Episodes
Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton & JJ Stankevitz break down the Colts' move to re-sign Julian Blackmon, and Larra & JJ sit down with Blackmon to chat about his return to Indy. Then the gang answers listener questions about Anthony Richardson, the NFL Draft and the Colts' expansion into Europe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 04/09/24
The Last Word, the Colts’ offseason radio show, returns with Matt Taylor and Jeffrey Gorman discussing the reported return of free agent safety Julian Blackmon and the impact he’ll have on the Colts’ secondary next season. The guys preview the upcoming NFL Draft on a segment of “Oh Yea, or Oh No!” In addition, special teams coordinator Brian Mason shares his thoughts on the changes he’ll have to make on special teams due to the NFL’s new rules on kickoffs. And finally, Jeffrey and Matt close...
Published 04/05/24
Inside the Draft returns this week as Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor visit with Charlie Campbell, NFL draft analyst from Walterfootball.com. Campbell shares insights on why it would be advantageous for the Colts to draft a cornerback in the first round and explains why the wide receiver depth is once again quite substantial this year. Additionally, Campbell sheds light on the positions that hold great value in the draft and discusses how some players have made it to the top of the draft...
Published 04/04/24
Jeffrey Gorman, JJ Stankevitz and Larra Overton look into why the Colts are having a quiet – some may say "boring" – offseason, and explain what really matters about the state of the team in 2024. Also with the Colts moving from Baltimore to Indianapolis 40 years ago, hear a story from longtime equipment manager Jon Scott about how the team packed up and left in the middle of the night in March of 1984.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 04/02/24
In this week's episode of The Last Word, the Colts' offseason radio show, Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor analyze the top six Colts' storylines from the NFL Owners meetings held this week. The guys discuss a possible healthy return of Anthony Richardson this spring, break down what the potential offense can look like next season, and predict the impact of Raekwon Davis on the defense. Additionally, they delve into why the new NFL kickoff rules are good for the game and how that will affect the...
Published 03/29/24
In this week's episode of Inside the Draft, Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier are joined by NFL Draft analyst Luke Easterling from Athlon Sports. Luke highlights the Colts' major needs in the draft and shares his thoughts on the increasing recognition of quarterback JJ McCarthy's talent. He breaks down why he thinks the Colts should target a pass rusher in the first round and how they could address their need for additional receivers after round one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Published 03/28/24
The Official Colts Podcast is back this week as Larra Overton and Matt Taylor discuss Shane Steichen’s comments on a potential return of Anthony Richardson who is expected to be fully healthy to begin the offseason workout program in a few weeks. We sit down for exclusive interviews with Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard in Orlando from the NFL Annual League Meeting. Finally, we wrap up the podcast by examining some rule changes that were approved this week, including the ban of the...
Published 03/27/24
Jeffrey Gorman and Casey Vallier team up once again for an episode of The Last Word, offseason radio home of the Colts. In this episode they recap the transactions the Colts have made since the start of free agency and how the team looks nearing the end of March with the NFL Draft coming in April. Also, they have a conversation with Kenny Moore, who talked about signing a 3rd contract with the Colts, what it has meant to be a Colt and how excited he is to see what this team can do in the...
Published 03/22/24
The Colts on Friday signed free agent QB Joe Flacco, pairing the 39-year-old, 16-year NFL veteran with the 21-year-old Anthony Richardson for the 2024 season. JJ Stankevitz and Larra Overton discuss the roster move and are then joined by the newest Indianapolis Colt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/22/24
Inside the Draft returns this week with a preview of the options available to the Colts in the upcoming NFL Draft. CBS Sports NFL Staff Writer, Garrett Podell, shares his thoughts on how the draft will unfold at the 15th overall pick for the Colts in late April.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/21/24
Jeffrey Gorman & Larra Overton recap a busy week of NFL free agency, and hear from linebacker Zaire Franklin and defensive tackle Raekwon Davis, who both sat down with JJ Stankevitz and Matt Taylor after signing contracts with the Colts last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/19/24
Jeffrey Gorman and Matt Taylor team up once again for another episode of The Last Word, offseason radio home of the Colts. In this episode they provide a recap of the first week of NFL free agency for the Colts and break down the re-signings of key in-house free agents and outside moves the Colts have made to bolster the roster. They chat with Michael Pittman Jr. who talked about his role on the Colts’ roster for the upcoming season after signing his contract extension this week and shared...
Published 03/16/24
Inside the Draft is back this week with former NFL GM Rick Spielman and CBS Draft insider Chris Trapasso, previewing the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft. Matt Taylor and Jeffrey Gorman caught up with Spielman at the NFL Combine to discuss the quarterback class' depth and the offensive players likely to push defensive players down the board. Taylor and JJ Stankevitz also sat down with Trapasso at the combine to talk about wide receiver depth, best-case scenario for the Colts at pick 15, and Anthony...
Published 03/14/24
JJ Stankevitz and Matt Taylor are back on an episode of Overtime where they interview the Colts' free agents who signed their new contracts on the first day of free agency. In this episode, they sit down with wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr, nose tackle Grover Stewart, cornerback Kenny Moore II, defensive lineman Tyquan Lewis and punter Rigoberto Sanchez. During the episode, the players talk about what their new contracts mean to them, how much they wanted to stay in Indianapolis, and the...
Published 03/14/24
Jeffrey Gorman, Larra Overton & JJ Stankevitz break down the latest news and reports from the first stretch of the NFL's legal tampering period of free agency with the Colts and other teams in the AFC South.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/12/24
Matt Taylor, Casey Vallier and JJ Stankevitz break down what questions the Colts will answer by the end of the first week of NFL free agency, which kicks off Monday, March 11 at noon. The guys banter about how will the team build around Anthony Richardson, who will be QB2 and if a big splash is coming to Indianapolis in the next few days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/10/24
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...
Published 03/08/24
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...
Published 03/07/24
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...
Published 03/06/24
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.
Published 03/05/24
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.
Published 03/04/24
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...
Published 03/03/24
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.
Published 03/02/24
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...
Published 03/01/24
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...
Published 02/29/24