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“The Drive” is an iconic sports-talk radio show in Denver history featuring some of the most entertaining personalities to ever crack a microphone over the years. The current iteration of “The Drive” is hosted by Zach Bye, who brings years of radio experience and unmatched authenticity to the program each day. His partner, Phillip Lindsay, is the embodiment of our city. Phil grew up in Denver, sta... more

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In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos. Is the Broncos' bet of trading a first-round pick for Jaylen Waddle finally paying off for the Broncos? Who is to blame for Waddle's slow start to the season? We react to Ian Ra... more

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by DenverSports.com's James Merilatt to discuss how bad the Broncos have been on third down this season, if Nikola Jokic has already passed his prime, and much more. Could the Nuggets get a huge haul w... more

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos. Is the Broncos bet of trading a first-round pick for Jaylen Waddle finally paying off for the Broncos? We hear from both Bo Nix and Courtland Sutton on Waddle and his fit in the... more

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Phil cross-talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss the Nuggets after their impressive win over Toronto. How much credit does David Adelman deserve for playing his young players and the rookies excelling? Zach... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Adams
Denver sports broadcaster
Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.30.26
Dusty Likens
Kansas City sports radio host at 96.5 The Fan.
96.5 The Fan
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.30.26
Mike Klis
9News Broncos insider
9News
Episode: The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.30.26
Aniello Piro
DenverSports.com sports contributor.
DenverSports.com
Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.29.26
Alex Gold
Kansas City sports radio host and co-host of Cody and Gold
96.5 The Fan
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.29.26
James Merilatt
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.29.26
Will Petersen
DenverSports.com sports reporter
DenverSports.com
Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.28.26
Brian Howell
Colorado football reporter whose work appears on BuffBlitz.com, On3 and Rivals.
BuffBlitz.com
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.28.26
James Palmer
Veteran NFL reporter.
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.27.26

Hosts

Zach Bye
Host of The Drive, Denver sports radio personality with a reputation for energetic, authentic commentary.
Phillip Lindsay
Co-host on The Drive; Denver-born former Broncos running back with deep local roots and energetic hosting style.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 444 ratings
  • More than 22 yds

    Why does everyone (Zack) say the broncos haven’t had an over 22 yd run in over a year or 2 years or whatever? Maybe I have your timeline wrong, but didn’t Badie bust a 40+ run week 3 vs. Tampa bay? 🤔. Great show though fellas every day listener…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt-E-ICE!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good Show

    Show is good & I enjoy listening it while driving home from work. However, I am listening to more commercials than I am the actual show. Hopefully that changes soon

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Natedawgsneaks
    United Statesa year ago
  • I’m out

    I’ve listened to every show since the new line up of Zach and Phil, I gave it a chance because I respect Phillip Lindsey, but I’M OUT. It’s a serious downgrade from the previous show and very robotic. Zach’s style is too structured and it’s just not entertaining. It’s stiff and forced. The takes from Zach and Phil are mediocre at best and you’ll hear them anywhere else. As a result they just agree with each other the majority of the time. BORING! Plenty of other guys in town that are at the game... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lil that Kills
    United States2 years ago
  • Wrong direction

    I miss the chemistry of Stoke with Zach and the substance of DMac. The station seems to want a different audience. So bye.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TLGCO
    United States3 years ago
  • Like it, but the duo isn’t a great fit

    Love ZB, but Phil just isn’t ready for prime time. He loses his line of logic, uses the wrong words or phrases too often and consistently mispronounces key names in sports, especially the Broncos. He was thrusted to prime time with no practice reps and I just don’t think he has it or adds to the show in terms of topics or takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Scottdpt
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many praise guest insights and local vibe, though some dislike the commercial-heavy format.
Fans appreciate authentic, Denver-rooted perspectives and energy from hosts.
Shows strong Broncos focus with insider camp notes and engaging banter.
Listener feedback notes the chemistry varies; some want more balance between analysis and entertainment.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.27.26
Q: What do you think a package would look like for JT?
Palmer expects the Colts to seek a first-round pick, arguing that Jonathan Taylor remains one of football's best running backs and Indianapolis has not received the asking price it wants.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.27.26
Q: How much stock do you put into what we saw on Sunday?
James Palmer says Bo Nix's Arizona performance is encouraging, especially his use of his legs and willingness to stay in the pocket, but says repeating it against Kansas City would provide stronger confirmation.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.28.26
Q: If CU wanted to move on from Deion Sanders, does CU have the resources to pay him his buyout, pay out the staff, and then hire another coach?
Brian Howell says the more important question is whether the university is willing to make the change. He estimates the buyout at about $25.5 million, likely paid over the remaining three years, and says hiring a coach at $4 million annually would raise the total coaching budget by about $4 million per year.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 10.28.26
Q: What would CU's record be if Haus Hejny was the quarterback?
Phillip Lindsay thinks Colorado would have beaten Baylor and Utah and could have upset Texas Tech, potentially moving from two wins to five.
The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.28.26
Q: What do they need to do tonight? Like, what are you looking for?
Zach Bye says the Nuggets need to improve their offense, revive the Jokic-Murray two-man game, get Nikola Jokic attacking from inside, and bring better effort. He also points to Cam Johnson's potential return as a factor.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Drive

What is The Drive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- A high-energy Denver-area sports talk show that centers on Broncos training camp, roster battles, and quarterback depth, blending on-field analysis with banter and fan interactions. Episodes frequently explore run-versus-pass identities, camp reports, and depth-chart implications, while weaving in local sports lore and occasional stadium/business topics. Special guests and insider guests add context on team operations and regional sports culture, making it useful for listeners who enjoy detailed team-centric commentary mixed with personality-driven banter.

- Noteworthy for its community focus, mix of insider insight and entertaining takes, and a recurring motif of hot-take balance with practical analysis. The format spans practice takeawa... more

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Recent guests on The Drive include:

1. Justin Adams
2. Dusty Likens
3. Mike Klis
4. Aniello Piro
5. Alex Gold
6. James Merilatt
7. Will Petersen
8. Brian Howell

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