The Ride with JMV Podcast

00:00-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 28:28-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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00- JMV opens up the show taking a closer look at how the Colts roster is currently constructed. Where is a majority of the cap money going towards, is it sustainable, and why it's unique to any other NFL team. 28:56-Colts Postgame Show Host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the adventure that was the Colts postgame show on Sunday, if he thinks this Colts team is built incorrectly, appreciation for Anthony Castonzo, and what the Colts do in the draft. 47:47-PFF Data Scientist Ben Brown joins JMV to provide numbers to the Colts poor performance in Jacksonville, the biggest question marks heading into 2022, what the analytics say the Colts record would be if Darius Leonard and Jonathan Taylor weren’t on the team, the Colts lack of pass catching options, and where the data puts the Colts at drafting players. 1:11:51-JMV opens up the phone lines and gets a call about the defensive scheme and if Matt Eberflus will get a Head Coaching job, and the role of Nyheim Hines. 1:25:13-Colts Radio Analyst Rick Venturi joins JMV to dissect all the issues with the Colts. He talks about what he believes Jim Irsay told Ballard and Reich behind the scenes, if their seats are now hot heading into next year, why Rick thinks the roster building has been flawed, if Rick thinks Wentz is a viable QB for the Colts going forward. 1:46:46-Rick Venturi re-joins JMV and dives into his issues with the current defensive scheme, if he disagrees with the philosophy of paying the OL big $$, what to do at LT, and if Ballard will be forced to dip more into free agency this year. 2:07:11-JMV closes out the show with a recap of a big day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colts Radio Analyst Rick Venturi joins JMV to dissect all the issues with the Colts. He talks about what he believes Jim Irsay told Ballard and Reich behind the scenes, if their seats are now hot heading into next year, why Rick thinks the roster building has been flawed, if Rick thinks Wentz is a viable QB for the Colts going forward. Rick Venturi re-joins JMV and dives into his issues with the current defensive scheme, if he disagrees with the philosophy of paying the OL big $$, what to do at LT, and if Ballard will be forced to dip more into free agency this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-With the most embarrassing loss in franchise history, JMV recaps and gives his thoughts to the Colts losing to the Jaguars, who he blames the most, what to do with Carson Wentz, and why the team came out so flat the last 2 weeks in the regular season. 31:08-JMV takes a couple calls about the answer at QB going forward if they move on from Wentz and if Irsay is as invested as he was over the last decade. 45:30-Co-host of “Kevin and Query” Jake Query joins JMV and they talk about if this loss is the worst in Indianapolis Colts franchise history, what happened for the flat play the final 2 weeks, why Ballard and Reich aren’t being discussed more seriously for being fired, and the last time both the Colts and Pacers missed the playoffs in the same season. 1:13:31-JMV opens back up the lines and gets a question about Wentz causing a wedge between Ballard and Reich, the level of effort, and what happened to Kenny Moore the last 2 weeks. 1:25:51-JMV explains why he doesn’t think Frank Reich will be fired but that he should be fired, who the Colts free agents are, and how much cap space they will have to work with. 1:53:13-JMV takes more calls on whether or not the Colts would trade Quenton Nelson, why Ryan Kelly could be an interesting trade piece, and why they’re seemingly in a dead end spot. 2:05:28-JMV closes out the show with a couple rapid fire calls! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with Former Heisman Trophy Winner and ESPN Analyst Desmond Howard to preview the National Championship between Georgia and Alabama, if this is the best Kirby Smart led Georgia team, how Alabama compares to their team last year, and if he thinks the chatter is real that Jim Harbaugh would leave Michigan. 26:01-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk about the High School Basketball season, IU’s win vs OSU and the importance to the players and fans, Purdue’s defensive issues, and what is coming on Indiana Sports Talk this weekend! 45:26-Former Colts TE and CFB Analyst Charles Arbuckle joins JMV to preview the national championship, Georgia fans barking at the Indianapolis Airport baggage claim, and if Bill O’Brien will be a legit candidate for the Jaguars HC job. 1:05:37-JMV answers questions and thinks about what would happen if the Colts lose to Jacksonville, why Wentz plays better in bad weather, and who the winner of the JMV Fantasy Football League was. 1:23:14-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV and they talk about the bounce back from IUBB with a win vs OSU after a bad loss to PSU, what Trey Galloway gives them that doesn’t show up in the stats sheet, and a preview of Minnesota. 1:44:10-Sports Betting Expert Jon Price joins JMV to preview the National Championship and who to bet on for Colts vs Jags! 1:53:34-– JMV closes it out with “Anything Goes”! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with Former Heisman Trophy Winner and ESPN Analyst Desmond Howard to preview the National Championship between Georgia and Alabama, if this is the best Kirby Smart led Georgia team, how Alabama compares to their team last year, and if he thinks the chatter is real that Jim Harbaugh would leave Michigan. 18:20-Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer joins JMV and they talk about the bounce back from IUBB with a win vs OSU after a bad loss to PSU, what Trey Galloway gives them that doesn’t show up in the stats sheet, and a preview of Minnesota. 35:21-Former Colts TE and CFB Analyst Charles Arbuckle joins JMV to preview the national championship, Georgia fans barking at the Indianapolis Airport baggage claim, and if Bill O’Brien will be a legit candidate for the Jaguars HC job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV starts the show with the wonder that is Lance Stephenson. He tries to nail down why Pacers fans love him so much. He then responds to his inaugural appearance on Hard Knocks. 27:55-Pacers Sideline Reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins JMV and they discuss his walk-off interview at the end of the 1st half, why JJ thinks Pacers fans love Lance, how he fits with this team and his chemistry with Sabonis, and the potential that he stays with the team thru the season after his 10 day contract is up. 46:28-JMV opens up the phone lines for the 1st time and gets calls about Hard Knocks, why fans love Lance, Wentz’s number on the road vs at home, and the breaking news that will allow the Pacers to keep Stephenson through the end of the year. 1:12:06-JMV reacts to news that Falcons WR Calvin Ridley and the Falcons will likely part ways this offseason and wonders what it would take to bring him to Indy. 1:27:24-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to discuss the Colts bringing in a veteran CB for a workout after it’s looking likely that Xavier Rhodes will be out Sunday, if the Jaguars are really a threat to pull the upset, and if looking back was Carson Wentz the best option the Colts had at QB last offseason. 2:01:31-JMV gets a question about moving Nyheim Hines to WR to better utilize him and wonders if that would be a real possibility. 2:09:53-JMV closes out the show recapping the show and what is in store for tomorrow! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Pacers Sideline Reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins JMV and they discuss his walk-off interview at the end of the 1st half, why JJ thinks Pacers fans love Lance, how he fits with this team and his chemistry with Sabonis, and the potential that he stays with the team thru the season after his 10 day contract is up. 17:26-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to discuss the Colts bringing in a veteran CB for a workout after it’s looking likely that Xavier Rhodes will be out Sunday, if the Jaguars are really a threat to pull the upset, and if looking back was Carson Wentz the best option the Colts had at QB last offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with the Colts and coming out of the gate strong vs the Jags so there isn’t any doubt about the outcome of the game. He then talks about the Pacers and their loss to the Knicks, guys out with COVID, and what he expects in Lance’s return to Indy. 27:46-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the Pacers recent struggles, all started by DeMar DeRozan’s buzzer beater. Their difficult schedule as they head out west, the type of reception Lance Stephenson will receive, and what to expect from Kyrie Irving as he makes his season debut tonight vs Indiana. 45:24-ESPN Jaguars Reporter Mike Dirocco joins JMV to discuss whether or not the Jags have already packed their bags for the offseason, why this is the lowest point for the organization since Shadid Khan took over ownership, if Colts DC Matt Eberflus is a legit candidate to land the Jags job, and the expectations for Jags fans to wear clown costumes to the game Saturday to protest the organization. 1:08:53-JMV opens up the phone lines and gets a caller critical of Myles Turner. In a rare moment, JMV goes off and rants about how the Pacers use Myles Turner and why he will never be the type of player fans of the 90s and early 00’s would expect. 1:27:13-“Kevin and Query” Co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about how much juice Lance Stephenson will bring to the Gainbridge Fieldhouse crowd, why Colts fans shouldn’t be as concerned with the Jaguars even after losing to them last year, why the dip in the Colts passing offense lines up perfectly to when Parris Campbell went out with a foot injury, and if Wentz or lack of talent at receiver for the struggles in the passing game. 1:57:42-JMV fires up “Anything Goes” sponsored by Ray’s Trash Service! 2:04:13-JMV closes out the show with a couple more calls for Anything Goes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-“Kevin and Query” Co-host Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about how much juice Lance Stephenson will bring to the Gainbridge Fieldhouse crowd, why Colts fans shouldn’t be as concerned with the Jaguars even after losing to them last year, why the dip in the Colts passing offense lines up perfectly to when Parris Campbell went out with a foot injury, and if Wentz or lack of talent at receiver for the struggles in the passing game. 29:52-ESPN Jaguars Reporter Mike Dirocco joins JMV to discuss whether or not the Jags have already packed their bags for the offseason, why this is the lowest point for the organization since Shadid Khan took over ownership, if Colts DC Matt Eberflus is a legit candidate to land the Jags job, and the expectations for Jags fans to wear clown costumes to the game Saturday to protest the organization. 50:24-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the Pacers recent struggles, all started by DeMar DeRozan’s buzzer beater. Their difficult schedule as they head out west, the type of reception Lance Stephenson will receive, and what to expect from Kyrie Irving as he makes his season debut tonight vs Indiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show by discussing what is at stake for the Colts vs the Jaguars and the mentality after a disappointing game vs the Raiders. 29:37-JMV answers some questions about the Colts including expectations for Parris Campbell if he returns, Wentz's ceiling, and if the Jaguars might hire Bill O'Brien to be their Head Coach. 44:02-PFF Data Scientist Ben Brown joins JMV and they talk about where Carson Wentz ranks in the NFL for passing grade and if he has a bad or good season according to analytics, who has the worst run defense of potential Colts playoff opponents, and who PFF has winning all the major awards. 1:10:47-Colts Postgame Show host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the level of “tight butt” Colts fans will have if the game is close vs the Jaguars on Sunday, what he will do in the Emmis building if the Colts lose, and if there is a reason to panic about both IU and Purdue basketball. 1:31:05-Former Boilermaker and current BTN and ESPN Analyst Robbie Hummel joins JMV to talk about if he’s concerned about Purdue after falling 1-2 in the Big Ten, why their practices defensively aren’t translating to the games, who he thinks is the best team in the Big Ten, and why he’s concerned for IUBB. 1:52:26-JMV fires up “Anything Goes” and finds some evidence for his crazy Manning Brothers/ Busta Rhymes concert, and Wentz’s weapons. 2:11:22-JMV closes out the show with more Anything Goes and gets a great call from Butch complaining about the IndyStar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-Former Boilermaker and current BTN and ESPN Analyst Robbie Hummel joins JMV to talk about if he’s concerned about Purdue after falling 1-2 in the Big Ten, why their practices defensively aren’t translating to the games, who he thinks is the best team in the Big Ten, and why he’s concerned for IUBB. 18:53-PFF Data Scientist Ben Brown joins JMV and they talk about where Carson Wentz ranks in the NFL for passing grade and if he has a bad or good season according to analytics, who has the worst run defense of potential Colts playoff opponents, and who PFF has winning all the major awards. 38:49-Colts Postgame Show host Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about the level of “tight butt” Colts fans will have if the game is close vs the Jaguars on Sunday, what he will do in the Emmis building if the Colts lose, and if there is a reason to panic about both IU and Purdue basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-JMV opens up the show with his full thoughts on the Colts loss to the Raiders, why he was shocked they came out so flat, who he blames for the loss, and looking at different playoff scenarios if they beat the Jaguars next Sunday.  31:51-JMV takes a couple calls about Carson Wentz and his play vs the Raiders, Frank Reich’s play calling in the 4th quarter, and Nyheim Hines usage. 46:50-– Co-host of “Kevin and Query” Jake Query joins JMV and they start by discussing Carson Wentz and his rollercoaster style of play that drives fans crazy, if it’s fair to blame him for the loss to LV, the lack of explosion from the WR group, expectations for Parris Campbell if he returns vs Jax, and what to make of Antonio Brown. 1:18:43-JMV talks about what might happen if the Colts lose to Jacksonville and if Frank Reich would be on the hot seat. 1:25:54-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV and they talk about if lack of practice cohesion because of Covid is a valid reason for the Colts sluggish start vs the Raiders, how to discuss the ceiling of Wentz and if it is good enough to win in the playoffs, and if there is any reason for the Colts better on the road compared to at home. 1:53:04- JMV takes a call about the TE position and how they can find a dynamic TE like Dallas Clark to open up the offense. 2:03:33-JMV closes out the show telling the story of someone proposing live on the New Years Eve JMV Takeover and how his daughter almost ruined it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV and they talk about if lack of practice cohesion because of Covid is a valid reason for the Colts sluggish start vs the Raiders, how to discuss the ceiling of Wentz and if it is good enough to win in the playoffs, and if there is any reason for the Colts better on the road compared to at home. 23:03-Co-host of “Kevin and Query” Jake Query joins JMV and they start by discussing Carson Wentz and his rollercoaster style of play that drives fans crazy, if it’s fair to blame him for the loss to LV, the lack of explosion from the WR group, expectations for Parris Campbell if he returns vs Jax, and what to make of Antonio Brown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-24:06) – The final Ride With JMV opens up on a Thursday with JMV live at Parks Place Pub discussing the latest injury news with Chris Hagan from CBS4 and FOX59, last week’s win in Arizona with Brett Hulverson, and last night’s Hard Knocks episode. (24:06-47:41) – JMV returns from break by giving a live update on the Purdue/Tennessee game in the Music City Bowl, his takeaway from the Colts/Cardinals game along with Chris Hagan’s, and touch on the Pacers struggles against the Charlotte Hornets. (47:41-52:59) – The first hour of today’s show concludes with JMV, Brett Hulverson, and Chris Hagan discussing the Purdue/Tennessee game going on as the show is happening in the Music City Bowl.       (52:59-1:25:08) – The second hour the final 2021 edition of the Ride With JMV starts with JMV bringing on the owner of Parks Place Pub and then gives his Week 17 picks with Brett Hulverson and Chris Hagan! (1:25:08-1:38:03) – Following their Week 17 picks, JMV and Chris Hagan give some of their thoughts on how different the offense would look if Wentz can’t go, examine the two College Football Playoff bowl games that are this weekend, and provide a live update on the Purdue game. (1:38:03-1:57:28) – The final hour of the final 2021 show of the Ride With JMV starts with Colts linebacker E.J. Speed recapping the big road win in Arizona, how Bubba Ventrone always brings the energy during practices and meetings, what his new year plans are. (1:57:28-2:10:57) – Following his conversation with Speed, JMV gives an update on the what is going on in the Music City Bowl with Purdue and Tennessee, touch on Reggie Wayne being named a finalist for the Hall of Fame, and which games stand out the most this weekend during the NFL. (2:10:57-2:18:44) – JMV closes out today’s show by asking Chris Hagan if there is a chance that Indianapolis could host another NCAA March Madness Tournament if the COVID-19 keep rising in the future and revisit how great it was having the entire tournament in one city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.