Schlereth and Evans

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show coming off of one of the biggest drinking holidays of the year chatting about the prime locations before they talk about Coach Prime’s vision for the spring game. They recap last night’s unlikely win over the Golden State Warriors and they see what the Nuggets can take away from it. The guys saw Gabriel Landeskog skating pretty well yesterday and they wonder if we’ll see the captain return for the playoffs. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some info about any free agent wide receivers the Broncos may want and some key extensions.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour with What’s Trending like some effort from the Nuggets, Coach Prime learning the ropes, West Virginia beefing with the NCAA, and a geology lesson. How much have the Broncos improved this offseason? Have they won free agency? Mike and Stoke break it down. The guys ramble on about Led Zeppelin before they discuss a candidate for the Broncos’ vacant punter position. One of the top draftniks put out their latest mock draft which features a different take on Travis Hunter and the position the Broncos target. What’s Trending? Appreciation for AG, the waiting game for a number 2½ WR, Coach Prime’s QB profile, reinventing the Spring Game, and proof that college athletes aren’t there for the education. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour discussing how the Avs should handle Gabriel Landeskog after seeing him in full practice. Should fans expect a playoff return or is that putting The Captain behind the 8-ball? The guys pick the 1st round wide receiver debate back up with Stink to give his opinion. They Hit the Hardwood where they break down the Nuggets’ underdog primetime win over the red-hot Golden State Warriors. They debate the ethics of submitting multiple brackets before they listen to a lispy Landy to finish the third hour. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour getting sidetracked by Stink’s odd eating habits before Stoke learns about Professor Zeus. The Broncos have done pretty well for themselves in the free agent market, did they win free agency? Is it a problem if they have? The guys saw Bo Nix hanging around the rest of the Denver sports teams and they debate whether it really matters. Mike, Mark, and Stoke finish today’s show with the best audio of the morning. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show talking about Mikko and Niko, the return of a former Avs star and a surprise tournament bid. Mike and Stoke talk about golf playoffs after sneaking some microphones into Stoke’s golf bag. Mike regales Stoke with the story of one of the great St. Paddy’s Day radio bits. The guys debate hitting the panic button on the Nuggets after choking a game to the Washington Wizards over the weekend. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour debating the youth movement at the Broncos’ WR position after missing out on Cooper Kupp.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour with What’s Trending like the return of Mikko, the elation of Niko, and the disgust of Michael Malone. Mike and Stoke look at the wide receiver market looking for the 2.5 WR that Mike Klis told us about and they wonder if the Broncos are still looking for their number 2.5 WR. Are the reasons for the Mikko Rantanen trade becoming clearer? Mike and Stoke discuss. What’s Trending? Aftermath of Mikko’s return to Ball Arena, Michael Malone’s message going stale, CSU is going dancing, and a quart of Jameson.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour carrying over a couple of stories about Dick Vitale’s battle with cancer and JB Bickerstaff’s beef with the refs. Stink hops on the show and he gives his Broncos 2½ receiver wish list. Is Michael Malone’s message falling on deaf ears? The guys discuss what the Nuggets’ coach can do to get his team to flip the switch. The Senior Editor at Denversports.com, James Merilatt, hops on the line to discuss Michael Malone and the Nuggets to wrap up the third hour. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour discussing how screwed Mike’s bracket is before they discuss Michael Malone’s job security after Saturday’s disaster class against the Wiz. Stink and Stoke debate whether the Broncos should get a veteran WR or let the young WR’s on the roster develop alongside Bo. They discuss some foul play on a Selection Sunday before they cover a team that actually earned their tournament bid. Mike, Stink, and Stoke finish today’s show talking about their brackets after Selection Sunday. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show with a special surprise and some hot food takes. Mike has one slight issue with the Evan Engram signing and explains why the Broncos’ next big need is a Joker RB. Mike and Stoke debate whether Mikko Rantanen will be booed when he returns to The Can this weekend. The guys wrap up the first hour with the best “Is It Just Me’s” on this “Is It Just Me” Friday. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour with What’s Trending like Evan Engram embracing his role, the 49ers doing Mike’s favorite thing, a full night of Denver sports, and college hoops hopes. The morning crew settle the Fig Newton debate with a taste test before Mike gets a chance to vent about another parking lot oddity that he encountered before the show. Stoke gives his side of the parking lot story on the other side of the break. What’s Trending? Waiting on Cooper Kupp, Denver’s new Joker, some cool stuff going on at CU, and a full night of sports to end the work week. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour talking about getting another Joker at RB, how to get one and which one to get. They discuss how they want the Broncos to build their team going forward, should they commit to succeed sooner or build gradually? The guys get an “Is It Just Me” about Cooper Kupp’s number before filling Stink in on the parking lot story. Mike, Mark, and Stoke close out the third hour with an “Is It Just Me” about the Nuggets game tonight. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour joined by our NFL Insider, James Palmer, to get some insight into Cooper Kupp’s market around the NFL, Kupp’s interest in Denver, the next moves for the Broncos, and the biggest stories around free agency. Something stinks about the Mikko Rantanen situation and the guys wonder how things really went down between the Avs and their former star. Mike and Stoke present the great milk debate to Stink and to get the tiebreaker. The guys chop it up about the Joker role on the football field and in the movie theatre. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show reacting to the Broncos signing Evan Engram and the Nuggets’ loss to the Timberwolves. Mike and Stoke go in depth on the Evan Engram acquisition before the guys put a grade on the Broncos’ free agent class so far. What’s Trending? The Broncos let Evan Engram out of the building but he came back in, the Nuggets’ first half struggles, Colorado’s own Wyndham Clark perks up to talk Broncos football, and a major misstep in Durham. Mike asks Stoke to identify what the most important target for a young QB is to close out the first hour.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos finally have a legitimate tight end, Malone mismanaged rest time, the Rockies’ owner wants a salary cap, and CU is making the Big 12 tournament interesting. What will a tight end mean for the Broncos offense? Mike and Stoke break it down. The guys debate Fig Newtons and the efficacy of a salary cap in baseball. What’s Trending? The Broncos get their Joker, the Nuggets lose to Minnesota again, a tale of two front offices, and Colorado’s own Wyndham Clark might have Stoke’s job in jeopardy. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour talking about the unreal ability of golf players before they chat about CU’s tournament performances. Stink hops on the show to break down the X’s and O’s of the Broncos’ new tight end Evan Engram. Does the Broncos’ acquisitions in free agency simplify their draft plans? The guys discuss. Stink breaks down the coaches film on the Broncos’ new Joker in a special Thursday edition of Telestrator Tuesday. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour talking about the cold tub before Mike pitches the perfect midfield partner for Evan Engram. The morning crew takes on trivia from The Drive, will they come back to win this week? Mike and Stink takes Stoke and his Rockies to takes after hearing the Rox ownership wants a salary cap in the MLB. Mike, Stoke, and Stink finish today’s show praising the incredible roster turnover that Avs GM Chris MacFarland has pulled off before taking another opportunity to dump on Russ. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show talking about Tiger Woods tearing his Achilles tendon before they look ahead to the NHL playoff bracket after the Avs lost in a shootout. Mike and Stoke recap the Broncos’ small free agent signings from yesterday. They discuss how important the acquisitions of Hufanga and Greenlaw were to a defense that may have overperformed last year. What’s Trending? The Avs lose in a shootout, Broncos free agency, Pat Shurmur talks up Shedeur, and a couple of national voices carry the flag for Jokic. It looks like the 49ers are blowing it up, should the Broncos try to snag one of their keystones?

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ moves in free agency, an Avs loss on a back-to-back, a preview of tonight’s game against the T-Wolves, and a couple of tournament wins. What if the Broncos don’t get a TE in free agency? Mike and Stoke make a backup plan for the position. Mike and Stoke discuss how much they would be willing to give up for Christian McCaffery if he’s available. What’s Trending? The Avs come home with a point on a back-to-back, the Broncos had a quiet day two, Pat Shurmur is rooting for his former QB, Stephen A Smith with some more bias, Shannon makes the case for Jokic, and Tiger Woods’ Achilles popped.   

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour looking back at their favorite childhood snacks before breaking down the Broncos ILB room after Justin Strnad re-signed with the team. Stink hops on to give his take on the NBA MVP race as one of the only national voices that is waving the flag for Jokic. Stink tells us his read on the San Francisco 49ers’ free agent exodus. Mike, Stoke, and Stink discuss how the Broncos are building their team, do they prefer the win-now model or the win-from-now-on model?

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour with the top stories of the day like the Broncos’ approach to free agency and the national NBA MVP debate. There’s a man in Boulder with strong ties to the NFL and he has some thoughts on Shedeur Sanders, the guys hear what he has to say. Stink breaks down the Broncos’ big acquisitions as the guys discuss whether the Denver defense got exposed late last season. Mike, Stink, and Stoke finish today’s show revisiting the most controversial debate of the morning. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show recapping the great bounce back game we saw from the Nuggets and an amazing milestone for Nathan MacKinnon. Mike and Stoke break down the free agent moves the Broncos made yesterday before Michael Malone makes a strong MVP case for Jokic. What’s Trending? The Broncos’ gains and losses in free agency, the Nuggets show they still have a pedigree, the evolution of Nathan MacKinnon’s game, the state of the backup QB job, and the happenings around the league. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis, to get a breakdown of the Brocos new additions in the middle of the defense and some insight into the courtship of Evan Engram. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where Nathan MacKinnon reaches a major milestone twice, Michael Malone was thinking like Mike, and the Broncos improve the middle of their defense. Mike is wondering if the Broncos defense is entering hallowed ground before he bangs the table for MacKinnon to win the Hart Trophy again. The guys discuss the lack of action for the offense and the integrity of the MVP race. What’s Trending? The Broncos got playmakers on defense, an NBA superstar that actually wants to play basketball, Nathan MacKinnon not satisfied with just 1,000 points, kumbaya in the QB room, and the rest of the league’s spending spree. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour with Mike and Stoke giving the big guy some grief for being late. Stink takes a victory lap about the Broncos signing one of his wish list players. Stoke has a big problem with the way Michael Malone is managing his players’ health as the guys Hit the Hardwood. Mike and Stoke finish the third hour answering questions from the 8 am listeners about the new Broncos’ injury history and the integrity of the MVP race. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour looking through all of the goings on around the league before Stink hops back on to give his take. The guys discuss the injury history of Talanoa Hufanga and Dre Greenlaw and wonder if those injuries are blessings in disguise. Mike is banging the table for Nathan MacKinnon to win the Hart Trophy just like he is for Nikola Jokic and he wants to get Stink’s take on it. Mike, Stink, and Stoke finish today’s show making their free agency predictions for the Broncos on day two. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show talking about the changing of the clocks and all of the free agent action that happened before the frenzy begins. They recap an up-and-down weekend for the Avs and Nuggets. The guys have to make revisions to their free agent wish list after some of their favorites got re-signed over the weekend. What’s Trending? The Broncos’ QB room, the Nuggets lose AG yet again, the Avs’ 2nd line is back, and Jokic’s MVP case after 30-20-20. Should the Broncos bring Von back? Mike and Stoke discuss to end the first hour.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Broncos’ free agent moves before the frenzy, the Nuggets’ standing in the West, the Avs’ looking revitalized, and an update on Kris Bryant. The guys look at where the Broncos can get their answer at ILB now that their first option is off the board. Is Mikko Rantanen officially a villain in the same vein as a Matt Duchene or a Ryan O’Reilly? Mike and Stoke discuss. What’s Trending? The Broncos make moves before free agency, the Nuggets’ bench struggles yet again, the chances of seeing drunk Bednar going up, and a public PR ambush from LeBron James.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour recapping the free agency action from the weekend as they preview the beginning of NFL free agency. Stink hop on the show to give his two cents on the biggest topics of the morning like the free agent moves over the weekend, the way players handle free agency, and the ILB market. A very loud NBA talking head was trashing Jokic yet again and the guys discuss the MVP race. Mike, Mark, and Stoke heard that a possible solution at TE is in town and they discuss whether it would be the right move.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour sifting through the NFL free agent rumor mill with all of the players being connected to the Broncos. Mike eats some crow about Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland as the guys laud a transformed Avs team. The guys look at all of the big money being handed out around the league and they discuss the outlook for the Raiders after the Geno Smith trade. They make some revisions to their free agent wish lists after the first wave of re-signings over the weekend. Mike, Stoke, and Stink finish the show with a debate about resting the Nuggets starters for tonight’s game against the Thunder. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show reacting to a huge trade that puts the Avalanche in position to win the Stanley Cup before highlighting the promotions across the Broncos coaching staff. They discuss all the rumors going on before the NHL trade deadline, including some issues the Hurricanes are having with Mikko Rantanen. What’s Trending? Cale Makar has a historic night, the Avs’ Stanley Cup chances shoot through the roof, Sir Charles stands up for the rest of the NBA, and Shedeur responds to the rumor mill. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour giving the 6 am listeners a chance to chime in on an “Is It Just Me?” Friday.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Avs going all in on a Cup run, the Broncos making moves across their coaching staff, and a preview of the Nuggets’ matchup with the Suns. The guys consult the 7 am listeners on the text line for an “Is It Just Me?” Friday; discussing the bullet the Avs dodged and some Peyton Manning-isms. The guys talk about hard coaching after hearing Pat Surtain tell a story about how Sean Payton motivated him this past training camp. What’s Trending? The Avs finding their best bet at 2C, Charles Barkley ruffling some feathers on the way into ESPN, Shedeur responds to the criticism he’s been getting after the combine, and Stoke pours cold water on the most anticipated movie of the year.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour looking ahead to two huge games with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Mike highlights some high school basketball before the guys dig into the big trade deadline move the Avs made that may set up a run to the Stanley Cup. Mike and Stoke look into an alternate reality where the Broncos are searching for a QB yet again before Mike takes a victory lap about the Avs’ trade deadline moves. They finish the third hour finding out what happened to Stoke after our favorite Cajun got into hot water with his missus.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour looking down the list of ingredients that a hockey team needs to win the Stanley Cup. Mike and Stoke get some pushback from the 9 am listeners about Shedeur Sanders’ attitude and the culture around the CU Buffs football program under Coach Prime. The guys listen to Sir Charles Barkley preach what’s on everybody’s mind. Mike and Stoke finish the week with a very poignant question: How much sports misery are you willing to endure if it means you will get to experience a championship on the other side of it?

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show talking about a new addition to the studio and the lovely Colorado weather before they recap a gritty Nuggets win over the Kings. Mike and Stoke saw all of the big deals that were getting done ahead of free agency and they discuss whether a couple of Broncos deserve big money too. What’s Trending? The Nuggets won, ESPN reminds everybody why we hate the Lakers, the Shedeur Sanders rumor mill keeps turning. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour discussing Gabriel Landeskog’s status after a trailer for a docuseries about his recovery dropped.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover a Nuggets win, a shakeup on the Broncos coaching staff, the chance for a 1,200th win in Avs history, and Rockies spring training by the numbers. It seems like the Broncos are favored to sign every top free agent wide receiver but which one should they pick? Mike and Stoke take a look and decide. In a special edition of Telestrator Tuesday, Stoke breaks down the film on Davante Adams to determine if he should be a target for the Broncos. What’s Trending? A win’s a win, a superfan humbling a superstar, a take that should make the rest of the NBA gag, and a documentary about Landy.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour carrying over What’s Trending like the generational divide when it comes to scouting Shedeur Sanders before Stink joins the show to talk about a mistake he made. Stink picks out which top available receiver that he would want. They have a heated debate over how to handle Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen’s upcoming contract extensions. Mike, Stink, and Stoke Hit the Hardwood to finish the third hour to discuss the Jokic rules that have taken over the NBA. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour listening to the top audio of the morning like a major scout piling on Shedeur Sanders after the combine and some honesty from Jared Allen. The guys try to repeat their sterling trivia performance from last week. There is some must-see TV about Gabriel Landeskog’s recovery coming up, the guys wonder if the Landy docuseries will have happy ending. Stoke gets into some hot water with the missus and with Hockey Guy to end today’s show. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show with a big night ahead of Stoke. Mike breaks down the Avs’ win over Sidney Crosby’s Penguins and his observations of the new guys. Should the Broncos go after Davante Adams now that he’s free from the Jets? Mike and Stoke discuss. What’s Trending? Avs winning off of their A-game, Shedeur isn’t selling himself, Kendrick Perkins is dogging on the Nuggets again, and the Oilers suck. Mike and Stoke revisit the #2.5 wide receiver conversation that our 9News Broncos insider, Mike Klis, started yesterday and they try to put a name to the role. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover a sluggish Avs win, an injury update ahead of tonight’s Nuggets game, Shedeur’s self-reflection, and music to Stoke’s ears. Mike and Stoke debate which backup QB they want to bring back before they reveal their own Broncos free agency wish lists. What’s Trending? The Val Nichushkin effect, another exhausting ESPN narrative, teams putting out smoke on Shedeur, Howie Roseman has an apt analogy, and the return of our favorite wide receiver. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour getting some choir concert conduct advice from the 8am listeners. Mike regales us with some of his favorite Vegas show stories where he heroically told people to shut their faces. Stink joins the show to give his take on Mike and Stoke’s Broncos free agent wish lists before giving his own. Stink has been defending Shedeur Sanders on a national platform and he tells us why Shedeur’s mindset is something an NFL team should want. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour addressing a stray shot Zach Bye took at Mike before they listen to Kendrick Perkins bag on the Nuggets again. The guys have some fun with some of our best audio of the morning between Howie Roseman’s Super Bowl analogy and Xavier Leggette’s thick accent. The guys discuss whether the Broncos should be in on Davante Adams in free agency. Mike, Mark, and Stoke preview tonight’s pivotal game against the Sacramento Kings where Mike is advocating for the unthinkable. 

Mike Evans and the Coward of Castle Rock open today’s show with some boot-on-the-ground snow reports before Mike asks Stoke about playing against his football idols. Mike asks Broncos Country a couple of questions: How badly do you want a stud RB or TE? How much would you be willing to give up for one? An update about Gabriel Landeskog, Dan Orlovsky’s projection for Travis, Andy Reid reflecting on the Super Bowl, and a mind-boggling price hike are What’s Trending. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some inside info from the Scouting Combine now that it has concluded.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the consistency of Jared Bednar, Landy’s chances of coming back, a Combine story about Bo, and the non-Jokic minutes. The NFL listed the top ten plays of the Broncos season and Mike has an issue with it. Shedeur’s stock may be taking a hit after the Combine, Mike and Stoke read a pretty harsh scouting report on the Buffs QB. What’s Trending? A blocked trade for the Avs, an update on Landy’s career, Andy Reid addresses his mistakes in the Super Bowl, another opportunity opening for Stink, and a feel-good NIL story.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour giving Stoke a ton of grief for broadcasting from home before they debate whether the Broncos should trade up for a stud in the Draft. Stink hops on to get his shots in before Mike runs a scenario by the big guy that could send Stink’s stock to the moon. They look back at the top ten plays of the Broncos season and Stink tells us what his moment of the season is. The guys get the injury expert, Stink’s, take on the latest update on Landeskog’s playing career. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour listening to the top audio of the morning from the Avalanche front office and Andy Reid on Pro Football Talk. Our 9News Broncos Insider is saying the Broncos are looking for a number two-and-a-half wide receiver, but what exactly is that? Stink and Stoke clear things up. Shedeur Sanders’ draft stock is in flux after the combine, some scouts getting rubbed the wrong way by his personality, the players on the show put those concerns to bed. Mike, Mark, and Stoke finish today’s show mocking the mock draft cottage industry 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open today’s show with some bad karma before they recap a tough loss for the Nuggets and a move toward the Cup for the Avs. A prominent Broncos insider put out a Wishlist over the weekend, Mike and Stoke take a once over to see if they buy it or sell it. What’s Trending? The Nuggets’ role player problem, the Avs’ trade ahead of the deadline, Marvin Mims’ chemistry with Bo, and Hard Knocks jumping the shark. Mike and Stoke go to the text line to finish the first hour, responding to the listeners’ texts about Hard Knocks and the Nuggets. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they cover the Nuggets’ loss, the Avs’ trade, Broncos free agency, and CSU’s tourney hopes. Should the Broncos have been in on Deebo Samuel after all? Mike and Stoke discuss. Travis Hunter thinks what he does is harder than what Shohei Ohtani does, does he have a point or is this just bravado? What’s Trending? A moral victory for the Nuggets, depth for the Avs, Belichick on Hard Knocks, and a bullet dodged for the Broncos. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth enter the third hour with Stoke telling Mike to google him before Stink hops on to settle the Stafford debate. Stink also gives his take on Deebo Samuel and why the Broncos passed on him. The guys Hit the Hardwood to break down the Nuggets’ loss the Celtics. Mike Klis put out a wish list for the Broncos in free agency and the guys discuss which item is the highest priority. Mike, Mark, and Stoke are joined by James Merilatt, our Senior Editor, to debate about the decision not to trade for Deebo Samuel. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour with Mike venting to Stink about the parking spot thief before they get Stink’s take on what the Nuggets and Avs did over the weekend. Travis Hunter made a bold comparison between himself and Shohei Ohtani and he may have bit off more than he can chew. The Broncos missed out on Deebo Samuel but do they have the next Deebo on the roster right now? The Giants made a spectacle of themselves on the offseason Hard Knocks last year and it has led to the grumpiest man in sports being featured on the next season. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open today’s show missing the big guy before they talk about the wildlife on the golf course and the Nuggets’ outlook after last night’s loss. Mike is worried about the possibility of Matthew Stafford in Vegas before he shuts down a listener that’s going to the dark side. What’s Trending? Poor shooting, a bad whistle, Shaq takes a victory lap on Jamal Murray, George Paton’s drafting report card, and Travis Kelce is coming back. Mike and Stoke finish the first hour defending Michael Malone from the listeners and cutting a reality check for the Avs faithful ahead of the NHL trade deadline. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Nuggets lost, Nik Bonitto is a top priority, Travis Hunter wants to be number one, and the guys give a preview of tonight’s game with Minnesota. The guys discuss how long Travis Hunter could last playing both ways in the NFL before Mike takes an opportunity to dance on the Oilers’ graves. Seeing Colston Loveland in a sling is giving Mike and the listeners some pause, Stoke talks everybody off the ledge. What’s Trending? Michael Malone’s advice to MPJ, Barkley breaks down the Lakers defense, George Paton gives look behind the curtain, and Travis Kelce won’t go away.

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley enter the third hour discussing the future of the scouting combine with all of the top players sitting out of drills. Mike tries to convince Stoke that Matthew Stafford going to the Raiders would be a problem. Mike saw some blasphemy on the text line and he takes the 8am listener to task. A listener takes exception to all the praise and attention the Sanders’ and Travis Hunter gets while Mike and Stoke explain the reality of things.