Best The Colts Cast Podcasts (2024)

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Should the Indianapolis Colts trade for Brandon Aiyuk? 9:04

42m ago9:04

9:04

Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers. Should the Indianapolis Colts attempt to pursue a trade to acquire the talented wideout? Tune in to hear our thoughts!

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Half-baked takes for the 2024 NFL season, with David Helman 1:27:26

2h ago1:27:26

1:27:26

Come the end of the season, you can't hold Robert Mays and Fox Sports' David Helman to the takes they offer up on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Don't you dare even try. After all, they're just half-baked takes. Host: Robert Mays With: David Helman Executive Producer: Michael Beller Producer: Michael Beller Subscribe to The Athletic Fo…

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Summer Scouting: Ranking the Top 5 Edge Rushers and D-Linemen in the 2025 NFL Draft class 1:13:44

35m ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Ryan Wilson, Rick Spielman and Mike Renner continue their Summer Scouting series looking at the top 5 EDGE and DL in 2025 NFL Draft. Intro: (0:00) The EDGE List (6:05) No.1 James Pearce Jr. (7:55) No.2 Mykel Williams (21:38) No.3 J.T. Tuimoloau (29:18) No.4 Nic Scourton (34:51) No.5 Jack Sawyer (39:47) Honorable Mentions (43:22) The DL List (46:27)…

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Rams head coach Sean McVay on the pursuit of greatness, coaching Aaron Donald, personal growth, and more 1:12:26

2h ago1:12:26

1:12:26

Days before the Rams opened training camp for the 2024 season, head coach Sean McVay opened the doors of his home to Robert Mays and The Athletic Football Show. The two discussed what it was like to coach Aaron Donald, what Matthew Stafford allows the Rams to do, and how Puka Nacua emerged last year. They also dove into McVay's personal growth the …

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The biggest questions heading into training camp, with Mike Golic Jr. 1:01:02

1h ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Training camp is upon us. What are the biggest questions we have as we usher in the 2024 NFL season? Robert Mays and Mike Golic Jr. from the DraftKings Network ask theirs on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Host: Robert Mays With: Mike Golic Jr. Executive Producer: Michael Beller Producer: Michael Beller Subscribe to The Athletic Footbal…

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Three up, three down: The teams that will be better or worse than you think, with Aaron Schatz; The scoop on Scoop City with Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel 1:12:00

7d ago1:12:00

1:12:00

We know the coming NFL season will deliver plenty of surprises of both the good and bad varieties. Which teams might be better than we expect? Which could fall on the other side of that coin? FTN Fantasy's Aaron Schatz, the Godfather of DVOA, joins Robert Mays to dig into those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, Dianna R…

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Summer Scouting: Ranking the Top 5 Tight Ends and O-Linemen in the 2025 NFL Draft class 1:12:02

30m ago1:12:02

1:12:02

Ryan Wilson, Rick Spielman and Mike Renner continue their Summer Scouting series looking at the top 5 TEs and OL in 2025 NFL Draft. Intro: (0:00) The TE List (2:55) No.1 Colston Loveland (4:47) No.2 Oscar Delp (9:36) No.3 Mitchell Evans (16:29) No.T4 Luke Lachey (22:51) No.T4 Jake Briningstool (26:30) Honorable Mentions (30:24) The OL List (34:47) …

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The players who can swing the 2024 NFL season 1:26:27

15h ago1:26:27

1:26:27

Players like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have the league in the palm of their hand. We know that. Identifying the wild card players who can swing their team's outcome, and thus that of the league as a whole, is a bit trickier. Bill Barnwell of ESPN joins Robert Mays to try and find those players on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Hos…

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How to Spot the Next Breakout Wide Receiver 1:35:37

1d ago1:35:37

1:35:37

Reception Perception’s Matt Harmon joins Robert Mays to break down which of the league’s receivers are primed for breakouts and where we should be looking for the league’s next elite group of pass catchers. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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How many teams can win the Super Bowl this season? 1:11:55

2d ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Robert Mays sits down with ESPN’s Courtney Cronin to discuss how many teams can really win the Super Bowl this season. They talk about the no brainers, the teams with the best paths, who could make a jump and those that might get stuck on the outside looking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Indianapolis Colts Bold Predictions for the 2024 NFL Season 9:02

3d ago9:02

9:02

The Indianapolis Colts are expected to take a leap this season. We have three bold predictions for everyone, including Adonai Mitchell and Juju Brents. Tune in!#colts #news #nfldraft #afc #indianapolis #indianapoliscolts

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Summer Scouting: Ranking the Top 5 Wide Receivers and Running Backs in the 2025 NFL Draft class 1:08:50

3d ago1:08:50

1:08:50

Ryan Wilson, Rick Spielman and Mike Renner continue their Summer Scouting series looking at the top 5 WRs and RBs in 2025 NFL Draft. Intro: (0:00) The WR List (5:35) No.1 Luther Burden (6:05) No.2 Tetairoa McMillan (12:40) No.3 Emeka Egbuka (17:12) No.T4 Evan Stewart (23:44) No.T4 Isaiah Bond (28:21) The RB List (36:24) No.1 Quinshon Judkins (38:00…

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Ten tips for crushing your fantasy league in 2024 1:35:21

4d ago1:35:21

1:35:21

Fantasy football season is almost here! Robert Mays sits down with Ben Gretch from Stealing Signals to get you ready to crush your league with ten rules to remember heading into the 2024 season. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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Which NFL offensive lines are better than you think? 1:24:54

11d ago1:24:54

1:24:54

Brandon Thorn of the Trench Warfare newsletter joins Robert Mays to take stock of the league's offensive lines and debate which units might be better than people give them credit for. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Summer Scouting: Ranking the Top 10 Quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft class 1:21:42

12d ago1:21:42

1:21:42

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman kick off the Summer Scouting series looking at the top 10 QBs in 2025 NFL Draft. Intro: (0:00) Making the List (3:00) No.1 Carson Beck (5:30) No.2 Shedeur Sanders (13:47) No.3 Quinn Ewers (23:45) No.4 Conner Weigman (31:26) No.5 Riley Leonard (39:08) No.6 Jalen Milroe (45:56) No.7 Cam Ward (56:22) No.8 Drew Allar (59:5…

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Ranking the QB Supporting Casts in the NFC 1:10:55

20d ago1:10:55

1:10:55

ESPN’s Mike Clay joins Robert Mays to sort out which quarterbacks in the NFC have the best supporting casts around them and who benefits the most from personnel, coaching and play-calling. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Lingering Questions about the NFC South 1:31:35

17d ago1:31:35

1:31:35

For the final episode of this series, Seth Galina of Pro Football Focus joins Robert Mays to take a long, hard look at the NFC South and what the 2023 season did and didn’t tell us about the division. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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Top 25 NFL players 25 and under for 2024: C.J. Stroud bursts onto the list 44:42

17d ago44:42

44:42

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman react to CBSSports.com's list of the Top 25 Players, 25 and Under for 2024. Where do the Lions rookie phenom duo rank? Did Justin Jefferson's injury see him slide from No.1? Find out. Intro: (0:00) Pickleball Gym Bro (1:42) Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story (3:19) Justin Jefferson No.1 Again (7:26) Aging Out (10:1…

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Ranking the QB Supporting Casts in the AFC 1:37:03

19d ago1:37:03

1:37:03

Which AFC quarterbacks have the best supporting casts around them? Damien Harris joins Robert Mays to rank them 1 to 16 and explore who’s got the best play-callers, line play, pass catchers and runners to back them up. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad cho…

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Strong Prediction Ahead of Laiatu Latu’s Rookie Season 11:03

20d ago11:03

11:03

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsLaiatu Latu is currently in second on all sportsbooks for NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. With names like Dallas Turner and Chop Robinson on the list, does Latu have what it takes to take the crown of Defensive Rookie of the Year?

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Football GM: Players turned coaches, Will Mays tribute and WR Brandon Aiyuk 52:46

21d ago52:46

52:46

What's the difference between J.J. Redick and Jeff Saturday? Mike and Randy compare the former players turned coaches and consider how coaching differs in the NBA compared to the NFL. Randy pays tribute to the late Willie Mays, his childhood idol, and compares meeting the Say Hey Kid to meeting Muhammad Ali. The guys also discuss the Brandon Aiyuk …

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Lingering Questions about the NFC West 1:14:52

23d ago1:14:52

1:14:52

What lingering questions about the NFC West remain from the 2023 season? Shawn Syed of SumerSports joins Robert Mays to talk about the Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks and 49ers. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Assessing the state of the QB market 52:01

24d ago52:01

52:01

The QB market continues to make headlines with Trevor Lawrence’s new deal. Robert Mays is joined by Brad Spielberger, Director of Football Administration at Grand Central Sports Management, to break down these massive contracts. They dive into the deals and what we can really learn from them. They also talk about no trade clauses, upcoming contract…

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Minicamp Catch-Up | Rookie QB updates, position changes, injuries and holdouts 58:48

24d ago58:48

58:48

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman sift through the reports coming out of minicamp to find out how all the rookie QBs are REALLY doing. Plus injury updates, position changes, holdouts and much more. Intro (0:00) Caleb Williams Camp Report (7:00) Rome Odunze's Fantasy Flex (13:46) Last Years Minicamp QB Evals (23:30) Patriots Worried About Maye Picks? (2…

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Raheem Morris + Dan Orlovsky on Dak Prescott and Trevor Lawrence 1:22:14

26d ago1:22:14

1:22:14

Robert Mays sits down with Falcons head coach Raheem Morris to talk about what he’s building in Atlanta and about taking the league by surprise at the 2024 draft. Then Dan Orlovsky joins the show to talk about what contract talks with Dak Prescott and Trevor Lawrence could mean across the league. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to T…

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Football GM: Trevor Lawrence extension, Atlanta Falcons tampering and the CapFriendly website 56:38

1M ago56:38

56:38

We made it to another week of the Football GM - Mike and Randy kick off their discussion with Trevor Lawrence's extension and why did the Jacksonville Jaguars decide to extend him now? Then the guys shift their conversation to the Atlanta Falcons and how they forfeited their fifth-round pick. After that, we discuss another non-NFL topic from an NFL…

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Indianapolis Colts Q&A Part 2: Perspectives from The Colts Cast 17:22

1M ago17:22

17:22

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsYou asked, we answered! We took the questions Colts Nation sent in and gave our insight on them. From Anthony Richardson to Adonai Mitchell, you name it, we covered it! Part 2

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Indianapolis Colts Q&A Part 1: Perspectives from The Colts Cast 11:07

1M ago11:07

11:07

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsYou asked, we answered! We took the questions Colts Nation sent in and gave our insight on them. From Anthony Richardson to Adonai Mitchell, you name it, we covered it!

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Lingering Questions about the AFC West 1:09:35

30d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Derrik Klassen comes back to the show to ponder the questions we all still have about the AFC West after the 2023 season. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Lingering Questions about the AFC East 1:23:20

1M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

The Guardian’s Ollie Connolly joins Robert Mays to contemplate lingering questions about the AFC East left unanswered by the 2023 season. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Detroit Lions' Brass Chris Spielman talks drafting star rookies, mental toughness, and big brother Rick 1:11:50

1M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman are joined by Chris Spielman former linebacker, broadcaster, current Special Assistant to President/CEO and Chairperson of the Detroit Lions... and Rick's little brother. They'll discuss the Lions' resurgence, the fine art of scouting...and wild "mental toughness" exercises. Intro (0:00) Offseason Schedule (4:42) How C…

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#319 - The 80th Anniversary of D-Day with Tim, Andy, and Evan 59:18

1M ago59:18

59:18

This week on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast Evan, Tim, and Andy are in Normandy, France. Fresh off of their static line jumps into Normandy to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the invasion by allied forces, they recap how it feels to be on hallowed ground where many important battles took place. Don't miss out on this special episode from a specia…

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Drafting the NFL’s Best Coaches 1:51:45

1M ago1:51:45

1:51:45

Robert Mays and The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue duke it out in a draft of the top 10 head coaches in the NFL. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Why Josh Downs is the X Factor to Anthony Richardson and Colts Offensive Success 8:56

1M ago8:56

8:56

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsJosh Downs was a force during his rookie season. With the return of Anthony Richardson and a cast of other players, he is on track to be dominate again.

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Indianapolis Colts Offensive Line Will Be a Top 5 Group in the 2024 NFL Season 11:27

1M ago11:27

11:27

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsIndianapolis Colts came in at #3 according to PFF top offensive line group. The line has gotten better and added some new additions who can help this group improve more. Where do you think they will land this NFL season?

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Football GM: Coaches transitioning, OTA's skipped and GM Notebook 46:44

1M ago46:44

46:44

Mike and Randy begin their discussion on the transition for coaches coming from the college level to the pro level. The guys look at an example of this with UConn's men head basketball coach Dan Hurley and the Los Angeles Lakers interest in him. Then we shift our discussion to players who miss OTA's and whether it really matters. And then lastly, w…

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Indianapolis Colts Minicamp Concludes | Anthony Richardson is OK! 19:17

1M ago19:17

19:17

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsIndianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson took a precautionary day off from throwing during the final day of the 2024 minicamp due to soreness in his right shoulder. Jonathan Taylor looked like he is ready to have an explosive year. Daniel Scott has another season-ending in…

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Damien Harris on the state of the NFL RB + the end of the Bill Belichick era 1:10:57

2M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Robert Mays is joined by former RB Damien Harris to discuss the state of running backs in the NFL. They dive deep into the position before examining the end of the Bill Belichick era in New England. Damien talks about his days with the Patriots and playing with Tom Brady, what he believes happened with Mac Jones and much more. Follow Robert on Twit…

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QBs about to take "the Leap" in 2024 and a 2021 Draft Do-Over caught in a time warp 1:22:11

1M ago1:22:11

1:22:11

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman predict which QBs are ready to take "the Leap" and switch things up with a 2021 draft do-over. Intro (0:00) Justin Jefferson's MASSIVE contract extension (2:10) Who took "the QB Leap" in 2023 (14:40) Who will take "the QB Leap" in 2024 (24:48) Ready for the next step (33:20) Did we get the "Leapers" right last year? (3…

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Buying or Selling NFL Offseasons: Teams in Transition 1:18:58

1M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

Robert Mays continues our “Buying or Selling” series with Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated as they examine how teams in transition fared this offseason. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Case for Nick Cross as the Indianapolis Colts Starting Free Safety 9:57

1M ago9:57

9:57

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsThe Argument for Nick Cross as the Starting Free Safety for the Indianapolis Colts. While the possibility of the Colts signing a veteran free agent remains, it appears increasingly unlikely. Nick Cross has improved his performance since last season and is receiving first-team repet…

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The Colts Missed out on Brock Bowers, but Jelani Woods Is the Answer! 11:02

1M ago11:02

11:02

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsThe Colts may have missed out on Brock Bowers, but Jelani Woods is poised to be the solution. In a competitive position room, it's essential for someone to step up and claim the starting role. Jelani Woods appears ready to excel in his position.…

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Football GM: WR deals, QB situations and NFL Calendar 56:21

1M ago56:21

56:21

In this edition of the Football GM Mike and Randy discuss the wide receiver market and how it never ceases to amaze them. Then the guys take a look at evolving QB situations around the league. After that we look at how the NFL calendar could change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Colts Strike Gold: New Special Teams Weapon Anthony Gould Will Have an Early Impact 10:28

2M ago10:28

10:28

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsIndianapolis Colts added a special teams weapon in Anthony Gould. How will the Colts be able to utilize him on both special teams and offense to reach his potential?

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Lingering Questions about the AFC North 1:14:29

1M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Robert Mays continues our series about lingering questions from the 2023 season, taking a hard look at the AFC North with The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Commanders, Cardinals and Colts boosted expectations with HUGE drafts | Biggest impact 2024 rookie classes 58:31

2M ago58:31

58:31

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman break down which team's draft classes have franchise altering potential. Intro (0:00) 2023 Impact Class Look Back (4:34) Commanders' Class (22:30) Lions' Class (29:50) Cardinals' Class (33:27) Packers' Class (38:40) Colts' Class (43:17) Steelers' Class (46:22) NFLPA Proposed Offseason Overhaul (48:30) To learn more abo…

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Bills GM Brandon Beane 34:15

2M ago34:15

34:15

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane talks with Robert Mays about the state of his franchise, his priorities for the team’s transition and what the front office has been trying to achieve in an eventful offseason. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad c…

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Indianapolis Colts Will Have a Top 10 Offense in the 2024 NFL Season 10:47

2M ago10:47

10:47

MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/productsIndianapolis Colts have every tool now to be a top 10 offense in the NFL. A healthy Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor, and Michael Pittman Jr mean this team will be explosive! The offensive line will dominate the trenches and open up the run game and pass game for this team.…

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Football GM: moves, additions and OTA's 1:03:12

2M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Mike and Randy go division by division and discuss the recent moves and additions each team has made. And then we wrap things up with the GM Notebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Three Factors Making Colts Anthony Richardson a Better NFL Bet Than Titans Will Levis 14:29

2M ago14:29

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MERCH STORE: https://the-colts-cast-merchandise.printify.me/products The AFC South has to have, collectively, the youngest starting quarterback group in the NFL. Trevor Lawrence, CJ Stroud, and the two other ones as the topic of conversation today: Anthony Richardson and Will Levis. Two guys who are set to take the next step up in 2024. Today, I’m …

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