<p>Colts part ways with WR D.J. Montgomery and DT Caeveon Patton as they are now eight days from trimming the roster to 53. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 6:17) My explanations as to why Sam Ehlinger is the third string QB have not compelled you to belive me, and that must be my failing. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:20) Pacers ranked fourth from the bottom by ESPN as the rebuild of Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the Pacers roster hit the home stretch! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 14:52) Hoosiers first opponent will have one game already under their belts when they hook up with Indiana in 11 days! &nbsp;https://busr.com/kent</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 is the fan favorite as third string QBs always are in the preseason! &nbsp;Michael Strahan had a nice game against back-ups against the Lions. &nbsp;Projecting them as starters - or even back-ups shows flawed logic with one preseason game left! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cuts tomorrow for Colts. &nbsp;They will get the roster down to 80 by 4p. &nbsp;The question about Ehlinger is whether the Colts try to practice &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:25) Hagerstown back in action at the Little League World Series at 3p today against Tennesee! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:09) At least one Indiana State football among three killed in a car crash on SR 46 in Riley. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:58). Cubs have won five straight series - five-game series against the Cardinals starts tonight!</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 with a stellar day! Dez Patmon and Mike Strachan flashed too as the Colts second and third units moved the ball. &nbsp;The final truly and utterly meaningless preseason game is behind us - did anyone earn a roster or practice squad spot 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>Sam Ehlinger is going to shine tomorrow! &nbsp;Fans will shout for him to be the backup instead of Nick Foles - and so it is always when a third string QB plays in the preseason! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 2:08) Rick Venturi is a treasure for Colts fans and media alike. &nbsp;He's is a special teacher of the game, and I share a rule of thumb Rick employs to see who the Colts will keep on the final roster! &nbsp;</p> <p>Will Matt Ryan finally be the quarterback who can win an opener for the Colts for the first time since 2013? That's almost six year prior to Andrew Luck's retirement! &nbsp;I'm bullish on Matt being that guy. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:10) Yannicvk Ngakoue is awesome on Twitter, but he needs to get to the opposing quarterback a bunch too! &nbsp;Kickers will be worth watching tomorrow too.</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 and most Colts starters will get tomorrow off, but jobs will be won or lost! &nbsp;August-19 is a virus that will continue to spread tomorrow, but a 100% effective vaccine will be distributed on September 11! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 6:10) Seven things Colts fans should look for tomorrow when the Lions visit Lucas Oil Stadium! &nbsp;A winning score is not one of them! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:00) Bears fans should celebrate now because the regular season will not be kind! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:40) Hagerstown wins, and so can youth baseball kids you coach if you follow my advice. &nbsp;</p> <p>(12:19) Deshaun Watson just doesn't get it, so what good can counseling do?</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 says about Quenton Nelson extension, "I see that getting done." &nbsp;He singled out Tennessee as the team the Colts need to beat to win the AFC South. &nbsp;Is Irsay talking as he does a reason the Colts win or lose? &nbsp;Likely not, but it seems not to be a big help. &nbsp;Drew Ogletree likely tore his ACL yesterday, so one of the BIG plusses of camp so far is going to be shelved for quite a while. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 9:45) Michael Pittman needs to mimic hockey legend Gordie Howe when frustrated by an opponent. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:15) Pac-12 schools will lose $13M each per year with USC and UCLA joining the Big 10. &nbsp;Merging with the remnants of the Big 12 would only involve more schools in their cash flow problem.</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 says about Ogletree knee injury, "It didn't look good." &nbsp;Matt Ryan was almost perfect today - 10-of-11 with three touchdowns. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 3:39) If you want Reich fired if the Colts don't make the playoffs. &nbsp;A look at the 10 new NFL head coaches only has one I would take over Reich, so be carefull what you wish for! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:24) Jim Irsay did his impression today of Don Ameche in the Ron Howard film Cocoon! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:38) Indiana Pacers schedule was released today - regular season opens with three home games; the first is against the Wizards on October 19. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 12:29) LeBron James signed a two year extension to stay with the Lakers that will pay him $97.1 million!</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>Detroit Lions bring their star vacant roster to Grand Park for two days of work with the Colts! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 3:48) Three things NEED to happen for Colts receivers to carry their weight toward a Super Bowl! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 7:36) Jim Irsay and Matt Ryan agree the time for Colts to win a championship is NOW! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>(at 10:41) IU's Memorial Stadium to be renovated, but don't get excited - or angry! &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 13:05) White Sox rolling because Tony LaRussa didn't forget a thing!</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>Isaiah Ford, Michael Young out at wide receiver - Michael Strachan activated off PUP. &nbsp;Lions coming to Grand Park tomorrow, and they will be here to compete - just as every team would. &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 2:45) Colts are -125 to win the AFC South! &nbsp;Are you better off taking longer odds on the Jaguars? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 8:07) Colts lost all four of their "coin-flip" games last season. &nbsp;Was it because of coaching, QB play, soft defenses late? &nbsp;</p> <p>(at 11:05) Indiana's shift of Donaven McCulley from QB to wide receiver - will it work? &nbsp;</p> <p>AND Dave Calabro buzzes the house in Chopper 13!</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 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>