The Ride with JMV Podcast

00:00-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV and compares this IU team to the feeling the 2012 IU team gave Hoosier fans, what Mike Woodson did vs Michigan that turned the game around, if he thinks Woodson will alter the lineup ahead of Iowa, and the latest with Jordan Geronimo after he went out with a knee injury. 17:46-Publisher at Gold and Black Illustrated Alan Karpick joins JMV to talk about if the 9pm tip hurt Purdue vs Penn State, the effect of PSU having their 3rd game in 3 days, the difference in Purdue today compared to January, and if Jaden Ivey can step up like Carson Edwards did in 2019 to make a NCAA Tournament run. 32:59-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk about how impressive the Hoosiers run in the Big Ten Tournament run is, the couple of plays that changed the game, and the best lineup for the Hoosiers. They close out their conversation previewing some IHSAA Boys Basketball Regionals around the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with IU’s seemingly impossible comeback vs Michigan to keep their NCAA Tournament hopes alive. He talks about if that was enough to make the Tournament, the difference in 1st and 2nd halves, and looking ahead to Illinois. He then reacts to the MLB season being back on as the lockout has ended. 22:42-New Colts Defensive Coordinator Gus Bradley joins JMV to talk about what he’s been doing since coming to Indy, as a longtime DC how long it takes for him to know if a group is special or not, how he plans on working his scheme to maximize Darius Leonard’s strengths, the importance of 4th quarter pass rushing, and his plans with the secondary and pressing opposing WR’s. 45:02-Covering IU for Peegs.com Jeff Rabjohns joins JMV to talk about how surprised he was at IU’s comeback, ranking the top 3 players that led to the Hoosiers comeback, Woodson’s lineup decisions in the 2nd half, and where IU sits right now in the NCAA Tournament picture. 1:10:53-JMV brings on loyal listener Reggie Sykes on the show and they talk about the Colts QB spot and the best options via trade either Jimmy G or Derek Carr and what it would take to get them or if Sam Ehlinger deserves a shot. 1:20:32-Covering the Colts for CBS4/Fox59 Mike Chappell joins JMV to talk about the return the Colts got for Wentz, more info on the meeting that Jim Irsay refused to meet with Carson Wentz after the season, if the Wentz experiment changes how Irsay trusts Ballard and Reich, and who each believes is starting under center for the Colts next season. 1:51:20-JMV reads an angry email and then takes a call on the best trade package so the Colts still have quality draft picks this year. 1:59:54-JMV closes out the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-New Colts Defensive Coordinator Gus Bradley joins JMV to talk about what he’s been doing since coming to Indy, as a longtime DC how long it takes for him to know if a group is special or not, how he plans on working his scheme to maximize Darius Leonard’s strengths, the importance of 4th quarter pass rushing, and his plans with the secondary and pressing opposing WR’s. 16:12-Covering IU for Peegs.com Jeff Rabjohns joins JMV to talk about how surprised he was at IU’s comeback, ranking the top 3 players that led to the Hoosiers comeback, Woodson’s lineup decisions in the 2nd half, and where IU sits right now in the NCAA Tournament picture. 28:42-Covering the Colts for CBS4/Fox59 Mike Chappell joins JMV to talk about the return the Colts got for Wentz, more info on the meeting that Jim Irsay refused to meet with Carson Wentz after the season, if the Wentz experiment changes how Irsay trusts Ballard and Reich, and who each believes is starting under center for the Colts next season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show reacting to the Colts trading Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders. He talks about the package the Colts got in return, potential names to replace him, and the “All Chips In” mantra that fans may finally see the Colts follow with a league high $70 million in cap space. 28:55-JMV takes a call about Jimmy Garoppolo and an overview of Chris Ballard and his job as the Colts GM and whether or not he is as good as the national media makes him out to be. 44:59-For the entire segment JMV opens up the phone lines to get a wide variety of questions from listeners including whether or not Sam Ehlinger will get a chance, Jameis Winston’s viability, and the free agency approach this year. 1:09:00-JMV talks about the report that Erik Fisher will not be back at LT for the Colts next season and Irsay being on the hook for the QB play and expectations for fans. 1:23:04-“Kevin and Query” co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about what the original offer from the Commanders for Wentz was, if the Colts would have cut Wentz if they had to, Ballard’s stubbornness in how he builds the team, Kevin details why he thinks the Colts have the worst QB situation in the AFC, and if the relationship between Jim Irsay and Ballard/Reich is strained at all after this failed experiment with Wentz. 1:52:51-JMV resets everything to look where the Colts sit now ahead of the draft and free agency and then takes a call about Jim Irsay needing to take more blame. 1:58:49-JMV closes out the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with the bombshell news that Russell Wilson has been traded to the Broncos and Aaron Rodgers is staying in Green Bay. JMV takes a look back at how Ballard has built this team, the way this team is trending, and why Philip Rivers retiring is a bigger deal than anyone has discussed previously. 24:35-Colts Postgame Show Host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the package the Broncos sent to Seattle for Russell Wilson and why the Colts weren’t coming close to that offer, if it’s smart to retool for a year and find a franchise QB rather than be an average team again, and questioning the process in which Chris Ballard built the team. They close it out with some IHSAA Sectional action from last weekend.      43:17-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV to talk about why the Colts would never be able to match an offer that Denver was able to give Seattle for Wilson, if the Colts will keep Wentz because of lack of options, and some free agent possibilities now that the franchise tag deadline has passed. Finally, they criticize Ballard’s team building plan and how it hasn’t adjusted after the Luck retirement. 1:14:40-JMV opens up the phone lines and gets a call about Jameis Winston being the best option, his performance before tearing his ACL in New Orleans last year, and if there is any name that would surprise him as the Colts starter next year. 1:22:30-JMV fires up “Anything Goes” sponsored by Ray’s Trash Service to talk about QB options, JMV offers a listener Bourbon if he is caught saying the phrase “by virtue of”. He and Producer Kyle then debate the trade value of Quenton Nelson with wide opinions between them. 1:48:22-JMV keeps “Anything Goes” rolling with a call about Ravens backup QB Tyler Huntley. 1:58:44-JMV closes out the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV to talk about why the Colts would never be able to match an offer that Denver was able to give Seattle for Wilson, if the Colts will keep Wentz because of lack of options, and some free agent possibilities now that the franchise tag deadline has passed. Finally, they criticize Ballard’s team building plan and how it hasn’t adjusted after the Luck retirement. 28:45-Colts Postgame Show Host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the package the Broncos sent to Seattle for Russell Wilson and why the Colts weren’t coming close to that offer, if it’s smart to retool for a year and find a franchise QB rather than be an average team again, and questioning the process in which Chris Ballard built the team. They close it out with some IHSAA Sectional action from last weekend.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with an IU vs Purdue recap and IU’s tournament chances heading into the Big Ten Tournament. He then talks about the breaking news that Colts TE Jack Doyle has retired. JMV reflects on the impact Doyle had on the Colts and the need for more TE talent now that he is gone. Finally, JMV talks about the 10 year anniversary of the Colts releasing Peyton Manning and what has transpired since for the Colts 29:34-JMV talks about the WR market and the news that Falcons WR Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the 2022 season for betting on games and other names that are likely to be either franchise tagged or re-sign with their teams. 44:19-Indiana Native and member of the Loyola of Chicago Ramblers Tate Hall joins coming off their MVC Tournament Championship, clinching a NCAA Tournament appearance. They talk about the culture in the program and expectations to make the Tournament now, how they were able to beat Drake in the MVC Championship game after losing both matchups in the regular season, and the difference going from Porter Moser to Drew Valentine at Head Coach. 1:05:48-JMV takes a call about why this version of the Pacers is much more enjoyable to watch than the team at the beginning of the year and last years team. 1:23:09-Co-host of “Kevin and Query” Jake Query joins JMV and they first talk about a Carb Day music announcement and why they believe it will be a disappointing name to most fans. They then talk about Jack Doyle and where he lands on the All-Time most well liked Colts and where the team goes now for TE help. They then talk about allocating free agency $$ and close it out with the Pacers and Goga having a career best game, and fans enjoying this team while being bottom 5 in the NBA. 1:54:57-JMV takes a call about Quenton Nelson and why an OL might be traded on the Colts but it won’t be Nelson, why bringing Fisher back would be a sign that they have no better option, and more! 2:05:15-JMV closes out the show recapping the days events See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Indiana Native and member of the Loyola of Chicago Ramblers Tate Hall joins coming off their MVC Tournament Championship, clinching a NCAA Tournament appearance. They talk about the culture in the program and expectations to make the Tournament now, how they were able to beat Drake in the MVC Championship game after losing both matchups in the regular season, and the difference going from Porter Moser to Drew Valentine at Head Coach. 15:23-Co-host of “Kevin and Query” Jake Query joins JMV and they first talk about a Carb Day music announcement and why they believe it will be a disappointing name to most fans. They then talk about Jack Doyle and where he lands on the All-Time most well liked Colts and where the team goes now for TE help. They then talk about allocating free agency $$ and close it out with the Pacers and Goga having a career best game, and fans enjoying this team while being bottom 5 in the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with his thoughts on the IU and Purdue matchup in West Lafayette Saturday and why he has little faith in the Hoosier to pull off the upset win. He then talks about the news that the Cowboys will be releasing WR Amari Cooper. He explains why the Colts need to take a swing on him instead of hoping for help in the draft. 24:49-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to preview some of the great Sectionals across the state for Boys Basketball. Bob talk about his favorite matchups including LN vs North Central, Cathedral vs Indy Tech, and why the MVC has one of the better conference tournaments in “Arch Madness”. 39:55-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and they place bets on who they think is the QB of the Colts next year, why they can’t just tank next year and get a top QB in the 2023 draft, Ballard saying Wells was bringing out the fangs in his questions towards him at the combine, what fans may learn if Carson Wentz is released about why it ended in such a disaster, and some quick thoughts on the Pacers. 1:09:07-JMV reacts to the news that the combine future location is between LA, Dallas, and Indy and guesses where it will be in 2023. He then takes calls on Amari Cooper and if Ballard would really take a look at him, especially with the Cowboys close to locking up Michael Gallup. 1:19:00-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV and JMV tries to put him in a better mood after the play of IUBB lately. They recap the end of the Rutgers game and the end of game shot making difficulties, the lack of “dude” to close a game, the mindset Purdue will have after a heartbreaking loss vs Wisconsin, and the Hoosiers odds of making the NCAA Tournament with a Purdue loss. JMV shares the story of the time he got ejected from a girls basketball game and Don shares his favorite ejection story of all time. 1:42:50-JMV gets a call about his Brownsburg ejection and if there is any video footage and the upcoming WR draft class and if it’s worth going after a free agent WR. 1:53:39-JMV closes out the show giving away America tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV and JMV tries to put him in a better mood after the play of IUBB lately. They recap the end of the Rutgers game and the end of game shot making difficulties, the lack of “dude” to close a game, the mindset Purdue will have after a heartbreaking loss vs Wisconsin, and the Hoosiers odds of making the NCAA Tournament with a Purdue loss. JMV shares the story of the time he got ejected from a girls basketball game and Don shares his favorite ejection story of all time. 22:17- ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and they place bets on who they think is the QB of the Colts next year, why they can’t just tank next year and get a top QB in the 2023 draft, Ballard saying Wells was bringing out the fangs in his questions towards him at the combine, what fans may learn if Carson Wentz is released about why it ended in such a disaster, and some quick thoughts on the Pacers. 48:16-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to preview some of the great Sectionals across the state for Boys Basketball. Bob talk about his favorite matchups including LN vs North Central, Cathedral vs Indy Tech, and why the MVC has one of the better conference tournaments in “Arch Madness”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with latest of Day 4 of the NFL Combine, a little inside baseball for how he handles the Combine, and Indy potentially keeping it after this year. He then talks about IUBB collapsing to Rutgers leaving their NCAA Tournament hopes in doubt. JMV talks about the culture of IU and why a majority of fans weren’t surprised Rutgers came back to win. JMV and Producer Kyle unveil their hand size measurement in light of Pitt QB having “small hands” at 8.5 inches. 31:21-JMV takes some calls about IUBB and whether or not fans thought Harper Jr’s shot was going in to end the game, some of the decisions Woodson made down the stretch, and if a transfer from Indiana State if Big Ten worthy. 42:57-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the Pacers comeback win in OT vs the Magic, how Malcolm Brogdon fits in long term with the new core, what the Pacers can do about Jalen Smith and how hard it will be to keep him next season, and why it’s important for this group to get some wins, even if it means hurting their draft lottery odds. 1:06:09-JMV is joined by CBS Sports NFL Analyst Emory Hunt to talk about what the chatter is amongst NFL personnel at the combine, if a team can achieve high level success while paying an OG $18-$20 million a year, if an impact WR can be drafted at #47 this year, and his choice for the #1 pick. 1:18:27-Covering the Colts for CBS4/Fox59 Mike Chappell joins JMV to talk about if they believe a decision on Wentz has already been made, when they think Irsay made the decision, if they have any idea who the QB would be if Wentz is out, and if Irsay is making this decision on emotions. 1:49:42-After his conversation with Mike Chappell, JMV wonders if Irsay is making a major mistake getting rid of Carson Wentz just for the sake of a new name at QB without a plan to replace him. 1:55:06-JMV gives away America tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Covering the Colts for CBS4/Fox59 Mike Chappell joins JMV to talk about if they believe a decision on Wentz has already been made, when they think Irsay made the decision, if they have any idea who the QB would be if Wentz is out, and if Irsay is making this decision on emotions. 29:00-JMV is joined by CBS Sports NFL Analyst Emory Hunt to talk about what the chatter is amongst NFL personnel at the combine, if a team can achieve high level success while paying an OG $18-$20 million a year, if an impact WR can be drafted at #47 this year, and his choice for the #1 pick. 37:50-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the Pacers comeback win in OT vs the Magic, how Malcolm Brogdon fits in long term with the new core, what the Pacers can do about Jalen Smith and how hard it will be to keep him next season, and why it’s important for this group to get some wins, even if it means hurting their draft lottery odds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with Purdue falling to Wisconsin with a chance for a share of the regular season Big Ten Championship, the Boilermakers bad luck with last second shots in multiple losses this season, and the seemingly lack of chemistry in moments. 24:26-JMV is joined by NBC NFL Analyst Chris Simms to talk about the feeling around the NFL of the combine leaving Indy after this year, what he would do with Wentz if he was the Colts, why he thinks the Colts know something about a potential replacement that the public doesn’t know, if the Colts can make the Super Bowl with Wentz as QB if they add more playmakers, if there are teams that would trade for Wentz right now, and what he thinks about Russell Wilson possibility moving on from the Seahawks. 39:17-NFL Draft Analyst Tony Pauline joins JMV to dive into the upcoming NFL Draft. He gives JMV some names at LT that could be available in the 2nd round that could start day 1, the deepest position group in the draft, if the WR position is as deep as the previous two years, the biggest story at the combine this year, expectations for David Bell and his potential draft range, and if the QB position is as bad as most experts think. 1:05:59-JMV welcomes on Derek Schultz to talk about his hand size and if he’s measured it at the combine yet, if he had to choose from Wentz or Trubisky who he would pick, if Wilson is a pipe dream at this point, and how the Colts are in no mans land like the Pacers have been recently. 1:26:14-“Kevin and Query” co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV and they start it out by JMV giving KB a lesson on a variety of “must know” topics. They then talk about Kevin’s upcoming interview with Frank Reich and some pressing questions we still don’t know the answers to from the season, the bad part of the NFL Combine, and how fans would react if Mitch Trubisky was the starting QB next year. 1:58:26-JMV gets a call about the radio call of when George McGinnis won the IHSAA State Championship. 2:03:55-JMV closes out the show with an answer on if there could be an 11th hour change of heart from Irsay and the Colts keep Wentz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV is joined by NBC NFL Analyst Chris Simms to talk about the feeling around the NFL of the combine leaving Indy after this year, what he would do with Wentz if he was the Colts, why he thinks the Colts know something about a potential replacement that the public doesn’t know, if the Colts can make the Super Bowl with Wentz as QB if they add more playmakers, if there are teams that would trade for Wentz right now, and what he thinks about Russell Wilson possibility moving on from the Seahawks. 12:50-NFL Draft Analyst Tony Pauline joins JMV to dive into the upcoming NFL Draft. He gives JMV some names at LT that could be available in the 2nd round that could start day 1, the deepest position group in the draft, if the WR position is as deep as the previous two years, the biggest story at the combine this year, expectations for David Bell and his potential draft range, and if the QB position is as bad as most experts think. 29:48-“Kevin and Query” co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV and they start it out by JMV giving KB a lesson on a variety of “must know” topics. They then talk about Kevin’s upcoming interview with Frank Reich and some pressing questions we still don’t know the answers to from the season, the bad part of the NFL Combine, and how fans would react if Mitch Trubisky was the starting QB next year. 59:09-JMV welcomes on Derek Schultz to talk about his hand size and if he’s measured it at the combine yet, if he had to choose from Wentz or Trubisky who he would pick, if Wilson is a pipe dream at this point, and how the Colts are in no mans land like the Pacers have been recently. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with a sound clip of Chris Ballard talking about where they are currently at with Carson Wentz and his future in Indy. JMV takes a wide view look at everything Ballard said about Wentz, lack of playmakers, Hilton and Doyle retirement decisions, LT, and extending Quenton Nelson. 28:45-Colts Postgame Show Host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to give his opinion on whether or not he thinks Wentz will be back next year, the biggest area of need outside a potential QB, and Ballard’s comments about Eric Fisher. They then preview Purdue vs Wisconsin that will go a long way in determining the Big Ten Championship, what IU needs to do to secure their spot in the tournament, and an IHSAA Boys sectional preview. 45:33-IU Reporter for Peegs.com Jeff Rabjohns joins JMV to talk about what IU needs to do to make the tournament, why Xavier Johnson has been playing much better recently, other roles players stepping up, and how the extra year of eligibility  because of COVID will affect the Hoosiers. He then welcomes on Purdue Radio Announcer Rob Blackman to preview their game vs Wisconsin with a Big Ten Championship on the line, the keys to the game, how to stop Johnny Davis, and expectations from team leader and future top 5 NBA pick Jaden Ivey. 1:17:16- JMV takes some calls on why he’s being too tough on Carson Wentz, Frank Reich’s comments about Wentz. 1:27:52-JMV opens up the phone lines to talk about other potential names that don’t excite JMV at QB like Mitch Trubisky and Gardner Minshew. He then wonders about Jordan Love if the Packers make up with Aaron Rodgers and his potential upside compared to other options. 1:52:44-JMV listens to one of Frank Reich’s soundbites and what he thinks he’s trying to say without coming out and saying it. He then takes calls on whether or Irsay will eat $15 million if they cut Wentz, and a call about Jake Query’s analogies. 2:06:41-JMV closes out the show giving away America tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.