The Ride with JMV Podcast

00:00-NFL Expert John Clayton joins JMV and they go through the QB’s that could be on the move including what he thinks happens with Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers, if Matt Eberflus will get a HC job, and what is going on in Dallas, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Denver this offseason. 16:37-PFF Data Scientist Ben Brown joins JMV to talk about the PFF numbers from the Chiefs vs Bills game, if AFC teams will be even more desperate to get a top QB after watching that game, the Colts WR core stats and ranking in the NFL, and betting favorites for some potential QB’s hitting the market. 36:54-Friend of the show Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the end of the City Championship cancellation between Cathedral and Indy Tech, IUBB’s up and down week, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show recapping the NFL Divisional round and how it all relates back to the Colts. The QB’s in the AFC that they will have to be competing with for the next decade, the style of play needed to win in the postseason, and how to explain their wins vs the 49ers and the Bills in the regular season. He then analyzes the QB position across the NFL and where the Colts are and can potentially go for next season. 28:37-JMV answers questions about what the Colts do at QB, how he feels about Jimmy G, what happened to the Evan Williams Ice Luge Shutdown, and a call from friend of the show Jimmy! 43:33-“Kevin and Query” co-host Jake Query joins JMV and they talk about mid 90s music before Jake reveals what 90s MTV personality he stumbled upon topless in a house rental. They then talk about how disappointing the IU loss to Michigan was, how Purdue looked without Jaden Ivey, and if Butler should have stayed in the A10. They then transfer to the Colts and compare their roster quality to current playoff teams. 1:14:58-JMV talked about The Colts pro-bowl selections, with 7 players selected and yet still missing the NFL playoffs.  The conversation then turned to IU basketball as callers wanted to discuss their recent 80-62 loss to Michigan.  1:24:42-Stephen Holder “The Athletic” called in to talk with JMV about The Colts office possibly changing their opinions about players and the coaching staff before the 2022 season. They discussed the urgency The Colts might be showing in filling positions to fill out a contending roster before the next season opener. Holder detailed how Wentz might be struggling due to a lack of surrounding skill players. JMV asked about if The Colts organization might have been questioning their release of Joe Burrow during the season. Lastly, they discussed how seriously The Colts would consider trading Carson Wentz during the off season.  1:52:30-JMV continued the conversation of comparing The Colts to other post-season football teams, namely the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills. JMV touched on the Cincinnati Bengals run during this post-season and the anticipation over their upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs.  Fans then called in to discuss The Colts in regards to the negative perception of the team. 2:04:28-JMV closes out with a couple more calls! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00- Stephen Holder “The Athletic” called in to talk with JMV about The Colts office possibly changing their opinions about players and the coaching staff before the 2022 season. They discussed the urgency The Colts might be showing in filling positions to fill out a contending roster before the next season opener. Holder detailed how Wentz might be struggling due to a lack of surrounding skill players. JMV asked about if The Colts organization might have been questioning their release of Joe Burrow during the season. Lastly, they discussed how seriously The Colts would consider trading Carson Wentz during the off season.  25:14-Kevin and Query” co-host Jake Query joins JMV and they talk about mid 90s music before Jake reveals what 90s MTV personality he stumbled upon topless in a house rental. They then talk about how disappointing the IU loss to Michigan was, how Purdue looked without Jaden Ivey, and if Butler should have stayed in the A10. They then transfer to the Colts and compare their roster quality to current playoff teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with his thoughts on IU snapping their 9 game losing streak to Purdue, Phinisee’s moment, Ivey carrying the load in the 2nd half, Mike Woodson’s coaching decisions, and Trayce Jackson-Davis’s foul trouble. 26:30-JMV pays tribute to the life of Meat Loaf before bringing on Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell to talk about IU’s win vs Purdue, a coach’s perspective on going back to Rob Phinisee for the last shot after he missed the one prior, outlook for the rest of the Big Ten season for both teams, and what is in store for Indiana Sports Talk this weekend! 43:42-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins for his Friday slow jam re-entry, the Pacers getting a big win vs the Warriors and why fans should relish it, what they thought about IU fans storming the court, and how the end of the Colts season poisoned all the good things they did the rest of the year. 1:08:29-–  IU Guard Rob Phinisee joins JMV to talk about his mentality after he missed the 1st game winning shot and what he thought about before making the 2nd chance, what Mike Woodson was telling them pregame, what it means for him coming from Lafayette to beat Purdue, and how many people reached out to him after last night. 1:22:00-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV to talk about the atmosphere in Assembly Hall last night, Trayce Jackson-Davis staying engaged in the game even with foul trouble, his free throws late, upperclassman leadership and how rare it is in CBB today, and how they avoid a letdown vs Michigan. 1:56:06-JMV closes out the show reminiscing on the 2007 AFC Championship game between the Colts and Pats on the 15 year anniversary.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-IU Guard Rob Phinisee joins JMV to talk about his mentality after he missed the 1st game winning shot and what he thought about before making the 2nd chance, what Mike Woodson was telling them pregame, what it means for him coming from Lafayette to beat Purdue, and how many people reached out to him after last night. 12:05-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV to talk about the atmosphere in Assembly Hall last night, Trayce Jackson-Davis staying engaged in the game even with foul trouble, his free throws late, upperclassman leadership and how rare it is in CBB today, and how they avoid a letdown vs Michigan. 26:32-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins for his Friday slow jam re-entry, the Pacers getting a big win vs the Warriors and why fans should relish it, what they thought about IU fans storming the court, and how the end of the Colts season poisoned all the good things they did the rest of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show previewing the IU vs Purdue matchup in Bloomington and what is at stake for both schools. He dives into IU and what a win would mean for the start of the Mike Woodson era and whether or not Purdue can maintain their dominance in the rivalry and keep pace in the Big Ten race. He then talks about the Pacers win vs the Lakers and whether or not it changes how he views this team. 28:00-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to explain why he won’t be calling the Pacers game tonight vs the Warriors, Sabonis’s ankle injury, and previewing the upcoming game vs Golden State.  44:51-Former Hoosier Brian Evans joins JMV to talk about the IU vs Purdue rivalry including whether or not you can get too amped up, what he did pregame before games vs Purdue, if getting more Indiana born players makes the rivalry more important, and keys to a Indiana win vs a more talented Purdue team. 1:09:32-JMV heads to the phone lines and gets asked whether or not the Colts would dump Wentz if Jimmy G became available, and if not, what type of QB would have to be an option for the Colts to eat the $15 million cap hit for cutting Wentz. 1:21:13-Mike Chappell from CBS4/Fox59 joins JMV to discuss Matt Eberflus’s future in the Colts organization. He discusses the aspects of the Colt’s season that made them a team others feared to play with a record of 9-6, only to fall short in the last two weeks of the season. They then talked about what elements the Colts would need to change in the future in order to produce a playoff contending team.  1:49:40-JMV discussed the upcoming IU and Purdue game. He went over the key things that both teams would have to avoid to win the game.  1:58:27-JMV closes out the show giving away Megadeath tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Former Hoosier Brian Evans joins JMV to talk about the IU vs Purdue rivalry including whether or not you can get too amped up, what he did pregame before games vs Purdue, if getting more Indiana born players makes the rivalry more important, and keys to a Indiana win vs a more talented Purdue team. 19:35-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to explain why he won’t be calling the Pacers game tonight vs the Warriors, Sabonis’s ankle injury, and previewing the upcoming game vs Golden State.  34:06-Mike Chappell from CBS4/Fox59 joins JMV to discuss Matt Eberflus’s future in the Colts organization. He discusses the aspects of the Colt’s season that made them a team others feared to play with a record of 9-6, only to fall short in the last two weeks of the season. They then talked about what elements the Colts would need to change in the future in order to produce a playoff contending team.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-– JMV opens up the show talking about Colts DC Matt Eberflus getting 2nd interviews with both the Bears and the Jaguars and where the Colts might look towards DC if they lose Eberflus. JMV then dives into the new Pacers trade rumors that have Sabonis going to Sacramento for De’Aaron Fox. The pros and cons of Fox, his contract situation, and how he would fit into the current roster. 28:22-JMV goes to the phones and talks about Purdue Basketball’s dominance over IUBB, if it is time for Butler to look for a new coach, and why the Pacers can’t seem to make Sabonis & Turner work. 42:38-The calls keep rolling with people on both sides of whether to keep or trade Myles Turner  46:21-Pacers Sideline Reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins JMV to talk about the fubar at the end of the Bally Sports Broadcast vs the Clippers, how Myles Turner’s injury complicates his trade value, previewing the Pacers vs Lakers, and the biggest pleasant surprise for the Pacers this season. 1:11:01-JMV reads some responses from his earlier question of if it is better for the Colts if Matt Eberflus gets a Head Coaching job in Chicago or Jacksonville and gets a passionate call about the root issue of all the Pacers problems. 1:22:15-JMV answers a question of whether or not Rick Carlisle could end up as GM, the latest with the Sabonis and De’Aaron Fox trade rumors, and more Eberflus responses 1:25:05-Fan Morning Show co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV and they talk about the IU vs Purdue matchup Thursday and how there hasn’t been a back and forth for almost 20 years, if Tom Crean or Chris Ballard gives off more of a “used car salesman” vibe, Kevin’s thoughts on hoping Matt Eberflus finds a Head Coach job, and some thoughts on Chris Ballard’s press conference and where they disagreed. 1:57:56-JMV takes a call about the lack of practical backup QB option behind Carson Wentz and if it possibly cost them the game vs the Titans and vs the Raiders. 2:05:38-JMV closes out the show giving away Megadeath tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Fan Morning Show co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV and they talk about the IU vs Purdue matchup Thursday and how there hasn’t been a back and forth for almost 20 years, if Tom Crean or Chris Ballard gives off more of a “used car salesman” vibe, Kevin’s thoughts on hoping Matt Eberflus finds a Head Coach job, and some thoughts on Chris Ballard’s press conference and where they disagreed. 31:08-Pacers Sideline Reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins JMV to talk about the fubar at the end of the Bally Sports Broadcast vs the Clippers, how Myles Turner’s injury complicates his trade value, previewing the Pacers vs Lakers, and the biggest pleasant surprise for the Pacers this season.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:42) – JMV opens up today’s show by recapping the Pacers loss to the Nicolas Batum led Las Angeles Clippers, what Myles Turner’s foot injury means for his trade value with the trade deadline looming, and touches on the Boilermakers/Hoosiers picking up wins yesterday along with Butler being throttled by Villanova on Sunday. (28:42-47:30) – ISC Sports Network’sGreg Rakestraw makes his weekly stop on the Ride With JMV to give his thoughts on Purdue’s double-overtime win in Illinois yesterday, the status of LaVall Jordan beyond this year, and the “all-chips in” comment that Jim Irsay made over the weekend. (47:30-1:15:47) – PFF AnalystBen Brown is back with JMV on a Tuesday to compare the play of Charles Leno Jr. and Eric Fisher, how offensive line issues have been solved quicker than usual across the NFL, and highlighted some of the top players from Wild Card weekend.       (1:15:47-1:27:00) – Following his conversation with Ben Brown, JMV shifts the conversation to some tweets that he’s received halfway through the show and takes a call from a listener in regards to Rob Phinisee’s shooting struggles for IU. (1:27:00-1:51:03) – The final hour of the Ride With JMV opens with the voice of the Boilermakers in Rob Blackman breaking down yesterday’s double-overtime victory over Illinois yesterday, looks ahead to the Boilermakers big game on Thursday in Bloomington against the Hoosiers, and identifies the weakness for Purdue. (1:51:03-2:03:45) – JMV comes back from break and does a little Anything Goes sponsored by Ray’s Trash Service. (2:03:45-2:05:01) – JMV wraps up today’s show by giving away two tickets for a listener to go see Megadeth and Lamb of God! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-17:23) – ISC Sports Network’s Greg Rakestraw makes his weekly stop on the Ride With JMV to give his thoughts on Purdue’s double-overtime win in Illinois yesterday, the status of LaVall Jordan beyond this year, and the “all-chips in” comment that Jim Irsay made over the weekend. (17:23-39:39) – PFF Analyst Ben Brown is back with JMV on a Tuesday to compare the play of Charles Leno Jr. and Eric Fisher, how offensive line issues have been solved quicker than usual across the NFL, and highlighted some of the top players from Wild Card weekend.       (39:39-1:01:19) – The final hour of the Ride With JMV opens with the voice of the Boilermakers in Rob Blackman breaking down yesterday’s double-overtime victory over Illinois yesterday, looks ahead to the Boilermakers big game on Thursday in Bloomington against the Hoosiers, and identifies the weakness for Purdue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens the show talking about some potential Colts offseason moves including what would have to be available for Carson Wentz to not be the QB in Indy next year. 25:03-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk about some of the midseason tournaments in High School Basketball, what it means for a High School to be independent of a conference like Center Grove and Carmel will have to be right now, and the biggest issues for IUBB right now. 46:01- ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV for an All-Time Rendition of his Friday Slow Jam Re-Entry before getting in their discussion about the Colts. They talk about Chris Ballard’s wording towards Carson Wentz, if they believe Ballard when he says he’s happy with the WR room, and hopes for the rookie DE’s in year 2. 1:15:05-JMV opens up the phone lines and gets suggestions on who the next Colts QB should be. 1:23:43-JMV takes a couple calls and entertains the question that current 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo may be an option for next year and his current contract situation. He then welcomes Sports Betting Analyst Jon Price to discuss NFL Wildcard weekend! 1:43:39-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV to talk about the Hoosiers effort vs Iowa, the difference between the 1st and 2nd half, and Xavier Johnson’s struggles. 2:01:43-JMV closes out the show with Eagles tickets and his NFL wildcard picks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV for an All-Time Rendition of his Friday Slow Jam Re-Entry before getting in their discussion about the Colts. They talk about Chris Ballard’s wording towards Carson Wentz, if they believe Ballard when he says he’s happy with the WR room, and hopes for the rookie DE’s in year 2. 27:22-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV to talk about the Hoosiers effort vs Iowa, the difference between the 1st and 2nd half, and Xavier Johnson’s struggles. 43:47-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk about some of the midseason tournaments in High School Basketball, what it means for a High School to be independent of a conference like Center Grove and Carmel will have to be right now, and the biggest issues for IUBB right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV comes out firing with a full reaction to Chris Ballard’s end of season press conference. He reacts to Ballard’s comments on the WR room, his seemingly lack of trust in Wentz, laughing at moving Quenton Nelson to LT, and more. 31:00-JMV opens up the phone lines to talk about if it was players or coaching that failed in the final 2 weeks, Buckner’s comments on Hard Knocks, Ballard’s refusal to change his team building philosophy. 44:57-JMV discusses Quenton Nelson and why he would not pay a Guard top dollar with the amount of holes elsewhere on the roster. He then takes calls about Eric Fisher, Reich’s postgame speech that was in Hard Knocks, and Jonathan Taylor leading the league in rushing after contact. 1:10:38- JMV keeps the phone calls rolling about Carson Wentz, Chris Ballard, and Frank Reich 1:24:00-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV and they talk about Ballard open to a new QB but who any legitimate option would be to replace him, the Jonathan Taylor stat that would frustrate Colts fans, if they think Ballard will bring in a veteran DE, if they think the Colts will draft a WR with their 2nd round pick, and what Ballard was talking about when he said people complained about drafting Michael Pittman Jr. 1:57:49- JMV gives away Eagles tickets! 2:05:27- JMV recaps the show and previews tomorrow! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with his thoughts on the Colts options for this offseason to address some of the teams weaknesses, why it’s valid to feel panicked even after everything was going so well post Cardinals win, and his biggest question marks for Ballard to answer. 31:02-JMV opens up the phone line to get questions about trading for Russell Wilson and if COVID was a legit excuse for how the returning starters played the final 2 weeks. 41:39-Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about how Chris Ballard has drafted at the impact positions and why it’s now hurting the team, if Ballard’s philosophy has the change, and their reaction to Jim Irsay’s letter to the fans. 1:11:48-JMV takes more calls on Sam Ehlinger and how the Colts can move on from Wentz this offseason. 1:21:42-Alex Golden Host of “Setting the Pace” joins JMV to talk about Myles Turner’s social media comments after the Pacers loss to Boston, more teams seemingly being interested in Turner now, if Rick Carlisle has disappointed in year 1 with the Pacers, if the Pacers can expect Lance to produce at this level for the rest of the season, and deadline deals the Pacers should move. 1:52:10-JMV answers questions about Chris Ballard’s press conference tomorrow and how the team could come out so flat 2 weeks in a row. 1:59:33-JMV closes out the show giving away Eagles tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.