Best The Extended Bench Podcasts (2024)

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Indianapolis Colts - Josh Downs out four weeks; can Nick Cross atone? Classless Harbaugh no-caused! 20:14

26m ago20:14

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Josh Downs high ankle sprain was the horrible result of a ridiculous and selfish play by Nick Cross. Worse, it reflected a lack of respect for the coaching staff that told everyone on the roster that taking a player to the ground can not happen. Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen have a decision to make - teach Cross or say goodbye because ignoring c…

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Indianapolis Colts - Justin Simmons to workout with Saints! Richardson must use ALL weapons! 21:40

33m ago21:40

21:40

Justin Simmons going to workout for the Saints not good news for the Colts chances to sign the All-Pro safety! Anthony Richardson needs to use all weapons, which will hurt many of their fantasy values! Camp continues today at 9a, and Richardson needs to start getting sharp! Cubs and White Sox win on the same day for the first time in weeks! Bears o…

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Consolidation Trade Targets (Mailbag Pt. 5) 35:05

4h ago35:05

35:05

We are back with Pt. 5 of the 6-part mailbag! Today, Alex and Facci dive into one of the biggest topics from this offseason and moving forward: CONSOLIDATION TRADES! Yes, there are a ton of fans who DO NOT want the Pacers to make a drastic move and disrupt the current roster, but there are SEVERAL fans who are incredibly intrigued with the idea of …

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Indianapolis Colts - Justin Simmons just in time? Schedule unkind to Colts! Cole Hocker wins 1500! 21:00

23m ago21:00

21:00

Justin Simmons not a Colt - yet. Reports have Colts GM Ballard and Simmons agent Todd France having conversations about Simmons becoming a Colt. I'm not buying it. Dak Prescott is not good enough to be a championship quarterback, so Cowboys owner Jerry Jones should never pay him elite money. Colts injuries not different from most teams this trainin…

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Indianapolis Colts - Justin Simmons short-term free safety fix, but Ballard don’t play that, does he 21:25

29m ago21:25

21:25

Justin Simmons would be an expewnsive but elegant solution for the Colts need at free safety, but Chris Ballard enjoys fixing positional needs with internal candidates! Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has MUCH more in common with Danny White than either Roger Staubach or Troy Aikman! Cubs shutout for 11th time, but fans continue to fill Wrigley Field. Whit…

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Is Steve Kerr Utilizing Jayson Tatum Properly? 1:00:40

2h ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Jayson Tatum may be getting consistent minutes for Team USA, but is Steve Kerr actually using him properly? Is Jayson Tatum a victim of his elite diversity as a basketball player? Plus, a broader Olympic basketball check-in, and a look at the Boston Celtics' latest signing. 🕒Check out last week's underrated plays vid: https://youtu.be/fZA-lU1YMbs 🎙…

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Indianapolis Colts - Justin Simmons might be answer at free - or Julian Blackmon! Biles wins Silver! 19:55

17m ago19:55

19:55

Justin Simmons might be the Colts answer at free safety, or it could be Julian Blackmon - but someone needs to step up and put the top on the defense. Tight End Day at Colts Camp provides many opportunities for Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox, Drew Ogletree, and Jelani Woods! Gus Bradley explains the different traits for free and box safeties in his def…

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson a work in progress! 34 days to opener! Lilly King Gold finish! 23:05

20m ago23:05

23:05

Anthony Richardson and the Colts offense continue to lag behind the defense - need to get on the same page and find collective rhythm. Lilly King won gold and set a world record in the relay which was her final Olympic moment. Victor Oladipo with be inducted into the IU Athletics Hall of Fame. Steve McMichael's induction into the Pro Football Hall …

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Does Nembhard's Extension Affect Mathurin's Future with the Pacers? (Mailbag Pt. 4) 35:34

3h ago35:34

35:34

Part 4 of the Mailbag is here! We are pumped to chat with you all today...thanks to everyone for sending in their questions, as we dive into the Canadian duo of Benn Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard. Josh Lovell @JoshLov70209230 How do you see the Nembhard/Math/Nesmith trio fitting, long term? Will 2 of them start, whilst the other comes off the bench?…

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Indianapolis Colts - Richardson smooth and easy! Latu wild man around corner! Oladipo to IU Hall! 20:15

2d ago20:15

20:15

Anthony Richardson - smooth, fast, calm, and improving. Ttius Leo back up - a pleasant surprise! Free Safety remains a question mark as Julian Blackmon now getting reps on the back end! IU Basketball Hoosier Hysteria coming Friday, October 18 - to kick off homecoming weekend! Victor Oladipo will be enshrined in the IU Athletics Hall of Fame alongsi…

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Indianapolis Colts - Injuries becoming a pain! DeAndre Hopkins out 4-6 weeks! Bears win! IU FB ready 19:30

30m ago19:30

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Will Mallory and Jaylon Carlies among the dinged for the Colts. DeAndre Hopkins down 4-6 weeks - is it wrong to hope longer? Bears beat the Texans as the new kickoff rules debuts! Cubs walk it off against the Cardinals at Wrigley! https://mybookie.website/joinwithKENT Promocode: KENT Here is the link for my book: https://www.amazon.com/Oops-Art-Lea…

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Will one of Jarace or Mathurin have to be traded? Predicting the Future of the Roster in 3 to 5 years + NBA News Dump 36:10

2h ago36:10

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On Pt. 3 of the Mailbag Podcast, Alex and Facci talk about Jarace Walker, look at the roster in the future and predict what players from this group will still be on the team in 3 and 5 years, plus predicting Obi Toppin's minutes. Before all that, Alex gets the show kicked off with a LOADED NBA News Dump segment! Matt Beckham @fakemattbeckham Do you…

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Is Derrick White the Team USA MVP? 59:58

4h ago59:58

59:58

When Derrick White and Jrue Holiday check in to these Olympic games, undeniably good things happen. Just how essential is Derrick White to Team USA's success? Will Jayson Tatum adjust to his new role now that he's getting minutes? Plus, Embiid concerns, Boomers vs Greece preview, and the latest in 2024 Paris Olympics news. 🕒Check out last month's u…

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson rolling one week in! Gordon Hayward retires! Mongo to Hall! 22:24

15m ago22:24

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Anthony Richardson looks like a star in a galaxy of stars on the Colts offense. In five weeks, we'll have a better idea of whether we suffer from hope-related psychosis! Gordon Hayward retired from the NBA today - after hauling in a PowerBall size windfall during his 14-year career! Steve McMichael will enjoy his long overdue enshrinement into the …

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson tops reasons to feel GREAT! Bears v Texans tonight! USA wins 20:35

10h ago20:35

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Anthony Richardson needs to be the best quarterback in the AFC South for the Colts to win the division. Jonathan Taylor underrated - he seems ready to go! Big 10 half right in assigning host sites for basketball tournaments! Dwight Freeney will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend! https://mybookie.website/joinwithKENT Promoc…

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Discussing Myles Future, Potential New Contract Numbers + Will Pacer go in Tax to Extend Myles? 33:45

3h ago33:45

33:45

Alex and Facci are back with Pt. 2 of the mailbag and they answer all of your questions about Myles Turner. Discussing Myles' future in Indy with this being his final year on his contract. Joe Reagan @joe_bbjr69 I want Myles to remain a Pacer. With the cap pressure the Pacers will face though do you see the Pacers move on after next season? Woukd t…

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Quenton Nelson, Zaire Franklin, Michael Pittman fighting is a good thing! 21:45

18m ago21:45

21:45

Michael Pittman, Quenton Nelson, and Zaire Franklin fighting is a good thing - as long as no one gets hurt. No fights is reasonable - but reasonable and football have nothing to do with one another. Quenton Nelson's high praise for Bernhard Raimann tells you all you need to know about Raimann & Nelson! Team USA beat South Sudan, but not by enough t…

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Indianapolis Colts - Michael Pittman fights good? DJ Moore extended by Bears. Jayson Tatum to play! 21:00

10h ago21:00

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Michael Pittman is getting into fights everyday of training camp, and I will like it as long as no one gets hurt. Fights equal competitive! NFL's new kickoff rules so complicated even officials will fail to understand it! Joe Flacco runs on two successive plays in camp, but unlikely to be nicknamed "Wheels" this season. Chicago Bears signed receive…

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson scares fans - Steichen says he’s good! IU gets 7’0” center! 22:12

16h ago22:12

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Indianapolis Colts - Laiatu Latu ready for pads! Ebukam will be missed! Kerr “crazy” benching Tatum! 20:45

14m ago20:45

20:45

Samson Ebukam's injury provides an opportunity for the rest of the edges on the Colts roster - and that is the beauty of the NFL. Colts Camp - day one in pads comes this morning, and hopefully injuries are at a minimum. Steve Kerr says he felt crazy benching Jayson Tatum in the game against Serbia - Team USA won by one million so crazy Kerr was not…

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Is the starting small forward of the future on the Pacers roster? + What is James Wiseman's ceiling? (Mailbag Pt. 1) 34:38

7d ago34:38

34:38

What's up Pacers fans? Alex and Facci answer the first 5 questions from the Mailbag Podcast and discuss the backup centers for the majority of this podcast, but also dive into a little Myles Turner talk and discuss if the Pacers have the small forward of the future on their current roster. Devin - @basedevinO Do you think Wiseman will rebound and h…

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The Ripple Effect of Benching Jayson Tatum 56:26

3d ago56:26

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Will Jayson Tatum find his way back into the Team USA rotation? How will Steve Kerr's decision impact Tatum's long-term Olympic prospects? Plus, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday's performances, and key dates for the week ahead. 🕒Check out last week's underrated plays vid: https://youtu.be/XW_3RrudGvA 🎙️Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple…

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Indianapolis Colts - Samson Ekubam injury is Laiatu Latu’s invitation! Jalen Haralson leaning IU? 19:20

7d ago19:20

19:20

Samson Ekubam is done for the year with an Achilles, so Laiatu Latu, now would be a great time to play to your draft value! Denico Autry takes a six-game PED rip - and will miss opener in Indy for the Houston Texans. Patrick Mahomes is still very happy with his income despite mediocre QBs getting more! Cubs tonight in Cincy, but without new third b…

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Indianapolis Colts - Pittman fights, Ebukam hurt, Irsay talks! Team USA thumps Serbia! Cubs deal! 22:15

1d ago22:15

22:15

Michael Pittman and Jaylon Jones squared off to settle their differences as Jim Irsay preached twam unity 70 yards away in his first public appearance in almost eight months. Kevin Durant was virtually perfect in Team USA's beatdown of Serbia! Braylon Mullins cut his list to 10 - and my only question is why? Cubs make a trade deadline deal that hel…

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Indianapolis Colts - Offense relies on inexperienced Anthony Richardson! Olympic Open “incredible!” 23:29

16m ago23:29

23:29

Anthony Richardson has attempted exactly 1,000 passes dating back to the beginning of his high school football career! Olympic Opening Ceremony may continue for days - and Kelly Clarkson will call it “incredible” another 1,424 times! Charles Barkley’s rare honesty is dead on describing the greed of the NBA owners! https://mybookie.website/joinwithK…

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Indianapolis Colts - Richardson, Taylor strong one day in! Paye UP in ‘24! TE by committee can work! 23:15

5d ago23:15

23:15

Jonathan Taylor should have plenty in the tank to carry a heavy workload in 2024! Anthony Richardson running sounds good - until it doesn't - and Steph Curry doesn't get hit by LeBron James every time he shoots a three! Tight end by committee can work - again. Kwity Paye - time to reach his potential is right now! Curt Cignetti's remarks still awes…

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Power Ranking the East, NBA's New TV Deal + MORE with Keith Smith! 42:56

4d ago42:56

42:56

Mike Facci is joined by Keith Smith to dive into the Pacers extending Andrew Nembhard, the Pacers running it back, how they stack up to the remaining teams in the Eastern Conference, Keith shares his NBA Power Rankings for the East and then they dive into the new NBA TV Deal! Loaded Friday show for you here on your go-to Pacers Podcast, Setting The…

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The Ultimate Celtics Fan Bucket List 44:08

6d ago44:08

44:08

What are the ultimate bucket list items for a hardcore Celtics fan? Go to an NBA finals game? Sure. Meet a player in real life? Of course. But what else? There are so many amazing experiences a Celtics fan can seek out. On this episode, we draft the ultimate Celtics fan experiences and take suggestions from the live chat. Plus, what's coming up thi…

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Indianapolis Colts Camp - Anthony Richardson going to RUN! IU Football’s Curt Cignetti going to WIN 23:42

15h ago23:42

23:42

Anthony Richardson wobbles early, then dials it in! Jonathan Taylor no longer in a hoodie at camp - he looks much better wearing his #28 jersey! Colts attitude has shifted a little toward a winning attitude - as though they feel they should win! Texans can talk "five-headed monster" if they like - but Colts offense is going to hit the ground smokin…

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Indianapolis Colts - Ryan Kelly wants extension; Ballard balks! Pacers extend James Johnson! Cubs L! 20:45

26m ago20:45

20:45

Ryan Kelly wants to stay with the Colts, but Chris Ballard unready to commit to an extension! Zaire Franklin's quote is a must hear piece of wisdom! Colts first workout today! What are we looking for? Pacers sign James Johnson to a very expensive extension for a peer leader not required to contribute on the floor! Curt Cignetti speaks today at Big …

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Andrew Nembhard EXTENDS + James Johnson Re-Signs! 38:10

1h ago38:10

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The Indiana Pacers made some massive moves on Wednesday! Andrew Nembhard and the Pacers agree to a 3-year extension for $59M and then James Johnson is brought back on a 1-year deal for $3.3M. Andy Sweeney of 107.5 The Fan joins Alex Golden to discuss the big moves and what this means for the future of the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson “confident” Downs ready to “explode!” Indiana Pacers extend Andrew Nembhard 22:10

2h ago22:10

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Anthony Richardson did not suffer from rookie jitters, according to Chris Ballard. Ballard also said Josh Downs is ready to explode, and that he is not averse to adding a free safety, but would prefer either Nick Cross or Rodney Thomas earns the starting spot. Andrew Nembhard signs a three year extension for $57-million. Curt Cignetti will be ready…

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Indianapolis Colts Report to Camp! Pittman, Taylor, Latu healthy? Ballard to talk! Purdue sees RED! 22:09

31m ago22:09

22:09

Michael Pittman, Jonathan Taylor, Laiatu Latu and the rest of the Colts appear healthy! Chris Ballard will speak to the media today, and express great optimism in his roster and staff - and he better be right! Assembly Ball took its final bow last night, losing a thriller to Eberlein DSrive in the TBT despite near heroic efforts by Yogi Ferrell! Ca…

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Catching up with Chris Denari on the Pacers & His Expectations for next season 39:36

2h ago39:36

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Today on Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci are joined by the Pacers television voice, Chris Denari, to discuss the Pacers off-season, expectations for next year, Tyrese with Team USA, bringing in James Wiseman, Tyrese Haliburton's personality and how it positively impacts the team's morale for the entirety of the season and an update on Bally Sports…

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