The Drive

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.10.25 Jan 10, 2025

Hour 1

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.10.25 Jan 10, 2025

Hour 2

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.10.25 Jan 10, 2025

Hour 3

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.10.25 Jan 10, 2025

Hour 4

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.09.25 Jan 09, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys debate if any of the college football games this weekend will out rate any of the NFL Wildcard playoff games. We pivot the Broncos and Bills playoff game, will Bo Nix unleash his legs with designed runs on Sunday? If the Broncos want to win on Sunday they’ll have to slow down Josh Allen, Zach shares just how difficult of a task that will be. How will the Broncos use Patrick Surtain on Sunday? Will Surtain not be as impactful vs a team that does not have a true number one wide receiver? Should Colorado Buffs fans be nervous about the possibility of Coach Prime leaving to coach his sons in the NFL? The guys breakdown how Prime could go about this move and if he would be successful at the NFL level?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.09.25 Jan 09, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil rank the quarterbacks in the NFL playoffs. Where does Bo Nix rank among the 14 QB’s in the playoffs? Would some of the best quarterbacks around the NFL be a lesser fit in Denver with Sean Payton? Today’s “Three Count” includes the guys ranking which NFL coaching vacancies are the best jobs and which are the worst, the Nuggets cruising to a win on a back-to-back, and the Avalanche drop the ball vs a lowly Chicago Blackhawks team. Why are the Nuggets so successful on back to backs? Will the Avalanche bounce back vs a good Minnesota Wild team tonight? With a packed weekend of NFL and College Football coming up, Zach and Phil rank which games they are most interested in watching. How will the College football semi-finals rank in ratings compared to the NFL’s Wildcard weekend?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.09.25 Jan 09, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the issues the Broncos will face when trying to slow down Josh Allen. How will Patrick Surtain be used vs a team that does not have a true number one wide receiver? We hear from Von Miller and his thoughts on matching up with his former team in the playoffs. Zach and Phil react to all the love that Von shows to the Broncos organization and all the former and current players. We hear more from Von Miller and his thoughts on the hypothetical that the Broncos could have drafted Josh Allen during his time as the Broncos GM. Would Allen have worked out in Denver? We pivot to the Buffs and Zach questions if Buffs fans should start to get nervous about Coach Prime leaving Boulder for the opportunity to coach his sons in the NFL. Bills sideline reporter and host of the “The Extra Point Show”, Sal Capaccio joins the show to discuss what concerns him about the Broncos offense, if the Bills are worried about the Broncos, and how Patrick Surtain will be used on Sunday. How do Bills fans feel about Von Miller’s love for Denver and the Broncos?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.09.25 Jan 09, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil rank the quarterbacks in the NFL playoffs. Where does Bo Nix rank among these elite quarterbacks? How would these other quarterbacks fit into a Sean Payton system compared to how Bo Nix has? Is Russell Wilson the worst quarterback in the playoffs? As always, we have a tangent conversation about Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson. The guys continue their rankings of the quarterbacks in the playoffs, does Payton’s offense require a QB that has some mobility? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show in the final segment. We wrap up the show with Will’s takes from the show and what he agrees and disagrees with from Zach and Phil.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.08.25 Jan 08, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys react to the Nuggets narrow loss vs the defending champion, Boston Celtics. Were we surprised at how close of a game it was with Jokic sitting out due to an illness? Zach shares why he has concerns about playing Julian Strawther in the playoffs for the Nuggets. We pivot to the Broncos as they gear up for their first playoff game in years. The guys debate if we will see more designed runs from Bo Nix on Sunday after not seeing it very much since week 7 in New Orleans. We go behind enemy lines with Buffalo’s Chris Brown, as he joins the show to discuss the Bills playoff expectations this season, Bills fan’s thoughts on Von Miller, and what the Broncos need to do to pull off an upset in Buffalo. Zach and Phil react to Brown’s conversation and what the vibes is in Buffalo this week. Should there be cause for concern for the Bills getting upset by the Broncos?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.08.25 Jan 08, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil speak to how great of an ownership the Broncos have had since the Walton-Penners have been involved. Would Sean Payton be the Broncos head coach without the ownership group? How present has Greg Penner been around the Broncos facility on a daily basis? Phil contrasts how this ownership group differs from when John Elway was the GM. Would Bo Nix be a Broncos if it weren’t for the current Broncos ownership willing to eat Russell Wilson’s contract? Today’s “Three Count” features Bo Nix winning AFC Offensive Player of the Week for a second time, the massive matchup in the NBA tonight between the conference leading Cavaliers and Thunder, and if Zach deserves a punishment if the Broncos go into Buffalo and upset his Bills. Do the Broncos have a good problem on their hands, with Vance Joseph interviewing for head coaching opportunities around the NFL? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on VJ and him potentially leaving the Broncos to return to a head coaching role.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.08.25 Jan 08, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to a quote from Joel Klatt from the Morning Show, claiming Coach Prime has a very good contract in front of him however it is yet to be signed. What would be the hesitation from Prime to have not signed an extension with the Buffs? Zach and Phil breakdown the “budget shopping” the Broncos have done in free agency the past two seasons and how well the Broncos have hit on many of these acquisitions. Zach questions if we will see a resurgence in Bo Nix designed runs on Sunday. We haven’t seen many designed runs fro Nix since week 7 when the Broncos took on New Orleans, but Zach thinks in a “must-win” situation, Sean Payton and the Broncos will reintroduce this aspect of their offense. The Nuggets went toe to toe with the reigning NBA champion, Boston Celtics last night in Ball Arena, are the guys impressed with the Nuggets effort without Jokic? Why has Murray reverted to shotting such difficult shots? How can Murray become more efficient and shoot above 50% from the field more often?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.08.25 Jan 08, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil give the Broncos ownership lots of credit for being the reason the Broncos have turned around the organization. The guys list all the right steps the Penners and Waltons have made since arriving in Denver. Would Sean Payton be the Broncos head coach if it wasn’t for Greg Penner? Would Bo Nix be the quarterback of the Broncos if it wasn’t for the current ownership group? Zach and Phil discuss the proposition of Vance Joseph becoming a head coach in the NFL again. We hear from Sean Payton and his compliments for VJ as well as the idea that other teams wanting your coordinators is a good thing. We wrap up the show with Will Petersen, of DenverSports.com joining the show to discuss which NFL head coaching opening is the best job, and which is the worst. Will also shares his disagreement with Zach’s take that he would choose Greg Penner over Sean Payton or Bo Nix.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.07.24 Jan 07, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil. The guys discuss the budget shopping the Broncos have done while eating dead cap money and the hits they have had in free agency. Will the Broncos continue to be able to maximize their dollar when they do have plenty of cap space? Zach and Phil breakdown the odd situation Von Miller is in, going up against his former team in the Broncos while playing for the Bills. Zach shares his conflict of rooting for his hometown team in Buffalo and rooting for his current living situation and job of covering the Broncos. Who will Zach be rooting for this Sunday? If the Broncos want a chance to win in Buffalo, they’ll need to be able to run the ball, Phil explains how the Broncos can be more effective running the ball this upcoming weekend.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.07.25 Jan 07, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on the Broncos running backs and Javonte Williams lack of explosive plays. The guys don’t expect to see Javonte back in a Broncos uniform next season and Phil shares the story about being told he would not be returning to the Broncos in 2020. We pivot to Bo Nix and when Zach and Phil knew he was “the guy”. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Bo Nix being able to avoid sacks at the collegiate and NFL level. Today’s “Three Count: includes the history between NFL referee Bill Vinovich, Sean Payton and the Broncos, Bradley Beal being open to getting traded to the Nuggets, and the Avs continuing their run with a win vs the defending champion, Florida Panthers. DenverSports.com’s senior Broncos writer, Andrew Mason joins the show to discuss if the Broncos are already Bo Nix’s team, what Nix still has to improve on during the offseason, and how Vance Joseph will fare with head coaching opportunities.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.07.25 Jan 07, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the news of the Raiders firing Antionio Peirce after just one season. Will the Raiders attempt to pair Coach Prime and Shedeur Sanders at the NFL level? Would continuing a father/son relationship into the NFL be a good move for all parties involved? The Nuggets have a huge test tonight as they play the defending champion, Boston Celtics on national tv. How will the Nuggets matchup with a team that shoots so may more three-point shots than they do? Who will defend the two-headed monster that is Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? Zach and Phil discuss Von Miller playing against his former team, the Broncos in the playoffs. Will Miller record a sack on Sunday? Would Broncos Country be rooting for Von Miller and the Bills to win the Super Bowl if the Broncos fall in Buffalo this weekend? Do the Broncos have to be able to run the ball to win in Buffalo? Phil explains why the Broncos have had trouble running the ball this season.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.07.25 Jan 07, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil share and debate when they knew Bo Nix was “the guy” during his rookie season. Which runs, passes or specific moments come t mind for the guys? We hear from Patrick Surtain and Courtland Sutton and when they knew Nix was the guy. Zach talks us through his confliction between rooting for the Bills and Broncos this weekend. While Zach is from upstate New York and a lifelong Bills fan, he now resides in Colorado and covers the Broncos on a day-today basis. Who will Zach be rooting for come Sunday morning? We wrap up the show with the guys’ hot takes for a “Hot take Tuesday”.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.06.25 Jan 06, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the achievement that is making the playoffs for the Broncos. We look back at where we were in life, the last time the Broncos made the playoffs, 9 years ago. Zach speaks to the CEO energy that Bo Nix brings to the Broncos and asks if this Broncos team is already “his” team. After the worst stretch in Broncos history, the Broncos are back in the playoffs after their win over Kansas City. How did the Broncos get it done on the field yesterday? How impressive was Vance Joseph’s defense shutting out the Chiefs? What more would the guys liked to have seen from Bo Nix in his rookie season? Zach and Phil give credit to Garrett Bolles and Courtland Sutton for being able to stick through the rough times with the Broncos and come out the other side and into the playoffs.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.06.25 Jan 06, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos playoff clinching win over AFC west foe, Kansas City. Zach makes the argument that the Broncos would not be here without Sean Payton and his ability to turn around this franchise and pick the next Broncos franchise quarterback. What is the most impressive thing Sean Payton has done since arriving in Denver? Today’s “Three Count” features Sean Payton’s decision to bring in Wil Lutz and how well that has paid off for the Broncos, the Broncos throwbacks uniforms from Sunday, and Tyreek Hill saying he’s out the door in Miami. Should the Broncos be willing to pursue Tyreek Hill now that he is unhappy with the Dolphins? James Merilatt, of DenverSports.com joins the show to discuss James’ post which was featured on “old takes exposed”. Will James finally admit he was wrong about Sean Payton and Bo Nix?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.06.25 Jan 06, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Broncos punching their ticket to the playoffs. We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on the success of the Broncos when it comes to winning more than the media and Vegas expected. How have the Broncos come together and been able to compete as a team while not rostering highly rated players as individuals? What did Nix have to say about the challenge awaiting them in Buffalo? The guys give Garrett Bolles and Courtland Sutton their credit for being able to see the worst stretch of Broncos football and come out the other end and reach the playoff for the first time in each of their careers. Phil walks us through what Justin Simmons is feeling after not being a part of the Broncos team to turnaround the franchise. Although the Chiefs did not play many of their starters, what takeaways did the guys have from the Broncos dominant win over Kansas City? Did Bo Nix cap off one of the greatest rookie seasons of all time? Is the rookie of year award down to just Jayden Daniels, Bo Nix and Brock Bowers?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.06.25 Jan 06, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown how impressive Sean Payton has been at developing Bo Nix and put him in situations to be successful. Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the accomplishments of Sean Payton this season, if the Broncos are already Bo Nix’s team, and if Tyreek Hill would be a fit for the Denver Broncos. How will Sean Payton be able to show the ceiling of Bo Nix? The Broncos finally have a double-digit sack artist again and not only do they have one, they have two. Zach expresses his hesitations with bringing in a player like Tyreek Hill and the problems he can bring, while Phil says a talent like Hill could set this team up for a Super Bowl. We wrap up the show with DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joining the show. Do the Broncos have a chance in Buffalo? Will makes the case for why he doesn’t want heartbreak in Buffalo but prefers a blow out for the Broncos.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.03.25 Jan 03, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the Broncos attitude heading into a must win game for the Broncos. Would it be considered a choke if the Broncos lose on Sunday and miss out on the playoffs after having three games to win just one of them to clinch the playoffs? Courtland Sutton is zeroing in on a 1,000-yard season with needing 17 more yards on Sunday, will Sutton reach this mark for the first time in a long time for the Broncos? Phil recounts about the time he was going for 1,000 yards in the final game of the season. The guys discuss the Broncos running backs and how Sean Payton has mishandled the backs and their usage.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.03.25 Jan 03, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation surrounding the Broncos running backs. Does Sean Payton trust running backs enough to keep a balanced play calling? The guys react to the list of inactives from the Chiefs for this weekend’s game in Denver. How do the Broncos get their defense back on track after struggling in December? Will Riley Moss return to his early season form after having a rusty game vs the Bengals? Could Vance Joseph be on the hot seat if the Broncos defense doesn’t show up in the final week of the season? Today’s “Three Count” includes the Avalanche rally to come back and beat the Sabers in overtime, Denver receiving the 16^th National Women’s Soccer League franchise, and an ESPN story on Jimmy Butler wanting out of Miami and open to playing basketball anywhere besides Miami. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss the growth from Marvin Mims in later half of the season, the vibe in the Broncos locker room, and how Carson Wentz will play on Sunday after going through “football rehab” with Sean McVay and Andy Reid.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.03.25 Jan 03, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Patrick Surtain turning into a major favorite to win the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year award. Could a big game from TJ Watt on national tv, steal the award from Surtain? What does Surtain have to do on Sunday to secure the award? We hear from Chiefs defensive coordinator and his thoughts the Chiefs keeping their edge and how Bo Nix has impressed him. Does Nix bring a similar run threat as Josh Allen? As we circle the final week of the regular season, we are close to answer Zach was asking at the beginning of the season, will Courland Sutton be a 1,000-yard receiver? Sutton needs just 17 yards to reach this mark, do the guys think he will hit this milestone? What has been Sutton’s signature moments from this season? We finish up the hour with Zach and Phil debating how Sean Payton will go about utilizing the Broncos running backs. Has Sean been too selfish by throwing the ball so many times per game?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.03.25 Jan 03, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate how the Broncos defense can back on track after a tough month of December. In the scenario the Broncos choke away a playoff spot after only needing 1 win in their last 3 games, could Vance Joseph be on the hot seat? Would a loss to the Chiefs backups be “embarrassing” for the Broncos? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Bo Nix stepping up in big moments this season. What are Bo Nix’s thoughts on high pressure situations and how important it is to get this Broncos franchise back in the playoffs. Will Jaleel McLaughlin be the first Broncos running back to have a carry over 22 yards this season? We wrap up the show with the guys making 5 predictions for this weekend in sports. Will the Broncos end their playoff draught and clinch a spot with win vs Kansa City? Will Bo Nix shine in the most important game of the season? Will Courtland Sutton reach the 1,000-yard mark for receiving on the season?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.02.25 Jan 02, 2025

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the New Years Eve and Jokic’s case to win his 4^th MVP at the end of this season. The guys react to multiple Denver Broncos getting names to the 2025 Pro Bowl. Phil recounts about the time he was told he had made the Pro Bowl. Is Patrick Surtain on his way to having a Hall of Fame resume after being named to his third Pro Bowl? Zach explains why he has a problem with Zach Allen getting snubbed from the Pro Bowl. Are the Nuggets turning a corner and back to championship contender? Zach and Phil breakdown Russell Westbrook’s impact on the Nuggets and how surprising his addition has been. How can the Nuggets fix their defensive issues now that their offense is back to looking like a championship level?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 01.02.25 Jan 02, 2025

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the official news of the Chiefs deciding to bench many of their star players and starters. How do the Broncos still get up and bring an edge to game where the Chiefs are resting their best players? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Chiefs resting many of their players. What will we see from Carson Wentz in his opportunity to shine as the Chiefs backup? Today’s “Three Count” features a wrap up from the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals, the Avalanche dominating the Jets on their way to a 5^th straight win, and the massive viewership for the Buffs in the Alamo Bowl. What did the guys make of the video of Gabe Landeskog at morning skate? Is Zach sold on a return for Landeskog? Now that the Avs have signed their long-term answer at goal, is the Gabe Landeskog situation not as much of an anchor to roster?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 01.02.25 Jan 02, 2025

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Broncos named to the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl. What company did Pat Surtain join by making a third consecutive Pro Bowl? While the Broncos will have representatives at the Pro Bowl, which Broncos were snubbed from the honor? Did Drew Lock’s performance for the Giants in a win, cost Shedeur Sanders going number one overall to New York? Could the Giants falling out of the first pick, be a blessing in disguise similar to the 2023 Draft? Does Travis Hunter have a better chance of being the number one overall pick in the 2025 Draft now? Which teams do the guys think are most likely to win the Super Bowl at this point? Are the Nuggets turning a corner and returning to championship level basketball? How impressive was Jokic’s 30-point, triple double? Is Jokic on his wat to winning a 4^th MVP? We hear from Michael Malone and his thoughts on the recent success from the Nuggets.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 01.02.25 Jan 02, 2025

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss if the Broncos will have a lack of urgency when facing off vs many of the Chiefs backups this weekend? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Chiefs being in position to rest their players in week 18. DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the video of Gabe Landeskog at morning skate. Are the guys sold on a Landeskog returning to the Avalanche? Did the video make the guys excited about the way Landeskog was moving? We wrap up the show with the top 5 things the guys learned in Denver sports today. Was Zach Allen snubbed from a Pro Bowl bid? What would the Broncos season look like if they had drafted Brock Bowers and thrown together a hodgepodge of quarterbacks? Has Nix taken a slight step back in recent weeks over how great he looked midseason?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.30.24 Dec 30, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss their holiday week’s and debate if the NFL has over done it with too many games and on all days of the week. How can the NFL bring my competitiveness to their late season? Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos heart breaking loss in Cincinnati. Did the Broncos get outplayed by the Bengals, or did they play a part in the loss? What part did Sean Payton have in the Broncos loss? Should the Broncos have gone for a 2-point conversion at the end of regulation? Is Sean Payton still considered “an aggressive” coach if he chose to be conservative vs the Bengals? The guys review Bo Nix’s performance in the most important game of his NFL career. Even in a loss, did Nix impress?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.30.24 Dec 30, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos playoff possibilities after their key loss in Cincinnati. Will the Broncos get a win vs the Chiefs and finally clinch their spot in the playoffs? Today’s “Three Count” features Jamal Murray’s best performance of the season in a dominant win over the Pistons, the Avs hitting their stride as they’ve won 4 in a row and 8 of their last 10 games, and Saquon Barkley joining the 2,000-yard club on Sunday. Will Barkley go for the single season rushing record and risk injury by playing in the Eagles week 18 game? The Buffs ended the Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter era with a butt-kicking in the Alamo Bowl. What were Phil’s takeaways from the game? We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the final game coaching his sons.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.30.24 Dec 30, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil question why Sean Payton went away from the run game after having success with the running backs. Does Sean Payton have too much confidence in Bo that it causes an unhealthy balance of throwing and running the ball? We hear from Sean Payton on his decision making to not go for a 2-point conversion and go for a win at the end of regulation for the Broncos. Zach and Phil are on opposite sides when it comes to if the Broncos should have gone for the win. Zach claims Sean Payton can no longer be considered “an aggressive” coach after deciding to go to overtime vs trying to win or loss the game on one play. The guys grade Bo Nix’s game after the Broncos heart breaking, overtime loss in Cincinnati. What were the positives from Bo and what throws and decisions do the guys think Nix would want back? Why was Nix targeting Troy Franklin in a key spot in overtime? Phil explains why Bo Nix’s next step to improve is getting better at the 2-minute drill.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.30.24 Dec 30, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their discussion on if Sean Payton cost the Broncos by playing for overtime vs risking the game on the final play of the game. Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss Sean Payton’s decision to play for overtime vs going for the win at the end of the 4^th quarter, Bo Nix’s performance and non-ability to throw the ball down field, and what the other most impactful plays were throughout the game. Does Sean Payton have a play calling issue by committing to throwing the ball too much? The Buffs finished up the Shedeur and Travis Hunter era with an embarrassing loss in the Alamo Bowl, Phil shares his thoughts form the game. Was it a bad idea to have Sanders and Hunter play in the game with their minds on the next level? We wrap up the show with the top 5 reasons the Broncos fell to the Bengals. Did Sean Payton get too conservative with his play calling in overtime?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.27.24 Dec 27, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Will cross talking with Dover. The guys debate if it matters how the Broncos make the playoffs or just that the team makes it to the playoffs. If the Broncos miss out on the playoffs, would the second half of the Broncos season be considered a collapse? Would the rest of the AFC be nervous if Joe Burrow and Bengals found their way into the playoffs? Saturday’s Broncos game will feature arguably the best wide receiver and best cornerback in the NFL, how excited are the guys to see this premier matchup? Will the weather in Cincinnati be a factor for Bo Nix and the Broncos offense? Will the rain be a reminder from when Nix struggled in New York? The Buffs take on BYU in the Alamo Bowl this weekend in what should be Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter’s final game in black and gold. Will CU end this era of Buffs football on a high note and get a win over their Big 12 conference opponent?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.27.24 Dec 27, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Will breakdown the Broncos as they try to secure their playoff spot with a win over Cincinnati. Are the Broncos and Bengals’ seasons more similar than people think? How many points does Bo Nix and the Broncos offense need to get to ensure a win over the Bengals? The guys rank their top QB’s in the NFL and say where Burrow falls on their list. Today’s “Three Count” features the newest goaltender for the Avalanche receiving a 5-year contract extension, the NFL ratings for Christmas Day and how they compare to the NBA’s Christmas Day ratings, and the Sacramento Kings firing Mike Brown today. We finish up the hour reacting to the Nuggets poor performance on Christmas Day vs the Suns who they just beat handily a few days prior. Are the Nuggets a better team without Jamal Murray on the court?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.27.24 Dec 27, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Will do their best to make sense of the Broncos running back room. Will it be a carousel of guys getting opportunities to run the ball like we have seen in recent weeks? Will makes the case why all the rest of the guys should get carries over Javonte Williams. This weeks Broncos game will feature a very special matchup in Patrick Surtain and Jamar Chase, will PS2 be able to contain Chase? We hear from Surtain and his thoughts on Chase and the importance of not letting Jamar gain yards after the catch. Will the weather come into factor for the Broncos offense this Saturday? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on how the Broncos are preparing for a wet day. Will Nix be able to redeem himself after a bad performance playing in rain in New York, earlier this season? Zach and Will breakdown the Alamo Bowl as the Buffs take on BYU. The guys debate if Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter playing in the game is a good idea and what the motivation is for these guys to play in the game.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.27.24 Dec 27, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Will preview the Broncos and Bengals massive game with playoff implications on the line. Would a Broncos win in Cincinnati be the best win on the Broncos resume this season? Will the Broncos opting to play an additional Thursday Night Football game against the Chargers, come back to bite them, especially if they can’t get a win in Cincy? Former Bronco and Super Bowl Champion, Chris Harris Jr., joins the show to discuss Joe Burrow’s strengths and weaknesses, Chris’s experience from the last time the Broncos clinched a playoff spot vs the Bengals, and how he sees the Pat Surtain and Jamar Chase matchup. The guys react to Chris Harris Jr.’s expectation of Pat Surtain being able to shut down Jamar Chase. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts from seeing Jamar Chase during his time in Louisiana. Where do Zach and Will rank Joe Burrow in their top QB lists in the NFL? 9News Denver Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss the return of Riley Moss, if the Broncos are feeling pressure to win on Saturday, and how the Broncos will combat the rain this game. We wrap up the show with a quote from Michael Malone on the firing of Mike Brown and 5 Denver sports predictions for the weekend.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.26.24 Dec 26, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with James Merilatt and Kyle Reese cross talking with Dover. The guys recap their Christmases. James questions if Bo Nix could turn into Mac Jones, a rookie QB with a strong first season but didn’t progress after that? Kyle and James react to Russell Wilson’s struggles from yesterday, is Russell Wilson officially washed up? What does the Chiefs win and locking up the number one seed mean for the Broncos? Is Saturday’s game vs the Bengals a “must win” for the Broncos? How did the Broncos bring the “wrong balls” for their game in New York vs the Jets? The Nuggets were in action on Christmas Day and unfortunately fell in Phoenix. Is the lack of effort, competitiveness and attention to detail a fixable problem for the Nuggets? Do all the Nuggets problems stem from Jamal Murray or are their underlying issues for this team?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.26.24 Dec 26, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, James Merilatt and Kyle Reese breakdown the Buffs upcoming bowl game. Are the guys interested in the Buffs bowl game which will most likely be the last time Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter suit up in a CU jersey? We pivot the Broncos as they gear up for a game with the Bengals with playoff implications on the line. Would a Broncos win convince the guys the Broncos can compete with the best teams in the league? Would a 9-8 season for the Broncos still be a successful season? Today’s “Three Count” includes Teddy Bridgewater returning to the Lions after coaching to a high school state championship, the NFL stepping on the NBA’s toes and having games on Christmas Day, and recapping the first round of the College Football Playoff. James and Kyle debate who the third best quarterback is in Broncos history and take your suggestions from the text-line.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.26.24 Dec 26, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, James Merilatt and Kyle Reese breakdown the Broncos playoff matchup in what is most likely the Broncos heading to Buffalo to take on Josh Allen and the Bills. Are the Broncos built to contend with the top teams in the NFL at this point in Bo Nix’s career? Who on the Broncos current defense would start on the Broncos 2015 Super Bowl champion defense? Would Joe Burrow and the Bengals be more intriguing for NFL fans to watch in the playoffs over Bo Nix and the Broncos? Will the Broncos be better equipped to take on the weather when they head to Cincinnati than when the Broncos struggled vs the Jets? James questions if Bo Nix is “special” and capable of elevating a team around him?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.26.24 Dec 26, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, James Merilatt and Kyle Reese continue their conversation on Bo Nix and if he is “special” or closer to a Mac Jones, Daniel Jones or Trevor Simien? Has Bo Nix proven he is the next franchise quarterback of the Broncos? Is it more likely that Bo Nix leads the Broncos to Super Bowls, or his rookie season is his best season as a pro? We pivot to the Nuggets and Coach Malone’s coaching style and how it changes when criticizing his stars in Jokic and Murray vs how he criticizes the rest of the team. The Nuggets fell to the Suns on Christmas Day as Aaron Gordon went down with an injury that will sideline him for at least Friday’s game vs the Cavs. Would trading Michael Porter Jr. for a Zach Lavine or Jimmy Butler fix the Nuggets issues? James makes the case that the Nuggets trading MPJ would be “trading the wrong guy” and Jamal Murray makes more sense to trade when the team is able to do so. We wrap up the show with the top 5 gifts for each of the Denver sports, the Broncos, Nuggets, Buffs, Avalanche, and Rockies.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.24.24 Dec 24, 2024

On this Christmas Eve Kyle Reese and Chand Andrus sit in for Zach and Phil. The guys try to help settle a debate for the previous show. What are the holiday rules? The guys get into what is happening with the Broncos. Do the Nuggets have a problem?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.24.24 Dec 24, 2024

On this Christmas Eve Kyle Reese and Chand Andrus sit in for Zach and Phil. In hour 2 the things kick off with the big story of the day. Sean Payton spoke today and the guys go into some of his comments in the three count.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.24.24 Dec 24, 2024

On this Christmas Eve Kyle Reese and Chand Andrus sit in for Zach and Phil. In hour 3 the guys talk continue the Brocnos roster talk. As the Buffs get ready to play in their bowl game how do the guys feel about how the team is traveling? Is there something to watch in who is going to the bowl game with the team? The guys dive into the playoffs and Chad has an idea to fix what we say over the first weekend.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.24.24 Dec 24, 2024

On this Christmas Eve Kyle Reese and Chand Andrus sit in for Zach and Phil. In hour 4 the guys get into the NFL games and what those games mean to the Broncos. Should the Broncos celebrate getting into the playoffs if they do? Can the Broncos slow down the high powered tandem of Burrow and Chase? The guys wrap things up with the top stories of the day.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.23.24 Dec 24, 2024

Welcome to Christmas Eves eve edition of the Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay! A full weekend of sports is over and there is a lot for the guys to react to! Happy Holidays everyone!

The Denver Broncos missed out on a huge opportunity to punch their own ticket to the playoffs on Thursday. After a week of NFL football where do the Broncos playoff chances stand? Did they get any help from other teams or are they in real danger to miss out on the playoffs after a great year? A dream we had for Sean Payton and Bo Nix has possibly gone away after this weekend. The odds to win hardware at the end of the year for both of them may have gone away, but is there still a chance? The guys compare the starts of Bo and Jayden Daniels and try to find the big difference between the two. Does Bo Nix have a signature moment so far this year? Phil recalls the time him and Bradley Chubb were up for rookie of the year honors. Saquon Barkley is having a great year and is on the verge of joining the 2000 yard club, can the guy’s name everyone in the club?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.23.24 Dec 24, 2024

Welcome to Christmas Eves eve edition of the Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay! A full weekend of sports is over and there is a lot for the guys to react to! Happy Holidays everyone!

Sean Payton has dug his heels in and called out the criticism of his decisions during the Thursday Night game. Was the noise around the momentum shift at the end of the half “garbage” or was it justified? Should Sean Payton show more humility or is this move more telling of how Sean operates? In the Three count the guys react to the first round of the College football playoffs. Were they surprised by the outcome of the games or was this expected? The Nuggets went into New Orleans and took care of the 5-25 Pelicans, unfortunately it took overtime to beat them. What is going on with the Denver Nuggets and is there more going on behind the scenes than we know? The Avalanche are rolling and beat the Seattle Kraken 5-2. Is an Avs player poised for a big break out going into 2025? December 23^rd is Christmas Eve eve, but it’s also know as Festivus on Seinfeld. A day to air out grievances, what Colorado sports grievance do you have? The guys give their while getting an outpouring of responses on the text line! Phil is still not over Sean flexing into the Thursday Night game and our Producer is frustrated with the Nuggets lack of leadership!

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.23.24 Dec 24, 2024

Welcome to Christmas Eves eve edition of the Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay! A full weekend of sports is over and there is a lot for the guys to react to! Happy Holidays everyone!

We got a lot of responses to the Festivus question, a lot of people have Colorado Sports grievances. The guys react to the text line and Zach shares his biggest issue with the Colorado Rockies. A lot of people share their anger with the Rockies franchise, Gabe Landeskog, the Nuggets front office, and the chances of a stadium out by the airport. The Broncos playoff probability took a hit over the weekend and the teams that could have helped their odds, did not! Are the guys nervous about the Broncos missing the playoffs? With their destiny in their own hands is this matchup against the Bengals the most difficult opponent they could have next week? The odds to win hardware at the end of the year for both Sean Payton and Bo Nix may gone to zero over the weekend. Is there any chance for them to sneak back in or have the odds shifted too far away from them? Phil recalls the time him and Bradley Chubb were up for rookie of the year honors. The NFL MVP picture is becoming clearer, but is this award building the Heisman issue? Is the NFL MVP a QB award and should Saquon Barkley have a better chance to win the award? All of that before the Five O’clock Whistle!

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.23.24 Dec 24, 2024

Welcome to Christmas Eves eve edition of the Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay! A full weekend of sports is over and there is a lot for the guys to react to! Happy Holidays everyone!

Sean Payton has dug his heels in and called out the criticism of his decisions during the Thursday Night game. Was the noise around the momentum shift at the end of the half “garbage” or was it justified? Should Sean Payton show more humility or is this move more telling of how Sean operates? James Palmer joins the program to talk about the loss on Thursday and Sean Paytons comments. What does James think about the Broncos chances to still make the playoffs? James chimes in on the NFL MVP conversation, is there a sleeper name that is not getting recognition for their incredible year? What has been the best present this past year in Denver Sports? Phil thinks Russell Westbrook has been the best gift the Nuggets have received. Can the example and energy he brings impact the team moving forward as they look to exit this slump? What movies are you watching on Christmas eve and Christmas Day? What games are you looking forward too? Are you watching the NBA or NFL? Thank you for listening to the Drive and the Fan as a whole! Happy Holidays everyone!

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.20.24 Dec 20, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the wild west that is college athletics. Zach and Phil give their overarching thoughts on last night’s crushing Broncos loss. How did the Broncos go from scoring a TD on each of their first three drives to losing? Did Sean Payton get too cute and cost his team a playoff clinching win? Should the Broncos have stuck with the run more in the second half? Should the Broncos have gone for it on a late game 4^th down? The Broncos defense went from being the strength of the team, to a liability last night. The guys share what went wrong with Denver’s defense. Did the defense look tired while playing on a short week? Did the defense “hit a wall” and start playing undisciplined football?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.20.24 Dec 20, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos collapse to the Chargers on Thursday Night Football. What went wrong for the Broncos in the second half? How did the Broncos loss impact their playoff hopes and probable seeding in the AFC? Are the Broncos set for a date in Buffalo for the first round of the playoffs? Today’s “Three Count” includes which college football playoff game are we most looking forward to, the new Elway documentary coming to Netflix, and if Carmelo Anthony will be a first ballot hall of famer in 2025. We pivot to the Nuggets and Avalanche as they were also in action last night. Zach shares his problems he had with the Nuggets, last night, specifically with the final play of the game. What happened to Aaron Gordon, only scoring 2 points in 31 minutes? Will this loss re-spark trade rumors around the Nuggets?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.20.24 Dec 20, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss the Broncos strong start to last night’s game. How does Bo Nix go from having a string start to finishing games and playing winning football? We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on his own performance. We play “Fill in the black” with Phillip Lindsay and Phil describes how he’s feeling after the Broncos loss last night. Which rookie had the best moment last night? Did Sean Payton get outcoached by Jim Harbaugh?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.20.24 Dec 20, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos collapse and the details of what went wrong for the Broncos in the second half. Zach shares his problem with Sean Payton opting into a Thursday Night Football game and then mentioning the short week as a reason the defense struggled. Former Bronco and Super Bowl champion, Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss the Broncos halftime adjustments or lack thereof, the Broncos going away from a successful running game, and Sean Payton’s decision to play the Chargers on a short week. Which rookies surprised the guys the most in last night’s game? Did Sean Payton’s decision to play on Thursday night directly impact the Broncos chances of winning this game? Does Sean Payton get away from the running game and can’t help himself but pass the ball? We wrap up the show with what the guys are most excited to watch this weekend, including the first ever 12-team college football playoff.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.19.24 Dec 19, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the Broncos and how they cannot get swept by the Chargers after getting “punked” by them in Denver earlier this season. How does the injury report impact tonight’s game? Who will and will not be on the field for the Chargers and Broncos tonight? Will Blake Watson have an impact in a struggling Broncos backfield? Justin Herbert has been elite in one specific category this season; will the Broncos defense be able to create interception opportunities? Zach reveals a shocking stat about the Broncos and their struggles in the first quarter. Will the Broncos be able to buck this trend and start fast vs the Chargers? On the other side of the coin, the Chargers have had major struggles in the 4^th quarter. Will the Broncos be able to take advantage of this trend?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.19.24 Dec 19, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep into tonight’s Broncos and Chargers Thursday Night Football game. Will the Broncos be able to match or exceed the Chargers hobbled running game? Phil reminisces on his breakout performances vs the Chargers and urges the Broncos running backs to follow suit. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the importance of third down. Will Sean Payton stick with the run and trust his running backs? Today’s “Three Count” features how Michael Porter Jr. will play tonight while his name has been surrounding NBA trade rumors this week, Alexander Georgiev’s revenge game tonight as the Sharks take on the Avalanche, and reports of Jets owner Woody Johnson vetoing a trade for Jerry Jeudy because his Madden rating was too low. Zach and Phil pour over the gambling props for tonight’s Broncos game and Zach shares his favorite plays of the night.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.19.24 Dec 19, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss how Broncos Country will show out tonight in Los Angeles. We hear from Sean Payton and Bo Nix and their thoughts on Broncos Country traveling and filling out SoFi Stadium. Will the change in the Broncos schedule impact how well Broncos fans are represented at the game? Zach shares the injury report for the Chargers and how many starters they will be missing tonight, while the Broncos are a much healthier team than when the two teams last met. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss the lack of injuries for the Broncos this season, the decision for the Broncos to accept an additional Thursday Night Football game this season, and much more to preview tonight’s game. The guys react to their conversation with Mike Klis and review the Broncos official injury report for tonight. Will a missing Riley Moss bite the Broncos defense?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.19.24 Dec 19, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos pivotal game tonight. Will the Broncos officially punch their ticket to the postseason with a win? DenverSports.com’s Senior Broncos writer, Andrew Mason joins the show to discuss Mase’s expectations for Bo Nix tonight, the Broncos struggles in the first quarter, and how the Broncos will rotate their running backs tonight. Will tonight be a high or low scoring game? Will we see the Broncos revert back to a Bo Nix’s rushing game that we saw earlier this season? Will the Broncos have a running back run for 50 yards tonight? We wrap up the show with the guys 5 predictions for tonight’s pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup, including their winning picks. Will the Broncos secure their first playoff bid for the first time in a long time?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.18.24 Dec 18, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys breakdown the proposition of the Nuggets bringing in Zach Lavine. Would Lavine be enough to put the Nuggets over the hump? Do the Nuggets need to make a “big splash” trade or try to round out the roster with role players? Are the guys bothered by the Broncos resume this season? Will not being able to compete with the best teams in the NFL come back to bite the Broncos in the playoffs? Outside of the Broncos win over the Buccaneers, what is the best win of the Broncos season? Was Sean Payton thinking in the best interest of his team when the Broncos accepted to play a second Thursday Night Football game this season? The Nuggets have been involved in NBA trade rumors with superstars across the league. Should the Nuggets “blow up” their core four to bring in Zach Lavine?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.18.24 Dec 18, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on the Nuggets potentially acquiring Zach Lavine. Would the guys prefer a big trade that would send Michael Porter Jr. out of town, or a smaller trade that brings in role players to round out the roster? We pivot the Broncos and Zach asks which award is most likely to come to Denver, coach of the year, rookie of the year, or defensive player of the year? Today’s “Three Count” includes Marvin Mims being named AFC special teams player of the week, Atlanta benching a struggling Kirk Cousins for rookie Michael Penix Jr., Patrick Mahomes participating in practice after an injury, and the Buffs bringing in a transfer portal quarterback. We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on the Broncos remaining schedule. Should the Broncos be happy to win just one more game or should they be focused on finishing the season, 3-0?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.18.24 Dec 18, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Coach Prime’s recent comments on wanting to plant his flag in Boulder. What will Prime’s next contract with Colorado look like? Will Prime coach for another team in his career after Colorado? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Broncos playing a second Thursday Night Football game this season. Was Sean being selfish when the Broncos decided to accept taking on an additional road Thursday Night Football game? Zach and Phil react to trade rumors around the NBA about the Nuggets being in the market for a major piece. Should the Nuggets be willing to move Michael Porter Jr. out of town for Zach Lavine? Would trading MPJ now be the Nuggets “selling high” on him as he is having a career season?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.18.24 Dec 18, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate which award is most likely to come to Denver for the Broncos, coach of year, rookie of the year, or defensive player of the year? The guys dig into the full circle moments the Broncos have had as Vance Joesph went from head coach to returning as defensive coordinator, years later. Did the Broncos get lucky by settling for Sean Payton after missing out on Jim Harbaugh and settling for Vance after missing out on many other coordinator options? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the Broncos with potential to take home NFL awards this season. We wrap up the show with the guys debating if the Nuggets should pull the trigger on a trade for Zach Lavine or try to do a smaller trade that brings in depth to the bench.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.17.24 Dec 17, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss Jonathon Taylor’s mistake from Sunday’s Bronco game and recount their own sports gaffs from over the years. Zach asks if Sean Payton should “rip off the band aid” and start Audric Estime at running back. Why has Payton been so hesitant to give Estime the starting job? Phil has some theories. The Broncos have a great chance of matching up with Steelers in the playoffs, would Broncos Country welcome a high stakes game vs their former quarterback? What matchup would Zach and Phil prefer for the Broncos in the first round of the NFL playoffs?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.17.24 Dec 17, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil analyze the Broncos playoff chances after securing a big AFC win vs the Colts. How does the Broncos remaining schedule impact their playoff chances? Which remaining game for the Broncos is the most winnable? Will the Broncos playoff hopes come down to the last week of the season vs the Chiefs? Today’s “Three Count” features the improbable Broncos win when it comes to the stats, former Crimson Tide DT and the number one defensive player in the transfer portal picking Colorado, the Avs falling in Vancouver with a struggling power play, and Michael Vick potentially being the next HC of Sacramento State. Will former NFL players with no coaching experience, have success at the FBS level? The guys react to Mel Kiper’s NFL draft big board and Travis Hunter coming in at the number one spot. Will Hunter be considered the best wide receiver and best cornerback in the draft?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.17.24 Dec 17, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to breaking news of Michael Vick becoming the next head coach for Norfolk State. Will Vick have success as a first-time college football coach? We pivot to Marvin Mims impressive run the past month, from returning punts, receptions down field, to running the ball. We surprise Zach with a piece of audio from Zach in February saying he would get a tattoo if Russell Wilson went 11-6 with the Steelers, how does Zach feel about his take now? The Nuggets pulled out a come from behind win in Sacramento last night but the big takeaway for the guys was how spry Jamal Murray looked. Zach asks if it’s time for Sean Payton to elevate Audric Estime to the starting running back? Phil questions why we haven’t seen more of Estime? The guys speculate all the different reasons Sean doesn’t trust Estime.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.17.24 Dec 17, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil examine the Broncos playoff probability after their big win over Indianapolis. How will the Broncos preform on a short week and major playoff implications on the line? Will the Broncos agree with Zach that Thursday is not a “must win”? Will the Broncos playoff hopes come down to the final week of the season when the Chiefs travel to Denver? The guys pick their ideal first round playoff matchup for the Broncos. Zach and Phil react to ESPN’s Mel Kiper ranking Travis Hunter as the number one player on his “big board”. Will Hunter be the first player selected in the 2025 NFL Draft? We wrap up the show with a quote from Bo Nix and wanting to win out, not settle with one win to make the playoffs. Is Jamal Murray “back”?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.16.24 Dec 16, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys recap the Broncos game and specifically the Colts mishaps. Is Broncos Country back or still looking for more from their team? Zach and Phil discuss their major takeaways from the Broncos big win and how important the Broncos defense and special teams were. Do the Broncos still win if Jonathon Taylor didn’t drop the ball before getting into the endzone? Could Pat Surtain or Nik Bonitto take home the NFL’s defensive player of the year award? The guys breakdown Bo Nix’s 14^th game in the NFL. Although it was bumpy were there positives to take away? How do Zach and Phil grade Nix’s day?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.16.24 Dec 16, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss the Broncos finally breaking through with a winning record. The guys question how the Broncos run game is still struggling and how they can fix it. Today’s “Three Count” includes Travis Hunter’s Heisman win we will remember for years to come, the Nuggets rolling over the Clippers and Jamal Murray surprisingly playing in the game, and the Avs beating up on Nashville in Mackenzie Blackwood’s Avs debut. Should we be encouraged but how spry Jamal Murray looked vs Los Angeles? We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on the turnovers. Is Bo getting too loose with the ball? Would targeting the tight end more help Nix with turnovers and in the red zone?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.16.24 Dec 16, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Sean Payton’s comments on the Denver Broncos ownership. Will this aligned ownership, general manager, head coach, and quarterback bring a Super Bowl to Denver? The Broncos defense proved once again to be the Broncos strength and the reason they win a game; the guys take a dive into all the impactful plays the Broncos defense made on Sunday. Zach and Phil grade Bo Nix’s 14^th NFL game. Are we seeing Bo Nix revert to what he looked like in his first few games? Will Nix be able to rebound and stay aggressive throwing the ball down field? What did Sean Payton have to say about Nix’s performance? Will we see more designed runs for Nix going forward?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.16.24 Dec 16, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil question why the Broncos running backs are struggling so much. Is it a product of the running backs, offensive line or play calling? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the underachieving running back room, Bo Nix’s growth or lack thereof, and how a Bronco can get in the defensive player of the year conversation. How will Broncos Country show up in Los Angeles for the Broncos Thursday Night Football game? The guys have a massive debate over Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson for the NFL’s MVP. We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on his interceptions. Phil explains why he is encouraged by Nix’s honesty and taking accountability for his turnovers. We wrap up the show with Phil’s top 5 most impactful Broncos from yesterday’s key win.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.13.24 Dec 13, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to Dover and Cecil’s predictions for this weekends Broncos game. Zach warns Broncos Country that the Broncos should not overlook Anthony Richardson and the Colts. What NFL quarterback does Richardson compare to most in the NFL? The Broncos have a massively important game for their playoff hopes this weekend, this is the biggest Broncos game since when? The guys debate. The Broncos run game has been underwhelming this season, what did Sean Payton have to say about his run game? Will this week be the week Jaleel McLaughlin breaks out a big run? The guys react to a straw poll of Heisman voters with the results ending in a Travis Hunter Heisman. Will Hunter collect Boulder’s second Heisman this weekend? Is Hunter getting disrespected with a “cardio narrative” being the reason he will win the award?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.13.24 Dec 13, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil ask what is the biggest thing the Broncos need to do to collect a win on Sunday afternoon. Will Bo Nix be able to limit his turnovers and give his team a chance to compete vs the Colts? What will the Broncos plan be for stopping Jonathan Taylor? Today’s “Three Count” features the Avalanche laying an egg in last night’s loss to Utah, Aaron Gordon on the Nuggets struggles, and a wild story from last night's TNF game in which San Francisco’s LB quit in the middle of the game. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss Pat Surtain not following Jerry Jeudy vs the Browns, the potential troubles the Broncos defense could have with the Colts, and what the Broncos will look like coming out of the bye.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.13.24 Dec 13, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by Mike Klis for another two segments. The guys debate when the last time the Broncos had as important of a football game as they do this upcoming weekend. We preview the slate of NFL games this weekend. Will Mahomes and the Chiefs be able to continue their close game win streak against Cleveland? Are we seeing a Super Bowl preview in the Lions vs Bills? Zach shares the results from a Heisman straw poll which revealed Travis Hunter should be picking up the Heisman trophy on Saturday night. Is there a false narrative that Travis Hunter will only win the Heisman because he plays so many snaps? Will an NFL team allow Hunter to play on both sides of the ball?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.13.24 Dec 13, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos and Colts game this weekend. Is this game a “playoff” game? The guys breakdown Phil’s former team and teammates from the Colts. Former Bronco and Super Bowl champion Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss where the Broncos go at running back, the Broncos secondary with Riley Moss on the sideline, and much more. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Colts running game including Anthony Richardson. What was Colts, DeForest Buckner’s message to the young guys on the Colts? The guys battle against the morning show trivia. Can we keep our hot streak going and beat the morning show? We wrap up the show with the guy’s five predictions for the weekend. Will Travis Hunter raise the Heisman? How will the Avs fare vs their old goal tender? And finally, will he Broncos come out with a win in their most important game in a long time?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.12.24 Dec 12, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys react to the news of the day, Garrett Bolles signing an extension with the Broncos. Is Garrett Bolles on his way to joining the ring of fame with the Broncos? Did Bolles take a “home team discount” to stay in Denver? We hear from Pat Surtain on Hunter’s ability to play both ways in the NFL. What did Travis have to say about himself playing on both sides of the football in the NFL? The guys debate if Hunter will have to stamina and ability to be elite on offense and defense at the next level. Zach and Phil react to an anonymous poll from NBA executives ranking NBA’s front offices. Where did the Nuggets front office rank and should we be concerned with their ranking? What decisions have the Nuggets made over the past few seasons to contribute to their shocking rank?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.12.24 Dec 12, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the big news of Garrett Bolles signing an extension with the Broncos. How important is it for the Broncos to have continuity on the offensive line? The guys take you through Garrett Bolles’ time in Denver, from getting booed by the fans to signing a contract with the Broncos after not getting his 5^th year option picked up after his rookie contract. Will Garrett Bolles be able to survive the worst period of Broncos football to make it to the playoffs and beyond with the team? Today’s “Three Count” includes the guys’ wish list for the Colorado Rockies. Will Dick Monfort ever sell the Rockies? Who are the Broncos taking on in the Colts, this weekend? Phil walks up through his former team in the Colts and many of his former teammates. Will we see the roller coaster experience that Anthony Richardson is? How well would Richardson have to play to beat the Broncos?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.12.24 Dec 12, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil analyze the absence of Riley Moss for the Broncos. What do the guys make of Broncos defensive back, Levi Wallace, taking ownership of his poor performance on MNF? Will Bo Nix’s competitive fire spread throughout the Broncos locker room? Do player lead team’s end up being more successful than coach driven teams? Broncos star, Pat Surtain gave Travis Hunter his flowers for Hunter’s ability. Will Hunter be able to play on both sides of the football when he reaches the NFL? Why are NFL players willing to endorse Hunter in such a competitive game? The Nuggets were shockingly ranked low in an anonymous poll, ranking NBA front offices, what led to the ranking> Zach speculates all the different reasons executives around the NBA are not high on the Nuggets recent moves.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.12.24 Dec 12, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into Garrett Bolles’ time in Denver from the start to today. Zach shares his surprise that this deal got done this far into the season with free agency looming. Did Bolles take a hometown discount to stay with the Broncos? Phil tells us some stories about his time being a teammate with Bolles and the change in perception of Bolles after a rocky start to his career with the Broncos. Phil breaks down the Broncos opponent this week and Phil’s former team, the Indianapolis Colts. Zach cautions Broncos Country to not overlook the Colts and slam the playoff door shut on Indy. We wrap up the show with what the guys learned in Denver sports today. Will Bolles retire a Bronco and only play for the Broncos during his career? Could Bolles find himself in the Broncos ring of fame?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.11.24 Dec 11, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the “thawing” out of Jokic to Colorado and America in general. Has Jokic become more accepting of Denver? Zach shares a nightmare story from his morning and taking his son the dentist. We pivot to the Avalanche getting their swagger back in a win last night and moving to 4-1 on their 5-game road trip. Has Mikko Rantanen proved he is deserving of the big contract he is seeking from the Avalanche? Should the Avs be willing to pay Mikko more than their star in Nathan Mackinnon? After yesterday’s hypothetical trade for Jimmy Butler, Zach proposes a new trade involving Kings’ guard De’Aaron Fox. Would inserting Fox for Michael Porter Jr. fix the Nuggets struggles?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.11.24 Dec 11, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their “wish lists” for Colorado sports teams, today making their lists for the Denver Broncos. Phil explains why he wants the Broncos to re-sign Garrett Bolles and drafting one later in the first round would not be in the best interest of Bo Nix. Zach alternatively wants to find a running game to pair with Bo Nix, whether that’s through free agency or the draft. Today’s “Three Count” includes Steve Young coming out and saying he was almost the Broncos quarterback after John Elway, Bill Belichick becoming the next head coach on the University of North Carolina, and Levi Wallace taking accountability for his poor performance vs the Browns. Three former Broncos are up for “Comeback playoff the year” this season between Russell Wilson, Jerry Jeudy and Tim Patrick. Which one of these recent departures from the Broncos stings the most?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.11.24 Dec 11, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to a NFL mock draft, mocking both Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter being selected with top 3 picks. Will Deion Sanders hand select which team picks his son Shedeur? How would Denver fans feel about Shedeur if he were to be picked AFC West foe, Las Vegas Raiders? Zach shares a new hypothetical trade for the Nuggets which includes the Nuggets brining in De’Aaron Fox? Should the Nuggets trade for Fox, even if it involves trading away Michael Porter Jr.? What would the new Nuggets strengths and weakness be by adding the All-Star guard? The guys react to a new story coming out about HOF QB, Steve Young, joining the Broncos after John Elway retired. How close was Young to becoming the Broncos QB in 2000? We finish up the hour with a conversation on the Avs new goaltender and how happy Nathan MacKinnon seems to be with the change.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.11.24 Dec 11, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil share their “wish lists” for the Broncos. Phil starts off by saying all the reasons Broncos fan should be grateful after receiving so many “gifts” the past few seasons in a new ownership group, a new Superbowl winning head coach, and a young franchise quarterback. We hear from Bo Nix’s two-time college offensive coordinator and current ASU head coach, Kenny Dillingham. DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss Dillingham’s comments on Bo Nix’s “dawg” and “it-factor”. Are we just scratching the surface of Bo Nix’s personality? We wrap up the show with special guest, James Merilatt joining the show to breakdown what the guys learned in Denver sports today.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.10.24 Dec 10, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys debate if Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sander will and should play in the Buffs bowl game. If Deion Sanders was not the coach, would they still want to play in the game? Zach proposes a trade the Nuggets could be involved in. Should the Nuggets be willing to “blow up” the team in trading one of their big 4 stars along with young players and future draft picks for Jimmy Butler? Zach and Phil discuss the potential trade and read from the text-line to get your ideas on the trade. We finish up the hour with Zach and Phil sharing their “wish list” for the Colorado Avalanche. Could we see Gabe Landeskog officially step away from the team to relieve them cap space?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.10.24 Dec 10, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos playoff probabilities and how wins and losses vs the Colts and Chargers impact the Broncos. Which Anthony Richardson will show up when the Colts and Broncos matchup? Today’s “Three Count” includes the number 1 basketball recruit for the class of 2025 committing to BYU and his NIL deal, the Eagles disfunction between Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown, and CSU’s bowl selection to the Snoop Dogg Bowl. It’s a Hot Take Tuesday and Zach thinks the Broncos will go into the playoffs on a 7-game win streak. Could the Broncos sweep the NFL awards for Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year? Phil thinks the Avalanche could make a big splash by trading Mikko Rantanen before the NHL’s trade deadline.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.10.24 Dec 10, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to tow different college football coaches and their way of dealing with players entering the portal. Phil walks us through his experience of signing with an agent when he was entering the NFL Draft. Zach proposes a big trade for the Nuggets which includes trading away Michael Porter Jr., young assets, and draft picks. Would bringing in Jimmy Butler be worth “blowing up” the Nuggets core and moving young prospects? Find out why the guys disagree on if the Nuggets should pull the trigger on a Jimmy Butler trade. Zach and Phil make their “wish lists” for the Avalanche during the holiday season.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.10.24 Dec 10, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos playoff chances and how their game vs the Colts impacts their chances. Which version of Anthony Richardson will show up when the Colts come to Denver? If the Broncos make the playoffs, is Sean Payton a lock to win Coach of the Year? Who would be Payton’s biggest competition to win the award? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the popularity of college football and the growing questions around NIL. We wrap up the show with what the guys learned in Denver sports today. Will the Rockies be able to find a star with the 4^th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft? What would Will’s wish be for the Avalanche?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.09.24 Dec 09, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys react to the massive trade the Avalanche made earlier today. We compare the contrast the positions the Nuggets and Avalanche are in. Would the Nuggets be willing to make a splashy trade like the Avs? Do the Nuggets problems go beyond their roster construction? Zach asks if the Nuggets have hit rock bottom after their embarrassing loss to the Wizards over the weekend. Colorado has officially been announced to the Alamo Bowl, are the guys happy with the Buffs selection? Coach Prime came out and said the seniors and pro-bound Buffs will play in the bowl, is there a way this backfires on the Buffs? Will Petersen of DenverSports.com joins the show to breakdown the seismic trade for the Avalanche today. Is the new Avs goaltender ready to be the starting goalie on a playoff team? Was this trade about more than just Georgiev’s on ice performance?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.09.24 Dec 09, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil go through their “wish list” for each of the sports teams in Colorado. Would a fully healthy Jamal Murray be enough to get the Nuggets over the top? Phil brings up the idea of the Nuggets benching Jamal Murray to send a message that he isn’t cutting it, and money alone will not keep him in the starting lineup. Zach wishes for Murray to get his mentals right and re-find his hunger for basketball and winning. Today’s “Three Count” features the final edition of the 2024-2025 College Football Playoff, Juan Soto’s historic contract with the Mets, and the Simpson’s Monday Night Football broadcast. Did the CFP committee get it right? We react to the Avalanche trade for a new goaltender while sending away their current starter, Georgiev.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.09.24 Dec 09, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Fox College Football analyst and friend of the show, Brock Huard saying that if coaches voted on the Heisman, Ashton Jeanty would win the award over Travis Hunter. How do the guys feel about Huard’s comments? Are the Nuggets at rock bottom after falling to the worst team in the NBA in the Wizards? Where do the Nuggets go from here? We have breaking news as the Heisman finalists are announced live on air. Zach and Phil react to Travis Hunter being announced a finalist while his teammate Shedeur Sanders getting left off the list. Was Sanders snubbed or deservingly left out of New York? Phil explains why he is nervous about Travis Hunter winning the Heisman and how the conversation around Hunter has changed over the past few weeks.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.09.24 Dec 09, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil share their “wish lists” for the Denver Nuggets. Could we see Jamal Murray come off the bench at some point this season? Is Murray in perfect health or battling through injuries? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the Broncos upcoming opponent in the Indianapolic Colts and Anthony Richardson, the impact of Garrett Bolles on the offensive line, and which Broncos are up for awards for the 2024 season. Can Jamal Murray regain the hunger he had from just a few seasons ago? We wrap up the show with what Zach and Phil learned in the world of sports today. Did Shedeur Sanders get snubbed from being a Heisman finalist? Will the two new additions at goaltender be the answer for the Avalanche?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.06.24 Dec 06, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discus their concern for the Nuggets as they fall again last night to the Cavaliers. Have the Nuggets lost their connectivity? Zach and Phil breakdown what could have gone wrong in the Nuggets locker room. How concerned are the guys about the Avalanche and where they can go this season? Now that Pro Bowl voting has opened, which Broncos have the best chance of getting voted in? Phil reflects on when he was voted into the Pro Bowl after his rookie season.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.06.24 Dec 06, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if either Michael Malone or Jared Bednar’s message has become stale in their locker rooms? Is either coach on the hot seat and at risk of not making it through the season? We hear from both coaches and their thoughts on how to recoup the seasons. Today’s “Three Count” features Tim Patrick’s huge game with two touchdowns for the Lions last night, Boise State or UNLV securing a spot in the College Football Playoff tonight, and Shedeur Sanders posting the Las Vegas Raiders stadium. Should the Broncos have held onto Tim Patrick after training camp and preseason? Will Shedeur be a Raider this time, next year? 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss if Vance Joseph will get a head coaching position this offseason, Josh Reynolds release and getting picked up in Jacksonville, and Garrett Bolles future in Denver.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.06.24 Dec 06, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Mike Klis’ comments on Josh Reynolds. The guys preview the big weekend in College Football. We preview and pick each conference championship game. Will Ashton Jeanty be able to improve his Heisman case with a big game tonight? Zach points out one moment that stood out to him about the lack of communication and connectivity from the Nuggets last night. With Pro Bowl voting now open, the guys debate which Broncos have the best chance of getting voted into the Pro Bowl. Phil reminisces on when he found out he was a Pro Bowler. Will Zach Allen or Courtland Sutton have a shot at qualifying for the Pro Bowl? Are the Broncos gambling by not having an extension with Garrett Bolles done? Could Bo Nix back his way into a Pro Bowl honor?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.06.24 Dec 06, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the issues for the Nuggets and Avalanche. Are either of the team’s issues, fixable? Former Bronco and Super Bowl champion, Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss how the Browns were able to use Jerry Jeudy, who Chris thinks will make the Pro Bowl, and much more. Has Michael Malone and Jared Bednar’s message gone stale in their locker rooms? We play our weekly trivia with questions from the morning show. Can we top the morning show’s lousy performance from yesterday? We wrap up the show with 5 predictions for the weekend in sports. What version of the Nuggets will show up vs the Wizards? Who will start in net for the Avalanche? Which conference championship game are we most looking forward to watching this weekend?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.05.24 Dec 05, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys breakdown Jamal Murray and the delicacy it takes to criticize Murray. Do the Nuggets have a player or someone within the organization that can reach Murray? Zach and Phil go through the advanced numbers of Bo Nix and the growth he has made throughout the season. What would Nix be able to do with even better weapons around him? Zach asks if College Football has a chance to meet or pass the NFL in viewership? Does the new College Football Playoff take the sport to a new level? Has Sean Payton finally figured out how to use Marvin Mims in a creative way?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.05.24 Dec 05, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate which is the bigger issue, Jamal Murray or the Avalanche goal tending? Will Murray be able to ramp it up and be a proper sidekick to Jokic, come playoff time? Is the Avs playoff goal tender, currently on the roster? Which team is more likely to be able to win a championship this season? Today’s “Three Count” features Pat Surtain receiving the AFC’s Defensive Player of the Month award, the Buffs potentially heading to the Alamo Bowl vs another Big 12 team, and Bill Belichick interviewing for the North Carolina coaching job. The University of Colorado cleaned up with winning multiple Big 12 awards. Did Coach Prime get snubbed from winning the Big 12 Coach of the Year?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.05.24 Dec 05, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on Coach Prime getting “snubbed” for Big 12 Coach of the Year. Phil explains why he believes Prime was worthy of the award. We then dive into the advanced numbers of Bo Nix and how the numbers show the growth of Bo Nix. Marvin Mims has completely turned around his season with the Broncos after a slow start. Has Sean Payton finally found out a proper way of using Mims? Will Mims’ role continue to expand in this Broncos offense? Has the absence of Riley Moss proved how important he is to the Broncos defense? The guys debate if College Football is on a path to catch up to the popularity to the NFL.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.05.24 Dec 05, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate which is the more concerning issue in Denver sports, Jamal Murray or the Avs goal tending? At what point does what Murray is doing, become who he is? Just how far has Murray dropped off since winning a title for the Nuggets? Are the Nuggets disrespecting Jokic with the performances by the players around him? Which team is more likely to win a championship this season, the Avs or the Nuggets? Did Coach Prime get “snubbed” by not winning the Big 12 Coach of the Year award? We wrap up the show with what the guys learned in Denver sports today. Who will step into the Broncos starting corner back role as Riley Moss is set to miss more time? The guys make their predictions for tonight’s big Thursday Night Football game.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 12.04.24 Dec 04, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil. After Shedeur Sanders gifted one of his offensive linemen a $200,000 car, the guys recount some great stories from their college days. The Nuggets were able to narrowly beat out the Golden State Warriors, but the guys are still concerned about Jamal Murray and his lack of scoring. Has Christian Braun become the second most consistent player on the Nuggets? Is the fall in Jamal Murray’s shooting percentage just a slow start to the season or becoming a trend of who he is? The Avs are still struggling in net and the guys are debating if trading Mikko for an elite goal tender would be an overall positive for the team? Today is a huge for the Colorado Buffaloes as they look to gain top high school recruits on national signing day. Who would we want to see the Buffs matchup with, in their bowl game?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 12.04.24 Dec 04, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss if the Broncos bye week came at a bad time as the Broncos are rolling. Who should be the Broncos running back going forward? Is Jaleel well-rounded enough to take a bulk of the snaps? Would Jaleel be exposed in a larger role? What is the identity of the Broncos? Phil shares stories from how himself and his teammates treated their bye weeks and what it’s like coming back to the facility after the off time. Today’s “Three Count” includes former Nugget Paul Milsap officially retiring and two Avalanche players teaming up in the NHL 4 Nations tournament. Who will the guys be rooting for in the 4 Nations Tournament? ESPN’s Marcus Spears speaks glowingly about Nik Bonitto, is Bonitto finally getting the credit he deserves? The guys take a look at the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award odds and where two Broncos fit in the odds.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.04.24 Dec 04, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate the College Football Committee ranking Alabama over Miami and all the controversial moves made by CFP committee. Who would we want to see the Buffs play in their bowl game? Despite a great comeback win last night, the Avalanche still have big questions at their goal tender position. Would the guys trade Mikko away to bring in a top end NHL goalie? The University of Colorado has an important day as today is national signing day and the Buffs look to get commitments from top high school recruits. Who are the Buffs brining in after a major get in HS QB Juju Lewis? Not only did the Avs have a comeback win but the Nuggets came back to finish on top of the Warriors. Are the Nuggets relying on Jokic to be superhuman too often throughout the regular season? We react to TNT’s Charles Barkley pounding the table for the Nuggets to get Jokic more help and take advantage of having the best player in the world.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 12.04.24 Dec 04, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil question if the Broncos bye week came at a bad time. Should Jaleel McLaughlin be the Broncos starting running back going forward? Would defenses seeing too much Jaleel expose him as more of a change of pace back? Is the Broncos 2025 starting running back on the Broncos current roster? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss Nik Bonitto being in the same sentence as TJ Watt and Bonitto’s chances at winning defensive player of the year award. Would Will be willing to trade Mikko for a top end goal tender? The Nuggets win in thrilling fashion, but the win didn’t come without concerns about Jamal Murray. Are the Nuggets relying on Jokic too much?

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