Broncos and Bourbon

Tyler Polumbus joins Phil Milani on the show to talk about Bo Nix's development this season and why he's looking so confident now. Polumbus also talks about why Sean Payton should be in the running for Coach of the Year. Polumbus shares a Peyton Manning story and also says he thinks the Broncos should make the playoffs this season. Polumbus wraps up answering Phil's Phive and offering career advice.

The review this week is special for Thanksgiving, as Phil discusses Amaro Montenegro.

T.J. Ward joins Phil Milani on the show to talk about the recent No Fly Zone reunion and his thoughts on the Broncos 6-5 record ahead of facing the Las Vegas Raiders. Ward discusses the chances the Broncos will make the playoffs and also what he's seen from Bo Nix. Ward answers Phil's Phive and offers some stellar career advice. This week's bourbon review is of Maker's Mark.

Denver Post Sports Columnist Troy Renck joins Phil Milani to talk about why Bo Nix is now considered a franchise quarterback for the Denver Broncos. Renck talks about why teammates and coaches are drawn to Nix and also offers an interesting comp for Nix in Eagles QB Jalen Hurts. Renck also discusses why finishing the season with a winning record will go a long way in improving the Broncos' culture. Finally, Renck talks about Justin Simmons return to Denver, as the Falcons come to town this Sunday. Phil wraps up the show with some of his own thoughts and a bourbon review of Buffalo Trace.

Brandon Stokley joins Phil Milani to discuss the Broncos' mindset ahead of facing the Kansas City Chiefs. Stokley discusses what he's seen from Bo Nix and the Broncos offense and how Sean Payton is trusting the rookie quarterback. Stokley also talks about how Denver's young wide receivers are growing together. Stokley shares some Peyton Manning stories, including what it's like being on the Manningcast, before wrapping up the show with Phil's Phive and his career advice.

Aqib Talib joins Phil Milani this week to talk about the Broncos' 5-3 start, Bo Nix's confidence, Sean Payton's personality and how Pat Surtain II continues to impress.Talib also talks about Colorado Buffaloes star WR/DB Travis Hunter and if he thinks Hunter can play both offense and defense in the NFL. Talib also answers Phil's Phive and offers career advice.The bourbon review this week is Russell's Reserve 10 from Wild Turkey.

Mark Schlereth joins Phil Milani on Broncos and Bourbon this week to discuss Denver's 4-3 start and if the team can sustain this level of play and stay in the playoff picture. The FS1 host also discusses his film breakdown of Bo Nix and what the tape shows about his mechanics. Schlereth also talks about Sean Payton building a culture similar to Mike Shanahan's. The conversation wraps up some tremendous stories from Schlereth during #PhilsPhive and some outstanding career advice. This week's bourbon review is Basil Hayden from Jim Beam.

Parker Gabriel joins Phil Milani this week to break down the Denver Broncos 33-10 victory over the New Orleans Saints. The Denver Post beat reporter talks about what the win meant for Sean Payton, why we should see more running from Bo Nix and how the defense has been playing with confidence. Parker also discusses his favorite player growing up and offers some career advice. Phil wraps things up by ranking the bourbons he has reviewed so far this season.

Mike Klis joins Phil Milani this week to talk about how Sean Payton has changed the Denver Broncos' culture. Klis also discusses the development of Bo Nix and the offense. Klis looks back at the Broncos' 2023 head coaching search, as the team gets set to face Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers. Klis also talks about his new book, "The Elway Years: The Man Who Lifted the Denver Broncos to Prominence." Klis wraps up by answering #PhilsPhive and offering career advice for young journalists.

Ryan Harris joins Phil Milani this week to discuss the next steps in Bo Nix's growth, how the offensive line has played so well and why he thinks the defense's success is sustainable. Harris also talks about the rivalry with the Las Vegas Raiders and shares an awesome Peyton Manning story. Harris also recalls some of his favorite memories from his career, including a magical run against the New England Patriots.

Nate Jackson joins Phil Milani to talk about the first win of the season for Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos and how they can continue to improve this week against the New York Jets. Nate Jackson discusses how Sean Payton might have extra motivation this week facing former Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett. Nate Jackson also talks about why this game must be about more than the quarterback matchup of Bo Nix versus Aaron Rodgers.