The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive talks about what the college landscape looks like after musical chairs took place this weekend. They then discuss when Zach will buy out of his Rockies over/under bet! | The Denver Nuggets have restored order this weekend! Zach and Phil discuss what Jamal Murray returning means for the Nuggets with the playoffs right around the corner. | The Colorado Avalanche are in trouble, and it could cost them a potential Stanley Cup run. The fellas breakdown what the unrest surrounding the goalies say about the Avs right now. | Caitlin Clark did the absolute unthinkable in Women’s Sports. Zach and Phil give her and Dawn Staley the flowers they deserve. Also, they release the viewership numbers for the Iowa vs South Carolina game.

Hour 2 of The Drive changes course by discussing which American athlete captivated the USA like Caitlin Clark. Zach and Phil then discuss the latest poll on 104.3 The Fan; What should the Broncos do vs what will the Broncos do? The answers from around the station have been released and the guys react. Will the Broncos get things right if they decide to move up for JJ McCarthy? Zach questions when the QB position will be resolved if they don’t get one in the 1st round. | The Drive’s “Three Count” wonders where the Men’s NCAA Championship Game will rank ratings wise after tonight. | Zach and Phil accidentally drunk the wrong Kool-Aid on Friday! They now must drink it on Monday again. Did they blame it on the Rockies again?

Hour 3 of The Drive addresses the elephant in the room. Could the Broncos find themselves in a very tough position? Zach, Phil, and Jake Shapiro discuss why the Denver Broncos could be the Heavyweight Champion of Denver Sports. | The Avs are in trouble and the guys explain why. Did the Avs make the wrong move at the trade deadline? | Caitlin Clark carried a huge load for Women’s Sports during her collegiate career. Will it translate to the WNBA? | The Denver Nuggets are back where they started with Jamal Murray back! Zach and Phil debate about what Coach Malone will do, strategy wise, this week to keep his guys as healthy as possible. Also, will Denver resign KCP? 

Hour 4 of The Drive questions whether Michael Penix Jr. at 12 could be a steal if the Broncos lean in. Zach and Phil stumble into what’s the most important position for a team in the modern NFL. Zach explains why teams are less likely to put all their eggs in one basket these days. The fellas zoom the microscope in on what makes JJ McCarthy the new hot commodity. Is he worth the risk? | James Merilatt joins The Drive in studio to discuss his article regarding why the Broncos could be replaced as the top dog in Denver! | The Drive’s Top Five is all in on the NCAA Men’s National Championship!

Hour 1 of The Drive has fun talking all things Opening Day! The fellas discuss where the Rockies would rank in Denver if amongst the major four if they were more successful! | The Denver Nuggets let another game slip away vs the Clippers! Zach and Phil discuss what the Nuggets can do to hang on until Jamal Murray comes back. | The Avs on the other hand are finding their way with this new group! Can Nathan MacKinnon close the deal and win the all-in composing Hart Trophy? | Is it time for the script to flip on Michael Penix Jr.? Zach and Phil discuss his fortunes without the injuries and compare it to his current life as a potential NFL QB.

Hour 2 of The Drive has a conversation about who’s more valuable to their team: Valerie Nichushkin or Jamal Murray! Zach and Phil discuss why Val or Jamal have different but very important roles on this current version of the Nuggets and Avs respectively. The conversation shifts to whether it’s championship or bust for the Avs and Nuggets right now. Zach has a case for the Avs that hasn’t been made just yet! | The Drive’s “Three Count” is all about the Final Four! | It’s time to play a game called Rockies or Reality TV! 

Hour 3 of The Drive is concerned about Jamal Murray as he continues to miss games down the stretch for the Denver Nuggets. Zach and Phil discuss how floored they are by how the Nuggets lost vs the Clippers. | Nathan MacKinnon is on a trail towards getting his first Hart Trophy but there’s one obstacle in his way. Will he be able to jump over it? | The Colorado Rockies aren’t in the worst company compared to someone else. Zach and Phil discuss who is in a worse situation while discussing Phil’s first Opening Day. | Jake Shapiro from Denversports.com joins The Drive. Jake talks about all things Rockies as Kris Bryant has had quite the day at Coors Field! Jake details what the future looks like for the Rockies moving forward. Also, Jake details what Walker Monfort meant by his comments the other day.

Hour 4 of The Drive talks about why things are turning around for Michael Penix Jr. Zach, Phil, and Jake discuss where MPJ and other QB’s fit in this Sean Payton system. Sean Payton is all about who helps him sustain winning the longest, so which QB fits that mold? The conversation shifts to why this season is or isn’t consider banner or bust for the Nuggets and Avs. | The Colorado Rockies have just accomplished an All-Time Opening Day feat in the bottom of the 9th inning! Zach and Phil immediately react! They use the unsung heroes from the Rockies to highlight another unsung star that could be coming to Denver soon. | The Drive’s Top Five has a special guest!

Hour 1 of The Drive opens with addressing Gilbert Arenas and his comments on Nikola Jokic. Phil and Josh go at it about what’s next for the Broncos. | Zach and Phil discuss who’d they prefer the Nuggets to face in the 1st round of the playoffs. Did the Lakers make it on either list? | The Colorado Avalanche have a clearer picture of who they may face in the playoffs. The fellas preview what makes Winnipeg so dangerous. | Charlie Blackmon has become the lone wolf for the Rockies. Zach and Phil compare his role for the Rockies to others in Colorado Sports History.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads off with the official Mike Klis Mock Draft! Zach and Phil discuss why Bo Nix to Denver appears to be the leading topic after the Top 4 QB’s go off the board. Our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis joins The Drive. Mike explains his ideal scenario for the Broncos to open the NFL Draft! Mike also goes through how this draft will be viewed if the Broncos don’t draft number 1 overall. Is it time for the Broncos to swing big for their QB? Mike and Zach go back to the 2023 trade deadline to discuss how things could be very different right now. | The Drive’s “Three Count” has an update on Justin Simmons! | Mike Klis said something that has the guys bubbling like a pot of soup. Are they sold on the idea of the Broncos staying put for their next QB?