Indianapolis Colts Positional Previews, Part III: Wide Receiver + Tight End

Jonathan Taylor stars as Colts training camp is in full swing: On today's episode, it's time to talk Colts training camp! Evan and Stephen Reed from Stampede Blue discuss the five biggest topics coming out of West 56th Street so far. Jonathan Taylor sounds like the real deal. From explosiveness breaking tackles to elite speed, could Taylor be primed for a bigger role than even we expected? Michael Pittman Jr. and Parris Campbell have had solid moments so far, too. Is Campbell poised to be Philip Rivers' security blanket early on? Speaking of Rivers, he's in total command of this team. This bodes well for the Colts' chances to hit the ground running for a hot start in September and October. Finally, Tyquan Lewis is on the hot seat for his job. However, he's shining per head coach Frank Reich. If Lewis is able to be a rotation piece on the defensive line, what impact will that have in 2020? All of this, plus so much more, as we go over all the latest from training camp! Learn more about by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Colts Positional Previews: How Rivers, RBs + WRs will fare in 2020 with IndyStar's Jim Ayello: On today's episode, IndyStar's Jim Ayello joins Evan to discuss more about the Colts' offense. More specifically at QB, RB, and WR. How will Philip Rivers fare in 2020 with Indy? Even with COVID-19, Rivers' transition should go very smooth thanks to Frank Reich and a solid offensive line. Marlon Mack and Jonathan Taylor make up a 1-1 punch, as Reich describes them, but will the rookie eventual become the starter mid-season? Jim and Evan both believe the Wisconsin product could do huge damage within this offense. Also, will Nyheim Hines be Rivers' new version of Danny Woodhead? Finally, we discuss the quartet of wideouts for Indy. Will Zach Pascal crack the rotation with more depth ahead of him? Is T.Y. Hilton poised to return to elite form with Rivers at QB? What should the expectations be for Michael Pittman Jr. and Parris Campbell? All of this, plus so much more, in a deep dive into arguabl by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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How the Colts' new additions fared in 2020 + Previewing Buffalo with IndyStar's Jim Ayello: On today's episode, Jim Ayello of the Indianapolis Star stops by to go over all the latest Colts news. First up, Evan and Jim went over how the Colts' new additions fared in the regular season. From Philip Rivers and DeForest Buckner to Jonathan Taylor and others, what stood out most to Jim? Then, we dive into the pivotal super wildcard weekend matchup for Indy tomorrow in Buffalo. How will the Colts pull off the upset, and what are the keys to doing so? All of this, plus so much more, in a jam-packed episode with IndyStar's Colts beat writer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Why the Colts' 5-2 start is legit with IndyStar's Jim Ayello: On today's episode, IndyStar's Jim Ayello joins the show to go over the Colts' 5-2 start. Just like 2019, Indy is in the same spot. However, it's a lot different this time and Jim helps explain why. Across the board, the Colts are better and it shows up in their point differential. Evan and Jim go over all of these players as well: DeForest Buckner, Philip Rivers, Jonathan Taylor, T.Y. Hilton, plus so much more! With the gauntlet coming up for Indy, we will truly know over the next month if they are for real or not. This is a jam-packed episode, so make sure to tune in Colts fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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IndyStar's Jim Ayello on Philip Rivers, Colts offense, Tyquan Lewis' resurgence, and more: On today's episode, Evan is joined by. Jim Ayello of the IndyStar to talk about what he's seen from the Colts in training camp. Indianapolis' mock scrimmage game at Lucas Oil Stadium was the hot topic, but plenty other takeaways to parse through as well. The running backs look like they will be a focal point of Indy's offense with Philip Rivers at QB. Will Marlon Mack, Jonathan Taylor, and Nyheim Hines all see 20-30+ catches in 2020? Also, what does Jim think of Rivers in Colts colors? Jim gives his rundown on the impact from Trey Burton, plus Zach Pascal possibly starting over Michael Pittman Jr. Week 1 in Jacksonville. Flipping to the defense, Tyquan Lewis continues to be a standout. DeForest Buckner, Xavier Rhodes, and Rock Ya-Sin all have seen strong moments as well. Finally, Chase McLaughlin seems to be pulling away from Rodrigo Blankenship in the kicking competition. Will Indy try to stash by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 6/6/20: Predicting biggest breakout players with IndyStar's Jim Ayello: On today's episode, IndyStar's Jim Ayello joins as we run through the gamut on potential Colts breakout players this season. Parris Campbell and Nyheim Hines will be huge impacts for a QB like Philip Rivers. Expect to see plenty of these two on quick concepts, and maybe even Hines split out more often alongside Campbell in the slot. Defensively, Bobby Okereke is gaining a ton of steam as a big breakout contender internally. Will he take Anthony Walker's starting spot? We also discuss Kemoko Turay and Rock Ya-Sin as potential players who could take the big leap in 2020-21. Why is Braden Smith flying so far under the radar? He could be in line for a Pro Bowl year on the Colts' offensive line. All of this, plus so much more, in a jam-packed episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Biggest Takeaways from Indianapolis Colts OTAs: On today's episode, Evan is joined by Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed to react to the biggest takeaways from Indianapolis Colts OTAs. With a shortened offseason period before training camp in late July, there were many storylines that foreshadow what could happen in July, August, September, and beyond for Indy. First up, consensus rave reviews for new QB1 Carson Wentz. Whether it be his arm talent or leadership abilities, Wentz made a strong, immediate impression on his new team. How will the offense look with Wentz under center? Kwity Paye and Tyquan Lewis seem Locke dinto the starting defense end roles next to DeForest Buckner and Grover Stewart. Both seem poised for huge years In 2021 for Indy. Is Ben Banogu on the hot seat? The former 2nd-round pick in 2019 could be an early cut candidate, and he continues to lose snaps to new additions during OTAs. Closing out the show, Evan and Stephen go over two impressive rookies on offense who turn by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 5/1/20: Colts draft quick hitters + how much roster improvement from 2019-20?: 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 by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 5/20/19: Top 5 Colts draft picks during Manning and Luck eras with Zach Hicks of Stampede Blue: Who were the shining stars from the most important eras of Indianapolis Colts football? It's time to settle that on today's episode with Stampede Blue's Zach Hicks as we discuss the top five players drafted during the Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck eras. Bill Polian is in the Hall of Fame for a reason, especially when you realize all the homegrown talent that succeeded long-term in Indianapolis. From Manning to a dynamic receiver and pass rush duo, the Colts were at the peak of their powers with all the firepower on both sides of the ball. During Luck's career with the Colts, it didn't start off well with elite talent surrounding him as Ryan Grigson fumbled away the first five or so years of his career before Chris Ballard saved the day. Outside of Luck and T.Y. Hilton, who makes the cut for best selections during this timeframe? Follow along with your own lists for both eras by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 4/9/20: Unveiling WR Rankings for 2020 NFL Draft: On today's episode, Stampede Blue's Zach Hicks helps us take a super deep dive into the 2020 wide receiver class. From Tee Higgins and Laviska Shenault to Henry Ruggs and CeeDee Lamb, all the bases are covered in this one as we rank our top 12 WRs. Evan and Zach both unveil their lists throughout the show with a full recap at the end. Which prospects make the most sense in Indianapolis? There's a cluster of 5-7 that check plenty of Colts boxes. The Colts will be taking a wideout early in this draft. This is a must-listen episode so you can familiarize yourself with a future Colt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 5/4/20: Establish The Run's Evan Silva on the Malik Hooker situation, impactful Colts offseason: 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 by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 6/4/20: The Draft Network's Jordan Reid on the Colts' 2020 draft class: On today's episode, The Draft Network's Jordan Reid joins for an in-depth look at the Colts' 2020 draft class. From Michael Pittman Jr. and Jonathan Taylor to Julian Blackmon and Jacob Eason, all four go under the microscope with Reid's analysis. Why were MPJ and Taylor viewed as such safe prospects? Both of their impacts on Indy's offense will be felt immediately. Also, what's the upside for the Colts' WR trio and RB duo with both of these players onboard? Blackmon and Eason were rolls of the dice, but, if they hit, could pay huge dividends for the Colts. The duo of Blackmon and Willis will be consistent long-term, and the former Utah Ute could even cover tight ends as well. Eason has franchise QB upside, but what are some on-field red flags Colts fans should watch for as he develops behind Philip Rivers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Colts Offseason Preview Mailbag: On today's episode, Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed joins Evan to talk about a very important offseason upcoming for the Indianapolis Colts. What are some possibilities for how this could all shake out? We provide our answers by answering all of our mailbag questions submitted via Twitter! Will T.Y. Hilton return, or will Indy upgrade elsewhere? What will the Colts do at the quarterback position in 2021? Who are some under the radar free agents to watch out for? Will GM Chris Ballard pull off another shocker like the DeForest Buckner trade last year? All of this, plus so much more, in a jam-packed listener mailbag as we approach the offseason! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Marlon Mack Out For Season With Torn Achilles + Three Keys vs. Vikings: On today's episode, Zach Hicks of Stampede Blue joins to recap the Colts' season opening loss in Jacksonville. Also, it's time to look ahead to the Minnesota Vikings as well. Even though it was a shocking loss, there was plenty of positives to parse through. From Philip Rivers, Parris Campbell, and Nyheim Hines, this trio had a solid debut in 2020. However, it was overshadowed by losing Marlon Mack to a torn Achilles tendon. Mack, the Colts' bell cow RB in 2019, will now miss the 2020 season. What's next for the Colts' backfield with Mack's injury? Expect a heavy dose of Jonathan Taylor plus Hines in the passing game. What should Indy do with their defense? Should their be more exotic looks by DC Matt Eberflus moving forward? The simple answer is absolutely. Finally, Evan and Zach look ahead to Minnesota providing the three biggest keys. Should this be a game controlled in the trenches or by Rivers' right arm? All by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Indianapolis Colts Positional Previews, Part II: Running Back: On today's episode, Evan and Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed are back for Part II of our Indianapolis Colts positional previews. Next up is arguably the best position on the roster with running backs. Who will win the RB4 camp battle between UDFA Deon Jackson and established depth piece Jordan Wilkins? Is there a chance Indy can trade Wilkins before the regular season if Jackson proves himself throughout preseason? Marlon Mack enter 2020 as the established starter, but now he could be in a more limited role after the emergence of Jonathan Taylor and Nyheim Hines. What should the workload expectations be for Mack? How will Hines be utilized within Indy's offense this season? Carson Wentz has not thrown to running backs enough throughout his career, so this will be an interesting litmus test for both QB and RB2 in 2021. Taylor is a budding star in the NFL. Could Taylor potentially eclipse 2,000 scrimmage yards this season? All o by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 6/11/20: The most important players for Colts' 2020 season: On today's episode, Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed joins as we go through all of the most important Colts players for the upcoming season. From Philip Rivers and DeForest Buckner to Parris Campbell and Kemoko Turay, all the bases are covered in this deep dive episode. Who has the best chance to swing the Colts' 2020-21 season into a memorable one? Every single area is mentioned, including an underrated kicking battle between Chase McLaughlin and Rodrigo Blankenship to replace Adam Vinatieri. Is there a chance Indy has a top 10 offense and defense? If Rivers bounces back to 2018 form, while Buckner helps elevate others around him, there's honestly a good chance. Underrated pieces to the puzzle will also play vital roles in how the Colts' season will ultimately go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Colts sign Tavon Wilson and Taylor Stallworth + Biggest training camp storylines: On today's episode, Evan is joined by Stephen Reed from Stampede Blue to do some housecleaning on news plus talk Colts training camp. What impact will losing Marvell Tell, Rolan Milligan, and Skai Moore to COVID-19 opt outs have on Indy? Especially with Tell, will he now be lost in the shuffle long-term in the secondary? As Indy brings in free agents to replace those three, they did sign two underrated additions. Former Lions safety Tavon Wilson will make this roster and adds much-needed versatility. Meanwhile, Taylor Stallworth could be vying for a roster spot with Tyquan Lewis at defensive tackle. Closing out the show, Evan and Stephen hit on the biggest training camp storylines. Philip Rivers is poised for a monster year with Indy's o-line and weapons, while DeForest Buckner will change the Colts' defense entirely. Is Indy going to be top 10 on both sides of the ball in 2020? Who will win camp battles by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Assessing the Colts after 1-1 start with Kevin Bowen: On today's episode, 107.5/1070 The Fan's Kevin Bowen joins the show to discuss his thoughts on how the Colts have looked through two weeks. Also, we look ahead to this Sunday's matchup with the Jets as 11.5-point favorites. After an awful Week 1 showing from the defense, they flipped the script versus Minnesota. Should we expect that to continue, or is it somewhere in the middle of both? Also, how about Philip Rivers? Kevin believes he's been even better than original expectations so far. How will Indy replace Marlon Mack, Malik Hooker, and Parris Campbell? The 2019 second-round pick will be the toughest to replace with his speed, so who steps up? Luckily, Jonathan Taylor and Julian Blackmon are more than ready to accept bigger roles. Kevin also dives into some more assessments before hitting on the Jets game. Will Indy cover the spread? There's no excuses in this game for the Colts. All of this, plus so much more, as we dive into t by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Indianapolis Colts Free Agency + NFL Draft Big Board: On today's episode, the Locked On Colts big board is unveiled for 2021 free agency and NFL Draft. Who makes the most sense for the Indianapolis Colts? Evan and Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed take a deep dive into the board with their analysis on each section. In total, around 50 names are put under the microscope from a Colts perspective. More likely than not, some names on this list will end up as future Colts via free agency and the draft. Also, stay tuned as Evan revealed which prospects fit the "Blue Star" criteria. Colts fans, this is a must-listen as the offseason moves are right around the corner for Indy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 4/30/20: Why the Colts aced their offseason with 1070 The Fan's Kevin Bowen: 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 by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Philip Rivers retires as Colts' search for future franchise QB begins: On today's episode, Evan and Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed analyze the breaking news that Philip Rivers has retired from the NFL. With the Colts' QB1 officially gone, what are the Colts going to do next to address the most important position in sports? First, we go over Rivers' 2020 campaign. What stood out most? Also, how big of an upgrade was Rivers for the Colts' offense? Hint: it was huge. Then, it's time to analyze the legitimate options for Indy heading into a very important offseason. Whether it be trade, draft, or free agency, which route makes the most sense for Indy? Is there even a chance Jacoby Brissett or Jacob Eason could start next season? All of this, plus so much more, as it's time to hit the offseason full throttle with this massive breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 4/8/20: Mailbag Time with IndyStar's Jim Ayello: On today's episode, IndyStar Colts insider Jim Ayello stops by to answer all of your questions! It's mailbag time! Being two weeks away from the draft, we look ahead to that while also talking through some possible 2020 storylines. What are the Colts' biggest draft needs? How about double-dipping at wideout? How much internal trust does Indy have in Mo Alie-Cox to be TE2? All of that, plus so much more in this jam-packed episode with Ayello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Indianapolis Colts Positional Previews, Part IV: Offensive Line + Defensive Line: On today's episode, Evan and Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed continue on with the Indianapolis Colts' positional previews. In Part IV, Indy's offensive and defensive line go under the microscope. How will the Colts' starting unit help protect Carson Wentz? With the five-man unit of Eric Fisher, Quenton Nelson, Ryan Kelly, Mark Glowinski, and Braden Smith, Indianapolis is in good shape with their biggest strength of the roster up front. We dive into all five and their expectations for the 2021 season. Looking over the defensive line, Indianapolis has a very solid 4-man lineup. DeForest Buckner, Kwity Paye, Grover Stewart, and Tyquan Lewis also have in-depth analysis on what their expectations should be for the upcoming season. All of this, plus so much more, as we continue on in our preview series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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LOCKED ON COLTS 3/12/20: Colts Free Agency Preview: On today's episode, Stephen Reed of Stampede Blue stops by to help empty out the mailbag before diving deep into 2020 free agency. This is the most important offseason for the Colts in years, but how should they approach it? Who are some big fish free agents who make sense? What about Jadeveon Clowney, Philip Rivers, and others? What positions will Indy address next week? Expect lots of action on defense, especially in the front four. Finally, we end with some free agency predictions. How would you grade our haul? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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Colts dominate Vikings in 28-11 blowout win: On today's episode, Zach Hicks of Stampede Blue joins Evan to go over the Colts' 28-11 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Thanks to an outstanding performance on both sides of the ball, this was a blowout win. DeForest Buckner looked like a superstar against the Vikings. Finishing with 1.5 sacks and four QB hits, Buckner was worth the price Indy paid this offseason. If this continues, watch out. Also, Mo Alie-Cox could be a prime candidate to breakout within the Colts' offense after his outstanding performance. How will the Colts replace Parris Campbell and Malik Hooker? Both are out for the season (Campbell likely, Hooker confirmed), so how will Indy adjust? Julian Blackmon looks more than ready to take the starting spot and run with it. Closing out the show, we quickly preview the Jets matchup. There's no reason Indy shouldn't win this one by double-digits. All of this, plus so much more, in a jam-packed Monday recap episode! Learn more a by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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T.Y. Hilton's uncertain future + Mock Draft Monday 1.0: On today's episode, Evan and Stampede Blue's Stephen Reed go over the latest Colts news with a 2021 NFL Draft twist. First up, we dive into the latest news surrounding T.Y. Hilton. Does Hilton have a future in Indy? Based off Hilton's tweet on Monday, it sounds like he might be leaving Indy if the money isn't right. Closing out the show, we do two mock drafts. First, we go through a 5-round mock draft via The Draft Network that features Indy bolstering their pass rush. Then, closing out the show, Evan and Stephen do a live 7-round mock draft with trade options via Pro Football Network. This is a jam-packed episode, Colts fans! Tune in for all your latest Colts insight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis Colts

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