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00:00 – 16:06 – Tyrese Haliburton’s emotional return last night as the Pacers win against the Pelicans, his tearful postgame interview, his nod to Triple H in his pregame attire, Colts back in the building after the fallout of Chris Ballard’s firing 16:07 – 23:27 – Morning Checkdown 23:28 – 44:26 – Tyrese Haliburton’s return performance, his text from his high school coach ahead of last night’s game and how he would grade success, Quenton Nelson comments on his future with the Colts, could the Colts next head coach be on the other sideline on Sunday? 44:27 – 1:06:07 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us as we near high school postseason football, his upcoming early morning volleyball game and discusses the firing of Chris Ballard, the Pacers win over the Pelicans, outside of Haliburton’s return what did we like?, Morning Checkdown 1:06:08 – 1:16:21 – Shane Steichen’s woeful record against teams .500 and above, Steichen discusses the need to stay even-keeled after tough losses, why does it seem like his demeanor and willingness to try something new is still not there? 1:16:22 – 1:25:26 – Haliburton’s emotional postgame press conference, why he encompasses everything you would want in a superstar player, James tells a story of when he first came to Indy and Haliburton reaching out 1:25:27 – 1:48:48 – The Colts House of Horrors in Minnesota the last couple of trips, The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to reflect on the Chris Ballard era and what the biggest issue outside of QB he never figured out, the fan base being burned out of the Ballard era heading into the season, who should the Colts be looking at for potential GM candidates?, the next Colts QB after Daniel Jones, how many starts will Anthony Richardson get if the season continues to go off the rails?, Morning Checkdown 1:48:49 – 1:58:39 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and disses Kevin’s digestion system last night, the electricity at Rocky Top this past weekend, Patriots/Bears bets he likes, college football plays, IU/Michigan 1:58:40 – 2:05:10 – The Crossover with Jake Query joins us to discuss the Pacers debut, his enjoyment of DAZN, does he think we might see Anthony Richardson again if Daniel Jones struggles?   Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:12 – Tyrese Haliburton’s emotional return last night as the Pacers win against the Pelicans, his tearful postgame interview, his nod to Triple H in his pregame attire, Colts back in the building after the fallout of Chris Ballard’s firing 16:13 – 37:13 – Tyrese Haliburton’s return performance, his text from his high school coach ahead of last night’s game and how he would grade success, Quenton Nelson comments on his future with the Colts, could the Colts next head coach be on the other sideline on Sunday? 37:14 – 53:01 – The Colts House of Horrors in Minnesota the last couple of trips, The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to reflect on the Chris Ballard era and what the biggest issue outside of QB he never figured out, the fan base being burned out of the Ballard era heading into the season, who should the Colts be looking at for potential GM candidates?, the next Colts QB after Daniel Jones, how many starts will Anthony Richardson get if the season continues to go off the rails?, 53:02 – 1:02:43 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and disses Kevin’s digestion system last night, the electricity at Rocky Top this past weekend, Patriots/Bears bets he likes, college football plays, IU/Michigan Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:29 – The Pacers tip off their season tonight and it seems like it’s one of the most anticipated in quite some time, quiet on the Colts front as they prep for the Vikings, NBA games tipped off yesterday, who is Ed Dodds? 12:30 – 19:45 – Morning Checkdown 19:46 – 43:27 – Pacers tip off the season tonight, can they get off to a fast start to the seasons?, will Anthony Richardson get on the field if Daniel Jones continues to struggle, Butler head coach Ronald Nored joins us and discusses the good news regarding Jalen Jackson’s injury, his thoughts on their preseason win over Indiana State, Baron Walker, more thoughts ahead of the regular season 43:28 – 1:05:29 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and debates whether it’s a better chance Shane Steichen or Daniel Jones are back with the Colts next season, how Carlie should be viewing the rest of this season, will Anthony Richardson get any run if Daniel Jones continues to struggle or get worse?, Morning Checkdown 1:05:30 – 1:17:05  – Pacers season opens tonight against the Pelicans, Bennedict Mathurin plays against his former team, Haliburton shared his thoughts on playing against Mathurin, Pacers over/under bets we like 1:17:06 – 1:24:07 – Colts mindset as trade deadline approaches, DeForest Buckner and other veterans have big questions about how much they have left in the tank, who would net the best return? 1:24:08 – 1:51:10 – Our Colts 20th look back brings us to Week 6 when the Colts traded for Booger McFarland during their bye week, Bill Polian and Tony Dungy recall how the trade came about while Booger discusses the excitement of joining a Super Bowl contender with a high-powered offense, what we know about Ed Dodds, Colts sign Thomas Morestead, another Bills player suspended for spitting, Morning Checkdown 1:51:11 – 1:58:45 – Genuine excitement and expectations for the Pacers start tonight, their championship odds, the wild difference in emotions for watching the Pacers and Colts, 1:58:46 – 2:04:11 – The Crossover with Jake Query begins with Kevin asking who has been to New Orleans, a wild bunch of news out of the NFL, Pacers expectations starting tonight Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 23:43 – Pacers tip off the season tonight, can they get off to a fast start to the seasons?, will Anthony Richardson get on the field if Daniel Jones continues to struggle, Butler head coach Ronald Nored joins us and discusses the good news regarding Jalen Jackson’s injury, his thoughts on their preseason win over Indiana State, Baron Walker, more thoughts ahead of the regular season 23:44 – 37:57 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and debates whether it’s a better chance Shane Steichen or Daniel Jones are back with the Colts next season, how Carlie should be viewing the rest of this season, will Anthony Richardson get any run if Daniel Jones continues to struggle or get worse?, 37:58 – 46:58 - Our Colts 20th look back brings us to Week 6 when the Colts traded for Booger McFarland during their bye week, Bill Polian and Tony Dungy recall how the trade came about while Booger discusses the excitement of joining a Super Bowl contender with a high-powered offense, what we know about Ed Dodds, Colts sign Thomas Morestead, another Bills player suspended for spitting Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day before the Pacers tip off the regular season head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses his feeling heading into a new season starting, attending Virginia’s formal, in-game adjustments, Haliburton balancing his edge, is there any unknowns he wants to see once the games start to count & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:53 – More fallout from the firing of Chris Ballard, Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s move speaks volumes, have fan opinions changed for the better in the wake of the Chris Ballard firing?  14:54 – 20:55 – Morning Checkdown  20:56 – 43:38– Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press release yesterday, the need for action with the trade deadline three weeks away, the future of some veterans like DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor, the Dan Patrick/Peyton Manning rumor and our thoughts on that  43:39 – 1:04:32 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and gives his thoughts on Chris Ballard’s firing and why it didn’t work here, why was Steichen spared yesterday, what does any of this mean for Anthony Richardson?, could he get some playing time if Daniel Jones continues to struggle?, the lack of a pass rush, his Brewers in the World Series, the Timeless Ticket fiasco, the vibe in the Erickson household when the Brewers clinched their World Series bid, Morning Checkdown   1:04:33 – 1:15:30 – Chris Ballard’s comment on not getting the quarterback position right, the lack of hits at premium positions, there should be no untouchables on this Colts roster when it comes to trading assets, caller weighs in on what the Colts should do  1:15:31- 1:24:37 – The “greatest hits” of Chris Ballard, the swing and a miss on the Sauce Gardner trade  1:24:38 – 1:46:46 – The Colts should be major sellers at the trade deadline and everyone should be on the table for trades, Morning Checkdown  1:46:47 – 2:01:30  – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses his feeling heading into a new season starting, attending Virginia’s formal, in-game adjustments, Haliburton balancing his edge, is there any unknowns he wants to see once the games start to count  2:01:31 - 2:08:11 – The Crossover with Jake Query keeps the Chris Ballard conversation going and what the Colts should be looking for in a new GM, what qualities should be focused on?  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:40 – Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press release yesterday, the need for action with the trade deadline three weeks away, the future of some veterans like DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor, the Dan Patrick/Peyton Manning rumor and our thoughts on that 22:41 – 39:12- IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and gives his thoughts on Chris Ballard’s firing and why it didn’t work here, why was Steichen spared yesterday, what does any of this mean for Anthony Richardson?, could he get some playing time if Daniel Jones continues to struggle?, the lack of a pass rush, his Brewers in the World Series, the Timeless Ticket fiasco, the vibe in the Erickson household when the Brewers clinched their World Series bid 39:13 – 52:22 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses his feeling heading into a new season starting, attending Virginia’s formal, in-game adjustments, Haliburton balancing his edge, is there any unknowns he wants to see once the games start to count Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:55 – A truly abysmal weekend of Indiana sports: Indiana, Notre Dame and the Colts all lose, is this the new low for the Colts?  15:56 – 23:41 – Morning Checkdown  23:42 – 44:49 – The Colts should make some major decisions today, but will they?, should they start seriously considering trading some veterans, Daniel Jones has been a disaster, the lack of quality players this deep into Ballard’s tenure, what Carlie should be thinking today  44:50 – 1:06:04– Callers weigh in on the latest Colts embarrassment, the Colts don’t normally fire people mid-season but an exception should be made, the amount of empty seats at the game, major questions about what ownership will do, Morning Checkdown  1:06:05 – 1:15:22 – Shane Steichen says he’s evaluating everything when it comes to staff changes but says Daniel Jones remains the starting quarterback, Kevin gives out his Outlaw Light Toast of the Game   1:15:23 – 1:24:11 – Daniel Jones continues to be awful with turnovers, a caller goes off on the lack of accountability from the Colts and the embarrassment of being a fan  1:24:12 – 1:46:18– Yesterday was the most embarrassing loss in the Steichen era, the veterans on the team are voicing their displeasure,   1:46:19 – 2:00:27 – Kevin trying to watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding, BREAKING NEWS: Chris Ballard FIRED by the Colts   2:00:28 – 2:03:13 – The guys continue to react to Chris Ballard’s firing as the Crossover with Jake Query begins Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:55 – A truly abysmal weekend of Indiana sports: Indiana, Notre Dame and the Colts all lose, is this the new low for the Colts? 15:56 – 37:02 – The Colts should make some major decisions today, but will they?, should they start seriously considering trading some veterans, Daniel Jones has been a disaster, the lack of quality players this deep into Ballard’s tenure, what Carlie should be thinking today 37:03 – 44:50 - Daniel Jones continues to be awful with turnovers, a caller goes off on the lack of accountability from the Colts and the embarrassment of being a fan 44:51 – 58:16 - Kevin trying to watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding, BREAKING NEWS: Chris Ballard FIRED by the Colts Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news breaks in the middle of the show and we react accordingly  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:56 WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins to break down the final week of high school football. He talks some of the top matchups throughout the state. He’ll also be in the same situation as Kevin, attending a wedding while Notre Dame plays on Saturday.  13:56 – 23:38 Matt Weaver from Peegs.com joins to give his take on the potential 24-team College Football Playoff. He also takes us through the huge matchup for the Hoosiers, and what expectations should look like.  23:38 – 35:57 Matt Taylor, Voice of the Indianapolis Colts joins to get us prepared for Sunday’s matchup against the Titans. He gives some tidbits to keep in mind going into the game. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:25 It’s another Football Friday, and a great weekend to look ahead for. One half of the participants for the World Series is confirmed, as the Milwaukee Brewers completed the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers last night. College football is making a big change with the 24-team playoff. Things like conference championships and big conference moments could lose meaning.  14:25 - 22:21 Morning Checkdown  22:21 - 42:57 WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins to break down the final week of high school football. He talks some of the top matchups throughout the state. He’ll also be in the same situation as Kevin, attending a wedding while Notre Dame plays on Saturday.  42:57 - 1:09:05 Matt Weaver from Peegs.com joins to give his take on the potential 24-team College Football Playoff. He also takes us through the huge matchup for the Hoosiers, and what expectations should look like. If the 24-team CFP goes through, it changes the course of the regular season. Many teams that would normally face “must-win” games will get in without a doubt. Morning Checkdown  1:09:05 - 1:16:42 Will we see an NFL weird moment in Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday. This is a “Can’t Lose” game, but Kevin argues this is a game that the Colts could struggle in. The Colts need to win, but we will really need to see something great from Daniel Jones and the defensive ends.  1:16:42 - 1:24:34 More on how the rumored 24-team CFP would affect the world of college football. This would require teams to play 10 P4 opponents every season to receive consideration. Is this even necessary? The best teams find their way to the end. What happens to the bowl games?  1:24:34 - 1:47:24 Matt Taylor, Voice of the Indianapolis Colts joins to get us prepared for Sunday’s matchup against the Titans. He gives some tidbits to keep in mind going into the game. The guys also react live to the news of the release of Darius Slayton. Morning Checkdown.  1:27:24 - 1:55:08 More reactions to the news of Darius Slayton being released. What does this mean for Alec Pierce as he looks to return from injury? Who will take his place on the roster? We get into our biggest unknown, biggest lock, and most entertaining game over the weekend.  1:55:08 - 2:02:19 We give our Colts picks for the weekend and Jake Query joins to preview his show.  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:21 Greg Rakestraw joins in studio to help us break down the final week of Indiana high school football. He gives opinion on which teams are flying under the radar as we approach sectionals. They also discuss what the best Colts offseason move was. Rakestraw also stresses the importance of this weekend for college football and also how we’ll have the defacto Big Ten semifinals. James also gets an invitation to be the sideline reporter for Taylor University’s Silent Night Game.  18:21 – 25:31 Cameron Teague from The Athletic joins to give the Ohio State perspective of Saturday’s matchup. The stakes are a bit higher for Ohio State as a higher seed and facing their second loss of the season. Cameron has watched every game for both teams and thinks this is another great matchup.  25:31 – 41:01 Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins the show ahead of the regular season starting next week. He breaks down Haliburton’s return, the addition of Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr., the benefit of DAZN for fans, and he even gets into the aviation alphabet with the guys. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins the show ahead of the regular season starting next week. He breaks down Haliburton’s return, the addition of Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr., the benefit of DAZN for fans, and he even gets into the aviation alphabet with the guys. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:02 The Fan Morning Show begins discussing Shane Steichen’s intriguing opening statement after yesterday’s practice. Not really addressing the Titans and what they’re skilled at is understandable, but still out of the ordinary. The Colts injury report also had some interesting wording for some of the listings. Alec Pierce also doesn’t seem close to a return, after seeing his state at practice.  14:02 - 22:10 Morning Checkdown  22:10 - 40:41 Germaine Pratt says that he’s ready to go Sunday against the Titans, but Kevin argues that he might not be in NFL shape. This is different to last year when he came in from the Raiders, but this season he is coming from a role with NC State. Kevin has a weird feeling about Sunday’s game. Nothing specific, but just an odd feeling... As part of the 2006 Colts Super Bowl Anniversary, we caught up with Bob Sanders and heard what he’s been up to.  40:41 - 1:07:22 Greg Rakestraw joins in studio to help us break down the final week of Indiana high school football. He gives opinion on which teams are flying under the radar as we approach sectionals. They also discuss what the best Colts offseason move was. Rakestraw also stresses the importance of this weekend for college football and also how we’ll have the defacto Big Ten semifinals. James also gets an invitation to be the sideline reporter for Taylor University’s Silent Night Game. Morning Checkdown.  1:07:22 - 1:17:16 Cameron Teague from The Athletic joins to give the Ohio State perspective of Saturday’s matchup. The stakes are a bit higher for Ohio State as a higher seed and facing their second loss of the season. Cameron has watched every game for both teams and thinks this is another great matchup.  1:17:16 - 1:21:19 Kevin and James revisit the discussion of the best offseason acquisition for the Colts.  1:21:19 - 1:47:54 Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins the show ahead of the regular season starting next week. He breaks down Haliburton’s return, the addition of Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr., the benefit of DAZN for fans, and he even gets into the aviation alphabet with the guys. Morning Checkdown.  1:47:54 - 1:58:51 Jason Hammer joins to give his picks for the weekend. He also gives his take on parlays vs straight bets.  1:58:51 – 2:03:20 Jake Query joins us to close out the show. They discuss the weekend in college football.  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.