The Drive

Zach and Phil kick off the show debating which NFL players are the best fit to represent Team USA in the Olympics when Flag Football debuts. Phil tries to convince Zach that he knows how to garden. The guys each list the Broncos player they’re most intrigued to see on the field during OTAs and Training Camp. Phil recalls his early years in the NFL meeting and playing alongside Demaryius Thomas, who will be inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame this season.

Zach and Phil kick lay out their most intriguing storylines for the Broncos this offseason. Will Bo Nix experience a sophomore slump? Can RJ Harvey be the face of the Broncos backfield? Will Alex Singleton and Drew Greenlaw be able to stay healthy? How much did Russell Westbrook’s newly-reported injury impact his play during the postseason? The guys reflect on the impact Demaryius Thomas had on the Denver Broncos, after the announcement that he will be inducted into the Ring of Fame.

Zach and Phil debate where Coach Prime should be ranked among Power 4 head coaches ahead of the 2025 season. With OTAs kicking off today, what Broncos storylines are most intriguing this offseason? What NFL players are best suited to represent Team USA in Flag Football at the 2028 Olympic Games?

From the sophomore season for Bo Nix, to RJ Harvey and the running back room, to the potential ceiling at inside linebacker, Zach and Phil highlight their top offseason storylines for the Broncos. Should the Broncos consider retiring the number 88 in honor of Demaryius Thomas, now that he will be inducted into the team’s Ring of Fame?

In hour 1 John Davis and Danny Williams get into who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of Professional Colorado Coaches. Where are the Broncos right now and where could be headed with the addition of the draft picks and free agents.  Do you have a favorite sports card?

In hour 2 John Davis and Danny Williams discuss where the Broncos total wins could be.  How do they get there? Who are the 3 key players in the upcoming Broncos season.  What are these players importance levels for the team for this year and the future?  The Buffs win total is in can the beat the books again?

In hour 3 John Davis and Danny Williams get into the Nuggets and where the search for GM is at.  Who could possibly be on the way out for the team with a new GM?  Does some of what Kroenke has done show who might be staying?  IS Sutton the most under-appreciated WR in the NFL? 

In hour 4 John Davis and Danny Williams discuss if Sean Payon is going to ever make a big splash in free agency.  Is there any other QB from last years draft that the guys would want instead of Nix?  As the Nuggets offseason continues, the questions about the roster continue.  Where should the team look for a new GM?

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil. The guys discuss the Nuggets hiring David Adelman to be the head coach before hiring a general manager. Will Adelman be able to keep Jamal Murray in line? Should anyone from the Nuggets organization speak to Murray about going out after game 6 when he nearly didn’t play due to his health? What did the guys make of Michael Malone walking back his claim that SGA is the league MVP? Does Michael Malone have mixed emotions when it comes to Nikola Jokic? Should Michael Malone be on the Mount Rushmore of Denver sports head coaches?

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on Denver sport’s coaches Mount Rushmore. Do the Rockies deserve a face on Mount Rushmore without a championship? Is Dan Reeves a top 4 coach in Denver history without a championship? 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis joins the show to discuss if Bo Nix is the face of the Broncos, the situation with Courtland Sutton’s contract extension, and how the wide receiver room is looking with the addition of Pat Bryant. Today’s “Three Count” features Bo Nix throwing out the first pitch at the Rockies and Yankees game tonight and if the Rockies will finish in the top half of MLB in attendance this season. Zach and Phil react to PFF’s ranking of the top 32 wide receivers in the NFL. What tier will Courtland Sutton fall in and do we agree with his ranking? How much should we take PFF’s opinion into account?