00:00 - 30:29 - Mike Chappell of FOX59 and CBS4 joins to discuss the Colts not trading Taylor, and Chris Ballard’s comments on the situation. Mike and John talk about if Taylor is staging a hold in, or if he actually is still dealing with the effects of his ankle injury. They also get into what might have been the flashpoint for this situation. 

30:30 - 54:43 - Nate Atkins of the Indianapolis Star joins the show to give his thoughts on Chris Ballard’s comments to the media yesterday concerning Jonathan Taylor. Nate talks about how important Taylor is for the development of Anthony Richardson. They also discuss who has more pull in the situation, Irsay or Ballard? Nate and John look at the state of the offensive roster, especially wide receiver, and what changes might be made. 

54:44 - 1:08:59 - Tom Dienhart from Gold and Black Illustrated joins the show as Purdue gets ready to kick off its footballs season on Saturday! Tom and John talk about what they expect to see from Fresno State in the Boilermakers opener. They also look ahead through Purdue’s season, and talk about which games stand out as ones they want to see. 

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