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Colts Blue Zone Podcast

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No one gets you closer to the Indianapolis Colts. Join FOX59/CBS4's Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams weekly as they discuss everything from game recaps, to trade rumors. If it has to do with the Colts, the Colts Blue Zone is talking about it.

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Episodes

EP 239. Colts Let Win Slip Through Fingers

The same old problems plagued the Colts in Sam Ehlinger's first start. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping Indy's 17-16 loss to Washington. They then discuss injuries (14:42), takeaways from the game (16:22) and what to expect from this team for the remainder of the season (32:22). The fellas end the show by speculating on the trade deadline (38:36) and checking in on the AFC South. Join us Thursday as the crew previews the Colts' upcoming trip to New England. And follow us...

Oct 31, 202246 min

EP 238. Previewing Ehlinger's 1st Start

The Sam Ehlinger era begins Sunday against the Commanders. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing Matt Ryan's comments on being benched and noting a few Colts roster moves (7:55). The pair then previews the matchup by discussing injuries (11:42), breaking down this Washington team (17:16), detailing keys to the game (20:55) and making predictions (41:08). Join us Monday as Chappell and Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @Co...

Oct 27, 202248 min

EP 237. Quarterback Change

Things are changing in Indianapolis. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the Colts' move to name Sam Ehlinger their starting quarterback. The duo then briefly recaps Indy's loss to the Titans (25:46), breaks down takeaways from the game (28:46) and checks in on the AFC South (37:42). Join us Thursday as the crew previews the Colts' upcoming matchup with the Commanders. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone.

Oct 24, 202243 min

EP 236. Playing for Division Lead in Tennessee

A win over the Titans, and the Colts are suddenly division leaders! Mike Chappell and Dave Griffiths begin the show with news, including the implications of Carson Wentz's injury, Jim Irsay's comments and Sam Ehlinger. The duo then previews Sunday's matchup by discussing injuries (25:10), examining this Titans team (33:12), breaking down keys to the game (46:46) and making predictions (53:00). Join us Monday and Chappell and Joe Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways. And follow the Colts ...

Oct 20, 202257 min

EP 235. Colts vs Jaguars Round 2

After being shut out in Jacksonville in week 2, the Colts have a chance to redeem themselves against the Jaguars on Sunday. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news. The gang then looks at injuries (10:37), breaks down this Jaguars team (20:51), lays out keys to the game (38:14) and makes predictions (57:11). Join us Monday as Chappell and Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone....

Oct 13, 20221 hr 2 min

EP 234. Colts Find a Way to Win in Denver

It wasn't pretty, but a win is a win! Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping the Colts' overtime victory over the Broncos. The pair then discusses injuries (31:03), takeaways from the game (35:02) and checks in on the division race (55:29). Join us next week as the Blue Zone crew previews Indy's rematch with the Jaguars. And follow us on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone. https://twitter.com/ColtsBluezone?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Oct 07, 202258 min

EP 233. Blueprint for Beating Broncos

The Colts have an opportunity to get back to .500 Thursday in Denver. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show with news. The trio then previews the game by discussing injuries (7:48), analyzing this Broncos team (20:03), breaking down keys to the game (45:08) and making predictions (59:59). Be sure to join us Friday as Chappell and Hopkins recap the game and discuss takeaways. And follow us on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone.

Oct 05, 20221 hr 7 min

EP 232. Colts Cough Up Chance to Lead Division

The Colts came up short in their comeback attempt against the Titans on Sunday. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping the game. They then discuss injuries (24:05), takeaways from Indy's performance (27:04) and check in on the still-winnable AFC South (39:43). Be sure to join us Wednesday as the Blue Zone crew previews Indianapolis' Thursday night matchup with the Broncos. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone.

Oct 03, 202245 min

EP 231. Titans Come to Town

As Jim Irsay will tell you, this is a big week for the Colts with the division rival Titans coming to town. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news. Griffths then poses an interesting would-you-rather question regarding the 2020 draft (5:03). The gang then previews Sunday's matchup by discussing injuries (13:06), breaking down this Tennessee team (33:00), detailing keys to the game (47:37) and making predictions (51:42). Follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitt...

Sep 29, 202259 min

EP 230. Colts Upset Chiefs for 1st Win of 2022

The Colts picked up their first win of the season Sunday with a huge upset victory over the Chiefs. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping the game. The duo then discusses injuries (20:23), breaks down takeaways from the game (21:32) and checks in on the AFC South (36:51). Join us Thursday as the crew previews Indy's upcoming game vs the Titans. And follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter @ColtsBlueZone for news and notes throughout the week.

Sep 26, 202241 min

EP 229. Formula for Beating Chiefs

The Colts head into their home opener looking for their first win of the season. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing news and the Colts' issues to start the year. The gang then previews Sunday's matchup with Kansas City by talking injuries (14:40), breaking down this Chiefs team (24:35), detailing keys to the game (41:12) and making predictions (51:13). Follow the Colts Blue Zone on Twitter for news and notes throughout the week @ColtsBlueZone....

Sep 22, 202257 min

EP 228. Time to Panic After Jacksonville?

Things got ugly in Jacksonville as the Colts took a 24-0 whooping. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping the game. The duo then discusses takeaways and asks themselves if it's too early in the season to hit the panic button (12:37). The fellas wrap up the show by taking a look around the AFC South (38:22).

Sep 19, 202240 min

EP 227. Can Colts Stop Streak in Jacksonville?

The Colts head down to Jacksonville this week, where they haven't won since 2014. Mike Chappell, Dave Griffiths and Joe Hopkins begin the show by discussing the Colts' kicking situation after the team waived Rodrigo Blankenship. The gang then previews Sunday's matchup by talking injuries (17:03), breaking down this Jaguars team (23:02), detailing keys to the game (39:46) and making predictions (54:03).

Sep 15, 20221 hr

EP 226. Takeaways From a Wild Week 1

The Colts snapped their week 1 losing streak on Sunday, but still couldn't find a way to win. Mike Chappell and Joe Hopkins begin the show by recapping Indy's overtime thriller in Houston. They then discuss takeaways from the game (23:31) and take a look around the AFC South (42:00).

Sep 12, 202246 min

EP 225. Previewing Season Opener in Houston

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).

Sep 08, 202259 min

EP 224. Cut Day

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).

Sep 01, 202257 min

EP 223. Dress Rehearsal

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 ...

Aug 25, 20221 hr 4 min

EP 222. Preseason Impressions

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.

Aug 18, 202252 min

EP 221. Previewing Colts' Preseason Opener

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).

Aug 11, 202256 min

EP 220. Roster Bubble

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).

Jul 22, 202259 min

EP 219. Training Camp Begins!

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).

Jul 22, 20221 hr 3 min

EP 218. Training Camp Preview: Defense

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).

Jul 21, 20221 hr 5 min

EP 217. Training Camp Preview: Offense

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).

Jul 14, 20221 hr 18 min

EP 216. Top 5 Breakout Candidates

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).

Jul 07, 20221 hr 3 min

EP 215. Top 10 Most Valuable Colts

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).

Jun 30, 20221 hr 10 min

EP 214. Top 5 Offseason Moves

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)....

Jun 23, 20221 hr 1 min

EP 213. Willis, McLaurin, Pro Bowl

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).

Jun 16, 202246 min

EP 212. Minicamp Buzz/Statistical Milestones

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).

Jun 09, 202255 min

EP 211. 20 Questions

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).

Jun 02, 20221 hr 7 min

EP 210. Roster Turnover

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).

May 26, 20221 hr 2 min
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