Colts GM Chris Ballard joins us and discusses what is the big need for the team this off-season, priority positions this off-season, success drafting offensive lineman, lack of pass rush, disappointment of 8-9 finish, Nick Cross’ future, how to stop the late season collapses, Zaire Franklin’s future with the team, impressions of Riley Leonard, a potential Alec Piece extension and does it matter about the future of Michael Pittman Jr., restructuring the roster if needed, the stress of the job, handling criticism that comes with the job, his thoughts on the NBA/Pacers fine & more! 

Colts GM Chris Ballard joins us and discusses what is the big need for the team this off-season, priority positions this off-season, success drafting offensive lineman, lack of pass rush, disappointment of 8-9 finish, Nick Cross&rsquo; future, how to stop the late season collapses, Zaire Franklin&rsquo;s future with the team, impressions of Riley Leonard, a potential Alec Piece extension and does it matter about the future of Michael Pittman Jr., restructuring the roster if needed, the stress of the job, handling criticism that comes with the job, his thoughts on the NBA/Pacers fine &amp; more!&nbsp;

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Kick off your mornings with Kevin Bowen and James Boyd&mdash;two powerhouse voices bringing energy, expertise, and passion to Indianapolis sports radio.
Kevin Bowen, a lifelong Indy native, brings a decade + years of Colts coverage and deep ties to local sports. James Boyd, Colts reporter for The Athletic, also offers sharp insights on the Colts.
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Colts GM Chris Ballard talks off-season priorities, late season collapses and 2026 agenda!

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Butler Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday’s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him. 

Butler Men&rsquo;s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday&rsquo;s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him.&nbsp;

Butler HC Ronald Nored Recaps IU Exhibition, Excitement From Fans

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ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins to explain the Colts’ involvement in Marvin Harrison Jr. and how heavy they were in pursuing him. The Colts much rather would’ve had a healthy Michael Pittman Jr., and that Keenan Allen has been underwhelming this season. Recycling former Lou Anarumo players is a tactic that doesn’t work in the NFL. 

ESPN&rsquo;s Stephen Holder joins to explain the Colts&rsquo; involvement in Marvin Harrison Jr. and&nbsp;how heavy they were in pursuing him. The Colts much rather would&rsquo;ve had a healthy Michael Pittman Jr., and that Keenan Allen has been underwhelming this season. Recycling former Lou Anarumo players is a tactic that doesn&rsquo;t work in the NFL.&nbsp;

Stephen Holder Breaks Down Colts Pursuit on Marvin Harrison Jr.

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00:00 – 14:34 Tyrese Haliburton seemed to return to form last night against the Thunder in preseason action. Ivica Zubac also looked great, so we can look forward to that pairing throughout the season. Kevin has had some scary thoughts about the Colts, and James compares them to candy corn on Halloween. 

14:34 - 20:28 Morning Checkdown 

20:28 - 42:10 We got to see all of the starters for the Thunder last night and it was a bit jarring to see them again lined up against the Pacers. However, we did see glimpses of the potential of what this team could be. The regular season begins in a week. Kevin breaks down his scary Colts thoughts. Many of Ballard’s draft picks throughout his tenure have been very horrific and underwhelming. The issues with the Colts are from the top down, and there are ten years' worth of evidence. 

42:10 - 1:06:20 ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins to explain the Colts’ involvement in Marvin Harrison Jr. and how heavy they were in pursuing him. The Colts much rather would’ve had a healthy Michael Pittman Jr., and that Keenan Allen has been underwhelming this season. Recycling former Lou Anarumo players is a tactic that doesn’t work in the NFL. LeBron James recently spoke on Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers, and could they be a good regular season team? We’ve seen them become risers in the playoffs, but becoming better in the regular season could take them to another level. Morning Checkdown. 

1:06:20 - 1:17:56 Butler Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday’s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him. 

1:17:56 - 1:23:55 More discussions on Colts roster changes throughout the years and how it affects the team in the current day. 

1:23:55 - 1:48:30 We continue our flashback of the 2006 Colts Super Bowl season. We hear Antoine Bethea’s thoughts going into that season and how he could make an impact. We have truly been impressed with both the return of Tyrese Haliburton, and how Ivica Zubac has been able to blend into the lineup with him. This will be a very exciting season as we get it started here in a week. Morning Checkdown. 

1:48:30 - 1:58:58 We talk about the ticket prices for IU vs Ohio State. Ohio State has only given up one pass play for more than 30 yards this season. Kevin and James name that Pacers players that they feel haven’t been talked about enough and are excited for. Kevin continues to plan how he can watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding. 

1:58:58 - 2:04:06 Jake Query joins from Rally House today, and he previews his show as well as opportunities for fans to win gift cards.

00:00 &ndash;&nbsp;14:34 Tyrese Haliburton seemed to return to form last night against the Thunder in preseason action. Ivica Zubac also looked great, so we can look forward to that pairing throughout the season. Kevin has had some scary thoughts about the Colts, and James compares them to candy corn on Halloween.&nbsp;
14:34&nbsp;- 20:28 Morning Checkdown&nbsp;
20:28&nbsp;-&nbsp;42:10 We got to see all of the starters for the Thunder last night and it was a bit jarring to see them again lined up against the Pacers. However, we did see glimpses of the potential of what this team could be. The regular season begins in a week. Kevin breaks down his scary Colts thoughts. Many of Ballard&rsquo;s draft picks throughout his tenure have been very horrific and underwhelming. The issues with the Colts are from the top down, and there are ten years' worth of evidence.&nbsp;
42:10&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:06:20 ESPN&rsquo;s Stephen Holder joins to explain the Colts&rsquo; involvement in Marvin Harrison Jr. and&nbsp;how heavy they were in pursuing him. The Colts much rather would&rsquo;ve had a healthy Michael Pittman Jr., and that Keenan Allen has been underwhelming this season. Recycling former Lou Anarumo players is a tactic that doesn&rsquo;t work in the NFL. LeBron James recently spoke on Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers, and could they be a good regular season team? We&rsquo;ve seen them become risers in the playoffs, but becoming better in the regular season could take them to another level. Morning Checkdown.&nbsp;
1:06:20&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:17:56 Butler Men&rsquo;s Basketball Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us to recap Sunday&rsquo;s exhibition vs Indiana. He was impressed with the atmosphere in Hinkle Fieldhouse, and the excitement of the fans. He says that this exhibition season is about learning and improving by the time the regular season starts. He also comments on what it was like to have Brad Stevens in the building to support him.&nbsp;
1:17:56&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:23:55 More discussions on Colts roster changes throughout the years and how it affects the team in the current day.&nbsp;
1:23:55&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:48:30 We continue our flashback of the 2006 Colts Super Bowl season. We hear Antoine Bethea&rsquo;s thoughts going into that season and how he could make an impact. We have truly been impressed with both the return of Tyrese Haliburton, and how Ivica Zubac has been able to blend into the lineup with him. This will be a very exciting season as we get it started here in a week. Morning Checkdown.&nbsp;
1:48:30&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:58:58 We talk about the ticket prices for IU vs Ohio State. Ohio State has only given up one pass play for more than 30 yards this season. Kevin and James name that Pacers players that they feel haven&rsquo;t been talked about enough and are excited for. Kevin continues to plan how he can watch the Notre Dame game while at a wedding.&nbsp;
1:58:58 - 2:04:06 Jake Query joins from Rally House today, and he previews his show as well as opportunities for fans to win gift cards.

Wednesday 10/14: Butler HC Ronald Nored, Pacers Preseason, More Colts Memories!

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Colts GM Chris Ballard talks off-season priorities, late season collapses and 2026 agenda!

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