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Best of Wednesday 4/29: Colts rookie safety A.J. Haulcy joins us + Pacers draft discussion! Apr 29, 2026

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00:00 – 19:56 – Kevin’s meat, is there any chance the Pacers would trade back if they get a top-4 pick in the lottery?, the Darryn Peterson debate, Rick Carlisle’s assessment if they miss out on a top-4 pick, NBA Draft lottery changes coming in 2027?, NBA Draft lottery odds are complicated

19:57 – 32:50 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to discuss the post-NFL Draft thoughts on what the Colts did, the C.J. Allen selection, Moore and Richardson not getting traded and what their future holds, what’s preventing them from releasing Richardson?, AR’s vision questions remain, defensive end questions

32:51 – 39:25 – Jeff poses veteran free agent Colts questions in a game of “In or Out”

39:26 – 48:34 - Colts rookie safety A.J. Haulcy joins us and discusses how he was at Rick Ross’ house for his NFL Draft experience, did he think he should have gone higher?, his “Mr. GiveMeThat” nickname, joining a loaded Colts secondary, did he have any interactions with C.J. Allen?, where he goes for a good meal

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Tuesday 4/28: Rick Carlisle returns to the show + new Colts draft pick George Gumbs Jr. joins & more! Apr 28, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 11:12 – We’re back at it after a wild night of weather in the area, 1-seed Pistons are on the ropes as the Orlando Magic take a 3-1 series lead, Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby enters gambling addiction program and the Indiana tie-in

11:13 – 23:44 – Morning Checkdown

23:45 – 46:06 – Our golf outing this Thursday, Colts draft thoughts, undrafted free agent signings, where is the line for Anthony Richrdson and Kenny Moore trade requests, where did the Trey Hendrickson money go?, who is going to represent the Pacers at the draft lottery

46:07 – 1:14:21 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle returns to the show and discusses how his offseason is going so far and viewing the NBA Playoffs, Tyrese Haliburton’s rehab and recovery from shingles, Zubac’s brief run in the regular season, Jarace Walker’s season, any NBA Draft lottery superstitions or good luck charms?, how to improve the roster if they miss out on a top-4 pick, sports betting issues, coolest thing that will be on his non-basketball agenda this offseason

1:14:22 – 1:24:59 – The age of Seth McGowan and does age really matter for NFL prospects or should it be a deterrent?

1:25:00 – 1:50:33 - The Brandon Sorsby major issue and what it means for sports gambling, Netherlands Colts superfan Lucas Lejeune joins us to discuss being able to announce a Colts draft pick in Pittsburgh and what the experience was like, his Colts Cave series, he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the Draft and when he knew he was going to announce the pick he got, Morning Checkdown

1:50:34 – 2:01:57 – Colts fifth-round pick defensive end George Gumbs Jr. joins the show and discusses his draft day experience, what he plans to bring to the Colts, his favorite Chicago spot, the Colts pass rush, working with DeForest Buckner

2:01:58 – 2:09:54 – Who would you consider as “good picks” for the Colts?, Caden Curry, Carlisle conversation about the NBA Draft Lottery

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Best of Tuesday 4/28: Rick Carlisle returns to the show + Colts draft pick George Gumbs Jr. joins! Apr 28, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 22:27 – Our golf outing this Thursday, Colts draft thoughts, undrafted free agent signings, where is the line for Anthony Richrdson and Kenny Moore trade requests, where did the Trey Hendrickson money go?, who is going to represent the Pacers at the draft lottery

22:28 – 42:08 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle returns to the show and discusses how his offseason is going so far and viewing the NBA Playoffs, Tyrese Haliburton’s rehab and recovery from shingles, Zubac’s brief run in the regular season, Jarace Walker’s season, any NBA Draft lottery superstitions or good luck charms?, how to improve the roster if they miss out on a top-4 pick, sports betting issues, coolest thing that will be on his non-basketball agenda this offseason

42:09 – 53:09 - Colts fifth-round pick defensive end George Gumbs Jr. joins the show and discusses his draft day experience, what he plans to bring to the Colts, his favorite Chicago spot, the Colts pass rush, working with DeForest Buckner

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Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle returns to the show! Apr 28, 2026

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Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle returns to the show and discusses how his offseason is going so far and viewing the NBA Playoffs, Tyrese Haliburton’s rehab and recovery from shingles, Zubac’s brief run in the regular season, Jarace Walker’s season, any NBA Draft lottery superstitions or good luck charms?, how to improve the roster if they miss out on a top-4 pick, sports betting issues, coolest thing that will be on his non-basketball agenda this offseason & more!

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Colts new rookie defensive end George Gumbs Jr. joins the show! Apr 28, 2026

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Colts fifth-round pick defensive end George Gumbs Jr. joins the show and discusses his draft day experience, what he plans to bring to the Colts, his favorite Chicago spot, the Colts pass rush, working with DeForest Buckner & more!

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Monday 4/27: Colts draft class review! Did they address enough needs or leave holes on the roster? Apr 27, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 12:36– Colts 2026 draft class is here: what were are big takeaways, Kevin and James weigh in with their opinions on how they did, addressing edge rusher, where is the pass rush at after the draft?

12:37 – 19:46 – Morning Checkdown

19:47 – 44:21 – Thoughts on the Colts draft picks and where they may have missed, wide receivers, offensive guard taken too early?, new Colts RB Seath McGowan discusses his 2021 arrest

44:22 – 1:10:42 – Overall Colts draft thoughts, disappointment in the lack of edge rusher being addressed?, could they sign a veteran defensive end before camp?, the Colts seem to be relying on DeForest Buckner to make a full recovery, Diego Pavia not being drafted or UDFA, caller asks about Colts passing on Elijah Sarratt in the 4th round for a guard, Morning Checkdown

1:10:43 – 1:20:40 – Caden Curry selection, Anthony Richardon and Kenny Moore weren’t traded and remain on the roster so what now?

1:20:41 – 1:26:46 – Hoosiers (not named Fernando Mendoza) that will make the biggest impact on their teams

1:26:47 – 1:49:15 – Zach Hicks of Locked On Colts joins us and why he’s so high on C.J. Allen going to the Colts, the Colts double dipping at linebacker in the draft, how many Day 1 starters did the Colts get in this draft?, AJ Haulcy

1:49:16 – 1:59:56 – Randy Carraker of Nikco Sports joins us to discuss the commemorative Fernando Mendoza footballs that are for sale, Day 1 starters from this Colts draft class, the 33rd car for the Indy 500 goes to Katherine Legge

1:59:57 – 2:09:42 – Diego Pavia is the first Heisman finalist to not be drafted since 2014, Deion Burks draft slide, Indy Ignite/Indy Fuel, Monday night viewings

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Best of Monday 4/27: Colts draft class review, how many Day 1 starters did they get? What holes remain on the roster? Apr 27, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 12:42 – Colts 2026 draft class is here: what were are big takeaways, Kevin and James weigh in with their opinions on how they did, addressing edge rusher, where is the pass rush at after the draft?

12:43 – 37:17 – Thoughts on the Colts draft picks and where they may have missed, wide receivers, offensive guard taken too early?, new Colts RB Seath McGowan discusses his 2021 arrest

37:18 – 51:31 - Zach Hicks of Locked On Colts joins us and why he’s so high on C.J. Allen going to the Colts, the Colts double dipping at linebacker in the draft, how many Day 1 starters did the Colts get in this draft?, AJ Haulcy

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Friday 4/24: Lots of Indiana flavor in Night 1 of the Draft, Colts on the clock & more! Apr 24, 2026

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00:00 – 11:24– A lot of local Indiana flavor in Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Mendoza goes #1/Jeremiyah Love to the Cardinals/Thieneman to the Bears/Cooper to the Jets, biggest takeaways from last night, Ty Simpson goes to the Rams at 13

11:25 – 23:11 – Morning Checkdown

23:12 – 41:58 – NFL Draft Night 1 recap: did any moves affect what the Colts could do, AFC South picks last night, the Jets end up with three first-round picks last night including Omar Cooper, how far is too far back for the Colts if they decide to trade back tonight?

41:59 -1:11:30 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Dillon Thieneman’s historic selection, his memories of Omar Cooper Jr. and Thieneman, high school shot clocks, draft thoughts, Morning Checkdown

1:11:31 – 1:19:10 – What is a successful night for the Colts?, the trade back dilemma

1:19:11 – 1:26:14 – Dillon Thieneman goes to the Bears at 25, Brandon Phillips signing a one-day contract with the Reds, the one time James left a job, the cost of LEGOs

1:26:15- 1:49:31 – Recap of Night 1 of the NFL Draft, is it best player available for the Colts if they stay at 47?, Ty Simpson goes 13th to the Rams and Sean McVay sounded less than thrilled, Chiefs add defense, Jeremiyah Love lands at Arizona but how will he do?, Carnell Tate goes to the Titans, Morning Checkdown

1:49:32 – 2:01:22 – Pat Boylan joins us to talk Fever and Pacers and discusses his role with the Fever having every game on national television, Kelsey Mitchell’s journey with the Fever, Pacers season and draft discussion

2:01:23 – 2:03:28 – Ferando Mendoza’s LinkedIn commercial, what do Colts do tonight?

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Best of Friday 4/24: Local flavor rules Night 1 of the Draft and now the Colts are on the clock! Apr 24, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 18:53 – NFL Draft Night 1 recap: did any moves affect what the Colts could do, AFC South picks last night, the Jets end up with three first-round picks last night including Omar Cooper, how far is too far back for the Colts if they decide to trade back tonight?

18:54 – 34:11 - ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Dillon Thieneman’s historic selection, his memories of Omar Cooper Jr. and Thieneman, high school shot clocks, draft thoughts

34:12 – 45:48 - Pat Boylan joins us to talk Fever and Pacers and discusses his role with the Fever having every game on national television, Kelsey Mitchell’s journey with the Fever, Pacers season and draft discussion

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Thursday 4/23: NFL Draft is here! Colts thoughts, Hoosiers on the clock + Fever media day! Apr 23, 2026

Show notes

00:00 – 11:32 – The NFL Draft is tonight, Fever have all 44 games on national TV, Caitlin Clark’s “team photo” of reporters, will Colts fans watch the NFL Draft tonight despite no first-round pick?, will Anthony Richardson or Kenny Moore be dealt?

11:33 – 21:53 – Morning Checkdown

21:54 – 41:08– NFL Draft talk: any chance the Colts find their way into Round 1 tonight?, Chris Ballard discussed where he thinks what positions have depth in this year’s draft class

41:09 – 1:09:40 – Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts joins us to discuss the NFL Draft, what round (if any) would he understand if the Colts drafted a QB, how high of a need is cornerback?, should they trade for Jonathan Greenard?, the importance of hitting on the early picks, best fits for Anarumo’s defense, how many draft picks do the Colts end up with?, caller asked about Sauce Gardner trade and needed some realistic optimism, Morning Checkdown

1:09:41 – 1:15:38 – James’ mock draft on The Athletic, Kevin wants the Colts to draft a running back out of Navy, can the Jaguars leap the Texans in division supremacy?, DeForest Buckner’s injury recovery

1:15:39 – 1:24:06 – AFC South draft watch

1:24:07 – 1:46:15 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses the NBA Playoffs, Caitlin Clark entering Year 3, Fever roster as it stands now, things he learned from media day, best fit for the Pacers if they get a top-4 pick, NBA Playoffs at this point, Morning Checkdown

1:46:16 – 1:57:53 – An NFL Draft edition of I GOTTA KNOW: Where will Jeremiyah Love go, futures of Kenny Moore and Anthony Richardson after this weekend, what position group selection would tick Colts fans off the most, anyway the Colts can earn an “A” grade with this draft class?, will D’Angelo Ponds be on the board when the Colts finally get on the clock?

1:57:54 – 2:03:19 – Could Jeremiyah Love go to the Steelers?, Kevin poses NFL Draft scenario questions

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