The Drive

Hour 3 of The Drive sets the floors for Phil to rank the AFC West coaches now that Jim Harbaugh is in LA. Is it prove it mode for Sean Payton in 2024? | The 2024-2025 NFL Super Bowl Odds are out! What direction do the odds have the Broncos going next season? | Todd Helton said losing with the Rockies meant more than winning anywhere else. Zach and Phil discuss which Denver athlete they wish would experience the pinnacle of success in their respective sports. | It’s Mock Draft season but the names the Broncos were once linked to appear to be no more. Zach and Phil debate about which side of the football need more attention this offseason. Will the Broncos need to rely on free agency again?

Hour 4 of The Drive can’t believe what the Avs did last night led by Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. Zach and Phil praise the Avs for taking care of business as some of the others are getting healthy! The news comes down about a special recognition for Nikola Jokic that we’ll all see in February. Could Denver be looking at multiple MVP’s this year? Nick Kosmider of The Athletic joins The Drive. Nick details which veteran player could be the toughest cut or trade for the Denver Broncos. Nick explains why Tim Patrick is in a peculiar position right now. Zach and Nick go through what Justin Simmons’ future looks like as he crosses over into the 30 years old threshold. | It’s Championship Weekend in the NFL! Zach and Phil preview an incredible weekend ahead. Could the 49ers be on upset alert this weekend? | Denver experienced some very historic moments on this date involving John Elway and the guys have fun taking everyone back in time!

Hour 1 of The Drive talks about Von Miller returning to Buffalo next year but did Buffalo have a choice? Zach recaps the infamous Troy Renck/Todd Helton story! | Russell Wilson is trending towards being a disliked figure in Denver Sports. One NFL Exec predicts Russ could be headed to Vegas. Zach and Phil discuss what could make this worse if it happens. | Breaking News comes out of Miami as former Broncos HC Vic Fangio parted ways with Miami today as their DC. Zach and Phil argue about whether Vic would be a good fit now in Denver as the DC. | Zach hops in the way back machine to discuss why Vic was an option last year and how Sean could still want him this coaching cycle. Did Zach sale Phil on his pitch? 

Hour 2 of The Drive wonders why 1st Round QB’s have so much stock when the return on investment usually isn’t great. Zach and Phil discuss what 1st round QB is truly worth the long-term risk. Mike Evans has quite the hypothetical when it comes to what Sean should do at QB. Would Jarrett Stidham, Mac Jones, or Sam Darnold ever satisfy Sean Payton? Zach and Phil have a fun moment about which side of the ball is most important! | The Drive’s “Three Count” welcomes back a huge member of the Colorado Avalanche. | Zach and Phil give their official “Mt. Rushmore” for Colorado Sports Legends!

Hour 3 of The Drive opens with the idea of what if Russell Wilson heads to Las Vegas? Zach and Phil discuss what Russ going to Vegas would do for Vegas and Denver. Is Russ a Raiders type of player? | Nikola Jokic put together another great performance, but it was Jamal Murray that answered the bell. Phil applauds the Nuggets for building towards what’s to come! | Vic Fangio was let go by the Miami Dolphins on Wednesday. Zach and Phil debate about whether his presence is best served here in Denver with Sean Payton. | More Breaking News comes into The Drive as The Los Angeles Chargers have officially hired former Michigan HC, Jim Harbaugh. Zach and Phil react immediately!

Hour 4 of The Drive resets the conversation about Jim Harbaugh choosing to forgo his time at Michigan to take the LA Chargers. What is Sean Payton thinking after this move was made? Zach and Phil debate about which guy will have the higher salary between Harbaugh and Payton. How much did the same agent factor into this? Zach and Phil rank the Head Coaches from 1 to 4 in the AFC West. | Zach and Phil dsicuss which Denver athlete is next in line to get in the HOF for their respective sports. | Cecil and the guys show more love to Todd Helton and tease into tomorrow's show! 

Hour 1 of The Drive has Josh taking his comments back about Todd Helton. The guys discuss why the evidence is indisputable at this point. | The viewership numbers are in from the divisional weekend in the NFL and the guys discuss why streaming is here to stay in sports. Zach details another move in entertainment sports that has come that further explains why streaming will be the new cable. | Joel Embiid put together an All-Time performance on Monday! Is Joel running away with the MVP race? The guys discuss why the NBA is shifting. | Zach and Phil debate about whether Cody Williams or Shedeur Sanders have a more realistic chance of going #1 overall in their respective sports.

Hour 2 of The Drive discuss the official first Mock Draft from Mel Kiper of ESPN. Mel has Jayden Daniels going #2 overall but to who? Zach and Phil discuss why the Broncos are being linked to so many defensive players over QB’s in the 2024 NFL Draft. Jenny Cavnar, covered the MLB for the last 17 seasons, joins The Drive. Jenny makes the case for why Todd Helton should be in the National Baseball HOF. Jenny and Phil discuss the East Coast Bias affecting Todd Helton. Could Matt Holiday be the next former Rocky to get in? | The Drive’s “Three Count” is all about why Peyton Manning is still all in on the Broncos | Zach and Phil give their midseason grades for the Denver Nuggets!

Hour 3 of The Drive go through the official NFL Divisional Round viewership numbers. Zach and Phil compare it to Broncos-Patriots from 2013. This all leads up to potential bad news for wrestling fans. | The Drive brings you the official announcement of Todd Helton being inducted into the National Baseball HOF on behalf of the Colorado Rockies. | Zach and Phil go through the numbers that led to the HOF to finally say the time is now! Is the Altitude still an excuse? | The Broncos have their jerseys on sale, but Zach isn’t sold on the idea that it’s to get ready for next year’s jerseys. The guys take a minute and recap the other top stories in Colorado Sports right now.

Hour 4 of The Drive congratulates Colorado Rockies’ newly inducted National Baseball HOFer Todd Helton! Zach and Phil go through other Colorado legends who have waited too long to be inducted into their teams or sports HOF. The Drive is joined by Rockies Insider, Patrick Saunders, who’s at Todd’s house. Patrick breaks down how we got to this moment with Todd Helton. Patrick details what the day has been like with Todd as he patiently awaited the call from the hall. Patrick talks about why the East Coast Bias could be a legitimate argument when it comes to why Rockies players don’t get the love they deserve. | Zach and Phil talk about why CBS Sports gave Denver a B- halfway through the season. The guys give their own grades for the season. | Mel Kiper puts out his first Mock Draft of the 2024 NFL Draft season. Zach and Phil react to who the Broncos are expected to take.