Locked On Colts

On today's episode, Kevin Bowen is back as What If Week continues on with a new scenario. What if Andrew Luck never retired from the NFL? Not only does it change the fortunes for Colts football, but Luck's legacy continues to grow nationally.Luck carried one of the worst roster in football to three straight 11-5 seasons his first three years in Indy. However, when he initially injured his shoulder in 2015, it was the first seed planted to what eventually happened in August, 2019.How would the Colts have done in 2019-20, and throughout this decade with Luck under center? With Chris Ballard and Frank Reich aboard, it's fair to say Luck goes on to have massive success. Bowen mentions Luck likely wins at least one Super Bowl and MVP, if he continued on with the current roster surrounding him.This is a massive what if scenario, and one that would have changed everything for Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, it's time to dive into another what if scenario. Peyton Manning vs. Ryan Leaf was highly debated in 1998, but Indianapolis made the smart long-term choice. As Manning went on to be an all-time great, Leaf flamed out before the end of his rookie contract.If the Colts drafted Leaf over Manning, it would've caused a league-wide domino effect. Not only does Leaf in Indy mean no long-term success, but Manning ends up in San Diego.Leaf busting out within three years likely leads to the Colts drafting Michael Vick in 2001. Also, Brian Urlacher is likely in Indy as well with the Colts not winning much in 1999-2000 with Leaf. Would a core of Vick, Edgerrin James, Marvin Harrison, and Brian Urlacher lead to success in Indy?This scenario definitely led a lot of different directions, as it changes the fortunes of Indianapolis forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, we begin What If Week here on Locked On Colts. Our first subject revolves around arguably the most intriguing scenario. What if Peyton Manning never sat out the 2011-12 season due to neck surgery? George Bremer of The Herald Bulletin joins to dive deep into it.If Manning was fully healthy, not only do the Colts make the playoffs but Andrew Luck is never a realistic draft option. Also, Manning plays in Indianapolis at least another five years, if not longer.Pandora's box is opened completely in this podcast. So many different avenues this franchise goes down if Manning never misses a game with the Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, James Yarcho of Locked On Bucs joins for a offseason winners crossover special. How did Tampa Bay pull off Tom Brady, and what will his impact be like on their offense?Also, how about the Bucs' new additions of Tristan Wirfs, Antoine Winfield Jr., and Rob Gronkowski? Yarcho believes it these additions alongside Brady will make this team a top contender for a Super Bowl immediately.Flipping over to Indy, the Colts' additions of Philip Rivers, DeForest Buckner, Jonathan Taylor, and Michael Pittman Jr. will help them take the leap from average to great in 2020. Indy's offensive line will help Rivers improve the team by four wins over Jacoby Brissett.Will these teams meet in Tampa Bay come February, 2021? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Bo Brack of Locked On Cardinals joins for our latest Crossover Special diving into the NFL's biggest offseason winners.In Arizona, plenty of change has led to high optimism in the Valley. Will Kyler Murray take the leap to star in Year 2? Trading for DeAndre Hopkins not only helps the Colts, but it vaults Arizona's offense to a whole new level.Arizona also did a solid job in free agency + draft reloading their porous defense. How will Isaiah Simmons help transform the Cardinals?In Indianapolis, we go over their biggest moves and why plenty are pointing at them as AFC South favorites now. Also, who were some other big winners around the NFL?This was a really fun one, Colts fans, so make sure to tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Cody Roark of Locked On Broncos joins to kick off our biggest offseason winners week! Obviously the Colts were a huge winner, but Denver is nipping at their heels with the strong offseason they put together.First off, the draft was a grand slam for the Broncos. Adding in Jerry Jeudy, KJ Hamler, and Albert O into this offense is dangerous. Also, signing Melvin Gordon now brings a 1-2 punch to their own backfield.How big of a year is this for Drew Lock in 2020? What should we expect from Denver, maybe a surprise surge into a wildcard?Onto Indianapolis, Philip Rivers is ready to be the QB for multiple years if all goes well. Also, prepare for Darius Leonard to put up monster numbers thanks to DeForest Buckner's arrival.Will the Colts finish as AFC South champs? Evan thinks so, and he gets bold by how much separation he thinks Indy creates by Week 17. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Anthony Smith of Coast to Coast Scouting joins to recap the Colts' offseason while also diving deep into some over/under bets for 2020-21.Anthony provides his analysis of Indy's 2020 offseason, where they did serious upgrades on their roster via trade, free agency, and the draft. Which ones will be the most impactful?Closing out the show, we go all-in on Colts-related bets for 2020-21. Will Philip Rivers throw over/under 15.5 interceptions? Will Marlon Mack start at least half the season over Jonathan Taylor? So much good, fun analysis on what we should expect from certain Colts players.Follow along and write out your own over/under answers for this one and let Locked On Colts know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Jim Ayello of the IndyStar joins for a thorough breakdown on all the latest Colts news. First off, why did the Colts decline Malik Hooker's 5th-year option?At only $6.7 million, it seems apparent Chris Ballard didn't believe Hooker has proved himself fully yet. Was the period without Kenny Moore last year eye-opening from where we should evaluate the No. 15 overall pick in 2017?Also, how does this change things for Julian Blackmon? At this point prepare for Blackmon to be the 2021-22 starter alongside Khari Willis.Closing out the final half of the show, we dive into the Colts' schedule. What is our predictions? How about the most intriguing games at home? Evan gives out a bold prediction, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, the Locked On Bengals crew joins as we go through our latest AFC South vs. AFC North Crossover Special. As always, we kick things off with our opponents in Cincy.Is Joe Burrow the next Andrew Luck? No, seriously, there's a lot of parallels, and Burrow is walking into a better situation than Luck in 2012.Also, how much better are the Bengals' receivers after keeping A.J. Green and drafting Tee Higgins? We also dive into the defense's ceiling before unveiling record predictions.Flipping over to Indy, Philip Rivers is set up to bounce back big-time. Will we see 2018 Rivers for the Colts more consistently? Are the Colts poised to realistically challenge Kansas City and Baltimore atop the AFC in playoff situations?A lot of new additions have Indianapolis poised to leapfrog back atop the AFC South once more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Kevin Oestricher of Locked On Ravens joins as our Crossover Specials continue on for AFC South vs. AFC North week. With both teams facing off in 2020, how do their outlooks compare?Starting off in Baltimore, what was it like to watch Lamar Jackson's huge improvements? Also, how impactful was their draft class? Finally, did Baltimore take another leap forward to become a true dominant force?Over to Indianapolis, how big of an upgrade is Philip Rivers over Jacoby Brissett? Indy's offseason moves featuring Rivers, DeForest Buckner, and a loaded draft class has them positioned to finish atop their division. Will Justin Houston be one of the biggest beneficiaries from Buckner's arrival?All of this, plus so much more, on our latest Locked On NFL Crossover Special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Jeff Lloyd of Locked On Browns joins for our newest Crossover week as AFC South vs. AFC North takes center stage.Diving into the Browns' offseason, what were the biggest takeaways? Also, how much pressure is on Baker Mayfield in 2020 with another new coaching staff? Cleveland also aced their draft as well.Onto the Colts, we dive deep into what happened with Andrew Luck. Plus, how much of an impact will all the new additions have on their 2020 outlook? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Locked On Lions' Matt Dery stops by as we wrap up our week-long Crossover Special series between AFC South and NFC North teams. As the Colts will face off with this division next season, we stop in Detroit to analyze what's going on with the Lions.Will Detroit ever get over the hump and improve, or will their be full-scale changes once more in 2021? Also, what's the long-term future for Matthew Stafford if another regime comes into place soon? We also hit on the Lions' draft, plus how much pressure truly is on Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn.From the Colts' point of view, Evan further explains why Indy should be the divisional favorites. Adding in Philip Rivers, DeForest Buckner, and other blue chip talents have them in position to vault to No. 1. Also, the additions of Michael Pittman Jr. and Jonathan Taylor will be huge for Indy's revamped offensive attack.Also, as he did in Detroit and Indianapolis, what are the odds Eric Ebron's ego makes him burn another bridge with a new organization in

On today's episode, Luke Braun of Locked On Vikings stops by to continue on with our Crossover Specials diving into this year's intra-conference matchups between AFC South and NFC North squads.Starting off in Minnesota, how will their impactful draft class make an impact in 2020? How will Justin Jefferson and Jeff Glandey replace the on-field production from Stefon Diggs and Trae Waynes? Also, how much pressure remains on Kirk Cousins after his latest contract extension?Is Minnesota a sleeper contender brewing, even with their big losses on paper?Flipping over to the Colts, we talk through the Philip Rivers signing and much more. What should be the realistic expectations be for Indy after all of their big moves? Is double-digit wins and a clear AFC South title in the cards?This was a fun one as we continue on in our listener favorite Crossover Specials! Stay tuned for our final one with Detroit as well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Lorin Cox of Locked On Bears joins for our latest Crossover Special between AFC South and NFC North squads.Starting off in Chicago, what's going on at quarterback? After the Bears declined Mitchell Trubisky's 5th-year option and traded for Nick Foles, it's put up or shut up time for the former top-5 selection. Also, what's been the changes on defense like going from Vic Fangio to former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano?Honestly, Chicago is one of the more intriguing NFC teams as they're on the hot seat in 2020. Especially with an early season matchup on tap, Colts could take advantage.Speaking of Indy, we dive deep into the Colts' loaded offseason. What are the new expectations for the new and improved roster? All of this, plus so much more, as we go all-in on the Bears and Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, lots of ground to cover as we have great insight from Wisconsin beat writer Jesse Temple on Jonathan Taylor's career. What was Taylor like on and off the field for the Badgers? Also, what were some of the best Taylor moments Temple saw over the last three years?In the second half of the show, we begin our Locked On Crossover specials as Peter Bukowski of Locked On Packers joins to discuss Green Bay and Indianapolis. Did the Colts psyche out Green Bay on trading up for Jordan Love? Is Aaron Rodgers on the way out soon?All of that, plus so much more, in this jam-packed pod featuring a double Wisconsin twist! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Establish The Run's Evan Silva is back to talk through the Colts offseason. First up, we have to start off with the odd situation around Malik Hooker. Why is Indy dragging their feet on a $6.7 million fifth-year option, and what does it mean for Hooker's future?Evan also provides his analysis on the draft picks of Michael Pittman Jr., Jonathan Taylor, and Jacob Eason. Who has the bigger fantasy impact in 2020: MPJ or JT?Finally, we go over the Colts' offseason as a whole. Is Philip Rivers being set up for a huge bounce back? How about where Indy sits in the AFC South and conference overall? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Zach Hicks of Stampede Blue stops by to give his thoughts on the Colts' 2020 draft class. Zach provides analysis on Michael Pittman Jr., Jonathan Taylor, Julian Blackmon, Jacob Eason, and Danny Pinter. MPJ and JT could be instant impact stars within the Colts' offense, so watch out.We close discussing all of the Colts' offseason moves from a wide view. How much did Indy truly improve their roster from 2019-20? GM Chris Ballard clearly upgraded at QB, DT, WR, CB, and also added depth across the board.Should the Colts be considered AFC South favorites over the Titans and Texans, too? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan joins to give his assessment of the Colts' draft and offseason.Michael Pittman Jr. and Jonathan Taylor will help change the Colts' offense ASAP. Expect Taylor to become Indy's bell cow quickly, even with Mack still around.Julian Blackmon and Jacob Eason were dice rolls by Indy, but they could pay off big-time within the next few years. What stood out to Kevin most when watching Eason, and how does he fit in their QB room?Finally, we talk through the Colts' offseason as a whole. How improved is this team, and what should their expectations be in 2020? Could they go into Kansas City or Baltimore and win in late January? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Thor Nystrom of Rotoworld joins to analyze how he viewed the Colts' 2020 draft class. From Michael Pittman Jr. to Jordan Glasgow, every single pick is placed under Thor's microscope.Pittman Jr. and Jonathan Taylor will have instant impacts in Indy. Taylor might even be Zeke 2.0 behind Indy's o-line, too. Julian Blackmon is a versatile chess piece, while Jacob Eason was perfect value at No. 122 overall.Diving even further into the Day 3 picks, Thor loves himself some Danny Pinter. He's set up well to be the eventual starting right guard in a few years. Also, what does Indy have in Isaiah Rodgers, Dezmon Patmon, and Glasgow?Thor's knowledge was crucial in this one. Learn more about Indy's newest draft picks in this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Christian Caple of The Athletic joined to help take a deep dive into new Colts QB Jacob Eason. What was Eason like on and off the field at UW? Christian helped shed light on the report from ESPN that Eason dropped due to character concerns.Also, what are some games you should watch to get a better feel on Eason as a prospect? Caple drops some suggestions while analyzing Eason's tenure with the Huskies. Even though Washington underperformed, the arm talent is undeniable.Christian believes Eason sitting behind Rivers for two years plus having the system in place around him is the best long-term spot for him. Will Eason truly be Indy's QB answer?We close with GM Chris Ballard and head coach Frank Reich's answers from their post-draft press conference with the local media. All things Eason from Indy's braintrust.This is a must-listen if you want to get familiar with the Colts' possible long-term quarterback! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices