<p>Colts fans need a reason to believe in their team after the MNF debacle, and they will get plenty against the Texans. &nbsp;Pacers were down three starters last night, but found a way to beat Memphis. &nbsp;Chris Duarte continues to shine. &nbsp;IU's Memorial Stadium will open 30 minutes early to help spread the crowd for Saturday's game against #10 Michigan 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>Explaining the Colts defensive woes is easy, but finding the person responsible - well, that's easy too. &nbsp;Looking ahead at the schedule, finding a reason for hope is easy too! &nbsp;Pacers tonight on Bally Sports - finally! &nbsp;Adam Schefter's email to Bruce Allen shows his willingness to build a relationship at the expense of journalistic integrity.</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 tweeted such a wildly optimistic prediction that I moved Optimism Wednesday to Thursday! &nbsp;Pacers tonight on TV - my thoughts on Chris Duarte are very optimistic, but my evaluation of Goga Bitadze as a future All-Star has shifted. &nbsp;Indiana Basketball recruit Noah Clowney will announce his decision on Halloween.</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 need to shore up a massive area of need or there is no hope for a resurrection of their playoff hopes. &nbsp;Injury news not great for Xavier Rhodes, and what would a Colts game be without an injury to a Campbell!</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 lose a heartbreaker, so now what? &nbsp;How do they get to the playoffs from 1-4? &nbsp;Good news is that Carson Wentz was awesome &nbsp;Bad news is that Blankenship wasted it. &nbsp;Can Eberflus's bend don't break shell zone win in the NFL?</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>I had an 8K high definition vision this afternoon that the Colts beat the Ravens. &nbsp;Blankenship bangs a field goal through the uprights late in the game to give3 the Colts the edge. &nbsp;And for investors 0 the vision included Wentz running for more than 9.5 yards and completing more than 21.5 passes. &nbsp;Lamar Jackson will run more than 10.5 times, and the total score will rest just below 46.5 points! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Also, I unveil the best part of the Gainbridge Fieldhouse renovation!</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 the Colts to have a shot tonight, they need to stop the Ravens running and passing games, while taking the ball away and featuring Jonathan Taylor. &nbsp;Yep, that's about it! &nbsp;My heart is optimistic - but my brain can't find a way for these Colts to stop THAT Raven. &nbsp;Big 10 Media Day should fill IU fans with optimism. &nbsp;Defense and shooting will be the foundation for Hoosier Basketball under Mike Woodson, and Rob Phinisee is being taught that shooting is GOOD!</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>Lamar Jackson is the most singularly unique offensive talent in the NFL, and that is why stopping him has preoccupied Matt Eberflus for months! Colts defense will get back at least two starters from injury! Big 10 Media Day features both Matt Painter and Mike Woodson today as anticipation among IU and Purdue fans is highest in decades. &nbsp;Pacers tonight against Cavs - no Ben Simmons!</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>Rock the house! Kwity whining! and Khari the fight to Baltimore! Two Colts back at practice, and the other has Paye-d the price to play and might be good to go! &nbsp;Big 10 Media Days are here, and tomorrow we will here from IU's Mike Woodson and Purdue's Matt Painter their their championship dreams! &nbsp;Colts on Monday Night Football bugs me for four reason - the first three are in the podcast. &nbsp;The fourth is because Sunday will be boring!</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>Very intriguing stat about Jonathan Taylor might be the key to beating the Ravens Monday night! &nbsp;Will the Colts ever step out in midseason to make a deal that reflects urgency? &nbsp;Pacers deal Edmond Sumner to free up space under the tax threshold. &nbsp;Cardinal strand 11 runners, so they lose! &nbsp;White Sox, Red Sox, and Rams 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>Optimistic path from 1-3 to 10 wins and a playoff berth for the Colts likely includes a win Monday in Baltimore. &nbsp;Colts must sweep Texans and Jags, beat the Jets and Titans, and then beat three good teams. &nbsp;Jaylon Smith likely going to the Texans. &nbsp;Four great reasons the Pacers should NOT trade for Ben Simmons!</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 with reasons to love the matchup against the Ravens, seven reasons to love the 2021-2022 Indiana Pacers, and one great reason to believe the Hoosiers will not lose Saturday! &nbsp;We also celebrate home runs by former Cubs greats Kyle Schwarber and Anthony Rizzo!</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 Colts schedule has not gotten easier. &nbsp;If they want to get to the playoffs, the Colts are going to have to beat some very good teams! &nbsp;The Big 10 threw a single IU game over the pay wall, so if you want to watch Indiana play Northern Illinois, it will cost you $10! &nbsp;Pacers open the preseason tonight - without TV. &nbsp;Tony La Russa and Dusty Baker will face each other in the ALDS Thursday, and use their combined 149 years of life experience and 58 years as managers to beat each other!</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 gives down low on new injuries, and explains the 4th &amp; 1 try toward the end of the first half. &nbsp;Unsure it will make more sense to some given the information shared. &nbsp;Does Reich know when TY Hilton might return? &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Michael Penix is week-to-week, so it's good the Hoosiers are off this week! &nbsp;Urban Meyer apologizes for the strange blonde grinder!</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 fans compare Carson Wentz to Andrew Luck, but yesterday he and Jacoby Brissett looked bore a resemblance as the Colts won their first game of the season. &nbsp;Pacers should not trade for an unhappy 6'10 point forward who can't (and won't) shoot. &nbsp;Indianapolis is all full up on Philly athletes in need of a second chance! &nbsp;Hoosier Hysteria brings sweet nostalgia. &nbsp;IU Football turns back the clock to a dark chapter.</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>After a rough start, the Colts finally got rolling and earned their first win of the season. &nbsp;Jacoby Brissett did for the Dolphins what earned him a bus ticket out of Indy with dinks, dunks, and sacks. &nbsp;Carson Wentz was good enough, and so was Jonathan Taylor. &nbsp;An injury came at a bad time to a player the Colts would hate to have to replace.</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>Five starters were ruled out by Frank Reich, but both Carson Wentz and Jonathan Taylor are questionable. &nbsp;Can they beat the thoroughly mediocre Dolphins led by backup Jacoby Brissett? &nbsp;Does Indiana have any chance to upset Penn State - again? &nbsp;Hoosier Hysteria will give fans a meaningless peek at Indiana under Mike Woodson! Ivan O'Idol gives a six-pack of locks for sports investors!</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>Mike Woodson told his team in practice they need to compete with urgency, and that should speak to the Colts and football Hoosiers too. &nbsp;Colts need to run 35 times and make Jacoby Brissett uncomfortable with blitzes and disguised coverages. &nbsp;Hoosiers likely to have a tough time in Misery Valley. &nbsp;BTN+ to stream Hoosier Hysteria, but it is going to cost you $10 minimum!</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 just never seem to get healthy, so there is always upheaval, distraction, poor focus, and most importantly a loss of talent. &nbsp;Who's injury has been most important? &nbsp;I will tell you who, why, and give a give reason why it's not really his fault!</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 injury report is long, while their opponents is short - for what seems like the 134th week! &nbsp;But Carson Wentz is go for Sunday! The NCAA makes a hollow and inexpensive gesture to gender equity. &nbsp;The Ricketts Family has quickly become the worst owners in Chicago sports, and that is not easy!</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 is way better this week than last, but a significant number of starters did not practice today or were limited! &nbsp;Chris Ballard did the absolute right thing by not signing an expensive back-up quarterback. &nbsp;Indiana Basketball just feels like it is back. &nbsp;We'll see if that's the case, but they are another 40+ days from a potential loss, so let's enjoy it. &nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>(BTW - In the podcast, I make a rare error. &nbsp;Jacob Eason has not spent a single day in his year-plus pro career on the Colts practice squad.)</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 Colts ARE going to beat Jacoby Brissett this Sunday! &nbsp;Mike Woodson is going to win at IU this winter - and the Hoosiers will return to the NCAA Tournament! IU Football provides a smart investment opportunity Saturday! &nbsp;The Pacers are deep where injuries have hot them! &nbsp;Optimism Wednesday is the day when all good things transform from possible to likely!</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 Mack wants to leave, but he's more valuable here than what a team might pony up for him, sorry Marlon! &nbsp;Caris LeVert has a stress fracture in his back, so he will be on the shelf until the start of the regular season - at least. &nbsp;Dan Dakich and Outback seem to be a perfect marriage. &nbsp;Toward the end of the video, the greatest Dick Vitale impression ever!</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>Rock Ya-Sin is finally playing well - and now he's hurt? More injury news for the Colts - Hilton making progress, but Nelson's ankle a problem. &nbsp;Pacers Media Day brings joy to fans, and Rick Carlisle will bring wins to Pacers! &nbsp;Mike Woodson has Hoosiers dreaming big!</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>How could Frank Reich claim "full confidence" and have "zero doubt" in Colts players and coaching staff? &nbsp;It's either a lie or the words of a madcap! The Carson Wentz trade will either validate the Ballard/Reich regime - or end it. &nbsp;Pacers get rolling tomorrow for Rick Carlisle - which is going to be different than being coached by the late Nate Bjorkgren.</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>