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The Horseshoe Hangover

Tom Connolly & Chris Dyer

Join two passionate Colts and NFL outsiders every week as we break down the latest Indianapolis Colts news, analyze key NFL matchups, and share unfiltered takes on all things football. From game recaps to league-wide insights, *The Horseshoe Hangover* offers a fresh, weekly perspective on the highs and lows of Colts Nation. Saddle up and tune in each week as we ride through the season with a drink in hand and plenty of football talk! We call it how we see it and will not hold back.

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S3 · E24
Friday · 1 hr 8 min
2026 Week 7 Colts vs Vikings: How do the Colts respond after their GM is fired?
https://linktr.ee/horseshoehangover horseshoehangovermailbag@gmail.com Removing the Stench of the Ballard Era: What's Next for the Colts?The Chris Ballard era is OVER, and it's time to disinfect the Indianapolis Colts organization!With Ballard out, Carlie Irsay-Gordon has an opportunity to reshape the future of this franchise. But while the on-field product has been disappointing, is there a strong culture behind the scenes worth building around?Everything is on the table, Colts Nation! It's time to use your imagination because nothing should be off-limits!🏈 Blow it up or build around the stars? Could Jonathan Taylor (JT28) be traded? Or should the Colts build their foundation around JT28 and Quenton Nelson (Q56), giving the next GM two cornerstone players to work with?🏈 Is Brian Flores auditioning for his next job? With the Vikings coming to town, could this matchup double as a sideline interview for Flores? If the next GM decides to move on from Shane Steichen, should Flores be a serious head coaching candidate?🏈 The players feel the heat! With Ballard fired, Colts players are acknowledging their responsibility. But will that accountability finally translate into better effort and results on Sundays?🏈 Carlie's next chapter! The Colts may have a strong internal culture, but can Carlie find the leadership needed to restore the winning standard established during the Manning era?The Ballard era is history. The excuses are running out. And the future of this franchise is wide open!All this and more on this week's Horseshoe Hangover Podcast!Colts Nation, let us know what YOU would do! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments!#ColtsNation #ForTheShoe #HorseshoeHangover #IndianapolisColts #NFL
S3 · E23
Tuesday · 1 hr 11 min
Chris Ballard is fired after an embarrassing loss to the Titans
COLTS HIT ROCK BOTTOM! BALLARD FIRED! ISPEYTON MANNING THE ANSWER? The Indianapolis Colts have officially hita breaking point! After an embarrassing loss to the previously winlessTennessee Titans, the Chris Ballard era is OVER! Nearly a decade of mediocrity,disappointment, and excuses has finally come to an end. In this episode of the Horseshoe Hangover,Chris and Tom break down one of the biggest turning points in Colts franchisehistory! CHRIS BALLARD FIRED! Was this move long overdue,and what does it mean for the future of the franchise? CARLIE IRSAY MAKES HER FIRST BIG DECISION! TheColts' owner sends a powerful message that losing and mediocrity will no longerbe accepted in Indianapolis. BRING BACK PEYTON MANNING? We debate if theSheriff deserves serious consideration for the Colts' vacant GM position. MEETING COLTS NATION! We share our experiencemeeting fellow Colts fans and supporters of the Horseshoe Hangover at the game! TIME TO BLOW IT UP? Is anyone untouchable onthis roster? We discuss potential trades, and YES, that includes JonathanTaylor (JT28), DeForest Buckner, and Quenton Nelson! Nobody is off the table! The Ballard era is over, but the harddecisions are just beginning. Is this finally the reset Colts Nation has beenwaiting for, or are we headed for another decade of disappointment? Colts Nation, we want to hear from YOU! Whoshould be the next GM? Would you trade JT28, Buckner, or Big Q? Like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Welove hearing from Colts Nation! #Colts #ColtsNation #IndianapolisColts #NFL#HorseshoeHangover
S3 · E22
October 16 · 1 hr 4 min
2026 Week 6 Colts vs. Titans: A Must-Win Against the 0-5 Titans!
Twitter /X : @SOUTHBOUNDUKPOD (3) Southbound - YouTube The Colts are desperate for answers, and apparently, one of them is signing Germaine Pratt straight off the couch! How does a guy who hasn't played all season walk into Indianapolis and potentially become our best linebacker? Meanwhile, we ask the uncomfortable question: Are the Indianapolis Colts really any better than the Tennessee Titans? After years of mediocrity, questionable leadership, and disappointing football, the two franchises might have more in common than Colts Nation wants to admit. The Titans are 0-5, and this is a game the Colts absolutely MUST win. If you can't beat the winless Titans, what does that say about your own franchise? Chris and Tom break it all down on this episode of the Horseshoe Hangover! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts, Colts Nation!
S3 · E21
October 13 · 1 hr 11 min
2026 Week 5 recap: Steelers beat the Colts, Same Mistakes & Same Results!
Do you have questions for Chris and Tom? Send them our waythrough the Horseshoe Hangover Mailbag! We want to hear from Colts Nation! horseshoehangovermailbag@gmail.com Colts vs. Steelers: Same Mistakes, Same Results | Week 5Recap Another trip to Pittsburgh, another disappointing loss. TheColts fall 34-22 to the Steelers, dropping to 2-3 on the season, and this onewas filled with missed opportunities, defensive breakdowns, and plenty offrustration. Jaylen Warren torched the Colts with explosive touchdowns of80 and 50 yards, while Aaron Rodgers picked apart the defense. Is Lou Anarumo'sdefense becoming this team's biggest liability? From questionable play-calling to an ineffective runninggame, the same problems keep showing up. At what point do we stop calling thesemistakes and start questioning the people responsible? The Colts had opportunities to win this football game butcouldn't capitalize when it mattered most. Are we watching a talented teamunderperform, or is this simply who the Colts are? Grab your favorite beverage and join Chris and Tom foranother frustrating edition of the Horseshoe Hangover! #Colts #ColtsNation #NFL #Steelers
S2 · E20
October 9 · 1 hr 26 min
2026 Week 5: Colts vs. Steelers | Cinderella Jones, Sideline Drama & Chaos in Pittsburgh!
The Colts are heading to Pittsburgh, and there is NO shortage of storylines heading into this Week 5 showdown!Chris and Tom are back on Horseshoe Hangover to break down everything surrounding the Colts and Steelers!Carlie Irsay: The Blue-Collar Billionaire? We dive into her hands-on approach to ownership, why she's roaming the sidelines, and what separates her from other NFL owners.Sauce Gardner Gets Real! Sauce admits he's embarrassed by his recent performance. Can the All-Pro corner bounce back and prove he's still one of the NFL's elite?Mutiny in Pittsburgh? Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy are butting heads, emotions are boiling over, and the Steelers seem to have some serious internal drama. Is Pittsburgh starting to unravel?Daniel "Cinderella" Jones! Has Daniel Jones turned into the NFL's Cinderella story, or is the clock about to strike midnight in Pittsburgh?Colts vs. Steelers Preview! We break down the keys to victory, the matchups that matter, and whether Indianapolis can finally overcome its Pittsburgh curse.Weekly NFL Pick'ems! Chris and Tom make their picks, debate the biggest games, and predict who's walking away victorious in Week 5!Colts Nation, is Cinderella Jones the real deal, or are we about to watch the glass slipper shatter?Like, subscribe, and drop your predictions in the comments! We love hearing from Colts Nation!#Colts #ForTheShoe #NFL #ColtsVsSteelers #CarlieIrsay
S3 · E19
October 6 · 1 hr 9 min
2026 week 4 recap: Colts Win in London! The Good, Bad & Ugly vs. Commanders
THE COLTS LEAVE LONDON WITH A WIN!The Colts make it two wins in a row, improve to 2-2, and move into 2nd place in the AFC South after taking down the Washington Commanders in London.On this episode of Horseshoe Hangover, Chris & Tom break down The Good and The Bad from a win that certainly wasn’t perfect.THE GOOD: The defense stepped up and did what it needed to do to get the W. Jonathan Taylor continues to keep this offense alive, and Spencer Schrader remains PERFECT — 11-for-11 on field goals this season.THE BAD: The turnovers continue to pile up for Daniel Jones, who gets outdueled by a 7th-round rookie QB making his first NFL start. Sauce Gardner gets burned all game, and Shane Steichen’s play-calling leaves us with plenty of questions.The Colts are back to .500 and have some momentum—but are they actually getting better, or are the wins covering up bigger problems?And, of course, we have to ask the question that never seems to go away:WHEN DO THE COLTS FINALLY FIRE CHRIS BALLARD?!Two straight wins. A 2-2 record. Plenty to feel good about—and somehow, plenty to be pissed about.Welcome to the Horseshoe Hangover.• Like & Subscribe• Drop your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear from Colts Nation!
S3 · E18
October 2 · 1 hr 27 min
2026 Week 4: Colts Travel to London to take on the Commanders
The Horseshoe is heading across the pond! The Colts and Commanders meet in London with both teams sitting at 1-2 and looking for a massive Week 4 win.Before we dive into the matchup, we hit some of the crazier storylines surrounding the NFL right now. The league is handing out fines for touchdown celebrations that imitate drinking a beer — including Colts OL Matt Goncalves — and we ask the obvious question: Has the No Fun League officially gone too far? 🍺We also discuss the open roof at Lucas Oil Stadium and whether the elements create home field disadvantage for the Colts. Plus, what's happening with the NFL's London experience? Ticket sales for Colts-Commanders have been slow enough that the NFL reduced prices on remaining seats in an effort to fill the stadium.Then it's time for FOOTBALL.🔥 Colts Offense vs. Commanders Defense: How should Shane Steichen attack a Washington defense that's been strong against the run but vulnerable through the air? Can Daniel Jones and the Colts passing game take advantage while still getting Jonathan Taylor involved?🔥 Colts Defense vs. Commanders Offense: Can Indy finally generate consistent pressure, control the line of scrimmage and keep Washington's playmakers from taking over? And with Jayden Daniels' status uncertain, how much does the matchup change if Marcus Mariota gets the start?It's Colts vs. Commanders from London, and we're breaking down everything Indy needs to do to come home 2-2.Finally we give our NFL picks for week 4 with a few interesting takes. Grab a drink and join Chris & Tom for another episode of Horseshoe Hangover!Colts Nation — LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your score prediction in the comments!#Colts #ColtsNation #ForTheShoe #Commanders #NFL #NFLLondon #HorseshoeHangover
S3 · E16
September 29 · 1 hr 16 min
2026 Week 3: Colts beat the Texans avoid 0-3 start!
The Colts finally got a win! Indianapolis takes down the Houston Texans in Week 3 and, most importantly, avoids the dreaded 0-3 start.On this episode of Horseshoe Hangover, Chris & Tom break down a Colts performance that wasn’t always pretty—but showed plenty of reasons for Colts Nation to feel a little better.Daniel Jones had an up-and-down afternoon, but the Colts’ wide receiver group stepped up and made plays when the offense needed them. Defensively, DeForest Buckner and the interior D-line took over, creating pressure and making life difficult for Houston’s offense. And they needed every bit of it, because the Colts’ edge rushers still can’t consistently get home to the quarterback.We break down the good, the bad, and the frustrating, then take a look at the AFC South outlook and what this win means moving forward.For once, we’re trying to focus on the positives. The Colts are 1-2, alive in the division, and finally have something to build on.Colts Nation—are you feeling better after this win, or did you see too many problems to ignore?👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe to Horseshoe Hangover💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments—we love hearing from Colts Nation!#Colts #Coltsnation #Texans #NFL #NFLnews #AFCsouth
S3 · E15
September 26 · 1 hr 6 min
2026 Week 3: Colts vs. Texans Somebody's Going 0-3!
Tom and Chris are coming to you from Pensacola, Florida! (with a few technical problems) Two teams. Two 0-2 records. One desperate need for a win.The Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans square off in Week 3 in what could be a defining early-season AFC South matchup. Both teams are searching for their first victory, and somebody is leaving this game with an ugly 0-3 record.Chris and Tom break down why this is a MUST-WIN get-right game for the Colts and discuss what both the offense and defense can build on to finally put together a complete performance. Can the offense find its rhythm? Can Lou Anarumo's defense build on the positives from Kansas City and make life difficult for Houston?We also dive into Alec Pierce's heel reinjury, the addition of veteran WR Darius Slayton to provide much-needed depth, and the growing rumors surrounding a potential Anthony Richardson trade to the New York Giants.The AFC South is wide open, but the Colts can't keep waiting for someone else to hand them an opportunity. It's time to take advantage, get in the win column, and give Colts Nation something to believe in!Like, subscribe, and drop your predictions in the comments! We want to hear from Colts Nation!#Colts #ColtsNation #Texans #NFL #AFCSouth #HorseshoeHangover
S3 · E15
September 22 · 1 hr 11 min
2026 Week 2 Colts vs Chiefs recap: We almost knocked them out
Horseshoe Hangover | Colts vs. Chiefs Week 2 Recap The Colts went into Arrowhead, showed some fight, and gave Chiefs Kingdom everything they had… only to walk away with a heartbreaking overtime loss. But unlike Week 1, this team finally showed some GRIT!Chris and Tom kick things off by highlighting the positives from Sunday’s game. The effort was there, the physicality was there, and for the first time this season, we saw a Colts team willing to fight for results.Then, things get interesting.We dive into the strange world of sports fandom. Why do we continue investing our time, money, and emotions into a team that can leave us miserable every Sunday? What makes being a fan so different from just about anything else in life?We also discuss Kenny Moore’s request to be released and what that decision silently tells us about the state of the Indianapolis Colts organization.And finally, it’s time to ask a question that might make some people uncomfortable: Is Shane Steichen really the offensive play-calling genius he’s been made out to be? We examine his decisions against Kansas City and whether his play-calling is helping this team win or holding it back.The effort improved. The result didn't. And Colts Nation is left with another Horseshoe Hangover.Grab a drink, settle in, and join Chris and Tom as we break it all down!LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment! We want to hear from Colts Nation: Are you encouraged by the effort against Kansas City, or are you tired of moral victories?#Colts #ColtsNation #NFL #Chiefs #Redkingdom
S3 · E14
September 18 · 1 hr 7 min
2026 Week 2: SNF Chiefs vs Colts preview
This week on Horseshoe Hangover, Chris and Tom break down what has to change—and it starts with EFFORT. The Colts were outplayed, out-executed and embarrassed against Baltimore. If they bring that same effort to Kansas City, this one could get ugly fast. We dive into the chess match on both sides of the ball. How does Shane Steichen prepare Daniel Jones and this offense for Steve Spagnuolo's aggressive, disguised pressure packages? Can Jonathan Taylor keep the Colts out of obvious passing situations and prevent Spags from turning the game into a blitzing nightmare? Then we flip it around. Andy Reid. Patrick Mahomes. Motion. Misdirection. Tempo. After the Colts surrendered 506 yards and 41 points against Baltimore, Lou Anarumo and this defense have to be dramatically better prepared, better aligned and more disciplined against one of the NFL's most difficult offenses to defend. Week 1 was embarrassing. Week 2 is an opportunity to respond. Does this Colts team have the effort, preparation and toughness to walk into Arrowhead and compete—or are we about to watch another bloodbath? Grab a drink and join Chris and Tom as we break down Colts vs. Chiefs on Horseshoe Hangover.
S3 · E12
September 15 · 1 hr 2 min
2026 Week 1 Recap: Ravens pick apart the Colts
The Colts opened the 2026 season at home and got absolutely handled by the Baltimore Ravens, 41–23. Chris and Tom break down everything that went wrong in an embarrassing Week 1 performance. The Colts defense had no answers for Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry or Zay Flowers, Baltimore piled up more than 500 yards of offense, and a Colts secondary that was supposed to be the strength of this team failed to make enough plays. We talk about the defensive breakdowns, questionable offensive decisions, costly mistakes and whether this loss exposed some much bigger problems with this Colts roster. Jonathan Taylor gave Indy something to build on, but outside of JT, there weren't many positives to take away from this one. Was this simply a bad Week 1 performance against a very good Ravens team — or did we just get our first look at what the 2026 Indianapolis Colts really are? Chris and Tom aren't holding back on this one. Welcome to the Horseshoe Hangover.
S3 · E12
September 11 · 58 min
2026 Week 1 Colts vs Ravens preview
Chris and Tom are back to break down a loaded opening week of NFL football! We kick things off with our reaction to the Patriots vs. Seahawks, then turn our attention to the main event — Colts vs. Ravens. We dive deep into the matchup, the biggest challenges Baltimore presents, and the keys to victory for Indianapolis. What does the Colts offense need to do to move the ball? How can the defense slow down Baltimore? And what absolutely HAS to go right for Indy to start the season 1-0? Then we go around the league and make our Week 1 NFL picks, with plenty of disagreements along the way. The wait is over. Real football is back. Let’s get after it, Colts Nation!
S3 · E11
September 9 · 58 min
2026 Ep 11: NFL Division Predictions & of course Tom & Chris don't see eye to eye
Chris and Tom battle it out as they make their picks for all eight NFL division winners heading into the 2026 season. Every year, the NFL reminds us that nothing goes according to plan. Playoff teams fall off, surprise contenders emerge, and somebody everyone had penciled into January ends up watching from the couch. So who’s taking each division this year? Which favorites are we buying, which teams are we fading, and where do Chris and Tom completely disagree? From the AFC South to the NFC West, we’re breaking it all down and planting our flags before the season gets rolling. Eight divisions. Eight predictions. Plenty of disagreements. Come hear what Horseshoe Hangover has to say about your favorite NFL division—and then tell us where we got it completely wrong!
S3 · E10
September 9 · 23 min
2026 Ep 10: AFC South Predictions, Chris & Tom COMPLETELY Disagree!
Chris and Tom break down the Colts’ latest roster moves involving Luke Tenuta and Jaylon Jones and what they could mean for Indy heading into the Week 1 showdown with the Baltimore Ravens. Then we turn our attention to the AFC South and make our official 2026 division predictions—and this is where things get interesting. Chris and Tom completely disagree on who will win the AFC South, and neither one is backing down. Colts? Texans? Jaguars? Titans? We break down each team, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately plant our flags on who takes the division crown. Two hosts. Two completely different AFC South predictions. Somebody is going to be VERY wrong. Colts roster moves AFC South breakdown Chris vs. Tom
S3 · E9
September 1 · 58 min
2026 Ep09: 53 man roster & Keenan Allen DUI
The Colts’ 53-man roster is officially set, and there’s plenty to talk about. Chris and Tom break down the final roster, the biggest position battles, and at least one cut that absolutely caught us by surprise. We also discuss the Colts’ last-minute moves to strengthen the roster, including the trade for Sedrick Van Pran-Granger, and what the final 53 tells us about how this team is being built heading into Week 1. Plus, we get into the Keenan Allen DUI arrest. For a veteran brought to Indianapolis to provide leadership and experience, it’s an incredibly disappointing start — and we discuss how you can understand the circumstances of a veteran adjusting to a new city while still expecting him to know better and make better decisions. The preseason is over. The roster is set. Now it’s time for real football. Horseshoe Hangover — Colts football from a fan’s perspective.
S3 · E8
August 29 · 59 min
2026 Ep08: Colts 53-Man Roster Predictions & Injury PTSD
It’s officially Year 3 of the Horseshoe Hangover Podcast, so Chris & Tom figured it was time to put their GM hats on and build their own Indianapolis Colts 53-man rosters. Who makes the cut? Who’s on the bubble? And where do Chris & Tom completely disagree? We also dive into the Colts’ dramatic—and sometimes downright painful—injury history. From Peyton Manning’s neck injury, to Andrew Luck, Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones, and the latest injury concerns, Colts Nation has been through enough to make every limp, awkward landing, and trip to the blue medical tent feel like a five-alarm fire. Two roster predictions. Plenty of disagreements. And a little Colts injury trauma mixed in for good measure. Grab a drink and join the Hangover.
S3 · E7
August 25 · 41 min
2026 Ep07: Did the Colts players fail the Job Interview?
In this episode of Horseshoe Hangover, we break down a frustrating preseason performance where several Colts backups were handed a golden opportunity—and showed up like someone walking into a job interview completely unprepared. Preseason is supposed to be where depth players prove they belong, but instead, the Colts walked away with even more questions. We dive into the concerning lack of depth along the offensive line and at cornerback, and what those weaknesses could mean once the regular season begins and injuries inevitably hit. We also tackle the Colts' kicking battle and debate what should carry more weight when making the final decision: consistent performance on the practice field or delivering when the lights come on in an actual game? The starters might grab the headlines, but this episode is all about the guys fighting for roster spots—and whether the Colts have enough behind their starters to survive a 17-game season.
S3 · E6
August 21 · 55 min
S3 Ep06: Joint Practices with Falcons & Preseason game 2
Horseshoe Hangover — Colts Camp Heating Up & Falcons Preseason Preview The Colts are making some noise as training camp rolls on, and we've got plenty to talk about on this episode of Horseshoe Hangover. We break down the latest from camp, including Deion Burks and Josh Downs making plays, Daniel Jones looking sharp, and a Colts defense that absolutely dominated the Falcons offense in joint practices. We also dive into the addition of Keenan Allen and what the veteran receiver could bring to a WR room that desperately needed proven depth. Plus, we take a look at the Colts' emerging linebackers, who's making a push for playing time, and Tom explains exactly what he likes—and apparently doesn't like—when evaluating his quarterbacks. Finally, we turn our attention to Preseason Game 2 against Atlanta. What do we need to see from the quarterbacks, young receivers, defense and roster-bubble players before the Colts start making some difficult decisions? 🎙️ Training camp updates, position battles, questionable QB standards, and everything we're watching against Atlanta—it's all on this episode of Horseshoe Hangover.
S3 · E5
August 19 · 32 min
S3 Ep 05: Colts sign WR Keenan Allen
The Colts finally made a move at wide receiver, signing veteran Keenan Allen to add some much-needed experience and proven production to a position group we've been concerned about throughout training camp. On this episode of Horseshoe Hangover, we break down what the 6-time Pro Bowler brings to Indianapolis, his familiarity with Shane Steichen, and why his elite route-running and ability to move the chains could be exactly what this offense needs. Alec Pierce brings the deep threat. Josh Downs brings the explosiveness from the slot. Now Keenan Allen brings something this WR room was seriously lacking—over a decade of NFL experience and more career catches and receiving yards than the rest of the Colts' receiver room combined. Is Allen still capable of making a major impact at 34 years old? And did Chris Ballard wait too long to address the Colts' lack of WR depth. We break it all down on Horseshoe Hangover.

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