<p>Colts end the preseason tonight. &nbsp;Who wins isn't nearly as important as who plays and how well. &nbsp;These keys will help you focus on the decisions Chris Ballard and Frank Reich have to make as Tuesday's cuts loom!</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 @ Lions will be a three-hour episode of NFL American Idol! &nbsp;Who catches your eye and makes you feel good about his chances? We'll see together! &nbsp;The Colts COVID List grows. &nbsp;Big 10 Football kicks off tomorrow with the worst game the conference could have picked! Cubs take the Red Line to the South Side all weekend to try to ruin the White Sox party!</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 third preseason game is always a bit of a football themed episode of American Idol, and so we will watch the Colts play the Lions in a battle for a meaningless win, but very meaningful jobs. &nbsp;Want a hint as to who Chris Ballard and Frank Reich will keep. &nbsp;I tell you what to watch for in this video!</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>Carson Wentz has a winning overall record as a starting quarterback, but the Seahawks haven't helped in their four matchups. &nbsp;Colts and Detroit will sit starters tomorrow night. &nbsp;Can you predict IU Football to win more than seven games this year? &nbsp;Emoni Bates is headed to Memphis for seven months. &nbsp;The Pac-12 will refuse to acknowledge a desire to expand until Baylor and OK State call begging for an invitation!</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>Camp closes after four tumultuous weeks - is Carson Wentz ready to roll Friday in Detroit, or will Frank Reich wait for the regular season opener? Can Quenton Nelson be ready for the opener? Is there a point to the preseason at all? &nbsp;Former Indy Star columnist Robin Miller has died - his colleagues hold him in the highest esteem. &nbsp;Rachel Nichols done at ESPN, and The Jump is being canceled!</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>Carson Wentz reported the Colts Camp healthy, endured surgery, and today will leave camp healthy! Quenton Nelson and Ryan Kelly too! Kind of makes us feel silly for having the Jacob Eason vs. Sam Ehlinger debate, doesn't it? Indiana continues to recruit very well under undefeated Mike Woodson. &nbsp;Bears name Dalton starter as Pace and Nagy show their hand. Big 12 not entirely irrelevant.</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>Jalen Hood-Schifino is the third best combo guard nationally in the 2022 class and he's coming to Bloomington next year! &nbsp;Carson Wentz practiced for a second straight day - and looked good again despite a familiar mistake! Don't be fooled - Big 10, ACC, Pac-12 alliance about power and cash! &nbsp;Mr. Cub hit his final home run 50 years ago 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>If Carson Wentz's foot is OK today, all paths lead to starting September 12th. &nbsp;Jalen Hood-Schifino will either commit to Indiana Basketball of Tennessee today at 2p! &nbsp;IU and Notre Dame Football with three top 100 players each! Bama with 10 in the top 66! &nbsp;If Buffalo wants to keep the Bills, it's time to build a new stadium!</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>Carson Wentz came back to practice smiling and hot! &nbsp;Frank Reich said he was "really sharp!" &nbsp;How his foot feels tomorrow is key. &nbsp;And he was not wearing a mask at the media availability! &nbsp;Big Q and Ryan Kelly returned (limited) as well. &nbsp;Five-Star guard Jalen Hood-Schifino will announce his decision to attend IU (or Tennessee) tomorrow at 2p. &nbsp;Big 10 will call forfeits for teams that cannot play due to Covid.</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 back to work today, and Carson Wentz, Quenton Nelson, and Ryan Kelly will join their teammates - even if they are limited. &nbsp;When the Colts cut to their 53-man roster, vaccine status may be a criteria. &nbsp;Pacers released their schedule. &nbsp;Cubs swept by lowly Royal - if you attend games, you are part of the reason they lose.</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 gets his shot to lay claim to the backup quarterback position! &nbsp;He needs to make throws. &nbsp;Jacob Eason needs to move his feet. &nbsp;Indiana University Football has a chance in 15 days rot prove success can be consistent in Bloomington. &nbsp;High school football tonight all over the state.</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>If the Colts are going to the playoffs, winning two of the first three games is key. &nbsp;Which made the list as must wins? &nbsp;Is an intrasquad party like Hoosier Hysteria worthy of mention among games that really matter? &nbsp;How about IU, Purdue, and Notre Dame Football?</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>For a guy who has never taken a snap for the Colts, there is a lot of hate for Carson Wentz, and I don't get it! &nbsp;Mike Pegram of 247 Sports has never botched a prediction for a basketball recruit, and he predicts Jalen Hood-Schifino will go to Indiana. &nbsp;Brownsburg's Lance Lynn tossed for flipping his belt at an umpire. &nbsp;Nebraska Football is in the NCAA's crosshairs, which means a punishment may come as soon as 2027!</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>There are positions where the Colts should be expected to excel, and others where games might be lost. &nbsp;The strengths could take the Colts to a Super Bowl. &nbsp;Did Chris Ballard build a championship roster, or have his unique priorities led to Colts to mediocrity?</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>Wentz has been a top 10 QB - and not just in 2017 when he was an MVP candidate. &nbsp;Jalen Hood-Schifino is down to his final two - Indiana &amp; Tennessee. &nbsp;He's a top 25 recruit in the '22 class. &nbsp;Will he pick IU and Mike Woodson? &nbsp;Cubs losing streak stopped at 12 because Kyle Hendricks can still get people out!</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>Good news about Carson Wentz from respected source! Other Colts back at practice today include Kwity Paye and DeForest Buckner. &nbsp;Cubs owner Tom Ricketts to unveil plaque congratulating himself for "saving" Wrigley Field.</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 Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson are the right track, but won't say where that track leads! Ryan Kelly will return to practice later this week. &nbsp;Outrageous that the Ricketts Family to celebrate itself for "saving" Wrigley Field! &nbsp;Pacers finish Summer League in style.</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>If Carson Wentz can play September 12, all the arguing over Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger will have been a waste of time. &nbsp;Pro Football Focus ranking of Eason almost meaningless. &nbsp;Ryan Kelly and DeForest Buckner will practice this week!</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 Eason versus Ehlinger battle appears to have no likely winner! Indiana Basketball appears committed to defense in to wins in The Bahamas! Pacers Summer League action today at 3p. &nbsp;Chris Duarte appears ready to compete for a starting spot. &nbsp;Cubs have crashed, burned, and melted.</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>Advantage Sam Ehlinger in battle with Jacob Eason! &nbsp;Couple of non-fight fights as Colts and Panthers decide they don't care much for each other. &nbsp;Indiana Hoosiers tonight, but we can't watch!</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 looked really good yesterday throwing receivers open, but Carson Wentz moving around was the best news as we watched Colts QBs. &nbsp;Chris Duarte continues to look like an immediate contributor - if not starter - for the Pacers. &nbsp;White walk off the coolest game of the MLB season so far at the Field of Dreams. &nbsp;Hoosiers tonight vs. BC Mega in The Bahamas!</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 brought the fans to their feet at the joint practice between the Colts and the Panthers with a touchdown pass to Michael Strachan. &nbsp;Jacob Eason had some moments too. &nbsp;Carson Wentz - no boot, no limp. &nbsp;Kwity Paye, boot. &nbsp;Quenton Nelson, boot. &nbsp;Braden Smith back to work in practice.</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>Chris Mortensen with a vague and unsourced tweet about Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson that has Colts fans buzzing. &nbsp;IU Basketball on the court tomorrow and Sunday in exhibitions against Serbia's BC Mega. &nbsp;IU Football's Sampson James enters Portal again! Pacers tonight at 6p against Portland.</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 extends Chris Ballard and Frank Reich through 2026 - was it too soon? &nbsp;Kwity Paye hurt his ankle in today's practice - when with the injuries stop? &nbsp;Turner says he ballooned to 276 lbs. this offseason, but is now down to 255.</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>No public access to today's Colts practice - tomorrow and Friday Colts joint workouts with the Carolina Panthers. &nbsp;No hate for Eason, just hope that Wentz, Ehlinger or Eason is ready enough to win September 12! &nbsp;Pacers Duarte, Jackson, and Stanley shine in loss. &nbsp;Cubs swept. &nbsp;Tony Esposito - the greatest goalie in Chicago Blackhawks history dies at 78. &nbsp;Valpo changes name to Beacons.</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>