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The Last Word with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor returns this week, opening with a discussion on the biggest questions surrounding the Colts' running back room (2:36). Colts center Tanor Bortolini joins the program to discuss the value of the offseason program and his plans before training camp begins (8:20). Later, Casey and Matt sit down with longtime season-ticket holder Jeff Haggard, whose family has held Colts tickets since the team arrived in Indianapolis in 1984 (19:17).

The Last Word returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor breaking down the biggest takeaways from the Colts' three-day minicamp and the conclusion of the offseason program. They kick things off with the offense (2:08), discussing Daniel Jones' progress, Alec Pierce's development and what to expect from Jonathan Taylor heading into training camp. The conversation then shifts to the defense (13:31), where Casey and Matt examine the team's young talent and provide an update on DeForest Buckner's injury outlook. They wrap up by exploring ways the Colts can take some of the workload off Jonathan Taylor and create a more balanced offensive attack (19:58).

The Last Word with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor returns this week to break down the second week of OTAs and preview next week's mandatory minicamp.

The guys discuss how Daniel Jones continues to progress in the Colts offense thanks to the extensive work he's put in throughout the offseason program (5:00) and tackle some of the biggest questions facing the wide receiver and tight end groups heading into minicamp (11:20).

Matt catches up with Nick Westbrook-Ikhine to discuss his transition to Indianapolis and his early impressions of the Colts (18:28), then Casey and Matt wrap up the show by sharing what they'll be watching most closely during next week's three-day minicamp (26:22).

The Last Word with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor returns this week to recap everything they saw during the first week of OTAs. The guys discuss what stood out from Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson during practice and media sessions (1:53), along with injury updates and the return of Justin Walley and Hunter Wohler (9:33). Casey sits down with Riley Leonard (14:48) and the show wraps up with a look at the elite company Daniel Jones joined during his impressive 10-game stretch in 2025 (25:32).

The Last Word with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor returns this week to recap everything the guys heard during the offseason workout program. They discuss cornerback Charvarius Ward's healthy mindset following a challenging 2025 season (1:38) and the expanded role defensive end Jaylahn Tuimoloau is expected to take on in his sophomore campaign (4:07).

The fellas also preview the start of OTAs next week by breaking down the biggest positional battles set to heat up on both offense and defense (9:36).

Lastly, Ryan Myrehn of the IMS Radio Network joins the show to preview Sunday's 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 (15:42).

The Last Word, the off-season radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, is back this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. They started off by talking about their initial thoughts of the 2026 Colts schedule (1:43). Matt Taylor was joined by Chris Gahl, Executive Vice President & Chief Business Officer for Visit Indy about the Colts possibly hosting the NFL Draft (11:56). Lastly, Casey and Matt talk about what is more likely to happen – the NFL establishing a 4-team international division or the NFL playing 16 international games a year with every team playing overseas on an annual basis (31:37).

The Last Word, the offseason radio home for the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor. The guys open with a discussion about the recent release of Kenny Moore II and what it means for the leadership in the Colts locker room and the overall look for the secondary (1:46). Later, the guys are joined by Colts second-round pick CJ Allen (14:20) to talk about his transition to the NFL and expectations for his rookie season. To close the show, Casey and Matt break down which rookies—outside of Allen—could be in line to make the biggest impact for the Colts in 2026 (24:33).

The Last Word, the offseason radio home of the Indianapolis Colts, returns this week with Casey Vallier and Matt Taylor breaking down the team's 2026 draft class, beginning the discussion with which rookies could make an immediate impact this season (4:03). Next, Matt sits down with Eric Moore, head coach of Center Grove High School for 24 years, to talk about Colts sixth-round pick Caden Curry and his development (13:06).

To wrap things up, Casey and Matt debate whether A.J. Haulcy and CJ Allen can step in as rookie starters in their first year (34:13).