The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive argues about why in the world is CSU PG Isaiah Stevens in the conversation for getting his jersey retired after he leaves this year. | The Nuggets complete the series sweep again of the LA Lakers! Zach and Phil go through why the Nuggets have found their switch after the All-Star break. Also, can MPJ sustain this run he’s on? | The Denver Broncos have officially announced their plans to release Russell Wilson. Zach and Phil give their immediate reactions. They also detail how it all went wrong in Denver. | The Drive continues to cover the news of Russ being informed of his eventual release.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis joining us. Mike details what Russell Wilson being released looks like for Denver financially. Mike also explains why Sean knew it wasn’t a match made in Heaven. Mike lays out the timeline for why now is the time for the Broncos to begin the releasing process with Russell Wilson. Mike explains why the Broncos and Russ were making it appear that a reunion was possible. Mike ends detailing what George’s role is in this whole thing. Zach and Phil end the segment questioning what the Broncos should do about George Paton. | Our ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins The Drive. Adam explains how bad things have gotten in Denver. Adam talks about why teams don’t fall in love with QB’s at the NFL Combine. Adam further talks about where Russell Wilson goes from here. Is George Paton on a hotter seat than he was last year? | Zach and Phil continue to question the decisions of this franchise under George’s watch.

Hour 3 of The Drive lays out why the blame game has a long trail attached to it. Zach and Phil try to nail down where this all started under the new regime. | Russ and Sean didn’t work but was it all Russell’s fought? The guys argue about why Russ and Sean didn’t work. | Phil explains why the blame game can’t stop at one player and it sends Zach down a spiral! | The conversation that needs to be had is finally completed. Zach and Phil fill out the blame game chart to further explain why Russ or George are at fought.

Hour 4 of The Drive talks about why George and Sean have been flexing their muscles so much lately. Denversports.com’s Draft Analyst, Cecil Lammey, joins The Drive. Cecil explains why drafting a QB was always the plan regardless of what was said. Cecil talks about why Sean embraces pressure. Cecil teases something that has the guys wondering will the Broncos actually trade up in the draft? | The Drive heads to the Johnson Auto Plaza Hotline with Broncos Country! | The Top 5 at 5:45 comes at you with what to watch tonight presented by High Five.

Hour 1 of The Drive goes through how the Nuggets stepped up when Jamal Murray went down. Should there be more expectations for MPJ? | Zach and Phil discuss what the Nuggets should do with Jamal Murray moving forward. Also, will it ever all click for MPJ with this version of the Nuggets? | The Avs are rolling right now but last night was all about Justus Annunen! Have the Avs solved their backup goalie situation? The guys also discuss how Nate Dog will continue to build on his legendary season. | Kris Bryant got caught with his pants down in the latest The Athletic article. Phil goes off on Kris Bryant for his comments about why he chose the Rockies.

Hour 2 of The Drive reviews the case of Sean Payton vs the 2024 rookie QB class. Zach and Phil breakdown what the comments from the QB’s mean for Denver. Could the speculation of the Broncos moving up be on its way to becoming true? Sean is trying to filter through the bad and the good in each QB, but will he break them in the process? | The Drive’s “Three Count” celebrates Caitlin Clark for declaring for the WNBA Draft. | Jamal Murray went down with an ankle sprain Thursday Night vs Miami. Zach and Phil discuss how Coach Malone should manage Jamal and the Nuggets the rest of the way.

Hour 3 of The Drive is expecting things to shift drastically with the CFP! Zach and Phil discuss why things could be on the up and up with communication between QB and coach. | Our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis joins The Drive. Mike first explains the timing around when Russ may be released. He then details what the Broncos cap situation needs to look like by March 11th. Mike goes through how the Broncos will look to retain most of their free agents. Mike and Zach play the percentage game! | Mike Klis speculated on where some guys will be by training camp. Zach and Phil react to his comments! | MPJ is showing more signs that he can be a major contributor but why does he struggle to maximize his role? Zach and Phil debate about what his confidence says about the way he views his game compared to how Coach Malone views it. Also, can the Nuggets do anthing with their bench?

Hour 4 of The Drive puts the Broncos interviews from the NFL combine under the microscope. Is there a QB Sean is keen to or is he just doing his due diligence? Zach and Phil go through the audio tape of what each guy can do or bring to the Broncos. Phil explains why Michael Penix Jr. has gotten the tough end of the stick with the Broncos. Will the Broncos lean towards Brock Bowers as the draft gets closer? | Kris Bryant is in the middle of a sticky situation right now! Zach and Phil react to his latest comments to come out after his first comments went viral about the Rockies? How much salt can be poured on one wound? | Zach and Phil close the show by getting everyone set for the Denver Sports Weekend!

Hour 1 of The Drive gets into why Nikola Jokic could be trending towards a unanimous MVP conversation. Does SGA have a legit shot? | Sean Payton may have had a private get together with some local media members during his time in Indy this week. Zach and Phil discuss what Sean could be up to by putting his arms around the local media now compared to last year. | The Denver Nuggets turned it on and reminded Sacramento that there are levels to this. The guys discuss how the Nuggets have found the switch post All-Star break. How much tougher does it get for them heading into March? | The Avs have a low hanging fruit type of game tonight vs Chicago. Zach and Phil discuss why tonight could be a game to be nervous about.

Hour 2 of The Drive heads down Law & Order Blvd. to decode Jerry Jeudy’s latest cryptic tweet. Is Jerry Jeudy expecting a big year when he gets a new QB next season? Zach and Phil discuss what Jerry believes in his mind is next for him. The conversation transitions into whether the Broncos offense ever believed in Russ once Sean got to Denver last season. The guys breakdown why Russ struggled to be honest with how bad things were in Denver. | The Drive’s “Three Count” is locked in on the ChiefsAholic lawyer who spoke earlier this week! | The Broncos haven’t maximized their free agent spending over the years and Zach and Phil lay it out for everyone to see. They also give their official grade for the 2023 free agency class.