Colts Cover 2 Podcast

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: What we learned from Rookie Mini-Camp

Mon, 11 May 2026 19:53:54 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as the recap Rookie Mini-Camp on the latest Colts Cover-2 Podcast.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Recapping the Colts' 2026 NFL Draft class

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:51:03 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as the recap the Colts' NFL Draft class.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Mock draft heading into 2026 NFL Draft

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:47:04 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they share their mock draft heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Kenny Moore on the trade block, NFL Draft one week away

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:37:59 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts looking to move Kenny Moore II and Chris Ballard's draft needs.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Recapping NFL Owners Meetings

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:09:47 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they recap this year's NFL owners meetings.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts continue to add depth, lack home runs in free agency

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:44:18 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown discuss the latest free agency moves by the Indianapolis Colts.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Daniel Jones & Alec Pierce re-sign, plus more free agency news

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:34:39 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts re-signing quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts tag Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce could explore free agency

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:16:27 +0000

Join insdiers Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts tagging Daniel Jones and the possibility of losing Alec Pierce to free agency.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Breaking down Ballard, Steichen at the NFL Combine

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:54:56 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discusse general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen's comments at the NFL Combine.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Adam Vinatieri is a Hall of Famer, Reggie Wayne's wait continues

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:49:25 +0000

Colts' Adam Vinatieri is a Hall of Famer and Reggie Wayne's will have to wait even longer. Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discusses these topics and more on the latest Colts Cover-2 Podcast.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts enter a pressure-packed offseason

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:14:18 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts interest in re-signing quarterback Daniel Jones, potential to move on from linebacker Zaire Franklin and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and general manager Chris Ballard's changing approach.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Carlie Irsay-Gordon speaks after keeping Ballard Steichen

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:50:37 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts keep general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Riley Leonard starting 2025 finale, Anthony Richardson staying on IR

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 23:33:43 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown discuss the latest change at quarterback, Anthony Richardson staying on injured reserved and more.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts eliminated from playoffs, lose sixth straight

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:55:09 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they recap the Colts' 23-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: First impressions on Colts 48-27 loss to 49ers

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:08:19 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown recap the Colts' 48-27 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Philip Rivers still starting, Colts hold slim playoff hopes entering Monday

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 23:28:31 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown preview the Colts versus the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: First impression of Philip Rivers and Colts' loss to the Seahawks

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:15:49 +0000

IndyStar Colts Insider Joel A. Erickson and Colts editor Nat Newell discuss the pure joy of seeing Philip Rivers play quarterback at 44 ... and why it also won't work.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Philip Rivers rejoins Colts with chance to start Sunday vs. Seattle

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:21:54 +0000

The Indianapolis Colts sign 44-year-old Philip Rivers. Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown break down the addition as well as preview the Colts' matchup with the Seahawks.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Jacksonville curse continues as Daniel Jones suffers Achilles injury in loss

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:09:23 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they recap the Colts' 36-19 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts make a kicker change, face decade long Jacksonville curse

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:32:46 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they preview the Indianapolis Colts versus the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts drop 3rd loss in November, lose AFC South lead

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:47:41 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as the recap the Colts' 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Responding to the Chiefs loss and preparing for Houston's defense

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:07:14 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they preview Indianapolis Colts versus the Houston Texans.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts wither late against Chiefs, drop to 8-3

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:13:38 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they recap the Colts' 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts getting healthier off bye week, big Chiefs game looms

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:53:45 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they preview the Colts versus the Chiefs.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast:Jonathan Taylor's historic game propels Colts to come from behind win

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:13:59 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown recap the Colts' 31-25 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts react to Sauce Gardner trade, prepare for Berlin vs. Falcons

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:11:13 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Sauce Gardner trade and preview the Colts versus the Falcons in Germany.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts land Sauce Gardner in blockbuster trade

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:22:47 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Browns break down the Colts trading for cornerback Sauce Gardner.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts rocked in Pittsburgh, fall to 7-2 on 6 turnovers, 5 sacks

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:43:28 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they recap the Colts' 27-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Road test in Pittsburgh, trade deadline looming and more

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 21:40:55 +0000

In this edition of the Colts Cover-2 Podcast, IndyStar Colts insiders Joel Erickson and Nathan Brown tackle several big-picture topics as the 7-1 Colts reach the halfway point of the 2025 NFL season. To kick things off, the pair take a look at this weekend’s matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers and what impact veteran QB Aaron Rodgers could have on this game, the tough road the Steelers defense will face and what it would take for the Colts to lose. Then, Joel and Nathan dive into the ‘Jonathan Taylor for MVP’ discourse and what it would likely take for the Colts running back to be the first non-QB to win the award since 2012. To end the episode, Nathan and Joel discuss the NFL trade deadline market. Joel gives a name to look for as a possible trade target for Chris Ballard, and the pair give their final takes on whether or not they think the Colts will ultimately make a move by the Nov. 4 deadline.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Should Jonathan Taylor win MVP? Plus, Colts defeat the Titans 38-14

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:45:09 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown recap the Colts' 38-14 win over the Tennessee Titans.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Trade deadline approaching, healing wide receivers and more

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:39:42 +0000

Insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown discuss the trade deadline, healing receivers and preview the Indianapolis Colts versus the Tennessee Titans.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts improve to 6-1, defeat Chargers 38-24

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:01:20 +0000

Join insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell as they recap the Indianapolis Colts' 38-24 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

Colts Cover 2 podcast: Backup QB, defense injuries and the Chargers

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 20:32:12 +0000

Join insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell as they preview the Indianapolis Colts versus the Los Angeles Rams.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts improve to 5-1, defeat Cardinals 31-27

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 02:17:34 +0000

Insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell recap the Colts' 31-27 win over the Arizona Cardinals.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Anthony Richardson, strength of schedule and more

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:59:37 +0000

IndyStar Colts Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell discuss the 4-1 Colts' strength of schedule, the future of Anthony Richardson and more

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: First Impressions podcast after blowout win vs. Raiders

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:02:16 +0000

Insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell recap the Indianapolis Colts 40-6 win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

Colts Cover-2 podcast: Adonai Mitchell, Xaven Howard and the Las Vegas Raiders

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:03:00 +0000

IndyStar Colts Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell will discuss what happened Sunday vs. the Rams and how it will affect the upcoming game with the Raiders

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: First impressions of Colts 27-20 loss to Rams

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:40:52 +0000

Join insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell as they recap the Indianapolis Colts 27-20 loss ot the Los Angeles Rams.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Rams preview

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 22:00:41 +0000

IndyStar Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell talk the 3-0 Colts' upcoming game with the Los Angeles Rams.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: First Impressions, Colts defeat Titans 41-20

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 01:19:45 +0000

Join insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell as they recap the Indianapolis Colts' win over the Tennessee Titans.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: 2-0 Colts prepare for Titans

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:32:50 +0000

IndyStar Colts Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell discuss the Colts' win over Denver and what's ahead vs. the Titans.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: First impressions from 29-28 win over Denver

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:38:53 +0000

Join insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell as they recap the Indianapolis Colts 29-28 win over the Denver Broncos.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Insider previews Indianapolis Colts vs. Denver Broncos

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:35:54 +0000

IndyStar Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell discuss whether the Colts' success vs Miami will carryover against a better Broncos team.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts dominate Dolphins in opener 33-8

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 02:22:27 +0000

IndyStar Colts insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell break down a 33-8 shellacking of the Dolphins, taking a look at Shane Steichen, Daniel Jones, Lou Anarumo, Tyler Warren and everything else from a surprising day at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Dolphins preview

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 21:06:11 +0000

IndyStar Colts insider Joel A. Erickson and sports editor Nat Newell break down the team’s season opener against Miami, focusing on Xavien Howard, the debut of Lou Anarumo’s defense in general and what Daniel Jones will need to do to be considered successful in Indianapolis.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: 53-man roster taking shape, Chris Ballard press conference

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:49:39 +0000

IndyStar Colts Insider Joel A. Erickson and editor Nat Newell breakdown all the Colts roster moves

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts name Daniel Jones as QB1

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 23:32:43 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the team’s decision to start Daniel Jones over Anthony Richardson for the start of the 2025 season.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: QB competition too close to call, Colts vs. Packers preview

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:24:14 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the rash of injuries the Colts face at the cornerback position, and a quarterback competition that still seems too close to call.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Indianapolis Colts vs. Baltimore Ravens preview

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:16:12 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ joint practice against the Ravens, preview the preseason and talk through a sudden injury bug at the cornerback position.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: First week of training camp, QB battle, Raimann contract

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:38:37 +0000

IndyStar beat writers Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the first week of training camp, offering their thoughts on the quarterback battle between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones, Bernhard Raimann’s new contract, Alec Pierce’s potential extension, injuries at cornerback and Braden Smith’s return.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: 2025 Training Camp opens with quarterback uncertainty

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 02:26:55 +0000

The Colts Cover-2 podcast returns with an early training-camp dispatch from Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins, breaking down Anthony Richardson’s good news about his shoulder, the quarterback battle between Richardson and Daniel Jones, a couple of cornerbacks making an early impression and concerns at the linebacker spot.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Reaction to the loss of Jim Irsay

Thu, 29 May 2025 19:55:03 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ reaction to the loss of Jim Irsay, the personal impact he made and how his daughters have already built credibility with the team.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast | Remembering Jim Irsay

Thu, 22 May 2025 21:05:46 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins remember Colts owner Jim Irsay in the wake of his death at the age of 65.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: 2025 Colts' schedule breakdown

Thu, 15 May 2025 21:20:18 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ 2025 schedule, including a draft of the 10 road trips the team must make.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Post-draft breakdown of the roster

Fri, 02 May 2025 01:00:48 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ roster after the draft, handicapping the strengths and weaknesses of each position, then offering a grade on how concerned they are about each spot.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: 2025 draft recap, obvious holes not filled

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:13:21 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the entire Colts’ 2025 draft haul, noting the decisions Indianapolis made to add depth to the roster rather than filling obvious holes in the starting lineup.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts draft Penn State TE Tyler Warren with the 14th overall pick

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:50:51 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ first-round pick, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren, and the ways he he will fit in the Indianapolis offense.

Colts Cover-2: 2025 NFL Draft preview

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:43:28 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins preview the NFL Draft, first by talking through the Colts’ needs and then by letting listeners hear them make the picks for the Colts in their own mock draft simulation.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Will the Colts draft a quarterback in the first round?

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:06:16 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins belatedly break down what the Colts said about the roster at the owner’s meetings, beginning with the battle between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones, then going all the way to the possibility of drafting a quarterback in the first round.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: What are the Colts' needs as the NFL draft approaches?

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:46:56 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins as they discuss what the Colts' needs are as the NFL draft approaches, including the tight end position.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Free agent moves, Daniel Jones brought in for QB competition

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:44:59 +0000

The Colts have made three big moves in the first wave of free agency, and IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down all three: Charvarius Ward, Camryn Bynum and a new quarterback in Daniel Jones.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Real competition for QB Anthony Richardson?

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:50:30 +0000

In this edition of the Colts Cover-2 podcast, beat writers Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins debate whether or not Indy’s plan to add real competition for Anthony Richardson this offseason is a good idea.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: 2025 NFL Combine, open competition at quarterback

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:56:21 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Chris Ballard’s revelation that the Colts will hold an open competition for the starting quarterback job next season, pitting Anthony Richardson against a quarterback Indianapolis hasn’t acquired yet.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Insiders preview the NFL scouting combine

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:34 +0000

IndyStar Colts insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins preview the NFL scouting combine, taking a look at what to expect from Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen on Tuesday.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: The QB possibilities

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:57:51 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins go through the list of potentially available quarterback options for the Colts to sign as competition or replacement for Anthony Richardson

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Breakdown of new defensive coordinator

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:33:41 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down new Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo during his best years in Cincinnati, particularly the places he absolutely has to have players in order to be successful.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Lessons learned from the NFL playoffs

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:26:06 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the lessons the Colts should have learned from the NFL playoffs, including the need for better quarterback play, complexity on defense and additions in the secondary.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts hire Lou Anarumo as their defensive coordinator

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:22:40 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ hiring of Lou Anarumo and what Indianapolis needs to make his defensive system work.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts search for defensive coordinator

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:45:04 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the team’s defensive coordinator search, the shift towards a more aggressive, blitzing style of defense and the kind of cornerback upgrades the Colts are going to need to play that style.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Chris Ballard end-of-season press conference

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 14:14:30 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Chris Ballard’s end-of-season press conference, how the Colts approach the future and the reasonable skepticism from fans about what comes next.

Colts Cover 2 Podcast: Colts retain GM Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:27:31 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Jim Irsay’s decision to retain Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen, then do a First Impressions on the entire 2024 Colts season.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Final week of the 2024 season

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 21:57:36 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the two big stories of the final week of the 2024 Colts season: Anthony Richardson’s back injury and the questions about the culture within the building at W. 56th.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts eliminated from playoffs, lose to Giants 45-33

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 18:54:30 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down one of the worst losses in recent Colts history, a loss that could prompt big changes.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast Christmas Edition: Indianapolis Colts vs. New York Giants

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 21:50:59 +0000

IndyStar writers Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Anthony Richardson’s durability, the Indianapolis running game, why it’s not enough for the Colts long-term and what the passing game would have to be in order for this offense to be effective.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Indianapolis Colts defeat Tennessee Titans 38-30

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 03:16:01 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Jonathan Taylor’s big day against the Titans, what it means for the Colts going forward and what to make of that ugly defensive performance.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Insiders break down the 3 most important men on the Colts

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 22:27:05 +0000

In the aftermath of a season-shaking loss in Denver, IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the three most important men on the Colts outside of owner Jim Irsay: Anthony Richardson, Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts choke away Broncos game

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:45:24 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ ugly, inexplicable loss to the Broncos, led by the two memorable gaffes by Jonathan Taylor and Adonai Mitchell, plus rough performances from Anthony Richardson and the offensive line to waste the defense’s best day.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Broncos preview

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 22:53:36 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down a monumental matchup against the Broncos with heavy potential playoff implications. From where the Cover-2 pod sits, Denver looks like a bad matchup for the Colts on both sides of the ball, but Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen and quarterback Anthony Richardson are going to have to find answers to have a realistic shot at the playoffs.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts steal one from Patriots

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:58:59 +0000

IndyStar writers Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts 25-24 comeback win over the Patriots, including Anthony Richardson bouncing back from early struggles to save Indianapolis in the end, the changes on the offensive line, an ugly game from the Colts defense and a few unsung performances from the wide receivers.

Colts Cover-2 2023 NEW_mixdown

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:39:12 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins go through a bag of questions from the fans, looking at the Colts’ plans for Anthony Richardson, the play of the linebackers, the team’s draft decisions in April and a whole lot more on the Thanksgiving podcast.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts lose to Lions 24-6

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 03:44:19 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down an ugly offensive performance in the Colts’ 24-6 loss to the Detroit Lions, including Anthony Richardson’s play, a struggling offensive line, a nonexistent group of tight ends and some places Indianapolis should have shored up this offseason.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Lions preview

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:46:02 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins take a deep dive into the brilliance of the Detroit Lions, an offense that appears to be a bad matchup for the Indianapolis defense and how Anthony Richardson might be able to take advantage.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts defeat Jets 28-27

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:03:43 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins as they recap the Indianapolis Colts 28-27 win over the New York Jets.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts return to Anthony Richardson

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:41:49 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the team’s decision to go back to Anthony Richardson at quarterback, the implications for a struggling offense and what it means for the franchise going forward.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast | Is it time to change quarterbacks after 30-20 loss to Buffalo?

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 03:41:35 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Joe Flacco’s play in the loss to Buffalo, Shane Steichen’s decision to defend Flacco, the ongoing implications of the Richardson decision and Kenny Moore II’s comments on the team’s lack of urgency and effort.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Anthony Richardson adapting to new role

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:51:11 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins take a look at how Anthony Richardson’s adjusting to his new role as a backup, the problems Josh Allen presents for a Colts defense that has relied almost entirely on its pass rush and the possibility of getting Jonathan Taylor going against Buffalo’s defense.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts fall to Vikings 21-13

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:23:40 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins stay up into the wee hours of the morning to talk about the Colts’ 21-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, the first game with Joe Flacco since the switch and the implications for Indianapolis going forward.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Anthony Richardson benched for Joe Flacco

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:45:17 +0000

In the wake of Anthony Richardson’s benching in favor of Jim Flacco, IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the short-term and long-term implications of the move, including the team’s decision to abandon its prior plan for Richardson.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts lose to Texans 23-20

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:38:22 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down a difficult loss to the Texans, Anthony Richardson’s continued poor play, his decision to tap out and Shane Steichen’s insistence on throwing downfield.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Texans preview

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:51:34 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Sunday’s Colts-Texans game with first place in the AFC South on the line, looking at C.J. Stroud, a shaky Houston offensive line, Anthony Richardson as a passer and a running game Indianapolis might need to emphasize if Jonathan Taylor is back in the fold.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts defeat Dolphins 16-10

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 02:20:46 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ ugly win over the Dolphins, including Anthony Richardson’s rough day throwing the ball, Shane Steichen falling on his sword and a few unlikely contributions.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Indianapolis Colts vs. Miami Dolphins preview

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:39:17 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Anthony Richardson’s prospective return, whether or not Richardson needs to be better at playing through pain, why the Colts held out Richardson last week and a Dolphins matchup that seems easy on the surface but features more than a few pitfalls.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts defeat Titans 20-17

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:03:02 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins unpeel the layers on an ugly Colts win over Tennessee that Indianapolis needed to keep their hopes up on the 2024 season.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Indianapolis Colts vs. Tennessee Titans preview

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 21:42:07 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ defense, the paths they could take going forward on that side of the ball, Anthony Richardson’s health, the matchup with the Titans and the running game.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Jaguars defeat Colts 37-34

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:07:35 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down an ugly defensive performance in a 37-34 Colts loss that extends the road losing streak to the Jaguars to a full decade, breaking down Gus Bradley, Chris Ballard and the culpability of the players.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast | Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars preview

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:30:10 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ upcoming trip to their own (and Joel’s) personal house of horrors, the city of Jacksonville, and all the uncertainty Indianapolis is facing due to a rash of injuries.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts defeat Steelers 27-24

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 02:07:11 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins take a quick look at Anthony Richardson, Joe Flacco, the Indianapolis wide receivers and a big win over Pittsburgh.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Steelers preview

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 21:37:48 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down Anthony Richardson’s accuracy issues, what’s going wrong right now, whether or not it can get fixed going forward, how defenses will play the Colts and how Indianapolis matches up against a Pittsburgh offense that has struggled so far.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts defeat Bears 21-16

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 02:50:35 +0000

IndyStar insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins break down the Colts’ 21-16 win over the Bears, including Anthony Richardson’s erratic play, Jonathan Taylor’s impressive performance and an improved game from the Indianapolis defense.

Colts Cover-2 Podcast: Colts vs. Bears preview at Lou Malnati's

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 22:05:12 +0000

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nate Atkins as they preview the Colts versus the Bears from Lou Malnati's Pizza in Broad Ripple.