2026 Colts offseason preview | The Jack Doyle Podcast

The Jack Doyle Podcast kicks off the offseason with Matt Taylor and Jack Doyle. Matt opens the show by asking Jack about the difficulty of locker clean-out day following the final game of the season (2:33).

The conversation shifts to Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon's message to fans and media, emphasizing the heightened sense of urgency moving forward (6:30) and Matt and Jack break down the key areas general manager Chris Ballard addressed with the media as the Colts head into the offseason and look ahead to 2026-2027 (17:50).

To close the show, Jack gives his overall grade for a defense that was heavily impacted by injuries throughout the season (22:48), before wrapping up with the latest edition of "You Don't Know Jack!" (41:00).

Special Edition of the Jack Doyle Podcast

Philip Rivers joins his former teammate Jack Doyle for a special edition of the Jack Doyle Podcast. Philip opens the show by explaining what motivated him to return to the game (0:51) and discusses how his familiarity with the playbook helped make the transition back much easier (7:36). 

Philip compares his first start back in Seattle to his very first NFL start, reflecting on the similarities and differences between the two moments (10:43). From there, the conversation shifts from reflection to X's and O's, as the guys break down their favorite routes and concepts in the offense (16:30).

To wrap things up, Philip is asked if he thinks he could take Mo Alie-Cox in a game of hoops (22:50) and shares his appreciation on behalf of football fans everywhere for coming back and for the way he's consistently carried himself throughout his career (24:33).

The guys open this week's episode by recapping how Christmas went at the Jack Doyle household (1:20) and discuss how deflating it was to watch the Texans knock off the Chargers (3:38). Matt and Jack dive into the quarterback situation, including whether this may have been the final time we see Philip Rivers on the field and how they thought he performed (14:30). The conversation shifts to the possibility of Riley Leonard making his first career start (21:34) and to wrap things up, they break down the three biggest reasons the Colts fell short of the playoffs this season (31:36).

The guys open this week's episode talking about how great Christmas morning is (1:01). Jack and Matt talk about the tough loss on the National stage on Monday Night Football (2:50) and the command of the offense that Philip Rivers had (7:08). Also, the guys talk about the hard truths about not having a consistent pass rush (19:11) and the balance to keep playing at a high level during this rough stretch (27:14). Lastly, they talk about balancing family life with Christmas and football (32:30)

The guys open this week's episode talking about what Jack thought about Philip Rivers making his return to the field for the first time since the 2020 season (2:26). Jack talks about how tough it is in the locker room following a tough loss like Sunday (12:00). Jack talks about how much he has kept in touch with Philip (7:54). Also, the guys highlight the impact that Laiatu Latu had on the game in Seattle (25:03) and lastly, the guys talk about how special it is to play on Monday Night Football. (32:11).

The guys open this week's episode with a discussion about the Colts signing Philip Rivers and how limited on the team's options were at quarterback (0:51). They break down the path that led Indianapolis to this point and why the move ultimately makes sense (2:56). Jack shares often he has stayed in touch with Philip over the years (7:54) and they highlight the cerebral nature of Rivers' game—his greatest distinguishing trait throughout his career (10:40). Finally, the conversation turns to the Hall of Fame. Every player hopes to be in the running one day, and with Rivers potentially becoming active again, he may be restarting his five-year eligibility clock, but as they note, that's simply who Philip is; he is willing to do whatever it takes to keep that passion and love for the game of football alive (26:00).

The guys open this week's episode discussing how frustrated the Colts' loss to the Texans left Jack (0:36). They reflect on the tough stretch the team is facing, having dropped three of their last 4 games (11:42). Jack talks about how difficult it is not to press when you're in a slump like the Colts are, especially with such a crucial game coming up this Sunday (19:11).

Matt and Jack break down what the defense needs to do to limit opponents' total plays, with at least one more week expected without DeForest Buckner (23:06). Lastly, they dive into the dreaded streak Colts fans are tired of hearing about, and the magnitude of playing in a place Indy hasn't won since 2014 (38:23).

The guys open this week's episode discussing the tough road overtime loss the Colts had on Sunday to the Chiefs (2:18). They also dive into what a player like Jonathan Taylor forces defenses to do and the Chiefs put all the effort into shutting down the run (10:25) and the guys look at the big picture common denominators from the 8 wins compared to the 3 losses (18:00). Matt and Jack look at the final 6 games, the Colts have 4 division games left and the importance of those games now down the stretch (22:10) and lastly, the guys talk about what Thanksgiving is like for NFL players and coaches (28:47).