Troy Renck joins the show! NFL's salary cap to increase more than expected; what does that mean for the Broncos? Who should the Broncos keep an eye on as potential veteran cuts loom? How does Sean Payton approach the Scouting Combine? Also, Shawn and Nate on the Nuggets extending their win streak to 9 games prior to showdown with LeBron, Luka, and the Lakers on Saturday night. Colorado Preps update with Dan Mohrmann and Volo Athlete of the Week.

Shawn and Nate preview the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off Championship between USA and Canada. Colorado Avalanche's MacKinnon, Makar, and Toews all big contributors for team Canada. Zach Mikash on the Nuggets standing pat at the trade deadline, true NBA title contenders, and Denver's bench allowing for a healthy and rested Denver starting 5 to roll into the playoffs.

Nuggets hottest team in the NBA (8 straight wins) entering All-Star break. Broncos select Heisman finalist Ashton Jeanty in latest ESPN mock draft (Field Yates). Travis Hunter to attend combine as a DB. Avalanche stars debut in 4 Nations Face-Off tournament and USA gets statement win over Finland. Colorado Preps update form State Wrestling Tournament with Dan Mohrmann. And our first VOLO Athlete of the Week!

Jamal Murray hangs career high 55 points on Blazers, and Nikola Jokić records another triple-double. Michael Malone knows Denver has to be more consistent on defense. Jokić-Murray 2-man game is still the best in the NBA. Veteran WRs on the trade market not a fit for Denver. Sean Payton's offense and young Broncos WRs already developing in the right direction.

Denver makes no moves at the trade deadline. Is the Nuggets' bench improvement for real? Denver has an offensive advantage over almost every team in the league because of Jokić. Christian Braun is a winner. How will Malone set his rotations when Nuggets are healthy? Rest of the league got better this year and Denver at best stayed the same. Luka trade still baffling. OKC in a class of their own in the West. KD embodies the player empowerment era. Thunder with Russ & Harden & Durant. NBA All-Star Game this weekend.

Nuggets dominate Blazers. Denver's depth helps in the regular season but will it be as impactful in the playoffs? Broncos expected to return to the playoffs next season according to oddsmakers. Troy Renck on SB LIX, and Patrick Mahomes playing poorly in the big game for the second time in his career. Broncos run game remains a concern. Necessary additions and FAs to bring back.

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles beat up on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Philly's defense held down KC's offense without blitzing, and were able to have success on offense without a big day from Saquon Barkley.

Aniello Piro and Shawn Drotar preview the big game as we wrap up our week in New Orleans! 3x SB Champ Ed McCaffrey, 2x Pro Bowl TE Kyle Rudolph, and FanDuel Executive VP of Marketing Andrew Sneyd join the show. Ed McCaffrey reminisces about being a willing blocker for the Broncos with Rod Smith, losing a Super Bowl before winning two in a row, and how the Broncos have built for long-term success because winning starts at the top. Also, he talks about his Super Bowl keys to the game and developing new food products. Kyle Rudolph on the College Football Playoff and transfer portal following a semifinal appearance from his Notre Dame Fighting Irish. As the Broncos continue to search for a productive tight end, Shawn and Aniello ask him about how important the TE position has become in today's NFL. FanDuel EVP of Marketing Andrew Sneyd on the Kick of Destiny with the Mannings and Gronk and prop bets for the big game.

Shawn Drotar and Aniello Piro recap the week so far in New Orleans and react to MPJ's big night in the Nuggets' win over the Pelicans in Denver. Super Bowl Champion Head Coach Brian Billick, Lindsay Rhodes of SumerSports, and Troy Renck of the Denver Post join the show! Brian Billick discusses growing through adversity and the Broncos' defensive turnaround. Sean Payton and Bo Nix's relationship will set the tone for the Broncos in the coming years. And how do you stick to your core values as a coach while remaining flexible in scheme, mindset, and roster building. Lindsay Rhodes of SumerSports shares her insight on the increased use of data and analytics in football, including broadcasts. How has the emergence of Puka Nacua impacted the recent production of Cooper Kupp? Or is it the other way around? Sometimes the numbers don't match what we see on the field, for example some of Anthony Richardson's metrics. Troy Renck on SB LIX, Saquon Barkley closing in on Terrell Davis single-season rushing record, including playoffs. More on the Broncos' needs at tight end and running back.

Shawn Drotar, Aniello Piro, and Nate Lundy preview Super Bowl LIX and look to the NFL Draft in Day 2 of MHS Today from Media Row. Raheem Mostert tells the guys about his new sport-fishing team and his collaboration with Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses & GoDaddy. Also, the Dolphins RB talks about rooting for his teammates from past years who are now on the Broncos and playing for former Broncos ball boy Mike McDaniel. His advice to young RBs entering the league: catch the ball out of the backfield and find consistency amidst frequent changes in the NFL, both things with which he has plenty of experience. Mike Smith on the Chiefs' quest for the 1st ever 3-peat in Super Bowl history. The former Atlanta Falcons head coach also discusses how he would approach the possibility of Travis Hunter playing both ways in the NFL and the growing importance of skill at defensive back in today's NFL. Joey Porter Sr. and Shawn preview SB LIX and the Steelers legend draws on his own experience in the big game in predicting how each team might be impacted by the biggest stage in football. The CSU Ram great also talks about the Broncos' need for a productive tight end.