The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive eventually gets to the Chargers firing their HC and GM after the team appeared to have quit on Sunday. Zach and Phil both have a proclamation for the Broncos after last night’s game. | The Detroit Lions offense is absolutely prolific! The guys go through the numbers and explain why Vance Joseph may be facing his greatest task since Miami. | The Denver Nuggets stepped up in major way and won in blowout fashion vs the Brooklyn Nets. What record did Nikola Jokic break on Thursday? Also, could the Nuggets have found a new trick with their bench after they scored 58 points vs the Nets? | The Detroit Lions defense has stepped up this season despite their injuries. Zach and Phil detail why it’s important for the Broncos to capitalize on Sean Payton’s old friend from across the street.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis. Mike talks about how Greg Dulcich’s new injury occurred. The Detroit Lions running game is in full effect but will it last? Also, the Broncos need one specific player to step up and Mike explains who it is and why. Mike also talks about why the Broncos Safety position has always been their deepest position in team history. Mike gives his pick for Broncos vs Lions. The guys transition into why Greg Dulcich can’t stay healthy and what the Broncos should do. | The Drive’s “Three Count” has some fun with who could be the next LA Chargers HC. | The stats back up how good the Broncos have been since Week 6. Sean Payton and Vance Jospeh talk about what has led to the defense preparing for this matchup vs Detroit. Zach and Phil discuss how good the Broncos defense has been.

Hour 3 of The Drive gets to know the real Detroit Lions offense. Zach and Phil break down what the Lions do well on offense. Should the Broncos be worried about the Lions TE Sam LaPorta? | The Broncos are on the verge of history on multiple fronts. The guys explain who and their records as this regular season is winding down. | The guys go through who Broncos Country should be rooting for this weekend. | The Drive’s Deep Dive at 4:45 hops right into the conversation of are the Nuggets getting ready to soar? The bench is slowly figuring it out but can Coach Malone continue to trust them to grow?

Hour 4 of The Drive is looking forward to the Lions vs Broncos matchup! But why did the LA Chargers give up vs the Las Vegas Raiders? The Drive crosses enemy lines as Rico Beard, Host of The Mike Valenti Show w/ Rico from 2-6 ET on 97.1 The Ticket joins The Drive. Rico comes out swinging as he chooses Russell Wilson over Jared Goff! How does Jared Goff respond to pressure? Rico details why Sam LaPorta is Goff’s go to guy. Rico and guys go through how Detroit is feeling about the Broncos. Rico also talks about mentee vs mentor! Rico gives his final prediction for Lions vs Broncos. | Trivia Friday hit The Drive again and it was another fune one! | The guys close the show by giving their Keys to the Game and Broncos Picks! 

Hour 1 of The Drive needs to know why did Giannis have to fight for his game ball after score a franchise high 64 points? Would it happen to Jokic? Would it have happened to Peyton Manning? | The Avs made their hay last night on a very emotional night at Ball Arena! A 5-1 victory was amazing, but Erik Johnson stole the show. Zach and Phil recap what his return meant for the Avs and Avs Faithful. | Jerry Jeudy admits to his mistake’s vs LA. Can he turn things around. The guys explain why he needs to step up as the playoffs approach because he could become a hero. | Russell Wilson and Ciara welcomed their 4th child into the world earlier this week. It led to a conversation of would the guys play if they knew their wife was close to being in labor!

Hour 2 of The Drive is excited about what the Broncos could possibly do this weekend! The guys then transition into the Buffs projected win total heading into the 2024 season. Their 2024 schedule has been released as well! The guys discuss how the Buffs get to 6 or more wins this season. Zach and Phil debate how and if they get there. Coach Prime and Jay Norvell’s new chapter was sparked again Wednesday night! The guys react to the audio and the feud that has grown between he two. | The Drive’s “Three Count” doesn’t know what the league will do with Draymond Green moving forward. | Are the Denver Broncos considered a dangerous team? Zach and Phil go through the list of the most dangerous teams in the NFL right now.

Hour 3 of The Drive discusses the breaking news from the Broncos Centura Health Center! Zach and Phil go through why one injury may hurt the Broncos longer than most expected. | Courtland Sutton stepped up to the podium on Wednesday and talked about his season thus far. The guys explain why Sutton has discovered so much success this season. | The guys get into the Buffs projected win total heading into the 2024 season. Their 2024 schedule has been released as well! The guys discuss how the Buffs get to 6 or more wins this season. | The Deep Dive at 4:45 go through the emotional night at Ball Arena starring former Avs great Erik Johnson returning to town! The bigger question is are the Avs ready to take off? Also, the Nuggets and Jokic need to do one thing to reset the motor.

Hour 4 of The Drive talks about the Broncos and where things are heading into Sunday’s game vs Detroit. Can the Broncos overcome the chatter about the other AFC Teams in the hunt? Jerry Jeudy apologized yesterday but the guys reset why he needs to step up. Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase goes through whether Sean Payton would play another WR over Jerry Jeudy. Also, Mase talks about the Nik Bonitto injury heading into this weekend. Mase ends with a tip about the fan base in Detroit. | Russell Wilson and Ciara welcome their 4th child on what was a very eventful weekend. Russ talked about how close things got in LA as Ciara gave birth this past weekend. The guys discuss whether they'd play or be with their wife if they were giving birth with the game coming up. | Are the Broncos the most dangerous team in the NFL? Zach and Phil go through the list of teams deemed most dangerous and give their final predictions for Nuggets vs Nets. 

Hour 1 of The Drive talks about the Colorado School of Mines going to the NCAA Division 2 Championship Game! The guys discuss making the most of your opportunities no matter the level of competition. | Zach and Phil are shocked by what took place in Chicago. Nikola Jokic was ejected and it has led to the conversation of when will the refs be held accountable? | Could the Broncos win the AFC West? The guys says maybe but there’s one hiccup in their plans. | A Coach Prime class in Boulder? Zach and Phil detail what that class will entail. Also, what’s the latest on the transfer portal for CU?

Hour 2 of The Drive heads to The Motor City to hear from Dan Campbell on the Broncos. Is he ready to take on the master in Sean Payton? Will Dan use some stuff on him that was used in New Orleans? Denversports.com Broncos Analyst Cecil Lammey joins The Drive. Cecil and Zach have a bone to pick about Cecil’s latest comments about the Broncos to the Super Bowl. Also, what’s the vibe in the locker room? Cecil hints at why this week will be different for Russ and the running game. | The Drive’s “Three Count” takes a moment to appreciate former Avs great Erik Johnson as comes back to Denver tonight as a Buffalo Sabre. | Zach and Phil went to Boston for Army vs Navy this past weekend. Gillette Stadium is like its own mini city! The guys explain what ideas the Broncos Brass should use to improve their chances of getting more events to Denver.