The Drive | Hour 4 | 09.22.26

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate Jahdae Barron as his snap count has been shrinking this season. At what point is Barron a "bust" of a first-round draft pick? We pivot to the Broncos, and Zach shares the number for Bo Nix when seeing 4 or less rushers vs. when he gets blitzed. Will defenses start to blitz Nix more after how much success he's had with a clean pocket? We hear from Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald on the "cold war" between him and Sean Payton after a filming practice dispute. With the Avalanche season kicking off in 8 days, we preview their season. How important is the regular season to the Avs group? Is there still excitement for this season after the way they were routed in the Western Conference Final? Is Jared Bednar the right coach to get this Avs group across the finish line? We wrap up the show recapping the day in Denver sports, including JK Dobbins dealing with cramps on Sunday, Deion Sanders saying some players will not be with the Colorado football program moving forward, and more. 

“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!