Orlando Franklin is a member of the Denver Broncos All-Decade Team of the 2010s. In 2013, Orlando was the starting right tackle on the NFL’s highest scoring offense in history. Despite his football accomplishments, Orlando’s greatest sports love is hockey
Orlando and Cecil opened the show reacting to Russell Wilson's comments on the 4th and five play to end Monday night's game. The fellas gave their thoughts on the Broncos losing Justin Simmons for at least four weeks. The guys heard an interesting story from Brock Huard about Wilson as a rookie. Orlando explained how the Broncos finally have a quarterback that can control the offense at the line of scrimmage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil gave fantasy football advice based off their favorite match ups in Week 2. The fellas then gave grades to all three phases of the coaching staff. How did the Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton look on Monday night? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil gave their thoughts on Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon's performances in Week 1. Should Williams get more carries moving forward? The fellas reacted to Russell Wilson's comments about possibly saying something to Nathaniel Hackett in the future when the game is on the line. In the "Night Cap," Keenan Allen is out for the Chargers and Aaron Rodgers continues to call out his wide receivers. The guys closed out the show game planning for Houston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to last night's Broncos game against the Seahawks. Why didn't Russell Wilson get a vote like Brandon McManus did? The fellas explained that the Broncos have to give Wilson the ball on 4th-down. How well did Wilson play last night? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil "Spill the Tea," discussing why Cam Fleming started at right tackle over Calvin Anderson. What caused so many delay of game penalties? Orlando stood up for Melvin Gordon explaining why it was a good idea to bring him back. How did Patrick Surtain ll look against D.K. Metcalf? Is there a blessing in disguise on the offensive line? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil gave their thoughts on last night's Broncos loss to Seattle. Could this loss be a good thing for the Broncos? The fellas talked about how well the Denver defense played in the 2nd half. In the "Night Cap," a former head coach hates Justin Fields and Dak Prescott might be returning sooner rather than later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil began the show reacting to the Bills dominant win over the Rams last night. How big of games did Josh Allen and Von Miller have? In "Game Wreckers," Orlando broke down what the Broncos should expect from D.K. Metcalf and Quandre Diggs. How big of an issue is it if Josey Jewell doesn't play Monday night? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil preview the top match ups between the Broncos and Seahawks. How is Russell Wilson going to respond to the crowd noise in Seattle? Orlando makes a big prediction for Bradley Chubb. In the "Night Cap," Lamar Jackson is gambling on himself and Isaiah McKenzie did something that's never been done before. The fellas then made their predictions from around the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discuss if Vic Fangio ruined Von Miller while in Denver. Should Von have re-signed with the Broncos instead of Randy Gregory? Did the Broncos choose Fangio over Miller like Seattle did with Russell Wilson? Orlando explained why Wilson needs to play the mom and dad role for the Broncos this season. The guys closed out the show making their final Broncos predictions for Monday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil opened the show reacting to the report from Brady Henderson surrounding the drama with the Seahawks and Russell Wilson. The fellas explained why Seattle was wrong for chirping at Wilson. The guys reflected back on the career of Emmanuel Sanders. Is Can Wilson win the MVP award this season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil gave their fantasy football advice for the first weekend of the NFL season. Which quarterback do they like between Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford? Is Cecil high on Trey Lance? In the "Night Cap," Odell Beckham Jr. kind of hints at who he wants to sing with and Lamar Jackson continues to make a questionable decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil gave their thoughts on the report from Brady Henderson surrounding Russell Wilson and the Seahawks. Why didn't Seattle give Wilson a better offensive line? The fellas explained why Seahawks fans can't call out Wilson anymore. Cecil also explained his latest conspiracy involving Josh Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the drama surrounding Cecil's comments about the Broncos potentially building a dynasty. Can Russell Wilson and the new Broncos owners build a dynasty? The fellas gave their thoughts on Jonas Griffith returning back to practice. Do the Broncos have special plays designed for K.J. Hamler and Montrell Washington? Orlando mentioned why he's getting excited about the special teams this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil reacted to the Broncos naming five team captains. Is it a bad idea that Dalton Risner is not a captain on this team? The fellas gave their thoughts on Peter King saying that the Broncos will not make the playoffs. In the "Night Cap," Phillip Lindsay is back with a certain team and the Bears are looking to build a dome stadium. Can Javonte Williams lead the league in rushing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil gave their thoughts on Max Kellerman and Jay Williams saying that the Broncos won't have success this year. Can Russell Wilson have similar success to Tom Brady and Matthew Stafford in their first season with new teams? With the new Broncos owners buying the ground under their facility, what else could be coming in the near future? The fellas talked about the Broncos working out Carson Strong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and John Davis opened the show discussing Russell Wilson's new deal and talking about how we now know that there will be an elite quarterback here for multiple seasons. What type of game are we going to expect against Seattle? Does it matter how the Broncos win games early in the season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and John reflected back on the Broncos' slow start back in 2012 and what that game against the Falcons meant. Does it matter how the Broncos beat the Seahawks? In the "Night Cap," there is going to be 12 teams in the new College Football Playoff and a former Broncos wide receiver has signed elsewhere. When should we panic if the Broncos run game struggles early in the season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and John discussed which position group is the most concerning the most. Is this the best wide receiver room Russell Wilson has ever had? Does Orlando trust K.J. Hamler and Montrell Washington? Orlando explained what we should expect from the Broncos cornerbacks this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to Russell Wilson's new contract extension. Did the Broncos get a bargain on Wilson's new deal? The fellas broke down where Wilson's new extension ranks among the top quarterbacks in the NFL. The fellas then gave their thoughts on George Paton's comments talking about how there was a deadline to get Wilson's deal done. Was this the best phone call in Paton's career? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil talked about how the locker room is back open for the media. Cecil explained why the Broncos didn't need to bring back Melvin Gordon. In the "Night Cap," Derek Henry got a raise from the Titans and the Broncos made a roster move to the secondary. The fellas then gave their thoughts on Mike Evans' recent comments claiming that he was right about Russell Wilson's extension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed how glad they are that Russell Wilson has a lot of say to the offense like Peyton Manning did when he played for Denver. Does Wilson elevate this team like Manning did? The fellas then reacted at Melvin Gordon's recent comments praising Wilson. Cecil closed out the show asking Orlando for a musical playlist for his road trip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil opened the show reacting to the latest roster moves by the Broncos. Is it a little concerning that none of the other teams calimed any of the Broncos players that were on the waiver wire? Cecil asked Orlando if there's a way for Brett Rypien to lose the backup job. What positions do the Broncos still need to upgrade at? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed which quarterbacks you should pick in your fantasy football league this year. Is Matthew Stafford a top-10 fantasy quarterback this year? Orlando explained why Trey Lance and Brandon Aiyuk will have big years. In the "Night Cap," a 1st-round wide receiver is traded and the Chargers have added another running back. Is Joe Burrow taking shots at the rest of the AFC? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed what this Broncos team needs to do early in the season. Orlando explained why he has high expectations for this team early and makes a bold prediction. Are the Broncos going to lose to the Raiders in Las Vegas? The fellas reacted to some number that mentioned that the final preseason game had the same numbers as the Stanley Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil began the show reacting to the latest roster cuts from the Broncos. Is it shocking that McTelvin Agim was waived after his impressive final preseason game? Orlando and Kevin call out Cecil because Brett Rypien won the backup quarterback job. The fellas then reacted to George Paton's opening statement from talking to the media today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed which players they want the Broncos to go out and sign that were released today. Any chance the Broncos can bring back a former Bronco? In the "Night Cap," Phillip Lindsay is looking for a new home and the 49ers released a certain quarterback that Cecil might like. Is Dwayne Stukes getting everything he wants on special teams? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil reacted to the Broncos trading Malik Reed to the Steelers. Did the move make sense for the Broncos? Orlando explained why he wishes Denver could've gotten more in return than what they got for Reed. The fellas then reacted to the latest moves from the Raiders. How bad have they drafted over the past few years? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the final preseason game for the Broncos. Did the team looked hyped up for this game after their blowout loss to Buffalo? The fellas gave their thoughts on how K.J. Hamler looked in his preseason debut for the season. What does the release of punter Sam Martin mean? Cecil talked about why he would've rather had Sony Michel over Melvin Gordon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil reacted to the Broncos introducing their new president Damani Leech. One comment from Leech stood out the most according to the fellas and it didn't shock them. Cecil mentioned that the Broncos could be gearing up for a dynasty run here in Denver. In the "Night Cap," Jimmy Garoppolo is staying with the 49ers and the Seahawks named their Week 1 starting quarterback. Laviska Shenault also found a new home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil projected their own 53-man roster. Is the backup quarterback even on this roster? Orlando explained why he's not the biggest fan of Mike Purcell on the field. Should the Broncos try and trade one of their outside linebackers? Cecil wonders if Peyton Manning should buy a certain football team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando is back and opened the show talking with Cecil about the event he went to last night with former members of the Broncos. Are the Broncos going to get off to a slow start this season? The fellas discussed how George Paton could add more picks for next year's NFL Draft.. The guys closed out the hour reacting to Drew Lock's early performance for the Seahawks tonight in their preseason game against the Cowboys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Cecil asked Orlando if he's excited to see K.J. Hamler play tomorrow in the preseason game against the Vikings. Can Hamler push Jerry Jeudy for the second WR spot? Who will have a better game, Drew Lock tonight or Brett Rypien tomorrow? In the "Night Cap," Ireland is becoming Nebraska fans and a star rookie gets paid in the MLB. Cecil asked Orlando if Bradley Chubb could take a hometown discount. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed if there's a certain Broncos quarterback could be traded to the Panthers due to the Sam Darnold news. The fellas then reacted to Mike Klis' 53-man roster prediction for the Broncos. Is Nathan MacKinnon going to become the highest paid player in the NHL? The guys closed out the show wishing Sandy Clough a Happy Birthday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cecil was solo tonight and began the show discussing what's wrong with the Broncos' offense. Why can't we say this Broncos team can win a Super Bowl? Cecil then broke down the wide receiver room. Which wide receivers should the Broncos keep? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Cecil gave his thoughts on the Broncos signing rookie linebacker Jeremiah Gemmel. Cecil explained why the Broncos have needed an upgrade at middle linebacker position since 2016. In the "Night Cap," Aaron Donald could face a suspension and Tom Brady will play in the preseason. Cecil then praised Billy Turner and talked about why he fits into this offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Cecil explained that the Broncos could've had drafted better value than Montrell Washington this year. Cecil also gave some fantasy advice about Denver's skill players. How good can this Denver offense be with Courtland Sutton as your No. 1 wide receiver. Cecil closed out the show with a crazy story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil began the show reacting to today's Broncos practice. Orlando explained why he loves that the defense is beating up on the offense right now in practice. What's up with Russell Wilson over throwing his wide receivers today? The fellas talked about the Denver offense chirping at the Denver defense in practice. Is K.J. Hamler going to play this weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil talked some fantasy football. Who is going to be the first overall pick in fantasy this year? Cecil explained when to take Christian McCaffrey in the first-round. In the "Night Cap," Pete Carroll thinks he has two great quarterbacks and we think we might've known where Tom Brady was for 11 days. The fellas reacted to Mike Shanahan not being named a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil reacted to Troy Renck's comments saying that the floor for the Broncos this season is 10-7. Orlando explained that Denver has to win a minimum of 10 games because that will help recruit free agents in the offseason since Denver doesn't have many draft picks. What's up with Russell Wilson overthrowing his wide receivers today? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil opened the show discussing if the Broncos' coaching staff should be game planning for Week 1 against Seattle this early. Does it help getting extra days of preparation? Orlando explained why the final preseason game against Minnesota actually means something. Can Brett Rypien win the backup job this week? Cecil explained why Denver should trade Rypien. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil explained why it doesn't make sense for the Broncos to move Baron Browning back into the middle linebacker position. Orlando broke down how valuable D.J. Jones is going to be to this Broncos team. In the "Night Cap," Kevin Durant is staying in Brooklyn after all and Sammy Watkins praises Aaron Rodgers over Patrick Mahomes. The fellas discussed if K.J. Hamler should play this week in the preseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil talked about how the Broncos' biggest opponent this week is themselves. Orlando mentioned that the communication needs to improve this week before the regular season. The fellas reacted to the Broncos releasing Joe Schobert so quickly. What are the Broncos going to do at middle linebacker? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the Broncos getting blown out by the Bills. The fellas broke down how Denver doesn't have much depth on this roster. Does George Paton need to make some moves once preseason is over? Orlando explained how the Broncos need to fix their run defense. Cecil wonders if the players are playing not to get hurt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil talked about the lack of success Albert Okwuegbunam has had this preseason. Should we be concerned that Okwuegbunam played into the 4th-quarter last game? The fellas discuss who the best tight end on the roster is. In the "Night Cap," the Nuggets showed interest in Kevin Durant and Tom Brady almost became a Raider. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed if Nathaniel Hackett's recent comments have impacted the team. Orlando wonders when Hackett is going to ramp things up for practice and the preseason? The fellas gave their thoughts on Tom Brady returning back to the Buccaneers. What kind of practices should the Broncos have this week to get ready for their game against Minnesota? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil opened the show getting ready for tomorrow's preseason game for the Broncos. Which players need to play tomorrow and which ones need to make an impact. What kind of test is it for the Broncos to go against the Bills' starters? Orlando talked about how it's good for the Broncos to travel for an 11AM game on the east coast this early in the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil explained that the Broncos don't need to go out and game plan tomorrow, just go play. How big of a day does tomorrow need to be for the Denver corner backs? Cecil mentioned that Michael Ojemudia has a chance to make a name for himself tomorrow going against Josh Allen. Should Joe Schobert play in tomorrow's preseason game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil discussed which players need to put up or shut up in tomorrow's preseason game against the Bills. Can Justin Strnad have a big game tomorrow? Orlando broke down what he wants to see out of the wide receiver group tomorrow. Where in the world is Tom Brady? Cecil closed out the show explaining why he thinks Mike Evans is a better wide receiver than Randy Moss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando and Cecil kicked off the show discussing how the Broncos defense dominated the offense today in practice. With defensive players chirping the offense while they were huddled up, Orlando explained that that would've never happened with Peyton Manning at quarterback. Is there a real backup quarterback battle? The fellas talked about if the Broncos should play some of their own starters since Buffalo is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour, Orlando and Cecil heard from Dan Orlovsky explaining why he thinks the Broncos will win the AFC West this season. Does Denver have the best running game in the division? Cecil explained that there's going to be games the Broncos win, just in an ugly way. In the "Night Cap," Nazem Kadri is signing with the Flames and the Gronkowski family is involved with UFC. Adrian Dater joined the show to give a breakdown of Kadri not re-signing with the Avs. What's the latest with Nathan MacKinnon's potential new deal? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Orlando and Cecil previewed this week's game against the Bills. Are the Bills just going to run the ball quite a bit with their starters on Saturday? Cecil broke down how good this Denver defense can be. What's going to happen if Bradley Chubb has a monster year? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.