Chris Ballard kept his word and finally made big moves in free agency, landing Camryn Bynum, Charvarius Ward, and the controversial signing of Daniel Jones. But with a QB1 battle now brewing, how does this shake up the Colts’ draft strategy next month? We break down the impact of these signings, what it means for the team’s future, and whether Ballard’s aggressive approach will pay off. Tune in for all the analysis and predictions!
As the Colts enter Year 9 of the Chris Ballard era, all eyes are on whether the GM will stay true to his promises of improving the roster. Can he finally build a true contender? Plus, what should we expect from Anthony Richardson in Year 3 after a disappointing sophomore season? Will he take the next step, or is there cause for concern? We break it all down in this episode
Tune in for expert analysis and bold predictions!
Rondo & Marqus on the mic for this one. The Colts are 0-2 to start off the season and the questions are rising about what can be done to shake off the slump and get into the winning column.
156 Nation!! Welcome back as we kick off the final road to the 2024 SZN
Hosts Rondo & Gulick are joined by US Army Drill Sergeant Zach Carmichael, making his yearly appearance to talk about the 53 who will be wearing Colts blue for this season.
HELLO Audio audience and welcome back to another season of 1st & 56th
Gulick & Marqus take the mic on this one
to talk the FA Moves made by Ballard as well as the potential prospects for the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft
Tune in and enjoy yall!
Anthony Richardson out for the season?!
Grover Stewart suspended for 6 games!!
Just tune in and listen because HOLY....
The Indianapolis Colts have logged a win in the young 2023 season. A hot start by the young rookie, as Anthony Richardson continues to dazzle. Lighting up the scoreboard yet again, unfortunately required to take an early exit out of the game, but set the table for victory, the Colts improve to a 1-1 record. The hosts talk the game, his progression, and what to expect in the future. ENJOY!
Football Season is officially back!!!
Week 1 has come and gone, the Colts unfortunately take a loss 31-21 at the hands of the Jacksonville Jaguars. But there was a lot to be desired, Anthony Richardson made his long awaited debut, Steichen 1st game as a Head Coach, Lucas Oil was absolutely rocking and the boys over on crew 156 are here to talk about it all.
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Hello 1st & 56th Faithful!!!
Did you miss us? Its been a long time coming but football is back and what better to celebrate than with some beers, some good BBQ and your favorite hosts of your favorite podcast.
We want to hang and meet with all of our faithful fans before we get to witness the start of another season of Indianapolis Colts football.
Our Good friend Zach Carmichael will tell you where to go, and we hop to see you all there.
A long silenced hiatus has finally come to an end! Audio audience its been a long time and we have missed you so much, you may notice a few changes but we'll do our best to get you up to speed. FIRST things first, our team has grown, brand new host Marqus Martin has been a excellent addition to the team, we hope that you embrace and love him as you have our faithful co-hosts over the years. Gulick & Rondo are still here leading the charge, so catch up with us as we prepare to dive in this eventful offseason and it begins with our thoughts from the Combine.
NFL Trade deadline 2022 has come and gone! And what a whirlwind of moves it was. A record setting day for the league in which a new high of 10 deadline moves were made. The Colts getting in at the buzzer send fan favorite Nyeim Hines to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for Zach Moss and a conditional 6th. Your hosts Gulick & Rondo give their thoughts on the move as well as thoughts on Ehlinger in his debut. Tune in & Enjoy
Rondo & Gulick are back for another game preview with A LOT of curveballs ahead of this one, joining in on the chaos is Reed of the MarkCast! XFL expert but also a Washington Commanders fan. Tune in & Enjoy!!
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Having finally notched a win on the standings, the Colts now look ahead to the looming AFC South rival Tennessee Titans as they come to visit Lucas Oil next. Gulick & Rondo back on the mic, to give their thoughts, outlook, fears and keys to a victory to finish off the short homestand.
1-1-1 the record of pure symmetry. Rondo & Gulick hit the microphones in celebration of a strongly contested home opener resulting in a victory for the Indianapolis Colts. They discuss what went right, what went wrong, and will this finally be the turning point that everyone has desired?
Rondo & Gulick here for a LONG episode (timestamps below)
After a ridiculous loss at the hands of the Jaguars, a 24-0 defeat leaves Colts Nation with a LOT of questions and blame to go around.
1:13- Gulick on the lack of emotion
4:40- Rondo brings up the numbers
5:47- Where was Parris Campbell?!
10:46- Fire Frank Reich Train
13:10- What happened to Kenny Moore?!
15:22- Gus Bradley
19:40- They know Jonathan Taylor is really good at football RIGHT?!
23:45- Where is Isaiah Rodgers?!
27:40- How bad is this curse?
29:00- Mood Change
29:40- History Lesson
34:30- Stay off the cliff, FOR NOW
36:35- "I got a weird feeling"
38:11- Turn back the clock
41:01- Holding off the pitchforks
43:50-Uncharted Territory
45:40- Rondo Accountability Take
Rondo flies solo on this episode previewing the week 2 matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Joining him on this episode is Andrew of the Jag Roar Podcast, to give the ins and outs of all thinks Jaguars ahead the game.
NFL Week 1 has come and gone, with its conclusion the Indianapolis Colts are put in a weird position not seen since the 1960's... A Tie to open the regular season!! Yes the Colts are currently sitting at the top of the standings with a 0-0-1 record. Listen in as Rondo & Anthony breakdown section by section what happen, why they are not hitting the panic button, and what to expect going forward in the long season.
Rondo & Gulick are LIVE for the long awaited return to relevant football. Week 1 is here, and the boys are ready to discuss the ins & outs of what they expect to see as the 2022 Season kicks off officially for the Indianapolis Colts.