<p>Jeff Saturday's first game as Colts coach comes against the Raiders, who had last Sunday's leading tackler retire yesterday! What a week for the Colts - maybe the weirdest in franchise history, and that's saying something! &nbsp;</p> <p>Five days ago, Sam Ehlinger was sacked by his own left tackle, and Sunday a guy who has never coached in the pro's or college will lead a roster still in playoff contention! &nbsp;That's weird!</p> <p>Indiana beat the brakes off Bethune Cookman last night, and now the fun starts! &nbsp;</p> <p>Purdue takes on Austin Peay tonight at Mackey, and high school regionals have awesome matchups!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Parks Frazier will call plays from the booth - says he is aggressive in his own way. &nbsp;What that means, we will find out in Vegas! &nbsp;</p> <p>Shaq Leonard sat out practice, but Jonathan Taylor was full go. &nbsp;Mo Alie-Cox and Jalani Woods sat too! &nbsp;</p> <p>What's the toughest part of this week for Frank Reich? &nbsp;I'll tell you. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana must play against the game and not Bethune Cookman or this is an opportunity lost! &nbsp;</p> <p>Nike dumping Kyrie Irving is a business decision, not a cancel culture move.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jeff Saturday may need to coach AND run the ball for the Colts as Taylor and Jackson nurse injuries. &nbsp;Lot of subplots in this game against the Raiders. &nbsp;</p> <p>Quenton Nelson mulls his role in Frank Reich's demise as coach. &nbsp;</p> <p>Saturday expresses loyalty to the Colts and Indianapolis in a way I buy into! &nbsp;</p> <p>Rick Carlisle's late technical hurts Pacers chance at upset after Mathurin gets buckets! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana hosts Bethune Cookman tonight as Mike Woodson nets two recruits in the 2023 class!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jeff Saturday knows who he is, and told his players today. &nbsp;They liked what they heard. &nbsp;He told the media too, and when they doubted him, he looked them in the eye and told them again. &nbsp;</p><p>What was learned - Saturday as coach came together very early Monday morning after the Patriots game, is not part of a plan to tank, and Saturday knows might suck as a coach. &nbsp;Saturday has four days to help has staff get the Colts ready for Vegas. &nbsp;</p><p>Jonathan Taylor - limited today!</p>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Saturday is going to need Reggie Wayne to help get the roster on board with this change in leadership and culture. &nbsp;Raiders are a perfect opponent for the Colts in Saturday's first week. &nbsp;</p> <p>Jim Irsay did nothing wrong by passing over experienced coaches in favor of who he feels is a great leader. &nbsp;That is the way life works! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers welcome the Denver Nuggets to Gainbridge Fieldhouse - can Myles Turner get busy in consecutive games? &nbsp;</p> <p>Purdue rolls over Milwaukee! &nbsp;Balance of youth and experience will make them a tough out in the Big 10!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jeff Saturday has chosen Parks Frazier as the play caller for Sunday, and guess what - he's never done that either! &nbsp;</p> <p>Mike Matheny was chosen as a manager without experience by the St. Louis Cardinals, and they went to the playoffs his first four years, including one World Series. &nbsp;</p> <p>There is a lot of good to this decision - potentially!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jeff Saturday has great confidence in his ability to lead, and he should. &nbsp;Coaching in the NFL is a little different though. &nbsp;We get to discover whether he can be an NFL head coach right along with him. &nbsp;</p> <p>Jim Irsay expressed great confidence in Chris Ballard, but Ballard was still prickly about the media calling out a lack of weapons at receiver. &nbsp;Normally self assured, last night he looked more like a hostage than a general manager. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Butler, and the Pacers got wins last night - all led by their bigs!</p> <p>This episode is supported by Pristine Auction. &nbsp;Enter to win an Autographed Jonathan Taylor Jersey AND get $10 Off your first item won! &nbsp;Use registration code Taylor when you sign up at https://www.pristineauction.com/register.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Frank Reich is going to keep fighting to fix problems, and will likely cause more problems. &nbsp;Sam Ehlinger is not the only target of blame, but he's one of them. &nbsp;Offensive line ineptitude led the Colts to fail on all 124 first down conversion, and the Colts and Patriots combined for fewer total yards than in any previous Colts game EVER! &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers and Butler open their seasons tonight - and the Pacers host the Pelicans in a quest to reach .500! &nbsp;</p> <p>Enter to win an Autographed Jonathan Taylor Jersey AND get $10 Off your first item won! &nbsp;Use registration code Taylor when you sign up at https://www.pristineauction.com/register.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts gained 43 yards on 38 pass plays. Reich and Ehlinger are easy targets for blame, but who on the offense shouldn't be blamed? &nbsp;</p> <p>Matt Pryor was replaced by Will Fries, but why did he start? &nbsp;</p> <p>The ways this game was embarrassing are endless, but the defense played hard and well - starting with Grover Stewart and DeForest Buckner!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jonathan Taylor needs to trick his ankle into pain free explosiveness for three hours Sunday if the Colts are going to beat the turnover prone Patriots. &nbsp;</p> <p>Patriots are very generous with the ball, but like to take it back too. &nbsp;Bill Belichick just an ordinary coach now. &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers beat St. Francis, but Xavier Johnson back to driving fans crazy. &nbsp;</p> <p>IU hosts Penn State tomorrow and the payoff for a moneyline bet on Penn State is reasonable!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jonathan Taylor says he will use "tricks of the trade" to try to be ready Sunday against Patriots. &nbsp;</p> <p>Gus Bradley says Shaquille Leonard is improving physically AND in his grasp of the defense. &nbsp;</p> <p>Bill Belichick was a genius as long as Tom Brady was his quarterback. &nbsp;With anyone else - including Mac Jones, not so much. &nbsp;Can you name the Patriots leading rusher and receiver? &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball tonight, and the time has come for Xavier Johnson to play for the Hoosiers instead of his own glory.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Ehlinger vs. Zappe follows Manning vs. Brady in Colts - Patriots rivalry? &nbsp;Bill Belichick mediocre without Brady just as other coaches have been without hall of fame quarterbacks. &nbsp;</p> <p>Colts have a history of succeeding with QBs from Tennessee - is the next starter for the Colts another Volunteer? &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball battles St. Francis tonight at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall behind a pay wall!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Frank Reich's platitudes and bouquets need to stop in favor of the truth. &nbsp;Good or bad, fans deserve to hear something honest from the coach of their team after the offensive coordinator is fired and a running back is traded without reasonable explanation. &nbsp;</p> <p>Truth must be offered or no one will believe a word! &nbsp;</p> <p>This "everyone is a leader" nonsense must end, and so should Reich's bromides. &nbsp;</p> <p>Jonathan Taylor did not practice and neither did Matt Ryan. &nbsp;Bill Self has been suspended for something - not sure or Kansas remembers what - but the NCAA's IARP will disband after it remembers!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jonathan Taylor's ankle needs to be ready with Nyheim Hines now in Buffalo! &nbsp;Tyquan Lewis going to IR means Kwity Paye coming back would be stellar! &nbsp;Optimism Wednesday dictate for will play at a high level versus the Patriots! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Butler won last night! &nbsp;IU Basketball back at it tomorrow night! &nbsp;Pacers host the Miami Heat Friday! &nbsp;</p> <p>Cubs owner Tom Ricketts saved a few bucks allowing Kyle Schwarber to bounce, and gave Phillies fans someone to love and cheer!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Nyheim Hines traded to the Buffalo Bills for Zach Moss and a conditional 6th round pick. &nbsp;Hines was expensive given his use this year, and finally the questions about Hines and Jonathan Taylor playing together will cease! &nbsp;</p> <p>Earlier today, Frank Reich fired offensive coordinator Marcus Brady. &nbsp;Reich says firing Brady "was an incredibly hard decision." &nbsp;But it was a hell of a lot easier than jumping in front of that train himself!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Matt Ryan has a difficult contract and separated shoulder - then why is he being discussed as a trade possibility? &nbsp;Kenny Moore and Stephon Gilmore have value for a championship contender. &nbsp;Colts have not made an in-season deal since 2013, but there is always a chance. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:35) Pacers lose to the Nets in another fun game to watch. &nbsp;Myles Turner, who had a -21 last night, says he is not loved at the level he deserves, and would like to be traded to the Lakers! &nbsp;Myles and I finally agree about something!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Tyquan Lewis tore his other Patellar Tendon yesterday, but Kwity Paye may be ready to come back this week. &nbsp;Sam Ehlinger is the right starter for now, but can he compete with Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, and Lamar Jackson? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:40) Is Chris Ballard the right guy to fix the problems he has either caused or has been unable to fix? &nbsp;</p> <p>(@13:09) &nbsp;Pacers tonight at 7:30p against dysfunctional Nets - on Bally Sports Indiana! &nbsp;</p> <p>(@15:38) Auburn needs to know Indiana is going to keep the Tigers from hiring Tom Allen as the coach of the Hoosiers, so don't even bother calling even if you believe he is the answer to your championship dreams!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Ehlinger was decisive, mobile, and accurate. &nbsp;That was good enough to beat the Commanders, but the defense could not get a stop, so the game came down to a jump ball between Indianapolis native Terry McLaurin and Stephon Gilmore. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:47) Hoosiers freshmen Reneau, Hood-Schifino, and Gunn looked ready to compete in Big 10 as the Hoosiers beat Marian. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:48) Pacers tonight try to win third straight! &nbsp;Hopefully, Ball Sports Indiana can allow us to watch Tyrese Haliburton and Ben Mathurin ball!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Sam Ehlinger good enough to win, but the Colts couldn't overcome two lost fumbles. &nbsp;Tyquan Lewis injury critical in clock management. &nbsp;Michael Pittman with a good game until that critical drop. &nbsp;Shaq Leonard with what should have been a game-winning interception. &nbsp;All in all, a lot of reasons to feel good about Ehlinger.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Hoosiers made their season debut at Assembly Hall against Scott Heady's Marian Knights, and two freshmen were the stars of the show. &nbsp;Veterans Xavier Johnson and Jordan Geronimo show the good and bad that have thrilled and disappointed IU fans since they arrived in Bloomington. &nbsp;</p> <p>Trayce Jackson-Davis and Tamar Bates sat today, but Logan Duncomb was the stat stuffer with the game's only double-double!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Sam Ehlinger will get his shot at the next Colts starting quarterback! &nbsp;Can he do it? &nbsp;Has Chris Ballard screwed this up beyond his own ability to repair it? &nbsp;</p> <p>If the Colts fire Frank Reich, is there a decent coach in the NFL at any level who who covet the job? &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers host Marian Tomorrow - sign up for and cancelling BTN+ is simple, and I explain how! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers tonight at Washington without Rick Carlisle who will be at his daughter's senior night! &nbsp;</p> <p>Hardwood Harry predicts weekend games including Colts versus Commanders!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Shaquille Leonard sounds like he's ready to rock n roll against Washington! Says Matt Ryan not to blame, but team behind helping Sam Ehlinger succeed. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Commanders are a good opponent for Ehlinger to open against. &nbsp;Washington doesn't score much or force turnovers! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers open season with exhibition against Marian tomorrow at 3p - only on BTN+, which will cost $9.95 for the month! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers tonight in Washington, and Myles Turner MUST be better!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>"Sam Ehlinger - Indy Gunslinger" is a film treatment that will thrill or depress Colts and film fans! &nbsp;Is Frank Reich a hero or villain? &nbsp;What about Chris Ballard? &nbsp;Shaq Leonard was full go at practice - will he be in the film at all. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>AND - The definitive guide to enjoying the final 10 games of the season is also included absolutely free of charge! &nbsp;The key - managing expectations, which is something Colts owner Jim Irsay has had trouble with!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Sam Ehlinger and Matt Ryan said all the right things - if Ehlinger process and throws as well as he talks, Colts win Sunday! &nbsp;Frank Reich still chafing at questions about why Ehlinger over Foles. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:10) Colts buyers or sellers at the Deadline on Tuesday? &nbsp;How about neither! &nbsp;Are they one player away? Do the Colts have the one player someone else will covet? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:35) Hoosiers first three events only on BTN+, which will cost you $9.95 for the month! &nbsp;First exhibition Saturday at 3p vs. Marian! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:19) Pacers lose by 15 as Myles Turner returns!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Sam Ehlinger's first game as a starter will be a triumph if it goes as well as his first media availability as a starter. &nbsp;Frank Reich had to tell his team the best path to winning is with Ehlinger not 18 hours after telling the media, "Matt's our quarterback!" &nbsp;Not an enviable position. &nbsp;Reich also said the focus is on winning the AFC South, and that Matt Ryan is rehabbing the shoulder, and the decision as to whether he will be the backup will be made when he is healthy. &nbsp;Ryan says he is focused on rehabbing the shoulder and helping Sam "in every way possible." &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:49) Indiana's 2023 football schedule unfair - AGAIN! &nbsp;(at 13:19) Pacers fans - and investors - should look for a backdoor cover tonight in Chicago!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>