<p>Matt Ryan knows his job is to be ready in Houston September 11th, not August 13th in Buffalo. &nbsp;All Colts work is designed to max out chance to beat Texans, so DO NOT believe what you see this Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium against the Lions. &nbsp;Colts staff of assistant position coaches is excellent. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:59) Frank Reich needs to stop the reverse engineering of winning. &nbsp;It just doesn't work. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:43) Tiger Woods will meet with PGA Tour pro's about how they can make the tour stronger. &nbsp;Will they listen? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:48) White Sox television product is so superior to the Cubs, I'm watching the Sox more than the Cubs - and that's ridiculous!</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>Preseason games are about improvement, not victory! &nbsp;Wrapping yourself in the frustration of losing or the pride of winning after a preseason game is absurd. &nbsp;Believing Colts wide receivers have a lot of improving to do appears to be very wise though! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 8:47) Rodrigo Blankenship takes the lead in the Colts kick-in through Jake Verity's miss, and while he shouldn't hope for Verity misses, he also shouldn't regret benefitting from them. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:28) Aqib Talib's brother is under arrest for murdering an opposing youth football coach, which is just awful. &nbsp;Adults continue to be the worst part of youth sports, and this is a hideous episode that maybe can pivot us toward understanding what youth sports is all about. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 15:00) Pete Carill, the coach of perennial thrilling NCAA Tournament underdog Princeton, dies at 92.</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 preseason opening loss lacks excellence, but that's the point. &nbsp;Frank Reich says Matt Ryan "sharp" - I beg to differ. &nbsp;Kylen Granson, Jelani Woods, and Andrew Ogletree look like a good group of tight ends. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:28) Why the Colts will practice starters against the Lions but not play them on Saturday in front of paying customers is a solid question! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:45) Indiana Fever season comes to a wretched end. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:15) Indiana Football undecided on a starting quarterback, which brings to mind an old saying about starting quarterbacks. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:03) Albert Pujols lifts Cardinals to key win over Brewers!</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 over/under for wins is 1/2 game more than last year's total of nine. &nbsp;Are Ryan over Wentz, Ngakoue over Muhammad, and Gilmore over Rhodes enough to get the Colts a 10th win? &nbsp;Pierce, Woods, Raimann, and Cross are unknowns, but they could help too! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:43) Ohio State is the best football program in the Big 10 by such a huge margin it might be time to relegate them up to the SEC! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:26) Indiana is a five-point favorite to open with a win against Illinois. &nbsp;Is anyone ready to invest in a Hoosier team winless in the Big 10 over the last 20 months?</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 will continue to prepare for the season in tomorrow night's preseason opener! &nbsp;For Matt Ryan, it's all about timing - but for the tight ends it might be about which three of four are kept. &nbsp;Roster spots are at stake, and that is more important than the score. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:53) Butler Basketball had a perfect trip to Europe, and it wasn't just about the 4-0 record. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:12) If Indiana Football is ready to win, we will find out three weeks from tonight! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:13) Cubs won in Iowa, but the highlight came prior to the game! &nbsp;Whether you say "Have a catch" or "Play catch" depends upon where you grew up!</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 might just be the perfect quarterback for these Colts - as long as Yannick Ngakoue and Kwity Paye can get to the opposing QB. &nbsp;Frank Reich still unsettled about the kicker. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:55) Bill Russell's #6 being retired across the NBA, which means Lance Stephenson will always be the best remembered #6 for the Pacers. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:00) Coors Light now the official beer of IU Athletics! &nbsp;(at 14:00) Butler wins final game of Italy/Greece trip to finish 4-0.</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 is working hard to play in the opener! &nbsp;Frank Reich wants consistency in his history, which is like wanting a car that rolls forward. &nbsp;Matt Ryan will now play a quarter or a little less Saturday night. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 4:30) Result of Buffalo game meaningless - resist the temptation to care about winning or losing! &nbsp;Decision to hold Colts out for the Lions game is ridiculous. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:29) Victor Oladipo tweets to Pacers fans about Indiana's "delusional" front office. &nbsp;Why can't he just let it go?</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>Optimism Wednesday is for best case scenario indulgence, and Matt Ryan being sacked less than 40 times would unlock a lot of doors. &nbsp;Kwity Paye and Yannick Ngakoue getting double digit sacks would close doors for the opposition! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:36) Colts GM Chris Ballard told Dan Dakich today that "media criticism never bothers me!" &nbsp;I should believe him, but can't because he claimed it doesn't. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:20) What to watch for against the Bills? &nbsp;How about injuries - that's it. &nbsp;Nothing else will matter - especially not the score! &nbsp;</p> <p>Want a tip - given the choice to bet the Colts to win the AFC South at -125 and the Jags at +700, I take the Jags all day long.</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 defense was outscored 157-97 in the fourth quarter last year, and it cost them a trip to the playoffs, and maybe the Super Bowl! &nbsp;Gus Bradley has come to Indy to change that, and he better. &nbsp;No practice today, and that works because the weather is terrible in central Indiana! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:14) Butler plays a pro team in Greece at 8:30a this morning and you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEDPrSWP544&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:47) Cubs saying goodbye to Jason Heyward - and it's about time. &nbsp;Fans love the story of his pep talk during the Game 7 rain delay, but it would have been nice to see him hit a little bit too! &nbsp;www.busr.ag</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>Each year we buy into the Colts being better, and in five of the last seven seasons the Colts finished outside the playoffs. &nbsp;Is this finally one of the few years where we know what we are talking about. &nbsp;Whether the supposed upgrades are actual upgrades will tell the tale! &nbsp;</p> <p>Is Ryan better than Wentz? &nbsp;How about Pryor over Fisher? Gilmore over Ya-Sin or Pierce over Hilton? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 15:47) Pete Rose is the impossible topic! If you favor Rose going into the Hall of Fame, you reward an inveterate gambler and a guy who dated a 16-year-old when in his 30s. &nbsp;Yikes!</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>Pierce is being challenges on his release by some very grabby cornerbacks! &nbsp;Stephon Gilmore is balling and the defense remains ahead of the offense. &nbsp;Drops don't phase Matt Ryan as much as mental mistakes. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 8:25) Ethan Fernea commits the cardinal sin in training camp after a little dustup with cornerback Tony Brown. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:15) Goose Gossage shares his perspective on baseball and life at New Albany Sports Social!</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, not perfect, but good. &nbsp;Colts defense was not perfect, but they were good too! &nbsp;Andrew Ogletree has performed very well over the first nine days of camp. &nbsp;So have several others! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 7:24) Shaq Leonard is one of the best linebackers in the NFL, but some of his production has declined over his four years as a Colt. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:35) Pacers rookie class plus Goga Bitadze to sign a lot of autographs this weekend! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:23) Purdue loses top 2023 basketball recruit. &nbsp;Is NIL costing the Boilermakers? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:33) Brittney Griner gets nine years, which is absurd. &nbsp;International travelers need to learn from Griner - law &amp; order is different in other countries. &nbsp;We need to either stay home or follow the rules where we travel.</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 vague about a return date for Shaquille Leonard, but insists he is making great progress. &nbsp;Rodrigo Blankenship makes a 56-yarder in practice - the kicker might be the season maker or breaker this year. &nbsp;Storms in the offing - practice today could be moved indoors. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:12) Adam Vinatieri named NFL's best kicker - only Colts on a list without so many of the best ever. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:55) Phil Mickelson and other LIV greed merchants suing the PGA because rich guys always refuse to accept consequences. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:22) Cubs will allow Willson Contreras to walk with a measly draft pick as compensation. &nbsp;Given how the Cubs waste draft picks, that's not ideal.</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>First practice in pads was dominated by the defense, which is both good and bad news. &nbsp;Kwity Paye tweaked his ankle, but returned to work. &nbsp;Sterling Weatherford continues to look like an NFL linebacker. &nbsp;Stephon Gilmore has been really good through one week of camp. &nbsp;Marcel Dabo gets pick. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:43) Some deranged media person believes Jonathan Taylor is like the next coming of Fred Taylor, which is bonkers - no offense to Fred Taylor.&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:45) Odell Beckham Jr. will never become a Colt. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:57) Cubs deal closer David Robertson to the Phillies for their #7 prospect - a 6'6" pitcher with a plus fastball.</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>Reggie Wayne trying to unlock Alec Pierce's best self by getting him to forgive his mistakes. &nbsp;Colts workouts continue today - and we should see the team in pads for the first time. &nbsp;Kwity Paye needs to take a big step up! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:40) Can Indiana find a way to beat Illinois one month from today? &nbsp;Tom Allen has yet to name a starting quarterback, which is a source of worry. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:23) Butler traveling to Italy and Greece for basketball and bonding. &nbsp;They need to reassert relevance in the Big East in Thad Matta's first year back. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:56) Jalen Haralson of Fishers would be a great get for Mike Woodson's Hoosiers. &nbsp;He and his family visited Assembly Hall yesterday. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:50) Cubs deal Effross - should be busy selling off assets prior to today's 6p trade deadline.</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 Camp features only four position battles! &nbsp;Rest of the spots are locked down, barring health issues. &nbsp;Tight end, corner, TE, and safety are interesting at different levels. &nbsp;</p> <p>Colts valuation ranked 26th at $3.245 billion. &nbsp;Is 26th good? &nbsp;Maybe not, but $3.245B is a sweet pile of cash! &nbsp;Cowboys first at better than $7B! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:00) Indiana lost out on Cathedral's Xavier Booker, but one-and-dones tend to be as disruptive as they are helpful! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:35) Cubs most recent fire sale is a disgrace. &nbsp;ESPN's Jeff Passan calls Indiana University "University of Indiana," so he's dead to me!</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>Campbell, Ryan, Julian Blackmon, Nick Cross, Eric Johnson, Sterling Weatherford, and Forrest Rhyne look good through first week of Colts Camp. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:34) Deshaun Watson suspended for six weeks as a result of allegations of sexual misconduct. &nbsp;Is that enough to keep Roger Goodell from appeal the suspension to himself? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:13) Bill Russell, a great champion in basketball, civil rights, and humanity, passes away at age 88. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:21) Willson Contreras and Ian Happ likely play their final games for the Cubs as the tear down of the 2016 World Champions continues.</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>Gilmore is helping rookie Alec Pierce learn how to get off the line, and Ryan is holding the offense accountable for mistakes no matter how small. &nbsp;The Colts seem to actually buy into Pagano's well worn "iron sharpens iron" &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Tomorrow night's practice - the first in pads - is an early test open to the public at Grand Park!</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>Practice ending 10 minutes early is due to Matt Ryan pushing the tempo - Colts are running same number of plays, just quicker! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chris Ballard displays all characteristics of a strong manager - all that is left is for his Colts to win big. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:45) Dan Dakich calls himself a "sneaky good guy." &nbsp;Indy Radio's sports voice is wrong - he's not sneaky at all.</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 training camp is rolling and one day in we have seen organization, focus, energy, and speed from Michael Pittman, Jonathan Taylor, Nyheim Hines, EJ Speed, Julian Blackmon and more. &nbsp;One workout in, it's not time to get hyper-excited, but so far, so good. &nbsp;What was good, bad, and requires monitoring moving forward at Grand Park? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:04) Is Tom Allen the right coach to lead a rebound from 2-10 to the 8-5 and 6-2 seasons that the Hoosiers enjoyed in 2019 and 2020?</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>Julio Jones might have been the missing piece, but he is now a Tampa Bay Buc. &nbsp;That doesn't worry Chris Ballard, who said yesterday that he was never interested in Jones, but signed Isaiah Ford. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 6:50) The position battle between cornerbacks Isaiah Rodgers and Brandon Facyson needs to be won by Rodgers - and it will be. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:04) Jerry Jones cannot keep his mouth shut, so the Cowboys will continue to drift in mediocrity. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:34) Tom Allen has yet to tab a starter at quarterback for IU Football, but Connor Bazelak is the favorite as camp is set to begin.</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>The Maniac is now the ManiShaq! &nbsp;Darius told the media that he has always hated being called Darius! &nbsp;Kenny Moore is ready to play - and is not thinking about a contract. &nbsp;Nyheim Hines wants a personal best in catches - which means more than 63! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chris Ballard says reports he spoke to anyone about Julio Jones were wrong, but that the door is still open to a possible return of TY Hilton. &nbsp;Kwity Paye was hampered as a rookie by a bad left eye. &nbsp;It has been corrected, and so he expects to be better as a sophomore!</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 is a huge upgrade over Carson Wentz, and so are Stephon Gilmore and Yannick Ngakoue at their positions. &nbsp;Chris Ballard will talk today - and will be asked about a contract extension for Quenton Nelson. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:40) David Ellis leaves the Indiana Football program as Big 10 Media Days begin! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:30) Pacers cannot trade for Russell Westbrook, regardless of whether it's for the diminishing player or the $47M contract. &nbsp;And they should not tank for Victor Wembanyama! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:17) Chicago Cubs win fifth straight, and if Tom Glavine can't watch a full game, how can we?</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>Kenny Moore is not going to spend $50K per day to make a point that would go unheard - so he will report tomorrow with the rest of the Colts! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 5:02) Wide receiver, left tackle and cornerback will be positions of intense interest as workouts begin Wednesday! &nbsp;Pryor vs. Raimann will be worth watching, and Stephon Gilmore, Isaiah Rodgers, and Moore we need to match up well with Pittman, Pierce, and Campbell! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:45) Chicago Bears orange helmets are a disgrace to a once proud franchise! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:27) Butler Basketball preparing for a crucial trip to Italy and Greece!</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>Darius Leonard and three others on PUP as camp kicks off tomorrow! &nbsp;Colts acquire Pats defensive tackle. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 4:50) Indianapolis Colts all-time starters list features only three current players. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:00) Tennessee Football faces 18 Level One NCAA violations, and may face penalties as soon as 2030! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:38) Butler Basketball to travel to Italy and Greece in one week. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:30) Cubs sweep Phillies to remain undefeated after the all-star break!</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>