The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive talks about when would be the preferable time to play the T-Wolves. Should the Nuggets have played harder to secure the number one seed? | Todd McShay didn’t mince words about what Sean Payton did when drafting Bo Nix 12 overall. Zach and Phil breakdown why Sean decided to take this risk knowing the future of the Broncos QB position is on the line. | Rest vs Rust is the conversation that the Avs and Nuggets are having right now. The fellas go through who will benefit and who could be most affected by it. | Zach and Phil debate about which current Broncos Vet could be most impacted by the incoming rookie class.

Hour 2 of The Drive has another layer added to the Coach Prime debacle as Scott Van Pelt from ESPN jumped in on the conversation. Zach and Phil react to his comments and questions why Coach Prime is stooping this low. Phil wonders will Coach Prime respond to Van Pelt! Brian Howell of the Boulder Daily Camera joins The Drive. Brian attempts to make sense of why Coach Prime and CU is caught up in another social media brouhaha. Brian recaps the CU Spring Game and why the transfer portal has been so hot lately. Brian talks about the blue-chip pieces that are still left at CU. Can a team succeed without chemistry and culture? Brian talks about the new coaching staff for CU! | The Drive’s “Three Count” questions who else was as impactful as John Elway from Day 1! | Oregon OC Will Stein joins The Drive. Will talks about why Bo will show everyone that he’s the guy for Denver. Will and Phil discuss why OC’s play a huge part in a how a player gets scouted at the NFL level. Will calls out everyone who refuses to watch the tape of Bo Nix and his deep passes. What should Bo’s approach be heading into the season regarding the starting QB spot?

Hour 3 of The Drive reflects on what Oregon OC Will Stein had to say about the potential of Bo Nix starting for the Broncos in 2024. Zach and Phil breakdown what he didn’t say in his interview. If the competition is close, should Bo get the nod? | Connor Hellebuyck spoke about the Avs and how they interrupted the greatest season of his career. The guys discuss how the Avs can wear a goalie down with their style of play! | John Elway changed the legacy of Denver Sports 41 years ago today! Zach and Phil debate about what Elway’s legacy is and what it could’ve been had things been a little different as a GM. | Zach and Phil clarify their comments about John Elway. They also address why Sean chose Bo Nix knowing he wasn’t a projected 1 round pick.

Hour 4 of The Drive gets on Coach Prime for letting a small fire turn into a forest fire. Zach and Phil also respond to Scott Van Pelt’s comments. Our Denver Post Insider Troy Renck joins The Drive. Troy details his article on Prime and what all took place in Boulder this week. Troy also talks about why the Nuggets need to have their stuff together because Ant Man and the T-Wolves want all the smoke! Troy talks about how things changed when John Elway got to town. Does Peyton Manning hold the belt for greatest impact in Denver? | Connor Hellebuyck, goalie for the Winnipeg Jets, spoke out about how the Avs caused him trouble during their series. Zach and Phil debate about whether we should feel sorry for him or not. | The Drive’s Top Five has another non-sports night ahead!

Hour 1 of The Drive immediately celebrates how the Avs and Nuggets wrapped their series early. Is it time for the national perspective to change on Hellebuyck and Gorgie? | Zach and Phil continue to shout about the Avs turning things around even when the deck was stacked against them. Should the Avs have garnered more respect? | Coach Prime has found himself on the wrong end of another national story. The Athletic broke a story about a former Buff who wasn’t given the respect he deserved from Coach Prime. Zach and Phil try to filter through it. | The conversation about Coach Prime continues. The guys address the CU situation regarding Shedeur and his latest comments.

Hour 2 of The Drive discuss why Phillip Rivers was so high on Bo Nix during the Pre-Draft process. Zach and Phil discuss how much this may have affected Sean and his thoughts about Bo. Ryan Harris, Notre Dame Sideline Reporter, joins The Drive. Ryan talks about how much should be expected from Audric Estime and what his role could be with the Denver Broncos. Ryan breaks down why Audric will help the O-Line and Bo Nix take that next step this season. Ryan explains why he’s happy with this Broncos Draft! Can Bo Nix fill the shoes of the past so Denver can have future success? The conversation shifts to what life could look like if Zach Wilson starts Week 1 over Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham. | The Drive’s “Three Count” is worried about the Rockies attendance. | The numbers say it’s the Nuggets series to lose. Zach and Phil try to explain why you can never underestimate any opponent. Will the T-Wolves end up being the Nuggets greatest competition?

Hour 3 of The Drive gets into why Coach Bednar and Nathan MacKinnon knew the Avs were ready to turn things around this time around. Zach and Phil praise Gorgie for taking their lead. | Zach and Phil share funny stories about brotherly love! | Coach Prime keeps the water hot for himself after the latest comments that went viral on twitter today! Zach and Phil discuss the importance of winning for Coach Prime if he wants to overcome this. | Bill Riley, voice of the Utah Utes, joins The Drive. Bill details what Jonah Ellis brings to the Denver Broncos as a pass rusher. Bill explains where Jonah may need to improve in build to last in the NFL. Bill talks about what his Day 1 story could be months from now if he does what he did at Utah. Bill details why DeVaughn Vele is a close comp to Courtland Sutton.

Hour 4 of The Drive opens by asking the question; Who do you trust more: the Avs or Nuggets? Zach and Phil discuss where the rubber meets the road for each team. The Denver Nuggets have more dogs than the T-Wolves and Zach explains why. The RamosLaw.Com Textline makes Zach and Phil rethink their decisions regarding the Avs and Nuggets and their trust factor! Chris Broussard thinks Jamal Murray will be a HOFer if the Nuggets win another championship. Zach and Phil respond! | Bo Nix got high praise from Phillip Rivers! Does that give Bo Nix detractors more confidence now? The Drive argues about whether Phillip Rivers is a future HOFer! | The Drive’s Top Five talks about first round confetti!

Hour 1 of The Drive is glad the Nuggets finally put the Lakers away! The crossover ranks the most impactful Nuggets 1-3! | Zach and Phil discuss how Jamal Murray came through again vs the Lakers! Will this be the propeller to help the Nuggets get back on track? Also, the guys praise MPJ! | The Colorado Avalanche have a chance to do what the Nuggets just did and that's win their first round series in five games. The guys discuss how the Avs can get that done and it starts with Mikko Rantanen. Would the guys rather have Connor or Alex in net? | Audric Estime, newest RB for the Broncos, looks to be here to stay. Zach and Phil breakdown who could be on their way out if he stays.

Hour 2 of The Drive has some different reports about what to believe regarding where Courtland Sutton may go or if he’ll leave Denver at all! Zach and Phil aren’t sold on the idea that Courtland is safe and they explain why. The conversation shifts to what all of this means for Tim Patrick and Court as the veteran receivers on this team. Phil calls his shot on when Sutton might be traded. Who will make up the Broncos WR Room to start the regular season? | The Drive’s “Three Count” congratulates Chris Harris Jr. on officially retiring today! | The Denver Broncos are looking for more guys who can play right away and the Broncos last two drafts speak to that. Zach and Phil discuss how this philosophy could help the Broncos down the road.

Hour 3 of The Drive talks about where Jamal Murray is beginning to stack up All-Time after his performance to close out the Lakers series. Zach and Phil discuss how his physical toughness has played a part in this. | MPJ has dealt with a lot lately and now it’s all about can he sustain this! The guys breakdown why Porter is changing his own narrative right before our eyes. | Audric Estime looks to be the next be the next RB for the Denver Broncos. Who could that impact most come training camp? | Zach and Phil finally have the conversation about who deserves more love as their personal goalie: Helly or Gorgie?

Hour 4 of The Drive answers the bell that was rung about Courtland Sutton. There are some different reports about what to believe regarding where Courtland Sutton may go or if he’ll leave Denver at all! Zach and Phil aren’t sold on the idea that Courtland is safe, and they explain why. The conversation shifts to what all of this means for paying Courtland to remain with in Denver. | Jamal Murray’s legacy is growing day over day with his playoff moments stacking up! Does Jamal Murray deserve a statue? | The Drive’s Top Five argues about Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic statues; Also, can the Avs pull this one out?

Hour 4 of The Drive is all in on the Colorado Avalanche as they are looking to close out this series on Tuesday! Zach and Phil take time to discuss how the Avs found their mojo over the weekend. Should the Avs be prepared to go all in on Georgiev now that's he appears to be back? The conversation shifts to how the guys should've been better fans when it came to the Valerie Nichushkin Hat Trick during game 4! | Will Jamal Murray play tonight? Zach and Phil get you set for Nuggets vs Lakers Game 4. | The Drive's Top Five digs in with the Nuggets and who needs to step up!

Hour 1 of The Drive explains why they’re worried about the Nuggets right now. Zach goes through why Jamal’s health could cause harm to the Nuggets chances of repeating. | Zach and Phil detail the Broncos draft class! Should Bo Nix be anointed the starter in Week 1 or should everyone compete for their spot? | The Colorado Avalanche are one win away from getting to the second round of the NHL Playoffs. The guys go through why Alex the Great has risen to come play Goalie for the Avs. Can his play be sustained? | Zach and Phil continue to fill out why the Denver Nuggets need to overcome today’s woes because tomorrow’s problems are already waiting for them.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with a funny story from the DU Game on Friday! Zach and Phil get into how Zach verbally sparred with an ESPN Radio Host about Bo Nix and the Broncos potential success. Phil explains why Bo needs to take his current approach and continue to build on it. The conversation carries on by discussing why Zach Wilson was brought to Denver! | The Drive’s “Three Count” addresses the Keyshawn Johnson debacle! | Phil talks about where he was this time last year while watching the CU Spring game. Phil sifts through how this year opened his eyes to one thing when he was in Boulder this past weekend.

Hour 3 of The Drive talks about what the Broncos have in their grasp that will bring back 2018 vibes! Zach and Phil discuss why Jonah Ellis, new Broncos edge rusher, should be able to get going right away. | Jamal Murray hasn’t been himself but it’s time for him to dig deep. The fellas discuss why Jamal and Nuggets need to find their mojo immediately as the T-Wolves are waiting! | Zach goes on ESPN Radio Sunday and ends up defending Bo Nix. Phil goes off on guys who think they know everything! | Troy Franklin could become the guy in the WR room, but he has work to do first. Zach and Phil breakdown how this affects another WR for the Broncos.

Hour 1 of The Drive opens by celebrating that the Broncos got their Franchise QB! Zach questions whether Sean got his guy or whether George got his guy! | Zach and Phil continue the celebration for Bo Nix, the new Broncos QB! Will Bo be able to accomplish what Sean needs him to? | The guys take that questions and discuss the Broncos offense and how he fits into the equation! Also, will the Broncos continue to celebrate as hard as the media? | Zach and Phil continue questioning why Sean and George didn’t seem in sync about the Bo Nix pick!

Hour 2 of The Drive recaps how the Nuggets stole the Lakers heart last night in Game 3! Can AD, LeBron, or D-Lo put up enough of a fight to avoid being swept? Phil explains who will stop the Lakers from coming back to Denver. Our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis joins The Drive. Mike talks about the Broncos QB board and how Bo Nix landing in Denver fulfills a prophesy some people didn’t see coming. Mike also goes through why Bo and Sean have what it takes to work out. Mike explains how things played out with Penix, McCarthy, and Nix behind the scenes. Will Bo be in position to start or sit this upcoming season? Mike explains the acclimation process for Bo Nix this season. Mike teases that George Paton could be moving and shaking today! | The Drive’s “Three Count” continues to investigate whether Coach Prime is coming back to Boulder or not. | Zach and Phil detail the type of history Bo Nix was apart by being selected in this year’s NFL Draft!

Hour 3 of The Drive hears from Bo Nix as he spoke to the Denver media in person for the first time as the new Broncos QB! Zach is ready to throw Bo in the fire, but Phil says pump the breaks. | Phil continues to explain why you can’t always throw rookie QB in the fire. The guys go back in time to determine what his hit rate would be if he took over Week 1. | The Colorado Avalanche come home starting Saturday vs the Jets for Game 3! Zach and Phil breakdown what the Avs need to do to get off on the right foot after stealing a game in Game in Winnipeg. | Bo Nix, Sean Payton, and George Paton all had their unique answers as to how they got to this moment! The Drive brings you the latest sounds from the Broncos Headquarters!

Hour 4 of The Drive is joined by Denversports.com Draft Analyst Cecil Lammey! Cecil, Zach, and Phil discuss how Bo Nix can be set up for success from the jump under Sean Payton. Which players will benefit from Bo Nix the most? Phil stands up for the RB’s! Cecil goes off on those who continue to be short on Bo Nix! Cecil predicts what his ceiling could be when everything is cooking! | Cecil Lammey and the guys go over some of the other biggest headlines from the NFL Draft! | The Drive’s Top Five gets you set for Avs vs Jets and the NFL Draft!