Afternoon Drive

Sean Payton made a bit of a surprising move yesterday, firing offensive coordinator and longtime friend, Joe Lombardi. Eric and Troy discuss the latest buzz with Vance Joseph and Davis Webb. Is it looking likely that VJ will stay on as defensive coordinator? Sean Payton and George Paton held their end-of-season press conference. What are the Broncos biggest priorities heading into the offseason? How will they attack free agency? Which players are likely to stick around and which ones might be out the door? Check out a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Goodman and Troy Renck embark on their first official show together. They discuss the latest news on Vance Joseph and David Webb and which one is more likely to leave the Broncos. Webb interviewed with the Raiders yesterday--will he leave for the head coaching job in Las Vegas or Buffalo? Did the Broncos advancing to the AFC Championship game hurt the chances for VJ and Webb considering their limited time to interview? Plus, Shedeur Sanders was named to the Pro Bowl Games as a replacement and Deion Sanders has instituted player fines for rule violations at CU. Is this ethical, considering every player on the roster doesn't have NIL money? Check out Hot Takes with Goodman & Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos season has come to an end, as the Patriots won the AFC Championship, 10-7. Eric and Bruce give their takeaways from the loss. Should Sean Payton have kicked the FG on 4th & 1 in the first half, instead of going for it? Did he know there was a snowstorm coming that would really affect the second half? Is it hard not to think about “What could have been” with Bo Nix watching from a suite? Evaluating Jarrett Stidham's performance--could he have been better? A quick look at what the offseason might look like for the Broncos. It's Bruce Haertl's final show, so Eric and Bruce take some time to reflect on Bruce's career, the time they have spent together at Mile High Sports and what's next for Bruce as he moves onto his next chapter. Check out a Reaction Monday with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes on a Friday morning. Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points in the Nuggets win last night in Washington DC. Has Watson played himself into a full-time starter? Has this injury spurt for the Nuggets actually been a good thing in terms on discovery for David Adelman? Full Broncos vs. Patriots AFC Championship Game preview. How big of a factor can J.K. Dobbins be? What are the realistic expectations for Jarrett Stidham? What type of game plan will Sean Payton draw up? And how different will it be from what it would've looked like with Nix? Finally, what's the one thing that absolutely has to happen on Sunday to give the Broncos a chance? Final score predictions. Check out a Football Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes. The Avs fell in a shootout last night to the Ducks at home and have shown some cracks in the foundation lately. Jarrett Stidham spoke at the podium yesterday. Did Stiddy win the press conference yesterday? How long will it take Stidham to get into the rhythm of the game on Sunday? With the injury to Bo Nix--is Sean Payton playing with house money this weekend and is all the pressure on the Patriots in AFC championship? Plus, a look at the Broncos injuries and who might be back this week. And finally, Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones were elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame earlier this week and will join Jeff Kent for induction this summer. Did the voters get this right? Check out a Thursday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes. The Lakers used a big second-half to rally past the Nuggets last night. As the Broncos reconvene to start on-field prep for the Patriots, what will be the biggest storyline beyond Stiddy at quarterback? In terms of percentage, how much is it to beat the Patriots with Stiddy vs. with Nix? What are the biggest things Stiddy has to overcome to be successful on Sunday? Davis Webb is starting to get a lot of run in Buffalo, so who is more likely to leave the staff Vance Joseph or Davis Webb? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Indiana Hoosiers are Kings of the College Football world, winning the national title, 27-21 over Miami. What does an Indiana title mean for college football and how did they manage such a quick and incredible turnaround from a couple years ago? What type of NFL prospect is Fernando Mendoza? The Broncos designated J.K. Dobbins for return from IR. Will he play in the AFC Championship Game and how much of a difference would he make? Plus, a look at the Super Bowl MVP odds for Jarrett Stidham, Ticketmaster not allowing fans outside the Rocky Mountain region to buy tickets to the AFC Title game and evaluating Drake Maye and the Patriots. Tune in to a Tuesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos won a wild and crazy OT game in the divisional round against the Bills, 33-30. But less than an hour after the game ended, Sean Payton announced Bo Nix broke a bone in his ankle and will be out for the rest of the playoffs. Jarrett Stidham will be the starter. Can the Broncos win a Super Bowl with Stiddy? How disheartening was the news of the Nix injury, especially that soon after a emotional win? A look at some other notable backup QB's that went on to win the Super Bowl, like Nick Foles and Jeff Hostetler. Plus, is Indiana going to win the National Championship tonight against Miami? Check out a Reaction Monday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's the day before Gameday! Eric and Bruce give a full preview of  the AFC divisional matchup between the Broncos and Bills. Will Sean Payton be able to stick to the run game? How much confidence is there in RJ Harvey and Jaleel McLaughlin? And how different would the game look if J.K. Dobbins was healthy? Longtime Buffalo sportscaster Dennis Williams joins the podcast to preview the game from a Bills perspective. What are the keys to victory for both teams? And finally, Eric, Bruce and Dennis pick the game. Get ready for Broncos vs. Bills with a Football Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets earned another impressive win, beating the Mavericks in Dallas 118-109 last night. When Cam Johnson returns to the court, will he be coming off the bench as Peyton Watson has emerged as a bonafide starter? Jalen Pickett has really stepped up lately as well. A look at the quarterback/head coach combinations in the playoffs. Where does Bo Nix/Sean Payton rank among the playoff teams? Plus, a deep dive into the turnaround of the Broncos since Sean Payton has arrived. Catch a Thursday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets earned a 122-116 win in New Orleans against the Pelicans last night, led by Jamal Murray and Peyton Watson. Watson had another big night with 31 points and last week, won Western Conference Player of the Week. Watson is a RFA at the end of the year - will the Nuggets be able to keep him? A look at all of the Bills injuries compared to the Broncos relatively clean bill of health. Are the Broncos being disrespected by the national media? Plus, last year's NFL MVP Josh Allen has never been to a Super Bowl. If he never wins one, will he be the greatest athlete to never win a championship? Tune into a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colorado OL Jordan Seaton has decided to enter college football's transfer portal and will be leaving Boulder after two seasons. Why did Seaton enter the portal? Thoughts on Colorado football as a whole. Plus, the Broncos will take on the Bills at 2:30pm MT on Saturday afternoon. The guys run through the latest injury updates for Denver and Buffalo. How will the rest vs. rust narrative play out? And Eric and Bruce get into the X's and O's of the game - How aggressive will Sean Payton be? Will the QB's look to use their legs more? Can Josh Allen be slowed down? Check out a Tuesday version of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After beating the Jaguars yesterday, coupled with the Patriots beating the Chargers, it will be the Buffalo Bills coming into town next weekend to take on the Broncos. The game time has not been finalized, but will either be at 2:30 or 6:15 on Saturday at Empower Field. At first glance, how do the Broncos like this matchup? How different will it be this year, now that the Broncos are facing the Bills at home instead of Orchard Park? The Broncos have opened as slight UNDERDOGS to the Bills. Plus, a look at the crazy Wild Card Weekend games and a peak at the most intriguing divisional round matchups. Check out a Monday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vance Joseph, Davis Webb and Darren Rizzi will all be interviewing for head coaching positions. Of those three guys, who will be back next season and who will leave? Who is more attractive as a head coaching candidate: VJ or Webb? A dive into Wild Card Weekend - Who would be the best opponent for the Broncos in the divisional round and which team would you not want to face? Eric and Bruce pick the games this weekend. Finally, the guys give out grades for certain Broncos players, namely ones who have had up and down seasons. Check out a Football Friday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets put a bow on their 7-game road trip with a 114-110 win in Boston last night. Peyton Watson, Zeke Nnaji and Jamal Murray all stepped up in big moments. How good is the Nuggets bench when the team has a full bill of health? Was Calvin Booth right when he signed Nnaji to the new deal while drafting Watson and Jalen Pickett? Plus, a look at the wide open AFC this year. Redrafting the 2024 QB class. What would the Top-4 look like? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph will be interviewing with the Titans, Cardinals, Falcons, Giants and Raiders. So that leaves only the Browns and Ravens as the teams VJ won't be meeting with, as of now. Which team is the best fit for Joseph? The Baltimore Ravens have fired John Harbaugh, who has been their head coach since 2008. Eric and Bruce discuss the disconnect between Harbaugh/Todd Monken and Lamar Jackson. Plus, the Broncos are the favorites out of the AFC to reach the Super Bowl. Are the Broncos the favorite because they have the best team or because they have a first-round bye and home field advantage throughout the playoffs? Check out a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets, who were down all five starters, plus Tim Hardaway Jr. and Jonas Valančiūnas, went into Philadelphia last night and stole a victory from the 76ers in overtime. Was last night's win more impressive than the infamous 'Utah Seven' win in February of 2020? Who deserves a game ball? With the way Zeke Nnaji played off the bench, will he have any trade value at the deadline? Plus, the Tennessee Titans requested permission to interview Vance Joseph for their head coaching position. What makes VJ great and how big of a loss would it be if he left? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl tackle it all on a Tuesday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos have put a wrap on the 2025 NFL regular season, finishing at 14-3 and earning the No. 1 seed in the AFC. In yesterday's 19-3 win over the Chargers, who were without a number of key starters, the Broncos offense looked sluggish with a vanilla game plan, while the defense dominated Trey Lance and the Chargers offense. Eric and Bruce give their biggest takeaways from the game. Does the offense have enough firepower to win in the playoffs? Plus, the Nuggets got Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon back on the court yesterday, but still lost to Michael Porter Jr. and the Nets. Are the Nuggets leaking oil right now? And the Avs may be without their captain for some time as Gabriel Landeskog left yesterday's game with an injury. Check out a packed Monday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce discuss the latest in a very unfortunate series of injuries for the Denver Nuggets as Jonas Valančiūnas will now be reevaluated in 4 weeks with a calf strain. Also, how Indiana was dominant in their win over Alabama. The Broncos are not playing their best football right now, but does momentum really matter in the NFL playoffs or would home field advantage in Denver be even more impactful? And with both the Avalanche and Nuggets winning on NYE, the Avalanche continue to show they are the best of the best of the teams thriving in Colorado right now. Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce project what the next month will look like for the Denver Nuggets with Nikola Jokić joining the three other injured starters on the sidelines. Also, the juice isn't there for the Broncos-Chargers game but it's meaningful because the #1 seed in the AFC is still unclaimed. And to put a bow on the year, Eric and Bruce give their Top 5 Colorado sports stories of the year. Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com. For the latest in Denver Sports, stay tuned here at Mile High Sports where you get daily coverage on your favorite teams, boots on the ground from our credentialed reporters. Every Team. Every Day. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MileHighSports Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @MileHighSports Check out our website: MileHighSports.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nuggets Nation is holding their collective breath as they await the results of further medical testing on Nikola Jokić's knee injury. Jokić hurt his knee right before halftime in last night's loss to the Heat. Many have speculated that it is just a hyperextension and will require around 4-6 weeks of recovery. Eric and Bruce get into the ramifications of the injury, if it will cost Jokic his fourth MVP Award and what it will do to the Nuggets playoff seeding. Plus, Jim Harbaugh said yesterday that Justin Herbert, along with other Chargers starters, will not play on Sunday vs. the Broncos. How big of a break is this for Denver and how will the Broncos treat the Week 18 matchup? Catch a Tuesday version of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos are set to play the Chargers at 2:25pm on Sunday afternoon - does this work in the Broncos favor? A look at the playoff scenarios in the AFC. Will Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers go full tilt in Sunday's matchup or is it more likely that he will rest some starters? The Broncos have the best record in the AFC at 13-3, but does it feel like they are the best team in the conference? Right now, is Denver the favorite to get to the Super Bowl? Plus, David Adelman provided injury updates regarding Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon. Will we see one or both of them back on the court during this 7-game road trip? Eric and Bruce get into all of it on a Monday version of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce react to Nikola Jokić making history again in a Christmas classic vs rival Timberwolves. The Broncos are one step closer to the #1 seed in the AFC after beating the Chiefs in Kansas City. Is RJ Harvey the most important piece of the Broncos offense besides Bo Nix? Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce begin the podcast by discussing the Nuggets blowout win over the Jazz last night, in which they tied the single-game franchise record with 24 made 3-pointers. The Broncos are hoping to sweep the Chiefs and will be going against Kansas City's 3rd-string quarterback. Denver is listed as a 13-point favorite. Plus, the guys get into the mindset of Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper. The longstanding Notre Dame-USC rivalry series is ending next year. Eric and Bruce give their thoughts on why and the direction Notre Dame is heading in. Tune into a Tuesday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

All good things must come to an end and the Denver Broncos had their 11-game win streak snapped on Sunday afternoon. The Jaguars took it to the Broncos, 34-20 in a game which the Broncos defense faltered and the officiating was subpar. Eric and Bruce give their biggest takeaways from the loss and what needs to be corrected. Did Sean Payton give Liam Coen and the Jags bulletin board material with his "small market" comments earlier in the week? More thoughts on the defense the last four games and the performance of the offense as well. Catch a Reaction Monday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rams and Seahawks played in a thriller on Thursday Night Football, with the Seahawks coming away with an overtime victory on a walk-off two-point conversion. After last night, which team would the Broncos least like to play? A preview of Broncos vs. Jaguars. Could this be a potential AFC Championship Game preview? Eric caught up with defensive lineman D.J. Jones in the locker room this week. Reaction to the interview. Plus, the College Football Playoff begins tonight. Should Tulane and James Madison really be allowed in the CFP? A look at the entire Saturday of football tomorrow, which is filled with college and NFL games. Check out a Friday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RJ Harvey and Pat Bryant were both full participants at practice yesterday. Who is on the field more and who gets more action against the Jaguars -- Bryant or Troy Franklin? Speaking of Franklin, Eric caught up with him in the locker room yesterday. Has the Broncos offense turned the corner the last three weeks? Plus, a look at the Broncos Super Bowl odds and a preview of the big Thursday Night Football clash tonight between the Rams and Seahawks. Check out a Thursday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's NFL power rankings dropped yesterday and the Broncos are not the consensus No. 1 team. Are the Rams and Seahawks better than the Broncos? Can you make a case for the Bills as AFC's top team? Was Denver's win over Green Bay their signature win of the season thus far? Plus, Yardbarker.com wrote an article saying Browns HC Kevin Stefanski should be replaced by Deion Sanders. Would Coach Prime be a good fit to coach in the NFL? And how would it go if he were to coach his son again, but this time at the NFL level? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl tackle it all on a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos are going to be down a key piece on defense for the next four games as starting safety Brandon Jones was placed on IR with a pectoral injury. But do the Broncos have enough safety depth to overcome this injury? Denver also claimed running back Cody Schrader off waivers, as RJ Harvey is dealing with a minor rib injury. Jacksonville has a stout run defense, so the Broncos will have a tough challenge running the football. Has the Broncos offense turned the corner and are they the best team in the NFL at the moment? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl break it all down on a Tuesday episode of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos have now officially made the playoffs for the second straight year and have won 11 games in a row after beating the Packers, 34-26. Was this just another win for Denver or did it have a little extra meaning behind it? Bo Nix balled out to the tune of over 300 passing yards and 4 touchdowns. Was this the best game of the year for Nix? Will the Broncos be the consensus No. 1 team in this week's NFL power rankings? Plus, the Chiefs are eliminated from playoff contention after losing to the Chargers at home in a game where Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL. Is the Chiefs run over with? Catch a Monday morning edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A full preview of the huge Broncos vs. Packers tilt this Sunday at Empower Field. Packers RB and noted Broncos killer, Josh Jacobs' status is in question as he is dealing with a knee injury. What would it mean for Denver if Jacobs can't go? Also, do these teams view this game as a litmus test? Are the Packers the biggest test the Broncos have faced this season? Eric and Bruce give their score predictions. In the second segment, Eric's father, David joins the podcast to break down the Packers, as he has been an avid fan of the team for a long time. Check out a Friday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos are slated as 2.5-point home underdogs on Sunday vs. the Packers, despite a 10-game winning streak. Is this extra motivation for the Broncos? Looking at the game on paper, what's the most intriguing matchup? Broncos offense vs. Packers defense or Green Bay's offense vs. the Denver defense? Could we be looking at a potential Super Bowl matchup, like in Super Bowl 32? CJ Anderson discussed this year's Broncos team compared to the 2015 team that won it all. What are the similarities and differences between the two teams? Don't miss a Thursday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos slightly slipped in the power rankings, despite beating the Raiders for their 10th straight victory. Do players look at these rankings and react to where they are slotted? If the Broncos beat the Packers on Sunday, will they firmly be No. 1 in the power rankings? Plus, we are two weeks into the Pro Bowl fan voting. Which Broncos have been getting votes? Should we give the Pro Bowl voting much merit, or is it essentially a meaningless, popularity contest? Catch a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last week, Sean Payton said of RJ Harvey, "You haven't seen anything yet." Harvey went on to have a productive game against the Raiders, but can he be that guy the rest of the season? Has Pat Bryant surpassed Troy Franklin as the Broncos No. 2 wide receiver? Some surprising news yesterday, as the Colts are going to work out retired QB Philip Rivers. Does the 44-year old Rivers have any shot at actually playing this season after being out of the league for the last four years? Plus, more thoughts on Notre Dame not being included in the College Football Playoff. Catch a Tuesday version of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos kept up with their winning ways yesterday in Las Vegas, beating the Raiders 24-17 for their 10th win in a row. How encouraged were you with their performance? Did the running game look better with RJ Harvey? A look at the race for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. Do the Broncos have the inside track at earning the bye? Early look ahead to the game vs. the Packers -- why did Green Bay open up as slight favorites on the road? Plus, reaction to the College Football Playoff bracket reveal. Did Notre Dame get hosed? And thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' performance yesterday vs. the Titans. Check out a Reaction Monday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes. Quick recap of Thursday Night Football and the Avs loss to the Islanders. Without a dominant team in the AFC, could the Broncos path to the top be any cleaner? With the possibility that Mahomes and Lamar Jackson may not even make it. Herbert is injured in LA—and Daniel Jones is playing on a fractured fibula. Is this just part of the ‘charmed life' that the Broncos have been living all season? A look at the Broncos-Raiders matchup on Sunday. What are the guys most interested in seeing? Is Bo Nix starting to find his rhythm? Who is the AFC team that the Broncos want to avoid seeing in the postseason? Or is there even one? Bruce and Troy give their thoughts on Colorado St. hiring Jim Mora as their next head football coach. Catch a Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce start the show off by discussing Jamal Murray's 52-point explosion last night in Indiana, as the Nuggets won their 8th straight road game. Is Murray playing at an All-Star level so far in 2025-26? The Rockies named Josh Byrnes their new general manager, as he returns to the club following success with the Dodgers. Are the Rockies finally taking steps in the right direction? Also, National Signing Day was yesterday and the Colorado Buffaloes only signed 11 high school recruits. The guys give their thoughts on Coach Prime and the coaching staff's ability, or lack of ability, to recruit high school kids. Plus, a look at the Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists for the Class of 2026, which no surprise, does not include Mike Shanahan. Catch a Thursday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Avs beat the Canucks last night, 3-1 and are now up to 44 points on the season and have not lost in regulation at home. The team is on pace for the most points in the history of the NHL, so why aren't the Avs talked about more in the Denver market? A Nikola Jokić vs. Nathan MacKinnon debate - which player is more dominant? Can any team beat the Avs in a 7-game series right now? Plus, are there 10 quarterbacks in the NFL that are currently better than Bo Nix? How many QB's would you take over Nix in the 4th quarter in crunch time? And finally, who is the best college football head coach in the state of Colorado? Troy Calhoun, Deion Sanders or Jim Mora? Eric and Bruce break it all down on a Wednesday morning edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Patriots put a whooping on the NY Giants on Monday Night Football for their 10th straight win and are now the No. 1 seed in the AFC at 11-2. Do the Broncos or Pats have a better chance at securing the No. 1 seed? How do the Broncos match up against the Patriots? And who would you rather have as your QB - Bo Nix or Drake Maye? A look at the 2024 QB draft class as one of the best in history. Plus, how does the Broncos coaching staff compare with New England's? Catch a Tuesday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Bruce are back after a Thanksgiving break. On Sunday Night Football, the Broncos pulled out another win, this time on the road in OT vs. the Commanders, 27-26. Are the Broncos a team of destiny or walking the tight rope over the Grand Canyon? Why can't the offense show more consistency? Since J.K. Dobbins was lost to injury, the running game hasn't been the same. Can this be fixed? Marcus Mariota played well and may have shown the rest of the league some insight on how to beat the Broncos defense. Plus, the Colorado Buffaloes finished their 2025 season at 3-9. Eric and Bruce give their overall take on the season and look ahead to what the future might hold in Boulder. Catch a Victory Monday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Troy Renck and Parker Gabriel are in for Hot Takes. After beating the Chiefs and entering the Bye Week at 9-2, are Bo Nix and Sean Payton back on track? Are the offensive struggles vs. the Raiders now in the rearview mirror? Also, with the injury to J.K. Dobbins, should the Broncos look at adding a veteran running back? What about a veteran wideout, like a Brandin Cooks? Plus, can Coach Prime fix the mess up at CU? Do the Buffs need an overhaul of the coaching staff? Some Nuggets and Avs talk as well, as both teams are off to blistering starts. Check out a Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Haertl and Troy Renck are in for Hot Takes on a Thursday morning. The Nuggets improved to 11-3 with a 125-118 win over the Pelicans last night in the Big Easy. Is OKC the only team that can stop Denver? Is the second-unit playing as advertised? How does Nikola Jokic compare to John Elway as the top Denver sports athlete of all-time? Plus, the Avs are rolling as well, leading the NHL with 31 points. Bruce and Troy dive into the prowess of Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. Plus, where do the Broncos stack up against the other best teams in the NFL? Are they better than the Colts and Patriots? Check out a Thursday version of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.