue their playoff push with a trip to Pittsburgh, where they'll take on an 11-3 Steelers team looking to snap a three-game losing streak. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by discussing injuries, detailing keys to the game and making predictions. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Dec 23, 2020•49 min•Ep. 119
For the second time in two weeks, the Colts recovered a Texans fumble with seconds remaining to seal the win over Houston. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways, key stats and injuries. The duo also breaks down the AFC playoff picture with just two games remaining. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Dec 21, 2020•37 min•Ep. 118
The Colts have a rematch this week with the Houston Texans, who pushed Indianapolis to the brink in their first meeting earlier this month. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game by discussing injuries, detailing keys to the game and making predictions.
Dec 17, 2020•54 min•Ep. 117
Indianapolis' offense could seemingly do no wrong Sunday as the Colts steamrolled the Raiders 44-27. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game, discuss takeaways, key stats and injuries and break down the AFC playoff picture with just three games to go.
Dec 14, 2020•35 min•Ep. 116
The 8-4 Colts visit the 7-5 Raiders Sunday in a matchup that has major playoff implications. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the game by discussing injuries, breaking down keys to the game and making predictions.
Dec 10, 2020•52 min•Ep. 115
The Colts advance to 8-4 after winning in dramatic fashion in Houston. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game, discuss takeaways and injuries, and break down the playoff picture with just a few weeks left.
Dec 07, 2020•34 min•Ep. 114
After a touch loss to the Titans, the Colts are looking to bounce back Sunday against the 4-7 Texans. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by discussing injuries and suspensions, breaking down keys to the game and making predictions. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 113
The Colts squandered an incredible opportunity Sunday in pursuit of their first AFC South title since 2014. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins break down Indy's loss to Tennessee (11:05) by recapping the game, discussing takeaways and injuries and assessing the Colts' playoff odds (26:35) with five games left in the season. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Please bear with us as audio quality will improve in coming weeks!)
Nov 30, 2020•35 min•Ep. 112
The 7-3 Colts host the 7-3 Titans Sunday in a game that has major AFC South implications. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the news of the week, including a pair of Colts becoming one step closer to being inducted into the Hall of Fame. The fellas then preview Sunday's matchup (17:43) by discussing injuries, detailing keys to the game and making predictions. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Audio quality will improve in co...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 111
It took overtime, but the Colts managed to beat the 7-win Packers in what owner Jim Irsay called "one of the most exciting victories we’ve ever had at home..." On the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game, offer their reaction, provide takeaways, key stats and more. (NOTE: COVID-19 has again kicked us out of our recording studio. Audio quality will improve in coming weeks.)
Nov 23, 2020•32 min•Ep. 110
The 6-3 Colts host the 7-2 Packers Sunday in Indianapolis' next big test. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by discussing injuries, breaking down keys to the game, making predictions and more!
Nov 19, 2020•37 min•Ep. 109
The Colts sit atop the AFC South after defeating the division rival Titans under the Thursday night lights. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins break down Indy's huge win by recapping the game, discussing takeaways and taking a look at injuries. Plus, the fellas express where their confidence level is with this team after their impressive victory.
Nov 13, 2020•37 min•Ep. 108
The Colts take on the Titans Thursday in a battle for the top spot in the AFC South. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by breaking down injuries, keys to the game and making predictions.
Nov 11, 2020•54 min•Ep. 112
The Colts fell short Sunday in an opportunity to make a statement against one of the AFC's best. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap Indy's loss to Baltimore, discuss takeaways, injuries and pose the question: Are the Colts' issues correctable?
Nov 09, 2020•33 min•Ep. 111
The Colts face their toughest test of the season thus far when the Baltimore Ravens fly into town this week. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news around the league, including a positive COVID test in the Colts' facility. Then the fellas preview Sunday's pivotal AFC battle by breaking down injuries, keys to the game and making predictions.
Nov 05, 2020•34 min•Ep. 110
The Colts advanced to 5-2 Sunday after defeating the Detroit Lions 41-21. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news around the league, including the NFL trade deadline. The fellas then recap the Colts' win, break down key takeaways and name their offensive and defensive players of the week.
Nov 02, 2020•33 min•Ep. 109
The Colts come off a bye to visit the Detroit Lions in a game Indianapolis needs to win before the schedule gets tougher. Mike Chappell, Joe Hopkins and Dave Griffiths preview the matchup by providing injury updates, discussing keys to the game and making predictions.
Oct 29, 2020•45 min•Ep. 108
After falling behind early to the Bengals 21-0, Philip Rivers led the Colts on a historic comeback to win 31-27. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game, discuss key takeaways (16:26) and name their offensive and defensive players of the week (29:50).
Oct 19, 2020•34 min•Ep. 106
After self-inflicted errors cost the Colts the game in Cleveland, Philip Rivers and company will look to rebound at home against the 1-3-1 Bengals. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins start the show by discussing news around the league. The fellas then preview Indy's matchup with Cincinnati (18:14) by providing an update on injuries, breaking down keys to the game and making predictions.
Oct 15, 2020•53 min•Ep. 105
Mike Chappell and producer Joe Hopkins recap the Colts' loss to the Browns, discuss takeaways from the game and ask themselves at what point does Indianapolis consider making a quarterback change?
Oct 12, 2020•21 min•Ep. 104
The 3-1 Colts head north this week to Cleveland to take on a much improved 3-1 Browns team. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and producer Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the news of the week. Then the fellas break down the slew of injuries plaguing the Colts (19:22) and preview the matchup by highlighting the Browns' strengths and weaknesses (25:11), listing keys to the game and making predictions.
Oct 08, 2020•49 min•Ep. 103
The Colts have now won three in a row after grinding out a win in Chicago. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the outing, discuss takeaways from the game and name their offensive and defensive players of the week.
Oct 05, 2020•33 min•Ep. 101
The Colts dominated the Jets 36-7 to improve to 2-1. Now, they head to Chicago to take on the undefeated Bears. Mike Chappell and Dave Griffiths analyze what's ahead for the Horseshoe.
Oct 01, 2020•53 min•Ep. 100
The Colts host the New York Jets Sunday as Indianapolis tries to get above .500 on the season. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins preview the matchup by discussing injuries, breaking down keys to the game and offering predictions.
Sep 24, 2020•48 min•Ep. 99
The Colts came away with their first win of the season Sunday against the Vikings. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game, discuss takeaways and break down injuries to Malik Hooker and Parris Campbell and what they mean for the team.
Sep 21, 2020•34 min•Ep. 98
