The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.05.26

The Drive

The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.05.26

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Published on Jan 5, 2026, 3:15:55 PM
Total time: 00:39:52

Episode Description

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the Broncos securing the number one seed in the AFC despite the Broncos offense struggling yet again. How confident are the guys in the Broncos divisional round playoff game coming off back-to-back ugly wins? Zach and Phil debate if Sean Payton was holding back the offense to not give away play calls ahead of the playoffs? We breakdown the Broncos run game and the guys advocate for Jaleel McLaughlin to get more opportunities with his recent spike in production. What did the guys make of the strength of the Broncos in their defense. Should Nik Bonitto have had an even bigger day than he did? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on the Broncos defense taking the ball away from the other team. 

More about The Drive

“The Drive” is an iconic sports-talk radio show in Denver history featuring some of the most entertaining personalities to ever crack a microphone over the years. The current iteration of “The Drive” is hosted by Zach Bye, who brings years of radio experience and unmatched authenticity to the program each day. His partner, Phillip Lindsay, is the embodiment of our city. Phil grew up in Denver, starring at running back for Denver South High School. He went on to break records at the University of Colorado, before becoming a Pro Bowler with the Denver Broncos. Phil’s energy and enthusiasm matched with Zach’s passion and precision creates Denver’s can’t miss show on your drive home, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekday afternoons!