Justin Michael starts the podcast by talking about David Bailey reuniting with Steve Addazio at Texas A&M. He then talks about Isaiah Stevens not receiving an invite to the NBA Combine and why it seems more like that he will return to CSU for a fifth season. Finally, Justin begins the latest recruiting update by talking about former Cal linebacker Trey Paster and former NDSU defensive end Tony Pierce, both of which committed this week. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/...
May 11, 2023•21 min•Ep. 877
Justin Michael is joined by Jack Moran, who recently became the first verbal commitment for the 2024 cycle (7:00). Throughout the episode, Jack talks about being the son of a CSU legend and what it's like following in his footsteps. He also talks about being overlooked throughout the recruiting process, and how he's coming to Fort Collins with a chip on his shoulder. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate...
May 07, 2023•28 min•Ep. 876
Andre Simone, Justin Michael and Jake Schwanitz begin their NFL Draft review series by diving into the AFC West. The guys first give their thoughts on Denver's class, trade decisions, etc. They also talk about the team's offseason as a whole, as well as the Jenga piece this season. Finally, the draft gang dives into the rest of the division and how they did this year. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1443269/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Find the nearest A...
May 06, 2023•57 min•Ep. 875
Justin Michael is joined by college basketball insider Eli Boettger of HeatCheckCBB.com. The two dive into a weird 2022-23 season for CSU Men's Basketball before talking about the offseason additions, and why Ram Nation should feel excited about this team's possibilities if Isaiah Stevens returns. Finally, Eli gives some thoughts on SDSU's National Championship run and how it helped the national perception of the Mountain West. He also gives his opinion on Tim Miles staying at San Jose State. BU...
May 05, 2023•34 min•Ep. 874
Justin Michael starts the podcast by giving his final thoughts on an awkward situation between Dillon Brooks and the Memphis Grizzlies. Justin is then joined by DNVR Buffs intern Will Darkey to discuss Nique Clifford's role at CU, why it was unsurprising that he wanted a fresh start elsewhere, and why CSU might just be the perfect landing spot for the extremely athletic guard. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Bre...
May 04, 2023•36 min•Ep. 873
Justin Michael starts the show with a brief introduction on Barry Wesley getting an invitation to Rookie mini camp with the Atlanta Falcons and why folks should stop doubting him. Justin then talks about the addition of North Dakota State transfer running back Kobe Johnson, what he brings to the table and why his ceiling is so high. Finally, Justin wraps up with an expedited version of What's Happening in Ag Land. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WIT...
May 02, 2023•24 min•Ep. 872
Justin Michael begins the podcast by expressing his condolences for the Barrett family after Sunday's tragic news. Justin then talks about why Toronto is an appealing franchise for Becky Hammon to land as a head coach, before wrapping up with a recruiting update for CSU Football. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Al...
May 01, 2023•21 min•Ep. 871
It's a DNVR Draft Podcast takeover as Jake Schwanitz, Justin Michael and Andre Simone recap a wild round one of the NFL Draft and preview a big day two to kick off the Sean Payton era in Denver. From the best players available to the Broncos' most pressing needs and some intriguing trade-up options, Denver has plenty of work to do with picks 67 & 68 in round three to add some building blocks for the future. Plus, the AFC has added more quarterbacks and the NFL keeps modernizing as we get rea...
Apr 28, 2023•55 min•Ep. 870
Andre Simone, Jake Schwanitz and Justin Michael give their final thoughts and predictions prior to the start of the 2023 NFL Draft. The guys go over the latest odds and talk about what they expect the various teams to do. They then look at the draft through a Broncos lens and discuss potential trade-up targets, positions of priority, etc. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1443269/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Ale near you at...
Apr 27, 2023•50 min•Ep. 869
Justin Michael starts the podcast by giving his thoughts on the roster turnover occurring at CU under Deion Sanders. Justin then briefly talks about the Memphis Grizzlies and why Dillon Brooks' annoying antics make that team hard to root for — even with David Roddy on the roster. Finally, Justin talks about Mizzou grad transfer Bobby Lawrence and how the 6-foot-9, 321- pound OT could fit into the mix for CSU this fall. And Justin wraps up with his way-too-early predictions for the Week 1 startin...
Apr 26, 2023•27 min•Ep. 868
Justin Michael is joined by former CSU point guard and current Ram Up head coach Derrick Stevens. Throughout the interview, Stevens talked about what he learned while leading the team last summer, why this year's team should be even better, and what he's trying to accomplish in the grand scheme of things by connecting former CSU players. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://t...
Apr 25, 2023•34 min•Ep. 867
Justin Michael briefly talks about the changes coming to college football in 2023 and why he believes in the benefit of shortening the games. Justin then talks about the latest hoops commits, Nique Clifford (CU) and Javonte Johnson (UNM), and why the duo significantly elevates CSU's ceiling going into the 2023-24 campaign. Finally, Justin talks about the first commitment of the 2024 cycle for CSU Football, Jack Moran of Ralston Valley High School, and why it's so cool to see the staff prioritizi...
Apr 24, 2023•25 min•Ep. 866
Justin Michael breaks down the action from Saturday's Green & Gold Game. Throughout the podcast, he talks about the offensive line holding up this spring, Clay Millen's development with the other pass catchers on the team and much more! Justin also plays audio from interviews with Jay Norvell, Clay Millen and Jack Howell. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/b...
Apr 23, 2023•36 min•Ep. 865
Justin Michael and Andre Simone start by diving into the best offensive tackles available in the 2023 NFL Draft. They then discuss the top interior offensive linemen. Finally, the guys give their thoughts on potential trade targets for the Broncos in the third round, before wrapping up with the best draft props on DraftKings Sports Book. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1443269/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Ale near you at ...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 864
Justin Michael starts the podcast by hyping up David Roddy's Game 2 performance against the LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Playoffs. Justin then talks about the concept of TBT and why he's so excited for the squad Team Ram Up is putting together under Derrick Stevens. Finally, Justin previews Saturday's Green & Gold Game and gives the seven things he will be looking for in the scrimmage. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH U...
Apr 21, 2023•26 min•Ep. 863
Justin Michael talks about the latest commitment for CSU Men's Basketball and why he's so excited for Joel Scott to rep the Green & Gold. Justin talks about Scott's impressive accomplishments at Black Hills State and why he likes his fit in CSU's system. Justin also dives into Medved's recruiting style as a whole and talks about why being patient in an an increasingly chaotic system is important, and how at the end of the day, relationships and fits are the most important things to prioritiz...
Apr 18, 2023•25 min•Ep. 862
In one of the draft crew's favorite episodes of the year, Andre Simone and Jake Schwanitz break down an entertaining but device 2023 WR class. With lots of undersized wideouts in the 2023 group the boy's break down who'll be able to overcome their size deficiencies and who'll struggle at the next level. Jake and Dre give their favorite sleepers, best Broncos fits in round three and beyond and talk about what Houston will do a the second overall pick and much more. Learn more about your ad choice...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 861
Justin Michael breaks down the action from Saturday's scrimmage. He also plays audio from interviews with Jay Norvell, Justus Ross-Simmons and Chase Wilson. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Ale near you at https://www.breckbrew.com/brew-finder/ Roman: Go to https://ro.co/DNVR today to get 20% off your entire first ...
Apr 16, 2023•24 min•Ep. 860
Justin Michael is joined by Kevin Lytle of the Fort Collins Coloradoan. The guys start by talking about the Colorado high school football state championship games moving to Canvas Stadium and why that's a win for the CSU football program. Kevin and Justin then discuss the offensive line performing well in the first scrimmage and how much stock Ram fans can put into the group's improvement this spring. They also talk about the tight ends making a strong early impression and dive into the current ...
Apr 12, 2023•29 min•Ep. 859
Justin Michael starts with a brief into on the "I Love CSU Day" Happy Hour event at the DNVR Bar on April 18th. He then spends the rest of the podcast discussing realignment, the recent reports of Colorado showing more interest in the Big-12, and how this could all potentially impact CSU. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ Find the nearest Avalanche...
Apr 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 858
Justin Michael starts the podcast by talking about the first episode of CSU Football's Grit & Glory. Justin gives his thoughts on the first episode and talks about how giving people more access in 2023 is a huge win for diehard Ram Fans. Justin then transitions into the latest recruiting news and talks about a pair of running backs that recently committed to the Rams. Finally, Justin talks about John Conzano's most recent reporting regarding the possibility of Mountain West expansion. BUY TI...
Apr 10, 2023•33 min•Ep. 857
Justin Michael and Andre Simone give their thoughts on Denver's recent high profile visits and explore some guys they could see the Broncos being interested in trading up for if they were available in the 40s. Andre then goes through his mock draft based on the current odds for the various NFL teams and Justin gives his input on the various scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 856
Justin Michael spends the first half of the podcast talking about Becky Hammon going into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame, her growing legacy and why she's so important for the growth of the WNBA and women's basketball in 2023. Justin then talks about the Rockies home opener and the similarities/differences of rooting for them and the Rams over the years. Finally, Justin gives his top five sports days of the year from a fan's perspective. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1...
Apr 07, 2023•28 min•Ep. 855
Justin Michael starts with a brief introduction before playing an interview with safety Jack Howell from over the weekend (6:55). Justin then talks about the Colorado 4A and 5A State Championship games coming to Canvas Stadium and why that is a win for the program (11:00). Finally, Justin wraps up with some thoughts on San Diego State's performance in the National Championship Game (19:00). BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fw...
Apr 05, 2023•25 min•Ep. 854
Justin Michael starts with a brief introduction on the men's Final Four and women's National Championship Game. He then dives into what he learned after Saturday's first practice with pads the Rams. Throughout the podcast, Justin gives his takeaways and plays audio from interviews with Jay Norvell and Clay Millen. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ ...
Apr 03, 2023•25 min•Ep. 853
Justin Michael and Andre Simone start the podcast by talking about what Jay Norvell had to say about Sean Payton's leadership qualities. They then talk about Hendon Hooker and Anthony Richardson rising up draft boards before talking about the top defensive line prospects in the 2023 class. The guys also talk about some potential targets for Denver. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441541/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 852
Justin Michael is joined by Will Darkey of DNVR Buffs to preview the 2023 Final Four. Both guys give their keys to the matchups and talk about potential 'X-factors' in the games. They give their official predictions for SDSU-FAU and UCONN-Miami as well. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Ale near you at https://www.b...
Mar 30, 2023•39 min•Ep. 851
Justin Michael opens with an intro on the state of college basketball and how much things have changed over the last 18 months in the NIL era. He talks about increasing player movement and why roster turnover will be continue to be more common with the current rules, so it's time we all get used to it. Justin then gives his thoughts on John Tonje, Isaiah Rivera, Baylor Hebb and Jacob Jennissen electing to move on. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WIT...
Mar 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 850
Justin Michael talks about San Diego State's win over Creighton to advance to the Final Four. He first gives his thoughts on the controversial foul at the end, before explaining what makes SDSU's run so unique this season. Justin also dives into how this run has been more than two decades in the making, and why this is a perfect example of patience in the vision panning out. Finally, Justin talks about the running back position and lack of depth CSU will have this spring (16:12). BUY TICKETS HER...
Mar 27, 2023•22 min•Ep. 849
Jake Schwanitz and Justin Michael dive into the latest mock drafts from Mel Kiper and Daniel Jeremiah. They then talk about their favorite off-ball linebackers and safeties in the 2023 NFL Draft. BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441541/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday Experience: https://thednvr.com/brecksweeps/ Find the nearest Broncos Country Pale Ale near you at https://www.breckbrew.com/brew-finder/ Visit jivehyve.com and get ...
Mar 26, 2023•44 min•Ep. 848
