Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-10:50) – Legendary voice of the Indiana Hoosiers in Don Fischer to give his take on IU’s road loss to Penn State yesterday, where was Miller Kopp and Parker Stewart yesterday, and how the Hoosiers are lacking a player that can create his own shot.

 (10:50-36:37) – The second hour of the Dan Dakich Show begins just like every Monday with Sean Salisbury joining to give his break down of the Colts/Raiders game, how Derek Carr is a great quarterback that doesn’t give a lot of love nationally, and details the monster season that Joe Burrow has put together.

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(00:00-25:15) – The final show of 2021 begins with Dan BACK IN STUDIO as he looks back at yet another Pacers loss, this time at the hands of the Charlotte Hornets. Also we discuss last night’s episode of Hard Knocks: In-Season with the Indianapolis Colts. Later, Dan and show producer Jimmy Cook discuss an ESPN First Take topic on Mahomes vs Burrow and how ludicrous it is to compare the two.        

(25:16-32:59) – The talented Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins the program to preview both College Football Playoff Semi-Finals and what storylines he’s following for Michigan-Georgia and Alabama-Cincinnati.    

(33:00-46:49) – We close out hour number one by discussing the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, whether we’d be okay with a Gatorade bath of Mayo, and if we would do a shot of mayo and whiskey. Plus, a look ahead to the rest of today’s show.

(46:50-1:08:22) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor drops by to look back at the Colts huge road win over the Arizona Cardinals. MayTay also talks on what it’s like to have his calls featured heavily in HBO’s Hard Knocks. Plus, Matt looks ahead to Sunday’s game against the Raiders and talks on how updated Covid-19 protocols have helped the Colts and the league as a whole. Also, Matt and Dan examine the Colts playoff positioning and what the rest of the regular season holds.

(1:08:23-1:28:24) – We’re back from break as WIBC’s Jason Hammer of Hammer and Nigel stops by to hand out his best bets for the College Football Playoff Semi-Finals and other bowls taking place over the next few days. Plus, some bets for the NFL slate this weekend including Colts-Raiders.    

(1:28:25-1:37:21) – Dan hands out some more bets he likes and reminds folks about the epic that is DANUARY, a time for Dan’s to get better in all ways of life.

(1:37:22-2:04:12) – Our pal Jason Benetti joins the program to recap Oklahoma-Oregon in the Holiday Bowl last night, which he was on the call for. Plus, we bring Benetti into the fray on the mayo shot debate from earlier in the show and later ponder what Indiana is most known for. Also, Jason gives his thoughts on the Indiana Pacers.   

(2:04:13-2:14:39) – It’s time for Dan vs Fan, or should I say Dan vs STAN as listener Stan joins the program to try and end Dan’s long winning streak.

(2:14:40-2:26:53) –The final show of the year ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan hands out some more bets and shares his final thoughts for 2021.

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-11:57) – The talented Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins the program to preview both College Football Playoff Semi-Finals and what storylines he’s following for Michigan-Georgia and Alabama-Cincinnati.    

(11:58-32:42 – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor drops by to look back at the Colts huge road win over the Arizona Cardinals. MayTay also talks on what it’s like to have his calls featured heavily in HBO’s Hard Knocks. Plus, Matt looks ahead to Sunday’s game against the Raiders and talks on how updated Covid-19 protocols have helped the Colts and the league as a whole. Also, Matt and Dan examine the Colts playoff positioning and what the rest of the regular season holds.

(32:43-59:21) – Our pal Jason Benetti of ESPN joins the program to recap Oklahoma-Oregon in the Holiday Bowl last night, which he was on the call for. Plus, we bring Benetti into the fray on the mayo shot debate from earlier in the show and later ponder what Indiana is most known for. Also, Jason gives his thoughts on the Indiana Pacers.   

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(00:00-24:14) – Wednesday’s edition of The Dan Dakich Show begins with Dan remembering the life of NFL legend John Madden who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 85. Although Dan never met John, he was one of DD’s broadcasting idols especially because of his love for the game. Plus, Dan updates on the Carson Wentz situation amid the NFL’s updates to its Covid-19 protocol. Later, Dan looks ahead to Pacers-Hornets tonight.      

(24:15-37:14) – Longtime friend of Double D, Roger Wallace of the Texas Longhorns Radio Network joins the program to share what Colts fans can expect from Sam Ehlinger should he need to start against the Raiders this Sunday.    

(37:15-45:41) – Dan reveals that he has made January DANUARY, a month for all Dan’s to get better (weight loss, exercise, good eating habits). Plus, a look ahead to the rest of today’s show.  

(45:42-1:09:02) – The sports world lost an icon with the passing of NFL legend John Madden yesterday. Our friend Eddie White knew Madden and takes some time to share his favorite stories and moments from the hall of famer. Eddie also goes over why he feels nobody impacted the game of football more than Madden.

(1:09:03-1:28:32) – The great Kent Sterling stops by the program to shares his thoughts on Carson Wentz’s status for Sunday against the Raiders and the direction of the team with two weeks left to go in the regular season. Plus, Kent reacts to Dan’s bet that the Colts are going to the Super Bowl. Later, Kent and Dan chat on the NFL’s year round model and the attempts of the NBA to replicate it.  

(1:28:33-1:31:52) – Dan ends the second hour of the show by hyping up Danuary, a month for all Dan’s to be better Dans.

(1:31:53-1:56:00) – Our pal Seth Greenberg of ESPN share his favorite conferences in college hoops through this first stretch of the season. Seth highlights some teams that have really stood out to him so far. Later, Seth evaluates the Purdue Boilermakers and shares if he thinks anybody in the country can challenge them.  

(1:56:01-2:10:33) – We return from commercials with Dan looking at tonight’s Pacers game as the Charlotte Hornets come into town. Dan shares if there’s anything he likes to bet on in the game.       

(2:10:34-2:19:46) – Wednesday’s show ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan talks more on Danuary and goes over some slogan options for this epic lifestyle.  

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-10:35) – Longtime friend of Double D, Roger Wallace of the Texas Longhorns Radio Network joins the program to share what Colts fans can expect from Sam Ehlinger should he need to start against the Raiders this Sunday.    

(10:36-33:32) – The sports world lost an icon with the passing of NFL legend John Madden yesterday. Our friend Eddie White knew Madden and takes some time to share his favorite stories and moments about the hall of famer. Eddie also goes over why he feels nobody impacted the game of football more than Madden.

(33:33-53:50) – Our pal Seth Greenberg of ESPN share his favorite conferences in college hoops through this first stretch of the season. Seth highlights some teams that have really stood out to him so far. Later, Seth evaluates the Purdue Boilermakers and shares if he thinks anybody in the country can challenge them.  

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(00:00-24:36) – It’s a Tuesday on The Dan Dakich Show as Dan talks on Monday Night Football last night and whether Colts fans would rather have Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa over Carson Wentz. Plus, Dan and show producer Jimmy Cook go further Around the NFL. Also, Dan looks back at some of the top sports moments in the State of Indiana in 2021.     

(24:37-34:00) – We return from break as Dan looks up and down the Raiders roster and examines what they bring to the table against the Colts on Sunday.   

(34:01-44:30) – Dan shares a shocking stat about Notre Dame football QBs in the NFL and looking back at schools that have struggled putting out successful players on offense.    

(44:31-1:06:21) – The talented Fran Fraschilla of ESPN joins the program to share his thoughts on the impact of Covid-19 on college basketball. Also, Fran takes us around college basketball and shares which conferences he is really high on this season. Plus, Fran shares his thoughts on what he’s seen from Purdue basketball this year.     

(1:06:22-1:27:12) – We receive breaking news as Carson Wentz has been placed on the Covid-19 IR list and, as it stands right now, would be out Sunday against the Raiders. Later, It’s time for Dan vs Fan results following last night’s epic tiebreaker for Monday Night Football. We learn if Dan’s winning streak will continue or if listener Sean Black has pulled of the upset.

(1:27:13-1:37:20) – The second hour of the show ends with Dan evaluating further what he thinks about the Colts prospects at quarterback amid the news that Carson Wentz is on the Covid-19 list and potentially out on Sunday against the Raiders.

(1:37:21-2:00:35) – The Dean Mike Chappell of Fox 59 and CBS 4 drops by to tell us all we need to know on Carson Wentz being placed on the Covid -19 Injured List and if there’s any chance the NFL could modify their protocol this week in a manner that might allow Wentz to play. Plus, Chappy evaluates the chances of the Colts against the Raiders without Carson Wentz. Also, Chappy goes over other Colts that will be, as of now, unavailable to play on Sunday.

(2:00:36-2:15:14) – We return from break with Dan continuing to evaluate the ripple effects of Carson Wentz potentially being out on Sunday against the Raiders.      

(2:15:15-2:22:53) – Tuesday’s show ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan talks more on Carson Wentz’s status for Sunday’s game against the Raiders after ending up in the Covid-19 protocol.

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-18:43) – The talented Fran Fraschilla of ESPN joins the program to share his thoughts on the impact of Covid-19 on college basketball. Also, Fran takes us around college basketball and shares which conferences he is really high on this season. Plus, Fran shares his thoughts on what he’s seen from Purdue basketball this year.  

(18:44-38:31) – The Dean Mike Chappell of Fox 59 and CBS 4 drops by to tell us all we need to know on Carson Wentz being placed on the Covid -19 Injured List and if there’s any chance the NFL could modify their protocol this week in a manner that might allow Wentz to play. Plus, Chappy evaluates the chances of the Colts winning against the Raiders without Carson Wentz. Also, Chappy goes over other Colts that will, as of right now, be unavailable to play on Sunday.

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(00:00-22:58) – Dan opens the show on a Monday by reflecting on the Colts big time road victory against the Arizona Cardinals on Christmas. Dan also chats on a question asked of Bill Belichick by a reporter following their loss to the Bills. Plus, Dan looks at where the Colts are one of the best teams in the AFC.       

(22:59-34:27) – The voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer stops by to discuss where he feels Indiana basketball is right now and if IU has been impacted at all by Covid-19 protocols so far. Also, Don shares with us who won the annual Fischer family pool tournament. Don also shares how he feels about this iteration of the Hoosiers and what his biggest complaint is with the team.  

(34:28-43:45) – Dan reflects more on the Colts and examines how Carson Wentz delivered when it matter most against the Cardinals yesterday.  

(43:46-1:15:31) – Our friend Sean Salisbury stops by to give his take on the Colts victory over the Arizona Cardinals and share how far he thinks the Colts can go. Also, Sean goes over where the Colts rank among the AFC’s best and gives the biggest difference maker for a deep Colts run. Plus, Sean evaluates some of the other contenders around the NFL including the Kansas City Chiefs, the Green Bay Packers, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Cincinnati Bengals.   

(1:15:32-1:21:54) – It’s time for Dan vs Fan results and oh boy we have ANOTHER TIE! The third straight week Dan vs Fan has to go to Overtime as DD and Sean Black make their selections for Dolphins-Saints tonight.      

(1:21:55-1:32:16) – The second hour of the show ends with Dan interacting with the YouTube chat and looking ahead to the rest of today’s show.

(1:32:17-1:57:53) – Dan continues to evaluate how good the Colts are and chats with show producer Jimmy Cook on where they would rank the Colts today in the AFC. Plus, more on Cardinals-Colts from this past weekend.  

(1:57:54-2:11:11) – We return from break with Dan looking further at this Colts roster and what he feels the keys are to a deep run in the playoffs. Also, Dan talks on the impact of Covid-19 and college sports.     

(2:11:12-2:22:53) – Friday’s show ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan gives out his favorite bets for today’s slate and shares a story on his in adventures in Naples and why encased meats are important. Plus, a look at the state of the Indiana Pacers.   

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-11:00) – The voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer stops by to discuss where he feels Indiana basketball is right now and if IU has been impacted at all by Covid-19 protocols so far. Also, Don shares with us who won the annual Fischer family pool tournament. Don also shares how he feels about this iteration of the Hoosiers and what his biggest complaint is with the team.  

(11:01-42:23) – Our friend Sean Salisbury stops by to give his take on the Colts victory over the Arizona Cardinals and share how far he thinks the Colts can go. Also, Sean goes over where the Colts rank among the AFC’s best and gives the biggest difference maker for a deep Colts run. Plus, Sean evaluates some of the other contenders around the NFL including the Kansas City Chiefs, the Green Bay Packers, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Cincinnati Bengals.   

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(00:00-25:59) – The final show before Chirstmas begins with Dan giving show producer Jimmy Cook a couple of gun to head questions on sports bets tonight. Dan also reflects on Army’s win over Missouri last night. Additionally, Dan shares his thoughts on Colts-Cardinals this weekend and goes over the MVP conversation        

(26:00-34:41) – The phone lines are open as callers weigh in on the MVP race and give their thoughts on Colts-Cards.

(34:42-41:38) – The first hour of the show concludes with more callers joining the program to talk Colts-Cardinals and make the case for Jonathan Taylor to win MVP.

(41:39-1:01:13) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor drops by to give us his thoughts on the atmosphere around the Colts following their dominant win over the New England Patriots. Also, Matt give his final thoughts and keys for the Colts ahead of Saturday’s primetime matchup in Arizona on Christmas Day. Plus, Matt weighs in on the MVP conversation and gives a Colts perspective of the dominance of Jonathan Taylor.

(1:01:14-1:15:55) – Alan Cashman of TheCashmanWins.com stops by to hand out his best bets for the Holiday weekend and even shares some bowl bets for next week.     

(1:15:56-1:22:44) – The second hour of the show ends with Dan interacting with the YouTube chat and looking ahead to the rest of today’s show.

(1:22:45-1:48:54) – Our pal Jason Benetti previews his upcoming broadcast live from Hawaii for the Hawaii Bowl between Memphis and Hawaii. Plus, the usually Dan and Benetti antics occur as Benetti ponders what the messaging would look like on a Sliver Alert for Dan. Plus, Benetti asks you the listeners to participate by using the Hashtag #DakichSilverAlert and share what you feel the message would be if Dan went missing.

(1:48:55-1:56:24) – It’s time for Dan vs Fan as Dan tries to keep rolling with his winning streak against the listeners. This time it’s YouTube Chat El Presidente Sean Black who looks to whoop some ass and knock off Dan.   

(1:56:25-2:04:59) – Thursday’s show ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan hands out his best bets and gives his keys to a Colts win over the Cardinals on Saturday.     

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