The Fan Morning Show

00:00 – 13:15 – The Pacers played their first preseason game last night, Jets fire Robert Saleh, Hurricane Milton and Florida, notes from the Pacers game 13:16 – 20:09 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 20:10 – 44:11 – Gus Bradley says the defense needs to play tighter coverage going forward, how critical is Sunday’s game for Gus Bradley’s defense, James Wiseman and the Pacers preseason opener 44:12 – 1:08:18– ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and weighs in on his home state of Florida and Hurricane Milton, the most disappointing part of the Colts to this point in his eyes, is Gus Bradley’s defensive philosophy the same as Chris Ballard’s?, gut feels on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, is Joe Flacco “too good” of a backup QB, Alec Pierce and what he brings to the Colts, Morning Checkdown 1:08:19 – 1:18:07 – Anthony Richardson’s status this week for the Titans game, Will Carroll’s note about AR’s oblique injury from last week, frustrations mounting with his availability?, does the talk of him being injury prone get AR fired up? 1:18:08 – 1:28:53 – Colts “legend” Colt Anderson, who was part of the infamous fake punt, is on the Titans coaching staff, Bill Belichick says the Colts piped in crowd noise at the RCA Dome and Jim Irsay responds, would Belichick take the Jets job, Robert Saleh and his job opportunities into next season, 1:28:54 – 1:56:27 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the Pacers preseason opener, Isiah Jackson/James Wiseman roles this season, what would be considered solid defensive improvement?, Tyrese Haliburton’s Puma shoe deal, Fever re-introduce Kelly Krauskopf, Fever off-season priorities, Colts secondary going forward, Andy proposes a fake trade involving Mo Alie Cox and a Raiders running back, Morning Checkdown 1:56:28 – 2:07:14 – The college football slate this weekend, we play I GOTTA KNOW: a season prediction do-over for the Colts season 2:07:15 – 2:18:04 - POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:58 – Gus Bradley says the defense needs to play tighter coverage going forward, how critical is Sunday’s game for Gus Bradley’s defense, James Wiseman and the Pacers preseason opener 23:59 – 38:47 - ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and weighs in on his home state of Florida and Hurricane Milton, the most disappointing part of the Colts to this point in his eyes, is Gus Bradley’s defensive philosophy the same as Chris Ballard’s?, gut feels on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, is Joe Flacco “too good” of a backup QB 38:48 – 46:51 – We play I GOTTA KNOW: Colts season prediction re-do edition 46:52 – 1:00:42 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the Pacers preseason opener, Isiah Jackson/James Wiseman roles this season, what would be considered solid defensive improvement?, Tyrese Haliburton’s Puma shoe deal, Fever re-introduce Kelly Krauskopf, Fever off-season prioritiesSupport 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 us and has a request out of the gate, who has had noticeable improvement in the off-season, the more physical play he talked about last week, defensive strides from last season?, his piano playing history, the last time he played in front of a crowd, how many minutes for the starters tonight & mrore! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:30 – The Pacers preseason starts tonight, an exciting MLB playoffs, Chiefs win again on MNF, Colts waive Dallis Flowers, the Colts secondary is shockingly an issue 16:31 – 22:14 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 7:45 – 32:20– Tyrone Tracy might be a fantasy football stash, Andy was taking grenades on Twitter after the show with his Flacco thoughts, callers weigh in on Anthony Richardson and the coaching staff 32:21 – 1:01:13 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and has a request out of the gate, who has had noticeable improvement in the off-season, the more physical play he talked about last week, defensive strides from last season?, his piano playing history, the last time he played in front of a crowd, how many minutes for the starters tonight, Morning Checkdown 1:01:14 – 1:12:34 – Colts currently have two open roster spots, Kevin says Jim Irsay should be calling Chris Ballard into his office this week 1:12:35 – 1:21:46 – College football talk: the top 11 losses last weekend, Ryan Walters buyout 1:21:47 – 1:51:16 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and discusses his Brewers getting bounced from the playoffs, the worst losses of our sports fandom, the Colts waiving Dallis Flowers and how damning it is on the front office, who would make a call on Gus Bradley: Shane Steichen or Chris Ballard?, winning games vs. development for Anthony Richardson, Good Jimmy calls in and is sick over the Colts defense, Paul Rudd going through it during the Manning cast, Morning Checkdown 1:51:17 – 1:57:31 – Andy’s Misery Index 1:57:32 – 2:07:19 – POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 9:59 - Tyrone Tracy might be a fantasy football stash, Andy was taking grenades on Twitter after the show with his Flacco thoughts, callers weigh in on Anthony Richardson and the coaching staff 10:00 – 29:36 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and has a request out of the gate, who has had noticeable improvement in the off-season, the more physical play he talked about last week, defensive strides from last season?, his piano playing history, the last time he played in front of a crowd, how many minutes for the starters tonight 29:37 – 55:35 - IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and discusses his Brewers getting bounced from the playoffs, the worst losses of our sports fandom, the Colts waiving Dallis Flowers and how damning it is on the front office, who would make a call on Gus Bradley: Shane Steichen or Chris Ballard?, winning games vs. development for Anthony Richardson, Good Jimmy calls in and is sick over the Colts defense, Paul Rudd going through it during the Manning castSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:31 – Believe it or not but the Colts lose in Jacksonville again and the streak continues…Trevor Lawrence has a career-high, the Colts defense gets torched again, the Colts atrocious AFC South record as of late, Will Fries’ horrific injury required immediate surgery in Jacksonville 17:32 – 26:24 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 26:25 – 42:44 – Would Anthony Richardson made any difference in yesterday’s result?, Joe Flacco vs. Anthony Richardson, how much longer of a leash does AR have when guys like Flacco are making the offense run more efficiently 42:45 – 1:13:20 – Another therapy session after the Colts lose to the Jaguars, what’s wrong with AD Mitchell and why is he making “business decisions”, Shane Steichen not going for two, we take callers about yesterday’s loss: AR concern?, why was Gus Bradley brought back, Trevor Lawrence’s big game, Morning Checkdown 1:13:21 – 1:20:40 – More callers about the Colts after their loss to the Jaguars 1:20:41 – 1:31:15 – Alec Pierce’s huge fourth quarter, GOATs of the Week 1:31:16 – 2:01:01 – Colts lose again as the streak against the Jaguars pushes to a decade, missed tackles, we take more callers to weigh in on the Colts latest loss to the Jaguars, Morning Checkdown 2:01:02 - 2:09:54 – Happy birthday to Maddie Bowen, POST-GAME HEADLINES, early Colts/Titans thoughts, is Sunday already a must-win to avoid an 0-3 division record 2:09:55 – 2:15:43 – Hurricane Milton is strengthening down in Florida, Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor’s status heading into the week, callers weigh in before we wrap the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:35 – Believe it or not but the Colts lose in Jacksonville again and the streak continues…Trevor Lawrence has a career-high, the Colts defense gets torched again, the Colts atrocious AFC South record as of late, Will Fries’ horrific injury required immediate surgery in Jacksonville 17:36 – 33:49 – Would Anthony Richardson made any difference in yesterday’s result?, Joe Flacco vs. Anthony Richardson, how much longer of a leash does AR have when guys like Flacco are making the offense run more efficiently 33:50 – 41:50 - GOATs of the Week 41:51 – 53:36 - We take more callers to weigh in on the Colts latest loss to the JaguarsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:56 – What a night for sports! Mets stun the Brewers in do or die Game 3, Falcons win an OT thriller against the Bucs, Reds hire Terry Francona as manager, Kevin’s thoughts on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor’s status for Sunday, Caitlin Clark wins Rookie of the Year but it wasn’t unanimous, 14:57 – 22:05 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 22:06 – 42:33 – Kevin’s observations at Colts practice the last couple of days when it comes to Anthony Richardson’s “limited” status, why have the Jaguars dominated the Colts as of late, where is Doug Marrone, Big Ten Media Day: Matt Painter and the transfer portal, why does he hardly use it 42:34 – 1:07:41 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses last weekend’s sloppy weather, this week’s slate: Ben Davis/Carmel, Cathedral/Center Grove, the pairings show, Colts injury report and his confidence in Joe Flacco, is IU football going to make the 12-team playoffs?, Purdue firing OC Graham Harrell, IU’s playoff chances, scenarios for the Colts that could play out Sunday, Morning Checkdown 1:07:42 – 1:20:23 – Jacksonville Jaguars ESPN reporter Mike DiRocco joins us to discuss the Jaguars side of things heading into Sunday, Evan Engram’s status, the 0-4 start and why are they still without a win, Doug Pederson’s hot seat, how desperate are the Jaguars on Sunday, Trevor Lawrence’s struggles, his thoughts on the Colts, Brian Thomas’ rookie campaign 1:20:24 – 1:29:18 – We give our Colts/Jaguars prediction 1:29:29 – 1:58:16 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and talks about the Reds hiring Terry Francona, confidence in Joe Flacco, Taylor’s Tidbits, the weather report for Sunday, car issues, Bally Sports regarding the Pacers and baseball next season, Morning Checkdown 1:58:17 – 2:07:40 – A couple of notable news items, POP QUIZ 2:07:41 – 2:15:45 – An apple orchard/pumpkin patch Saturday with a less than appealing college football slate, Auburn reporter uses a weird quote to Hugh Freeze, final Colts/Jaguars thoughtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:30 – Kevin’s observations at Colts practice the last couple of days when it comes to Anthony Richardson’s “limited” status, why have the Jaguars dominated the Colts as of late, where is Doug Marrone, Big Ten Media Day: Matt Painter and the transfer portal, why does he hardly use it 20:31 – 32:42 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses last weekend’s sloppy weather, this week’s slate: Ben Davis/Carmel, Cathedral/Center Grove, the pairings show, Colts injury report and his confidence in Joe Flacco, is IU football going to make the 12-team playoffs?, Purdue firing OC Graham Harrell 32:43 – 42:29 – Jacksonville Jaguars ESPN reporter Mike DiRocco joins us to discuss the Jaguars side of things heading into Sunday, Evan Engram’s status, the 0-4 start and why are they still without a win, Doug Pederson’s hot seat, how desperate are the Jaguars on Sunday, Trevor Lawrence’s struggles, his thoughts on the Colts, Brian Thomas’ rookie campaign 42:30 – 50:14 – We give our Colts/Jaguars prediction 50:15 – 1:04:28 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and talks about the Reds hiring Terry Francona, confidence in Joe Flacco, Taylor’s Tidbits, the weather report for Sunday, car issues, Bally Sports regarding the Pacers and baseball next seasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:54 – What has more of our attention tonight: Bucs/Falcons or Game 3 of Mets/Brewers, the weather forecast looks sloppy on Sunday in Jacksonville, Colts were without six starters in practice yesterday, Anthony Richardson’s limited participation yesterday and his cloudy status for Sunday, the Colts weird losing streak against the Jaguars 11:55 – 20:01 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 20:02 – 41:32 – Shane Steicehn gets honest about the AR injury, we give away Billy Joel/Sting tickets, we lay on the couch for Colts/Jaguars losing streak talk, Pacers training camp 41:33 – 1:07:18 – EJ Speed is on the verge of setting an NFL record, Big Ten media poll has Purdue and IU atop the preseason poll, IU hoops jealousy of Purdue is how Purdue football fans should feel about IU football under Curt Cignetti, life without Zach Edey, we play I GOTTA KNOW: A Colts off-season do-over, do we hate the best of 3 MLB Wild Card like we do the WNBA playoffs, restaurant/franchise we’re making the most money at, what are we watching, Morning Checkdown 1:07:19 – 1:17:45 – What’s going on with AD Mithcell?, his lack of impact and not finishing routes, caller disputes the IU/Purdue conversation from earlier 1:17:46 – 1:28:58 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us and discusses his recent trip to New Orleans, Bennedict Mathurin/Jarace Walker in one-on-one match-ups, can Mathurin work his way into the rotation more frequently or crack the starting five, what six Fever players he would protect from an expansion draft 1:28:59 - 1:54:54– An important Thursday practice for the Colts today for Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, who is more important on Sunday: AR or JT?, WIBC’s John Herrick joins to discuss IU football’s hot start to the season, Northwestern’s temporary stadium on Lake Michigan, what’s most real about this IU football team, IU/Maryland from last weekend, Sound of the Day: the Colts struggles against the Jaguars and the AFC South in general, Morning Checkdown 1:54:55 = 2:05:54 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to give us some plays for the weekend but first berates Kevin for having phone issues last week, we get AI Kevin Bowen, the TNF game between Bucs/Falcons tonight, the first 9:30 kickoff game this Sunday, fading Purdue from here on out?, Tennessee/Arkansas this weekend 2:05:55 – 2:15:18 – POP QUIZ + we give away a second set of Billy Joel/Sting ticketsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:33 - Shane Steicehn gets honest about the AR injury, we give away Billy Joel/Sting tickets, we lay on the couch for Colts/Jaguars losing streak talk, Pacers training camp 21:34 – 32:03 – we play I GOTTA KNOW: A Colts off-season do-over, do we hate the best of 3 MLB Wild Card like we do the WNBA playoffs, restaurant/franchise we’re making the most money at, what are we watching 32:04 – 42:54 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us and discusses his recent trip to New Orleans, Bennedict Mathurin/Jarace Walker in one-on-one match-ups, can Mathurin work his way into the rotation more frequently or crack the starting five, what six Fever players he would protect from an expansion draft 42:55 – 53:43 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to give us some plays for the weekend but first berates Kevin for having phone issues last week, we get AI Kevin Bowen, the TNF game between Bucs/Falcons tonight, the first 9:30 kickoff game this Sunday, fading Purdue from here on out?, Tennessee/Arkansas this weekend 53:44 – 1:02:33 - WIBC’s John Herrick joins to discuss IU football’s hot start to the season, Northwestern’s temporary stadium on Lake Michigan, what’s most real about this IU football team, IU/Maryland from last weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:31 – It’s hoodie weather, Pacers first training camp practice, conference realignment, Colts put Tyquan Lewis on IR, Colts release kicker Spencer Shrader 15:32 – 24:04 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 24:05 – 42:25 – This is an apple orchard/pumpkin patch Saturday with a weak college football slate, will Anthony Richardson play on Sunday against the Jaguars?, should AR play if he’s not fully healthy, Colts growing injury report, a critical stretch for the Colts 42:26 – 1:08:52 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses what Anthony Richardson needs to show in practice to play on Sunday, Joe Flacco’s role in all of this, optimism for Jonathan Taylor on Sunday?, what to make of the Colts cutting Spencer Shrader and was it to help Matt Gay shake his struggles, Tyquan Lewis on IR, Morning Checkdown 1:08:53 – 1:21:00 – Pacers training camp thoughts, Ben Sheppard, Tyrese Haliburton reportedly puts on some muscle in the off-season, Andy has a dad dilemma 1:21:01 – 1:30:03– Steelers QB Justin Fields throws some flowers at Gus Bradley following their game, Big Ten/SEC want uneven revenue 1:30:04 – 1:57:24 – Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us to discuss what her off-season plans are, the Caitlin Clark hype train and how she can grow into next season, how the expansion draft will work in the WNBA, Kelsey Mitchell extension talks, biggest off-season priority, regular season expansion, will the first round of the playoffs be expanded?, the passing of Pete Rose, could Anthony Richardson have a limited practice week and still play on Sunday, at Jacksonville has been a house of horrors for the Colts for almost a decade, Morning Checkdown 1:57:25 – 2:04:52 – POP QUIZ 2:04:53 -2:16:20 - Butler Bulldogs football coach Mike Uremovich joins us on the Bulldogs hot start to the season, Ivy League players, playing Morehead State this weekend, why he wanted the coaching job at Butler, how the FCS playoffs work, final thoughts as we wrap the show: all eyes on Anthony Richardson today at Colts practiceSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:22 – This is an apple orchard/pumpkin patch Saturday with a weak college football slate, will Anthony Richardson play on Sunday against the Jaguars?, should AR play if he’s not fully healthy, Colts growing injury report, a critical stretch for the Colts 18:23 – 34:00 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses what Anthony Richardson needs to show in practice to play on Sunday, Joe Flacco’s role in all of this, optimism for Jonathan Taylor on Sunday?, what to make of the Colts cutting Spencer Shrader and was it to help Matt Gay shake his struggles, Tyquan Lewis on IR 34:01 – 53:26 – Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us to discuss what her off-season plans are, the Caitlin Clark hype train and how she can grow into next season, how the expansion draft will work in the WNBA, Kelsey Mitchell extension talks, biggest off-season priority, regular season expansion, will the first round of the playoffs be expanded?, the passing of Pete Rose 53:27 – 59:47 - Butler Bulldogs football coach Mike Uremovich joins us on the Bulldogs hot start to the season, Ivy League players, playing Morehead State this weekend, why he wanted the coaching job at Butler, how the FCS playoffs workSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:08 – The passings of Pete Rose and Dikembe Mutombo yesterday, Marc’s visit to the ER last night, latest on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, Shane Steichen’s lack of answers, Matt Gay’s struggles, notes from Pacers media day 21:09 – 29:26 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:27 – 41:26 – What’s up with Matt Gay? Would he be kicking on Sunday if he wasn’t making so much money?, Shane Steichen on Matt Gay’s struggles, the Jaguars are 2.5 point favorites against the Colts on Sunday, Madden ratings for Anthony Richardson and Joe Flacco 41:27 – 1:11:28 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses his visit to the Louisville/Notre Dame game, Pacers media day yesterday, Tyrese Haliburton’s defense, team building, players discussing their off-seasons, why does he think it will be more physical this NBA season, J.J. Redick crediting Rick with wanting to pursue coaching, his Drive and Dish charity, his favorite Sting or Billy Joel song, KAT/Julius Randle trade, Morning Checkdown 1:11:29 – 1:25:32 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and immediately pees on Marc’s Brewers song selection, his thoughts on Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, would Matt Gay be out if he wasn’t making what he was making, Jonathan Taylor’s ankle injury and his status for Sunday, AD Mitchell’s struggles 1:25:33 – 1:28:22 – Billy Joel concert giveaway, Oasis concert presale tickets 1:28:23 – 2:00:21 – Injury expert Will Carroll joins us to discuss Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, the difference between a hip pointer and an oblique injury, timeline for his recovery, Jonathan Taylor’s high ankle sprain, are injuries up due to playing surface or lack of preparation, his World Series pick, Rick Venturi’s worry about Anthony Richardson’s running style, Morning Checkdown 2:00:22 – 2:08:33 – POP QUIZ 2:08:34 – 2:!5:21– Wrapping up the show: Who will replace Woj?, the shady “breaking news” businessSupport 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 us and discusses his visit to the Louisville/Notre Dame game, Pacers media day yesterday, Tyrese Haliburton’s defense, team building, players discussing their off-seasons, why does he think it will be more physical this NBA season, J.J. Redick crediting Rick with wanting to pursue coaching, his Drive and Dish charity, his favorite Sting or Billy Joel song & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:59 – What’s up with Matt Gay? Would he be kicking on Sunday if he wasn’t making so much money?, Shane Steichen on Matt Gay’s struggles, the Jaguars are 2.5 point favorites against the Colts on Sunday, Madden ratings for Anthony Richardson and Joe Flacco 12:00 – 33:58 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses his visit to the Louisville/Notre Dame game, Pacers media day yesterday, Tyrese Haliburton’s defense, team building, players discussing their off-seasons, why does he think it will be more physical this NBA season, J.J. Redick crediting Rick with wanting to pursue coaching, his Drive and Dish charity, his favorite Sting or Billy Joel song 33:59 – 47:07 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and immediately pees on Marc’s Brewers song selection, his thoughts on Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, would Matt Gay be out if he wasn’t making what he was making, Jonathan Taylor’s ankle injury and his status for Sunday 47:08 – 58:45 - Injury expert Will Carroll joins us to discuss Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, the difference between a hip pointer and an oblique injury, timeline for his recovery, Jonathan Taylor’s high ankle sprain, are injuries up due to playing surface or lack of preparation, his World Series pick, Rick Venturi’s worry about Anthony Richardson’s running styleSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:28 – Colts top the Steelers but Anthony Richardson is hurt again, Josh Downs has a big game and will join us later, Purdue fires offensive coordinator Graham Harrell, IU moves to 5-0, Jonathan Taylor banged up 22:29 – 30:06 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:07 – 43:32 – Michael Pittman Jr’s solid day, Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, Kevin asks if it’s possible to run an effective Anthony Richardson offense while keeping him healthy, why did the Colts design a run immediately after AR got put back in the game, Jonathan Taylor’s ankle 43:33 – 1:15:32 – Colts/Steelers thoughts and Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, we take callers: AR’s injuries and does he need to change his playing style, is Anthony Richardson coachable?, why is his size/frame not a benefit, more callers, Joe Flacco, Morning Checkdown 1:15:33 – 1:26:03– GOAT OF THE WEEK 1:26:04 – 1:28:06 – Ben Roethlisberger in attendance during yesterday’s game, his celebrity doppelganger 1:28:07 – 2:04:57 – Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins us to discuss his big performance in the win over the Steelers, working after practices and how he feels physically, his rapport with Joe Flacco, his memories of Joe Flacco, the difference(s) between Richardson and Flacco, stifling T.J. Watt, what he said to Richardson after the game, hardest part about his ankle injury rehab, latest on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor injuries, Andy asks if he got got on another Twitter video, Najee Harris gives a double bird salute to the LOS crowd, we take a caller asking about AR’s fragility, Morning Checkdown 2:04:58 – 2:12:10 – POST-GAME HEADLINES 2:12:11 – 2:16:47– Colts finish September 2-2 and now have a critical stretch as the calendar flips to OctoberSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

\Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins us to discuss his big performance in the win over the Steelers, working after practices and how he feels physically, his rapport with Joe Flacco, his memories of Joe Flacco, the difference(s) between Richardson and Flacco, stifling T.J. Watt, what he said to Richardson after the game, hardest part about his ankle injury rehab, latest on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor injuries & MORE!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:31 – Colts top the Steelers but Anthony Richardson is hurt again, Josh Downs has a big game and will join us later, Purdue fires offensive coordinator Graham Harrell, IU moves to 5-0, Jonathan Taylor banged up 22:32 – 35:43 – Michael Pittman Jr’s solid day, Anthony Richardson’s latest injury, Kevin asks if it’s possible to run an effective Anthony Richardson offense while keeping him healthy, why did the Colts design a run immediately after AR got put back in the game, Jonathan Taylor’s ankle 35:44 – 48:53 – GOAT of the Week 48:54 – 58:18 - Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins us to discuss his big performance in the win over the Steelers, working after practices and how he feels physically, his rapport with Joe Flacco, his memories of Joe Flacco, the difference(s) between Richardson and Flacco, stifling T.J. Watt, what he said to Richardson after the game, hardest part about his ankle injury rehabSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:12 – This weather stinks, Colts injury report heading into their game with the Steelers, Louisville/Notre Dame, Maryland/IU, Nebraska/Purdue this weekend, the White Sox still haven’t made history yet as they enter the final weekend of the regular season, can the Colts get Anthony Richardson right, the final Athletics game at the Oakland Coliseum, the ugliness of teams leaving fan bases in the dust 23:13 – 30:52 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:53 – 42:10 – Our weekly conversations with Rick Carlisle starting next week, is it first one to 20 again this Sunday between Colts/Steelers? 42:11 – 1:14:59 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the weather affecting the high school football slate this weekend, Colts/Steelers and Anthony Richardson’s performance this point, Notre Dame landing Jalen Harlason, is he an umbrella or poncho man, Colts/Steelers thoughts and the injuries to monitor today, Colts facing elite wide receivers, Morning Checkdown 1:15:00 – 1:26:42 – Are Steelers fans annoying?, our Colts-Steelers predictions 1:26:43 – 1:28:33 – Andy is annoyed at the runner who brave the elements 1:28:34 – 1:59:07 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and did he ever win Homecoming King, being a part of the Billy Joel/Sting concert, does the Colts injury report concern him?, Taylor’s Tidbits for the Steelers, Morning Checkdown 1:59:08 – 2:07:47 – Kevin asks for a cure to hiccups, Marc can burp on command, POP QUIZ 2:07:48 – 2:14:05 - Colts/Steelers final thoughts, the Steelers could be a Wild Card team and a win would be huge in tie-breaking possibilities, other NFL games we like this weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:19 – Our weekly conversations with Rick Carlisle starting next week, is it first one to 20 again this Sunday between Colts/Steelers? 11:20 – 22:17 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the weather affecting the high school football slate this weekend, Colts/Steelers and Anthony Richardson’s performance this point, Notre Dame landing Jalen Harlason, is he an umbrella or poncho man 22:18 – 34:09 – Are Steelers fans annoying?, our Colts-Steelers predictions 34:10 – 50:29 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and did he ever win Homecoming King, being a part of the Billy Joel/Sting concert, does the Colts injury report concern him?, Taylor’s Tidbits for the SteelersSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:00 – Fever season comes to an end, Kevin pops his top off because Notre Dame lands 5-star recruit Jalen Haralson, Colts/Steelers preview and injury report 20:01 – 29:44 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:44 – 42:39 – Jalen Haralson commits to Notre Dame, Shane Steichen’s comments about Anthony Richardson’s accuracy issues, AR’s comments about his issues 42:40 – 1:13:53 – Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News joins us and discusses his Pittsburgh Steelers fandom, Justin Fields’ start to the season, why has Mike Tomlin not officially named Fields the starter, the Steelers defense, Jalen Haralson committing to Notre Dame, UNLV QB Matthew Sluka leaving team over NIL dispute, who does he think will win the Big Ten in basketball this season, more on the UNLV situation, Morning Checkdown 1:13:54 – 1:27:07 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to recap the end of the Fever season, what happened with the fan that got removed from the game, Caitlin Clark’s rookie season, Kelsey Mitchell and the Fever off-season priorities, the playoff format, his overall thoughts on this Fever season 1:27:08 - 1:30:46– Indianapolis Indians were the top drawing Triple-A team, MLS team coming to Indy?, man who caught Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run turns down $300K 1:30:47 – 1:57:29 – The Bears did a lot of stupid on Sunday, don’t expect the Steelers to do the same, the Kenny Moore injury, how good should the Colts feel after their win on Sunday, Jalen Haralson commitment, Morning Checkdown 1:57:30 – 2:07:19 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to delivers off some “Breakfast of Degenerates” bourbon, Cowboys/Giants tonight, the college slate, Steelers/Colts 2:07:20 – 2:16:32 - POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:59 – Jalen Haralson commits to Notre Dame, Shane Steichen’s comments about Anthony Richardson’s accuracy issues, AR’s comments about his issues 13:00 – 28:19 – Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News joins us and discusses his Pittsburgh Steelers fandom, Justin Fields’ start to the season, why has Mike Tomlin not officially named Fields the starter, the Steelers defense, Jalen Haralson committing to Notre Dame, UNLV QB Matthew Sluka leaving team over NIL dispute, who does he think will win the Big Ten in basketball this season 28:20 – 40:57 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to recap the end of the Fever season, what happened with the fan that got removed from the game, Caitlin Clark’s rookie season, Kelsey Mitchell and the Fever off-season priorities, the playoff format, his overall thoughts on this Fever season 40:58 – 50:30 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to delivers off some “Breakfast of Degenerates” bourbon, Cowboys/Giants tonight, the college slate, Steelers/ColtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 19:31 – The White Sox win yesterday and avoid historic futility for at least one day, do or die for the Fever tonight, Colts/Steelers preview, Pacers training camp starts soon 19:32 – 26:46 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 26:47 – 42:48 – Anthony Richardson facing the first bit of adversity in his career, his postgame speech in the locker room, why he isn’t a normal prospect, the Richardson/Peyton Manning comparison graphic going around the internet 42:49 – 1:12:53 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and debates how many Steelers fans will be in attendance as opposed to the Bears game, Anthony Richardson’s performance on Sunday, his inaccuracy and recovery from shoulder surgery, the lack of designed runs, why is offense down league-wide this season?, Colts injuries, can Kevin’s Notre Dame basketball scoop a top recruit from Indiana, Morning Checkdown 1:12:54 – 1:23:00 – We play I GOTTA KNOW: Fever top off-season priority, worse baseball owner, what are we watching and biggest 3-0 pretender 1:23:01 – 1:29:24 – UNLV QB walks away from team after NIL dispute 1:29:25 – 2:04:07 – Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us and gets us set for Game 2 of Fever/Sun tonight, what they need to do to stay alive in the playoffs, how much of Game 1 can you chalk up to a poor shooting night for Clark/Mitchell, the Caitlin Clark eye injury, does she let her mind wander to potentially hosting a playoff game Friday night, her book recommendation, cutting kids finger nails, the ridiculous WNBA playoff format, Morning Checkdown 2:04:08 – 2:13:01 – POP QUIZ 2:13:02 – 2:16:24 – Fever/Sun tonight, can the Fever steal one on the road, Colts QB Jason Bean injuredSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:52 – Anthony Richardson facing the first bit of adversity in his career, his postgame speech in the locker room, why he isn’t a normal prospect, the Richardson/Peyton Manning comparison graphic going around the internet 15:53 – 33:35 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and debates how many Steelers fans will be in attendance as opposed to the Bears game, Anthony Richardson’s performance on Sunday, his inaccuracy and recovery from shoulder surgery, the lack of designed runs, why is offense down league-wide this season?, Colts injuries 33:36 – 43:39 - We play I GOTTA KNOW: Fever top off-season priority, worse baseball owner, what are we watching and biggest 3-0 pretender 43:40 – 55:12 - Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us and gets us set for Game 2 of Fever/Sun tonight, what they need to do to stay alive in the playoffs, how much of Game 1 can you chalk up to a poor shooting night for Clark/Mitchell, the Caitlin Clark eye injury, does she let her mind wander to potentially hosting a playoff game Friday night, her book recommendationSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:27 – God bless the AFC South, Jayden Daniels looks legit, Colts turn the page to the Steelers, Anthony Richardson’s struggles and how they can be fixed, patience vs. results 23:28 – 29:14– MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:15 – 42:20 – Rainy days, a recent Jim Irsay tweet made Kevin nod his head in agreement, confidence in Anthony Richardson’s accuracy, Matt Gay confidence 42:21 – 1:12:11 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and immediately rips Marc and his Cubs as his Brewers are headed to the playoffs, Anthony Richardson’s play on Sunday, is AR better or worse than he thought he’d be at this point, his shoulder surgery, is Jonathan Taylor back to his old self?, the Colts defensive struggles, the woeful AFC South to this point, Trevor Lawrence’s rough stats, AR’s ceiling, Morning Checkdown 1:12:12 – 1:26:21 – Peegs.com’s Matt Weaver joins us to discuss the Indiana Hoosiers hot start to the season, has the 4-0 start surprised him, where were the positional concerns heading into the season, crowd size, Maryland this weekend, why did IU buy out of the series with Louisville, where should the Reds go for their next manager? 1:26:22 – 1:29:08 – The Bears offense was more effective than the Colts but just didn’t get points when it counted 1:29:09 – 2:02:13– We’ll be out at the Pacers golf outing tomorrow morning, the WNBA playoffs as the Fever face a must win tomorrow night, the AFC South once again stinks, should the Colts consider trading Joe Flacco, Rick Venturi weighs in on Anthony Richardson’s play through three games, Shane Steichen’s play-calling and the lack of designed runs for Anthony Richardson, why is his interception rate so high this season, Justin Fields facing this Colts defense, Andy’s misery index rankings, Morning Checkdown 2:02:14 – 2:10:26– WNBA Playoff thoughts, POP QUIZ 2:10:27 – 2:15:17 – We’re big fans of the Monday Night Football doubleheaders, PAC-12 shufflingSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:06 – Rainy days, a recent Jim Irsay tweet made Kevin nod his head in agreement, confidence in Anthony Richardson’s accuracy, Matt Gay confidence 13:07 – 28:08 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and immediately rips Marc and his Cubs as his Brewers are headed to the playoffs, Anthony Richardson’s play on Sunday, is AR better or worse than he thought he’d be at this point, his shoulder surgery, is Jonathan Taylor back to his old self?, the Colts defensive struggles, the woeful AFC South to this point 28:09 – 41:19 - Peegs.com’s Matt Weaver joins us to discuss the Indiana Hoosiers hot start to the season, has the 4-0 start surprised him, where were the positional concerns heading into the season, crowd size, Maryland this weekend, why did IU buy out of the series with Louisville, where should the Reds go for their next manager? 41:20 – Andy’s Misery Index and controversial thoughts on Tee HigginsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:44 – The Colts get their first win of the season with an ugly win over the Bears, Anthony Richardson’s up and down day, the Bears offensive line stinks to high heaven, the Colts won in spite of Anthony Richardson yesterday 23:45 – 31:58 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 31:59 – 41:50– Special teams stepped up yesterday, Anthony Richardson’s inefficient game, Colts have some favorable QB matchups coming their way 41:51 – 1:15:46 – Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin joins us and discusses playing 90 defensive snaps yesterday, how the win felt at home, the 4th and goal stop, what did they do differently than what they had the first two weeks, Laiatu Latu’s strip sack, taking an intentional penalty, no love lost in his feeling for Matt Eberflus, his conversations with Anthony Richardson, Monday’s after a game, thoughts on Richardson’s struggles through three games, Morning Checkdown 1:15:47 – 1:27:33 – Colts injury updates on Kenny Moore and Kwity Paye, GOAT of the Week 1:27:34 – 2:00:35 – Can the Colts start stacking some wins now, a must-needed win that avoided disaster, Anthony Richardson’s number of errors, callers weigh in on the Colts win and Anthony Richardson’s play, processing vs. accuracy 2:00:36 – 2:02:32 – POST-GAME HEADLINES 2:02:33 – 2:14:00 – We replay our conversation with Colts linebacker Zaire FranklinSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin joins us and discusses playing 90 defensive snaps yesterday, how the win felt at home, the 4th and goal stop, what did they do differently than what they had the first two weeks, Laiatu Latu’s strip sack, taking an intentional penalty, no love lost in his feeling for Matt Eberflus, his conversations with Anthony Richardson, Monday’s after a game & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:49 – The Colts get their first win of the season with an ugly win over the Bears, Anthony Richardson’s up and down day, the Bears offensive line stinks to high heaven, the Colts won in spite of Anthony Richardson yesterday 23:50 – 35:03 - Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin joins us and discusses playing 90 defensive snaps yesterday, how the win felt at home, the 4th and goal stop, what did they do differently than what they had the first two weeks, Laiatu Latu’s strip sack, taking an intentional penalty, no love lost in his feeling for Matt Eberflus, his conversations with Anthony Richardson, Monday’s after a game 35:04 – 46:49 = Colts injury updates on Kenny Moore and Kwity Paye, GOAT of the WeekSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:17 – Shoehei Ohtani is insane as he creates the 50/50 club last night in Miami, Fever will play the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the playoffs, Andy is having a “Choose Your Own Adventure” moment when it comes to picking Bears/Colts this weekend, what should the Colts do with Matt Gay this weekend, Bears/Colts on Sunday 21:18 – 30:48 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:49 – 41:45 – Nick Cross is the NFL’s leading tackler, which is not ideal, IU/Purdue basketball schedules are fascinating with the new Big Ten teams, life without DeForest Buckner, who will step up in Buckner’s absence 41:46 – 1:12:57 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses a high-scoring high school football game between Brebeuf and Guerin, high school football thoughts, best venues in the area, IU’s stop at the Rose Bowl last weekend, what bothered him most about the Colts’ loss to the Packers, other good high school football games around the area tonight, Pro Football Hall of Fame nominees, Morning Checkdown 1:12:58 – 1:26:44 – Kevin wants to do a parlay this weekend, we give our predictions for Bears/Colts 1:26:45 – 1:28:39 – What should the Colts do at kicker this Sunday? 1:28:40 – 2:02:53 – Colts radio voice Matt Taylor joins us and discusses his experience at Lambeau Field, what other NFL stadiums give that small town college football vibe, how concerned is he for the defense without DeForest Buckner, Taylor Tidbits: Bears TE Marcedes Lewis could set an NFL record on Sunday, Bears’ defense of not allowing 20 or more points streak, DJ Moore’s impressive career with below average QBs, Kevin’s wife randomly knows who Dolphins WR Braxton Berrios is, Morning Checkdown 2:02:54 – 2:14:01 – POP QUIZ 2:14:02 – 2:14:12 – This description is longer than this segmentSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:00 – Nick Cross is the NFL’s leading tackler, which is not ideal, IU/Purdue basketball schedules are fascinating with the new Big Ten teams, life without DeForest Buckner, who will step up in Buckner’s absence 11:01 – 22:30 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses a high-scoring high school football game between Brebeuf and Guerin, high school football thoughts, best venues in the area, IU’s stop at the Rose Bowl last weekend, what bothered him most about the Colts’ loss to the Packers, other good high school football games around the area tonight 22:31 – 35:57 – Kevin wants to do a parlay this weekend, we give our predictions for Bears/Colts 35:58 – 55:08 - Colts radio voice Matt Taylor joins us and discusses his experience at Lambeau Field, what other NFL stadiums give that small town college football vibe, how concerned is he for the defense without DeForest Buckner, Taylor Tidbits: Bears TE Marcedes Lewis could set an NFL record on Sunday, Bears’ defense of not allowing 20 or more points streak, DJ Moore’s impressive career with below average QBsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 19:33 – Kevin is a new man at age 35 and wants to be positive about the Colts at some point today, getting ready for the Bears this Sunday, another Matt Gay injury, Zaire Franklin’s comments about Matt Eberflus, Adrian Wojnarowski retires from being an ESPN news breaker, Matt Gay’s latest injury 19:34 – 29:21 – Marc got fake Scheftered, MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:22 – 40:56 – Zaire Franklin’s comments about facing Matt Eberflus on Sunday, why has the Bears offensive line struggled so mightily so far?, can the Colts take advantage of it? 40:57 – 1:10:10 – Four minutes of positivity on the Colts, has Shane Steichen’s offense been too vanilla so far?, we have a Dad Dilemma, Morning Checkdown 1:10:11 – 1:27:29 - We play I GOTTA KNOW: Grade the Pacers off-season, Marshall’s head coach tries to get OSU transfers with an all-you-can eat biscuit NIL, Cedar Point’s new tilt roller coaster 1:27:30 – 1:42:11 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and gives us some plays for Week 3 and the college football weekend, Tennessee/Oklahoma this weekend 1:42:12 – 1:58:05– Juju Brents’ season-ending injury, how much pressure is on the Colts to get a win this Sunday, Morning Checkdown, The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to discuss being behind the scenes during Monday’s ManningCast, what Peyton is like during commercial breaks, Zak’s thoughts on the Colts 0-2 start and the woeful defense, Zak’s reaction to Zaire Franklin’s comments about Matt Eberflus and does he have reason to have beef with Eberflus?, which 0-2 team will make the playoffs, the disaster in Carolina that cost Frank Reich his job, Bryce Young 1:58:06 – 1:59:41 – Bears/Colts tickets are crazy expensive, how many Bears fans will be in attendance? 1:59:42 – 2:14:45 - ESPN 1000’s Marc Silverman joins us to discuss the Bears side of Bears/Colts on Sunday, concerns for the offensive line, why is the offensive line so bad, where is Matt Eberflus’ hot seat at?, the DJ Moore body language on the sideline, where do fans want the new Bears stadium to be, how to feel about the 2024 White Sox, his love for Caitlin ClarkSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:37 – Zaire Franklin’s comments about facing Matt Eberflus on Sunday, why has the Bears offensive line struggled so mightily so far?, can the Colts take advantage of it? 11:38 – 18:42 – Four minutes of Colts positivity 18:43 – 33:01 – The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to discuss being behind the scenes during Monday’s ManningCast, what Peyton is like during commercial breaks, Zak’s thoughts on the Colts 0-2 start and the woeful defense, Zak’s reaction to Zaire Franklin’s comments about Matt Eberflus and does he have reason to have beef with Eberflus?, which 0-2 team will make the playoffs, the disaster in Carolina that cost Frank Reich 33:02 – 46:50 – ESPN 1000’s Marc Silverman joins us to discuss the Bears side of Bears/Colts on Sunday, concerns for the offensive line, why is the offensive line so bad, where is Matt Eberflus’ hot seat at?, the DJ Moore body language on the sideline, where do fans want the new Bears stadium to be, how to feel about the 2024 White Sox, his love for Caitlin Clark 46:51 – 54:47 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and gives us some plays for Week 3 and the college football weekend, Tennessee/Oklahoma this weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oakland basketball coach Greg Kampe joins us from Horizon League media day and discusses being back in the Fieldhouse where he’s had great success, his 40-year tenure at Oakland, the night he beat John Calipari and what they said to each other after the game, Calipari at Arkansas, why he’s stayed loyal to Oakland, dealing with NIL, Ron Hunter stories, the restaurant he went to after winning the Horizon League championship & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UW- Green Bay head coach and radio host Doug Gottlieb joins us and weighs in on Anthony Richardson, the campus being near Lambeau Field, how does he balance being a head coach and being a radio host, why he thinks he can handle doing both & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:12 – Buckner on IR and is Sunday’s game against the Bears a can’t lose?, Gus Bradley’s comments about his defense getting carved up for a second straight week, Bill Belichick weighs in on Gus Bradley’s defense 15:13 – 33:58 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and gives his thoughts on Gus Bradley’s comments about his defense yesterday, is there any way to fix the defense in-season, are the Colts shellshocked that they are 0-2, Anthony Richardson’s rough start against the Packers, Lucas Oil Stadium turf issues, did Jim Irsay travel with the team to Green Bay 33:59 – 55:30 – UW- Green Bay head coach and radio host Doug Gottlieb joins us and weighs in on Anthony Richardson, the campus being near Lambeau Field, how does he balance being a head coach and being a radio host, why he thinks he can handle doing both, Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us to discuss who she thinks they’ll play in the first round of the playoffs, will they rest players tomorrow night?, playoff pace vs. the regular season, evaluating Christie Sides in Year 2, playoff book club 55:31 – 1:12:24 - Oakland basketball coach Greg Kampe joins us from Horizon League media day and discusses being back in the Fieldhouse where he’s had great success, his 40-year tenure at Oakland, the night he beat John Calipari and what they said to each other after the game, Calipari at Arkansas, why he’s stayed loyal to Oakland, dealing with NIL, Ron Hunter stories, the restaurant he went to after winning the Horizon League championshipSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 19:23 – We’re out at Horizon League Media Day, Happy birthday to Kevin, busy guest lineup today, DeForest Buckner put on injured reserve, a bad Colts defense now loses it’s best player for at least the next four games, Rick Carlisle’s frat apparel 19:24 – 27:03 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 27:04 – 42:14 – Buckner on IR and is Sunday’s game against the Bears a can’t lose?, Gus Bradley’s comments about his defense getting carved up for a second straight week, Bill Belichick weighs in on Gus Bradley’s defense 42:15 – 1:08:43 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and gives his thoughts on Gus Bradley’s comments about his defense yesterday, is there any way to fix the defense in-season, are the Colts shellshocked that they are 0-2, Anthony Richardson’s rough start against the Packers, Lucas Oil Stadium turf issues, did Jim Irsay travel with the team to Green Bay, Morning Checkdown 1:08:44 – 1:30:13 – UW- Green Bay head coach and radio host Doug Gottlieb joins us and weighs in on Anthony Richardson, the campus being near Lambeau Field, how does he balance being a head coach and being a radio host, why he thinks he can handle doing both, Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us to discuss who she thinks they’ll play in the first round of the playoffs, will they rest players tomorrow night?, playoff pace vs. the regular season, evaluating Christie Sides in Year 2, playoff book club 1:30:14 – 1:54:55– Can Anthony Richardson become more accurate?, Kevin gives a plea to Gus Bradley, the Bears offensive line stinks and their running game has been really poor, Tyrese Haliburton’s appearance on WWE NXT last night where he took a shot at the Orlando Magic, can the Colts offense get going, Alec Pierce, will Josh Downs suit up on Sunday, Morning Checkdown 1:54:56 – 2:11:49 – Oakland basketball coach Greg Kampe joins us from Horizon League media day and discusses being back in the Fieldhouse where he’s had great success, his 40-year tenure at Oakland, the night he beat John Calipari and what they said to each other after the game, Calipari at Arkansas, why he’s stayed loyal to Oakland, dealing with NIL, Ron Hunter stories, the restaurant he went to after winning the Horizon League championship 2:11:50 – 2:17:01 - Wrapping the show from Horizon League Media Day: DeForest Buckner on IR, Laiatu Latu is day-to-day and questionable for SundaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:09 – Colts turn the page to the Bears, Shane Steichen’s lack of an answer for Jonathan Taylor’s usage against the Packers, what was the logic of Jonathan Taylor being “benched”, a wild finish to last night’s Falcons/Eagles game 20:10 – 27:15 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 27:16 – 41:03 – Shane Steichen’s answers about why Jonathan Taylor did not see any playing time in the 4th quarter, the 3rd and 1 call, the “wanting to get Trey Sermon reps” excuse 41:04 – 1:13:21 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss how he spent his summer vacation, when he mentally turns the page to the next season, roster construction, Tyrese Haliburton’s Olympic experience, Jarace Walker’s summer league and how he sees him being utilized in-season, where Bennedict Mathurin is in development and how he can improve, his thoughts on the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark, the best thing he did this off-season, Morning Checkdown 1:13:22 – 1:26:45 – Rick Venturi’s comments on Colts Roundtable Live last night: calls the Colts defense awful 1:26:46 -1:29:32 – IU alum Joe Buck brags about the Hoosiers win over UCLA (and alum Troy Aikman) 1:29:33 – 1:58:25 – ESPN NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum, who was on the national radio call for Colts-Packers, joins us and discusses what he saw from the Colts, how is Gus Bradley’s scheme viewed nationally, his thoughts on Jonathan Taylor not being out there on the critical 3rd and 1 call, evaluating Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young’s future, most surprising 0-2 team, Texans/Vikings this weekend and what he’s looking forward to, Andy debuts his misery index, Morning Checkdown 1:58:26 – 2:11:16 – Shane Steichen says Trey Sermon was used over Jonathan Taylor to get reps, we play I GOTTA KNOW 2:11:17 – 2:15:00 - IU/Purdue basketball, Jason Kelce overexposure is already occurring two weeks into the NFL seasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:49 – Shane Steichen’s answers about why Jonathan Taylor did not see any playing time in the 4th quarter, the 3rd and 1 call, the “wanting to get Trey Sermon reps” excuse 13:50 – 32:03 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss how he spent his summer vacation, when he mentally turns the page to the next season, roster construction, Tyrese Haliburton’s Olympic experience, Jarace Walker’s summer league and how he sees him being utilized in-season, where Bennedict Mathurin is in development and how he can improve, his thoughts on the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark, the best thing he did this off-season 32:04 – 39:59 – ESPN NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum, who was on the national radio call for Colts-Packers, joins us and discusses what he saw from the Colts, how is Gus Bradley’s scheme viewed nationally, his thoughts on Jonathan Taylor not being out there on the critical 3rd and 1 call, evaluating Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young’s future 40:00 – 52:33 – We play I GOTTA KNOWSupport 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 us to discuss how he spent his summer vacation, when he mentally turns the page to the next season, roster construction, Tyrese Haliburton’s Olympic experience, Jarace Walker’s summer league and how he sees him being utilized in-season, where Bennedict Mathurin is in development and how he can improve, his thoughts on the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark, the best thing he did this off-seasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 24:31 – The Colts lose in embarrassing fashion to the Malik Willis-led Packers, the Colts inability to make Willis and the Packers sweat, Richardson’s poor performance, Shane Steichen’s odd decision-making, why did Jonathan Taylor not see any 4th quarter action, Notre Dame blows Purdue’s doors off 24:32 – 31:47– MORNING CHECKDOWN 31:48 – 42:45 – What the hell happened with Jonathan Taylor not playing in the 4th quarter?, Shane Steichen’s last of an answer, trust issues in Matt Gay? 42:46 – 1:17:53– The Colts rushing defense is historically bad to start the season, callers weigh in on the Colts’ loss to the Packers, the pathetic Colts rushing defense, IU’s big win over UCLA, Morning Checkdown 1:17:54 – 1:27:50 – GOAT of the Week 1:27:51 – 1:29:21 – Lots of questions for Shane Steichen today including Jonathan Taylor’s 4th quarter absence and Buckner/Latu injuries 1:29:22 – 2:04:54– A woeful performance by the Colts all-around, the Colts made Malik Willis look good, Ballard’ core beliefs going out the window with a porous defensive line, Steichen’s non-answer on Jonathan Taylor’s 4th quarter status, the 3rd and 1 with Taylor on the bench in favor of Trey Sermon, Kevin says Malik Willis played better than Anthony Richardson, more callers, Morning Checkdown 2:04:55 – 2:11:56 – POST-GAME HEADLINES, Andy’s poor predictions, Bears and Steelers fans will travel to LOS the next two weeks 2:11:57 – 2:15:46 – Wrapping up the show: Colts questions for Shane Steichen today, one last caller asks about Joe Flacco, the Colts did not help Anthony Richardson at all yesterdaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 24:30 – The Colts lose in embarrassing fashion to the Malik Willis-led Packers, the Colts inability to make Willis and the Packers sweat, Richardson’s poor performance, Shane Steichen’s odd decision-making, why did Jonathan Taylor not see any 4th quarter action, Notre Dame blows Purdue’s doors off 24:31 – 34:25 – GOAT of the Week 34:26 – 45:23 - What the hell happened with Jonathan Taylor not playing in the 4th quarter?, Shane Steichen’s last of an answer, trust issues in Matt Gay?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS Sports’ Gary Danielson joins us to preview being on the call for Notre Dame/Purdue tomorrow and being able to call a game at his alma mater, trying to talk Kevin off the ledge as a Notre Dame fan, how does Purdue win on Saturday, how he ended up at Purdue, the expanded college playoff & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:44 – Another scary head injury for Tua Tagovailoa last night, his future in the NFL, Colts injury report is piling up heading into the Packers game: Julian Blackmon/DeForest Buckner and other all banged up 22:45 – 28:48 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 28:49 – 41:49 – CBS Sports’ Gary Danielson joins us to preview being on the call for Notre Dame/Purdue tomorrow and being able to call a game at his alma mater, trying to talk Kevin off the ledge as a Notre Dame fan, how does Purdue win on Saturday, how he ended up at Purdue, the expanded college playoff 41:50 – 1:12:44 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and says this is quite possibly the best weekend for high school football, should Kevin be concerned for his Cathedral team, levels of concern for the Colts injury report heading into the Packers, how do the Colts get the win on Sunday, Notre Dame/Purdue and IU/UCLA this weekend, Michael Lombardi obliterates Colts DC Gus Bradley and says his style of defense is not good and will cost people jobs, Malik Willis vs. the Colts, Morning Checkdown 1:12:45 – 1:26:05– Friday the 13th, colleges and universities that are featured the most in the NFL, our picks for Colts/Packers 1:26:06 – 1:28:10 – Bears/Texans on Sunday night and playing the Colts next week 1:28:11 – 2:02:55 – Colts announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss the infamous squirrel story the last time the Colts were in Lambeau playing the Packers, his thoughts on Week 1, Richardson’s throw to Alec Pierce, Buckner/Blackmon/Paye all on the injured list, what do Colts have to do to win on Sunday, can the defense keep Josh Jacobs at bay, NFL bets we like this weekend outside of Colts/Packers, start ‘em/sit’em, Morning Checkdown 2:02:56 – 2:09:59 – POP QUIZ 2:10:00 – 2:13:58 - An important weekend for Purdue and Indiana in the national spotlight, Colts/Packers final thoughtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:18 – CBS Sports’ Gary Danielson joins us to preview being on the call for Notre Dame/Purdue tomorrow and being able to call a game at his alma mater, trying to talk Kevin off the ledge as a Notre Dame fan, how does Purdue win on Saturday, how he ended up at Purdue, the expanded college playoff 12:19 – 35:23 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and says this is quite possibly the best weekend for high school football, should Kevin be concerned for his Cathedral team, levels of concern for the Colts injury report heading into the Packers, how do the Colts get the win on Sunday, Notre Dame/Purdue and IU/UCLA this weekend, Michael Lombardi obliterates Colts DC Gus Bradley and says his style of defense is not good and will cost people jobs 35:24 – 48:45 – Our picks and predictions for Colts/Packers 48:46 – 1:02:32 - – Colts announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss the infamous squirrel story the last time the Colts were in Lambeau playing the Packers, his thoughts on Week 1, Richardson’s throw to Alec Pierce, Buckner/Blackmon/Paye all on the injured list, what do Colts have to do to win on SundaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN Wisconsin’s Jason Wilde joins us and discusses the gamesmanship Matt LeFleur is trying to play with Jordan Love’s status on Sunday, the Packers QB depth chart and how they landed with Malik Willis, the biggest weakness on the Packers outside of the QB is where, his pre-game recommendations in Green Bay, Kevin recalls a squirrel story when he was at Lambeau & MORE! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 24:11 – Week 2 of the NFL kicks off tonight with Bills/Dolphins, Fever fall to the Aces last night, the Packers are trying to say Jordan Love may play on Sunday, the Colts injury report is not ideal early on, Matt LeFleur’s comments about Jordan Love’s Week 2 status, Fever/Aces last night 24:12 – 29:59 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:00 – 42:48 – ESPN Wisconsin’s Jason Wilde joins us and discusses the gamesmanship Matt LeFleur is trying to play with Jordan Love’s status on Sunday, the Packers QB depth chart and how they landed with Malik Willis, the biggest weakness on the Packers outside of the QB is where, his pre-game recommendations in Green Bay, Kevin recalls a squirrel story when he was at Lambeau 42:49 – 1:10:26 – Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla says the Pacers were their toughest series despite sweeping them, Jarace Walker and Bennedict Mathurin’s playing time going forward, Pacers futures, Shane Steichen on the run defense against the Texans, Morning Checkdown 1:10:27 – 1:23:06 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the Fever’s loss to the Aces, a sloppy offensive performance, Caitlin Clark minutes, should the Fever rest players if they are locked into a specific playoff spot?, Bally’s Sports lower fees for teams and does it apply for customers? 1:23:07 – 1:26:29– Joe Buck hit his wife with a golf ball and fractured her ankle 1:26:30 – 1:55:38– Colts injury report: Will Matt Gay and Josh Downs play on Sunday, Kevin asked Shane Steichen about why they didn’t make any moves at defensive back and if he’s worried about Juju Brents’ injury history, why did the Colts not address secondary depth when it was obvious to everyone outside of the building, Morning Checkdown 1:55:39 – 2:07:12 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to gives us some gambling plays ahead of Week 2 and the college football slate, his hot streak yesterday Bills/Dolphins tonight, TNF prop bets, Notre Dame/Purdue thoughts, IU road favorites against UCLA, Week 1 overreactions 2:07:13 – 2:11:27 – POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:48 – ESPN Wisconsin’s Jason Wilde joins us and discusses the gamesmanship Matt LeFleur is trying to play with Jordan Love’s status on Sunday, the Packers QB depth chart and how they landed with Malik Willis, the biggest weakness on the Packers outside of the QB is where, his pre-game recommendations in Green Bay 12:49 – 24:20 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the Fever’s loss to the Aces, a sloppy offensive performance, Caitlin Clark minutes, should the Fever rest players if they are locked into a specific playoff spot?, Bally’s Sports lower fees for teams and does it apply for customers? 24:21 – 35:54 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to gives us some gambling plays ahead of Week 2 and the college football slate, his hot streak yesterday Bills/Dolphins tonight, TNF prop bets, Notre Dame/Purdue thoughts, IU road favorites against UCLA, Week 1 overreactionsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys debate Juju Brents heading to IR and why Chris Ballard refused to address secondary depth in the off-season and through training campSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.