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The Drive

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“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!

Location:

Longmont, CO

Description:

“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!

Twitter:

@1043thefan

Language:

English

Contact:

7202897207


Episodes
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The Drive | Hour 1 | 08.05.25

8/5/2025
Hour 1

Duration:00:41:34

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The Drive | Hour 2 | 08.05.25

8/5/2025
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil breakdown what they saw out at Broncos training camp today. Has the hype for Bo Nix gone too far? Is Sean Payton being too bullish in his quarterback? Zach questions what happened to Payton saying he wanted “anonymous donors”, and Phil thinks the hype is a little premature. Should Nix be starting a YouTube page and a merchandise line? Today’s “Three Count” includes Zach sharing about meeting Broncos legend Randy Gradishar today and Phil and Richie share about their past interactions with Gradishar. We react to Sean Payton saying if he could add one player from his history to the current Broncos, it would be Darren Sproles. Will RJ Harvey be able to fill the Darren Sproles role in Denver?

Duration:00:43:43

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 08.05.25

8/5/2025
Hour 3

Duration:00:43:17

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The Drive | Hour 4 | 08.05.25

8/5/2025
In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if we need to pump the brakes on Broncos and projecting their success this season. Has the hype for Bo Nix gone too far? Is Sean Payton putting too much pressure on his quarterback by saying he will be a top quarterback in the next few seasons? Zach questions what happened to Payton saying he wanted “anonymous donors”, and Phil thinks the hype is a little premature. Could Nix be in store for a “sophomore slump”? We react to ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith wanting to see more from the Broncos before they start talking about Super Bowl. With Troy Franklin popping early in training camp, has he proved himself as the Broncos number two wide receiver? We wrap up the show with discussing Pat Bryant’s potential with the Broncos this season.

Duration:00:43:46

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The Drive | Hour 1 | 08.04.25

8/4/2025
Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil recap their time out at Broncos training camp today and speak to Sean Payton’s demeanor at his post practice press conference. What were the guy’s biggest takeaways from today? Phil walks us through what the Broncos are in store for with a joint practice with the 49ers this week and a preseason game this weekend. Did the Broncos have a setback at wide receiver number two? Is there reason for concern with the Broncos offense and Bo Nix after he has thrown several interceptions the past few practices?

Duration:00:42:07

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The Drive | Hour 2 | 08.04.25

8/4/2025
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Sean Payton’s comments after Broncos training camp today. What do we make of Payton’s calling his roster a Super Bowl capable roster? Is Payton adding unnecessary pressure by saying Bo Nix will be a top 5 quarterback in the league soon? Today’s “Three Count” features what Sean Payton’s level of involvement when it comes to contract extensions and producer Dante falling for another fake tweet after doing it on Friday. Zach and Phil react to Zach Allen and the Broncos new contract extension. The guys dive into all his stats and accomplishments while in Denver and why he was deserving of the contract.

Duration:00:44:00

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 08.04.25

8/4/2025
Hour 3

Duration:00:48:24

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The Drive | Hour 4 | 08.04.25

8/4/2025
Hour 4

Duration:00:37:31

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The Drive | Hour 1 | 08.01.25

8/1/2025
Hour 1

Duration:00:41:12

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The Drive | Hour 2 | 08.01.25

8/1/2025
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if the Broncos should be interested in Micah Parsons after he requested a trade. What would Parsons bring to the Broncos already stellar defense? Are the Broncos in a “win now” window where they should trade away future first round draft picks? Would the guys be willing to trade Nik Bonitto in a move that brings Parsons to Denver? Today’s “Three Count” features Zach’s hypothetical of the Broncos adding either Terry McLaurin or Micah Parsons and Amari Cooper retiring after 9 seasons in the NFL. Our 9News Broncos insider Mike Klis joins the show to discuss Bo Nix throwing his first and second interception of training camp, the Broncos wide receiver depth, and much more.

Duration:00:44:01

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 08.01.25

8/1/2025
In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to their time with Mike Klis and his comments on Devaughn Vele missing a practice this week. Has Vele been dealing with an undisclosed injury? We listen back to Sean Payton’s snipy comments on Vele from earlier in the summer. We compete in our weekly trivia competition vs the morning show. Can we take advantage of the morning show’s poor performance of 2-2, and win the week? We dive back into the Broncos training camp practice today. What do the guys make of the Broncos defense dominating the offense today? Is it actually a good thing that Bo Nix threw some interceptions today? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Bo Nix’s interceptions.

Duration:00:47:35

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The Drive | Hour 4 | 08.01.25

8/1/2025
In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue to breakdown the Broncos training camp practice today. How did having referees out at practice impact the level of competition? Should we be concerned with how dominant the Broncos defense has looked over the offense? We react to Micah Parsons requesting a trade from the Cowboys and debate if the Broncos should be interested in Micah Parsons after he requested a trade. We wrap up the show with what Parsons would bring to the Broncos already stellar defense? Are the Broncos in a “win now” window where they should trade away future first round draft picks or a Nik Bonitto?

Duration:00:40:01

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The Drive | Hour 1 | 07.31.25

7/31/2025
Hour 1

Duration:00:40:45

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The Drive | Hour 2 | 07.31.25

7/31/2025
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil recap their time at Broncos training camp today. Zach highlights a wheel route RJ Harvey ran today and suspects it will be a big part of the Broncos offense this season. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on how many running backs the Broncos will keep. What do we make of the lack of fighting we’ve seen at Broncos training camp? Today’s “Three Count” includes an update from the attempted Josh Rynolds shooting from last fall, former Bronco Noah Fant signing with the Cincinnati Bengals, and previewing the Hall of Fame preseason game tonight. We have an update on Denver’s Burnham Yards as “historical” building have been demolished recently.

Duration:00:45:34

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 07.31.25

7/31/2025
In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by ESPN Cleveland’s Aaron Goldhammer to discuss the circus around the Browns with Shedeur Sanders, where Sanders ranks in the QB depth chart, and if there’s a chance he gets cut from the 53-man roster at the end of the preseason. Is/was Shedeur Sanders blackballed from the NFL? Would the guys want Sanders as the backup QB in Denver? How concerning is it that Dre Greenlaw left practice early with what appears to be muscle tightness? We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on Greenlaw leaving practice early and the multiple injuries the Broncos have sustained so far. How does the rest of the Broncos depth look at inside linebacker? Should we be concerned with Devaughn Vele’s absences during training camp?

Duration:00:43:00

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The Drive | Hour 4 | 07.31.25

7/31/2025
Hour 4

Duration:00:44:12

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The Drive | Hour 1 | 07.30.25

7/30/2025
Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil recapping today Broncos practice at training camp. The guys speak about the physicality and energy they saw at practice today and how that can change their team this season. Is it too early for the Broncos to be talking about the Super Bowl? Will the Broncos be able to win more games vs winning teams in 2025? We react to Audric Estime’s big day at practice and question if Phil’s comments early in camp motivated him to perform better. How will the battle for the final running back slot shake out and can Estime still get in the mix?

Duration:00:40:51

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The Drive | Hour 2 | 07.30.25

7/30/2025
Hour 2

Duration:00:45:46

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 07.30.25

7/30/2025
Hour 3

Duration:00:43:51

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The Drive | Hour 4 | 07.30.25

7/30/2025
Hour 4

Duration:00:43:42