<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>

<p>Colts with Sam Ehinger as starter favored by three! &nbsp;Colts are 3-3-1 - no time to be a seller at the deadline in a week! &nbsp;Gus Bradley has gotten ready for Taylor Heinecke before! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:39) PFF grades for Colts offensive line tell the story of a unit that needs to improve immediately! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:30) Indiana Basketball SID J.D. Campbell is on the mend! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:00) Pacers play the Bulls in Chicago tonight and are -8 - a big enough number for a sweet backdoor cover!</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 won four bowl games at Texas and compares statistically with Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson! He also compares with Brock Purdy! &nbsp;&nbsp;Colts hope is a not a sin! &nbsp;No downside to believing in Ehlinger and the Colts defense coming through Sunday against an equally challenged offense. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:45) What does Frank Reich feel like in the Colts Complex? &nbsp;I've been there - sort of. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:18) Should Jonathan Taylor get 30-35 carries Sunday? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 15:18) Colts have won four straight against Washington dating back to the Peyton Manning Era!</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 as quarterback must have different offense! &nbsp;Frank Reich says decision was made by Jim Irsay, Chris Ballard, and himself, but Irsay had the biggest vote. &nbsp;Does it make sense that the Colts spent $4M guaranteed on Reich's guy Nick Foles but elevate Ehlinger? &nbsp;ESPN's Louis Riddick says Colts are biggest disappointment of the season and that the offensive line has been bludgeoned. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:30) Bears end Zappe Hour a little bit early for the Patriots last night! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:06) Jim Nantz will call his last Final Four this year in Houston. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:30) Pacers lose to 76ers because the Sixers hit threes and the Colts didn't. &nbsp;Basketball is an easy game. &nbsp;Make shots - win!</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 either prove he's ready to start in the NFL - or he will prove he isn't! &nbsp;He is now one of 32 NFL starting quarterbacks. &nbsp;</p> <p>Was Jim Irsay the decision maker? &nbsp;Was it Chris Ballard? &nbsp;Was it Frank Reich? &nbsp;Maybe it was a combination of all three.</p> <p><br></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's pick six was the lone touchdown for the Titans, and that lost the Colts the game - and maybe the division. &nbsp;Discarding him will be expensive. &nbsp;</p> <p>That pick six was directly caused by an egregious no-call on the previous play, and that's how the NFL works. &nbsp;One play leads to the next. &nbsp;Complaining about the no-call kept Frank Reich from doing his other job, and that led to the interception. &nbsp;And that is why Reich should allow Marcus Brady to call plays! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Football provides Rutgers first Big 10 home win in five years! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers tonight in Philly. &nbsp;They are fun again.</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 not a championship level quarterback, and it's hard to make the case Frank Reich can win a championship after the Colts lose 19-10 to the Titans. &nbsp;</p> <p>Good teams make plays and good coaches instill toughness. &nbsp;The Titans had that coach and made winning plays 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>Colts hopes to win the AFC South likely require beating the Titans. &nbsp;Ryan throwing quickly, Frank Reich not overthinking, Jonathan Taylor being efficient in his return, and the defense holding Derrick Henry under 100 yards - all critical in coming home with a win! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:22) Indiana plays for its bowl life tomorrow at Rutgers. &nbsp;Can Tom Allen get the Hoosiers straightened out? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:44) Indiana Pacers host Romeo Langford and Doug McDermott tonight! &nbsp;&nbsp;(14:04) 49ers get fleeced in trade for Christian McCaffrey!</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 may be close to full health as JT and Shaq were full at practice today. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Colts outscore opponents a ton in the fourth quarter, and the Titans are just as good early in games! &nbsp;How can the Colts flip the script early while maintaining their ability to finish like champs! &nbsp;</p> <p>Zaire Franklin says the Titans reflect the toughness of their coach, which seems just about right! &nbsp;</p> <p>Trayce Jackson-Davis &nbsp;named second team All-American by CBS. &nbsp;That award has no meaning if not matched with a Final Four MVP! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball's first exhibition coming in just nine days!</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 have lost four straight to Mike Vrabel and the Titans. &nbsp;The scheme is easy - must throw AND control the ball. &nbsp;Vrabel will not let Jonathan Taylor beat him. &nbsp;He will always not let the Titans beat themselves, so the Colts need to play mistake free football too! &nbsp;</p> <p>Ben Mathurin's debut off the bench for the Pacers was excellent, but they lost by seven to the Wizards. &nbsp;One thing learned is that Mathurin is a starter. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana and Kentucky appear determined to resurrect their annual series in either 24-25 or 25-26, and that's good for college basketball - especially the Hoosiers who will enjoy hammering the Wildcats!</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 was limited in practice today, and so was Jonathan Taylor! &nbsp;What does that mean for Sunday against the Titans? &nbsp;</p> <p>Sam Ehlinger said there was a package for him to run against the Jaguars, but he was unsure as to whether it would be in for the Titans game. &nbsp;</p> <p>Dan Dakich had Dane Fife in studio today for some great Indiana Basketball related radio. &nbsp;Fife said something important and worth sharing about basketball. &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers opening game tonight, and fans MUST dial back expectations or face grim disappointment!</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>Jim Irsay stood alone among NFL owners calling for the removal of Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder - and he was right to do it. &nbsp;Don Van Natta's ESPN piece showed Snyder to be a rogue actor and poor steward of a once great franchise. &nbsp;</p> <p>Colts must win Sunday if they hope to win the AFC South, and here are seven reasons to believe winning is the likely result Sunday in Nashville! &nbsp;Will Jonathan Taylor play? &nbsp;</p> <p>Optimism Wednesday continues with a look at the Indiana Pacers, who open the regular season tonight! &nbsp;Youth and low expectations top the list of reasons to hope the Pacers can complete!</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 turned it over twice in the first matchup against the Titans, and Jonathan Taylor fumbled once too. &nbsp;Colts need to secure and move the ball to win in Nashville and take control of the AFC South on Sunday. &nbsp;</p> <p>Titans are coming off a bye, and have been dominant in that situation under Mike Vrabel, outscoring opponents 132-50 with a 4-0 record. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Pacers ready to learn and grow in the season of change. &nbsp;For now, the starting lineup is Tyrese Haliburton, Chris Duarte, Buddy Hield, Jalen Smith, and Myles Turner with Bennedict Mathurin coming off the bench. &nbsp;That lineup can win games, but Turner and Hield are likely short-timers!</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 are 3-2-1 in a virtual tie for first place, but they have been behind in every single game at the two-minute warning! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Titans are very similar to the Colts in several ways, and the best news for the Colts is that the best scheme to attack the Titans is what Matt Ryan did to the Jaguars! &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers ranked 13th in the preseason. &nbsp;Need to hit threes at a higher level to justify that faith! &nbsp;Xavier Johnson and Jordan Geronimo must ball out for Mike Woodson!</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 six games in - time to grade Matt Ryan as QB and all position groups. &nbsp;Guess what - 3-2-1 is not an honor roll start and so the grades reflect that! &nbsp;Carson&nbsp;</p> <p>Wentz out 4-6 weeks which will make his getting to 70% of the Commanders' snaps a close call! &nbsp;I tell you why that matters! &nbsp;</p> <p>Steve Wilks, the Carolina Panthers interim coach, is not playing games. &nbsp;Just ask Robbie Anderson! &nbsp;</p> <p>Titans will build a $2.2 billion dome, which makes the Indianapolis deal to build Lucas Oil Stadium all the 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>Matt Ryan's record breaking day leads Colts to huge 34-27 win over Jaguars. &nbsp;Colts allowed Trevor Lawrence to complete over 90% of his passes, the Jags ran for 242 yards, and the Colts won because Ryan got hot when it counted! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Colts @Titans game next Sunday looms HUGE as the winner will take the lead in the AFC South!</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 and Julian Blackmon are questionable for the key game at Lucas Oil Stadium against the Jaguars. &nbsp;</p> <p>Frank Reich was asked by the great Kevin Bowen whether Sam Ehlinger is going to dress Sunday - which unraveled means, "Hey, are you thinking about benching Matt Ryan?" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Colts haven't lost at home against the Jags since 2017, so that's good, right? &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers tonight against Eric Gordon and the Rockets! &nbsp;Bennedict Mathurin is FUN to watch. &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers with a chance Saturday to put themselves back into the bowl conversation with a Memorial Stadium win against Maryland!</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 will try to lead the Colts offense to competence - and a win against the Jaguars. &nbsp;Ryan hasn't been great, but he's better than Carson Wentz or Justin Fields were last night, right? &nbsp;</p> <p>Pro Football Focus shows both the Colts and Jaguars as untalented offensively. &nbsp;</p> <p>Ron Rivera went off last night in defending Wentz, and that played worse than his early in the week honesty about Wentz! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers tonight at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. &nbsp;Eric Gordon comes home to Indy! &nbsp;Guess how much money the former Mr. Basketball has earned in the NBA. &nbsp;Bet your guess is low!</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>