The Drive

Hour 1 of The Drive starts with the Sean Payton presser from earlier today. The guys go into why Joel Embiid is ducking Jokic. Could this get Jokic back in the MVP race? Why isn’t this game on ESPN? | DMac is back and the guys get into where the Broncos are thinking about moving to after their time is up at the current Broncos Stadium? DMac details his trip to Cali and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. | Well It appears that Cali and Colorado have one significant difference and Derek and DMac go back and forth about it! The Broncos lost out on some guys in Free Agency. Why did they? Why did Sean Payton prioritize the pickups he got vs the guys he could’ve had? | The guys breakdown why the Broncos chose Jarrett Stidham over other backup QB’s. When will the Broncos be able to play Stidham next season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with the Denver Nuggets facing off against the Embiidless 76ers tonight. Is Joel a chicken? Sean Payton answers a few questions at the Owners Meetings today. Sean lays into the Offense and how bad they were last season. Sean Payton has laid the foundation for the future of the Broncos today and Derek and DMac discuss. Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase tries to describe the event he’s attending tonight. Mase talks about how feisty Sean Payton was and how he restored some order about what’s to come. Mase details what’s going on with Sean Payton and his ST comments. George Paton walked back his comments about Javonte Williams. | CU is off and running and the guys have fun with how CU may be in trouble Week 1 of the season. Sean Payton is delegating and the guys explain why. | Our Denversports.com Nuggets Analyst Jake Shapiro joins The Drive live in studio. Jake talks about what’s going on with CU Football and how the culture is changing there. Is Joel Embiid bowing out? Why isn’t he playing? Could the MVP already be decided? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of The Drive creates a moment where creating a culture isn’t always easy. Sean Payton discusses the lack of 9 on 7 and 1 on 1 drills from last year’s training camp. Derek breaks down why these drills make or break the success of communication between both units. Did this explain why Coach Hackett was so incompetent last season? | Kendrick Perkins goes after Joel Embiid for sitting out vs the Nuggets tonight. Will Kendrick Perkins be allowed back in the club? The Baltimore Ravens are under fire but why haven’t teams taken the next step to get him? What could be the hold up? | Aaron Rodgers isn’t a NY Jet just yet. Could Coach Hackett be the downfall to the trade being completed? | Our Denversports.com Avs Analyst Will Petersen joins The Drive. Will takes everyone behind the scenes from the Avs weekend. Could Mikko break the All-Time Goals scored record for Colorado? What does the upcoming schedule for the Avs mean heading into the playoffs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of The Drive sets up with Coach Prime telling his players that any trouble they got in over spring break will cost them. It leads to one of the best Spring Break stories ever! Derek got in a lot fights over his college career and he talks about one guy who lost and got destroyed. Was Derek a smarter student than DMac? DMac tells his story about getting kicked out of school. Derek details crazy college workouts and destroys baseball along the way! | Joel Embiid is off tonight vs Denver. How will this be perceived moving forward? If the Nuggets face James Harden tonight, does that still count for Nikola Jokic’s MVP Case? | DST joins The Drive and the guys share some wild Spring Break stories! Should we all feel bad for DMac? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of The Drive starts with a conversation about why the Broncos fan survey came out when it did. Did the Broncos tip their hand with some exposure to future plans? Also, the Broncos continue to sign former Saints players. Will that benefit the Broncos long term? | The guys have fun with how life is with a hungry Wolfe on the prowl! | Our ESPN NBA Insider Jay Williams joins The Drive. Jay discusses the greatness of MPJ and what his role will be heading into the playoffs. How can the Nuggets bench be more reliable? Will the MVP Race be decided this weekend? Jay gives everyone his take on the Sweet 16. | Jerry Jeudy is needed now more than ever. Should the Broncos still consider trading him? Could they get anything higher than a 4th Round Pick for Jerry? The Broncos get another RB and WR from the NO Saints. Could this come back to haunt the Broncos? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with the Big Story of the Day being more weapons from New Orleans. Could this be a bad thing in the long run? Derek breaks down the importance of finding guys who fit roles. Could Marquez Callaway be that guy as a slot WR? Are the Chiefs looking to add De’Andre Hopkins? Should the Broncos look to add more depth to their secondary or D-Line? The guys take a deep dive into each position room for the Denver Broncos. | The Avs are back on the ice tonight. How do the Avs get it back on track tonight? The Avs get two defensemen back on the ice. How will this team look heading into the playoffs? If there are any more injuries, could that derail the Avs potential Cup Run? | Our 9 News Broncos Insider Mike Klis joins The Drive. Mike talks about the Broncos recent acquisitions and what they could mean moving forward. Where’s the needle on the WR Room for the Denver Broncos right now? Could the Broncos sneak more players under the cap before minicamp gets going? Mike goes in depth about the fan survey that was released on Thursday. What does it all really mean? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 has a huge NFL Rule on the table that will be discussed next week. It involves how the NFL can fix Thursday Night Football. Derek and Mat discuss how SNF and TNF are working together to make more compelling matchups. Could the NFL affect week to week processes for every team with the new rule? | The March Mayhem is in full affect and the guys discuss who’s going on to the elite eight from tonight’s games. The Nuggets have been gypped by the Oddsmakers. Can the Nuggets find the fuel to the fire they need to get back on track? | Derek and Mat discuss the latest Fan Survey. What is the Walter/Penner Group looking to do with the stadium? Where would they like for it to be? Should it have a roof or not? How much will Broncos Country’s input help with the final decisions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of The Drive is all about weekend plans! What are the top family games to play during family gatherings? The Avs are getting healthy and Mat details how this could propel the Avs to find stability heading into the playoffs. Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase talks about the Broncos starting their top 30 visits with in-person visits taking off. Who did the Broncos bring in today? Mase and the guys get into what type of roof matters for the future of the Broncos stadium plans and the Walter/Penner Group. Could the community be made to help pay for a potential new stadium? | Should the NFL allow the 4th and 20 Rule from the XFL to be on the docket? Should the NFL do away with ties in OT? | Cecil Lammey helps close out the week on Denver Sports Station 104.3 The Fan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of The Drive starts with why CU must take the next step by never giving up. Spring Break is on the way and Coach Prime will be cool just like he’s always been! Stoke discusses his top 3rd Round Picks and why the Broncos must hit on the few picks they do have this year! | What is the perception of the Fast and Furious movie series? Derek and Mat discuss the latest injury to K.J. Hamler. Could the Broncos actually cut Hamler before training camp? How could this affect Jerry Jeudy’s future? | The Denver Nuggets get a win vs the Wizards but the #1 issue came to a head last night. Derek and Mat give a solution on how to fix this issue. Will Coach Malone ever be able to trust the bench? | The Avs and Penguins came together for a mentor/mentee matchup between Nathan MacKinnon and Sidney Crosby. What did last night expose about the Avs? Did the Avs dig too deep of a hole in the 2nd Period?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with terrible news about Broncos WR K.J. Hamler having surgery on a torn pec. Where does this leave K.J. Hamler’s future with the Broncos? Could he get cut for how he got injured? The Avs had a few lucky breaks but obviously not enough and Mat explains why. Coach Prime is off and rolling in Boulder and today’s message is all about buying in! Are the players willing to buy into the process? Mentality is everything and several coaches for CU express just that. Fear or being fierce is the question that the Buffs have to respond to moving forward. | K.J. Hamler is unfortunately under fire for sustaining another injury. What’s next for Hamler? Should the Broncos trade for De’Andre Hopkins? | The Nuggets got a win but how concerned should everyone be about the bench? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of The Drive sets up with a former Broncos Punter finding a new home. Also should the Broncos pursue Ezekiel Elliott? With his top three preferences being in place, which team would be the best fit for him? Could De’Andre Hopkins find himself in Denver? | The guys discuss the NCAA Tournament and who they expect to win tonight in each matchup. Could there be more upsets on the horizon? What team bust the guys brackets last week? | Coach Malone is trying to avoid the noise with the MVP conversation. Why does it matter? Also, how can the Nuggets be fixed? | The Fan is going through some changes and Derek expresses his frustrations. Did the Avs put themselves behind the 8-Ball early in the 2nd period? Coach Bednar explains what has hurt them so far. Does it matter about the level of competition is heading into the playoffs? If The Drive was in Vegas right now, what would be the top activities to get into? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of The Drive goes into some of the most underrated moves in the NFL thus far and the guys land in Las Vegas. How will Jimmy G help the Raiders? How big of a loss is K.J. Hamler to the Broncos? Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase details why KJ’s injury sets up for what could be a tough training camp for him. Did any of his past injuries hurt him in this situation? Rooftop Richie checks in live from Las Vegas!!! Richie talks about the seen and unseen things that has taken place in the last 24 hours in Vegas! Who is he rooting for in Vegas this weekend? Mase and the guys go down a worm hole about underground tunnels in Vegas. | The guys discuss why taking cold showers are important. Also, the guys get everyone set for the NFL Rule Changes that will be petitioned on The Drive this Friday. | Our 9 New Broncos Insider Mike Klis details a huge stadium upgrade that’s setting up for a new stadium. The guys explain what this will mean long term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of The Drive sets up with a conversation about how Elijah Moore’s trade to Cleveland potentially laying the groundwork for Jerry Jeudy to be traded. Has Jerry Jeudy been spoiled by success before coming into the NFL? | The guys discuss the WBC championship and how Ohtani has transformed how baseball is received around the globe! Should a player become a citizen of a country if he moves there to play their sport? | Why would Jerry Jeudy be traded if the Broncos don’t get proper compensation? The guys have a conversation about how anyone should expect Jeudy to sustain success with so much change. Derek talks about Jeudy focusing on what’s important moving forward. | Our Avs Analyst Will Petersen joins The Drive. Will talks about the latest on injuries with the Avs. Cale Makar isn’t playing tonight but is this move precautionary? Who could pose the biggest threat to the Avs in the West? Will the Avs be #1 in the West by the end of the season? Will discusses his confidence with the Denver Nuggets moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with the Denver Nuggets getting back to work tonight vs Washington! How worried should we all be about the Nuggets lack of cohesion to close the season? Have the Nuggets grown complacent? Could it be a lack of chemistry or mental toughness that’s hurt the Denver Nuggets most right now? Are the Nuggets a 2nd round team? Jerry Jeudy is being shopped by Cleveland. Could the constant chatter mess with Jeudy’s confidence? What would define a great season for Jerry Jeudy next season? | Our Denversports.com Nuggets Analyst Jake Shapiro joins The Drive. Jake talks about how the Nuggets should look to close the regular season show with these last 10 games. Are the Nuggets in better hands than most assume? What will the bench look like moving forward? | The Avs Superstar Goalie Alex Georgeiv has been the dark horse grinder for the Avs. Has AG shown himself to be someone the Avs can lean on moving forward? How fortunate should the Avs be to get such a diamond in the ruff? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of The Drive opens with a conversation about Mike McGlinchey being the “underwear and socks” to the Broncos success. Derek explains the concept of being grateful for what the Broncos are doing with this new regime. | Derek is ready to shred some nar this weekend but how much longer does he have remaining in this ski season? The Broncos improved in multiple areas, but can the Broncos convert to a successful run first team? What will the Broncos need to change this season to have a better offense? | What does it mean for Russell Wilson to have a minor knee procedure done at this age? Can you build a team around Russ at this age? Should Russ focus on getting himself together in spite of everything that took place last year? | The guys discuss the inexperience in the secondary. Can the Broncos afford to lack experience right now? Do the Broncos need more veteran help at edge rusher? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of The Drive starts with could Lamar Jackson be on the move? Did Lamar hurt himself by not having an agent? Also, the Avs are ready to rock and roll vs the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight. Could tonight turn into a "fight for Cale" night? How would Derek be an enforcer? Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase talks about Russell Wilson taking time to take that next step next season with the Broncos. If you cut Russ after next season, where do the Broncos go from there? How many more excuses do the Broncos have moving forward? | Derek and Mat discuss the Avs current 6-game winning streak. Denis Malgin has worked his way up in the rotation and the guys give him props. Should we all go back to cable? | Will Petersen joins The Drive and things get extra weird for no reason. Will gives everyone the latest on the Avs before they drop the puck at 6pm on TNT! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of The Drive starts with bad news from the Avalanche Camp. Mat Smith discusses it! Also, the crossover has a heated discussion about how the Nuggets will get back on track. Do the Nuggets make the city of Denver nervous heading into the playoffs? How much should we care about the WBC tonight? | Cam Newton is going to throw at Auburn’s pro day. The guys discuss why this is irrelevant. Derek talks about Cam Newton and Von Miller’s careers. The guys discuss how do you sure up the DE/OLB room moving forward. | The CU women’s basketball team got the win over #3 seeded Duke on Monday night. How far can they go? Also, the Avs are finding their groove, but can the goalie play be sustained? | Our Denver 7 Broncos Insider Troy Renck joins The Drive. Troy discusses where the Broncos go at WR as they continue to shop around for better options. Could Jeudy realistically attract a 1st round pick? Will Caden Sterns take over for K-Jax at safety next season? Troy gives his most important needs still left. Could more restructuring of contracts take place for the Broncos?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Drive leads in with more Coach Prime euphemisms from Day 2 of CU Football Spring Practice. Derek and Mat discuss how setting a standard matters in sports. Do you lose respect for guys who don’t put in the work? What type of coach is needed to develop a great football player? Derek talks about having a tough mentality when building towards greatness. Will the Nuggets officially remove the dark cloud from over their head and start winning? | Our Denversports.com Senior Editor James Merilatt joins The Drive. James talks about how the Broncos restructuring contracts will help them now and later. Who would want to take on some of the Broncos bad contracts moving forward? Where do the Broncos get better and where should they plug more holes? James goes through it! | The guys take some time to discuss upcoming rule changes that will be on the table at the next NFL league meeting. How many changes would affect future playoff teams the following season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of The Drive sets up with Hard Knocks talk. The guys get into the criteria of what makes a great Hard Knocks team! Who are the projected teams to be in the running this season? Who’s the team that stands out? | The sleeper team emerges from the ashes and Mat tells you who they are! Where will Cam Newton end up after today? | Jared Bednar gets an extension from the Colorado Avalanche! How important is stability for this team and Coach Bednar? Will this vote of confidence fuel the Avs to make another cup run? | How will Jeudy ever command a 1st round draft pick? Derek tells several stories from how his rookie season and freshman year were full of being pranked! Riley Dixon has come back to Denver as the Broncos set up for a punter battle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of The Drive starts with more Riley Dixon news as he comes back to Denver! Mat discusses the original argument around Riley when he was drafted. Our Denversports.com Senior Broncos Writer Andrew Mason joins The Drive. Mase has a PSA for all men in the Rocky Mtn. Region. Mase discusses how bringing in Riley Dixon says a lot about the new culture for the Broncos. The Broncos have some decisions to make in the NFL Draft. Should WR be higher on their list? Could a WR trade still happen? Mase answers some pressing NFL rule change questions! | The guys play a fun game of fill in the blank for people who believe in ties! How should the NFL spice up the ending of games for the NFL. | Will Petersen comes on to set the record straight about why exactly the Broncos shouldn’t trade Jerry Jeudy. Who are the special players on the Broncos right now? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.