Episodes

  • Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon retains GM Chris Ballard, claims 'urgency' is paramount

    Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon retains GM Chris Ballard, claims 'urgency' is paramount
    Jan 6 2026
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, react to Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon's decision to retain general manager Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen. Irsay-Gordon claimed that the "sense of urgency for them to deliver and perform has never been higher." But after an 8-9 finish in 2025 and missing the playoffs for a fifth-straight season, how much higher can the urgency get? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    39 mins
  • Colts face big questions as Philip Rivers' return comes to an end

    Colts face big questions as Philip Rivers' return comes to an end
    Dec 30 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap Philip Rivers' last start in the NFL and the life lessons the 44-year-old shared along the way. Now, with rookie Riley Leonard poised to start in the regular-season finale, Colts principal owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon must turn her eyes toward the franchise's very murky future. Will (or should) GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen be retained? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    35 mins
  • Colts lose fifth straight, waste Philip Rivers' throwback performance

    Colts lose fifth straight, waste Philip Rivers' throwback performance
    Dec 23 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap the Colts' fifth-straight loss. Philip Rivers turned back the clock against the San Francisco 49ers, but it wasn't enough to offset an abysmal showing from Indy's defense. The Colts still have a slim chance to make the playoffs, though it's hard to find hope with two games left in the regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 mins
  • Recapping Philip Rivers' return to the Colts; How close is Anthony Richardson Sr.?

    Recapping Philip Rivers' return to the Colts; How close is Anthony Richardson Sr.?
    Dec 16 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap Philip Rivers' NFL return. The 44-year-old nearly led the Colts to a massive upset in Seattle, but Indianapolis has now lost four straight games as its playoff hopes continue to dwindle. Anthony Richardson Sr. has also been cleared for physical activities as he continues recovering from an orbital fracture. Could he play again this season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 mins
  • Can Philip Rivers stave off Father Time and save the Colts' season?

    Can Philip Rivers stave off Father Time and save the Colts' season?
    Dec 11 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap a wild week for the Colts, which includes Daniel Jones rupturing his right Achilles and Philip Rivers coming out of retirement. Can Rivers, an eight-time Pro Bowler (and 44-year-old grandpa), really save Indy's season? We'll find out Sunday if he starts on the road against the Seattle Seahawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 mins
  • Can the reeling Colts end their 10-year losing streak in Jacksonville?

    Can the reeling Colts end their 10-year losing streak in Jacksonville?
    Dec 3 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, recap the Colts' recent skid and look ahead to their road matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Can the Colts finally end their 10-year losing streak in Duval County? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 mins
  • Should the Colts tag Daniel Jones?; Houston's stingy defense awaits

    Should the Colts tag Daniel Jones?; Houston's stingy defense awaits
    Nov 26 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, discuss the possibility of the Colts franchise tagging Daniel Jones amid the QB's recent struggles. Boyd and Ayello also look ahead to Indy's pivotal AFC South matchup against the Houston Texans, who have the No. 2 ranked scoring defense in the NFL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    37 mins
  • Colts prepare for showdown with Chiefs; Charvarius Ward returns

    Colts prepare for showdown with Chiefs; Charvarius Ward returns
    Nov 19 2025
    The Athletic's Indianapolis Colts reporter James Boyd and his editor, Jim Ayello, discuss arguably the Colts' biggest game of the year: a showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Boyd also theorized that star cornerback Charvarius Ward Sr. would return from IR, which Colts coach Shane Steichen confirmed hours later. If Ward is cleared to playsSunday, what effect could he have on the defense? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    34 mins