The Fan Morning Show

00:00 – 15:55 – A truly abysmal weekend of Indiana sports: Indiana, Notre Dame and the Colts all lose, is this the new low for the Colts?  15:56 – 23:41 – Morning Checkdown  23:42 – 44:49 – The Colts should make some major decisions today, but will they?, should they start seriously considering trading some veterans, Daniel Jones has been a disaster, the lack of quality players this deep into Ballard’s tenure, what Carlie should be thinking today  44:50 – 1:06:04– Callers weigh in on the latest Colts embarrassment, the Colts don’t normally fire people mid-season but an exception should be made, the amount of empty seats at the game, major questions about what ownership will do, Morning Checkdown  1:06:05 – 1:15:22 – Shane Steichen says he’s evaluating everything when it comes to staff changes but says Daniel Jones remains the starting quarterback, Kevin gives out his Outlaw Light Toast of the Game   1:15:23 – 1:24:11 – Daniel Jones continues to be awful with turnovers, a caller goes off on the lack of accountability from the Colts and the embarrassment of being a fan  1:24:12 – 1:46:18– Yesterday was the most embarrassing loss in the Steichen era, the veterans on the team are voicing their displeasure,   1:46:19 – 2:00:27 – Kevin trying to watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding, BREAKING NEWS: Chris Ballard FIRED by the Colts   2:00:28 – 2:03:13 – The guys continue to react to Chris Ballard’s firing as the Crossover with Jake Query beginsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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00:00 – 14:25 It’s another Football Friday, and a great weekend to look ahead for. One half of the participants for the World Series is confirmed, as the Milwaukee Brewers completed the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers last night. College football is making a big change with the 24-team playoff. Things like conference championships and big conference moments could lose meaning.  14:25 - 22:21 Morning Checkdown  22:21 - 42:57 WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins to break down the final week of high school football. He talks some of the top matchups throughout the state. He’ll also be in the same situation as Kevin, attending a wedding while Notre Dame plays on Saturday.  42:57 - 1:09:05 Matt Weaver from Peegs.com joins to give his take on the potential 24-team College Football Playoff. He also takes us through the huge matchup for the Hoosiers, and what expectations should look like. If the 24-team CFP goes through, it changes the course of the regular season. Many teams that would normally face “must-win” games will get in without a doubt. Morning Checkdown  1:09:05 - 1:16:42 Will we see an NFL weird moment in Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday. This is a “Can’t Lose” game, but Kevin argues this is a game that the Colts could struggle in. The Colts need to win, but we will really need to see something great from Daniel Jones and the defensive ends.  1:16:42 - 1:24:34 More on how the rumored 24-team CFP would affect the world of college football. This would require teams to play 10 P4 opponents every season to receive consideration. Is this even necessary? The best teams find their way to the end. What happens to the bowl games?  1:24:34 - 1:47:24 Matt Taylor, Voice of the Indianapolis Colts joins to get us prepared for Sunday’s matchup against the Titans. He gives some tidbits to keep in mind going into the game. The guys also react live to the news of the release of Darius Slayton. Morning Checkdown.  1:27:24 - 1:55:08 More reactions to the news of Darius Slayton being released. What does this mean for Alec Pierce as he looks to return from injury? Who will take his place on the roster? We get into our biggest unknown, biggest lock, and most entertaining game over the weekend.  1:55:08 - 2:02:19 We give our Colts picks for the weekend and Jake Query joins to preview his show. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins the show ahead of the regular season starting next week. He breaks down Haliburton’s return, the addition of Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr., the benefit of DAZN for fans, and he even gets into the aviation alphabet with the guys.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Butler Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday’s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:34 Tyrese Haliburton seemed to return to form last night against the Thunder in preseason action. Ivica Zubac also looked great, so we can look forward to that pairing throughout the season. Kevin has had some scary thoughts about the Colts, and James compares them to candy corn on Halloween.  14:34 - 20:28 Morning Checkdown  20:28 - 42:10 We got to see all of the starters for the Thunder last night and it was a bit jarring to see them again lined up against the Pacers. However, we did see glimpses of the potential of what this team could be. The regular season begins in a week. Kevin breaks down his scary Colts thoughts. Many of Ballard’s draft picks throughout his tenure have been very horrific and underwhelming. The issues with the Colts are from the top down, and there are ten years' worth of evidence.  42:10 - 1:06:20 ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins to explain the Colts’ involvement in Marvin Harrison Jr. and how heavy they were in pursuing him. The Colts much rather would’ve had a healthy Michael Pittman Jr., and that Keenan Allen has been underwhelming this season. Recycling former Lou Anarumo players is a tactic that doesn’t work in the NFL. LeBron James recently spoke on Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers, and could they be a good regular season team? We’ve seen them become risers in the playoffs, but becoming better in the regular season could take them to another level. Morning Checkdown.  1:06:20 - 1:17:56 Butler Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday’s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him.  1:17:56 - 1:23:55 More discussions on Colts roster changes throughout the years and how it affects the team in the current day.  1:23:55 - 1:48:30 We continue our flashback of the 2006 Colts Super Bowl season. We hear Antoine Bethea’s thoughts going into that season and how he could make an impact. We have truly been impressed with both the return of Tyrese Haliburton, and how Ivica Zubac has been able to blend into the lineup with him. This will be a very exciting season as we get it started here in a week. Morning Checkdown.  1:48:30 - 1:58:58 We talk about the ticket prices for IU vs Ohio State. Ohio State has only given up one pass play for more than 30 yards this season. Kevin and James name that Pacers players that they feel haven’t been talked about enough and are excited for. Kevin continues to plan how he can watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding.  1:58:58 - 2:04:06 Jake Query joins from Rally House today, and he previews his show as well as opportunities for fans to win gift cards.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:51 Kevin is still buzzing from last night’s Monday Night Football game. The first overtime win for Josh Allen came against the Rams. James is back from Pittsburgh and got a chance to catch up on some sleep and errands. The weather in Pittsburgh became a bit of a non-factor, despite what we were thinking going into last Sunday. Minimal cause for concern for Tyrese Haliburton tweaking his ankle during the Pacers’ first preseason game We’re still looking forward to seeing him in the new ABA jerseys later this season.  12:51 - 20:07 Morning Checkdown  20:07 - 42:10 The Ohio State matchup is very achievable for the Hoosiers. We’ve seen this team lose, but the Hoosiers defense will need to be on their best behavior. The Texans have made a move for Marvin Harrison Jr. Are we surprised the Colts didn’t pursue harder? They haven’t done much for their WR room aside from the late acquisition of Keenan Allen.  42:10 - 1:05:35 There will be many eyes on Indiana in the world of college football this weekend with Purdue playing on Friday and seeking their third consecutive Big Ten win, Ohio State vs IU in Bloomington, and Notre Dame vs BYU. Kevin revisits Curt Cignetti’s quote of how “Good teams find a way to win.” They discuss what this win could mean to the Hoosiers, but also what effects a loss could have. Cignetti spoke about Jeremiah Smith and called him a “Freak” and a “wild player.” Kevin faces a potential disaster this weekend, since he has to attend a wedding during Notre Dame’s game. Morning Checkdown.  1:05:35 - 1:22:48 Steven Godfrey from Yahoo Sports joins to give Kevin advice on his wedding and Saturday Night Football situation. He also provides some insight on the matchup between IU and Ohio State. He also says that he wants some chaos and wouldn’t mind Big Ten success to disappoint SEC fans. He also talks the Notre Dame and BYU matchup. Steven also gives his take on Arch Manning and is the criticism around him is justified.  1:22:48 - 1:24:51 We close out Hour 2 by debriefing the discussion of Indiana and their differences in playmaking compared to last season. Nick Marsh was truly impressive against Nebraska, proving it’s not just a Charlie Becker receiving room.  1:24:51 - 1:45:16 As we consider the problems that the Colts have dealt with this season, we need to give more attention to how Jonathan Taylor hasn’t been able to splash like he usually does. Part of it is due to Daniel Jones not producing on his end, so the run becomes more predictable and stoppable. The Titans aren’t relatively strong in any category, so a lopsided win shouldn’t be a reason to believe the Colts are back. More of attempting to find a way that Kevin can watch the Notre Dame game at the wedding. Morning Checkdown.  1:45:16 - 1:55:30 The Pacers’ new throwback uniforms are truly amazing. There are few opportunities left in the preseason for Tyrese Haliburton to get more reps with Ivica Zubac. He’s mentioned he hasn’t had this much space when playing alongside a big, but Zubac also can’t stretch the floor like Myles Turner did.  1:55:30 - 2:03:50 Jake Query joins to close out the show. He and the guys discuss who could be next in the Colts Ring of Honor. Kevin previews his conversation with Bob Sanders and how he could potentially be a candidate.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:36 There will be many eyes on Indiana in the world of college football this weekend with Purdue playing on Friday and seeking their third consecutive Big Ten win, Ohio State vs IU in Bloomington, and Notre Dame vs BYU. Kevin revisits Curt Cignetti’s quote of how “Good teams find a way to win.” They discuss what this win could mean to the Hoosiers, but also what effects a loss could have. Cignetti spoke about Jeremiah Smith and called him a “Freak” and a “wild player.” Kevin faces a potential disaster this weekend, since he has to attend a wedding during Notre Dame’s game.  16:36 – 33:19 Steven Godfrey from Yahoo Sports joins to give Kevin advice on his wedding and Saturday Night Football situation. He also provides some insight on the matchup between IU and Ohio State. He also says that he wants some chaos and wouldn’t mind Big Ten success to disappoint SEC fans. He also talks the Notre Dame and BYU matchup. Steven also gives his take on Arch Manning and is the criticism around him is justified.  33:19 - 49:04 As we consider the problems that the Colts have dealt with this season, we need to give more attention to how Jonathan Taylor hasn’t been able to splash like he usually does. Part of it is due to Daniel Jones not producing on his end, so the run becomes more predictable and stoppable. The Titans aren’t relatively strong in any category, so a lopsided win shouldn’t be a reason to believe the Colts are back. More of attempting to find a way that Kevin can watch the Notre Dame game at the wedding. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:01 The Colts lost 34-22 to the Steelers yesterday and continue their losing streak in Pittsburgh. Greg Rakestraw joins Kevin to guest host, as James is making his way back. Greg remarks that the Colts scoring six times in a game is amazing...except for when five of those scores come from your kicker. There was some great college football action on Saturday. Purdue even seems to have a pulse this season after pulling off a big win against Minnesota.  15:01 - 28:35 Morning Checkdown  28:35 - 44:20 Redzone struggles were the name of the game for the Colts as they couldn't get anything going on the run and couldn't put anything in the endzone. There were also problems with missed tackles throughout the game. Jaylen Warren couldn't be stopped from having a big game with a touchdown in the air (80-yards) and on the ground (50-yards). It's wild to accept that the Hoosiers have become the Chiefs-like team that will inevitably find their way to a win. They now face the possibility of being played out of the CFP depending on how the matchup goes with Ohio State. We also learn that Greg Rakestraw's TV debut in Indiana was for singing of all things.  44:20 - 1:11:20 Weather conditions were expected to be an issue going into yesterday's game against the Steelers but it ended up not being the case. Daniel Jones avoided turnovers, which has been one of the key conversations surrounding him. He was still not much of a factor in the loss. It has been a great season for Spencer Shrader considering he was fighting for a roster spot during training camp, but it does not fare well at all for the Colts as a whole. We look down the Colts schedule within the coming weeks and wonder if they'll matter. Greg Rakestraw breaks down his ultra-busy weekend and previews some high school football action. Morning Checkdown.  1:11:20 - 1:17:45 Kevin gives his Outlaw Light Cheers to the Game to Tyler Warren. It's well deserved as he was gritty throughout the game and was the only touchdown scorer.   1:17:45 - 1:27:48 We give out our GOATs of the Week.  1:27:48 - 1:57:39 James Boyd joins and breaks down what he saw at Acrisure Stadium yesterday. He tells us about the tone in the locker room after the loss. He said that players are not properly holding themselves accountable. This team also has not had a notable win in the Shane Steichen era. In Bloomington, this obviously isn't the same team from last year but they have still been strong going into Saturday's game against Ohio State. Morning Checkdown.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:43 – WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us and gets us ready for the high school football slate with Operation Football and discusses the fat head picture of him today, the Park Tudor energy this morning, the battle for Mr. Football, the tragedy at Yorktown, could the Colts be starting a rookie linebacker on Sunday?, CJ Allen confusion 21:44 – 31:06 - – Matt Weaver of Peegs joins us from the drop off line to preview IU/Nebraska, how big of a test will these be for the Hoosiers, how is Cignetti treating this game?, the latest on Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt, the hype and anticipation of IU/Ohio State next week 31:07 – 39:35 - Colts radio announcer voice Matt Taylor joins us and raves about the Tottenham Stadium last Sunday, knockoff t-shirts, Taylor’s Tidbits: Aaron Rodgers’ lack of 300-yard games, the historic struggles in Pittsburgh 39:36 – 47:54 - Caitlin Clark’s end of season press conference: her reaction to Kelsey Mitchell’s comments, is it best if the Fever get Mitchell back or use that money to re-tool the roster?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:58 – Sauce Gardner calls his effort against the Commanders “embarrassing”, but why did it happen in the first place?, big questions for Gardner, Pacers preseason opener thoughts, Rick Carlisle discusses where the team needs to improve, what do the Pacers need out of Zubac?, the Zubac/Sauce Gardner comparisons, Kevin’s gift card to his wife on her birthday went over like a fart in church 21:59 – 40:20 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us in-studio and discusses why he popped in, the big high school games this week, Brownsburg is at an elite level, Center Grove, New Pal, the MLS coming to Indy rumors are revving up again, MLS adopting FIFA calendar, Colts/Steelers, can Daniel Jones silence some critics if he plays a clean game on Sunday? 40:21 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and discusses the debate of the over/under, tonight’s Bucs/Cowboys plays, Degenerate special for CFB, Colts/Steelers plays for the weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Butler basketball head coach Ronald Nored joins us and discusses the Bulldogs getting ready for their preseason opener against Indiana, establishing the culture he wants to build, is his starting five set?, does he use any media projections for motivation, still getting on the court these days?, high school vs. portal, his coaching staff, his thoughts on Haliburton’s return tonight, his advice for Kevin doing the first serve at tonight’s Butler volleyball game, Lou Anarumo’s clarification on why CJ Allen hasn’t seen the field much, Pacers preseason opener thoughts & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:05– James is back and recaps his trip to London, we get his thoughts on the game and what’s going on with Daniel Jones and Sauce Gardner, the Falcons ran all over the Saints last night  14:06 – 21:04 – Morning Checkdown  21:05 – 42:21 – How much blame goes to the offensive line for Daniel Jones struggles, Kevin found Shane Steichen enlightening when discussing the team’s struggles despite a multi-score win, what’s up with Darius Slayton and CJ Allen?  42:22 – 1:02:08 – Colts/Marvin Harrison Jr. rumors, Kelsey Mitchell discusses how much outside noise there is being a member of the Fever, Morning Checkdown   1:02:09 – 1:07:48 -  Buckner’s impressive start to the season following neck surgery, IU-Nebraska this weekend  1:07:49 – 1:28:27 – Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner joins us and discusses adjusting on the trip to London, which nickname does he prefer: Buck Nasty or Uncle Buck, coming back from neck surgery, how he thinks he’s played through four games, running down Marcus Mariota, sticking around Indy despite the lack of postseason appearances, Grover Stewart’s kitchen sink wings, Buckner’s impact on the Colts, Kevin asks James about his gift card gift to Maddie for her birthday  1:28:28 – 1:52:09 – James describes the atmosphere in Tottenham’s stadium, what is going on with CJ Allen and not being able to get on the field?, Morning Checkdown   1:52:10 - 2:03:28 – Pacers TV voice Chris Denari joins us and discusses how many years this will be for him on the Pacers call, how he got his foot in the door for Pacers broadcasts, what to expect from the preseason opener, the DAZN partnership, Ivica Zubac  2:03:29 - 2:09:06 – The Crossover with Jake Query starts with the guys talking about big time college basketball games,  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.