Query & Schultz Podcast

The guys react to Jim Irsay's decision to keep his braintrust intact for next season and how Colts' fans should take the news. Also, the Pacers climb over .500, some optimism about IU hoops, and the appropriate way to refer to using a snowblower.

In the final show of 2024, the guys recap Sunday's season-ending debacle to the Giants and discuss the big decisions awaiting Jim Irsay this offseason. Also, the latest on the Pacers, who have gotten their season back on track, and Derek drops the ball big time while blaming it on the holidays.

Derek is at an undisclosed location due to a stomach bug, but that doesn't prevent the guys from talking about the latest December Colts' playoff hopes implosion. Plus, what's the future for Chris Ballard, a hoops roundup (signs of life for the Pacers?), and TMI about Derek's illness.

The guys lead off with the epic, all-Indiana battle between IU and Notre Dame to begin the first ever 12-team College Football Playoff. Also, the Colts face a virtual must-win in Denver coming off the bye, why the Pacers aren't worth your time right now, and Jake shares his first Silent Night experience at Taylor University.

The guys discuss how Anthony Richardson came through in the clutch, even if the Colts were outplayed by a bad Patriots team, in their big win. Also, holiday hoops, a look at the College Football Playoff field (including IU) entering the final week, and the health benefits of "fart walks".

The guys react to the Colts limping out of the toughest stretch of their season at 5-7 after Sunday's one-sided defeat at the hands of the Lions. Also, a look at Indiana's chances and the College Football Playoff layout entering the final week of the regular season and Jake goes down memory lane when it comes to Derek's previous deal hunting on past Black Fridays.

The guys jump right into Anthony Richardson's best game as a pro in his return to QB1 and what it could mean going forward. Plus, Indiana faces its biggest regular season football game in program history, Purdue passes their first post-Edey test on the hardcourt, and Jake gets his colon cleansed.

The guys discuss the Colts' season being on the brink after a blowout loss to the Bills and why Joe Flacco isn't the answer at QB, either now or in the future. Also, a look at IU's playoff positioning entering a massive game against Ohio State next week and Jake makes an unfortunate colonoscopy scheduling error.

The guys talk about the Colts' big decision at quarterback flopping in the first outing and where the franchise sits with the QB conundrum now. Also, the banged-up Pacers hang tough through a rough opening stretch, college hoops begins, and a recap of Swiftie mania in Indy (Pacers PA voice Shawn Sullivan sits in for Jake)!

The guys talk about the Colts falling to the Texans for the third straight time and get into all of the smoke around Anthony Richardson's tap out and "evaluation" from the coaching staff. Plus, the Pacers stumble out of the gates, reaction to the Fever deciding to make a big change, and Schultz shares his too revealing Halloween costume.

The guys lead IU football (first time in show history?) after the Hoosiers' dismemberment of Nebraska and talk about why they should start dreaming big. Also, the Colts win ugly - but win - against the Dolphins, but how long are you willing to wait on Anthony Richardson?

The guys get into the important win over the Titans and the bad look of sitting Anthony Richardson for yet another week. Plus, Zach Edey looks great in preseason action against the Pacers and did Jake pick up Derek's head cold?

The guys discuss the Colts' yearly loss in Jacksonville, Gus Bradley's shaky status, and what it all means for the team going forward. Also, the College Football Playoff window re-opens for Notre Dame, the MLB Playoffs go crazy, and Jake is really upset with Derek for his persistent cough.

The guys jump into perhaps the Colts' best performance to date to get back on track at 2-2, talk Anthony Richardson's hip, the ranked Hoosiers, and remember both Pete Rose and Dikembe Mutombo.

The guys jump into Win #1 for the Colts on the 2024 season, give their take on Anthony Richardson's performance to this point, talk Hoosiers' outlook as they creep up towards the Top 25, and Jake is surprised to learn Derek has a tailor.

The guys ring in a new hoops season with this special edition show LIVE from the Horizon League Basketball Media Day in Indianapolis! Hear from Green Bay head coach Doug Gottlieb, last year's NCAA Tournament hero Greg Kampe of Oakland, and other coaches, players, and leaders from the Horizon League as they talk about the upcoming season.

The guys voice their displeasure with the Colts' embarrassing performance at Green Bay and discuss all of the team's issues through the first two weeks. Plus, Indiana's impactful win, Purdue's historic loss, and Jake seems to be taking the loss of Tito Jackson very seriously.

The guys look back on the good and bad from another season-opening loss for the Colts, look forward to huge opportunities for Indiana and Purdue this Saturday, and remember the legendary James Earl Jones.

The guys dive into the Colts' huge opening week showdown with Houston and explain why they're both optimistic about Indy's chances this season. Also, a look at the debuts for IU, Purdue, and Notre Dame, the red hot Fever, and Jake is already shoveling dirt on the Dabo Swinney era at Clemson.

Now 200 episodes in, the guys celebrate their unforeseen milestone by discussing Colts cut downs, their differing views on Indiana and Purdue football based on the teams' schedules, and acknowledge the many folks that have made this stupid show possible.

The guys discuss how patient they'll be with the 2024 Colts and take a look at the team's underwhelming tight end room. Also, the Fever are looking great out of the Olympic break, quick thoughts on the Pacers' schedule release, and Jake creates a multi-faceted Beatles concert scenario.

The guys jump into the storylines of the Colts' preseason opener and return of Anthony Richardson. Plus, Jake declares a young Colt the team's next big star, discussions of the new Guardian caps, a final salute to the Olympics, and a possible farewell to a great era of NBA legends.

The guys discuss the disappointing Colts' safety room and the front office's seeming unwillingness to enlist outside help, some standout Olympic performance (particularly in the sprint events), and a Trevor Lawrence comparison sparks a discussion about the NBA's mid-1990s player hierarchy.

The guys get into the impact of the Samson Ebukam injury and other Colts' storylines from training camp, give their quick reaction to the Andrew Nembhard contract (they were gone last week, after all), pick their favorite Olympic event to watch, and try not to say the SECRET WORD.

The guys reminisce about when this week (MLB All-Star Game) was a really big week in the sports world, voice their concerns with Jarace Walker's slow progress for the Pacers, and continue to talk about the Fever's stellar play heading into the Olympic break.