Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-22:31) – Dan opens Monday’s show by sharing his thoughts on the Colts preseason win over the Carolina Panthers and looking at the individual performances from Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. Dan also talks on the struggles of the left tackle position without Eric Fisher and other miscues he saw in the preseason opener. Listeners also call in sharing their thoughts on play of the Colts yesterday.   

(22:32-47:49) – Our friend Sean Salisbury stops by to share his thoughts on the Colts win over Carolina to open the preseason and the play of Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. Sean takes a deep dive on both Ehlinger and Eason as they overcame adversity in yesterday’s win. Additionally, Sean looks at how the two QBs appear to be handling the pressure in front of them. 

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(00:00-23:29) – The final show of the week starts with Dan sharing the coolest thing he saw yesterday, the City League Basketball Final here in Indianapolis. Dan also shares the dumbest thing that he saw yesterday involving a story on the Colts young quarterbacks. Plus, Dan looks at why phony leadership is easily identified and never works. Dan also asks the audience to help a young girl battling cancer at Riley Children’s Hospital.  

(23:30-34:34) – The talented Jason Hammer of WIBC’s Hammer and Nigel joins the show to share his best bets for the sports weekend, including guidance on the NFL preseason. Plus, Dan asks Hammer if he should bet against their beloved Cubs the rest of the season and if he would make a profit.

(34:35-40:38) – To close hour number one Dan asks Jason Hammer if the Pacers and Colts have put forth an interesting team in their offseason. Dan and Jason later continue to express their frustrations with the direction of the Chicago Cubs.        

(40:39-1:00:47) – Our pal the great Uwe Blab stops by to weigh in on an discussion Dan had with a somebody who enter his house the other day. Uwe also shares whether he could ever envision a time that he would have transferred to Purdue. Uwe also tells us about his current methodology for making the perfect Margarita.  

(1:00:48-1:11:49) – The lovely Leigh Ross-Dakich stops by to share some stories a crazy story from her day around the city.         

(1:11:50-1:19:37) – Dan takes a deep look at the Colts quarterback competition and what he will be keeping an eye on in the Colts first preseason game this weekend.

(1:19:38-1:41:49) – The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, and new host of The Fan Morning Show, stops by to share what he learned from the Colts joint practices with the Carolina Panthers. KB also talks on the injuries to a number of different positions heading into the team’s first preseason game against the Panthers this weekend. Plus, Kevin shares his thoughts on the quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. 

(1:41:50-1:54:57) – Dan talks on how the only thing that matters in this quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger is what Coach Reich sees through this preseason.                

(1:54:58-2:00:20) – The week ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, some chatter on last night’s Field of Dreams game in Iowa. Later, Dan again asks listeners to help a 5 year old girl who is fighting for her life over at Riley Children’s Hospital.

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 (00:00-17:06) – The talented Jason Hammer of WIBC’s Hammer and Nigel joins the show to share his best bets for the sports weekend, including guidance on the NFL preseason. Plus, Dan asks Hammer if he should bet against their beloved Cubs the rest of the season and if he would make a profit. Also, Dan asks Jason Hammer if the Pacers and Colts have put forth an interesting team in their offseason. Later, Dan and Jason later continue to express their frustrations with the direction of the Chicago Cubs.         

(17:07-36:45) – Our pal the great Uwe Blab stops by to weigh in on an discussion Dan had with a somebody who enter his house the other day. Uwe also shares whether he could ever envision a time that he would have transferred to Purdue. Uwe also tells us about his current methodology for making the perfect Margarita.  

 (36:46-55:39) – The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, and new host of The Fan Morning Show, stops by to share what he learned from the Colts joint practices with the Carolina Panthers. KB also talks on the injuries to a number of different positions heading into the team’s first preseason game against the Panthers this weekend. Plus, Kevin shares his thoughts on the quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. 

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(00:00-15:50) – The always insightful Joe Reitz of the Colts Radio Network joins the show to discuss the development of Sam Ehlinger moving up to split reps with Jacob Eason. Additionally, Dan asks Joe about the mentality of the offensive line and whether Colts fans should be concerned about that group as a whole due to injuries. Plus, a look ahead to the Colts first joint practice with the Panthers and their subsequent preseason game against Carolina this weekend.  

(15:51-31:15) – The play by play voice of the Arizona Cardinals Dave Pasch joins the program to chat on the expectations for the team this season and why he feels they won’t be a bad team. Pasch also talks on Larry Fitzgerald’s future in the NFL, the job security of Cardinals head coach Kilff Kingsbury and how head coaches obtain job security in the NFL. Plus, a look at the expectations for 3rd year rising star QB Kyler Murray.         

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(00:00-24:35) – Wednesday’s show begins with reactions to the Colts giving extensions to Frank Reich and Chris Ballard. Also, Dan looks at reports that Carson Wentz is trending towards a return for the team’s season opener against the Seahawks. Plus, we play some audio from Colts camp and read some emails from listeners on the Colts.             

(24:36-32:30) – Dan expresses his frustrations with the Cubs dumping everything and deciding to act like a small market team. Dan also talks on why they are operating without a plan and decimated their roster at the deadline.

(32:31-38:15) – The Fan’s own Brendan King drops by to share reasons for Dan to be hopeful for the future of the Cubs, though some bad years are to be expected first.    

(38:16-1:04:48) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor stops by and shares the latest on Carson Wentz, Kwity Paye, Quenton Nelson and other injured Colts. Additionally, Matt and Dan look at other ways the Colts can win football games if they are indeed forced to open the season without Carson Wentz.

(1:04:49-1:15:49) – We return from break with Dan talking about a new source he found for the best local eats around Central Indiana. Dan also hands out some congratulations to Frank Reich and Chris Ballard.      

(1:15:50-1:19:41) – Hour number two concludes with Dan interacting with listeners on YouTube and looking more at the long term plan of the Colts.         

(1:19:42-1:41:17) – The final hour of the show beings with Joe Person, Carolina Panthers beat writer for The Athletic, stopping by to take us through the Panthers’ offseason. Most notably, Joe shares how the fan base reacted to the team acquiring Sam Darnold and where expectations are moving forward. Joe also talks on Christian McCaffrey and the weapons Carolina has put around Darnold.        

(1:41:18-1:55:34) – There’s a sprinkle of baseball talk as Dan and Jimmy talk Field of Dreams game and we get an update on a bet on the Yankees Jimmy placed. Dan also discusses things he’s gone through throughout his life, including mental health and how it’s made him a better person. Later, some chatting on Lionel Messi going to PSG and more on the Colts extending Reich and Ballard.             

(1:55:35-2:00:22) – Wednesday’s show ends with Dan sharing the results from today’s Indiana Grand Racing and Casino Race of the Day. Dan also asks show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, some more thoughts on the Colts and the state of the franchise.

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(00:00-15:05) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor stops by and shares the latest on Carson Wentz, Kwity Paye, Quenton Nelson and other injured Colts. Additionally, Matt and Dan look at other ways the Colts can win football games if they are indeed forced to open the season without Carson Wentz.

(15:06-33:44) – Joe Person, Carolina Panthers beat writer for The Athletic, joins the show to take us through the Panthers’ offseason. Most notably, Joe shares how the fan base reacted to the team acquiring Sam Darnold and where expectations are moving forward. Joe also talks on Christian McCaffrey and the weapons Carolina has put around Darnold.        

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(00:00-21:06) – We open the show on a Tuesday with Dan reminding the audience that we told you Darius Leonard would likely return to Colts practice after his contract was completed. Sure enough, the maniac was out practicing today at Colts camp. Dan also remembers the life of legendary racing announcer and Indiana native Bob Jenkins who passed away at the age of 73. Plus, Dan interacts with fans on the YouTube chat about the Colts and Darius Leonard.      

(21:07-45:43) – The talented Kirk Herbstreit of ESPN joins the program to take us through his memoir Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays. Kirk shares the struggles he had growing up, how football changed his life, and how he’s balanced being a father through it all. Later, Dan and Krik share stories about how they adjusted schedules to be able to see their kids play youth sports.

(45:45-1:02:53) – The second hour of the show begins with Dan looking further at the injuries to the Colts and whether or not it’s wise to have so much money tied up in a Guard and a Linebacker in Quenton Nelson and Darius Leonard.      

(1:02:54-1:16:30) – The Dean Mike Chappell of Fox 59 and CBS 4 stops by to discuss Quenton Nelson and Darius Leonard getting PAID by the Colts and whether or not it’s smart having that much money tied up. Dan and Chappy also look at the Colts quarterback situation and how reliable Jacob Eason and/or Sam Ehlinger could be while waiting for Carson Wentz to recover.      

(1:16:31-1:20:21) – Dan reviews a few comments on Twitter and also looks at what the YouTube chat has to offer today. Plus, some brief comments on the Colts injuries and IU football.      

(1:20:22-1:45:26) – We come back with a visit from Brendan King who shares what he’s seen at Colts camp far and how he feels about the quarterback position. Plus, Mike Dussault of Patriots.com joins to continue our Behind Enemy Lines series and gives the rundown of the expectations for the Pats an the QB competition between Mac Jones and Cam Newton. Plus, some news on the Colts quarterback situation changing in how first team reps are divided.       

(1:45:27-1:56:42) – We take a look at some of the Colts contracts currently on the books, including the specifics of Carson Wentz’s contacts. Plus, Dan shares how he looks at this Colts team as things currently stand.    

(1:56:43-2:00:22) – Tuesday’s show closes with Dan sharing the results from today’s Indiana Grand Racing and Casino Race of the Day. Dan also asks show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day.

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-20:58) – The talented Kirk Herbstreit of ESPN joins the program to take us through his memoir Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays. Kirk shares the struggles he had growing up, how football changed his life, and how he’s balanced being a father through it all. Later, Dan and Kirk share stories about how they adjusted schedules to be able to see their kids play youth sports.

(20:59-33:44) – The Dean Mike Chappell of Fox 59 and CBS 4 stops by to discuss Quenton Nelson and Darius Leonard getting PAID by the Colts and whether or not it’s smart having that much money tied up. Dan and Chappy also look at the Colts quarterback situation and how reliable Jacob Eason and/or Sam Ehlinger could be while waiting for Carson Wentz to recover.      

 (33:45-42:06) – Mike Dussault of Patriots.com joins to continue our Behind Enemy Lines series and gives the rundown of the expectations for the Pats and the QB competition between Mac Jones and Cam Newton.

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(00:00-25:10) – The week begins with Dan back in the captain’s chair sharing his thoughts on the Darius Leonard contract extension, the hall of fame speeches of Edgerrin James and Peyton Manning, and the state of the Colts as a fresh week of camp begins. Some samples of the hall of fame speeches from James and Manning are played (courtesy of ESPN).          

(25:11-37:08) – We return from break with a look at the over/under win totals for the Colts and discuss how the Colts have looked at camp with The Fan’s own Brendan King and show producer Jimmy Cook.      

(37:09-39:08) – Hour number one concludes with Dan, Jimmy and Brendan briefly discussing more on Week 1 in the NFL and the Colts compared to other rosters.  

(39:09-1:05:06) – Our guy Sean Salisbury stops by to take us through the quarterback situation in Indianapolis and whether or not pride might finally show up for the Colts in their Week 1 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Sean also looks at Texans-Jaguars Week 1 and gives us an update on the Deshaun Watson situation in Houston. Later, Sean examine the state of the Tennessee Titans and how they are positioned in the AFC South.  

(1:05:07-1:18:17) – Dan comes back from break to talk on the success of Miami Heat guard Duncan Robinson who just got PAID by Miami this offseason. Dan also talks on the Deshaun Watson situation in Houston and interacts with the fans on the YouTube chat.      

(1:18:18-1:21:22) – The second hour closes with Dan addressing what’s wrong currently with the city of Indianapolis and rising gun violence in the Circle City.   

(1:21:23-1:42:12) – The Fan’s own Big Joe Staysniak of The Fan Morning Show drops by to discuss Peyton Manning’s career and his hall of fame induction over the weekend. Big Joe also evaluates the injuries along the offensive line and shares his thoughts on Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. Later, Big Joe chats with Dan on the Darius Leonard extension and the timetables for Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson.     

(1:42:13-1:54:28) – Dan talks more on the state of Downtown Indianapolis and callers express their fears with the direction of the city.   

(1:54:29-2:00:13) – Monday’s show closes with Dan sharing the results from today’s Indiana Grand Racing and Casino Race of the Day. Dan also asks show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, a look back at the weekend that was and other bets available this evening.

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Today’s Best of Features:

(00:00-26:04) - Sean Salisbury and Dan look at the Colts game against the Texans. They break down their thoughts on the Texans choosing to go Shotgun on the goal line. They also break down the Jets loss to the Raiders and the final play of that game. Later, Dan asks the question of are the Browns better without Odell and has Baker Mayfield arrived?

(26:05-48:53) - Big Joe Staysniak goes in depth on the Colts running back situation and the short yardage offense on third and fourth down. He also speaks on TY Hilton and his continued success against the Texans. Big Joe also looks at IU’s chances of making it to the Big Ten Championship and the possibilities for Ohio State to play that same weekend.

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