Stokley and Evans with Mark Schlereth
Stokley and Evans with Mark Schlereth

<p>Kick your day off in style! Stokley and Evans with Mark Schlereth brings you fresh sports takes, the news of the day and a whole lot of laughs. Listen along as Mike Evans uses every trick in his journalist book to try and balance Mark&rsquo;s child-like humor with Stokley&rsquo;s Cajun charm every weekday morning from 6am - 10am. Oh&hellip;and did we mention they&rsquo;ve also won five Super Bowls?</p>

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour discussing if the Nuggets need to make a trade for tomorrow’s deadline. The guys answer some questions from the 7am listeners about Stoke’s profile pic, the barn Mike supposedly painted, and how to fix the Avs’ terrible power play. They debate who bears more blame for the Avs’ power play between the players and the coaches. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Pro Bowl will never die and Drake Maye has a Muppet voice.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show unexcited for the Super bowl before lifting their spirits hearing about how Stoke’ is handling being home alone without The Anchor. They recap a Nuggets’ comeback that fell short, and they wonder if the Nuggets should make a trade by tomorrow’s deadline. Lindsey Vonn is playing through the pain for the Olympics, taking on the downhill with a ruptured ACL; Mike and Stoke discuss whether it’s the right decision to ski on it. The 6am listeners ask the 6am Duo about the hosts' homerism, their favorite fast-food burgers, and the hardest hit Stoke ever took. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour on a dour note as they look back at 4th & 1 after even more criticism about the call.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with Story Time with Stink where Stink’s own father comparing him to Stoke. The guys give the 9am listeners a chance to hear some of Mike Klis’ ace reporting about the Broncos’ play calling arrangement between Sean Payton and Davis Webb. A former Broncos QB had a curious comment about the state of the Broncos’ building that has the guys wondering if there is legitimate tension between Sean Payton and his offense. Mike caps off today’s show demanding an apology from Stink and Stoke.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour looking at the future of the NFL’s push into international markets. There’s a dynamic of Broncos coaching past that has Mike intrigued and curious about the possibilities for the Payton-Webb dynamic. Mike and Stoke tell everybody about the time they had at the Avs-Red Wings game last night, featuring a dry suite, tons of Red Wings fans, and a problematic power play. The guys vent a little more about their experience at the Avs game to close the third hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour airing out some dirty laundry before Mike tries to defend himself for his Avs takes lately. Mike Klis told us about some signs that the offensive play calling may be turning over to Davis Webb and Stink gives his two cents on what a transition may look like. Mike, Stink, and Stoke explore the scenario that Davis Webb takes over the offense, what would it look like, what are some of the growing pains he’d go through, and Sean Payton’s role in the transition. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Pro Bowl needs to go away, the Broncos are using the AFCCG loss as motivation, and the Hall of Fame voters strike again.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping the Avs loss they went to last night, with The Can swarming with Red Wings fans. It’s official: Davis Webb is the new offensive coordinator for the Broncos. Will he be calling the plays soon? Why would he stay if he wasn’t promised play calling duties? Stoke explains why. Mike is putting Sean Payton’s play calling on the clock and Stoke argues why it’ll only put Davis Webb behind the 8-Ball. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get a definitive report about Davis Webb’s duties as the Broncos’ new offensive coordinator.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour wondering if the Broncos’ coaching exodus is a good thing before speculating what Davis Webb’s job as the OC would even be with Sean Payton calling plays. The NFL’s international slate just came out and it has the Mike more convinced than ever that there will be a Super Bowl in London in the future, Mike and Stoke guys debate Mike’s theory. The Morning Crew speculates about Sean Payton’s coaching timeline, is he nearing the end of his football life? Mike and Stink cap off today’s show trying to lift a very dour Stoke’s spirits ahead of all the social activity he’ll be forced into tonight.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour comparing the NFL draft experts to a rodent before they debate if VJ staying in Denver is really as good as we all think it is. They break down how a fully healthy Nuggets team can dethrone the OKC Thunder and whether the narrative of unprofessionalism about Jamal Murray is unfair now that he’s an All Star. They sort through a what-if scenario: what if the Broncos were in the Super Bowl on Sunday? Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to chop it up about the brain drain on the Broncos’ coaching staff, the offseason priorities for the Broncos’ roster, and the Nuggets’ chances to win the West.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour wondering how the Broncos are going to handle the brain drain they’ve had this offseason. Vance Joseph is staying in Denver after a third of the NFL’s head coaching jobs were open, and the guys discuss why he was passed over yet again. The guys stress how vital it is that the Broncos retain George Paton after rumors came out that the Vikings are interested in him. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the path to OC is open for Davis Webb, a great career move for Klint Kubiak, and choosy VJ’s choose Denver.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with a story abut one of Mike’s neighbors. They recap the Nuggets’ game against the OKC Thunder last night, along with all the news surrounding it like the return of Jokic and Jamal Murray’s first All-Star Game. The NFL coaching Carousel has finally stopped, and VJ has been left without a job once again; the guys express how happy they are to have him back. The 6am Duo look at some mock drafts that have the Broncos shoring up their big positions of need. They discuss the rumor that the Vikings are interested in bringing George Paton back into their fold. What should the Broncos ask for in exchange? The guys discuss whether the Jokic injury was a blessing in disguise considering everything we’ve learned about this version of the Nuggets in the interim.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour downplaying the drama around the Broncos’ offensive staff shuffle. The Morning Crew takes on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge. Can they get off the schneid and get a W this week? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off the week revealing who won in the grand finale of the Broncos fantasy matchup.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour taking a full lap around the Denver sports scene. They read between the lines of the Broncos’ coaching staff’s blowout; they stress the importance of Aaron Gordon to the Nuggets’ title hopes, and they confront Mike for jinxing the Avalanche. They discuss how the Nuggets should handle the rotation with Aaron Gordon out injured for extended time and project what they think the playoff rotation should be. The Morning Crew share their stress dreams before they answer some “Is It Just Me’s” on an “Is It Just Me Friday”.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour talking about the Broncos’ interest in Davis Webb after they interviewed Buffalo QB Coach Ronald Curry. They react to another Broncos offensive assistant departing Sean Payton’s staff as Stink explains what offensive coordinators’ actual jobs are. They get Stink up to speed on the Bo-Payton drama and get his take on it. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ OC search, the nine lives of Nathaniel Hackett, the ratings for Championship Sunday, and Stink’s thoughts on Bill Belichick’s snub from the Hall of Fame.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about what they’re going to do without any (real) football this weekend before recapping a bounce back win for the Nuggets and a bad loss for the slumping Avalanche. They get some breaking Olympic news about Lindsey Vonn. Joe Lombardi spoke about his firing and the guys debate whether it’s just about keeping Davis Webb or if there’s something rotten in Denver. Mike and Stoke tell Nuggets fans why they shouldn’t feel any seller’s remorse after MPJ scored 38 in his return to Denver. The guys wrap up the first hour with an “Is It Just Me” about Sean Payton that has Mike ranting about holding players accountable.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with the best audio of the morning between Bo setting the record straight to Greg Penner talking about how the Broncos have worked through Russell Wilson’s dead cap. They hear how the Broncos’ upper brass is going to approach free agency and it gets the guys talking about George Paton’s pending extension. Mike the Jinx talks Avs fans down after their slump. Stoke goes to Mike and the text line to get some advice for an after-show dilemma. Mike and Stoke listen to Bo Nix talk about Davis Webb and wonder if Bo would prefer to have Webb or Payton in his ear on Sunday’s. They cap off today’s show debating Bill Belichick’s HOF snub and a blubbery coach blubbering at his intro press conference.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour relitigating SpyGate and BountyGate in the wake of Bill Belichick’s exclusion. They break down how flawed the Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process is. They briefly discuss Bo Nix firing back at the Sean Payton putting his injury history out on the streets. They chew the fat about the new stadium that will almost certainly feature a retractable roof. Mike and Stoke wrap up the third hour talking about teams and teammates.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the second hour giving the 7am listeners a chance to hear what Bo Nix had to say about his coach airing his injury history. It wasn’t just drama though, Bo reflected on seeing everything happening from the sidelines and the support he got from his team and the Broncos Country. The sale of the Broncos couldn’t have gone any better and the guys give you a chance to hear why with Greg Penner’s comments about Paton & Payton’s partnership, his input on football decisions, and his evaluation of the 2025 season. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they discuss Bo’s injury, a debilitating blow to the Pats, the GOAT’s take on Billy B’s snub, and the hometown coach.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show discussing Bo Nix’s press conference yesterday and what it could mean for the future of the Bo-Payton relationship. The guys explain why they’re not worried about it and why the sky isn’t falling at Dove Valley. They are worried about Bo’s health going forward; will his ankles be an issue that limits Bo’s career? They wrap up the hour debating the merits of a retractable roof versus open air stadiums after hearing Greg Penner talk about the weather in the AFC Championship Game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour trying to read between the lines of Sean Payton’s comments at the Broncos’ end of season press conference. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to get his areas of improvement for the Broncos, his take on the Broncos’ assistant coaching shuffle, and his projection for the Broncos’ future. The guys discuss the Nuggets’ loss to the Pistons, fine time at CU, and Sam Malinsky’s new contract. Stoke caps off today’s show with a crazy blockbuster trade proposal for the Nuggets.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with Stoke telling everybody about Mrs. S getting on his case about his waistline. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to give his take on the 4th & 1 call, the assistant coach firings, and the Hall of Fame voting. Mike updates Stoke on the Wikipedia vandal before they unpack their interview with Joel Klatt, his take on the assistant coaches in particular. The guys wrap up the third hour disputing a report about the coaching cycle relative to Sean Payton’s play calling duties.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the second hour debating whether Bo Nix needs to change his playstyle after news came out that he was predisposed for his injury. Mike explains why the assistant coaching firings, Joe Lombardi’s firing in particular, is a good thing for the Broncos. It’s fine time at CU, Mike and Stoke explain why they like Coach Prime’s patented new fine system for the CU Football program. The Broncos are getting a windfall with Russell Wilson's dead cap money coming off the books and the guys put together their free agent Wishlist. They discuss what to do with JK Dobbins in case he comes back to the team, should it affect the Broncos’ plans for free agency?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show unpacking the deluge of Broncos news that came out yesterday, starting with the update on Bo’s ankle. They recap the Nuggets’ loss to the Detroit Pistons. Mike and Stoke continue to break down Broncos news, discussing what the firing of offensive coordinator and longtime Sean Payton lieutenant Joe Lombardi means for the team and for Davis Webb. Sean Payton reflected on the decision to go for it on 4th & 1 but the guys aren’t satisfied with his answer, would you prefer that he took ownership of the call? The guys chop it up about sporting news outside of Denver, debating a puzzling decision from the Hall of Fame.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour in a better mood than yesterday, defending Jarrett Stidham from the influx of criticism and undue hate he’s gotten after the AFC Championship Game. The guys talk through their feelings from Sunday’s loss and adopt a new positive attitude about the offseason ahead of the Broncos before they give the 9am listeners a chance to hear Mike Klis report about the Raiders’ interest in Broncos QB Coach Davis Webb. The guys hear from the Broncos’ underachiever of the season and he sounded a little frustrated with his role and the guys wonder if he’ll be back with the team next year. The guys cap off today’s show with some breaking NFL coaching news that may affect the Broncos’ staff.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking through their bad feelings about the Broncos’ season ending. It’s looking more and more likely that Vance Joseph will return as the Broncos’ defensive coordinator and the guys wonder if VJ will ever get a golden head coaching opportunity. Mike and Stoke look through all the Broncos’ free agents and pick who they want to stay and who the Broncos can let go of. JK Dobbins wants to stay with the Broncos but do the Broncos want to keep him? Mike and Stoke debate what to do with Dobbins and what kind of RB the Broncos need to pursue. The guys wrap up the third hour debating the merits of a retractable roof stadium versus an open air stadium.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the second hour coming to the defense of Jarrett Stidham after all the backlash that’s come out against him. An ESPN writer got a look behind the Sean Payton curtain, how the Broncos’ coach planned the game, why he didn’t take the field goal, and how he was feeling after the loss. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some insight into Sean Payton’s mindset after the 4th & 1 decision, the Broncos’ next steps in the offseason, and the growing interest in Davis Webb. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they wonder if the Pro Bowl means anything anymore, they preview an unlikely Super Bowl matchup, they put their tinfoil hats on for a huge coincidence, and holy providence propelling Seattle.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show getting Stoke’s insight into what the day after a huge playoff loss and what the day after the day after is like. Should the Broncos bring back JK Dobbins for next year? Or, should the Broncos keep looking for the true RB1 of the future. Mike fills Stoke in on some coaching carousel news before they look at a poll our own Zach Bye put out about the new stadium. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour lamenting the decline of the Pro Bowl after seeing Shedeur Sanders made the cut.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with a question: is the 2025 season a success or a failure after the AFC Championship Game? The guys break down the 4th & 1 decision by the numbers, how the Broncos performed before and after that fateful decision. Should the Broncos move away from Will Lutz? The Morning Crew refer to the Zapruder film of Will Lutz’ blocked field goal before running through all of the mistakes the Broncos made to give the game away. They lay out how important it is that the Broncos upgrade every single skill position on offense. Mike takes the show home telling everybody why he thinks weather games are overrated.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour referring to the old NFL adage: more games are lost in the NFL than they won. The Morning Crew break down how the Broncos gave away yesterday’s game. The guys take a break from all of the doom and gloom and what-if's to look back at what a great, successful season it was for the Broncos and look ahead to the bright future that lies ahead of the team. Stoke proposes that Sean Payton give up play calling duties. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to give his takes on the decision to go for it on 4th down and how the 2025 season will be remembered.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour telling us all about their experience at the game from Peyton Manning’s suite. They get Stink’s take on the decision to pass on the field goal. Stink breaks down the X’s & O’s of the play call on that fateful 4th down, and he calls out an issue with offensive football around the league. The guys debate the importance of the run game and how much the Brocos’ lack of a run game hurt them. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where Sean Payton runs through his regrets about the game, Jarrett Stidham breaks down the backward pass, the rags to riches story of Sam Darnold, and the bleakest silver lining ever.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show lamenting the end of the Broncos’ season, especially since it was a game they both feel like the home team should’ve won. They dive deeper into the failed 4th down attempt and they play the “what-if” game with the QB’s. Do the Broncos win if Bo Nix plays? Mike explains why he thinks snow games are overrated before they distribute blame to everybody who lost the game for the Broncos from Jarrett Stidham to Will Lutz. Did the decision to go for it on 4th down singlehandedly cost the Broncos? Or, were there other factors that went into the loss?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour joined by 9News meteorologist Chris Bianchi to get a weather forecast for the AFC Championship Game, will the forecast favor the Broncos or the Patriots? The Morning Crew play The If Game where they present their keys to the game; the Broncos will win or lose if...? Mike and Stoke put together their AFC Championship Game fantasy football matchup, how did they in the Divisional Round? How will they and the Broncos fare on Sunday? They update everybody on the NFL coaching carousel before making their fearless predictions for the AFC Championship Game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour calling Mike out for his BS before they discuss Sean Payton giving the Patriots some bulletin board material. They debate how ready Jarrett Stidham is for game action after so long out of game action. Our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to update us on JK Dobbins’ status and to break down how the Broncos need to defend the Patriots offense. The Morning Crew tell everybody about Stink getting called into the principal’s office before they hear Peyton Manning’s take on how to prepare for a big game like the AFC Championship Game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting a bunch of gifts from the fan mail before they update the 7am listeners about the Broncos injury report and JK Dobbins’ status for Sunday’s game. It’s all eyes on Jarrett Stidham and Sean Payton’s offense, we hear about it from prominent football people like Peyton Manning and Josh McDaniels. Mike offers the listeners a chance to hear from the Treehouse Gang as they hear how VJ and Hurricane Josh are approaching the AFC Championship Game. Stink breaks out a surprise Telestrator film breakdown on all of Jarrett Stidham’s passes from the 2023 season.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show nervous about Jarrett Stidham starting on Sunday after so much time on the bench. It's award season in the NFL and a couple of Broncos are up for some hardware but there is one major Bronco that got snubbed. The 6am Duo give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Peyton Manning had to say about the parallels in Sunday’s game, the Broncos’ QB’s, and his so-called best friend. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour hearing from Stoke’s old coach talking about Payton’s scheme and Jarrett Stidham.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour joined by Broncos legend Peyton Manning. Peyton details how he expects Sean Payton to prepare Jarrett Stidham to spot start on such a large stage, he breaks down why he believe Bo Nix is the long-term answer at QB, and he officially kicks Stoke out of the circle. The Morning Crew takes on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge, how will a splintered Morning Crew fare? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show discussing how the Broncos can find a way to pin their ears back and beat up Drake Maye.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour shutting down some of the conspiracy theorists at The Fan who are speculating about Bo’s injury. They discuss Sean Payton’s mentality for this week with all of the challenges he’s facing ahead of the Patriots. The Broncos’ homefield advantage played a huge part in the Broncos’ win over the Bills but Patriots QB Drake Maye doesn’t seem worried, The Morning Crew tells the 8am listeners how the crowd affects the game. Stoke tells a story about an incident in the shower while he was playing under Josh McDaniels before they refer to our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to dispel the conspiracy theories about Bo’s injured reserve status.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour arguing over who’s prettier before they hear Jarrett Stidham talk about his upcoming start on Sunday. They get optimistic about Stiddy as they highlight how important it is that the defense cleans up their act for the Championship game. The speculate what Payton’s plan will be for Jarrett Stidham and the offense before The Morning Crew wraps up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they worry about Stiddy getting up to speed, Josh McDaniels’ strengths as an OC, and how to attack Drake Maye.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Stoke telling us how the smelling slats stunt went over with The Anchor before he gets a little defensive about his best friend, who we will hear from later in the show. The guys gauge their confidence in Jarrett Stidham after hearing from the man of the hour and his coach. The 6am Duo give the 6am listeners a chance to hear Joel Klatt’s final grade on Bo’s 2025 season and why he thinks Indiana’s National Championship is one of the most important games in CFB history. They hear Mike Vrabel talk about playing at altitude, Jarrett Stidham, the Denver Defense, and his own QB’s butterfingers. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour with Bo’s message to Broncos Country and the ratings the Broncos pulled in facing the Bills.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discussing how much the Broncos should put on Jarrett Stidham’s plate heading into the AFC Championship Game. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to confront him about his criticism of the officiating in the Bills-Broncos game and to tell us why Stidham can beat the Patriots. The guys unpack their visit with Dan Orlovsky, from the controversial calls to what they expect from Sean Payton’s game plan. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show speculating what JK Dobbins will do and should do for the AFCCG.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour doing smelling salts ahead of their visit with Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, who hops on the line to talk about the big win, put a final grade on Bo’s season, and tell us what Indiana's National Championship victory means to College Football. They unpack their interview with Joel Klatt as they come down from their smelling salts talking about the difference between Coach Prime and Cignetti’s coaching styles. The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour with a question: would you rather have Troy Franklin or Pat Bryant back for the AFC Championship Game?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour telling us all about his misadventures at the supermarket. Stink has a bone to pick with Mike and Stoke as he breaks out his extensive notes on the Patriots and where the Broncos can attack them. Stink breaks down Drake Maye’s fumbling issues and looks at how the Patriots defense can stifle the Broncos’ offense. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they get a weather report, Coach Capri Pants comes to the West, and bad blood in the NFC South.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show watching ESPN on their Lakers kick before they put the Broncos’ position into perspective and ask a question: how much can Stidham handle this week? Do the Broncos absolutely need JK Dobbinson Sunday? At what point does a player decide to play through an injury? They look ahead to Sunday’s matchup with the Pats, are they schedule merchants? How strongly do the Broncos believe in Stiddy? The Broncos will be playing with house money in the AFCCG but will the house win this time? Stoke wraps up the first hour calling out a beloved Nuggets player who needs to step up his game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with an injury report on JK Dobbins from Mike Klis before they scout the guy who figures to be the next QB for the Raiders: Fernando Mendoza. They give their old friend Scott DeHuff the business before they hear some talking heads explain why they feel good about Jarrett Stidham’s chances to beat the Patriots. Mike Klis says that Bo Nix has a long recovery ahead of him and the Morning Crew wonder how his ankle injury will affect his development heading into Year 3. Stink gives some insight into a procedure Bo got last offseason to cap off today’s show.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour debating the efficacy of the running game. Stink scouts RJ Harvey’s game as a rookie to determine whether he’s a lead back of a 3rd down guy. They discuss the issues with the way that College Football works nowadays now that the season is over. Mike plays the part of the station’s Serious Hockey Guy before they refer to Joe Burrow’s judgement on MacMillian’s controversial interception. Stink breaks down the Broncos’ leaky run defense in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour recapping the Hoosiers’ National Championship win and their QB’s chances in the NFL playing for the Raiders. There seems to be some growing optimism that Jarrett Stidham could be get the job done, are you expecting Sean Payton to dial up something special or will it be business as usual? Stoke breaks down Bo’s best passes in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show discussing how the Broncos are handling Bo Nix’s injury before they congratulate the most unlikely National Champion. They gauge their trust level in Val Nichushkin. Mike and Stoke talk about the newest coaching hire in the coaching carousel and how it affects Vance Joseph’s chances at a second chance. They break down what the Broncos cleaned up against the Bills like the taking the ball away, something they think the Brocos need to do as the Patriots come to their playoff house of horrors.  Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get a bunch of injury updates on JK Dobbins, Troy Franklin, and Bo Nix.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour riding the rollercoaster of emotions after Saturday’s game. They give a denouement on Bo’s sophomore season. Mike points out the amazing job the Sean Payton has done in Denver in just three years. Stink taunts Stoke about the great time he had at Saturday’s game in Peyton Manning’s suite before they hear a couple of well wishes for Bo from the other coaches in Denver. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show with the best audio of the day.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour reminding Broncos Country about the position that the Broncos are in spite of Bo Nix’s injury: the AFC Championship Game. They wonder how Jarrett Stidham will do after being thrown into action on the biggest stage. They break down Josh Allen’s bad game against the Broncos and why nobody should feel bad for him. They address controversial calls near the end of the game. How will Sean Payton and Jarrett Stidham handle the unusual circumstances? Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us from his cozy home office to tell us about the rollercoaster of emotions from Saturday and why he’s so down on the rest of the season.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour addressing the negatives from Saturday’s win before Stink tells us about going to the game with Stoke’s best friend. They express their sympathies for Bo after the great year the young QB has had. Stoke’s head is still spinning from the whirlwind injury to Bo and speculate how it happened before they look ahead and break down how the Broncos can win with Jarrett Stidham on Sunday. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Bo’s devastating injury and crying about calls.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show celebrating a very bittersweet win over the Buffalo Bills. They celebrate what it means for this young Broncos team and the fallout from Bo Nix’s injury. Stoke breaks down the controversial Jaquan MacMillian interception and explains why it was the right call. The guys address the controversial pass interference penalties and all the other “controversial” calls that went the Broncos’ way. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour with the burning question on everybody’s mind: can Jarrett Stidham follow in Nick Foles and Jeff Hostetler’s footsteps?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour carrying over their conversation about Sean Payton’s play calling. The Morning Crew play a game: The Broncos Win If... and The Broncos Lose If... as they preview tomorrow’s game. The guys single out some under-the-radar Broncos players who could make a huge impact on a Broncos victory. Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off Bills week with their fearless predictions for the Broncos’ matchup against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with a close call for Mike before Stink hears why Zach is still rooting for the Bills and the Josh Allen themed questions we prepared for The Drive. Stoke explains why he isn’t worried about the Broncos winning or losing in tomorrow’s game. Our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to give us insight into the vibe around the Broncos locker room, a health update for the Bills, and his perfect Payton gameplan. Sean Payton was very introspective about being more conservative as a play caller as he’s gotten older and the guys discuss the downsides of this mentality.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting gassed out by the appropriately named Stink before they debate how much pressure the Broncos really have on them. Sean Payton was reflective about his play calling as he’s gotten older and the guys discuss how it has manifested in this year’s offense. They get some insight into the source of the Stink before they break down the X’s and O’s of the Broncos’ matchup with Buffalo. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they’re talking about practice, Josh Allen addresses the altitude, upset alert, and a preview for the NFC bracket.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show excited and nervous about Saturday’s game. They finally get Zach Bye’s pick for tomorrow's game and hold him accountable for the week of fence sitting. Well darn, it looks like we lost at this week’s Trivia... but did we really though? Mike and Stoke give the 6am listeners a chance to hear the questions we prepared for The Drive. Stoke explains why he is confident that the Broncos will win tomorrow’s game against the Bills. The 6am Duo talk about pressure, who is under the most pressure between both teams and who is the under-the-radar Bronco who is feeling the most?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour pointing out that Josh Allen and the Bills are not, in fact, invincible. The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge, will they shake off the New Year’s rust this week after a 1-3 showing last week? The Morning Crew cap off today’s show eagerly filling out their Broncos-Bills fantasy matchup.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking about the Broncos’ motivation for Saturday’s game. They make fun of Zach’s childlike love for Josh Allen as the Morning Crew talks about the cuts and bruises that his QB has. They discuss Vance Joseph’s coaching journey and how he’ll handle himself during this coaching cycle. They break down why the Broncos need to stick with the run game no matter what against the Bills. They talk about food courts and get into a debate about how long leftovers are good for.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour hearing about Mike’s food court frenzy after yesterday’s show. Stoke is wondering how much Saturday’s game will help or hurt Vance Joseph’s chances to get his second chance to be a head coach. Is Josh Allen being overhyped? Stoke explains why Josh Allen isn’t as formidable as Broncos Country is making him out to be. Mike did some exhaustive research on the Buffalo run game and the Broncos’ run defense to break down the biggest threat to the Broncos. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they chop it up about how much facing a familiar foe helps, attacking downhill in the running game, a Paytonesque fit in New Jersey, and the plan for Travis Hunter.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show trying to figure out how to stop Superman on Saturday. Will a short week for Buffalo benefit the Broncos? They give the 6am listeners a chance to hear Joel Klatt’s concerns about the offense. Is Saturday’s game a race to 24? Stoke tells us about how players motivate themselves before they hear some insight into the mind of Josh Allen. The national media is down on the Broncos but Mike and Stoke see  an opportunity for the Broncos this Saturday against the reigning MVP.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour airing some grievances about the fat jokes before they get a weather and injury update for the Broncos’ game on Saturday. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, who breaks down how the Broncos match up with the Bills and predicts how the coaching carousel will go. Stink got into it with some Boston media yesterday and the guys address the national perspective surrounding the Broncos coming off of their interview with Dan Orlovsky. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show chopping it up about Bo’s mentality, Sean Payton’s favorite Denver media punching bag, and a young Eagles fan getting his wish.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour discussing the difficulties and pitfalls that may come with the Broncos’ first home playoff game. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to share his concerns about the Broncos’ chances against the Bills and to discuss the thoughts on Jordan Seaton entering the transfer portal. The guys answer some texts calling out coaches and Stink before they put Von Miller’s hopes of returning to the Broncos down gently.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour sampling some of Mrs. S’s rice crispy treats, hearing about Stink giving the Boston media a hard time, and laughing about Sean Payton’s burning hatred of a particular member of the Denver media. Payton and Bo both talked about getting off to a fast start, but what does that even mean? Stink and Stoke explain what it should mean for the Broncos on Saturday. Mike has a theory that the Broncos may already have a plan to defend Josh Allen and the Bills, but does it hold water?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show looking forward to the Broncos’ playoff game after a bye week. Stoke educates the 6am listeners on what goes into the week of prep when you have the bye in the playoffs. They debate what the Nuggets need to give up in order to keep Peyton Watson in Denver. Sean Payton and the 6am Duo play the role of playoff myth buster to debunk the myth of playoff experience. Mama Nix chimed in about her son’s upcoming playoff game and Mike thinks it’s very enlightening about how Bo carries himself. Should Bruce Brown be out of the rotation? Stoke tells us who he thinks should take his place. Von Miller desperately wants to return to the Broncos but the guys explain why Von’s time has passed in Denver.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour quizzing Mike on their Telestrator Tuesday breakdowns. They chat about some John Harbaugh rumors. They discuss the Payton & Paton working relationship after the last few years with George Paton’s contract extension coming up. Mike plays the All-Pro Game with Stink as they highlight the Broncos’ special teams. Stink hears about the most recent Cody incident. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show discussing the major departures at CU and the downturn of Coach Prime’s program.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour highlighting an astute young Philly sports fan... that Stink makes about himself. The guys break down the biggest weakness on the Bills defense that the Broncos need to exploit to make it to the AFC Championship. The guys chat about trading cards after the latest LeBron antics. Stink breaks down the weaknesses of the Bills defense and their offensive weapons in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with a few orders of business about last night’s game. The guys make fun of Zach Bye for his Josh Allen love fest yesterday before they address Jinxy Cat ending the Avs’ home winning streak. Stoke breaks down the dangerous Buffalo running game and pitches some wrinkles for the Broncos offense in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover topics like the weather report for Saturday’s game and Rodgers’ rough retirement.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show hearing about another incident Stoke had with his very bad Micro Sheepadoodle. The guys let the listeners air their grievances against our resident Bills fan, Zach Bye, for his takes about Saturday’s game. They update the fans on what’s going on with the Avs and the Nuggets. The Broncos got 6 AP All-Pro's, Stoke tries to name them, including one of the most under-the-radar All-Pro's we’ve ever seen. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get an injury update on the Broncos ahead of their Divisional round matchup and to get his take on the schedule.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour looking back at their ranked-choice opponents for the Broncos as they look ahead to the Bills. Stoke is clutching his pearls about Bears coach Ben Johnson’s conduct after his team’s huge win over the Packers, the guys debate how a coach motivates his team. Sean Payton dispelled one of last week’s narratives and the guys applaud him for his accountability, but it may hurt the fans’ confidence heading into their matchup against the Bills. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show dancing on the Chargers’ graves.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour previewing the Broncos’ matchup with the Bills. Is the key to victory Bo’s legs? The guys check in on the Jokic-less Nuggets and the rolling Avs. They debate the way Bears coach Ben Johnson conducted himself after beating the Packers. They make their predictions for the National championship game and Stink breaks down Fernando Mendoza’s game as the Raiders’ presumptive next QB. The guys break down the Broncos’ weaknesses on defense ahead of the divisional round before addressing some Merilatt twitter drama.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour giving their condolences to Stink for his Chargers getting knocked out before they get Stink’s take on the Bills matchup. Stink and Stoke explain why it is important that the Broncos maintain their identity on defense to beat the Bills. The guys pinpoint the weaknesses of the Bills roster. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the rare opportunity to play in the postseason, a stat that vindicates Mike, the fallout for the Chargers, and the blessed Bears.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to wildcard weekend and breaking down the Broncos’ opponent: Zach Bye’s Buffalo Bills. The matchup is set for Saturday, something that may be an advantage for the Broncos in a tough matchup with the Bills. The guys debate whether Justin Herbert is overrated or not before they discuss whether the Broncos will be rusty after so much time off. Mike and Stoke rave about the Nuggets’ depth guys holding down the fort and the Avalanche rolling on a clear path to the #1 seed in the west. Mike explains why he loves the Broncos’ matchup with the Buffalo Bills to wrap up the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth with Mike throwing out his own Is It Just Me about the very real possibility that Vance Joseph will be a bridesmaid this coaching cycle. The Morning Crew come together to come up with a workout and diet plan to get Stoke down to his playing weight. Mike and Stoke get the results of last week’s Broncos fantasy matchup. The Morning Crew cap off the week predicting who Miami will see in the National Championship and who the Broncos will see in the Divisional Round.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with Stoke’s eventful day before they dig into the awesome game between Ole Miss and The U in the College Football Semifinals. They have an in-depth discussion about the college game that has become a professional league in the age of NIL. Our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to tell us about the Broncos' assistants who are getting interest around the league and to tell us what the national perception of the Broncos is. The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour with a feel-good story about a maligned Avalanche player rebounding and redeeming himself.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with some praise for Stoke... and some very mean (read: funny) nicknames for him as well. The guys pitch some ideas for Stink’s podcast. Stoke tries to extend an olive branch to the missus before Stink takes the SHG test. Stoke has a trade target for the Broncos this offseason that has Stink intrigued. The guys debate whether there’s time for  the Broncos to fix their offense before the playoffs and how to do it. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos’ coaches are in high demand and there are upset alerts for Wildcard Weekend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Stoke live in studio to chop it up about playoff football and the Dover incident yesterday. The Avalanche wagon keeps on rolling on the back of Josh Manson’s Gordie Howe Hat Trick, but are you worried that the Olympic break is going to cool off the hottest team in the league? The 6am Duo have heard the concerns about the Broncos’ offensive line since the Broncos’ season wrapped, they share their own concerns about them heading into the playoffs. Which team do you want to see the Broncos play next week, Mike and Stoke debate to end the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour pointing out the Broncos' areas of improvement over the bye. They make the case for David Adelman to enter the Coach of the Year conversation after the Nuggets’ last two wins and they make the case for Jamal Murray to make his first All Star Game as well. The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge, how will they perform after their own bye weeks? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show hearing two legendary Broncos QB’s talking about the current QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour getting an early weather forecast for the Broncos’ divisional round and they discuss why some bad weather could be a good thing for the Broncos’ playoff run. Mike explains why the Nuggets’ east coast road trip is the best losing road trip in NBA history. Mike tells the story of the time he fell through the ice playing pond hockey... and the players immediately call BS. The Morning Crew react to the latest head coach firing before they reflect on Garrett Bolles’ journey from pariah to beloved here in Denver.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour planning for the snow before Stink and Stoke educate the 7am listeners about how teams handle the first-round bye. Peyton Manning talked about the intense scrutiny that Bo has seen this season and the Broncos’ measuring stick for success. The NHL is looking to the Avalanche to save one of their time-honored traditions. The Nuggets may have a Peyton Watson problem on their hands after the young man stepped up his game, the guys debate whether they should sign him or who the Nuggets could ship out to keep PWat. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Jerry Jones’ pipe dream, the end of Russ’ career, and the College Football Semifinals.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show kicking off a full weekend of playoff football between college and the pros. Do you think it’s a bad idea and a bad look for the College Football Semifinals to play on a weeknight? Mike believes David Adelman has earned his stripes after the Nuggets notched another improbable win on the road. The 6am Duo give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, unearthed about Bo Nix in the clutch. The guys react to John Elway’ glowing praise for the current Broncos core between Bo Nix’s clutch gene and Sean Payton’s COTY case. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour hearing Joel Klatt’s concerns about the Broncos backing into the playoffs and asking the question: If Jamal Murray isn’t an All-Star this year, will it ever happen?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discovering a Wikipedia vandal before debating who the greatest team captains in Denver sports history are. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to get some interesting stats about Bo Nix and to get his take on the Broncos’ recent defensive deficiencies. The guys unpack the fascinating info that Dan Orlovsky told them about Bo before they debate who the greatest leader in Broncos history is between John Elway and Peyton Manning. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show with even more Wikipedia vandalism and all manner of malapropisms.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” about Stoke’s ever-increasing waistline before they wonder how much VJ’s head coaching interviews might cut into the prep for the Divisional round. What are VJ’s chances of getting hired with John Harbaugh on the market. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to share his worries about the Broncos heading into the playoffs, CU's performance in the transfer portal, and his predictions for the College Football Playoff semifinals. The guys unpack their interview with Joel Klatt talking about Sean Payton’s scheme and how he needs to adjust ahead of the playoffs. The guys wrap up the third hour with some Tell Me Why I’m Wrong’s about the Nuggets’ injuries being a blessing in disguise and Landy’s leadership.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour arguing and debating how a head coaching candidate should approach the opportunity. They look back at Stink and Stoke’s playoff resumes. Stoke regales us with the story of his little dog Cody’s crappy Christmas. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour with Stoke telling us about the most nervous flyer of all time, the Nuggets’ game tonight, and the construction at DIA.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with a very peppy Mike Evans telling Stoke about VJ’s upcoming head coaching interviews. Stoke gives his take on how a team needs to handle the first-round bye. We get a couple of updates on Jokic and Gabirel Landeskog’s injuries. The 6am Duo kick off a first round bye Tell Me Why I’m Wrong Wednesday where they dispute the idea that Stoke should grow a playoff beard, the folks who prefer John Harbaugh to Sean Payton, and the worries about John Harbaugh going to the Raiders. Mike wraps up the first hour making the case for Sean Payton to keep his playcalling duties.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour coming off of Stink’s Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown to dispel the excuses and narratives coming out of Week 18’s game against the Chargers. The Nuggets went into Philly, sat all of their starters, and beat a fully loaded 76ers squad. Big deal or no big deal for the season? The Broncos’ offense struggled to wrap up the regular season but Mike saw a silver lining in Bo’s game. Mike, Stink and Stoke cap off today’s show discussing the College Football Playoffs’ rating in an NIL world.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with an amazing photoshop of Mike, Stink’s Mall of America story, and the Nuggets’ huge shorthanded win over the 76ers. The guys discuss the X’s and O’s that give the Broncos trouble against the Chargers. Stink breaks down the game planning and offensive line play in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown to wrap up the third hour. Was the play calling vanilla? Or were the Broncos’ issues deeper than they appeared?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour telling Stink all about the rough night of sleep that Mike had before they dig into the Nuggets’ win in Philly. Are the Broncos battle-tested enough to make some noise in the playoffs? The Morning Crew set their expectations for the Broncos’ postseason run. Stoke breaks down what the Broncos’ offense had success with for their first drive in their Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The guys wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Sean Payton's superpower and the ratings for the College Football Playoffs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about a rough night of sleep for Mike and a great night for the Nuggets’ depth. Are the Chargers the Broncos’ kryptonite? The Nuggets’ whole team showed what they’re made of, even if the starters didn’t play, could the win in Philly be a rallying point for the team until Jokic comes back? Do you trust the offense in the playoffs or is the onus on the defense? Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some news about VJ’s place in the coaching carousel and to get an injury update.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour celebrating the Broncos’ 14-3 record... but also anxious about the way the Broncos have looked heading into the postseason. Stink and Stoke give a 9am listener a reality check about the Broncos’ offense and the eye test compared to the rest of the AFC. They take a moment to laugh at the Raiders after more Black Monday news came in from the Silver and Black. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show debating how valid Myles Garrett’s sack record is, Stoke ranting about how the Colts handled signing the Phillip Rivers’ signing, and breaking down the transfer portal by the numbers.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour airing their concerns about the Broncos’ offense ahead of the playoffs. They talk Bronco fans off the cliff, referring back to 2015. Stoke and Stink break down where the Broncos struggled on offense. They praise the defense for their improvement in taking the ball away. It’s Black Monday in the NFL and the guys speculate why a certain coach was shown the door. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to give his take on the Broncos’ offense ahead of the playoffs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour asking the big guy if he’s convinced by the Broncos after what he saw from them yesterday. Mike and Stink reiterate their confidence that the Broncos can make the Super Bowl, but they still hold the offense accountable. Stink tells the story of how he got fired by proxy over the weekend before they argue about the run game the Broncos put out yesterday. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the big picture, playoff experience, starting from the bottom, and Wild Card Weekend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show celebrating the Broncos clinching 1st place in the AFC. They discuss how the offense looked against the Chargers backups heading into the playoffs. They update the 6am listeners about Gabriel Landeskog’s scary looking injury. The guys highlight the turnovers the Broncos’ defense generated against the Chargers. They point out the poor blocking in the run and pass game. Are the Broncos the worst #1 seed in NFL playoff history? Stoke seems to think so. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour with all the biggest news and notes from around the NFL after Week 18.
Mike and Stoke discuss what is an 'appropriate laugh.' Jonas Valančiūnas has a calf strain and will miss at least four weeks. Can the Nuggets weather the storm with five key players now sidelined? How soon will Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon return to the court? James Palmer joins the guys to give his thoughts on the 13-3 Broncos heading into the final week of the regular season. Preview of Broncos-Chargers. Who are the top two teams right now in the NFL? Mike and Stoke pick their Week 18 Fantasy Football lineups. Game predictions for Broncos-Chargers.
Joel Klatt joins the guys to discuss the state of college football, the CFP to this point and his feelings on the Broncos heading into Week 18. Who is the scariest team in the AFC? Will Sunday's game be similar to the Broncos vs. Chiefs game from Week 18 last year, in which Denver won 38-0 and Kansas City sat most of their starters. More on the college football playoff - what tweaks need to be made and can anybody stop Indiana?
The guys take a close look at Broncos-Chargers on Sunday. How much is at stake here? How are the Chargers feeling in the visiting locker room? How badly does the Broncos pass rush need to get going again? Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood both NOT selected to play for Team Canada at the Olympics in February. Avs respond by pounding Jordan Binnington and the Blues. Mark joins the guys from Atlanta where he is calling the Falcons-Saints game on Sunday, which will have some playoff implications. What should the expectations be for Sunday?
Mike and Stoke are in for the first show of 2026. It's an 'Is it just me Friday.' Recap of the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. Best of the Dan Orlovsky interview from Wednesday's show. The guys talk about their New Year's Eve and if it's an overrated holiday. Stoke has a passionate opinion of Father's Day. Texts from listeners. Mike and Stoke have differing opinions of Michael Irvin and his antics on the sideline of Miami games.
How will the Nuggets look minus Nikola Jokic? Stoke says it will be a disaster with Jokic off the court. What will the Nuggets record be until Jokic returns? Dan Orlovsky joins the show to give his thoughts on the Broncos compared to the rest of the AFC championship contenders. What does the team need to improve on as they head into the playoffs? Dan gives his honest assessment of Bo Nix. Have we seen enough from Bo to know he is the guy? Hopes and aspirations for 2026.
No Broncos on NFL's All-Rookie Team. Ranking the Broncos rookies this year. What new additions will be added to Mike Evans' big board of B.S. Lies and other nonsense in 2026? College football bowl games and the 12-team playoff. How crazy do you have to be to invest in these bowl games with all of the player opt-outs? The CU Buffs are 5th in the nation as far as number of players in the transfer portal. Highlights and lowlights on the morning show in 2025. Has Bo Nix done more with less than any other QB in the AFC?
More on our Denver sports New Year's Resolutions. Can the Nuggets survive life without The Joker? How will they fare over the next 15-20 games without the 3-time MVP? Now that Jokic is unlikely to capture his 4th MVP, do we pour all our MVP energy into Nathan MacKinnon winning the Hart Trophy? Mike and Stoke harp on the point that windows close quickly in pro sports. Out of the three teams in Denver that can win a championship, which team would you most like to see win it all? Best New Year's Eve memories. Can the Broncos take care of the Chargers, like they did with the Chiefs in Week 18 last year? A peak at NFL's All-Rookie Team - did any Broncos make it?
It's the last day of 2025! Mike and Stoke discuss their New Year's Resolutions for Colorado teams and players. Can the Nuggets stay above water while Nikola Jokic misses time with his knee injury? Time for Jamal Murray to step up and put the team on his shoulders. Mike and Stoke mess with Stink and laugh about his other work commitments that interfere with doing the show. A look at the textline and the listeners New Year's Resolutions for our teams and players.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the fourth hour coming to terms with the Jokic injury timelines, albeit with some optimism about the shorter timeline. Mike vents about ESPN’s (lack of) coverage on Jokic’s injury. They worry about the long term prospects of the Nikola Jokic injury if the worst-case scenario comes to pass. They discuss how Sean Payton motivated the team before the season with his Super Bowl comments and Mike gets Stoke’s take as a player. The guys finally get Nikola Jokic’s diagnosis from Shams and they break down what it means for the Nuggets for this season and beyond. Stoke recaps and re-racks his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown of the Broncos’ go-ahead drive on Christmas night. Mike and Stoke cap off today’s show discussing the Nikola Jokic news and all of the other major injuries the Nuggets have suffered.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour reacting to the Nikola Jokic injury, they speculate the severity and try to play detective when it comes to the injury. They move onto lighter news like the Avs’ continued dominance and the Broncos’ divisional crown. The Broncos’ defense has put out a lacking sack attack since the bye week and the guys argue against Sean Payton’s comments about their struggles. Mike and Stoke wrap up the third hour talking about the big game that the big guy is calling.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour laying out the best-case scenario for Nikola Jokic’s injury. They discuss championship expectations for the Broncos and the Avalanche as their seasons have progressed. Stoke breaks down what the Broncos did in their final drive and shares one of his big worries about the defense in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The guys finish the second hour chopping it up about the decline of cash in modern society.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with their instant reactions to the Nikola Jokic injury. They move onto lighter news like the Avs’ blowout win over the Kings and the Broncos’ AFC West championship swag. They consult an internet doctor before they discuss the Chargers’ starters resting for Week 18. Will the Broncos play like they did last year or last week? Mike has a good gut feeling about Jokic’s injury but can the Nuggets survive without him for any period? They confront Sean Payton for speaking out both sides of his mouth about the pass rush. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get his take on the defensive deficiencies and how he thinks the Broncos will come out against the Chargers.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the fourth hour giving the fans an update about Mike’s snowblower he got from Stink before they discuss the Broncos’ timeline. Are the Broncos ahead of schedule? The guys talk about lovely Christmas presents and not-so-lovely Christmas traveling before they talk about the NBA’s officiating over the weekend. Mike and Stoke highlight the culture the Broncos have built with the right guys along the trenches. Stoke tells us all about his holiday “diet” down in New Orleans. The guys cap off today’s show looking ahead a few months and even as far as next year.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour highlighting the culture that Sean Payton has built with the Broncos. Stoke shares some big worries about the Broncos ahead of the playoffs. They expose some freezing cold takes before they highlight the greatness of Nikola Jokic. They look at the betting line for Week 18 against the Chargers, what are the Vegas wise-guys telling us? Do the Broncos have to worry about a scrappy Chargers team in their quest to secure home field advantage? Mike and Stoke close out the third hour looking forward to the position of need on offense the Broncos need to address this offseason.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour recapping a couple of key plays against the Chiefs in a close game that has Stoke worried about the state of the Broncos ahead of the playoffs. The guys look at how far the Broncos have come since their Christmas night humiliation in 2022 between coaching, ownership, and quarterbacking. Mike and Stoke look ahead to the first place schedule the Broncos have ahead of them next year before they enter 4 Down Territory to cover the AFC West champions, the #1 seed, and the NFL playoff picture.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to the Broncos’ AFC West title and the path to the #1 seed open to them. They recap a historic effort from Nikola Jokic on Christmas. Mike and Stoke sort through some playoff seeding scenarios as they speculate whether the Chargers will even play all of their starters in Week 18. The Broncos took a victory lap on social media after winning the AFC West crown, are you okay with the Broncos feeling themselves after achieving a major goal? Mike and Stoke look back at the parallels between the Super Bowl 50 team and the beginning of the season before Stoke vents about the state of NBA officiating.
John Davis and Chad Andrus are in on the day after Christmas. Recap of the Broncos win over the Chiefs and the Nuggets win over the Timberwolves. Which was more surprising - the Broncos win or the Nuggets victory. Nikola Jokic put on another show last night with 56-16-15. Did Bo Nix’s performance last night change your opinion of him?
More Broncos-Chiefs takeaways. How did the Denver defense play vs. a 3rd string quarterback? How far can the Broncos go in the playoffs and which team provides the toughest matchup? 4 down territory. More Jokic greatness, a look at NBA’s Western Conference and Sean Payton’s game plan and play calling last night.
The John Elway Netflix documentary debuted on Monday. John and Chad give their thoughts on the doc and their favorite Elway playing memories. More on Sean Payton and the Broncos offense controlling time of possession as well as getting Chris Jones to jump offsides on 4th & 2 in the 4th quarter. A look at the AFC playoff scenarios and the Chargers-Texans game tomorrow.
Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report joins the guys to discuss Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets. What message did Jokic send to the NBA last night? Can the Nuggets make a championship run? Plus, did the Broncos defense rebound last night after the poor showing vs. Jacksonville? And more on Bo Nix's play, including using his legs more to pick up first downs.
Chad Andrus and John Davis are in for SEM on Christmas Eve! A look at the six Broncos Pro Bowlers. On a short week, the Broncos will be out a couple guys tomorrow night in Kansas City. Dre Greenlaw and Pat Bryant will likely be out. The guys ask the textline what unique Christmas Eve or Christmas traditions they have. Recap of the Nuggets loss in Dallas last night in which Peyton Watson missed a open 3-pointer at the buzzer. Recap of the Avs 1-0 win over the Utah Mammoth. Did karma come around early for the Chiefs?
Broncos vs. Chiefs. What do we expect from this game? Is this the worst year to have an Olympic hockey break for the Avs? Four down territory: More Avs and Nuggets discussion. Cam Johnson hurt his knee and left last night's game and will undergo an MRI today to determine the extent of the injury. A look at the AFC playoff picture as well as the NFC playoff picture. What is the most likely Super Bowl matchup?
What did Kliff Kingsbury expose about Vance Joseph's defense? VJ was the DC under Kingsbury in Arizona. After tomorrow, Broncos only play 5 more games at Arrowhead Stadium. Does the Broncos-Chiefs rivalry lose some luster if every game is played inside with no elements, starting in 2031? More Nuggets talk, including Peyton Watson's play of late and a possible upcoming contract extension. A look at the Week 17 NFL slate.
Chad presents three scenarios involving the Broncos, Nuggets and Avalanche. John and Alex Becker decide which scenario they would like the most. Will Peterson joins the show to talk Avs and their red-hot play in the first three months of the season. Any concerns for the Broncos on a short week? What Broncos injury is the most worrisome going forward? Reading the textline - favorite Christmas songs and traditions.
John Davis and Aniello Piro open the fourth hour wondering if the Broncos are capable of winning in a shootout. Do you believe that Sean Payton can dial up the offense and outcoach his competition down the stretch? The guys predict which of the current Nuggets will have their numbers hanging in the rafters when it’s all said and done as they discuss the renewed focus that the team seems to have. The Broncos are good again and the Pro Bowl rosters reflect that, how many Broncos got the nod? John and Aniello take a lap around the Denver sports scene as they cover a dominant Avs team, a lazy take about the MPJ trade, and the Broncos’ Pro Bowl resurgence ahead of the playoffs.
John Davis and Aniello Piro kick off the third hour chopping it up about streetwear, Christmas shopping, and the best presents they’ve ever gotten. John explains why the 2025 season will be an abject failure if the Broncos don’t make it to the Super Bowl, contrary to what The Drive believes. They revel in the current golden age of Denver sports as they discuss the Avs’ chances to win the Stanley Cup. Are the Broncos better off losing now? Will the loss to the Jags help the team lock in for the home stretch? The guys discuss the nuances of a loss to close out the third hour.
John Davis and Aniello Piro open the second hour fresh from their interview with our 9News Broncos Insider Mike Klis and they explain why they think the Broncos absolutely need to get the #1 seed now. They recap a dominant Nuggets win as they preview the rest of the season, are the Nuggets the team that will topple the Thunder? John Elway had high praise for Bo Nix lately and the guys explain why Elway’s comments should give you confidence that the Broncos will bounce back against KC. John and Aniello end the second hour stressing how important it is that the Broncos defense gets back on track.
John Davis and Aniello Piro kick off today’s show giving their recap on the Broncos’ loss to the Jaguars as Aniello gives a vibe check from the Broncos locker room after the loss. Is Vance Joseph actually the biggest hurdle to the Broncos’ Super Bowl chances? John and Aniello make their case. They chat about their favorite albums before they discuss how RJ Harvey has stepped up in JK Dobbins’ absence. John Davis and Aniello Piro are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some injury updates from the LB group and his extensive analysis on a Broncos defense that has been fading down the stretch.
Mike Evans and Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour recapping what went wrong in the Broncos’ loss to the Jaguars. They lay out their expectations for Christmas night in KC, how much do style points matter this Thursday night? The guys update the playoff race for the Broncos’ quest to get the #1 seed before they discuss whether the Broncos will cash the reality check they just got from Jacksonville. The guys respond to the messages coming in from the 9am listeners. Mike and Stink cap off today’s show answering texts about the Broncos’ viability and the real team the Broncos should be worried about.
Mike Evans and Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour trying to find the positives after the Broncos; loss to the Jaguars like RJ Harvey’s consistent improvement. Mike explains why his confidence in the Broncos hasn’t been affected after losing to Jacksonville. In fact, they explain why it could be the best thing for the Broncos at this point. They chop it up about the big NFC South game Stink called, including an update on the top button situation. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to give his take on the Broncos’ loss to the Jaguars, is he cool with it or will we see Chicken Little Merilatt emerge once again?
Mike Evans and Mark Schlereth open the second hour wondering if the loss to the Jaguars is a blessing in disguise. Stink disputes the doom and gloom that’s coming from some fans after the loss. How do you balance the short week with coaching up your team after a loss? Stink explains. Which side of the ball has you more concerned after the loss to the Jaguars, the offense or the defense? The guys update how the Nuggets and the Avalanche did over the weekend before they dive into 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ loss, their next steps, the AFC playoff picture, and the absolute duds in the College Football Playoffs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to the Broncos’ 11-game winning streak being broken by the Jaguars. We get a positive update on Pat Bryant after his injury scare. The guys discuss the consequences of the loss to Jacksonville, how does this loss affect the path to the #1 seed?  The Broncos’ defense has underperformed ever since the bye, how worried are you for the stretch run? The guys break down how Bo played in the loss to the Jags. Mike and Stink wrap up the first hour answering questions and responding to the 6am listeners’ takes.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour working through the scenario that the Broncos clinch the #1 seed ahead of week 18 against the Chargers. Would you want the Broncos to rest their starters or keep playing through? Mike and Stoke face off in their weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, will Mike have to buy breakfast for the crew again next week? They address a bit of trivia controversy before taking a step back to appreciate where the Broncos are from just two years ago. Mike and Stoke cap off Jags week by making their fearless predictions for the big game on Sunday.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour highlighting Nikola Jokic’s career milestone with the possibility of setting an unbreakable record. They discuss how long Jokic will play, can the Joker keep going until he’s 40? Mike explains why Sunday’s game against the Jags might be easier than expected. Our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to give insight into the Broncos’ game plan for the Packers, the mentality of both teams playing in Mile high on Sunday, and the advantage of altitude in the playoffs. Mike gives a power outage update to end the third hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour chopping it up about shuffling around Stink’s podcast and trivia tracking as Stink broadcasts from the Overlook Hotel. Are you excited for the College Football Playoff? The Morning Crew discuss the field of play with the controversial selections that made it to the dance. The guys lay out how important Sunday's game against the Jaguars is to the Broncos’ quest for the #1 seed before they pick which team they want to see in the playoffs. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos are getting healthier, Kirk Cousins goes in-depth, and a new diva distraction WR is born.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show wondering why JFM hasn’t signed after the Jags just handed out a new contract to one of their players. Mike gives an update on his power outage situation. The guys recap a great game of Thursday Night Football that sent shockwaves through the NFL playoff picture. They congratulate Nikola Jokic for becoming the big man king of NBA playmaking. They answer some Is It Just Me’s about the grudge Broncos Country holds against Jacksonville and the Broncos’ chances for the Super Bowl on this Is It Just Me Friday. Stink drinks his extra-large cup of stupid as the guys break down the dearth of talent in the Broncos’ TE room and why Evan Engram hasn’t caught on.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour telling Broncos Country why they shouldn’t be overlooking a very dangerous Jacksonville Jaguars squad. The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s weekly Trivia Challenge, can they keep their winning streak alive? Can they go 4-0 for a third week in a row? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show hearing from Johnny Fever’s Most Precious Blood alumni and a stat correction from a 9am listener.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour making fun of Mike’s big head. They break down the Broncos’ operations against the Packers and the mismanagement of the timeouts form Sean Payton. Stink and Stoke give some (terrible) “advice” to all of the students going through their finals. Stink and Stoke share some more of their college stories like Mrs. Stoke taking one for the team (and no, it’s not marrying Stoke in the first place) and Stink quitting while he was ahead. The Morning Crew end the third hour discussing the Broncos getting calloused before the playoffs before it devolves into a debate between the NFL playoffs and Game 7’s.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour filling Stink in on the power outage situation before they discuss the Broncos’ remarkable winning streak and the mental fortitude it takes to maintain that kind of success. Is Sean Payton coddling his players? The Drive thinks so, but our players educate the 7am listeners about coaching. Bo is awfully good on the run this early in his career, but is it really a surprise or is it a sign of the times? The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where “next man up” is a reality for the Broncos, the Jacksonville DB’s have hands, and Puka Nacua hates the refs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with blank rundowns and a very tired, still-powerless Mike Evans. The guys take some texts about Stoke’s slow golfing party before they hear why Sean Payton is taking the Jags very seriously. The guys had Dan Orlovsky on the show yesterday and our ESPN Analyst had a warning for the Broncos defense. The 6am Duo highlight the heartwarming story behind an unknown Bronco’s very first TD to end the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with a thought exercise: which QB’s across the NFL would they trade Bo for straight-up? The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to break down how and why Bo has been playing so well since the mini bye and to tell us where the Broncos rank amongst the NFL. They discuss the pecking order of the AFC playoff picture as they explore the perfect scenario for the Broncos come playoff time. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show with the top audio of the day between Riley Moss, Garrett Bolles, and Mackenzie Blackwood.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour scouting Jacksonville and talking about Travis Hunter’s prospects to keep playing two-way. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to explain his hot take about March Madness, lay out a plan to fix college football, break down Bo’s development, and to give his thoughts on the Michigan situation. They unpack their interview with Joel Klatt by going inside football, talking about how young QB’s tackle zone coverage and how remarkable it is that Bo is getting it. The Morning Crew end the third hour trying to hash out what defines a franchise QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting Stink’s scouting report on the Jags, a team he’s called multiple games for. Bo has been a lot better ever since the mini bye, what’s changed? The Morning Crew breaks it down. The Broncos seem like they’re peaking at the right time but is there another gear they can hit or if there's still room for improvement. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where BroncoMania is running wild, Bo Nix is among the NFL’s top QB’s, the Broncos are dominating by the numbers, and Joel Klatt hates March Madness.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Mike’s alleged wife “standing up for him” before he tells us about his Christmas shopping. They and the Broncos’ players take a moment to appreciate Broncos Country. Riley Moss talks about his first interception of the season and describes what it’s like to be flagged so often. They bag on the Pro Bowl, they hop on the Bo Nix love train, and they tell Broncos fans why they shouldn’t overlook the Jaguars. The 6am Duo answer the 6am listeners asking about Stink’s present from Mrs. Stoke and Bo’s status as a franchise QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour they compare Brandon Jones and PJ Locke’s measurables before Stink and Stoke reflect on the Victory Mondays from their playing days compared to how Sean Payton is handling them. The guys take extreme measures to sanitize and deodorize themselves before they discuss what Riley Moss should do to shed his bad ref rep. The guys break down how Sean Payton managed the end of the game against the Packers, did he put his team in jeopardy? Bo broke ankles and took Micah Parsons’ knee (according to Ryan Clark), The Morning Crew cap off today’s show highlighting Bo’s mobility before and discussing their concerns about injuries with an impending 18 game schedule.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with a present from Mrs. Stoke to Stink. They discuss how important the loss of Brandon Jones, an unsung hero of the defense, is to the unit. Mike casts some stones at the Chiefs and their fans. They recap the Nuggets’ gritty win overtime win over the Houston Rockets. Are you worried about the defense getting leaky like they were at the end of last season? The guys discuss their performance from the last few weeks. Mike tells the tragic story of his grade school spelling bee flameout. Stink breaks down what the Broncos did in the red zone to shut the Packers down and hold them to field goals.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get more info about Brandon Jones’ injury and to get an explanation for Sean Payton’s bristly response to a question yesterday. The players explain the unwritten rules behind the pregame scuffle between the Broncos and Packers. Stoke breaks down everything that went into Bo’s four TD game, Pat Surtain’s key interception, and why he’s lovin’ him some Lil’Jordan Humphrey in his Telestrator Tuesday Film breakdown. The Morning Crew finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the loss of a defensive stalwart, the lenient officiating across the league, and a predictable Monday Night Football game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show assessing the damage that Brandon Jones’ injury does to the Broncos defense, is PJ Locke up to the job? They highlight the Nuggets’ gritty, playoff-style win over the Rockets that was propelled by Spencer Jones. They discuss the bad Rep that Riley Moss has, Mike is wondering if it’s time to plug Jahdae Barron into the lineup and Stoke thinks it’s time for Moss to fight back. Stoke pulls a Stink and tells a story about standing up for himself as he and Mike continue their debate about what Mosse should do about his bad rep. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour talking about goals and how Sean Payton keeps his team motivated.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about playoff-style football and the way the Broncos find a way to win. They also point out a few areas of the game that they didn’t like with the way Sean Payton handled some of the key decisions. The guys examine the skill positions; had RJ Harvey convinced you that he’s the guy? Do the Broncos need to bring in WR help this offseason? They argue about RJ’s size before we get story time with Stink about how he’s turned traitor to help the Texans. The Morning Crew cap off a Reaction Monday discussing whether the Broncos’ victory over the Packers legitimizes them.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking about tempo before they wonder if this was the best game of Bo’s career so far. They highlight the brilliance of Vance Joseph’s game plan against the Packers. They discuss Bo’s development under Sean Payton’s tutelage and they discuss how the coach-QB relationship affects the rest of the team. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to hype up Bo Nix’s game but also air his worries about the Broncos’ defense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting the big guy’s reaction to the Broncos’ big win. Was Bo’s game against the Packers the best game of his young career? The Morning Crew debate. Stink tells us about how he experienced Stoke’s nightmare down in Houston. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the half-marathon of life, the playoff atmosphere, the ripple effect of Pat Mahomes’ ACL tear, and the road to the #1 seed.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to a huge win over the Green Bay Packers. They discuss the implications of the major injuries that struck the league yesterday, especially Pat Mahomes’ ACL injury. Mike and Stoke discuss the play of the game that turned it around. They discuss the Broncos’ amazing turnaround under Sean Payton’s leadership in spite of, or possibly because of his arrogant attitude. The 6am Duo look at Bo and Sean Payton’s odds to get their awards as they wonder if the national narrative around the Broncos will change after the win.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with a tale of two accessories: Sexy Stoke’s sunglasses and Mike’s too-small cap. The guys revel in the big game feeling of Sunday’s game against the Packers. Mike and Stoke face off in their weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, can Mike get off the 4-game schneid he’s been on. Mike and Stoke cap off the week with their fearless predictions for the weekend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour looking at the injury report for the Broncos and the Packers. Mike gets Stoke’s take on appreciating accomplishing something special in the moment. Mike gets some vindication about Jonas Valanciunas. The guys address a trivia controversy. Our NFL Insider, James Palmer who is also joined by Steve Smith, joins the show to explain why the national media has doubts about the Broncos and to talk about the turnaround of the Broncos under Sean Payton. Mike and Stoke finish the third hour discussing how Broncos Country and the team should handle the national media from now on.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour looking way ahead to the possibility that Vance Joseph gets a head coaching job and takes some of the Broncos’ coaches with him. More jokes about Mike’s fat head and tiny hat come in on the text line before the Morning Crew recap a dominant night from the Nuggets and the Avalanche. A listener informs the guys about the disrespect the east coast media is showing the Broncos that has the guys discussing the national narrative around the Broncos. They wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Engram’s struggles, how Sean Payton calls plays, the biggest challenge the secondary has faced all season, and Todd Bowles going full Dennis Green.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off today’s show talking about how teams approach interconference matchups. They recap a couple of big blowout wins the Avs and Nuggets got last night. They get Stink from Houston, who doubles down on his love for the Texans and tells Stoke the late-night dinner roll story. There has been a key name on the Packers injury report that may decide the outcome of Sunday’s game, the guys discuss the implications of that and they debate where Jordan Love ranks among his peers. The Morning Crew wrap up the first hour with some Is It Just Me’s on an “Is It Just Me Friday”.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour sorting through some clinching scenarios for the Broncos to make the playoffs and to bury the Chiefs. It was a 4-0 draw in last week’s Triva Challenge with The Drive, can the Morning Crew pull out a win outright this week? Will the power of Sexy Stoke carry the Crew to victory? Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up today’s show dumping on Russ before Sexy Stoke cuts out early to do some good.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour giving Stoke a makeover. Stink and Stoke share their memories of cold weather games. Mike wants the Broncos to lose... to get it out of the way before the playoffs. Mike tries (emphasis on tries) to defend his take before Sexy Stokley gets the greenlight from The Anchor. They bag on the NBA Cup ahead of the Nuggets’ return to action and they get a potential Stanley Cup preview between the Avs and Panthers.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour talking about backup QB’s after it came out that the Colts, who recently signed Phillip Rivers, wanted to poach one of the Broncos’ backups. The Broncos are facing another game wrecking player in Micah Parsons this Sunday but is dealing with Micah any different from dealing with Maxx Crosby? The Morning Crew break it down. The rookies have been contributing a lot this season and the guys give their draft grades. Is Chris Harris Jr a Hall of Famer? The Morning Crew debate that before they dive into 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ underdog mentality, Sean Payton’s nightlife, buy-in, and the return of Mike Evans.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show making small talk about the weather. They give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, had to say about the growth of the Broncos’ young players, the play calling on the long drives, and his view of the AFC landscape. Stoke tells the 6am listeners all about his pedicure. The national opinion of the Broncos is negative in spite of their success, Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour discussing whether they can change that with a win over the Packers.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour planning a group pedicure before they continue to marvel at the absurd money going around college athletics nowadays. Mike stresses the importance of outright wins for the Avs from now on with the Stars breathing down their necks. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to get his analysis of Bo’s improved footwork, RJ’s improved vision, and he settles a debate on the morning show. They wonder why the Broncos are a home underdog to the Packers when both teams are very similar when you put them under a microscope. They reflect on the journey that Garrett Bolles has gone through in his time in Denver before they take on last look at the AFC to cap off today’s show.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour giving Stink the business about his doubt in the Broncos. They look at the AFC landscape and lay out the road map for the Broncos’ stretch run toward the end of the season. Does Sean Payton have a chance to be the Coach of the Year? The Morning Crew give the naysayers the context of the Broncos’ offensive performance in Vegas. The guys take a moment to expand their conversation about private equity getting involved in college football.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting some insight into Christmas at the Schlereth household. Stink gives his perspective on why the Packers are favored over the Broncos. Mike draws parallels between the Broncos and the Packers offenses as they highlight Bo and the offense’s growth through the season. The Morning Crew looks around the AFC with a weekend of very important football coming up before they dive into 4 Down Territory where they cover long drives, shout out JL Skinner, and old man Rivers is DOA.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about the impending holiday season before they preview the Broncos’ big game with the Packers and recap the Avs’ odd shootout loss to Nashville. Has the offense found its groove at the right time? Is history repeating from a decade ago? The guys get the rare opportunity to hear from Mile High Marv. Has the whole team turned a corner? The 6am Duo answer the listeners’ questions about the lack of deep shots from the Broncos’ offense, the Packers’ inconsistency, and the NHL’s terrible playoff format.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about the tough home stretch before Mike gets the players’ insight into the difference between a player’s coach and a disciplinarian and how Sean Payton toes the line. How much of the Broncos success did Sean Payton speak into existence? How does Payton’s preseason chest puffing contribute to the culture of the team? They look at the barren wasteland of the NFL’s QB market with the reports coming out that Phillip Rivers worked out for the Colts’ vacant QB position. The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show giving Marvin Mims his flowers and looking ahead to the next phase of Russell Wilson’s career.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour carrying over their conversation about Shedeur’s starting job security going into next year. Stink tells a story of when he recovered a fumble and paid the price after watching last night’s turnover fest. The Broncos have won 10 games in a row but are they in danger of getting ahead of themselves with the Chargers on their tail? They remember the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald before putting some fans’ concerns about Bo’s game to rest. Stink breaks down RJ Harvey’s breakout performance against the Raiders in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown, can the rookie RB carry the momentum through the rest of the season?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour hearing Stink’s travel tales before getting Stink’s take on his Chargers primetime win. Mike explains why he likes that the Broncos have a tough stretch to close out the season. Stink tells us about Shedeur after he called the Browns’ game against the Titans. Stoke breaks down the keys to the Broncos’ long scoring drives against the Raiders in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The Morning Show wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they look ahead to the stretch run, preview the divisional race, report elder abuse, and hear from an old friend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to Monday Night Football. How much do the Broncos need to worry about the Chargers on their tail? The 6am Duo take a moment to appreciate how cleanly Bo Nix plays after watching last night’s turnover fest. Special teams have drastically improved over the last few games thanks in part to Marvin Mims but is he being underused as a pass catcher? The guys discuss Bo’s maturity as a passer before hearing an old friend’s TV debut. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get his take on Bo’s performance and to get an injury update.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour highlighting their key takeaways in the Broncos’ victory over the Raiders, from RJ Harvey’s development to Bo’s efficiency. They revel in the downfall of the Chiefs dynasty before they discuss the tough home stretch ahead of the Broncos. Mike and Stoke go in-depth on the Broncos’ finishing kick after Stink hops off the show to hop on a plane back home. The 6am Duo wrap up a victory Monday debating the CFP selection rules amid the Notre Dame controversy.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour recapping Stoke trip back to Baltimore for a championship reunion. They highlight RJ Harvey’s development and the efficiency they saw on offense. The guys break down RJ Harvey’s rapid development, why he seemed to break out so quickly after struggling the last few weeks as the lead back. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to revel in a veritable golden age in the Denver sports sphere.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting Stink’s take on the Broncos’ key win. Bo's numbers didn’t look too impressive in their last two wins but what does the eye test say? How has Bo improved over the last few weeks? The guys get the O-Lineman's take on RJ Harvey’s best game as a pro. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they see Payton’s vision coming together, the Chiefs are finally dead, and Stink spent the weekend with Shedeur.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping the Broncos’ key victory in Vegas. They take a moment to celebrate the end of the Chiefs’ reign over the AFC West. Did RJ Harvey break out against the Raiders? Have the Broncos found the blueprint for a Super Bowl run? Stoke tells us about his trip to Baltimore over the weekend before they discuss the efficiency they saw on offense and why it’s a good thing that Bo was being a game manager yesterday. They reflect what a great time it is to be a Denver sports fan after every team went undefeated over the weekend before they give a reality check to Notre Dame fans.
Mike Evans and Will Petersen without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour carrying over their debate about the Coach Prime regime. The guys explain why Sunday’s game in Vegas could be a blowout. They look at the past to determine how they want the end of the Brocos’ season to go. Would you want the Broncos to carry a long winning streak into the playoffs? How much rest do you want at the end of the season? Mike and Will talk about the future of college athletics after seeing the news of Michigan State’s brand new big donor. The guys cap off Raider week telling people why it’s okay that the Brocos are winning nail-biters before making their predictions for Sunday’s game.
Mike Evans and Will Petersen without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour taking a full lap around the Denver sports scene; talking about the concerning injury reports coming out of Vegas, getting excited about a new era of Rockies baseball, and comparing the big college coaches. Mike and Will are joined by our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to give his take on the Broncos, give us some info about the Raiders’ injury report, and the demise of the Chiefs. Mike and Will end the third hour with a heated debate about Will’s article where he called for Deion Sanders to get fired.
Mike Evans and Will Petersen with Mark Schlereth open the second hour Telling Broncos Country why Sunday’s game in Vegas isn’t a trap game. They praise Coach Prime for making a good move for his staff. There has been much ado about the Broncos’ struggling running game and Stink breaks down RJ Harvey’s struggles carrying the rock. The guys give the 7am listeners a preview of the upcoming documentary about John Elway’s career. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they debunk the myth of scoreboard watching, got soured on George Pickens, celebrate the demise of the Chiefs, and breathe a sigh of relief that Pat Shurmur is finally gone.
Mike Evans and Will Petersen kick off today’s show with Mark Schlereth bouncing around the Denver sports scene debating whether Sunday’s game against the Raiders is a trap game, reacting to a rare Avs loss, and breaking down CU’s new offensive coordinator. There have been a ton of people making parallels between the Super Bowl 50 team and this year’s Broncos, Will and Stink point out a few key differences that could be the difference between success and failure. Should Broncos fans feel worried about winning so many close games? They give Stoke some grief for taking a long weekend before they stress how important it is to have home field advantage of the the Patriots.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour trying to get Stoke’s snow day a movie deal before they take care of their weekly fantasy matchup. The Morning Crew takes on The Drive’s Trivia Challenge after having the holiday off, can they get off of the 2-2 schneid they’ve been stuck on? Mike, Mark, and Stoke cap off today’s show debating between an old friend and the future of CU Football.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour of Stoke’s victory lap day with all of the fun Friday fare. The guys address the Raiders, even if there isn’t much buzz. They wonder how to game plan for new coordinators since the last time the Broncos saw them and they wonder if Pete Carroll will be the head coach for the Raiders next year. Mike Shanahan got passed over for the Hall of Fame yet again and they rave about what a travesty it is that he keeps getting passed over. Is Jamal Murray on a Hall of Fame trajectory if he makes the All Star game this season? The Morning Crew make the case for the Blue Arrow. Who will be the NFL Coach of the Year? Does Sean Payton have a chance? Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to catch up with the guys talking about the Broncos and Jamal Murray.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour fundraising for CU’s 27-million-dollar deficit before they discuss the mentality of Bo Nix. Mike Shanahan got passed over for the Hall of Fame once again and the guys give the committee a piece of their minds. Mike explains how ridiculous it is that the perception of Jamal Murray is shaped by one of the NBA’s laughingstocks. The Rockies’ hire of Josh Byrnes has been met with rave reviews across the nation and the hire has the guys feeling more optimistic about the Rockies than ever. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they break down the nuances of an off-schedule play, the Broncos are getting some credit from a national figure, the NFL still rules the ratings, and huge universities are being thwarted by cookies.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Stoke in the building again telling us about using a snowplow for Mount Crumpet. They highlight Jamal Murray's 52 point night against the Pacers. They give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Joel Klatt had to say about Bo’s last couple of weeks in the pocket and RJ Harvey’s struggles running the ball. What is Sean Payton’s superpower that allows him to turn so many teams around to perennial contenders? Is Sean Payton a Coach of the Year contender? The 6am Duo discuss before they hear what Dan Orlovsky had to say about the Bo Nix clutch time roller-coaster.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour defending Riley Moss after the much-maligned CB took accountability for his struggles this season. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to get his takeaways from the winin Washington and to see how the Broncos’ D matches up with the Pats offense. They break some big Rockies news that has them legitimately excited for the future at 20th & Blake. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show bouncing around the Denver sports scene; chatting about the Rockies’ new GM, Bo Nix’s hot start to his career, and faceoff stats.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour congratulating Stoke on braving the elements to get into the studio today. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to educate us about the report that CU football is in a deficit and why it’s not as big a deal as you think. Joel also gives his take on the sustainability of the Broncos’ winning formula and the state of the run game. They cast their upcoming biopic about Stoke’s trek through the snow and start planning their “Save CU” bake sale. The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour stressing how important Sunday’s game in Vegas is to the Broncos’ season.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour talking about Alex Singleton’s return before laying out how important this upcoming game against the Raiders is. They debate whether the Broncos should even go for the first round bye after their performance in Washington. They discuss the Brocos’ proficiency in close games and whether it’s sustainable. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos continue to find a way, the D may be springing a leak, a possible Lil Wayne residency at Folsom Field, and a cookie company outbidding Penn State.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Stoke live in studio, who tells us all about his treacherous journey through the snow. They officially kick off Raider Week (for the 2nd time) will the Broncos be able to shake off the rust from Sunday’s game in Washington? The guys talk about the benefit of winning close games before they cover the dire financial straits that CU Football finds themselves in. Do the Broncos need to send a message to the rest of the NFL? What would their statement win be? The Avalanche are a wagon right now and it has Mike pumped, but Stoke feeling superstitious. The 6m Duo finish their time alone talking about Riley Moss’s continued struggles and accountability.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour previewing a potential Broncos-Pats matchup before they compare the difference between first responders and serial killers. Mike vents about the difference in the national narrative between the Broncos’ success and the Patriots. Stoke shares some of his snow trauma from living on Mount Crumpet before they pivot to the issue of the Nuggets’ effort with AG and Braun out. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show breaking some Broncos free agent news and before they tell a tale of two coaches.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour discussing Stoke’s snow plans before they cover the Broncos’ free agent workouts they held this week. They debate the importance of the running game. David Adelman is going through his first rough patch as the Nuggets’ head coach, is he capable of putting the fear of God in his team? The offense has been improving recently, what’s been different with Bo and the play calling? Stink wraps up the third hour breaking down why the Broncos struggled against the Washington rushing attack in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour discussing Stoke’s show status for tomorrow with snow in the forecast. There is a lot of concern in Broncos Country after watching the Patriots blow out the Giants on Monday Night Football and the players break down a potential AFC Championship Game matchup. Stoke breaks down the film of the Broncos’ game winning overtime drive in Washington for hit Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover some football jargon, a common opponent with the Patriots, Justin Herbert’s hand, and a good feeling about CSU’s new head coach.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show bouncing around the Denver sports scene between the Broncos’ sleep schedule, the Nuggets’ struggling defense, and the big-boy hire at CSU. They chat about the kinds of things NFL free agents look at when they’re on the market before they examine what makes Bo special in the clutch. There are some Broncos fans concerned about the Patriots after last night’s blowout, Mike and Stoke point out some flaws in the Broncos’ 1 seed rival. Have the Broncos fixed their penalty problem? They get misty-eyed seeing new CSU coach Jim Mora doing it right. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some inside info about Sean Payton’s sleep specialist, the Broncos’ confidence, and what makes Bo so good in clutch time.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour breaking down the sequence at the end of the Broncos’ thrilling overtime primetime win. They point out the flaws in Riley Moss’ game that need to be fixed for a stretch run. They highlight Bo Nix’s composure in the win compared to how sped up he’s looked this season. Does Bo need a run game? Mike doesn't’ think so and the players tell him why he’s wrong. The Morning Crew cap off the third hour with a schedule change for James Merilatt before they chat about Stink’s upcoming call for the Browns-Titans game and all of the juicy drama that will come with it.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour breaking down the sequence at the end of the Broncos’ thrilling overtime primetime win. They point out the flaws in Riley Moss’ game that need to be fixed for a stretch run. They highlight Bo Nix’s composure in the win compared to how sped up he’s looked this season. Does Bo need a run game? Mike doesn't’ think so and the players tell him why he’s wrong. The Morning Crew cap off the third hour with a schedule change for James Merilatt before they chat about Stink’s upcoming call for the Browns-Titans game and all of the juicy drama that will come with it.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with Stink coming in hot before they get Stink’s impressions on the Broncos’ 9th win in a row. Cris Collinsworth had a very questionable take on Bo’s development that has the guys scratching their heads wondering where it came from. The goal for the Broncos is the #1 seed in the AFC after beating the Commies, how do they reach it? The Morning Crew look through the rest of the schedule. Mike, Stink, and Stoke cover the Broncos’ OT plan, the pressure on a 10-2 Broncos team, and the Sanders family affairs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reacting to the Broncos’ overtime thriller over the Commies. There are some eerie parallels between the Super Bowl 50 team and this year’s Broncos. Is it time to start believing in the Super Bowl aspirations of this team? Why did the defense struggle so much against a Marcus Mariota led offense? Mike and Stoke break it down. The 6a Duo wrap up the first hour talking about the offensive performance and what to expect for the rest of the season.
John Davis and Mike Rice are sitting in for Stokley, Evans, and Schlereth on this Black Friday edition of the Fan Morning show!  After a full day of food and football, what are some of the stand outs from last night's games? Is it officially time for the Kansas City Chiefs to hit the panic button? Could Cincinnati make a run back into the playoffs? The Broncos are coming back from their Bye week, what are some areas that the Broncos need to improve on as we enter the final third of the NFL regular season. The Broncos offense has struggled a lot this year, is this who they are or is there a chance it all clicks as they gear up fro the playoffs? What does Bo Nix need to fix in order to get this team rolling?
John Davis and Mike Rice are sitting in for Stokley, Evans, and Schlereth on this Black Friday edition of the Fan Morning show!  We preview the Broncos match up this weekend against the depleted Washington Commanders team. What are some keys to victory that will help the Broncos avoid a big let down. This Broncos defense is on pace to be an all-time defense, but is there something they can improve on? There are two teams who are off to hot starts in Colorado, but one of those teams might be the best in Colorado. The Avalanche are truly bulldozing over the rest of the NHL early. What is contributing to their early success and are they the most likely to win a championship in Colorado? The Nuggets are finding their stride despite dropping some confusing games. Who can step up as the Nuggets deal with injury issues. Could these injuries actually be helping Denver continue to add stronger depth on their roster.
John Davis and Mike Rice are sitting in for Stokley, Evans, and Schlereth on this Black Friday edition of the Fan Morning show!  For many years the NFL was ruled by the Kansas City Chiefs. They were the bullies of the school yard, but with their dominance slipping is there someone in their seat now? Who are the teams that people are scared of right now? Could the Broncos be one of those teams that everyone fears? Have the Broncos played their best this season, or is the best yet to come? What can Bo Nix do to fix the offense? Is there anything that the offense needs to end their struggles? We make our predictions for the Broncos game this weekend and make room for the judge, Dan Jacobs, to take over!
John Davis and Mike Rice are in for Thanksgiving Day. Is Thanksgiving your favorite holiday? Or is Christmas still on top? What is one Thanksgiving food that you do not like? Thoughts on the Broncos contract extensions this week - Will Lutz, Luke Wattenberg and Malcolm Roach. Is John Franklin-Myers now the odd man out? Avs continue to dominate, as they shut out the Sharks last night, 6-0 for their 10th straight win. CSU hires Jim Mora as their next head football coach.
John and Mike discuss the Broncos path to the Super Bowl. How thankful are we to have three championship contenders in town? Even the Rockies are making some changes, with the hire of Paul DePodesta and hopefully a different philosophy. Who are some Denver athletes we are thankful for, aside from the obvious headliners like Jokic, MacKinnon and Surtain?
More on the contract extensions for Lutz, Wattenberg and Roach. Thoughts on the Broncos defense and the ability to stop the run. A look at Colorado and Colorado St. What does Coach Prime's future hold in Boulder? Will CSU turn into a contender with Jim Mora at the helm? Update of the Avs and Nuggets and a closer look at the Avs goaltender situation - is Wedgewood or Blackwood the #1 goalie right now? What about for the playoffs?
Final hour of John Davis and Mike Rice on Thanksgiving Day. What are we thankful for in Denver sports? John and Mike heap praise on the Broncos ownership group and all the positive things they have done since taking over. Overall assessment of Sean Payton. A close look at today's Thanksgiving NFL slate. Can the Cowboys take down the Chiefs? Will the Ravens keep the train rolling?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about RB’s after the Broncos showed interest in Dameon Pierce and whether there are warning signs for the RB stable in Denver. The guys try to pinpoint how to fix all of the penalties the Broncos commit, with one particular player in mind. Aaron Gordon has been banged up lately but there is a young buck who is showing that there may be life after Mister Nugget. Stoke was bummed out that he wasn’t on the Manningcast but apparently, he still got a shout out. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show venting about the Warren Schaffer hire.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour airing out their worries about the Broncos coming out of a bye week where the home team took a full 7 days off. They preview how both the Broncos and the Commies will look coming out of the bye. Jamal Murray is playing at an All Star level this year, but will he get the nod? The Broncos were interested in a free agent RB... who went to the Chiefs, Mike tries to pick Sink and Stoke’s brains to see what a player thinks when they’re on the market. Stink showcases a golden opportunity for the Broncos in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour discussing the Broncos’ biggest issues and how to fix them. Riley Moss has been a magnet for big penalties and it could cost the Broncos, is there a way to fix his issues before that happens? The Broncos may have been on bye but there’s still plenty of football to analyze, Stoke breaks down Shedeur Sanders’ first NFL start in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the progress from special teams, Lutz’ big new deal, and the Monday night fallout.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show getting an explanation from Stoke for why he’s so worried about the Broncos’ full week off for the bye week. The Nuggets are shorthanded but it’s an opportunity to see what the young guys can do, is this the showcase they need to finally offload Nnaji’s contract? Mike and Stoke discuss how important it is that the Bo-Franklin connection keeps growing. They react to the Rockies hiring Warren Schaffer full-time and it has the guys wondering how much power Paul DePodesta truly has. Jamal Murray has a chance to be an All Star this season, but do you want him to be one? The guys are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some info about the Broncos’ pursuit of Dameon Pierce and his reaction to the Warren Schaffer hire.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour previewing the Broncos’ game against the Commanders coming out of their bye week. How will the home team look with an extra week of rest against a banged-up opponent? They check up on how the sophomore QB’s are doing while Bo was on his bye week, does JJ McCarthy’s struggles make you feel better about Bo? The guys lament the current state of College Football with the influx of NIL and all of the money involved in the sport now. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show discussing Aaron Gordon’s injury and how it impacts the Nuggets’ title hopes.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with a power play from behind the glass before they continue the Sanders family conversations between Shedeur’s attitude and Coach Prime’s wasted bravado. They give their takeaways from yesterday’s key KC vs IND game, are the Chiefs still a team to fear down the stretch? The guy's got a chance to see how the rest of the NFL is playing football, and they weren’t impressed; they explain why Broncos Country should feel more confident in the home team. The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour talking about the Broncos' place in the AFC pecking order.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting a final update on the Stokely’s washer/dryer situation before getting Stink’s take on KC staying alive in the playoff hunt. Mike is tired of the doom and gloom of Broncos fans looking over their shoulder after KC’s win and explains why they should be optimistic. The guys reevaluate the goal for the Nuggets season after another key injury. Mike calls for Broncos fans to change their mentality when it comes to the Chiefs when they're #1 in the division. Mike highlights the benefits of the Avs’ crowded goaltender position. The Morning Crew cap off the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the AFC playoff picture, Shedeur’s first NFL start, and trouble in paradise.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show sorting through the fallout of the KC-IND matchup that has cleared the way for the Broncos in the AFC. They discuss the impact of the latest injury to the Nuggets’ starting five and they highlight the dominance of the Avs. The 6am Duo discuss KC’s chances to rise from the dead before they get heated about the current state of CU Buffs football. Is the Coach Prime experiment doomed? The guys get the 6am listeners’ observations from a Bronco-less Sunday, including Shedeur Sanders’ first start. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour taking texts about KC hanging around the division and the era of loose change coming to an end.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about Kansas City’s chances to make the playoffs as they debate who to root for during the bye week. Mike and Stoke go head-to-head in their weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, how did Mike fare after he invoked the Chiefs reverse jinx? Stoke’s been packing on the pounds lately, what’s been going on? Mike and Stink hold an intervention for their corpulent Cajun compadre. There are not one, not two, but three teams in Denver sports that can win their respective championships; the question is: which one does the Morning Crew want to see win it the most? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off a Broncos bye week debating which of the three Denver contenders have the best chance to win.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour planning out the Broncos’ offseason for them and what they need to do to help elevate Bo to the next level. How much stock should we put into the Broncos’ win over the Texans after Houston demolished the vaunted Buffalo Bills? Our NFL Insider, James Palmer, joins the show to tell us about the feeling in the Chiefs locker room after losing to the Broncos, the timing of the bye week, and the reason Sean Payton refuses to simplify the offense. The Morning Crew cap off the third hour dreaming of three parades.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with the big guy live in studio. They get an update from about the Stokley's washer and dryer from Mrs. Stoke herself before they discuss how the Texans’ primetime win affects the Broncos. Is the Coach Prime experiment barreling toward an ugly ending? The guys geta very cute message from a dedicated listener before they look at some of the obstacles ahead of Coach Prime’s road to rebuild. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour discussing what qualifies a QB as a true franchise QB and they wonder if Bo Nix has reached the level of a true franchise QB for the Broncos.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about where the Broncos are at as an organization heading into a weekend without Broncos football. Stoke tells us all about his quality time at The Fan’s Fill the Truck event. Will the Broncos get more respect after the Texans dismantled Josh Allen and the Bills? Mike sets some high expectations for the Avs after their win last night. It's an Is It Just Me Friday and there is a 6am listener who is a Colts fan for the Broncos’ bye week. Which team out of the three contenders in Denver would you want to see win their title? Which one do you think will win it all? The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour reveling in the situation the Broncos find themselves in that there are fans who are afraid that they’ll run the table.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discussing Stoke’s upcoming snow day setup. They project what Peyton Watson’s second contract will look like. They take on The Drive’s trivia challenge, how will they do after a 2-2 effort last week? Mike and Stoke share their stories about the most intimidating coaches they’ve ever faced to cap off today’s show.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour the guys plan for the impeding winter weather before they talk about a Nuggets win where the bench carried the team once again. They take a few moments to dump on their fellow Fan hosts. Stink breaks down how to be better in the red zone without a run game. Vance Joseph explained to Peter Schrager that the Broncos’ big win over the Chiefs was very much by design, three years in the making. Stink heard about Vance Joseph’s head coaching job prospects from the Tennessee grapevine but Stoke is doubtful about VJ’s chances.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour talking about lawn care between Stink and Stoke, how is Stink’s eye doing this time? They get some more info on Stoke’s mobile snowblower guy before they project Peyton Watson’s second contract if he keeps up his torrid scoring pace from last night’s win. The Morning Crew discuss housework, drama on The Drive, and they even try to get Mike fired before they get to 4 Down Territory where they cover why the Broncos have been successful in close games, the lopsided media coverage about the Broncos’ big win, and the great Jayden debate.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show getting an update on the Stokley’s washer/dryer situation. They recap the Nuggets’ win last night where they had to lean on the depth like Peyton Watson, who had a career night. They give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Joel Klatt had to say about Bo’s game against KC. Vance Joseph may be a head coach by this time next year and he spoke with Peter Schrager about team building philosophy should he ever get the opportunity again. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour giving the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Dan Orlovsky’s breakdown for how to handle the run game without JK Dobbins.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour updating the listeners on the NFL’s plan for world domination before they set their expectations for Shedeur’s first start. he guys are joined by our ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, to break down Bo’s improved footwork and what makes the Broncos’ defense so hard to play against. They get a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” about the Avs’ dominance and another about Nikola Jokic’s dominance. Mike, Mark, and Stoke get  “Tell Me Why I’m Wrongs” from a Bronco fan who’s fed up with Riley Moss, a PS2 doubter, and a very hopeful Rockies fan to cap off a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong Wednesday”.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour Mike is still dumbstruck by how frugal NFL teams were back in the day as the players share some of their team facility horror stories. Fox Sports’ Lead College Football Analyst, Joel Klatt, hops on the line to chat about the pending new stadium, the offense’s most consistent game of the season, and what he saw from the defense. The Morning Crew follows the money to see where the Buffs football program is even getting their money from. The guys get surprised by the Rockies making a move before Stink gets called out on a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong Wednesday”
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour continuing their championship-or-bust debate with a new voice in the mix. Is Deion Sanders still the right man for the job at CU? The Morning crew discuss whether or not Coach Prime can turn it around. The guys get a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” about the Broncos’ RB group before they enter 4 Down Territory where they discuss the Broncos getting a full week off during their bye, the Raiders’ unfixable incompetence, and the NFL owners’ lack of accountability.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show getting the update on Stoke’s last round of golf for a very long time. They kick off a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong Wednesday” with some takes about Riley Moss going down the same path as Garrett Bolles and the national media attention the Broncos aren’t getting. The guys tell the 6am listeners why Sean Payton should retain his play calling duties. Mike and Stoke debate whether this is a championship title-or-bust season for the Nuggets.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour debating which RB should start for the Broncos after the running game was the lone dour note in the offense’s most complete game of the season. The guys try to get their stories straight before they tkae the Nuggets to task for an unacceptable loss to the Bulls. The national media is going to great lengths to avoid giving the Broncos any credit for beating both of last year’s Super Bowl participants and the guys vent about the people who are diminishing the Broncos’ accomplishments. The guys discuss whether the coaches around the NFL have gotten too reckless on 4th down after the Broncos got saved by a “good” penalty.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour doing Stoke’s dirty work because he doesn’t have the guts to do it himself. Stoke regales us with the tale of his own, very disappointing speech. The Bo and the passing offense performed well enough for Mike to say hell with the running game, much to the consternation of the players. The Morning Crew discuss how to hammer out the offense during the bye week. Stink breaks down the coaching clinic tape the Broncos put on against the Chiefs in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour golfing without permission from the anchor. Mike asked the players’ take on why the Broncos work out of shotgun so much. Sean Payton was a very cranky man after Sunday’s win, but why? Mike explain why he thinks it’s all part of Payton’s plan. Stoke breaks down the Broncos’ game-winning drive for his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. The Morning Crew cap off the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover an unusual bye schedule, why Stink might be calling a KC game soon, and why the Bengals may be in need of The Speech.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show getting a preview of Stoke’s Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown. Stoke thinks the Broncos need to look at different RB’s after RJ Harvey’s performance on Sunday. They recap a surprising loss for the Nuggets. They break down the AFC West divisional race that may already be wrapped up. They talk about “good” penalties, Marvin Mims’ role, and the Nuggets’ low effort loss to the Bulls. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider Mike Klis to get his take on the timing of the bye week, the state of the Broncos RB stable, and the issues hindering RJ Harvey.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour basking in the glow of the Broncos’ statement win over the Chiefs, a win that Broncos Country can enjoy even longer thanks to the bye week. Mike has a theory about the sudden chip on the Broncos’ shoulder, is the Broncos’ new attitude by design? Big Nutz Lutz brought the Broncos full circle after walking off the Chiefs, the guys discuss how much adversity matters to success. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show dreaming about three championship parades before giving Stink grief about his erratic work schedule.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour reveling in the Broncos’ huge win over the Chiefs. They break down what was different about the offense in the most complete offensive effort in weeks. Mrs. Stoke cracks the whip on Stoke. They debate who they want to win next week between the Colts and the Chiefs. Would Sean Payton be listed as questionable this week if the Broncos were playing after getting trucked by one of the refs? The guys talk about the sideline altercation and another dumb NFL rule. There’s been a rallying cry from the Broncos that has been bothering Stoke and he goes off on them. The Morning Crew cap off the third hour with the Senior Editor at Denversports.com, James Merilatt, to get his take on the Broncos’ big win and the offense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour settling some scores before they take a victory lap on the Chiefs and their fans. The Morning Crew tell Broncos Country to enjoy Vance Joseph while the Broncos still have him since he’ll probably be a head coach this time next year. The Broncos were great in many aspects but there was one area that has Stoke very worried. Mike, Mark, and Stoke wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where Sean Payton calls out Stoke, Bo cleaned up his Boverthrows, the short memory on defense, the Broncos hop into the driver’s seat, and Shedeur Sanders has a rough first outing.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show celebrating the Broncos’ biggest win since Super Bowl 50, highlighting Bo’s bounce back game and Jaquon MacMillian’s monster game on defense. Is the AFC West the Broncos’ division to lose after burying Kansas City’s playoff hopes? Bo was getting some heat leading up to the game and he responded in a big way, meanwhile the guys share their concerns about the run game sans JK Dobbins. Does Mike deserve credit for his role in the Broncos’ big win? The 6am Duo cap off the first hour airing their concerns about the Broncos’ Riley Moss problem.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour previewing the major test of the Broncos’ depth, the Avs’ Wally Pipp situation, and a new era of Rockies baseball. Mike and Stoke face off in the weekly fantasy matchup, how will Mike do without Stink’s help? They make their survivor picks for the week. They wrap up the week with their fearless predictions for the Broncos’ huge game against the Chiefs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour debating how the carries will be split between the Broncos’ RB’s against the Chiefs. They preview how to cover all of the Chiefs’ weapons with a banged up secondary. They talk about the absurdity of the Paul DePodesta hire but they point out the silver lining and big reason to believe in the Rockies. Mike and Stoke are joined by NFL Insider James Palmer to get his expert scouting report on the Chiefs and what the Broncos need to do on offense to win. Mike and Stoke wrap up the third hour worrying about the officiating they’ll see against the Chiefs.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour discussing the Broncos’ depth ahead of a game where the next man up needs to step up. Mike and stoke give some fans of the show directions to Stink’s hotel room before they hear what former QB Joel Klatt had to say about Bo’s pocket presence. The guys discuss the big opportunity in front to RJ Harvey, Walker Monfort playing GM, and Mackenzie Blackwood fighting for his job (in a good way). The Morning Crew finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they think the Broncos could notch a signature win, RJ Harvey could have a big role, the Chiefs want to bounce back, and the division could be wrapped up.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with Mark Schlereth previewing the matchup with the Chiefs. Will JK Dobbins and Pat Surtain II play? How will RJ Harvey look with more carries? Will the offense step up? A prominent NFL analyst thinks Bo needs to do something very different to get back on the up-and-up again. We hear Dick Monfort speak about the front office and the guys discuss what it takes to win. We hear what the Chiefs think of the Broncos’ young QB and the pass rush. Is there a goalie controversy brewing for the Avs? It is an “Is It Just Me” Friday and there is a 6am listener with a take where it really is just them.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking more about the comments from Bo Nix that has them questioning his confidence and competitiveness. Morning Crew take on The Drive’s trivia challenge after taking a bye week, how will they do with a week of rest under their belt? Mike, Stoke, and Stink wrap up today’s show with some grade A cringe and a devious plot.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour highlighting Nikola Jokic’s sublime 55-point game in LA and the privilege of seeing his greatness in real time. The guys talk receivers with the return of Lil’Jordan Humphrey before they go to the text line and the YouTube chat to gauge their reaction to Bo’s comments about the criticism he’s been facing. Mike, Stink, and Stoke dive further into the discussion around Bo’s comments and they wonder if the Broncos’ young QB is feeling the heat.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting the big guy’s superlatives for the greatness of Nikola Jokic after his 55-point game on a back-to-back night. Stoke airs out his disappointment with the Broncos’ offense before he finds another thing to be disappointed about with Bo’s comments about the criticism he’s been facing. The players discuss the balance between professionalism and life in football before they enter 4 Down Territory where they cover Sutton’s production, the challenge of Mahomes, the AFC West race, and some Hufanga appreciation.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show trying to come up with new words to describe the greatness of Nikola Jokic after a 55-point game. What will be JK Dobbins’ status for Sunday's game against the Chiefs? The guys give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Joel Klatt, Fox Sports' lead college football analyst, had to say about the Broncos’ performance on Thursday Night Football, Sean Payton and his offense, and what it takes to be a great pocket passer. Sean Payton’s woobie is back, to the consternation of Stoke. Nikola Jokic got a deeply strange question from a deeply strange man after his 55-point game. The 6am Duo wrap up their hour giving the 6am listeners a chance to hear what our ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky had to say about Bo’s struggles in shotgun.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour speculating on the injury timelines for Pat Surtain and JK Dobbins, highlighting the Nuggets’ two-man game, and celebrating Landy’s first goal of the season. They are joined by our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky, to get his take on the national perspective on the Broncos, the mechanics that Bo Nix needs to fix, and how the Broncos match up against the Chiefs. They unpack their interview with Dan, focusing on his comments about Bo’s footwork. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up today’s show thinking up ways to fix things on offense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking about some struggling coaches before they remind Broncos fans to be patient with Bo Nix amid all of the late bloomers around the NFL. They are joined by Fox Sports’ lead college football analyst and former Sean Payton QB, Joel Klatt, to get his breakdown for why the offense looked so bad against the Raiders this past Thursday night. Stoke brings in a special treat for the guys before they talk about the pressure that Bo feels in the pocket or sometimes even in his own mind. Does Bo need to take MORE hits to get the offense going?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour carrying the statement win debate into another hour, this time with Stink as the tiebreaker. Stink tells a funny story about the time he nearly hit Lou Holtz with a camera before they guys debate how quickly the Broncos should bring Pat Surtain II back into the fold. The Morning Crew and the YouTube breakfast club take a moment to appreciate the greatness of Nikola Jokic, who finally has a bench unit to support him. They share their concerns about Cam Johnson’s slow start to his Nuggets tenure. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they officially kick off Chiefs Week, they see the end of the line for Russ, and they debate the end of the Travis Hunter experiment.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show kicking off Chiefs week and laying out how much this game means to the AFC West race. They recap the Avs and Nuggets games last night between Jamal Murray’s hot start and Landy’s first goal in nearly 4 years. Mike and Stoke discuss the good news about JK Dobbins staying off the IR, but does it really mean he won’t miss time? They take a victory lap after some NFL news breaks before they discuss how much a statement win would matter for the Broncos. The 6am Duo close out their hour with the national narrative on the Broncos and the seamless transition from Malone to Adelman.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discussing whether the Broncos still need to simplify the offense after they looked at the film of the Broncos’ offense last Thursday. There are many out there who blame the dearth of talent on the offense, Why is there such a lack of talent? Do the Broncos still need to overhaul the personnel on that side of the ball? They hear the Rockies’ new GM introduce himself and he didn’t make a good first impression to say the least. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up today’s show listening to the top audio of the morning like Alex Singleton talking about his diagnosis and Sean Paytn talking about the mini-bye before they preview tonight’s games.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour discussing the story of Alex Singleton’s testicular cancer diagnosis after he played through it this past Thursday night. They air their concerns about JK Dobbins’ injury and what it means for the Broncos’ offense going forward. Mike hands out awards and gold stars. They hear from the Rockies’ new baseball czar... and it doesn’t inspire much confidence. Mike is keeping an ear to the ground about a 10-7 slog on Monday Night Football and he’s wondering where the condemnation is for the Packers. Stink takes a deep dive into the Broncos’ passing game, what went wrong on every level and why it wasn’t as bad as you may think.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour discussing all kinds of injuries and maladies between Alex Singleton, JK Dobbins, and our very own Mark Schlereth. The Morning Crew reacts to last night’s Monday Night slog and uses it as an example to tell Broncos Country to give their team some grace. Stoke breaks down what went wrong for the offense in their poor showing on Thursday Night between the interceptions and even a missed explosive TD.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with one final update on Stoke’s car situation. Mike gets snarky about last night’s Monday Night Football game to make a point about the Broncos’ situation. They cover the amazing story of Alex Singleton’s testicular cancer diagnosis and the incredible mental fortitude it takes to play through it. There are some rumblings about JK Dobbins possibly being missing for a key game against the Chiefs, Mike gets Doctor Stoke’s opinion on what JK’s injury could be. The 6am Duo are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get an update on the Broncos’ key injuries, RJ Harvey’s development, and the Broncos’ offensive approach.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with the end of an era before they get some perspective on an 8-2 Broncos team and what they’re capable of in a wide-open NFL. Stink and Stoke break down the issues on offense one-by-one, discussing snap counts and the rotating personnel. The guys ask what’s keeping Sean Payton from simplifying his offense, is it stubbornness or is it the growing pains this young Broncos team needs to make a deep playoff run? The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show listening to the top audio of the morning.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour officially kicking off Chiefs week for the Broncos, what do we need to see from the offense in a litmus test game for this team? They highlight Jokic’s efficiency and playmaking in an MVP-worthy season in the early going. The guys have a serious discussion about Coach Prime’s future at CU between the performance and extenuating factors like his health. A national talking head has a burning-hot take about Bo Nix’s time in Denver, and the guys debate just how much stock we should put in it, considering the source. The guys are joined by the flakiest man at The Fan, our senior editor James Merilatt, to get his take on the Broncos' offense before they get a shocking admission from him.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting some perspective on the Broncos’ 8-2 record with all the ugly losses after a Broncos-free weekend. They get Stink’s take on a stacked western conference and Jared Bednar’s 400th win. A national talking head has Mike worried that Bo is on borrowed time but the players disagree. Stink has a theory about how Sean Payton feels about the job he’s doing, he thinks Payton is as disappointed as anybody else. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour comparing Drake Maye and Bo Nix in their sophomore years before they take turns detailing how to simplify the offense to make things easier on Bo Nix.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reminding Broncos fans that a win is a win no matter how ugly it may be after the great Buffalo Bills lost to the lowly Dolphins. They recap a packed weekend of Denver Sports, from the Nuggets getting much-needed wins in a loaded western conference to the Avs blowing out the Oilers (who do, indeed, suck), and the future of CU football. Mike asks Stoke about his weekend before they hear our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky’s break down on the issues with the Broncos’ offense. A talking head thinks there may be a locker room schism brewing in the Broncos locker room, Stoke explains why the Broncos are equipped to prevent that. Are we about to see a double MVP season come out of Ball Arena? Bo has some issues with his game that reminds Mike of a certain someone, how would Stoke adjust the offense to right the ship?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour asking a question for the Broncos fans: What kind of team are the Broncos at 8-2? Stoke lays out a plan to simplify the offense for Bo as he puts Payton on the clock. Does Sean Payton have too much faith in Bo Nix? Is he actually hurting Bo’s development? The guys have a tough discussion about Bo’s subpar play for the last few weeks before they close out the week with their survivor picks.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour unpacking everything about last night’s victory... even though it feels like a loss. Mike and Stoke discuss how the Broncos offense need to change their approach going forward and they take a moment to express gratitude for the dominant defense. They are joined by our NFL insider, James Palmer, to get some insight into the Broncos locker room and Sean Payton’s frustration with the offense. The duo wrap up the third hour talking about the play calling.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour looking for changes the Broncos need to make to jumpstart the offense, including a change in the play caller. The Morning Crew correct some Russties about the job Sean Payton has done before they wonder when a change could be made on offense. They have a discussion about how Sean Payton is handling the offense and Bo’s development. The Morning Crew finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the field position battle, Boo Nix, Jonah Hill, and Mike’s Morgantown story with West Virginia coming up for CU.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off today’s show reacting to a win that felt like a loss thanks to a putrid offensive showing. The guys look at the positives of last night’s game: the amazing defensive performance that shut down Brock Bowers and the Raiders. The offense was bad but will it stay bad? Is this just what the Broncos offense is this year? The Rockies finally hired a new GM that has the guys underwhelmed... but as far as the Rockies are concerned it’s a home run. The Morning Crew remind everybody that the Broncos are, in fact, 8-2 on a 7-game winning streak as they look at some red flags for the team going forward and answer some of the 6am listeners’ questions.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour looking back at one of Stink’s old freezing cold takes. Is the Broncos’ winning formula sustainable? The guys debate after hearing a bullish Stephen A talking about the AFC West race. The Morning Crew partake in the weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, who won last week’s match? Listen to find out. The Morning Crew explain what the Broncos need to do to take tonight’s game heading into the mini-bye. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up today’s show with their fearless predictions for Thursday Night Football.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour getting an update on Stoke’s car situation. They explain why tonight’s game against the Raiders is quietly a key game for the AFC West divisional race. The players play out some of the mini-bye pitfalls the Broncos need to avoid. The guys look at a chart that looks kinda damning for Bo but the guys find a silver lining in between the numbers. Bo was being a little belligerent, maybe Sean Payton is rubbing off on him, the Morning Crew debate the truth of his statement about how difficult it is to win in the NFL.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting Stink’s scouting report on the Raiders, what are some of the pitfalls that the Broncos have to avoid in tonight’s matchup? Mike and Stink commit Bronco blasphemy, pulling for the Raiders to rise again, Stoke tells them why they’re wrong. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they discuss how to maintain a winning streak, how to cover Stink’s favorite player from his favorite team, and how the Broncos’ defense needs to attack the Raiders’ offense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show stressing the importance of the tonight’s game in the AFC West race. They highlight another triple double from Jokic to lead the Nuggets over the Heat. The guys give the 6am listeners a chance to hear Joel Klatt’s theory about why Bo has been better in the 4th quarter and why Bo needs to run more. The 6am Duo hear what Bo and Pete Carroll have to say about tonight’s game, as well as David Adelman giving Nuggets fans a key reminder. The 6am Duo give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Dan Orlovsky had to say about Bo’s clutch gene and the young receivers on the Broncos to wrap up the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about the deadline and debating the value of trading for a WR. The Morning Crew are joined by our ESPN NFL insider, Dan Orlovsky, to get his breakdown of Bo’s game in Houston and the trade deadline inaction from the Broncos. Stoke hatches a plan to take some money out of Stink’s pocket before he debates with the gospel of Evans. The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show getting an update on Stoke’s car troubles and giving a couple of guests a bit of a spotlight.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour going through trade deadline what-if's before they are joined by Fox Sports’ lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, to get his take on the Broncos’ offense as a QB who has worked with Sean Payton and to get his take on CU football as an alumnus. Mike, Mark, and Stoke unpack their interview with Joel Klatt, his analysis of CU’s problems in particular. Cecil Lammey paid Mike one of the great compliments of sports radio, Mike tells us about it before Stink tells everybody about the lost TV pilot about his life.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour to get the big guy’s opinion on the Broncos standing pat at the NFL’s trade deadline. The guys discuss the playmaking potential of the Broncos offense in the wake of the trade deadline. They tell their intimidating coach stories. They chop it up about throwing hands before addressing the problems that CU Buffs football is facing. The morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ place in a tougher AFC after the deadline, the benefit of Barron, why Thursday Night isn’t a trap game in Bo’s own words, and Stink’s favorite player.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about a trade deadline come and gone without a move, do you agree with the decision to stand pat? Mike tells Stoke why he’s happy the Broncos didn’t try to trade for a wide receiver, of all things. They get a bit of insight into Sean Payton’s process for game planning and they point out an issue with it. The 6am Duo get the listeners on the text line and YouTube chat involved in the show to wrap up the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour breaking down why Evan Engram has underwhelmed this season. Mike plays a game with Stink and Stoke: Pick Your Saint, where the guys pick which available player on Sean Payton’s old team they would want on the Broncos by the deadline. They discuss the deadline as the Raiders just made a move that could help the Broncos’ chances at avoiding a trap game. The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show previewing the Broncos’ matchup on Thursday Night Football.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour previewing the Broncos’ game against the Raiders this Thursday night. Grumpy Sean was out in force yesterday and they guys dole out blame for the special teams issues that have been going on for the last few weeks. They highlight the Nuggets’ newfound depth as they discuss the Bruce Brown led bench unit in the Nuggets’ win over the Kings. The guys talk about the NFL putting the “dead” in deadline. Stink analyzes the Dre Greenlaw effect in full in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with a question: Are the Broncos frauds? Stink and Stoke make the case why the Broncos’ 7-2 record isn’t what it appears. The guys look at the Broncos’ needs at the deadline and whether they will make a trade or a depth lineman or a #1 receiver. Stoke bounces around for his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown between the Greenlaw effect, Bo’s pick, and Jahdae Barron’s reps on the boundary before he breaks down the Broncos’ TD drives. The Morning Crew finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Greenlaw’s impact, their predictions for the deadline, the Cowboys and Kyler Murray’s suckitude, and Dan Quinn’s costly error.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show previewing today’s NFL trade deadline. What are the Broncos’ biggest needs? Will they even make a move? The 6am Duo get the 6am listeners involved by taking some texts about the short Raider week and the play calling. They hear from Grumpy Sean Payton. The guys decipher who the culprit in many of the special teams SNAFU’s truly is. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some insight into the Broncos’ trade deadline plans.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour reveling in the place the Broncos find themselves in; 1st place in the AFC West on a 6-game winning streak, and it has Mike high enough on the Broncos to go Full Ferguson. They break down nipple protection and go-balls. The special teams haven’t been good for a few weeks and San Payton has officially put the third phase on notice... but is he referring to the special teams coordinator or the players? There are some Broncos fans who the offense has left wanting, the guys talk down the Bo haters to remind them of what the Broncos’ sophomore QB does well and why they should still Bolieve. Mike takes a victory lap on some of his takes to wrap up today’s show.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour going through the 4th quarter recipe for the Broncos and debating whether Bo needs to run more. They lay out the plan for the rest of a lost season for Coach Prime. The guys highlight the performance of the defense, particularly the effort from Kris Abrams-Draine filling in for PS2. Mike, Stoke, and Stink wrap up the third hour taking Stink to task about a peculiar comment he made on the call for Raiders vs Jaguars.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth to get his take on another comeback win before he gives his scouting report on the Broncos’ next opponent. The guys debate and break down what was different about the Broncos in the 4th quarter once again. The Morning Crew express gratitude for the Broncos’ 7-2 record before Stink gets clarification on Mike’s nebulous rules of Style Points. Mike, Mark, and Stoke wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory covering the turnaround of the Broncos, the amazing job of the defense, a preview of Thursday Night Football, and the AFC West race.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show heaping praise on the Broncos’ young, clutch QB for coming through in winning time once again. The guys address the CJ Stroud concussion, the consequences and the what-ifs, before they highlight how the defense played without PS2. The special teams were not-so-special yesterday in Houston and Sean Payton has officially put the third phase on notice. The guys give Kris Abrams-Draine his flowers for his solid performance with PS2 absent. The guys explain why they're not worried about the Broncos’ performances through many games in light of their 7-2 record as they discuss their expectations.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with some breaking news that has some local ties. The guys check the injury report and they see another key guy that will be missing in Houston. Mike and Stoke face off in their weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, this time with Stink, but who will need his counsel more, Mike or Stoke? The Broncos may suddenly be thin at corner but they’re strong at another position that’s been a issue for them for years. The Morning Crew make their survivor picks. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the week with their fearless picks for the big weekend of sports ahead.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with Stink getting an update on Stoke’s car situation, Stink giving us some insight into his weekend in Vegas, and a breakdown on how the Broncos can beat the Texans. They discuss the importance of sweeping the Raiders this year. The guys are joined by our NFL Insider, James Palmer, to get some insight into the Broncos’ opponent, how it can affect the trade deadline, and what it means for the AFC West race. Mike, Stink, and Stoke close out the third hour getting the listeners involved by answering their “Is It Just Me’s” on the text line and the YouTube chat.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth telling us about his sermon to the pastors before they discuss an “Is It Just Me” about Bo Nix possibly playing himself into the MVP conversation. Debating whether they trust the Broncos offense after the Cowboys game or if it’s fool’s gold. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Sean Payton showing a bit of maturity, their concern about Abrams-Draine, the best signing of the offseason, and the case against an old Parcells maxim.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with the top stories of the day like the Broncos’ brand new 41-year-old tight end, the Nuggets’ inconceivable depth, and the Cinderella story coming out of the World Series. The Morning Crew is back together for the weekly Triva Challenge from The Drive, how will they do at full strength? They address some other show-on-show violence. The Morning crew wrap up today’s show listening to the best audio of the morning after giving Stoke just a little more grief.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour recapping Stoke’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Mike tries to get out of some of his BS before they discuss the underrated signing of 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis. The guys have been off all morning between Stoke’s novelty coffee mug and Stink being suspiciously well put together, Mike gets to the bottom if it. The Morning Crew finish the third hour trying to come up with some stories Stink can tell at a church speaking engagement before they wonder if we’re making a mountain out a mole hill when it comes to the Texans.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth giving some more grief to Stoke about being late before they pivot to Marcedes Lewis. He may have lost his best player but is this a golden opportunity for Vance Joseph to prove he has what it takes to be a head coach again? They hear what Dan Orlovsky had to say about the Texans’ defense, how many points are realistic for the Broncos on Sunday? They chat about the true GOAT of the NBA before they enter 4 Down Territory where they cover Lewis’ longevity, a player’s first-time scoring, Aqib Talib Bolieves, and the First Lady of the Indianapolis Colts talks ball.
Mike Evans kicks off today’s show all alone, he talks about 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis joining the Broncos practice squad, he recaps the Nuggets’ big night, and he tells us why we should enjoy an already great World Series while we can. Mike updates everybody on the Stoke situation before he hears what his first love, Joel Klatt, had to say about Bo’s development and the “Fire Deion” movement. The hardest working man in Denver radio finally joins the program to explain why he was late. Stoke lets everything out, venting a little bit more about his Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour with Stink trying to get Mike to contradict himself as the guys debate how much the stats matter compared to the eye test. They are joined by our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky, to get his breakdown on the Broncos’ offense against the Cowboys, a scouting report on the Texans’ defense, and an update on the AFC West landscape. Did the young WR’s like Tryo Franklin and Pat Bryant show enough to make the Broncos stop shopping? The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show talking about Aidan Hutchinson's new megadeal.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with some good news about Pat Surtain II in the headlines. They are joined by Fox Sports’ lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, to get his breakdown of the Broncos’ dominating effort over the Cowboys and the fans calling for Deion Sanders’ job at CU. The Morning Crew looks ahead to the Broncos’ matchup against Houston and the #1 defense in the NFL, can the Broncos follow up their offensive explosion in H-Town? Mike, Stink, and Stoke finish the third hour getting the listeners on the text line and YouTube chat involved.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth to discuss Pat Surtain II’s injury while he’s still being held off of injured reserve. They give Cecil a bit of grief while they chat about Victor Olofsson's first career hat trick. The Broncos have been shopping around tight ends and the guys look at options from a bunch of scuffling teams. Stoke vents about Jahdae Barron and he breaks down all of Kris Abrams-Draine's snaps against the Cowboys. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover a great week of practice, Howard Jones, and Sutton becoming the mentor .
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show looking forward to Halloween coming up this Friday. The Broncos have been shopping in a very thin TE market, should they go with the rookie? Mike recaps the wild 8-4 Avs win New Jersey before the guys recap the Blue Jays’ bounce back Game 4 victory. The guys hear from a couple of Broncos we don’t normally get to hear from before they take a moment to appreciate Nathan MacKinnon’s greatness with the Avs. The 6am Duo show some love to Vance Joseph and respond to the early birds on the text line and YouTube chat at the end of the first hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour lauding the effort the Broncos’ receivers put into their blocking. Mike asks Stink if this type of performance is sustainable or if it was just the benefit of playing a dreadful Cowboys defense. The guys look ahead to the Chiefs game with the news that the Broncos will be missing Pat Surtain II for their pivotal first matchup with KC. The guys give some love to a fan who sent a jersey in to get signed before Mike takes a Telestrator quiz. Mike tells one of The Fan’s writers why he should be careful about what he wishes for when it comes to CU football’s leadership. The Morning Crew wrap up the show hearing the best audio of the morning.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour debating how to handle PS2’s injury, should they put him on injured reserve? Should Kris Abrams-Draine or Jahdae Barron start in his place? Mike highlights Jamal Murray’s hot start to the season after a 40 point night against the Timberwolves. Bo Nix had a great rookie season and the numbers say he’s on pace to be even better. Stink breaks down how the Broncos ran roughshod over the Cowboys in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth, who gives his take on the Broncos’ best option for Pat Surtain II’s injury. They discuss Jamal Murray’s chances to make an All Star game this season. Stink and Stoke debate where Jahdae Barron should play in Pat Surtain II’s absence, should he play outside or should he stay in the slot? Stoke breaks down the Broncos’  RPO game, along with a few plays from the young WR’s that stood out to him in his Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show giving Bronco fans an update on Pat Surtain II’s injury, highlighting an all-star performance from Jamal Murray, and recapping an instant classic World Series Game 3. They discuss the options the Broncos have to handle PS2’s injury with a tough stretch of games ahead of the Broncos. They highlight how routine a triple double is to Jokic anymore. Stoke gives a preview for his Telestrator Tuesday breakdown before they hear why Sean Payton didn’t rock the Broncos throwback gear. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some insight into the timeline and options the Broncos have for Pat Surtain II’s injury.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour highlighting the offensive line’s performance that paved the way for the offense’s best game of the season. We're talkin’ about practice, the Broncos’ best week of practice all season according to some reports, did getting back to routine help the Broncos’ great performance? Is there any team in the AFC that’s head-and-shoulders above the Broncos, or can the Broncos truly hang with anyone in the AFC? The Morning Crew wraps up Reaction Monday gauging their concern level for Pat Surtain’s injury.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour breaking down what the win over the Cowboys means for the Broncos and what it does for a young team’s confidence. They discuss the issues that the CU Buffs are going through after getting whooped in Utah. They parse through the headlines like the world series, Nuggets’ get right game, and the Avs’ bad weekend. The guys tell the stubborn Sean Payton haters why the Cowboys win still matters. The guys praise Bo’s poise after the opening drive interception and what it means for the young QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth giving his take on the huge win. Mike wonders if this is the turning point for the offense. The guys break down the play calling from Sean Payton against the Cowboys. The rookie class had a breakout game, the Morning Crew go in-depth on Jahdae Barron’s performance after Pat Surtain got sidelined. The Morning Crew hit halftime in 4 Down Territory where they cover unorthodox motivation for the Broncos, the revelation of Dobbins at RB, the happenings around the NFL, feedback from the treehouse gang, and 168 million dollars in buyouts.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show celebrating the Broncos’ dominant win over the Cowboys and mourning the end of Coach Prime’s honeymoon period. They heap praise on Bo Nix for his best performance of the season. They discuss how the defense looked when Pat Surtain went out of the game and Mike has a big red flag about PS2’s running mate. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour answering some messages from the 6am listeners and viewers.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour bouncing between the Broncos’ upcoming game and the Nuggets and Avalanche games last night. Mike and Stoke face off in their weekly Broncos fantasy matchup, who won last week? Who will win this week? The Morning Crew make their survivor picks for this NFL weekend before Mike and Stoke make their fearless prediction for the whole wide world of sports this weekend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour breaking down how the Broncos can stifle the Dallas offense. They discuss the disappointing Nuggets loss to open the season and they gauge their concern-o-meter about the Avs after they had to scramble to salvage a point. Mike and Stoke are joined by our NFL insider, James Palmer, to get him to expand on his comments about Payton’s offense becoming predictable, the Cowboys' offense, how the trade deadline will go, and the Chiefs' standing in the AFC. Mike and Stoke wrap up the third hour with some “Is It Just Me’s” about the play calling.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour we react to the updates in the illegal gambling case that has local ties. What is the latest on the story and is it already too late to fix the corruption with sports gambling? We get an update on another sports gambling story that broke today and recall the Jontay Porter story from last year. Its Thursday so that means its trivia time! How will the pack do today as they take on The Drive! What was the best audio of the day? Sean Payton reacts to the Russell Wilson tweet, what's the deal with all his screen passes, and was the Dre Greenlaw ruling another example of the NFL going against Payton?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with Sean Payton reacting to Rusell Wilson’s tweet. He claims he did not mention him in his comments whatsoever, do our guys buy what coach Payton is saying? An update on the Dre Greenlaw situation and what Sean has heard about it. Bo Nix wants to get off to faster starts. How can the Broncos make that happen this weekend? We got a big update on the arrest surrounding Colorado legend Chauncey Billups. The guys react to the news and ask what leads these former athletes to go down this road.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth reacting to the news of Chauncey Billups being arrested. Sean Payton responded to Russell Wilsons tweet. Did Sean really take a shot at his former QB or was it taken out of context? What are the expectations for the Denver Nuggets as they get ready to tip-off? A familiar face is coming back to Empower Field, did the Broncos make a mistake letting him go? Someone asked the burning question, what's up with all of the screens the Broncos use?  We enter four down territory to close out the second hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with an update on the Payton-Russ drama before they dig into the Broncos’ next matchup. The guys give the 6am listeners a chance to hear what Joel Klatt had to say about game planning, the deep ball, and Sean Payton as a coach.  We listen to Sean Payton give updates on the Dre Greenlaw situation. The Broncos young signal caller reacts to making history, and we get BREAKING NEWS regarding a well-known Colorado legend.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about the Broncos offensive struggles. What needs to change immediately in order for everyone to feel better about this team? What did we make of Dre Greenlaw's rookie mistake that got him suspended? We were joined by Dan Orlovsky to break down the wild comeback against New York.  What was the difference between Bo Nix in the first quarter and fourth? What can Dan point to for the Broncos offensive struggles? What's the deal with all the screen plays from this offense? Where is Bo Nix currently in his development? We react to some of the best sounds from this morning and hear from the one true goat of Basketball.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour reacting to the Dre Greenlaw suspension. Is the NFL setting a precedent by upholding the suspension? The Avs had an overtime loss to Utah what did Coach Bednar attribute the loss to? Christian Bruan signed a big extension this week. What does his extension say about the Nuggets current championship window? We’re joined by Joel Klatt to breakdown the Broncos game against New York. What changed from the first quarter to the fourth? Is Sean Payton is a vanity play caller, and is that holding back this Broncos offense? Is the lack of a deep ball threat making this offense too predictable?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth getting his take on Dre Greenlaw’s tissue-paper soft suspension being upheld before they cover the Avs overtime loss to the Mammoth. Stink relishes a moment to dive into the Russ-Payton beef after Russ finally fired back at Payton on Twitter. The guys discuss accountability for Sean Payton and the Broncos offense after The Drive criticized the Broncos' coach. The Morning Crew finishes the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover Nik Bonitto's spot with Sean Payton's favorite podcaster, Kay Adams.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show discussing Dre Greenlaw's suspension being upheld before recapping the Avs' disappointing loss to Utah last night. Russell Wilson (finally) took a shot at Sean Payton on twitter and the guys take a moment to tear into the Broncos' former QB. The NFL may have seen the game of the year when the Broncos came back on the Giants and it has set the national media on fire, Mike and Stoke hear what the national pundits have to say about Bo Nix and the Broncos. The Morning Duo wrap up the first hour hearing what the true GOAT of basketball had to say in the NBA on NBC debut.
In the fourth and final hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the guys talk about some of the things that drive them crazy about The Broncos offense and what they'd rather see from Sean Payton.  Mike plays some touching audio from Peyton Manning talking about Demaryius Thomas and why he chose Denver.  And we close out the show with some positives from the game as well as breaking down Christian Braun's new contract.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the third hour combing through the film of referee Brad Allen's altercation with Dre Greenlaw and Justin Strnad that has Stoke believing in the appeal. They discuss Christian Braun's shiny new contract extension and what it means for the Nuggets going forward. Mike is getting tired of the Broncos fans out there who are blaming Sean Payton for anything and everything that goes wrong, he and the guys sort through the good and bad decisino that went intothe Broncos' game agaisnt the Giants. In Stink's Telestrator Tuesday breakdown, he looked at the film of the Broncos' first three miserable quarters that set the table for the amazing comeback.
Mike Evans, Brandon Stokley, and Mark Schlereth open the second hour getting Stink's take on the tissue-soft suspension of Dre Greenlaw. Mike admits that he was hoping for a blowout before the comeback and he explains why. Stoke breaks down the Broncos' exhilarating 4th quarter comeback, what changed to make the miracle happen?
Mike Evnas and Brandon Stokley open today's show jumping around the wide world of sports between Dre Greenlaw's suspension, the World Sereis matchup, and Christian Braun's new deal. A host on the station has the guys wondering if Sean Payton is holding Bo back. They give a preview of Stoke's telestrator Tuesday breakdown. They finish the fisrt hour joined by our 9news Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some insight into Dre Greenlaw's suspension and appeal.
In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike and Stoke start out by just basking in the awesomeness of yesterday's win.  Mike gives some staggering stats that tell the story of the game, and Stoke gives some reasons why the Broncos played so much better in the fourth quarter.
For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the guys open the show with a rollercoaster highlight reel from yesterday’s Bronco game.  Mike and Stoke welcome in Mark Schlereth to get into all the happenings from the game and the Demaryius Thomas ring of fame induction like who left early and who stayed for the whole game.
In the third hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the guys welcome in Joel Dreessen to talk about the alumni celebration and he reads a beautiful poem he wrote about Demaryius Thomas.  They close out the hour with Stoke telling us about his experience at the game and how long he stayed.
For the final hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, we open the hour with a rocky-esque montage from yesterday's Bronco game and react to the feelings of bronco fans on the text line.  Stink breaks down some of the things The Broncos did to improve in the fourth quarter and Stoke gives us his insights from being at the game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show by checking in on Mark Schlereth who joins them live from New York! This is a busy weekend for the Broncos as they get ready to host the New York Giants. The Broncos look to honor Demaryius Thomas by inducting him into the ring of fame. Is Brandon Stokley planning on driving through treacherous downtown Denver to join the celebration? The Broncos dynamic edge rushing duo were in the New York headlines. What comments did Jonathan Cooper and Nik Bonitto make regarding the offensive rookies in New York? Do we like the bravado coming out of the Broncos stars on defense, or is it setting up for a letdown? Where do the guys stand on the New York Giants? Is there any concern about New York coming in and upsetting the Broncos?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth poking some fun at Mark for being back in New York. How do we feel about the upcoming Broncos game? The guys react to the Thursday Night Football game. Does this prove that you cannot overlook anyone in the NFL? Is Bo Nix the future of the Broncos? Mike was once on the fence, but he is now leaning more to one side. The offense has clearly been struggling, but who should take the majority of the blame for the struggles?  We go into fourth down territory and get Marks prediction for the Broncos game this weekend!
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off saying goodbye to Mark as he gets ready to visit the Jets facility in preparation for the game he’s calling this weekend. The Broncos dynamic edge rushing duo were in the New York headlines. What comments did Jonathan Cooper and Nik Bonitto make regarding the offensive rookies in New York? Do we like the bravado coming out of the Broncos stars on defense, or is it setting up for a letdown? A big weekend is coming up for the Broncos organization as they induct DT into the ring of fame. Are the Avs possibly going to face a controversy between the pipes as the season rolls on? James Palmer joins the show to breakdown the upcoming game and share some stories about Demaryius Thomas!
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour asking where is a great place to visit this weekend at CSU? Could the Rams be rounding back into form to make a push in the mountain west? What are Stokes worries going into the Broncos game? The guys need to make their fantasy picks as breakfast is on the line again! The guys make their survivor picks and give their final Broncos predictions before a big football weekend!
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show by checking on Stokley’s sleep after using his sleep machine. The guys react to Sean’s comments from yesterday. Is it time for the Broncos to start a long win streak? After a long road trip the Broncos will be at home. How will the team feel after a month away from home? Is Sean Payton overcomplicating the offense too much for his second-year signal caller? Do the Broncos not have a “go-to” play on offense they can rely on? Is it time for Bo Nix to make his voice heard when it comes to play calling? Could Bo Nix be overwhelmed by the amount of moving parts in this Sean Payton offense? The Jaxon Dart eye black conversation takes over the text-line. Who is the rookie QB in New York paying tribute to?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth with Mark calling out Stokley's take to end the first hour. Do guards in the NFL have it easier because they have backup or do receivers have it easier with all of the moving parts to help them get open? Dre Greenlaw was seen practicing yesterday, but is it unreasonable to expect him back so soon? With the recent injury of back up tackle Matt Peart what do the Broncos have in reserve to work up front? Do we give any slack to Peart’s poor play now that we know he was playing while hurt? Should the Broncos offense go more up tempo? Could Sean be avoiding the tempo change to keep more control of his offense? We enter four down territory to close out the hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking about NBA contracts vs NFL contracts. Are the former NFL guys jealous of the big NBA money they’re making now? Dre Greenlaw was seen practicing yesterday, but is it unreasonable to expect him back so soon? What is the ONE thing that Stink believes the Broncos need to fix on offense? The guys get caught up on Stinks' new commercial that everyone will get to see soon. The Broncos offense seems to be out of synch. How can Sean Payton simplify this offense to make it run smoother? After all the poking fun of each other, can the guys regroup for trivia in the next hour?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour asking how the Broncos can fix their offense. Does it all come down to simplifying the offense? Do they need to find a foundational play or a “go-to” play to make the offense click? It’s time for Trivia as the guys take on the Drive in their weekly head-to-head. Can they get back on track missing a critical piece of their usual crew? The guys take accountability for their mistakes and unpack trivia to close out the show.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour wondering if Sean Payton wants his preseason Super Bowl comments back after the way that his offense looked in London. They discuss the benefits of dumbing down the offense for Bo and all of the young players. They are joined by our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky, to share a funny story about Jeff Saturday before he digs into the Broncos’ issues on offense and the AFC landscape. The guys look at some of the WR’s around the NFL that may be available, including some controversial names, that they may want the Broncos to get... if they want the Broncos to make a move at all. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up today’s show giving an update on the Rockies’ GM search before Mike throws out a trade candidate that has Stoke excited.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour talking about injuries, playing hurt and beginning Greenlaw watch as he comes off of IR. They are joined by Fox’s lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, to get his breakdown on the Broncos’ struggling offense and the changing landscape of college football. The guys give Mike grief over his boo while Stoke tells us all about his velour jumpsuit. The Morning Crew finishes the third hour with an update on Bo Nix’s development.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth giving a tearful apology to Matt Peart for criticizing him when Peart was playing hurt. The Drive had some criticism for Sean Payton’s decision not to take the bye week this week, but the guys beg to differ. Stink and Stoke explain why the later bye is a good thing. The guys debate the efficacy of white noise for sleep before they dig into some controversial WR’s the Broncos could bring in to help kick start the offense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show kicking off Giants week with some roster moves like a new special teamer and another injury on the OL. Have the last two weeks of down performances shaken your faith that the Broncos can capitalize on a wide-open AFC? Bo Nix has looked a little shaky so far this season, but Mike explains why Bo’s still on track. The Broncos were looking at getting some help in the WR corps that may involve some WR rehab. Should the Broncos shop around the rest of the NFL ahead of the trade deadline?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour continuing to vent about the Broncos’ OL in London. Stink and Stoke deliver a message to the players after breaking down the film of their game against the Jets. The guys confront a 9am texter about expectations before Mike gives everybody a reason to feel optimistic about the season going forward. Mike, Mark, and Stoke tie a bow on today’s show talking about college football and the perilous road it’s on after the James Franklin firing.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour discussing where the Broncos go next with their OL after their performance against the Jets. They break down the play of the high-paid guys across the line. They speak out against the folks blaming Sean Payton for the Broncos’ performance, begging the fans to hold the highly paid professional players accountable. In Stink’s Week 6 Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown, he absolutely eviscerates the poor play of the Broncos’ offensive line.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth feeling better about the win this morning, although Stoke still has one big concern that may hold the Broncos back. Stink pushes back on a prominent national preseason narrative about the Broncos after studying the film. In Stoke’s Week 6 Telestrator Tuesday film breakdown, he covers what went wrong for the Broncos offense in the 2nd half and how they handled the loaded boxes the Jets were showing. Stink and Stoke break down a performance to forget for the Broncos OL to finish the second hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show looking at the wide-open landscape of the AFC after seeing the Buffalo Bills lose to the Falcons last night. We geta preview of Stoke’s Telestrator Tuesday breakdown on the Broncos. Rumors are already starting about Coach Prime taking his services somewhere else and the guys have to dispel them as they look ahead to the future of college football. Stoke explains why he likes that the Broncos didn’t take their bye week this week. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some insight into the long road trip and the jet lag the Broncos are going through.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour giving Vance Joseph his flowers for the incredible performance his defense put up in London. The Morning crew looks at a few options trying to figure out how to fix the offense that’s had a few down weeks in a row. Mike asks the players how they would simplify the offense for Bo Nix and the rest of the young players on the Broncos. Mike, Mark, and Stoke wrap up today’s show hearing Bo talk about his chemistry with Evan Engram, Tua air some dirty laundry in Miami’s locker room, and Coach Prime point out why rushing the field is kinda dumb.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour reminding Broncos fans that the team did, in fact, win against the Jets. They discuss when changes should be made if the Broncos offense doesn’t show improvement. The Morning Crew respond to some of the 8am listeners talking about CU’s win, the goalie discrepancy between the Avs and the Stars, and Sean Payton’s offense. The guys look at another sophomore QB to compare Bo’s development and to see what the Broncos need to do to help out their young QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth to get his take on the Broncos’ performance in their 13-11 win over the winless Jets. Mike asks Stink and Stoke who’s to blame for the stagnant offense yesterday morning between Sean Payton’s play calling or the execution by the players. They discuss how they would have handled he Jets game if they were in Sena Payton’s shoes. The Morning Crew finishes the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they break down why the 2nd half was so different from the first, the sterling performance of the defense, and the AFC West race tightening up.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping a full weekend between the Broncos’ ugly win in London, the local college teams notching huge wins, and the hurdle the Avalanche can’t get over. There was a lot of griping about Sean Payton’s play calling after a 13-11 win, Mike and Stoke take a closer look at the decisions the coaches made. The bright spot of the Broncos win was the defense led by Nik Bonitto, is he trending toward the DPOY?  Does this defense remind you of 2015’s No Fly Zone? The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour getting reaction from the 6am listeners about the Broncos’ ceiling this year after 6 games.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour looking past the Jets, but are the Broncos looking past them? Mike and Stoke discuss how dangerous their opponent really is. The guys pick their Broncos-Jets fantasy teams, can Mike keep up his newfound momentum against Stoke? The Morning Crew make their survivor picks, featuring a bit of controversy thanks to a loophole. The 6am Duo wrap up the week with their fearless predictions of the weekend’s football.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour getting Stink’s take on the Broncos’ matchup versus the Jets before they cut him loose. The Broncos continue to debate the Eagles game before looking past the Jets to preview next week’s game against the Giants. How much does a big matchup on the schedule affect a matchup in the moment? Mike asks Stoke after an ugly win over the Mammoth. The guys answer an Is It Just Me on about young QB’s after Jaxson Dart’s performance last night. Mike and Stoke wrap up the third hour joined by our NFL Insider, James Palmer, who vents about his Phillies before he discusses trap games in the NFL, the landscape of the AFC, and the comparisons between Bo Nix and Baker Mayfield.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour getting the player’s perspective on international games. Would they rather spend the week in London or get in and get out quickly? A shorthanded Morning Crew went 1-3 on trivia last week, can they rebound at full strength this week? The guys unpack their trivia challenge and the odd wedge-driving we’ve seen from Stoke this morning.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour inspecting the GM tree that has sprung from John Elway and ask what went wrong in the end for The Duke. The guys hear Bo Nix talk about the comeback and they get Stink’s take on Bo’s development and potential. They finish the third hour hearing Sean Payton talking up the top guys in the WR corps and the RB stable.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth and his very red ears. Stink tells us all about his experience of getting his nose and ears waxed as he deals with the fallout live on air. Mike doesn’t think Sunday’s game against the Jets is a trap game, he explains why next week’s game with the other New York team is the real trap game. The Morning Crew finishes the second hour doing story time with Stink, he tells us about his working relationship with John Elway and a recent dinner he had with Mike Shanahan.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about their drive to work, was it just Mike or was everybody’s commute like the Autobahn? The guys give the 6am listeners a chance to hear how high Joel Klatt is on the Broncos, particularly about how his expectations have changed for this team, the guys explain how theirs have changed as well. Sean Payton was in a good mood yesterday, heaping praise on Courtland Sutton and JK Dobbins as pro’s pros. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour giving the 6am listeners a chance to hear our ESPN NFL Insider Dan Orlovsky’s expert insight into the big win and the AFC West rat race.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour chatting about how teams handle international games. The guys are joined by our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky, to get his expert breakdown of what clicked for the Broncos offense in the 4th quarter in Philly and to get a broader view of the AFC West landscape. The football players get a bit of hockey education from the show’s hockey guy. The Morning Crew ends today’s show with a rare treat: reacting to Broncos press conferences as they happen, debating whether Sunday's game is a trap game.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour with some 4 Down leftovers like the he-said-she-said controversy between Liam Coen and Coach Prime, as well as a mind-boggling trade. The guys are joined by Fox’s lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, who is high on the Broncos and Bo Nix after their huge win in Philly. He thinks the 4th quarter could lead to even better things for the Broncos’ sophomore QB. The guys unpack Joel Klatt’s interview, particularly his opinion that Bo may have had his “eureka” moment but Stoke is still iffy about the Broncos offense. The Morning Crew finish the third hour debating the decision to go for the 2-point conversion to take the lead.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking up Vance Joseph’s chances to be a head coach after this season and they look at the next man up in place of Ben Powers. The guys discuss whether the reports of KC’s demise are exaggerated or not before digging into Dre Greenlaw’s status for this season. The Morning Crew are joined by the new hockey guy at The Fan, our Avalanche Insider Will Petersen, to get a full preview of the upcoming Avalanche season, from the retirement of Erik Johnson to the expectations for this year’s team, to the contract negotiations with Marty Necas. Mike, Stoke, and Stink wrap up today’s show talking about the CU Buffs’ inability to close out games before they talk about the swagger that Sean Payton has brought to the Broncos locker room.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour bouncing around the wide world of sports, from the ramifications of Week 5 in the NFL to LeBron James’ latest plea for attention. The Morning crew sets expectations for the Avalanche this season as they prepare to take the ice tonight. Mike, Mark, and Stoke dig into some of the leftovers from the Broncos’ win over the Eagles like JK Dobbins’ performance. The Morning Crew wrap up the 3rd hour hearing Stink break down the Broncos’ defense late in their win over the Eagles.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with Mark Schlereth to get a behind the scenes look at the Manning Cast after Stoke’s big break last night. It takes a Guard to break down the loss of Ben Powers, Stink takes us through the options for the next man up. Stoke does a comprehensive breakdown of the Broncos’ 4th quarter TD drives in his rendition of Telestrator Tuesday. The Morning Crew finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the new guard are announcing their presence, a veteran player is in danger of getting Wally Pipp’d, the Broncos were being Broad Street Bullies, and it’s all work and no play.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping Stoke’s appearance on the Manning Cast before they set the table for Broncos-Eagles leftovers and the first Avs hockey game of the season. They thank the Jacksonville Jags for beating the Chiefs last night and look ahead and project how the Broncos will manage without Ben Powers for the long haul. They discuss how Connor McDavid’s surprise hometown discount will affect the Avs’ negotiations with Marty Necas. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour with out 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to see how the London experience is treating him before they get updates on the Super Bowl expectations in the locker room, the plan without Ben Powers, and the vibes around the locker room after a huge win.
How big of a step did Bo take with yesterday's performance? Stoke breaks the news that he will be on the Manning Cast tonight. How does Nik Bonitto compare to the other top pass rushers in the NFL? Is this the Broncos biggest win since Super Bowl 50? Broncos practice week schedule in London.
Stink says this win means the Broncos can overcome adversity. Mike laments that this was a significant victory and the first huge step towards being a real contender. Stoke and Stink say we shouldn't crown the Broncos just yet, but agree that it was a massive win. Bo Nix stepped up in the fourth quarter. The guys react to his play in crunch time. Reaction to Sean Payton going for the 2-point conversion. More thoughts on some of the calls that went against the Eagles late in the game. James Merilatt joins the show to give his thoughts on the comeback victory and where the team currently stands in the AFC.
Stoke somewhat downplays the importance of a win in Week 5. Saquon Barkley only had one carry in the second half. Why wasn't he utilized more? Courtland Sutton came up with multiple big plays in the second half. The guys dive into Sutton's performance and compare him to AJ Brown. What lessons did the Broncos apply to this win?
It's a Broncos Victory Monday and a Broncos Reaction Monday! Was this finally a signature win for the Broncos? The Broncos turned it on and scored 18 points in the 4th quarter, so what changed? Eagles fans were not too happy with some of the calls late in the game, so were the Broncos really a beneficiary of a friendly whistle? Should we be talking about Nik Bonitto as a legitimate DPOY candidate, as he is currently on pace for 24 sacks?
Mark joins the show from Charlotte. Avs wear LA Rams jerseys to the Thursday Night Football game. Is this a bad look? Sean Payton discusses how he and the team have handled this short week. Mark says the team will be going from straight from Philly to London. Is DEN-PHI a measuring stick game for the Broncos? Nick Sirriani on the Eagles trying to meet their high standards and expectations.
How are we feeling about DEN-PHI? Stoke's ejection story in Philadelphia. Mark talks about his scrap against Mike Pitts. Mike says Courtland Sutton is a legit No. 1 wide receiver. Stoke slightly objects, saying he might not be a No. 1 on other teams. Sutton's maturity is valuable, compared to a wideout like AJ Brown. Mark predicts the Eagles will beat the Broncos, 23-20.
Stoke confirms that the Broncos will travel straight to London after playing in Philadelphia. As a coach, how do you handle a short week of rest? James Palmer joins the guys to give some insight on the Eagles and discuss the Broncos keys to victory on Sunday. How does the Broncos offense match up with the Eagles defense?
How confident is Broncos Country in a victory on Sunday? Will the Eagles offense fix their woes? Fantasy Football lineups for this week. Survivor picks for this week. More on the Avs wearing Rams jerseys at SoFi Stadium last night on Thursday Night Football. Game predictions for the football weekend - CSU @ San Diego St., CU @ TCU, Denver @ Philadelphia
In the First Hour, Stoke discusses his manicure and how it differs from a pedicure. As a player, what is this week like? Short week, East Coast game. Gotta head to London after playing in Philadelphia. DJ Jones on the scary pass rush of Nik Bonitto and Jonathan Cooper. Start of Nuggets training camp this week in San Diego. Jamal Murray says he's rested and ready to go.
In the Second Hour, A.J. Brown is disgruntled because he is not getting the football as much as he would like. Challenges that the Eagles offense poses. How do you deal with the Tush Push? As a fan, what do you think about the play? If the Broncos beat the Eagles, are they a Super Bowl contender? Shedeur Sanders mimed his interview yesterday, not saying anything but moving his mouth.
In the Third Hour, Mark comes in. More thoughts on Shedeur's response to Rex Ryan. Mark laments that a backup QB should not be the focal point of the team. AJ Brown is a diva WR. Should the 'Tush Push' be a legal play in the NFL? Or is it just part of the game? Sean Payton's thoughts on the 'Tush Push.'
In the Fourth Hour,  Trivia with the guys. They go 1-3 on the trivia questions. Which QB that Stoke played with other than Peyton Manning threw for the most yards in their career? Jamal Murray on the Nuggets championship aspirations.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth educating Mike about the game of football once again. They are joined by Fox’s lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, to get his breakdown of Evan Engram’s role in the offense, evaluation of Bo’s big game, and to get his feelings on the Broncos’ matchup in Philly. Stoke tells the guys why he doesn't think Sean Payton will commit to the run after dominating the Bengals on the ground. The Morning Crew wraps up the third hour with Stink’s Telestrator breakdown on the Broncos’ first down philosophy and execution.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour rollin’ up with 2 Chainz before they hear Vic Fangio’s thoughts on Bo Nix. The guys are joined by our ESPN NFL Insider, Dan Orlovsky, to get a breakdown of Bo’s big game and previews what the Broncos need to do to beat the Eagles. Nuggets media day came and went and the guys relish having Bruce Brown back in Denver. The guys finish today’s show reacting to some huge breaking Rockies news.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show celebrating the Broncos’ blowout win over the Bengals where the offense got back on track. They highlight the running game and the first 100+ yard rusher since 2022. The guys laud Bo’s performance in the win before answering some texts about Evan Engram and the WR’s. They talk about RJ Harvey’s potential as a pass-catching RB and discuss how Bo operated the offense. They heap praise on JK Dobbins as probably the best in the Broncos’ free agent class.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour giving the fanbase reasons for optimism in spite of the Broncos’ opponent. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get his takes on the game and to tell us about the vibes around the locker room after a big win. The guys debate what the Broncos can learn and take away from a big win over a bad opponent. Mike and Stoke finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the takeaways from the win, the huge role Sutton has played for Bo, mental toughness, and Tyreek Hill’s injury.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth threatening to sue the rest of the Morning Crew before he highlights his favorite part of last night’s game. They go in-depth about the RB rotation, and they break down why the running game was so successful last night. The guys highlight Pat Surtain II’s primetime performance, is this a good sign that the DPOY is rounding back into form after a rough start? Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the third hour going around the table sharing the positives they saw from last night’s dominating win in primetime.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour carrying over the overwhelming list of positives that came from the Broncos’ big primetime won over Cincy. Is the AFC West open to the Broncos after week 4? The guys do point out a couple of negatives from the game like the play calling in the red zone. Mike, Stoke, and Stink finish today’s show telling everybody why they’re optimistic about the upcoming game against the Eagles.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with plenty of optimism about tonight’s key game against the Bengals. They wonder how the Broncos will execute after a couple of rough games where they just couldn’t close it out as they debate who confident they should be against Jake Browning’s Bengals. Is the Coach Prime experiment falling apart after their loss to BYU? Mike and Stoke recap the Rockies’ worst season ever as they debate what the Rox will do. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour answering the text line’s questions about tonight’s game; should this be an easy win or are the Broncos walking into a trap game?
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour recapping a busy weekend in sports, from the Ryder Cup struggles of the USA to the honeymoon period ending for Coach Prime. The guys explain why tonight’s game against the Bengals a must-win. They make fun of Stink for last week before they explain what they need to see from the Broncos offense tonight. Mike and Stoke shoot the breeze about the Big Board of BS before they enter 4 Down Territory where they cover Adam Trautman’s blase attitude about his mental mistakes, the shifting AFC West landscape, the Broncos’ best rookie so far, and the college football scene.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth live in studio talking about his loose broadcast and the Broncos’ operations on offense. They break down a major gap in the broncos’ offensive attack: right in the middle of the field. The Broncos’ defense hasn’t met the lofty expectations that were set for them but is there a chance they can still rebound into  the unit we expected? The Morning Crew finish the third hour with the Senior Editor at Denversports.com, James Merilatt, to chop it up about his ongoing feud with Sean Payton and tonight’s game against Cincinnati.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour debating style points, how much do the Broncos need to win by to settle down Broncos Country? When does the Broncos’ offense need to break out? Stoke explains why they don’t have to. The guys decided to do their weekly Broncos’ fantasy matchup today, how will Mike and Stoke do this week? The Morning Crew wrap up today’s show with their fearless predictions for the Broncos’ primetime matchup against the Bengals.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about one of their favorite events in all of golf: the Ryder Cup. They hear Sean Payton dissecting what the issue with the Broncos’ offense is. Stoke thinks what we’ve seen out of Bo so far is a part of who he is as a QB. Mike dug into Sean Payton’s record in September and found an encouraging trend, will the Broncos wake up when September ends? Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour telling us who the most important Bronco for Monday Night’s game against the Bengals is.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour wondering how hard Sean Payton coaching Bo behind the scenes before Mike advocates for Bo is to be benched. The guys are joined by Stink, live from Mike Evans’ home turf, to verify some of Mike’s stories on the Big Board of BS and how Bo can right the ship. Mike and Stoke debate the Broncos’ identity on offense. The guys finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ big game on Monday night, and a Thursday Night recap.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour without Mark Schlereth giving an update on the Ryder Cup before venting their frustrations about their expectations not being met by the Broncos. The must-win guys emerge ahead of the Broncos’ pivotal matchup on Monday night. They are joined by our NFL Insider, James Palmer, to get his take on the Broncos’ slow start and the Broncos’ inability to close out games. Mike and Stoke finish the third hour sharing their concerns about CU and CSU’s uncertain QB futures.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour chatting about how their Sundays will go without the Broncos to watch. Stoke gives his take on the Broncos’ stat that they’ve never trailed in the 4th quarter until the walk-offs and why it’s a major concern. Mike tries to lift Stoke’s spirits while he gives a silver lining about the slow start. Mike and Stoke pick out who the most important Bronco for the Monday night matchup is. The guys wrap up the week with their picks for the show survivor pool and the local college teams.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about the Broncos’ Monday night football game as they set up a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” Wednesday on a Thursday. They guys let the 6am listeners hear Joel Klatt’s in-depth breakdown on what’s wrong with Bo Nix’s mechanics and why he still believes the Broncos can catch up in the AFC. Mike and Stoke take on some “Tell Me Why I’m Wrongs” comparing Sean Payton to another coach, bagging on Marvin Mims, and power ranking the Raisins’ place in trail mix. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour giving the 6am listeners a chance to hear Dan Orlovsky’s breakdown of Bo’s footwork and how the Broncos can help their young QB fix it.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour with an update on the week of Stoke, he tells us about more of the pampering he’s treating himself to like the massage that’s left him sore this morning. The guys respond to some more “Tell Me Why I’m Wrongs” about the Rockies finally making changes and Justin Herbert’s standing in the AFC. They get some more “Tell Me Why I’m Wrongs” about Jamal Murray before they give us the Mark Schlereth words of the day. They hit the halfway point in 4 Down Territory where they cover mistakes in the red zone, Dan Orlovsky’s expert analysis, and the Hall of Fame candidates.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth getting him involved in a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” that’s blaming Sean Payton for the Broncos’ problems. The guys discuss simplifying Sean Payton’s offense before taking on some more “Tell Me Why I’m Wrongs”. Stoke was thinking a lot about the slow start and he’s wondering if it’s actually a good thing for this young team to be humbled. Mike confronts Stoke with a very personal “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” to wrap up the third hour.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour highlighting a couple of Broncos lifers that are up for the Hall of Fame. Mike and Stoke take on trivia from The Drive, sans Stink, how will they follow up the 4-0 push that happened last week? Mike tells us the story of a man at the end of his rope, desperately pleading his case that he’s right about Russell Wilson. Mike and Stoke finish todays show with a “Tell Me Why I’m Wrong” that could threaten to tear the duo apart.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about the rainy day yesterday, from Mike’s Costco shopping spree to Stoke dealing with the fallout of Mrs. S’s so-called soup. The guys wonder where raisins went before they move onto Cincinnati as the Broncos put an emphasis on not losing. Mike asks Stoke how a team handles and eventually moves on from a tough loss before they take a look at the NBA Top 100 players list. The 6am Duo close out the first hour talking about the Buffs’ big game hosting BYU and what it means for the Coach Prime regime.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour telling us about Stoke’s lovely rainy day treat before Stoke gives his take on the Broncos through the first 3 games. Mike drank the Kool-Aid heading into the offseason and the 1-2 start has left him with a very bitter taste in his mouth, did you buy into the offseason hype? How would you feel about the 1-2 start if the hype train never got going? The guys defend themselves for getting pedicures and they debate getting paid for the Ryder Cup. The 7am Duo finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos are defending Bo at all costs, how hard it is to win in the NFL, and the end of the line for Russell Wilson.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth who reacts to the Russ news and address the young QB’s running rampant with their eye black before they bring Fox Sports’ lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt, onto the show to talk about Bo’s mechanics and his belief in the Broncos staying strong after a couple of heart wrenching losses. The guys get Stink’s take on teams learning how to win. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the third hour talking abut discipline when it comes to football and Mike is tired of the early season excuses for the Broncos.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour talking about Stoke’s pedicure before they move onto Cincinnati. The guys are joined by ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky to get a breakdown of what’s going wrong with Bo’s footwork and whether it’s correctable. They unpack their interviews with two former QB’s who both pointed out Bo’s footwork as a problem and they discuss their concerns about the Broncos’ young QB.  Mike, Stoke, and Stink conclude today’s show reveling in the latest Russell Wilson failure.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show talking about their dogs before they discuss Sean Payton’s comments yesterday defending Bo’s deep throw misses. They didn’t get a chance to talk about the local college football scene amid the frustration of yesterday, so they hear what Coach Prime had to say about the job that Pat Shurmur is doing. It seems like Michael Malone is still bitter about his exit from the Nuggets, is he justified? Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get his take on Sean Payton’s comments defending Bo, the run game, and an update on Dre Greenlaw.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour talking about soup on a very rainy day before asking whether the Broncos are giving enough support to Bo to be successful. Gabriel Landeskog got into a fight on the ice the other day, do you agree with The Captain being the one to get into a fight? Stoke breaks down the reasons why Bo wasn’t able to connect on any of his deep passes against the Chargers, were they all Bo’s fault or was there something else to them? Mike and Stoke finish the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the damage control coming out of Dove Valley, the argument of play calling versus personnel, and the Buffs’ QB.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off the third hour with Mark Schlereth giving us a scouting report on the Raiders after he called one of their games. Stink gives his take on Sean Payton’s staunch defense of Bo Nix’s key misses in LA. They break down Bo’s footwork through the first three games and how it’s hurting his performance. The guys discuss the circumstances behind Michael Malone’s departure from the Nuggets. Stink breaks down the Broncos’ issues on 1st and 2nd down that made life a lot harder for the offense.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour getting Stoke’s response to Stink’s Telestrator breakdown which makes the guys wonder if Bo is trying to outdo himself from his rookie year and if he’s just beating himself in the process. There's a lot of Lions envy going around Broncos Country right now and Mike tells them why they need to wait to get to that level. The guys inform Broncos fans with Lions envy about just how long it took for them to get to where they are. Mike, Stink, and Stoke finish the show talking about Gabriel Landeskog’s preseason fight. \