The Drive | Hour 1 | 01.06.26

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the Nuggets miraculous upset over the 76ers last night and debate if Payton Watson is worth the Nuggets going into the 2^nd apron for if they re-sign him in the off season. Should the Nuggets have given Watson a contract extension instead of Christian Braun? Zach and Phil react to the latest projections for the Broncos to reach the AFC title game, the Super Bowl, and more. We react to the Nuggets pulling off one of the biggest upset wins in Denver sports history, winning as 14.5-point underdogs in Philadelphia. Zach breaks down how the Nuggets were able to win without all 5 of their starters and who stepped up. How important is it for Deion Sanders to nail the next two weeks while the transfer portal is open? We break down who CU has already added in the portal. 

“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!