Indianapolis Colts Official Podcast

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor join up again for another installment of The Last Word, offseason radio home of the Colts. This week we chat with head coach Shane Steichen regarding Michael Pittman Jr. receiving the non-exclusive franchise tag this week and his involvement in the upcoming draft process. The team also talks with Emory Hunt, NFL Draft analyst from CBS, regarding the wide receiver depth in the upcoming draft and why he’s optimistic on Anthony Richardson having a sensational sophomore season in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside the Draft is back! We discuss the NFL Draft with national insiders leading up to draft weekend. In this episode, Matt Taylor and Jeffrey Gorman talk with Lance Zierlein about how the quarterback depth will affect the Colts with the 15th overall pick and explains why it might be better for the Colts to choose a receiver outside the first round. Lastly, Jeffrey and JJ Stakevitz talk to Dane Brugler about the different tiers of wide receivers, the best players on defense in the first round, and why Georgia tight end Brock Bowers is a promising prospect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the final installment of the Free Agent Preview podcast series in 2024, Matt Taylor, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier break down the free agency looks of linebacker/safety Ronnie Harrison Jr. and defensive end Jake Martin. The team breaks down the potential role for Martin next season and what he brought to the defensive line rotation in 2023 and examines how Harrison Jr. was able to transition from safety to linebacker and how his positional flexibility impacts his market to the Colts in free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier react to the Colts using the franchise tag on wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and talk through what it means for Pittman and the team in 2024. Then, Ben Solak from The Ringer joins Casey and JJ to break down Anthony Richardson and what to expect from free agency this year, and the gang downloads what they learned at the NFL Combine last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Taylor, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier break down the free agency looks of defensive lineman Taven Bryan and Tyquan Lewis. The fellas discuss what Bryan brought to the Colts when Grover Stewart was suspended for six games and marvel at Lewis’ efficiency at disrupting the running game and opposing quarterbacks in limited defensive snaps in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We huddle in the division with the voices from the AFC South. Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier talk with Marc Vandermeer, the voice of the Texans, breaking down how CJ Stroud wowed in Houston in his rookie season. Matt and Jeffrey Gorman welcome the voice of the Jaguars, Frank Frangie, to discuss how the Jaguars are poised to bounce back after losing five of their last six games to close out last season. Lastly, Matt and Jeffrey speak with Mike Keith, the voice of the Titans, regarding Will Levis taking over at quarterback in 2024 and new head coach Brian Callahan taking over in Nashville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Casey Vallier talk NFL Draft with Brad Spielberger from Pro Football Focus at the NFL Combine. Brad discusses how the Colts’ draft needs align with the positional depth in the 2024 draft. Matt Taylor and Casey welcome in ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler at the combine to discuss the hot topics heading into free agency and how he thinks the Colts will ultimately get Michael Pittman Jr. back on the team next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Word comes to you this week from the NFL Scouting Combine in downtown Indianapolis. Matt Taylor and Jeffrey Gorman break down the biggest pieces of news that came out of the week regarding the Colts and discuss the latest with the team’s negotiations with wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. heading into next week’s franchise tag deadline. The guys also welcome NFL Draft insider Charles Davis from the NFL Network to break down the Colts’ biggest draft needs and their outlook heading into 2024 with a healthy Anthony Richardson at quarterback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Stankevitz and Matt Taylor welcome Trevor Sikkema, lead NFL Draft analyst for Pro Football Focus at the NFL Combine to break down the draft's top talent and why offense will dominate the first few selections and discuss the Colts' draft needs on both sides of the ball. Next, Matt and Jeffrey Gorman chat with ESPN NFL Draft insider Matt Miller discussing the receivers available in the first few rounds of the draft and why the Colts could be in a good spot with the 15th pick to add a premium player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier talk with NFL Draft Insiders Jordan Reid from ESPN.com and Eric Edholm from NFL.com at the NFL Combine. Reid discusses where the Colts can get more explosive on offense and why he wouldn’t shy away from drafting Georgia tight end Brock Bowers if he is available with the 15th overall pick. Edholm breaks down the Colts’ biggest needs heading into the draft and lays out Michael Pittman’s options if he hits the free agent market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're live from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis! Time to preview the expectations for what Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen will say during their press conferences on Wednesday. Plus, NFL Network analyst and writer Daniel Jeremiah joins the podcast to talk about where the Colts are and looking at the 2024 NFL Draft class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series rolls on as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier go all-in on the free agency of punter Rigoberto Sanchez who has been with the Colts since 2017. The crew discusses Sanchez being a reliable player, his ability to directional punt and flip field position in favor of the Colts, and lastly, debates the value of a veteran punter in 2024 and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor are back this week on The Last Word, the offseason radio home of the Colts. Jeffrey and Matt preview the NFL Combine beginning next week in Indianapolis and break down how the quarterback depth in this draft class will impact the Colts. The fellas discuss what they want to hear from Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard when they take to the podium next week and chat with ESPN NFL and fantasy football insider Field Yates regarding some possible upcoming moves by the Colts in free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier return with the Free Agent Preview Podcast series as they examine the free agency of safety Julian Blackmon. The crew recaps Blackmon’s 2023 season making the switch from free safety to strong safety, discuss his leadership role on defense the last four years, and debate whether the Colts can afford to lose both Blackmon and Kenny Moore II from the secondary in the same offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart is the topic of conversation on this edition of the Free Agent Preview Podcast series. Matt Taylor, JJ Stankevitz and Casey Vallier break down Grover’s impact in the running game and what his absence meant to the Colts defense for six games last season, and discuss how difficult  Grover would be to replace to the Colts’ defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton and JJ Stankevitz dive into the biggest questions the Colts will answer in the next few months, including the decision on Michael Pittman Jr., if a big splash is coming at wide receiver or tight end and what happens with Anthony Richardson's backup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series continues as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier dive into the free agency profile of cornerback Kenny Moore II, the longest-tenured player on the Colts defense. The crew breaks down Moore’s 2023 season and his leadership in a very young cornerback room last season and debate if the Colts and other teams will view him like an “outside cornerback” in free agency in comparison to a nickel corner when it comes to signing a new contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor return on The Last Word this week, the offseason radio home of the Colts.  The guys talk about the franchise tag window coming up next week and whether Michael Pittman Jr would be a candidate to receive it from the Colts.  The fellas also talk about Anthony Richardson throwing again during his rehab in Florida and what that means for his return to the Colts in spring workouts.  And finally, the guys welcome in former Colt defensive end Dwight Freeney who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame later this summer.  Freeney discusses his emotions of finding out the big news, where his legendary spin move came from and how the Hall of Fame has changed his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast series continues as Matt Taylor, Bill Brooks and Casey Vallier dive into the free agency profile of running back Zack Moss, who led the Colts in rushing in 2023. They analyze Moss’ professionalism and versatility to fit whatever role asked of him the last two seasons. The team debates whether Moss can be a starting running back on the open market and how valuable it is to have a quality back to complement Jonathan Taylor next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Colts Free Agent Preview Podcast discusses Gardner Minshew’s 2023 season and whether other teams might consider him a starting quarterback option. The team also dives into Minshew’s professionalism for the Colts last season and emphasizes the value of having a reliable backup quarterback as shown across the NFL last season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.