The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Stokley and Josh on everything they saw from Broncos’ training camp today. Is the quarterback competition getting simplified right before our eyes? Zach explains why he has a problem with the way the QB reps are getting split up. What do the guys make of the competitiveness out at practice? Has Javante Williams solidified himself as the starting running back? The guys react to some of John Elway’s comments on Elway almost being a Raider and how to rookies need to deal with the transition to the NFL.

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown the QB competition now that Zach Wilson has unofficially been put in the backseat. Will Wilson be able to complete his “football rehab” or is there a chance he won’t be on the Broncos roster? Should there be a concern of Bo Nix throwing too much in training camp? Today’s “Three Count” includes an update on a gambling Bronco, the Madden ratings being released, and Jamal Murray’s second Olympic game this morning. We finish up the hour discussing CU football and previewing their first two games vs North Dakota State and Colorado State, as well as a quick look at CSU heading to Austin to take on Texas.

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil hand out their “dude of the day” from Broncos’ training camp today. Who was worthy of this prestigious award and the guys explain why they chose who they chose. The guys give their hot takes and entertain the text-line’s hot takes. Zach and Phil react to an anonymous poll claiming the Nuggets had the worst off-season in the NBA. Will KCP’s decision to sign with Orlando, bite the Nuggets when it matters most? The guys react to some John Elway quotes on Elway almost becoming a Raider and how young players need to adapt to the NFL.

In hour 4 of The Drive, dives into the unofficial movement in the Broncos QB competition. Was Zach Wilson running with the 3rd stringers for back-to-back days a sign of things to come? Zach questions why Bo Nix can’t get more reps at practice. Andrew Mason, our DenverSports.com Broncos’ insider joins the show to share his thoughts on Broncos camp today. Is Bo to blame for a slow day from the offense while he’s out there? We pivot to a video of CU’s Travis Hunter expressing that he would like to play for the Broncos, is this a real possibility for the upcoming draft? DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to share what he learned from Broncos’ training camp today.

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Stokley and Josh on what they saw from Broncos’ training camp today. Why was the first padded practice so short and do the Broncos have “dawgs” this year? Was today’s easier practice today, helping the team stay healthy long term? What were the guy’s takeaways from the defensive line beating up on the offensive line? The QB competition continues with a 3-horse race, how much longer are the guys expecting Zach Wilson to stay in the race? John Elway reveals his biggest mistake as a GM. Zach and Phil discuss why Elway made that mistake, was Elway afraid of making the same mistake twice after swinging and missing on Paxton Lynch?

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss why the Broncos defense has the advantage over the offense, especially this early in camp. Jarrett Stidham looks to be in control od this offense, is his comfort and knowledge going to be the difference maker for him? Where does Phil rank the 3 QB’s and has one QB separated themselves? Today’s “Three Count” includes the Broncos starting center, Sean Payton on stage with Kenny Chesney, and Team USA beating Team Serbia. Zach explains why he’s surprised with Jamal Murray’s Olympics’ debut. Did Jokic’s performance further solidify himself as the best player in the world?

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dive into the one circumstance in which we would not see Bo Nix play as a rookie? Why was the first padded practice so short and did the energy match the opportunity of guys in pads? Who were the guy’s “dude of the day”? Could we have a reunion with Justin Simmons in the Mile High City? John Elway came out an admitted his “biggest mistake as a GM” on a recent podcast. What led to Elway making this mistake and could it have been avoided? What would have been the butterfly effect if Elway had drafted Josh Allen?

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue to breakdown the Broncos quarterback battle. Will Jarrett Stidham’s confidence lead him to the starting job? Are the odds heading towards Stidham starting in Week 1? We pivot to the Olympics and the Nuggets performances so far. Why is Jamal Murray coming off the bench for Team Canada? Can a bad showing affect Murray’s future contract with the Nuggets? Did Jokic’s performance further solidify himself as the best player in the world? Zach gives out a couple names to look out for in Broncos camp that aren’t household names.

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Stokley on what he saw from Broncos’ training camp today. What caused Stoke to do a 180 on Cortland Sutton’s restructured contract? Zach predicts that this offensive line can be an elite group and possibly top 3 in the NFL. Is Bo Nix’s style of offense built to succeed in the NFL with the way offenses are being forced to play because of the conservative defenses teams are showing? How does Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham balance playing aggressively while trying not to lose the job by not making mistakes?

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil discuss the Russell Westbrook fit in Denver now that he is officially a Nugget. Have they gotten better since the end of last season? Mike Klis, our 9News Broncos insider joins the show to breakdown the Broncos QB battle, how the reps are split up, the music at practice and much more. Today’s “Three Count” includes a Bronco on the NFL top 100 list, an inner AFC West rivalry, and the Olympic Opening Ceremonies. What can the Broncos do to add depth to the Broncos safeties group?