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👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Indianapolis Colts beat the Houston Texans in what many consider to be an ugly victory. While that may be right, ultimately not every game in the NFL is going to go exactly as planned. The major stories from this game were the performance from the Colts defense, and the performance from Daniel Jones. We’ll talk about them both. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Colts vs. Texans Reaction 4:30 Good Colts Defense or Bad Texans Offense? 10:18 Daniel Jones Performance vs. Texans ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans both face must win games in Week 3 in the NFL, which presumably should make for a great game. Of course, we are Colts fans over here so we will discuss it from a Colts perspective. What does the Colts offense need to do against this elite Texans defense? What does the Colts defense need to do against the Texans offense? We’ll talk about it - enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Colts vs. Texans High Level Preview 6:48 Colts Offense Keys to Victory 11:44 Colts Defense Keys to Victory ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 It's a tough time to be an Indianapolis Colts fan, there’s no question about it. We have a number of Colts news and updates to discuss today. We react to the Colts loss vs. the Chiefs, Alec Pierce’s injury, talks of Shane Steichen’s job, the Colts Defense under Lou Anarumo and a bit more. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to Show 6:37 Colts vs. Chiefs Takeaways 13:50 Should Colts Fire Shane Steichen? 19:04 Colts Defense, Linebacker Position 25:22 Alec Pierce’s Injury Reaction ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 The Indianapolis Colts have an opportunity to show the NFL and Colts fans that Week 1 wasn’t the norm this week, but it’s in a TOUGH matchup against the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. What do the Colts need to do to find success in this game? We talk about it in this Colts Chiefs game preview. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro to Colts vs. Chiefs 6:08 Colts Defense Keys to Victory 11:39 Colts Offense Keys to Victory ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 I’m still not over the Indianapolis Colts week 1 performance vs. the Ravens, particularly on the defensive side of the football. With all of the pieces they have, why has the Colts defense been so bad under Lou Anarumo? We speculate today… plus point out a single positive that didn't get covered - enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro to Topic 5:52 Why is Colts Defense So Bad Under Lou Anarumo? 16:41 The One Positive for Colts Defense in Week 1 ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 The Indianapolis Colts just got absolutely WORKED by the Baltimore Ravens. While Week 1 isn’t everything, there is no doubt it's a terrible look for the Colts. The question is, is it officially time for Colts fans to panic? Let's talk about it. Timestamps: 0:00 Colts Game Reaction 8:28 Biggest Concern for Colts After Week 1 13:10 Mooney Ward's Post Game Comments... ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 The Indianapolis Colts are officially about to play a football game. Can you believe it? In preparation for Week 1 vs. the Ravens, we'll obviously review the game. Plus 3 takes about the Colts you have wrong.  Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Opening Thoughts On Colts vs. Ravens 6:24 Colts vs. Ravens Preview 15:28 Colts Takes You're Wrong About ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 The Indianapolis Colts are officially about to play a football game. Can you believe it? In anticipation for Week 1, I wanted to make where clear exactly where I stand on this team as a Colts fan coming into the year. Am I optimistic? Pessimistic? A bit of both? You’ll know after listening. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Opening Thoughts on Colts Season 5:33 Can Colts Repeat Last Season’s Early Success? 12:53 Colts Biggest Concern Going Into This Season ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 The Indianapolis Colts are getting some good news as it relates to injuries right now - with Alec Pierce and Mooney Ward both seemingly trending to be ready for week. The Colts also cut Mekhi Blackmon. We'll talk about that and why the Colts depth at corner is better than you think, We’ll also talk about the kicker battle, the defensive line, and preview the Colts final preseason game. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Alec Pierce and Mooney Ward Healthy? + Show Intro 6:57 Colts Cut Mekhi Blackmon + Corner Depth 10:21 Colts Kickers, Haason Reddick + Defensive Line Cuts 18:13 Colts Final Preseason Preview ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Indianapolis Colts had a stinker in the preseason vs. Atlanta, and it has a lot of Colts fans concerned about the teams depth. Is the Colts QB battle officially settled. Which Colts roster cuts and position battled should we keep an eye on? We also talk about the Colts pass rush on defense. Is there any upside? Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Colts Preseason Reaction 5:14 Colts Position Battles and Roster Cuts 15:46 Positive Case for Colts Pass Rush ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Indianapolis Colts training camp has officially wrapped up and there are just two more preseason games until we kick off the 2026 season. Today, we won’t be previewing Colts preseason Week 2, but instead we will be discussing one of the least talked about stories for the Colts right now. While everyone is talking about Alec Pierce and his ankle, something else is brewing. We will also be diving into the upside of the WR room and offense with the addition of Keenan Allen. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to Topic 5:43 Time for Colts Fans to Worry About Mooney Ward? 16:22 Colts WR Room Better Than Last Year w/ Keenan Allen? ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Indianapolis Colts have signed Keenan Allen in a move Colts fans have been waiting on. What does this reunion with Shane Steichen mean for the Colts Offense? Additionally, what can we take away from the Colts preseason game this past Saturday? Finally, we will talk about 5 Colts players that will make more of an impact this season than you expect. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00Colts Sign Keenan Allen + Introduction 2:37 Keenan Allen Reaction, Impact on Colts Offense 9:47 Colts Preseason Week 1 Takeaways 18:09 5 Players Who Will Make a Bigger Impact for Colts Than Expected ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Colts training camp is officially upon us, so the Colts news cycle is going to start ramping up. Some injury news to talk about - of course we knew about Daniel Jones coming back, Alec Pierce being out to start camp, but we've just heard CJ Allen will be on PUP. What are the implications of that? We also talk about an article from James Boyd where he suggests Jonathan Taylor should HOLD IN for the Colts. I hate it - I'll talk about why. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 5:30 Jonathan Taylor Should HOLD IN?! 12:49 Colts Injury News - Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce, CJ Allen 21:10 Listener Q&A ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 Colts training camp starts awfully soon, yet there is still a bit of a wait prior. In the meantime, we will start unpacking some to[pics relevant to the team: 1. Are the Indianapolis Colts making a mistake by relying on Ashton Dulin? And should they bring in Keenan Allen? Also - what should we make of the Colts interest in Terrion Arnold? We'll talk about it. Enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 3:16 Ashton Dulin + Keenan Allen 12:19 Colts Interested in Terrion Arnold? ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0

👤 Follow Me on X @JustinRTBColts: https://x.com/JustinRTBColts Subscribe, Listen & Review The Riding the Bench Colts Podcast on: ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-riding-the-bench-coltscast/ ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10UnFDzjYl6wjEtawnEMDp?si=d252023f9cf84ab1 We are BACK with the first episode of the show from Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Colts are slowly getting closer to training camp, and there are a few things that are on my mind as it approaches. Alec Pierce's absence and how that will showcase the WR room we have in place, CJ Allen and the new look LB room, and finally - Anthony Richardson, who somehow may end up a Colt for the 2026-2027 season. Lets talk about it! Timestamps: 0:00 We're BACK 1:14 Intro + Training Camp Dates I'm Attending 5:08 Alec Pierce, Colts WR Room 13:0 CJ Allen, Colts LB Room Questions 21:08 Anthony Richardson to Stay with Colts? ***Intro Music: Maximalism by Punch Deck Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAacTpYwJc0