Kick off your afternoon with two-time Super Bowl champion Brandon Stokley. Stokley earned his two NFL titles with the Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts and spent two stints with the Denver Broncos.
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The Stokley and Zach podcast has been a staple in my daily routine ever since they first started. Stoke and Zach have an incredible dynamic that instantly makes you feel like you're part of their friendship. It's like being one of the guys, just hanging out and talking sports. Their energy and enthusiasm are contagious, making the listening experience incredibly fun and enjoyable.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is how knowledgeable Stoke and Zach are about the Denver Broncos and Colorado sports in general. As a lifelong Broncos fan who recently moved from Denver to Kansas City, it's been tough to stay connected with my team. But thanks to these guys, I never feel like I'm missing out. They stay current on all things Broncos and provide insightful analysis that keeps me engaged. Whether it's player interviews or breaking news updates, they always have the latest scoop.
Another great aspect of this podcast is how well Stoke and Zach balance each other out. They have different perspectives but always respect each other's opinions, creating a dynamic that keeps the conversation interesting and engaging. They challenge each other's ideas in a respectful manner, making for thought-provoking discussions that go beyond just surface-level analysis.
However, if there was one downside to this podcast, it would be that sometimes episodes can run long. While I love listening to these guys talk about sports, there are times when I don't have several hours to spare for a single episode. It would be great if they could consider breaking up longer episodes into smaller segments or providing timestamps for different topics discussed so that listeners can skip ahead if needed.
In conclusion, The Stokley and Zach podcast is an absolute must-listen for any Denver sports fan or anyone looking for entertaining and informative sports content in general. Stoke and Zach's chemistry is unmatched, bringing you into their world with every episode. Their knowledge, enthusiasm, and genuine love for sports make this podcast a true gem in the podcasting world.
Dover and Cecil opened the show having a fun conversation about things they haven't done in Colorado yet despite living here for a long time. The guys reacted to the Rockies get a win last night. The fellas talked about why the Broncos defense has to be elite and that can help closing out games. Could the Nuggets find a way to add Luke Kennard this offseason?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil discussed what we should expect from the Broncos' pass rush this season. What kind of year should we expect from Jonah Elliss in his second season? Will Petersen joined the show to talk about why the Broncos could be Super Bowl contenders this year. The guys talked about Peyton Manning being part of the new women's soccer league team in Colorado.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil talking with Kevin and Drew on why they want the Rockies to continue to lose and have the worst season in MLB history. Is there a small chance that Dick Monfort can realize that he needs to make dramatic changes after this season? The guys discussed if the Broncos will have the best defense in the NFL this year. Who is the best Day 3 pick for the Broncos from this year's draft?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil talked about which Broncos player needs to have a big leap on defense this year. The fellas heard from Patrick Surtain on the possibility of playing in the Olympics. What does Surtain think of the additions to the Denver defense? With Saquon Barkley being named the latest player for the Madden cover, who is the next Denver sports athlete to be on the cover of a video game?
Dover and Cecil kicked off the show with Dover talking about how he ran into his mailbox. The fellas discussed how much pressure is on the Broncos this season. With everyone saying that Bo Nix and Sean Payton are the perfect fit, where does that fit rank among QB-HCs in the NFL? Do the Broncos have a top-10 roster on paper?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil broke down a proposed trade that would send a Patriots RB to the Broncos. What is one piece of sports memorbilia would the guys want that is game used? The guys discussed if the Toronto Raptors would want to trade for Jamal Murray. Could Dalton Knecht get traded to Denver? The guys also talked about a crazy stat that involves the Rockies and Scottie Scheffler.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil talked about when they think the Nuggets will name a new GM. Who has the most expectations this year for the Broncos? Is Nik Bonitto the biggest priority to get paid by the Broncos? Dover explained why he's excited that there's going to be a change to the Manning Cast this season.
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil the guys broke down a proposed trade for the Broncos that would bring them back a Patriots RB. Would there still be questions about the Broncos' RB room if they drafted one of the top RBs not named RJ Harvey? The guys discussed a trade for the Nuggets that would bring back Dalton Knecht. The fellas reacted to the strong comments from Jeff Passan on how bad the Rockies have been.
Dover and Cecil opened the show recapping the Pacers-Knicks game from last night. Do the Broncos have some depth problems at certain positions? Will Troy Franklin and Devaughn Vele take big steps forward in their second years? What are Big 12 coaches saying about Deion Sanders and the Buffs this season?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil broke down what Bo Nix has done this offseason to take the next step for his second year. The fellas heard from Nix talking about high his expectations are this season and what he's thought of Evan Engram so far. Who are some free agents or players the Nuggets can trade for this offseason?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to the Oilers making to the Stanley Cup Final against the Panthers. Could the Avs have beaten Edmonton in the playoffs? The guys broke down how Troy Franklin could take a big step for the Broncos this season. Why are people criticizing Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders during OTAs?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil discussing what the expectations are for the Broncos this season. The guys heard from Bo Nix talking about how excited he is to have the same play caller in back-to-back seasons for the first time since high school. What assistant coaches is David Adelman keeping on his staff? Closing out the show the guys broke down some stats that show how bad the Rockies are.
Dover and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the Thunder moving on to the NBA Finals. The fellas discussed if Pat Bryant could have a big year as a rookie. The guys heard from David Adelman saying that players need to buy into the regular season this year to help them in the playoffs. Dover explained why the Nuggets organization needs to stop dancing around by not calling out Jamal Murray publicly.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil discussed what three Broncos are in line to have a breakout season this year. Dover mentioned what legendary present he gave Michael Malone at one point. The guys also reacted to a weird ice cream flavor they found out about. What does Von Miller think about returning to the Broncos this season?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil broke down which Broncos WR is battling for the #3 WR position. Cecil explained that there's still a weakness in the RB room with Audric Estime. The guys heard from Josh Kroenke on what will define successs for the Nuggets moving forward. The fellas also reacted to Joe Flacco's comments about mentoring the young Browns quarterbacks behind him on the depth chart.
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil talked about Broncos that can have breakout seasons this year. Cecil explained why Riley Moss could end up having a chance for eight interceptions this season. Mike Klis joined the show and talked about how good Bo Nix looked at OTAs today. Was RJ Harvey catching a lot of passes and is Audric Estime a concern this season for the Broncos?
Dover and Cecil opened the show reacted to the Pacers-Knicks game from last night. Cecil wants to know if we need dynasties to make sports better. With Broncos OTAs happening this week, which players should we pay attention to? Who are realisic GM candidates for the Nuggets?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil talked about the news that the Broncos are putting Demaryius Thomas into the Ring of Fame. The fellas played a tribute and talked about how great Thomas was on and off the field. Has George Paton become the best GM in Denver sports? Who could the Nuggets hire as their next GM?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil talked about David Adelman's introductory press conference. Should we read into Jamal Murray and Julian Strawther showing up to the presser? Which Broncos players should we pay attention to at OTAs this week? The fellas explained why they didn't like Josh Kroenke's comments on why the Nuggets organization doesn't need a culture reset.
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil continued to react to the Nuggets press conference for David Adelman and Josh Kroenke. How creative does Adelman want to be on defense moving forward? The fellas reflected back on the career of Demaryius Thomas as he will be going into the Broncos Ring of Fame this season. What other Broncos could be next for the ring of fame?
Dover and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the Knicks-Pacers games from the weekend. How bad was Anthony Edwards last night for the Timberwolves in their loss to the Thunder. Could Trae Young or Kawhi Leonard be legit trade candidates for the Nuggets in this offseason? Where does Pro Football Focus rank Courtland Sutton among WRs in the NFL? The guys reacted to Bo Nix throwing out the first pitch at the Rockies-Yankees game.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil discussed how good Bo Nix can be this year with the addition of RJ Harvey and Pat Bryant. Who lost the Mikko Rantanen trade more, Carolina or Colorado? The guys reacted to the latest grades of the Nuggets' trades and signings in recent years. The fellas talked about a mistake Travis Hunter might've made this weekend.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil were joined by Jake Shapiro to discuss what kind of trades the Nuggets can make this offseason. Could Zion Williamson be a realistic option for Denver? What's the biggest challenge for the next Nuggets GM? The fellas broke down the gap between Marvin Mims and Pat Bryant. Why does a flag football QB think he's better than NFL QBs?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil previewed the Broncos' OTAs that are beginning. Can Bo Nix be the 2nd-best quarterback in the AFC West this season? The fellas debated who lost the Mikko Rantanen trade more, Colorado or Carolina? The guys broke down some numbers on how many minutes the Nuggets starting lineup played throughout the seasons. How much longer is the Nuggets' window with Nikola Jokic in his prime?
Dan Jacobs is in for today’s Memorial Day Weekend edition of Dover and Cecil. In hour 1, Dan shares his worst grilling experiences and asks the text-line to share their worst grilling stories. The Rockies are off to a historically bad start to their season, but will the team still finish in the top half of the league in attendance? We revisit a conversation between Dan and Mike Evans regarding Jamal Murray and where the Nuggets go from here this offseason. We react to Mike Evans’ conversation and the text-line. Does Jamal Murray deserve the criticism he receives? Where does Murray rank as a second option in the NBA?
Dan Jacobs is in for today’s Memorial Day Weekend edition of Dover and Cecil. In hour 2, Dan continues to break down Jamal Murray and where he ranks in the list of problems the Nuggets have. Kansas City’s Soren Petro joins the show to discuss the Chiefs offseason since getting blown out in the Super Bowl, if KC is more concerned about the Chargers or Broncos going forward, and much more. Dan outs the behind the scenes guys for our “Cecil bingo” of all the cliches he says during his regular show. Where would Dan and Dante rank at the Fan in terms of basketball and we have controversy over the rules of playing one on one basketball.
Dan Jacobs is in for today’s Memorial Day Weekend edition of Dover and Cecil. In hour 3, Dan is joined by DenverSports.com’s James Merilatt to discuss the Fan’s basketball prospects, if Jamal Murray deserves criticism for his lack of professionalism and on court production, and how the Nuggets can improve their roster. Should the Nuggets gone out and performed a full coaching search before hiring David Adelman? Are the Nuggets and Avalanche missing the gritty players they had when they won championships? Are the Rockies on a path to being competitive again or will their losing ways continue? Do the Rockies have building blocks for the future?
Dan Jacobs is in for today’s Memorial Day Weekend edition of Dover and Cecil. In hour 4, Dan revisits his conversation with Mike Evans regarding the Avalanche and if the team should run it back next season with the same roster. DenverSports.com’s Will Petersen joins the show to discuss the rules of one on one basketball, the Mikko Rantanen trade in retrospect, and much more. We wrap up the show with audio from Michael Malone from over the past few months and going from advocating for Jokic to be the NBA MVP, to calling SGA the MVP, to apologizing and saying he would have voted for Jokic if he had a vote. Is Michael Malone the best coach in Denver Nuggets history?
Dover and Cecil opened the show reacting to Michael Malone clearing up his stance on the NBA MVP saying that Nikola Jokic should've won it. How are the guys feeling about the David Adelman promotion after sleeping on it? Dover explained that the Nuggets are never going to develop and improve Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. Will Courtland Sutton lead the Broncos in receiving this season?
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to Pro Football Focus ranking their top-3 Broncos while not naming Bo Nix in the three. The guys heard from Josh Kroenke on how close the Nuggets are to winning a championship again. Is Garett Bolles the most underrated player for the Broncos? The guys reacted to Tim Kurkjian calling out the Rockies for how bad they've been this season.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil gave their thoughts on the Timberwolves-Thunder series. Are the Nuggets still in championship or bust mode? The guys explained why they don't like the Nuggets hiring a head coach before a GM. Who will be the biggest weapon for the Broncos this season? Dover talked about how big of a year Evan Engram can have this year.
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil discussed if an NFL team can win the Super Bowl without their QB being one of the their 3-best players. Mike Klis joined the show to talk about his sitdown with Rockies GM Bill Schmidt. What's the latest update with Alex Singleton and his recovery. Does Josh Kroenke know that he has to go all in while Nikola Jokic on the roster?
Dover and Cecil kicked off the show recapping the Pacers' crazy win over the Knicks last night. The guys also talked about how the Stars beat the Oilers last night. How did Sean Payton missing out on Patrick Mahomes help him draft Bo Nix? Dover gave a trade proposal that send Jamal Murray to Toronto.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to PFF's QB tiers that has Bo Nix ranked 19th in the NFL. Dover went off on Rockies GM Bill Schmidt's latest comments that he told Mike Klis. Who is going to lead the Broncos in rushing and receiving this season? How many all-purpose yards will RJ Harvey end up with?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil recapped last night's crazy Pacers-Knicks game. How will the Timberwolves respond to OKC tonight? Is Sean Payton trying to make Bo Nix look like Patrick Mahomes? Dover broke down a trade that would send Jamal Murray to Toronto. Who should be the head coach of the USA Olympic flag football team?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to the breaking news of the Nuggets making David Adelman the next head coach. Dover explained why the Adelman promotion is good news for Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. What is the plan for the GM position now for the Nuggets? The guys explained why they wanted ownership to do a full coaching search.
Dover and Cecil began the show talking about how disgusted they are with Michael Malone after his recent comments last night on ESPN. The fellas broke down the NFL allowing NFL players to go play flag football in the 2028 Olympics. Which Broncos should be on the flag football roster? The guys reacted to a Colorado man suing the Rockies.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil react to Pat Bryant's comments saying that Bo Nix is getting members of the offense together for a QB/WR retreat. Is Nix now the face of the Broncos? The guys talked about the Warriors being named the favorite to land Michael Porter Jr. Jesse Montano joined the show to preview the Avs offseason. Are there any Avs that the team could look to trade?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil why they're annoyed with SGA and how he flops on every play. The fellas held a draft for their own flag football teams in the 2028 Olympics. Who is closer to winning a championship, the Avs or Nuggets? The guys gave their thoughts on the NFL not bainning the "Tush Push." Are the fellas fine with the current NFL playoff format?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil discussed if Bo Nix is offically the face of the Broncos over Sean Payton. The fellas broke down a trade that would send Michael Porter Jr. to Golden St. Would the guys be good with Draymond Green coming to Denver? The guys explained why the Avalanche have to be aggressive this offseason and might need to trade some of their own players.
Dover and Cecil opened the show discussing if they want to watch the WCF tonight between the Timberwolves and Thunder. The fellas discussed why they would be fine with Jeff Van Gundy becoming the next head coach of the Nuggets. Dover names a person that could be the right fit for the Nuggets' GM role. The guys also reacted to Knicks fans throwing trash at a Pacers fan.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil heard from Nikola Jokic on if he wants David Adelman to become the next head coach. Jamal Murray talked about the chances of the core of this Nuggets team getting back to a championship. Cecil explained why he wants Jokic to be vocal behind the scenes. Will Petersen joined the show to say who is closer to winning a championship, the Nuggets or Avalanche.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil discussed if the Nuggets can take a step back this next season in order to take a step forward in the following year. The guys broke down a certain trade scenario that sends Michael Porter Jr. to San Antonio. What kind of head coach and GM do the Nuggets need?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil heard from Nikola Jokic on if the core of this Nuggets team is close to winning a championship. Does Jokic think David Adelman should become the next head coach? Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report joined the show and discussed what adjustments Jamal Murray needs to make to improve his game. Is there a plan on how to fix this Nuggets roster? The guys broke down a trade scenario where the Nuggets can trade Michael Porter Jr. and strengthen their bench.
Dover and Cecil kicked off the show reacting to the Nuggets getting blown out in Game 7 against the Thunder. The guys explained why Nikola Jokic needed to be better yesterday. Does Jokic have the right team around him to win another championship? Cecil explained why he thinks David Adelman has already won the Nuggets HC job.,
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil discussed if JJ Redick exposed the Nuggets with the way he had his team guarding Nikola Jokic. The fellas heard from David Adelman on Aaron Gordon playing through his injury yesterday. Who was the 2nd best player for the Nuggets in this playoff run?
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil reacted to the Nuggets' loss yesterday to the Thunder in Game 7. Did Nikola Jokic need to be better and more physical last game? Who else needed to step up for the Nuggets in this series? The fellas reacted to reports saying that Michael Malone will be part of the ESPN broadcasts in the conference finals. What two Broncos made the PFF All-NFL team from the past 25 years?
In the final hour, Dover and Cecil gave their thoughts on yesterday's Nuggets loss. The guys broke down the playoff stats between this year's Nuggets team and the NBA Finals team. Looking to the future, Cecil explained why Christian Braun is most valuable trade asset for the Nuggets. Closing out the show, Dover told Kissner why he's going to run his social media accounts.
Dover and Cecil opened the show reacting to the Nuggets' big win to force a Game 7 against the Thunder. How good was Julian Strawther last night and did he earn more playing time moving forward? Dover asked Cecil what success looks like this season for the Broncos.
In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil recapped the Nuggets victory last night. How good was Julian Strawther? Are the Thunder playing like a 68-win team? The fellas broke down how the CU Buffs are still one of the most interesting teams in college football. How will the loss of Travis Hunter hurt the Buffs? The guys talked about how well Julius Randle has played for the Timberwolves.
In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil talking about how well Julian Strawther was last night for the Nuggets. Would this Nuggets team be in the same situation if Michael Malone was the HC? Is Jamal Murray the 3rd-best player in this series? Cecil explained how the Broncos have closed the gap with the Chiefs. Is a playoff win considered success for the Broncos this season?