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Best of Friday 7/31: Sauce Gardner joins us + Colts practice 2 review & Cignetti drops bars! Jul 31, 2026

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00:00 – 28:16 – Colts sign a wide receiver, Deebo Samuel goes back to 49ers, Colts tryout Chase Claypool, how did Daniel Jones look yesterday?, Anthony Richardson’s clunky day, Richardson’s roster bonus due today and teams could trade for him tomorrow with much less financial burden, Curt Cignetti’s Big Ten media day quotes, his veiled shot at the SEC, Mooney Ward’s answers yesterday about how he contemplated retirement

28:17 – 41:21 – Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner joins us and reviews Kevin’s bucket hat, how it feels to get into his first Colts training camp, why he wants the ball thrown his way, why he wants to take on a leadership role and his desire to be a team captain, his real age, his relationship with Alec Pierce before the NFL, his favorite spot in Indy, the pressure of being an NFL corner, how his “Sauce” nickname came to be, does he feel like he has to prove himself in a Colts uniform

41:22 – 50:50 - ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and says he expects a packed practice crowd today, why he thinks the Colts could keep only four wide receivers on the roster into the season, Marion County tournament moves to Speedway

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Our interview with Colts CB Sauce Gardner! Jul 31, 2026

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Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner joins us and reviews Kevin’s bucket hat, how it feels to get into his first Colts training camp, why he wants the ball thrown his way, why he wants to take on a leadership role and his desire to be a team captain, his real age, his relationship with Alec Pierce before the NFL, his favorite spot in Indy, the pressure of being an NFL corner, how his “Sauce” nickname came to be, does he feel like he has to prove himself in a Colts uniform & more!

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Thursday 7:30 - Colts first practice recap, biggest takeaways + Mo Alie-Cox joins! Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 15:55 – We’re back at Colts camp, is Pluto a planet, thoughts from the Colts first practice: how did Daniel Jones look?, Pacers streaming deal incoming?, Jonathan Taylor and the want for a new contract, our conversation with Mo Alie-Cox coming later in the show, James’ 40 and the former Colt that reached out following his poor showing

15:56 – 22:20 – Morning Checkdown

22:21 – 49:08 – Biggest takeaways from the Colts first practice: the first look at Daniel Jone, Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard splitting reps, Kevin’s coffee question, other Colts notes from the first practice, Pacers potential streaming deal, Big Ten media day today, will Cignetti be more restrained?

49:09 -1:13:50 – Colts tight end Mo Alie-Cox joins us and discusses if he’s the longest tenured Colt on the roster, how he heads into camp after this many years in the league, his thoughts on Tyler Warren heading into Year 2, teammates with the best basketball skills, his World Cup experiences, his favorite local spots, Morning Checkdown

1:13:51 – 1:29:44 – Position groups that looked good and one that didn’t, concerns at wide receiver depth and talent, is a veteran signing possible, Terrion Arnold and the Colts, is there interest despite some very serious allegations?

1:29:45 – 1:37:09 – Kevin’s need for new shoes, Jonathan Owens caught Kevin’s eye yesterday,

1:37:10 – 2:04:58 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and discusses his binoculars and assesses the wide receiver room on Day 1 of Colts camp, impressions of Daniel Jones and why he has changed his mind on his timeline, his Brewers fandom, Morning Checkdown

2:04:59 – 2:13:51 - Second Colts practice getting about ready to start, what does Steichen want in his backup quarterback?

2:13:52 - 2:22:41 – Position battles as we near the second practice, Jake hops on to give his thoughts and preview what he has coming up

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Best of Thursday 7/30: Colts first practice recap, Mo Alie-Cox joins + Joel A. Erickson checks in! Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 26:54 – Biggest takeaways from the Colts first practice: the first look at Daniel Jone, Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard splitting reps, Kevin’s coffee question, other Colts notes from the first practice, Pacers potential streaming deal

26:55 – 40:21 - Colts tight end Mo Alie-Cox joins us and discusses if he’s the longest tenured Colt on the roster, how he heads into camp after this many years in the league, his thoughts on Tyler Warren heading into Year 2, teammates with the best basketball skills, his World Cup experiences, his favorite local spots

40:22 – 1:01:28 - IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and discusses his binoculars and assesses the wide receiver room on Day 1 of Colts camp, impressions of Daniel Jones and why he has changed his mind on his timeline, his Brewers fandom

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Wednesday 7/29: Colts first practice today, Ballard speaks + Pacers streaming news? Jul 29, 2026

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00:00 – 11:46 – The guys are back at Grand Park, they ask Marc about the final day of summer vacation before his kids go back to school and ask him to rank Zaxby’s, Arby’s and Wendy’s,

11:47 – 19:46 – Morning Checkdown

19:47 – 50:32 – The guys debate the start of Colts camp and what they heard yesterday from DeForest Buckner and Chris Ballard, what to expect in today’s practice, Ballard discusses not wanting a contract extension and the need to win, would he really not accept a contract extension if offered?

50:33 – 1:13:58 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and debates what should get fans excited for the 2026 season, Colts questions heading into the first practice, the secondary, DeForest Buckner’s status, what is the likelihood Anthony Richardson stays on the Colts at this point, any contract extensions during camp?, Morning Checkdown

1:13:59 – 1:26:50 – High school renovations, Kevin’s Wendy’s craving and seeing Robert Mathis yesterday, Laiatu Latu’s impact and expectations heading into this season, how many players have had double-digit sacks since the Colts last had one in 2019?

1:26:51 – 1:37:18 – Josh Downs on contract extension talks, can he be a legit No. 2 wide receiver?, the wide receiver room without Alec Pierce, Kevin’s cheerleading experience

1:37:19 – 2:04:22 – James runs the 40 and Kevin is disappointed, DeForest Buckner talks about being cleared for football activities, the Pacers may have a new streaming distributor and on its surface it sounds bad, Morning Checkdown

2:04:23 – 2:15:37 - Do you like the Colts’ pass rush by committee approach?, Greg Rakestraw joins the guy and discusses Colts and high school sports

2:15:38 - 2:24:31 – Colts first practice about to get underway,

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Best of Wednesday 7/29: Back at Colts camp ahead of the first practice, Stephen Holder joins + Pacers news Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

00:00 - 30:50 - The guys debate the start of Colts camp and what they heard yesterday from DeForest Buckner and Chris Ballard, what to expect at today's practice, Ballard discusses not wanting a contract extension and the need to win, would he really not accept an extension if offered?

30:51 - 48:20 - ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins and discusses what fans should get excited about for the 2026 season, Colts questions heading into first practice, the secondary, DeForest Buckner's tatus, the likelihood Anthony Richardson remains on this roster to the start of the season, any contract extensions during camp?

48:21 - 56:37 - The Pacers reportedly may have a new streaming home and if true, it sounds like it could be a terrible move for fans and their wallets

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Tuesday 7/28: Live at Colts Training Camp! Jul 28, 2026

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00:00 – 13:36 Today is report day for Indianapolis Colts Training Camp. We will hear from a couple players throughout the show. Fever in action tonight after the All-Star break. Debating Arby's vs Zaxby's vs Wendy's. Preparing for any kind of weather for this camp.

13:36 - 20:50 Morning Checkdown

20:50 – 50:15 Alec Pierce and CJ Allen on PUP list for training camp. Witnessing the lines getting painted on the field is like watching Santa Claus deliver presents. Will today be one of the final times we hear from Chris Ballard? Giving letter grades to Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. Reacting to Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Buccaneers, will the Colts be interested? What should Colts fans be excited for going into this season? What will next year look like for training camp?

50:15 – 1:13:27 Explaining what the PUP list means for Alec Pierce and CJ Allen. Will there be any growing pains for CJ Allen? More hate towards Arby's. Morning Checkdown

1:13:27 – 1:27:31 More about the expectations for this upcoming season. Is Anthony Richardson's trade request still active?

1:27:31 – 1:36:49 JB is excited to smoke some kids in the 40-yard dash. More on Jonathan Taylor contract talks. How much leverage does he have? What other players should we have contract concerns for? More jersey patches are coming to college football.

1:36:49 - 1:59:52 Continuing the Jonathan Taylor contract discussion. Would the Colts take a risk on waiting and having him walk in free agency? Will he have an undeniable season that forces the team to extend him? TE Tyler Warren joins us live to discuss year 2, his golf strategies, and the differences from his rookie season. Tyler reacts to James' golf swing and gives him some motivation. Tyler's personal goals for this season. We hear that DeForest Buckner is cleared going into season 11. Morning Checkdown

1:59:52 - 2:06:17 Reacting to the 99 overall club for the upcoming Madden 27 game.

2:06:17 – 2:23:40 WR Josh Downs joins us to discuss his summer, going into year 4 and a contract year, stepping up with MPJ and AD Mitchell gone, giving advice to his brother Caleb, and looking forward to playing against him this season. His chance to go to Wimbledon this summer, and his experience in pickleball. Josh's opinion on grass vs turf.

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Best of Tuesday 7/28: Tyler Warren & Josh Downs join live at Colts Training Camp! Jul 28, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 7:15 Morning Checkdown

7:15 – 36:41 Alec Pierce and CJ Allen on PUP list for training camp. Witnessing the lines getting painted on the field is like watching Santa Claus deliver presents. Will today be one of the final times we hear from Chris Ballard? Giving letter grades to Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. Reacting to Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Buccaneers, will the Colts be interested? What should Colts fans be excited for going into this season? What will next year look like for training camp?

36:41 – 45:49 TE Tyler Warren joins us live to discuss year 2, his golf strategies, and the differences from his rookie season. Tyler reacts to James' golf swing and gives him some motivation. Tyler's personal goals for this season.

45:49 – 57:37 WR Josh Downs joins us to discuss his summer, going into year 4 and a contract year, stepping up with MPJ and AD Mitchell gone, giving advice to his brother Caleb, and looking forward to playing against him this season. His chance to go to Wimbledon this summer, and his experience in pickleball. Josh's opinion on grass vs turf.

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Tuesday 7/28: Josh Downs joins live at Colts Training Camp! Jul 28, 2026

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WR Josh Downs joins us to discuss his summer, going into year 4 and a contract year, stepping up with MPJ and AD Mitchell gone, giving advice to his brother Caleb, and looking forward to playing against him this season. His chance to go to Wimbledon this summer, and his experience in pickleball. Josh's opinion on grass vs turf.

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Tuesday 7/28: Tyler Warren joins live at Colts Training Camp! Jul 28, 2026

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TE Tyler Warren joins us live to discuss year 2, his golf strategies, and the differences from his rookie season. Tyler reacts to James' golf swing and gives him some motivation. Tyler's personal goals for this season.

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