The Drive

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.22.24 Nov 22, 2024

Hour 1

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.21.24 Nov 21, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the new expectations for the Broncos. Would anything less than 10-wins be a disappointment? The Broncos look to sweep the Raiders for the first time since 2014, can they get their first win in Las Vegas? Are the Broncos just hitting their stride this season? Will the Raiders pack it in and quit on their team if the Broncos can come out and “punch them in the mouth”? We have breaking news from today, as a top ranked high school quarterback committed to Colorado. Does this secure Coach Prime’s future in Boulder for the future? Will more high-ranking recruits follow suit and come to Boulder? The guys go into the depth the Broncos have built by drafting well the past 3 seasons and how many young players are contributing to Broncos wins.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.21.24 Nov 21, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil go pick by pick of the 2024 NFL draft and decide if the Broncos would have rather drafted those players over Bo Nix. Was drafting an offensive lineman or wide receiver an option for the Broncos? Would the guys rather the Broncos have any of the other 5 quarterbacks drafted before Nix? Today’s “Three Count” includes Drew Lock’s confusion over being passed up by Tommy DeVito to be the Giants starter this week, the NBA All-Star Game format, and the recent rise in crime to professional athletes. Zach shares a recent report that the Avalanche believe they are ok at goalie going forward. Do the guys believe this report? Should the Avs be on the search to trade for a goalie? Can the Avs win another cup with average goaltending?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.21.24 Nov 21, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the Colorado and Kansas football game this upcoming Saturday. We hear from Kansas head coach, Lance Leipold, and his thoughts on Coach Prime. Can the Broncos get their first win in Las Vegas this weekend? If the Broncos can jump out to a quick start, will the Raiders pack it in and give up? Colorado landed one of the best high school quarterbacks in the country today. Does this mean Coach Prime will be in Boulder for the long haul? Will Julian Lewis be able to attract more top tier recruits and players in the portal to come to Boulder? We have breaking news and an update about Gabe Landeskog, are the guys more or less encouraged by the news? Zach shares how encouraged he is from the Broncos rookie class and how a class like this can set up the Broncos into the future.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.21.24 Nov 21, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil go pick by pick from the 2024 NFL Draft and decide if they would rather have any of the 11 players drafted before Bo Nix over Nix. Would a top-tier, non-quarterback have made sense for the Broncos? Would the guys prefer any of the 5 quarterbacks drafted before Nix? Would Jayden Daniels look even better in a Sean Payton offense? We play trivia with questions from the morning show. Can we improve from a tough start to our trivia careers? We wrap up the show with what the guys learned in Colorado sports today, including a massive signing from a high school quarterback.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.20.24 Nov 20, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys give Jamal Murray his credit for an impressive game last night but ask why this isn’t the standard for him? How much does Murray actually love or like basketball? Bo Nix won not only rookie offensive player of the week, but NFL offensive player of the week. How great has Bo Nix been when facing blitzes? Has Nix been everything he was advertised as before the season? We saw signs of life from Jamal Murray after two disappointing games without Jokic. How can we get a more consistent Murray throughout the season? Between CU and the Broncos, which team has a better chance of winning a playoff game? The guys answer which team is more dangerous to make the playoffs and make a playoff run.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.20.24 Nov 20, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dig into the Broncos and Buffaloes playoff projections. Are the Broncos and Sean Payton more primed for a playoff run than the Buffs? Will the Buffs lack of size cause them to come up short in a playoff game? Fox College Football analyst, Brock Huard joins the show to discuss the parity in college football, CU’s growth at defensive line, and how Colorado will matchup with Kansas this weekend. Is Prime, primed for a departure to the NFL? Today’s “Three Count” features the Jets reassessing their organization after losing to the Broncos earlier this season, Ray Lewis being considered for a college football head coaching position, 6 Buffs accepting invitations to the Shrine Bowl, and an extra shoutout for Dalton Knecht. Zach and Phil breakdown Nik Bonitto’s breakout season. Is the Broncos depth at defensive line, freeing up multiple guys in the pass rushing group to excel?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.20.24 Nov 20, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Bo Nix winning the NFL offensive player of the week award. Zach shares Bo Nix’s number versus the blitz this season and how Nix is figuring out NFL defenses and growing every week. The Nuggets get a win while Jokic is off for personal reasons, are this the types of games we were looking for from Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.? While Zach is admitting Russell Westbrook has added to the Nuggets this season but refutes that Westbrook has been better than Bruce Brown. When will we know the value of Russell Wesbrook to this Nuggets team? Zach asks which team between the Broncos and CU has a better chance of making the playoffs and which team has a better chance of winning a playoff game. Will CU be able to contend with the elite teams across the country? With speculation of Coach Prime heading to the Dallas Cowboys, the guys breakdown the chances of it happening. Would Prime be a good fit in the NFL? We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on staying in Boulder.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.20.24 Nov 20, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dissect Bo Nix’s growth throughout the season. Can Bo overtake Jayden Daniels to be the rookie of the year? Is Bo finally in full control of Sean Payton’s offense? James Merilatt, editor of DenverSports.com, joins the show to discuss James’ hesitation to anoint Bo Nix the franchise quarterback, projecting the rest of the Broncos regular season, and if Sean Payton has won over James yet. DO the guys like Sean Payton’s strategy of keep his team humble and speak to the mistakes the Broncos are still making instead of giving his guys flowers for a blowout win? We finish up the show with DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joining the show to discuss Bo Nix’s growth this season, especially when facing the blitz. Where does Will think Coach Prime will be a year from now, CU, the NFL, or retiring?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.19.24 Nov 19, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys breakdown Jamal Murray’s struggles in Nikola Jokic’s absence. Will we ever see the same Jamal we saw during the Nuggets championship run? Zach and Phil analyze the confusing Broncos running back room. Will any of the Broncos’ running backs separate themselves or will it be a running back by committee the rest of the season? Could we see Courtland Sutton hit the 1,000 receiving yard mark this season? Will the Broncos extend Sutton beyond this season? We hear from Colorado athletic director, Rick George and his thoughts on Coach Prime’s future in Boulder. Will Deion and CU sign an extension this offseason?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.19.24 Nov 19, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil look at the Broncos playoff probabilities after their win vs Atlanta. Is Bo Nix still in the running for offensive rookie of year despite Jayden Daniels quick start to the season? Would Phil rather the Broncos make the playoffs or Bo Nix wins the rookie of the year award? Today’s “Three Count” includes Inside the NBA being licensed and aired on ESPN in the future, Drew Lock getting passed over to be the Giants starting quarterback due to financial reasons, and the jammed-up SEC football standings. The Avalanche could do something in sports that hasn’t been done in 20 years, can Cale Makar win the Hart trophy? The guys breakdown Cale’s stats so far this season and project the rest of the season for him and the Avs.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.19.24 Nov 19, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dig into Mike Shanahan’s Hall of Fame case as today is an important in his pursuit of reaching the HOF. Will Shanahan be chosen over the 8 other great NFL coaches he is competing with? The Broncos turnstile at running back continued this past weekend as Javonte Williams received a majority of the carries. Will an individual separate themselves from the group and be the bell cow moving forward? Could we see Courtland Sutton hit the 1,000 receiving yard mark this season? Will the Broncos extend Sutton beyond this season? We hear from Colorado athletic director, Rick George and his thoughts on Coach Prime’s future in Boulder. Zach questions if CU should take a page out of Indiana’s book and sign Prime to an extension now. Will Prime be coaching for the Buffs on a new contract next season?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.19.24 Nov 19, 2024

Hour 3

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.19.24 Nov 19, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil analyze the Broncos playoff probability after their win over Atlanta. Would Phil rather the Broncos make the playoffs or Bo Nix wins the rookie of the year award? Does being 100% sure about Bo going into next season mean more than the Broncos ending their playoff drought? We hear from Sean Payton on tampering expectations for Bo Nix as well as Collin Cowherd advocating for Payton to be in the mix for the NFL’s coach of the year. DenverSports.com’s Senior Broncos writer, Andrew Mason joins the show to discuss to growth of Bo Nix this season, the dominance of the Broncos defense, and the future of Garrett Bolles with the Broncos. What are Mase’s thoughts on Mike Shanahan’s Hall of Fame chances this year? We wrap up the show with DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joining the show to discuss the importance of the Broncos gaining playoff experience this season.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.18.24 Nov 18, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the big games in the NFL from over the weekend. Will the Chiefs finally lose to an AFC team in the playoffs? We pivot to the Nuggets and the guys disappointment in Jamal Murray in the absence of Jokic. We review the Broncos dominant win over the Falcons. How excited should Broncos Country be about the direction of this team? The guys grade Bo Nix’s 11 NFL game, what did we make of Bo’s performance and growth throughout the season? The Buffs keep rolling as they win over Utah on Saturday. Has Travis Hunter cemented himself as the Heisman Trophy winner? How great has the CU defense been this season and especially on Saturday vs Utah?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.18.24 Nov 18, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos win over Atlanta on Sunday. We touch on all things Broncos including Sean Payton coaching his best game of the season and Devaughn Vele getting more opportunities on the field. Can Vele grow into being a number one receiver for the Broncos? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Bo Nix. Today’s “Three Count” features Kansas City finally losing and the NFL MVP race, CSU winning the “border war”, and the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul boxing match. The guys discuss their disappointment in Jamal Murray over the weekend while Jokic was out for personal reasons. Zach shares a report he heard about the Nuggets being unwilling to trade Jamal Murray when the Nuggets were targeting Luke Doncic during the 2018 draft.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.18.24 Nov 18, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Broncos blowout win over the Falcons. Were the guys more impressed with the Broncos offense or defense? We hear from Bo Nix and his thoughts on the dominant win after a heart-breaking loss, a week ago. The guys speak to Sean Payton giving Bo Nix a good offensive line in his rookie season and how it has helped him more than the weapons the Bears have given Caleb Williams. We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the Buffs still waiting to play their best game of the season. How great has Robert Livingston done with the Buffs defense compared to a year ago? We finish up the hour with Zach and Phil’s disappointment in Jamal Murray over the weekend. Zach explains it’s not about Murray missing shots but his lack of interest and competitive spirt while Jokic missed the last two games.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.18.24 Nov 18, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil analyze the entirety of the Broncos win from Sunday. Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss how great Bo Nix was on Sunday and his growth this season, Devaughn Vele developing into a number one receiver, and whether the Broncos will make the playoffs this season. Will we see the Broncos and Garrett Bolles get an extension done before the season ends? We hear from Sean Payton and the differences he sees in this year’s team compared to last year. Which guys was Payton referring to when complimenting this years team’s competitive spirit? How much has Bo grown since the beginning of the season? We wrap up the show with Zach and Phil handing out their game balls and the guys “interesting” choices.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.15.24 Nov 16, 2024

Welcome to a Friday edition of The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay!

The Denver Broncos have a game that is gearing up to be a must win for the Broncos playoff dreams to stay alive. The Broncos have one big issue on the offensive side of the ball, what is it and how can they fix it before Sunday? The Mike Tyson and Jake Paul hijacks the program as our guys debate who will win this showdown. The Colorado Avalanche have a lot of pieces coming back, but the most notable piece did not speak during morning skate. Val Nichushkin makes his return to the lineup. What does a nearly healthy Avs roster look like, and will Val make the right impact in his first game back? The Colorado Buffaloes have another big game on Saturday. What challenges do they face against this version of Utah?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.15.24 Nov 16, 2024

Welcome to a Friday edition of The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay!

The Denver Broncos host the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. What challenge do the Broncos have facing this version of the Falcons? The guys take a dive into the matchup history of the Broncos and the Falcons. In the three count, one of the greatest fighters of all time is stepping back into the ring, who do they have winning? A Colorado Rockies player accidentally got involved in a big crime bust. What happened and how did they get there? Our 9News Inside Mike Klis joins the show to break down how the team is looking to turn the page after their heartbreaking loss in KC.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.15.24 Nov 16, 2024

Welcome to a Friday edition of The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay!

The Colorado Avalanche are finally getting healthy and whole again. With the return of big Val Nichushkin what is the team saying about his return? Will he talk to the media after the game? There is a great sign coming from the Denver Broncos offense. Devaughn Vele looks like a great football player. What does he change when he is on the field and how can Denver look to incorporate him more? The CU Buffs are on a big stage this weekend. What has the talk been like coming from both camps? The Denver Nuggets return to action! What are we expecting to see tonight given that their best player AND coach won’t be available for this game? Who needs to step up on the Nuggets, all that right before the Five O’clock whistle.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.15.24 Nov 16, 2024

Welcome to a Friday edition of The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay!

The Denver Broncos host the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. What challenge do the Broncos have facing this version of the Falcons? Darnell Money and Drake London are going to be a handful how should the Broncos look to shut them down? We’re joined by Chris Harris Jr. What did he think of that brutal loss to the chiefs? What kind of QB is Kirk Cousins and what does the think of the No-Fly Zone reunion? The rivalry continues, the morning show gives the Drive some trivia questions. A big weekend of Colorado sports the guys give their predictions and close out another edition of The Drive!

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.14.24 Nov 14, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss Russell Westbrook’s athleticism and past NBA players that declined quickly after losing their athleticism. Are we witnessing a star being born in Nik Bonitto? Zach shares Bonitto’s stats and why Bonitto has a bright future in Denver. What is Phil looking for from Bonitto? The guys question if Val Nichushkin will speak to the media before taking the ice tomorrow in his season debut? What would the guys want to hear from Val? After a slow start, the Nuggets are rolling. The guys breakdown the highs and what has impressed them from the Nuggets. What is real and what’s not from this Nuggets run?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.14.24 Nov 14, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the praise Bo Nix received from Kansas City Chiefs’ stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Do compliments from these NFL stars mean anything? Zach shares a rookie stat that Bo Nix can hit for the first time since Peyton Manning did it. Today’s “Three Count” features CSU and Wyoming continuing to play their rivalry game into the future, Zach’s problem with the Nuggets new city edition jersey, and the Buffs opponents’ QB and how it relates to Denver. We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the future of the Buffs. Will Prime stick around and coach after his “sons” have left? Will CU be able to secure a commitment from one of the highest rated high school quarterbacks in the country?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.14.24 Nov 14, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil ask if the Avalanche have made it through the tough part of the season while missing players due to injury. With multiple players returning from injury, should the Avs be smooth sailing now? Are the early goals the Avs give up a reason to be concerned? Are watching a star be born in Nik Bonitto? Will Bonitto be able to get after an immobile QB in Kirk Cousins this weekend? The guys question if we will hear from Val Nichushkin prior to his season debut tomorrow night. Does Val owe a statement to Avalanche fans? Will the Avalanche organization force Val to speak to the media tomorrow?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.14.24 Nov 14, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the upcoming Broncos and Falcons game. Will Bo Nix be able to take advantage of a poor pass rush for Atlanta? Zach shares a rookie stat that Bo Nix can reach for the first time in the NFL since Peyton Manning’s rookie season. What do the guys make of the compliments paid toward Bo Nix after his performance, last Sunday? Do compliments from Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce mean anything for Bo’s success? Zach makes the case for why Sean Payton is to blame for the Broncos loss in Kansas City. Will Coach Prime stay in Boulder after this season? Will the Buffs be able to land a commitment from star high school QB, Juju Lewis? We wrap up the show with what the guys learned today in Denver sports. Will Val Nichushkin speak to the media tomorrow? Would the guys throw their hats on the ice for a hat trick?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.13.24 Nov 13, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the Nuggets allowing KCP walk in the off season and how the new CBA affects the NBA going forward. Was Nuggets ownership being cheap of was GM Calvin Booth forward looking with his decisions? The Broncos have a big decision to make on Garrett Bolles and Zach and Phil breakdown Bolles’ time in Denver and what the Broncos will do with him in free agency. How important is Bolles to a young QB in Bo Nix? Phil shares a story about Garrett Bolles and standing up for his fellow offensive players. Justin Simmons will make his return to Denver but not in a Broncos uniform, how will he be received by Broncos Country?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.13.24 Nov 13, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to a comment Coach Prime made in a press conference, yesterday. In defending his offensive coordinator, Prime took a shot at the Broncos. How does Phil feel about Prime’s comments? We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the positive narrative around the Buffs this season. The guys make the case for why Prime is built to be a college coach and has his biggest impact on growing young men, not pro’s. Today’s “Three Count” includes the popularity of Bo Nix’s jersey sales, the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul boxing match, and Drew Lock getting an opportunity in New York. The Avs are back in action tonight, will Georgiev be in net for a 4^th straight game? How will the players returning from injury help? Why are the Avs waiting to play Val until Friday when his getting reinstated today?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.13.24 Nov 13, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the “rookie wall” in the NFL. Phil walks us through what a whirlwind it is for rookies from the end of their college season to the end of their rookie season in the NFL. Which rookie Bronco is most likely to hit their “rookie wall”? The Broncos have a big decision to make for the future of the left tackle position in Denver. Will the Broncos bring back Garrett Bolles in free agency or draft his replacement in next year’s draft? Phil tells a funny story about his time in the locker room with Bolles. Coach Prime took a shot at the Broncos while defending his OC, Pat Shurmur. Phil respects Prime defending his guy but takes exception to blaming the Broncos offensive players. The guys give both coordinators at Colorado their flowers for doing a great job this season, despite being skeptical going into the year.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.13.24 Nov 13, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil hear from Sean Payton and Justin Simmons on Simmons’ return to Denver as a Falcon. Phil shares about his return to Mile High but in a Colts jersey. Will Justin Simmons get a tribute video before or during the game on Sunday? We hear from Justin Simmons and his thoughts on the return. We pivot to the Broncos and how they are responding to the heart-breaking loss. We hear from Quinn Meinerz, defending Alex Forsyth. DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the Broncos gut-wrenching loss. Were there more positives than negatives to take away from the game? We wrap up the show with Patrick Mahomes compliments for Bo Nix after the Broncos and Chiefs game and Val Nichushkin’s return to the ice on Friday.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.12.24 Nov 12, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys breakdown the wild world of college football. Could Colorado get in the College Football Playoff over some higher profile SEC teams? Phil analyzes the Broncos running back room after Sean Payton shook up the carriers for each back. Will we get an answer at running back this season or will it be a worry the rest of the season? If the Buffs win out the rest of their regular season, could Coach Prime be in the running for coach of the year? Has what Deion has done in Boulder the most impressive coaching job in America? How will Val Nichushkin’s welcome back to the Avs be handled? Will Ball Arena give Val an ovation? How will his fellow teammates welcome him into the locker room?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.12.24 Nov 12, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil review the Broncos loss vs the Chiefs and what it means to the Broncos playoff hopes. How does the result of the Broncos and Falcons game affect the Broncos playoff probability? Will the Broncos be able to “get up off the matt” and bounce back at home? Zach brings up an interesting situation in which the Chiefs could be playing for an undefeated season when they come to Denver at the end of the season. Phil answers what the Broncos need to do in the final 7 games for a Broncos playoff push. Can the Broncos stay healthy to finish the year? Today’s “Three Count” features a CU and CSU gambling feat, a coaching change in Chicago and how that effects Caleb Williams, and Chet Holmgren’s major injury. We finish up the hour with our hot takes from the week. Can Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter go first and second in the NFL draft?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.12.24 Nov 12, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Avs after their overtime win last night. Has Georgiev solidified himself as the Avalanche’s starting goaltender? We hear from Avs coach, Jared Bednar and his thoughts on Georgie’s bounce back. Can Nathan MacKinnon win the Hart Trophy and become the 12^th player to ever win the award in back-to-back seasons? Would the guys trade Mikko for Sidney Crosby? Zach and Phil analyze the Broncos running back room and where they stand after Sunday’s loss to the Chiefs. We saw a shakeup with how many snaps each saw, does Phil expect Audric Estime to get a bulk of the carries going forward? What will the welcome for Val Nichushkin look like on Friday? Will the crowd cheer when his name is announced? How will his teammates welcome to the locker room differ from Avs fans? We read from the text line and what the Avs fans think of Val’s return.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.12.24 Nov 12, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil ask if Coach Prime will be up for the coach of the year award. Zach speaks to how graceful Prime has been this season after “getting punched in the face” last season. Who would be Prime’s competition for the award? DenverSports.com’s Senior Broncos writer, Andrew Mason joins the show to discuss his takeaways from the Broncos gut-wrenching loss, if the Broncos will make a change at offensive line, and how impressive Nik Bonitto has been this season. Did Bo Nix outplay Patrick Mahomes this past Sunday? How important will the Broncos and Falcons game be for the Broncos legitimacy and playoff hopes? DenverSports.com and host of the Mile High Hockey podcast, Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the Broncos playoff probability. We wrap up the show with Will’s thoughts on Val Nichushkin’s return to the Avs.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.11.24 Nov 11, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys recap Zach’s weekend in Austin and the Nuggets winning streak. Should we stop being panicked about the Nuggets or are their close wins cause for concern? Zach and Phil pivot the heartbreaking loss for the Broncos, on Sunday. Where does this loss rank among gut wrenching losses for the Broncos over the past decade? Phil walks us through what Sean Payton’s messaging will be to the team today. What do the guys make of game 10 of Bo Nix’s career? Is Bo Nix officially the guys for the Broncos? What were the highlights and lowlights for Nix? Was this the first of many great games between Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix? Have the Colorado Buffaloes become “undeniable”? Are the Buffs on track to go to the Big 12 Championship and the College Football Playoff?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.11.24 Nov 11, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos loss in Kansas City from yesterday. Are there moral victories to take away from the game? Did we see the growth from Bo Nix that Zach was looking for? Today’s “Three Count” includes Gabe Landeskog’s return to the ice at the Avs facility, Shedeur Sanders winning the Big 12 offensive player of the week, and Big Noon Kickoff heading back to Boulder this upcoming weekend. Are the Nuggets finally starting to look like themselves again? Phil explains why Aaron Gordon missing time now and giving the younger Nuggets opportunities will help the Nuggets in the long run.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.11.24 Nov 11, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Broncos last second loss in Kansas City, yesterday. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the gut-wrenching loss. Did the Broncos outplay the Chiefs? Who is to blame for the Broncos blocked FG to end the game? The guys grade Bo Nix’s 10^th career game. Are we primed to see more Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix classic matchups going forward? How are both Jokic and MacKinnon following up their MVP seasons? Will Jokic be able to overcome the narratives of voters not wanting to give Jokic a 4^th MVP? Zach shares a wild stat that the University of Colorado will be the only team in the country to be on national tv for every game of their season. The guys analyze CU’s big win in Texas. How good was Travis Hunter on both defense and offense on Saturday?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.11.24 Nov 11, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil recap the Broncos heart breaking loss to the Chiefs yesterday. Is there a silver lining and positives to take from the Broncos loss? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the optimism around Bo Nix even in a loss, where Devaughn Vele ranks among Broncos wide receivers, and Audric Estime getting a bulk of the running back snaps. How can Bo Nix continue to grow and what more can Nix add to his game? What criticism is fair for the coaching staff for the result of the final play of the Broncos and Chiefs game? Will this loss linger in the Broncos locker room? What are the guys seeing from an emerging young pass rusher in Nik Bonitto? Are the Nuggets playing like the Nuggets we have grown accustomed to? What more can Jokic do to earn his 4^th NBA MVP? Zach recaps his weekend in Austin and attending the UT vs Florida game. We wrap up the show with what Zach and Phil learned in Denver sports over the weekend.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.08.24 Nov 08, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Phil and Will Petersen cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to Dover and Cecil’s predictions and preview the Broncos and Chiefs game. Could the Chiefs be overlooking the Broncos and fall into a “trap game”? Will the Chiefs be extra motivated to keep their undefeated season alive? What do the Broncos have to do to end their losing streak in Kansas City? Will the Broncos be able to wash the bad taste of a loss out of their mouth with a win vs a great team? Will a second loss in a row derail the Broncos season and discourage this young team? We pivot to the Buffs big game this weekend, will CU be able to put up big numbers in Lubbock this Saturday? Is getting into a shootout the best plan for CU to beat Texas Tech? Will explains why he is encouraged about the Avalanche goal tender situation, even after last night’s loss. Is there clarity for Avs goalies or are we still looking for more consistency from Georgie?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.08.24 Nov 08, 2024

In Hour 2 of The Drive, Phil and Will Petersen take a deep dive into the Broncos and Chiefs game this weekend. How does Vance Joseph’s defense matchup with Andy Reid’s offense? Will shares the latest for the Broncos injury report, how big of a bump will a healthy Locke give the Broncos secondary? Will the Broncos be able to run the ball vs a top run defense? How will the Broncos split carries between Javonte, Jaleel, and Estime? Today’s “Three Count” features the Broncos getting help in a Bengals loss last night on TNF, LSU having a live tiger on the sideline, and a letter from Rockies manager Bud Black to Rockies fans. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss the field conditions in Kansas City, Drew Sanders returning from injury, and who the Broncos running back will be. Can the Broncos take advantage of the Chiefs looking ahead to Buffalo and get a win in a “trap game” for the Chiefs?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.08.24 Nov 08, 2024

In Hour 3 of The Drive, Phil and Will Petersen breakdown the Nuggets as they get set to face the Heat tonight. The guys debate how the Nuggets look with and without Jamal Murray on the floor. Will Murray adapt his game to allow the Nuggets to run up and down the court? The guys give Christian Braun and the young Nuggets praise for how well they’ve played early this season. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Chiefs string defense. How can the Broncos overcome the greatest QB in the NFL and a dominant defense? Why have Bo Nix and Troy Franklin not been able to connect in the NFL like they did at Oregon? Bo Nix shares his thoughts on the issue. What does a win for the Buffs this weekend do for CU’s Big 12 championship chances? How much credit does Coach Prime get for bringing in a great defensive coordinator and Warren Sapp in to improve this defense?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.08.24 Nov 08, 2024

In Hour 4 of The Drive, Phil and Will Petersen pivot to the AFC West matchup this weekend between the Broncos and Chiefs. How will the weather and quality of field factor into the game? Former Bronco and Super Bowl Champion, Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss the extra motivation when facing the Chiefs, if Bo Nix will be able to throw the ball on the Chiefs secondary, and the gameplan when facing Patrick Mahomes. How will the return of PJ Locke help the Broncos secondary after allowing big plays to the Ravens last week? Will shares why he’s frustrated with the MVP conversation or lack thereof, surrounding Nikola Jokic. Will the NBA’s “Jokic fatigue” keep Jokic from winning his 4^th MVP? We wrap up the show with Phil and Will’s predictions for the Buffs and Broncos this weekend. Can both teams stay in their respective playoff hunts with wins?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.07.24 Nov 07, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys recap the Nuggets unexpected win vs Oklahoma City last night. The guys speak to Peyton Watson’s maturity and ability to bounce back with a game sealing block after missed free throws. Do the Nuggets have a different dynamic when Russell Westbrook is running the offense instead of Jamal Murray? DenverSports.com and host of the Mile High Hoops podcast, Jake Shapiro joins the show to share his thoughts on the Nuggets win last night. Jake commends the Nuggets resiliency after coming back in another win. What are the new expectations for Jonathan Cooper after signing an extension with the Broncos? The guys breakdown the effect Coach Prime has had off the field in Boulder. How much money has Prime brought to the university in new applicants and out of state tuition? Zach compares Prime’s effect to that of Nick Saben at Alabama and Butler’s Final Four run in 2010. Is Prime’s contract actually a steal for the university?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.0724 Nov 07, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the first matchup between Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix. Is Patrick Mahomes already a top 5 NFL player of all time? Will Bo Nix put himself on the map by beating Patrick Mahomes? What is this year’s identity of the Chiefs? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Kansas City’s defense. Today’s “Three Count” includes Broncos edge rusher Drew Sanders returning from a torn Achilles, CU’s freshman Jordan Seaton being in the running for the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year award, and how Baron Browning will do in a new environment in Arizona. The Avalanche are in for a big test tonight as they face off vs one of the best teams in the NHL tonight. How will the young players of the Avs step up? Can Georgiev keep himself in the mix for the Avs starting goaltender?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.07.24 Nov 07, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Nuggets improbable win over the undefeated Thunder. What were the major takeaways for the guys? Is Christian Braun’s start to the season sustainable throughout the season? The guys take a deeper look into Russell Westbrook’s performance and the energy he brings to the team when he’s on the floor. What should we expect from newly extended Jonathon Cooper during the time of his contract? How will his mindset change going from being a 7^th round pick to now being a top paid pass rusher in the NFL? Are double digit sacks per season a reasonable expectation? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Cooper’s extension. The guys examine the effect Coach Prime has had off the field in Boulder. How much money had Prime brought to the university in new applicants and out of state tuition? Zach compares Prime’s effect to that of Nick Saben at Alabama and Butler’s Final Four run in 2010. Will Coach Prime stick around in Boulder after his kids leave?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.07.24 Nov 07, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the first matchup between Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix. Will this be a rivalry going forward? Phil shares a story about an interaction he had with Mahomes. Kansas City 610 Sports host, Alex Gold joins the show to discuss the undefeated but imperfect Chiefs team, what Kansas City thinks of Bo Nix, and the hunger to beat the Broncos after dropping a game to them last year. How focused on a three-peat are the Chiefs? Is this a “trap game” for the Chiefs with a look ahead to the Bills the following week? The guys give the Nuggets their flowers after beating the previously undefeated Thunder. How important will the Nuggets youth be to grow into roles throughout the season? Can Jokic go for a 4^th MVP? We wrap up the show with quotes from Bo Nix on his connection with Troy Franklin and Sean Payton’s thoughts on taking a young team to win on the road. Zach makes his prediction for the Broncos and Chiefs game.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.06.24 Nov 06, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the Nuggets chances of beating a top end team in the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight. Who will step up with the absence of Aaron Gordon? Which young Nuggets will seize their opportunity with extra minutes up for grabs? Zach explains why this weekend could be a huge opportunity for Shedeur Sanders to climb up the Heisman rankings. We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the surging Buffs. The Avalanche have good news and bad news after ending their losing streak last night. Do the Avs finally have an answer in net? How long will Cale Makar be sidelined with his injury? Zach gives an animated speech about why Avs Gabe Landeskog needs to retire for the better of the Avalanche. Does Gabe owe it to his teammates to give them the salary cap room he has been clogging up?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.06.24 Nov 06, 2024

In Hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if the Broncos are a house built on sand. Zach reveals a stat about 4 of the Broncos 5 wins coming against teams that have fired their coach or benched their quarterback. Will the Broncos be able to compete with higher quality NFL teams in Kansas City and Atlanta? Would Phil take a guaranteed Broncos 9-8 record this season? Today’s “Three Count” includes a wild College Football Playoff scenario for Colorado and Jayson Tatum getting his revenge vs Steve Kerr and the Warriors tonight. How awesome would a home playoff game played in Boulder be? The Nuggets are in for a major test tonight in the Oklahoma City Thunder. Can the depleted Nuggets hang with the top team in the west? Will Jokic have something special for the Thunder’s Chet Holmgren tonight? Who will start in Aaron Gordon’s place?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.06.24 Nov 06, 2024

In Hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown Travis Hunter’s wild weekend during the Buffs bye week. We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on Hunter’s appearances on national TV and promoting himself for the Heisman trophy. Will we see Shedeur Sanders’ best game of his season as he goes up against a leaky Texas Tech pass defense? What scenario could we see Sanders join Travis Hunter in New York for the Heisman ceremony? What were Coach Prime’s thoughts on CU getting ranked in the top 25? The Avalanche ended their 3-game losing streak, but it wasn’t all good news as Makar appeared to get banged up. Zach makes an impassioned speech for why Gabe Landeskog needs to retire. Does Landy owe it to his teammates and the organization to free up his cap space?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.06.24 Nov 06, 2024

In Hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil examine the Broncos wins this season and the context of 4 of their 5 wins. Are the Broncos wins this season a “house built out of sand”? College analyst and former NFL QB, Brock Huard joins the show to discuss Bo Nix’s growth this season, the College Football Playoff committee’s rankings, Travis Hunter’s chances at winning the Heisman, and how his view of the Colorado Buffaloes has changed throughout this season. Does CU have a sustainable style of play to win out the rest of the season? Will Petersen of DenverSports.com joins the show to breakdown Zach’s idea of Gabe Landeskog retiring for the better of the Avalanche franchise. Has Gabe’s absence become a distraction in the Avs locker room? We wrap up the show with a preview of the Nuggets and Thunders game tonight. Can a short-handed Nuggets team hang with one of the best teams in the NBA?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.05.24 Nov 05, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to the news of Aaron Gordon missing extended time with a calf injury. Will the Nuggets be able to stay afloat during Gordon’s missed time? What do we expect from Jamal Murray and the Nuggets during this stretch? The NFL trade deadline has come and gone, how do the guys feel about the Broncos moves? Did the Broncos need to add a piece for their playoff push? Tonight, the College Football Playoff committee will release their first edition of their rankings. Where will CU land on tonight’s rankings? Phil expects the committee to show love to CU because of the hunger to see CU and Coach Prime. The Nuggets pulled off another win last night, but it didn’t look pretty. Should we be concerned about the Nuggets struggling with lower competition to start the season? How long will Aaron Gordon be sidelined with his calf injury? Will the young Nuggets step up in Aaron Gordon’s absence?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.05.24 Nov 05, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil analyze what would a win in Kansas City mean for the Broncos playoff hopes. Is Patrick Mahomes having the best start to a career in sports history? How can the Broncos still be competitive with a dynasty in their division? Is the Chiefs being undefeated help the Broncos chances of pulling off an upset in Kansas City? How will Mahomes’s injury factor into next Sunday’s game? Today’s “Three Count” features a look around the trades made in the NFL today, Joel Embiid’s suspension after an altercation with a media member, and the College Football Playoff’s first rankings. Where will the Buffs land on the first edition of the rankings? Should the Broncos have made a move with one of their back-up QB’s? Zach asks if GM George Paton deserves more credit than people are giving him after a great 2021 draft class. Phil shares about his experiences with George Paton and John Elway.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.05.24 Nov 05, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown if we will see more of Audric Estime. Sean Payton hinted as giving more touches to Estime, does Phil think this is a good idea? The Broncos sole move at the trade deadline was moving Baron Browning to the Cardinals, should the Broncos have brought in help for their playoff push? Will we see a better Browning now that he’s not in a Broncos jersey? Phil makes the case for why the Broncos should have brought in a tight end in to help Bo Nix this season and into the future. The Avs are back in action tonight and trying to snap a 3-game losing streak. We hear from Avalanche head coach, Jared Bednar who shares a concerning update about Gabe Landeskog. Zach reads this update as a setback and now doesn’t expect Gabe to return to the Avalanche in 2024. The guys set the table for the College Football Playoff committee’s rankings to be released tonight. Zach wonders how the committee will evaluate teams going to their respective conference championships.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.05.24 Nov 05, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the Broncos big divisional matchup vs the Chiefs this upcoming Sunday. Is the expectation for Broncos Country to win the Super Bowl still? What would a win or loss mean for the Broncos playoff chances? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss Bo Nix’s performance in Baltimore, the style of matchup between the Chiefs and Broncos, and the Broncos trade deadline moves. The College Football Playoff Committee released their first rankings of the season, where did Colorado land on the rankings? Does CU have a path to make the CFP? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to breakdown CU’s ranking and the College Football Playoff in a larger picture. We wrap up the show with Will’s thoughts on the Gabriel Landeskog “setback” and if we will see Landy in an Avs sweater again.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 11.04.24 Nov 04, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys breakdown the Broncos crushing loss in Baltimore yesterday. The guys reevaluate where the Broncos are at in their rebuild. Should the Broncos still be buyers at the trade deadline? Zach and Phil take a look at the Broncos season from a bird’s eye view and explain why they are still encouraged by the team to this point in the season. Was the Broncos loss a one-off vs a great team in Baltimore or did the Broncos show us who they truly are? Phil explains why the Broncos talent level was exposed compared to the best teams in the league. Will the Broncos be a better defensive matchup for the Chiefs offense over the Ravens?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.04.24 Nov 04, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos loss form yesterday. Phil explains why Bo Nix was not the reason the Broncos lost and it’s on the Broncos to get him more help. Which play stuck out to the guys from Bo Nix and the Broncos offense? Today’s “Three Count” includes the Colorado State Rams running the table in the Mountain West and potentially playing in the MW championship game, two up and coming Rockies receiving Gold Glove awards, and Michael Thomas ripping his former teammate, Derek Carr. The Broncos picked up a 6^th round pick for Baron Browning today, do the guys like this move from the Broncos? What message does moving on from Browning, send to the Broncos locker room? The Broncos also secured Jonothan Cooper to a longer deal to keep him in Denver, how do Phil and Zach feel about the move?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.04.24 Nov 04, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the Nuggets weekend. The guys give Christian Braun his flowers for how well he has been playing this season in a starting role. Although Jamal Murray went down with a concussion, the guys explain why they were not impressed with Murray’s performance. Is the bench still a concern for the Nuggets? What do the guys make of Jokic’s higher quantity of three point attempts this season? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Broncos blowout loss yesterday. The Colorado Buffaloes were on a bye week, but they were still in the headlines this weekend. How do the guys feel about Travis Hunter appearing on both ESPN’s College Gameday and Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff promoting himself for the Heisman trophy? Zach and Phil grade Bo Nix in his 9^th career NFL game. What were the positives from Bo vs the Ravens? Does Bo need more help on offense?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.04.24 Nov 04, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue to breakdown the Broncos blowout loss in Baltimore yesterday. Was Sunday a bad matchup for the Broncos or exposing the Broncos for who they really are? Zach revisits a hypothetical he offered Phil, last week, would Phil take a guaranteed 1-2 record over the Baltimore, Kansas City, and Atlanta games. Why was the running game so ineffective in Baltimore? Phil dissects the usage by each Broncos running back. We have an update about Gabe Landeskog and the guys don’t think it’s a good update. Zach explains why he has changed his mind set on Gabe and why he’s not expecting him to return in 2024. We wrap up the show with who the guys are rooting for in tonight’s Monday Night Football game and what we learned in Denver sports. Should Broncos Country want to face an undefeated Chiefs team instead of a Chiefs team coming off a loss?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.01.24 Nov 01, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to the massive ESPN article dropped today about the Nuggets and the drama between the front office and coaching staff. What are the guys main takeaways from the story? Zach points out why an MPJ quote was particularly concerning. We move on to the Broncos big game this upcoming weekend. The Broncos lead the NFL in fumbles, we hear from Courtland Sutton and Sean Payton on the issue. Will this come back to bite the Broncos versus a higher quality opponent? Zach and Phil look into the history between the Broncos and Ravens. Phil shares a story about going up against Terell Suggs and the Ravens defense. What challenge is the Broncos defense in for trying to stop Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry? How real is the Broncos defense? Zach shares the numbers on how impactful the Broncos sacks have been this season.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.01.24 Nov 01, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the massive article detailing the shrinking Nuggets championship window. Zach reads the most important quotes from the story. Phil questions where the sense of urgency has been from the Nuggets this season. How big of a disconnect is there between the Nuggets front office and the coaching staff. Is there growing resentment for Jamal Murray after giving him a massive extension? How do other executives around the NBA feel about the position Michael Malone has been put in? Today’s “Three Count” features the Colorado State Rams on the cusp of competing for a Mountain West championship, the Dodgers celebrating their World Series title with a parade today, and review of “the year of chalk” when it comes to champions in sports. Phil walks us through his story when he got ejected from a game in Baltimore.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.01.24 Nov 01, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil look into the Broncos fumbling problem. We hear from Courtland Sutton and Sean Payton on this issue and how fumbles will be not acceptable as their level of competition steps up. DenverSports.com’s James Merilatt joins the show to discuss the ESPN article detailing the “shrinking prime” of Jokic. James makes the case why Michael Malone will be used as the scapegoat if things go poorly in Denver this season. Has Nuggets ownership been cheap during the prime of the Jokic era? How bad of a distraction will this article be for the Nuggets moving forward? What will the Broncos do at the NFL trade deadline? Zach predicts they will not make a move, buying or selling. ESPN’s Romana Shelburne joins the show to breakdown her article on the Nuggets shrinking window and disconnect in the franchise. How likely is it that the Nuggets will have to “blow up” the team if they aren’t successful this season? Will Jokic become frustrated with how things are shaping up for the Nuggets? Is there growing frustration for Jamal Murray within the organization?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.01.24 Nov 01, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the Broncos and Ravens game this upcoming weekend. What does the recent history tell us about when the Broncos play at Baltimore? How will the Ravens tough run-defense matchup with the Broncos struggling ability to run the ball? The Broncos defense has been great to start the year, will this trend continue vs a lethal offense? Former Bronco and Super Bowl champion, Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss how to defend Lamar Jackson, how well Bo Nix has been playing, and if the Broncos should make a move at the trade deadline. Is there a running back the Broncos could bring in? Is there room to trade away a Broncos pass rusher? Can the Broncos make Lamar Jackson, one dimensional this Sunday? Trivia returns as the guys compete against the morning show. How do we fare compared to last week when we went 1-3? We wrap up the show with Zach and Phil’s predictions for the weekend in Denver sports. Will the Broncos be able to go into Baltimore and secure a win?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.31.24 Oct 31, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys reminisce on their past Halloween costumes and stories. Zach shares about his non-traditional Halloweens growing up. We pivot to the Broncos game this weekend. Are the Broncos catching another “green light” in a Lamar Jackson injury? Dover claims this is the Broncos biggest game in 6 years. Zach sets the record straight and explains why the Ravens defense might not be as bad as advertised. Where would Bo Nix rank among the QB’s the Ravens defense has faced? What is the trust level for the guys in Troy Franklin? Do the Avalanche have an NHL-worthy starting goalie? Why did the Avs start their third different goal tender of the year, last night? Will this era of Avalanche hockey be remembered as a missed opportunity due to the volatility of the many goaltenders?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.31.24 Oct 31, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Bo Nix receiving NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month. The guys breakdown why Bo was worthy of this award over Jayden Daniels. With the Broncos at the midway point of the season, Zach and Phil hand out their grades for the Broncos. What grade would you give Bo Nix, the offense, the defense, Sean Payton, and the special teams? Today’s “Three Count” includes beef between JJ Watt and Aaron Rodgers, the Dodgers coming back to win the World Series over the Yankees, and a new “The Match”. Zach and Phil look back at a feud between the Broncos and Ravens over John Harbaugh running the ball late in a blowout.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.31.24 Oct 31, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the Broncos and Ravens game this weekend. Is this Bo Nix’s biggest game of his career? We hear from Bo and his thoughts on a “measuring stick game” vs the Ravens. Do the Broncos have the advantage over the Ravens in 2 of the 3 phases of the game? Zach sets the record straight on the Ravens defense and the tough road they have faced to this point. Are we underestimating the Ravens defense which is ranked last in passing? How much can the Broncos rely on Troy Franklin on Sunday? 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss Lamar Jackson missing two days of practice, if the Broncos will be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline, and the Broncos defensive scheme for Lamar Jackson.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.31.24 Oct 31, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Bo Nix receiving the NFC Rookie of the Month award. How big of a deal is this for Bo Nix, winning this award over other deserving rookies like Jayden Daniels. Phil congratulates the whole Broncos team because they are keeping Nix afloat during his rookie year. With the Broncos hitting the halfway point of the season, Zach and Phil hand out grades for Bo Nix, Sean Payton, the Broncos offense, defense and special teams. We hear from Avalanche coach, Jared Bednar and his brutally honest thoughts on the Avs goal tender situation. When will the Avs narrow their goalie competition to a starter and backup? We wrap up the show with what Zach and Phil learned in Denver sports today, the guys history with Halloween, and their candy preferences.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.30.24 Oct 30, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys joke about the Mookie Betts and Yankees fan situation. Zach asks Dover to give Peyton Watson time to figure it out. How much of a concern is it that the Nuggets needed overtime to beat two bad teams? Zach and Phil rank the Broncos next 3 games based on how difficult they will be. The guys point out the different challenges each team and each quarterback bring to the Broncos. The Nuggets got their second overtime win in two nights. Although it took overtime, Jokic reminds everyone that he is the best player in the world. How is the Russell Westbrook experience going in Denver? Is Zach alright with Russell Westbrook shooting some three pointers? Zach compares the growth of Christian Braun to the growth of Bo Nix this season. We have a new development in the Avalanche goaltender situation as the Avs will start a third different goal tonight. The guys question why the Avalanche are experimenting and rotating their goaltender so much.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.30.24 Oct 30, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the next three games of the season for the Denver Broncos. Zach asks if Phil would take a guaranteed 1-2 record over the Broncos next 3 games. We hear from Broncos Country and the text line on the hypothetical. Phil explains why he would roll the dice and risk trying to win 2 of the 3 games or go a perfect 3-0. With the Broncos heading into the midway point of the season, we revisit a conversation from before the season. Will the Broncos break through with a 1,000-yard runner, 1,000-yard receiver, 4,000-yard passer or a double-digit sacker? We reevaluate which Broncos are most likely to accomplish these feats. Today’s “Three Count” includes the Yankee fan that interfered and grabbed Mookie Betts and the Colorado football team getting a goodie bag from Lebron James. Phil walks us through what an NFL locker room is like around the trade deadline and shares a story about his experience around that time.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.30.24 Oct 30, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Travis Hunter jumping up the Heisman odds. What does Hunter have to do to secure the Heisman trophy? Phil lets us know. The guys rank the difficulty of the Broncos next 3 games. The Avalanche are starting a new goal tender tonight, which will be there third starter of the season. Are the Avs experimenting with all their options or in panic mode to find their answer in net? The Nuggets get their second win of the season, in an overtime effort over the Nets. We saw Russell Westbrook’s best game in a Nuggets jersey, is this a sign of things to come or just the up and down nature of Westbrook? How impressed were the guys with Jokic on the second night of a back-to-back?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.30.24 Oct 30, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach asks if Phil and Broncos Country would take a guaranteed 1-2 record over their next 3 games. Phil gets fired up and says why he’s rolling the dice on the Broncos next three games. We revisit a conversation from before the season. Will the Broncos break through with a 1,000-yard runner, 1,000-yard receiver, 4,000-yard passer or a double-digit sacker? We reevaluate which Broncos are most likely to accomplish these feats. DenverSports.com’s Broncos senior writer, Andrew Mason joins the show to discuss the Broncos potential moves at the trade deadline, how Bo Nix will fare against a better defense in Baltimore, and grading Bo Nix at the “halfway” mark of the season. We wrap up the show with an update on the Altitude TV dilemma and a representative of theirs apologizing for the mishap for last night’s Nuggets game. What did Zach and Phil learn in Denver sports today?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.29.24 Oct 29, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to the Nuggets overtime win in Toronto, last night. Do the Nuggets have a lack of urgency? How do the Nuggets look tired only three games into the season? Zach explains why he’s discouraged by the Nuggets start to the season. Zach and Phil react to audio from Stokley on the morning show. Should Jaleel McLaughlin be the Broncos starting running back? Stokley claims that McLaughlin reminds him of Phillip Lindsay, do the guys agree? Travis Hunter has found himself back in the Heisman conversation after falling the previous two weeks. We hear from Shedeur Sanders and who he is rooting to win the Heisman. Does Shedeur still have an opportunity to get his own name into the Heisman conversation? The Nuggets finally gained their first win of the season, did it look the way Zach and Phil were hoping it was going to? Zach shares his concerns about Jamal Murray being back on the injury report and not being able to create separation on the floor.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.29.24 Oct 29, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a wider look at the Broncos season ant their playoff hopes. What would a win or loss vs the Ravens, next week do to the Broncos playoff possibilities? Would you take a guaranteed 9-8 season from the Broncos or are you willing to risk going for more wins and potentially more losses? We hear from Broncos HC, Sean Payton and his expectations for the Broncos. Today’s “Three Count” includes three different national outlets and their power rankings of the Broncos, an update on the World Series and the Dodgers 3-0 lead, and the ratings for CU and college football across the country. How do the guys feel about Russell Wilson’s success in Pittsburgh? Why could Sean Payton not get this version of Russ while he was in Denver? Is Wilson’s success legitimate or taking advantage of bad competition? Could we see a Broncos and Steelers game in the playoffs?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.29.24 Oct 29, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Avalanche loss on the second night of a back-to-back. After a mediocre performance from Georgiev, how long will the Avs goalie controversy linger into the season? Phil breaks down what he saw from the Broncos running backs this past weekend. We hear from Brandon Stokley and his thoughts on Jaleel McLaughlin. Should Jaleel be the Broncos starting running back? Is it easier for the Broncos offensive line to block for a quicker back like McLaughlin? Travis Hunter has put himself back in the Heisman conversation after missing a bulk of the snaps the previous two weeks. Who is Hunter’s biggest competition for the award? Shedeur Sanders has made a late push for the Heisman trophy, does Shedeur still have an opportunity to be a Heisman finalist? Although the Nuggets finally got in the win column, Zach shares why he is still worried about the way this Nuggets team has looked this season. We hear from Nuggets coach, Michael Malone and his thoughts from the Nuggets hard fought win in Toronto.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.29.24 Oct 29, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil acknowledge the Broncos over performing to this point in the season and look ahead to the Broncos playoff chances. Are the Broncos in a tougher spot with the Ravens coming off a loss? How does a win or loss in Baltimore affect the Broncos playoff projections? Zach shares the early results from his poll question, would Broncos Country take a guaranteed 9-8 season or roll the dice to go for the playoffs or a potential losing season? Zach and Phil debate which side they would take, and we read some texts from the text line. DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the Nuggets continuing to be blacked out on different formats of cable and the Broncos not being involved in the Dionte Johnson trade today. Zach shares his theory that the Broncos never had a chance to be in on the Dionte Johnson trade and a beef between the Panthers and Sean Payton. We wrap up the show with Russell Wilson’s success in Pittsburgh. Could we see a Broncos and Steelers matchup in the playoffs?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.28.24 Oct 28, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss how great a day of it is for the Broncos and Buffs. Did we see everything we were looking for from Bo Nix? Should the Broncos make a trade at the deadline or even this week to get ahead of the rest of the league? How much stock do the guys put into Bo Nix beating up on a bad team? The Nuggets have found themselves in an uncomfortable position heading into game three of the season and still winless. What has gone wrong for the Nuggets to start the season? Are these fixable things or just who the Nuggets are this season? Just how bad has the Russell Westbrook experiment been for the Nuggets so far? The Buffs have become Bowl eligible after they racked up another win this past Saturday. Zach speaks to all the good things Coach Prime and the Buffs are doing on the field including running the ball, special teams, and competent gameday management. What is the ceiling for this Colorado team?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.28.24 Oct 28, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos dominant win on Sunday over the Panthers. What do the guys make of Bo Nix’s “best game” so far? Is Nix growing by taking more calculated risks? What were the few criticisms Zach had for Nix? Today’s “Three Count” includes a breakout day for tight ends on National Tight Ends Day, Russell Wilson second game with Pittsburgh on MNF tonight, and the Avalanche bouncing back to be above .500. While the Broncos might be buyers at the trade deadline, could they still be sellers as well? Zach shares a report that Baron Browning and Jonathon Cooper could gain interest from teams around the NFL. Do the Broncos have enough depth on defense to stay in the playoff hunt and still gain draft assets?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.28.24 Oct 28, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to audio from Sean Payton’s postgame press conference. Why did Payton seem irritated after a blowout win for the Broncos? What do the guys make of Sean getting into it with Courtland Sutton, after Sutton’s late fumble with a big lead? Phil explains why he wasn’t a fan of the Broncos using trick plays to run up the score on the Panthers. The Colorado Buffaloes are nationally ranked and clinched a bowl appearance with their win on Saturday. Can the Buffs still reach the Big 12 championship? Is it time to be concerned about the Nuggets this season? Is Coach Malone bringing up KCP’s name in press conference a red flag? Zach shares why he doesn’t like the spirit and hunger he’s seeing from the Nuggets players so far this season. Will this Nuggets’ road trip, galvanize the team?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.28.24 Oct 28, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown Bo Nix and the Broncos offense from Sunday’s win over Carolina. Is the game finally slowing down for Bo Nix? Even with Bo Nix’s best game of the season, was there room for growth and more help from his receivers? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the Broncos mump in tight end production, if the Broncos “ran up” the score on Sunday, and the big test for the Broncos defense vs the Ravens next week. Can Shedeur Sanders get himself into the Heisman conversation? We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the Buffs win, Wester’s new jersey, and more. We wrap up the show with both Zach and Phil handing out their “game balls” to a Buff and Bronco after their big wins over the weekend.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.25.24 Oct 25, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil and Will Petersen. The guys react to last night’s season opener for the Nuggets. While it is only one game the guys voice their concerns for themes they saw from the Nuggets. How was game one of the “Russell Westbrook experience”? Is it a concern the Nuggets are already in need of shooting to compliment Jokic better? Zach compares the current OKC Thunder team to what the Nuggets looked like 2-3 seasons ago. The guys breakdown Audric Estime’s fumbling problem and how the Broncos are treating him with tough love. We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on Cincinnati and an update on Travis Hunter. Will CU be up for the challenge of the Bearcats and their overachieving season? Can Travis Hunter get back in the Heisman conversation if he can remain healthy?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.25.24 Oct 25, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Nuggets season opening loss, last night. How disappointed were the guys in Jamal Murray’s performance? Zach walks us through the Russell Westbrook experience. Is Westbrook already shooting too many threes? How can the Nuggets get the most out of Russell Westbrook this season? What do the guys make of Jamal Murray playing minutes with the bench and Russell Westbrook? Today’s “Three Count” includes Sean Payton’s complicated play calls from a former QB’s point of view, a World Series preview, and Tua returning to football this weekend. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss any new information on the Josh Reynolds shooting situation, Bo Nix’s opportunity to have a breakout game, and if the Broncos will go for style points this Sunday.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.25.24 Oct 25, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss the Broncos game this upcoming Sunday. Do the guys believe the Broncos should blowout their opponent in the Panthers? Zach fills us in on just how bad the Panthers defense has been this season. How can the Broncos get their tight ends more involved? Zach asks which is more likely for the Broncos this Sunday, a 100-yard rusher or a 100-yard receiver? The Avalanche have done something that hasn’t been done in the NHL since the 1940’s. Are the Avs back on track after their slow start? Do we have full trust in Annunen in the net after replacing Georgie last week? We hear from Coach Prime on what he tells recruits and what he thinks of Cincinnati. Will we see Coach Prime back in Boulder after his “sons” move on after this season?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.25.24 Oct 25, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Nuggets home loss to start the 2024-2025 season. What were the major concerns for the guys? Is Jokic the reason the Nuggets decided to bring in Russell Westbrook? Former Bronco and Super Bowl Champion, Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss the Josh Reynolds situation, going into a game where you are heavily favored, and what the identity of this Broncos offense is. Will Vance Joseph be in the running for a head coaching job during the offseason? Chris shares his prediction for the Broncos and Panthers this weekend. We play trivia as a team from questions given to us from the morning show. Can we beat the morning show? We wrap up the show with Zach and Phil’s predictions for the Buffs and Broncos this weekend. Can both team continue to stay in the mix at a national level?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.24.24 Oct 24, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss their concerns about the Nuggets bench and their reasonable expectations for non-Jokic minutes. Will the Nuggets be as hungry of a team as they were in 2023? DenverSports.com and new host of the Mile High Hoops podcast, Jake Shapiro joins the show to preview the Nuggets season. How do the guys rate the Nuggets offseason moves? Can the Nuggets make up for the loss of KCP in aggregate between Christian Braun and Michale Porter Jr.? Zach, Phil and Jake debate what the Nuggets will need from Jamal Murray this season? Is a poor regular season worth having a fully healthy team come playoff time? Is it fair to ask Jokic to carry the Nuggets to a high seed during the regular while Murray gets to coast till the playoffs? We have breaking news for the Denver Broncos, wide receiver, Josh Reynolds was involved in a shooting, last week. Zach reads from the reporting from 9News and shares all the details from the incident.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.24.24 Oct 24, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue to react to the breaking news of a shooting involving Josh Reynolds. Zach shares all the details we have to this point. 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis, joins the show to share his insight of the Josh Reynolds situation. We shift gears to Nuggets as they get ready to tip off their season tonight vs the Thunder. DenverSports.com’s Jake Shapiro speaks to the Thunder’s depth and what challenges OKC brings to the Nuggets. How will the Nuggets and Jamal Murray in particular fare with the NBA’s adjustments to the rules with how physical defense can be? Jake gives us his birds eye view of the Nuggets season and his outlook for the whole NBA.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.24.24 Oct 24, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the breaking news of Josh Reynolds being involved with a shooting in Denver this past week. Zach shares the details of the shooting and all the updates that are public. We move onto the Nuggets as they kick off their season tonight. Who on the Nuggets will the biggest “x-factor” this season? Can Christian Braun step into KCP’s role and bring 3-point shooting and a defensive intensity? Zach and Phil breakdown the breaking news of the day, as Broncos wide receiver was involved in a shooting a week ago. Reynolds is reportedly ok after the incident and Zach shares from the reporting from 9News.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.24.24 Oct 24, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil do a full preview of the Nuggets and Thunder game tonight. Is Michael Malone on the “hot seat” heading into this season? What ending to the season would result in the firing of Malone? The guys give MPJ his flowers for the accountability he took this off season and the maturity they see in him coming into this season. What is the floor and ceiling for this years edition of the Denver Nuggets? Zach and Phil agree on the Nugget’s ceiling being a championship but don’t see eye to eye on the floor of the team. Will the Nuggets take a different approach to the regular season this season? Which player is Phil most interested to see in tonight’s matchup? We wrap up the show with the guys predictions for Nuggets season opener.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.23.24 Oct 23, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Phil and John Davis cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss if the Broncos will blowout the Panther this upcoming Sunday or are we overlooking Carolina? Dover shares why he is out on the Broncos trading for Cooper Kupp. Phil and John continue their conversation on Kupp, should the Broncos consider bringing in Cooper Kupp? Would Kupp be able to succeed with a rookie quarterback? The guys react to the news that Andy Dalton will not be able to start for the Panthers after his car accident. How does facing Bryce Young change the challenge for the Broncos? Will Sunday be a “stat padding” day for the Broncos defense? Will the Colorado Buffaloes get ranked if they can beat Cincinnati this upcoming weekend? John and Phil speak to the positives of CU and how they are building throughout the season. Should Colorado win-out the rest of their season?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.23.24 Oct 23, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Phil and John Davis breakdown Bo Nix’s growth this season. What do the guys want to see from Bo to show growth? Will Bo be able to clean up his footwork problems we’ve seen to this point in the season? How sustainable is Bo Nix’s running game and why John sees it differently than when Tim Tebow relied on his legs. Has Sean Payton put the Broncos offense in a good enough position to be successful? The Avalanche have bounced back after an 0-4 start to win 3 games in a row. Do we have a controversy for the Avs starting goalie position? The guys debate if the Broncos should be buyers at the trade deadline. John advocates to ride with the young talent on the Broncos roster over trying to bring in veterans. Would trading for Cooper Kupp send a message to the Broncos locker room that they are in it to win this season?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.23.24 Oct 23, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Phil and John Davis examine the remaining schedule for the Colorado Buffaloes. Has Coach Prime “shut up” the haters with what he’s doing on the field and coaching a good football team? Could the Buffs win out going 10-2, and still miss out on the college football playoffs? Could the attention that Coach Prime brings help the Buffs get into the playoffs as a tie breaker? Do we have a goalie controversy building for the Colorado Avalanche? Will the backup goal tender feel more pressure if he was propelled into the starting role? How will the Broncos defense fare vs a struggling and previously benched QB in Bryce Young? John makes the case that the Broncos have not earned the right to be expected to win big in any NFL game.

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.23.24 Oct 23, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Phil and John Davis have a heated debate over whether college football or the NFL is better. John makes the case for the NFL and the quarterback play while Phil is on the side of college football. Does the College Football allow the best team to win the championship? Are NFL defenses too good and make the lack of scoring, boring? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss Will’s time in Pittsburgh for the Steelers and Jets game. Will gives his thoughts on the college football vs NFL debate. Have the Avalanche officially made a change at goaltender? What’s the latest on Val Nichushkin’s situation with the NHL and when could he be back in an Avs sweater? Is Broncos Country overlooking the Panthers? Should we expect another blowout in favor of the Broncos?

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.22.24 Oct 22, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the outlook for the season now that Aaron Gordon and the Nuggets have agreed to a contract extension. Is the Nuggets best still good enough to win a championship? What other teams in the NBA are the biggest threats to the Nuggets? Zach and Phil breakdown Gordon’s new deal and give him his flowers for taking a small discount to stay in Denver and have the opportunity to win another championship. Is Zach concerned about Aaron Gordon’s age by the end of his contract with the Nuggets? We look at the updated odds for the Heisman trophy, is Travis Hunter still in the mix despite missing parts of the last two games? We hear from current Heisman favorite, Ashton Jeanty and his thoughts on himself and Travis Hunter. Zach responds to the morning show and their disappointment in Michael Porter Jr.

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.22.24 Oct 22, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if style points should matter in the Broncos game vs the Panthers. Are the Broncos overlooking Carolina in their upcoming game? Phil warns Broncos Country that any team in the NFL can win on any given day and cites examples of when he’s beat teams when they were massive underdogs. Can the Broncos finally have a great game at home? Should the Broncos be interested in trading for Cooper Kupp? Is Kupp on the Broncos timeline and would he help Bo Nix’s growth? Today’s “Three Count” includes a potential Courtland Sutton trade, Lebron and Bronny James taking the court together in an NBA game, and Tua wanting to play football again. Who will be a hotter head coaching candidate at the end of the football season, Vance Joseph or Robert Livingston? Which defensive unit has been more impressive, the Broncos or Buffs?

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.22.24 Oct 22, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the Nuggets and Aaron Gordon’s contract extension. The guys love the extension and believe it keeps the Nuggets championship window open for the next 4 years. How will Gordon age into this new extension and is Zach worried about Gordon losing his athleticism by the end of the deal? Between Aaron Gordon and Jamal Murray both receiving contract extensions, which deal has the opportunity to age more poorly by the end of the contracts? We have breaking news of Panthers QB, Andy Dalton being involved in a car accident. The reports are that Dalton is ok and is expected to play, but did the game just become more of a “must win” if the Panthers have to play Bryce Young? We have projections for the Colorado Buffaloes and their bowl game. Are the guys happy with the Buffs projected Bowl or looking for more? Are we in store for Michael Porter Jr.’s best season of his career?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.22.24 Oct 22, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil preview the Broncos “most winnable game” on their schedule this season. Is Sunday a “must-win” for the Broncos? Phil warns Broncos Country about assuming a win and how teams can’t show up unprepared to a game and expect to win. How does Bo Nix compare to Drew Lock in his rookie season? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss which defensive coordinator in Colorado will have the best chance to become a head coach, between Vance Joseph or Robert Livingston. Will the Broncos route the Panthers this upcoming weekend or is Broncos Country overlooking Carolina? We wrap up the show with Zach making an announcement about the future of the Mile High Hoops podcast and tonight’s Avalanche game.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.21.24 Oct 21, 2024

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys preview the Nuggets season as the NBA season starts tomorrow. Will MPJ take a big step forward this season? Zach and Phil praise Coach Prime for CU’s beatdown in Tucson. Zach admits he was wrong about this Buffs team and how good they are on all 3 phases of the game. The Avalanche finally got in the win column after picking up two wins this weekend. Should Avs fans be at ease now? Val Nichushkin is back in Denver and the guys are wondering where Val is living and how he is being held accountable? Could we be seeing the final year of Aaron Gordon in a Denver Nuggets uniform? Zach shares the reports that the Nuggets are interested in paying Gordon a max contract of 4 years and 150 million dollars. Should the Nuggets be willing to pay a max contract to Gordon after just giving Murray a max extension?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.21.24 Oct 21, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil review the Broncos running game from Thursday Night Football. What should the Broncos do with Audric Estime after he fumbled again and now has 2 fumbles on only 9 total carries? Phil shares his thought process about caring for the football and avoiding fumbles. Will Audric Estime get an opportunity to run the football this upcoming week against Carolina? Has Javonte Williams become a “bell cow” running back after receiving the bulk of the carries for the Broncos? The guys debate about what the share of carries should be for the Broncos running back going forward. Today’s “Three Count” includes the Broncos, CU and CSU’s football teams all being above .500, the biggest takeaways from the weekend in the NFL, and a World Series preview. We finish up the hour with a look back at the wild weekend in College Football and the ratings from the top games.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.21.24 Oct 21, 2024

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to CU and Coach Prime’s dominant win in Tucson over Arizona. We hear from Paul Finebaum and Coach Prime. Do the Buffs still have an opportunity to make the college football playoff? What are Shedeur Sanders’ best qualities that will make him a first round QB in the draft? Zach gives Prime his credit for showing love to the backups for Colorado. How do the guys feel about Russell Wilson’s success in Pittsburgh last night? Will it be a bad look if Russell Wilson is able to have success and win in the playoffs with the Steelers? Does Bo Nix give the Broncos a better chance to win than Russell Wilson? Should Wilson have been held to a higher standard with his high paying contract?

The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.21.24 Oct 21, 2024

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on Bo Nix and his evolution. Has Bo taken a step forward from last week to this week? Will Bo Nix grow into being a reason the Broncos are winning game instead of the Broncos winning in spite of Bo? Veteran NFL reporter, James Palmer joins the show to discuss the evolution of Bo Nix, if the Broncos defense is sustainable, and how the Broncos will fare vs greater opponents in Baltimore, Kansas City, and Atlanta. What is the identity of the Broncos offense? Should Broncos Country be thinking about the playoffs? Could we be seeing the final year of Aaron Gordon in Denver? Zach shares the reports that the Nuggets are not willing to pay Gordon 150 million dollars in an extension. Should the Nuggets be willing to pony up for Gordon and keep this Nuggets championship window open? Denver Sports’s Mike Rice joins the show for the last segment where we wrap up with Bo Nix’s growth this season.

The Drive | Hour 1 | 10.18.24 Oct 18, 2024

How 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys react to the dominant Broncos win in New Orleans. When was the last time the Broncos had a blowout win on the road? Phil discusses how embarrassing it was when he was the Broncos QB, and you know nothing on offense is going to work and relates it to how the Saints feel today. Zach and Phil breakdown Bo Nix’s performance. Will Nix be able to improve on his accuracy and have better footwork going forward? Phil asks if Bo Nix took a step forward or backward in last night’s game. How great has the Broncos defense been this season and particularly, last night, Zach fills us in. Will Vance Joseph get another shot at being a head coach in the NFL after doing a very successful job here in Denver?

The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.18.24 Oct 18, 2024

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil give the Broncos running game their credit after running for 225 yards in last night’s route over the Saints. How rare was the Broncos TNF blowout? How long has it been since the Broncos put up the rushing yards they did last night? Does a young Bo Nix already have a “little prick” in him? Did Bo Nix take a step forward, backward or laterally? Today’s “Three Count” includes the Broncos historic rushing yards in last night’s game, the Colorado Avalanche’s season hanging in the balance tonight, and a review of the Nuggets preseason. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Bo Nix’s night and how he dealt with the distractions of playing in New Orleans again. Do Sean Payton and New Orleans have bad blood with how Payton left the Saints?

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