Schlereth And Evans

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour debating the Broncos’ day one free agency plan, whether they agree with the Broncos taking a longer view of team building or if they need to make major upgrades to the offense. Will the Broncos engage in the free agent market on day two of the Free Agent Frenzy? Is there anybody left at RB or TE that the Broncos could go out and get? The Morning Crew look to the text line to get the listeners’ takes on the Broncos’ quiet free agency so far, many of them are very unhappy about the lack of action.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour with a very sickly Stoke before they get Stink’s take on day one of free agency. They talk through the JK Dobbins signing and they point out the major gamble the Broncos are taking in bringing him back. Stink looked at the draft’s top TE, Kenyon Sadiq, and he came away very impressed. But, will he be available for the Broncos? Stink breaks it down for a special edition of Telestrator Tuesday. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where it’s all about Free Agency; the Broncos get a compensatory pick for JFM, the Raiders went on a spending spree, and the Chiefs upgraded their roster. 

 Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show with a heavily medicated Stoke recapping a boring day one of free agency for the Broncos as they try to talk Broncos Country off the ledge. Mike and Stoke debate the merits of running back the formula from last year and retooling year to year. Stoke is in panic mode over the Nuggets’ loss to the OKC Thunder last night. Mike tries to play devil’s advocate about the Broncos sitting out free agency, particularly at RB. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get an explanation for why the Broncos didn’t make any big moves and they ask if there are any big moves coming up.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour discussing the scuttlebutt among Broncos fans after the pre-emptive moves the team has made ahead of free agency. They set Cup-or-Bust expectations for the Avalanche in the wake of Nazem Kadri’s return to Denver. They look at Mike Klis’ free agent list and they pick out the names that stand out to them. Stink gives a scouting report on his grandson after flying all the way out to Tampa to see his first game and then he gives a preview for his film break down on Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show with some leaking NFL free agency news about the future of Travis Kelce.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour getting different perspectives on the Broncos’ puzzling retention of TE Adam Trautman. They break down what Justin Strnad’s new deal means for the ILB room between Dre Greenlaw and Alex Singleton. They discuss what the Broncos game plan should be for free agency this year compared to the last two years now that they’re free from Russell Wilson's dead cap. They look through our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis’, free agent wish list. Is Klis’ list a preview for the Broncos’ free agent period? The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour chatting about the Maxx Crosby trade.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second with Stink telling us all about his trip to Tampa where he visited with Jon Gruden. They get Stink’s take on the Broncos’ free agent moves so far. They break down Justin Strnad’s potential as a starting LB this season and they project what the Broncos could do to upgrade the TE position, even making a big trade in the Draft. The Morning Crew end the second hour looking back at John Elway’s career before sorting through all the big happenings of the Denver sports world like the return of Nazem Kadri to the Avalanche, Gabriel Landeskog’s busted balls, a brewing goalie controversy, and Defcon 1 for the Nuggets.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show without Stoke in the building. Mike walks you through the rules of NFL free agency as he recaps the moves the Broncos made to get ahead of the frenzy. Nazem Kadri made his triumphant return to the Avalanche on the way to a couple of huge wins. Mike looks ahead to the Nuggets’ matchup against the OKC Thunder tonight, wondering how they’ll bounce back after an embarrassing loss to the Knicks. Stoke explains why he was late before ranting and raving about the Broncos keeping Adam Trautman around. They look through our 9News Broncos Insider’s list of free agents to see what the Broncos are prioritizing this offseason. Mike and Stoke end the first hour chewing the fat about free agency, what will be done about the ILB’s and what they want to do with the skill positions.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour undermanned on the air and behind the glass as they look forward to trivia. They get excited about Jamal Murray building a chip on the Nuggets’ shoulder. The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge, how will an undermanned Morning Crew do against The Drive? Mike and Stoke cap off today’s show making the case to cut Ben Powers ahead of free agency and making bold predictions for tonight’s game against the Knicks.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour watching the snow come down as they remark on the incredible depth the Nuggets have built up. They chat about the Kadri deal being snuffed out by Calgary's owner. Stoke takes shots at Stink as he calls for the Broncos to cut Ben Powers. The guys rag on Stink some more and discuss how concerned they are with Jokic’s recent turnover issues. Will the Avs’ game in Dallas tonight decide the outcome of the Central division? Mike explains why it isn’t do-or-die. The guys pose a question to end the third hour: how many games do the Rockies need to LOSE for the 2026 season to be a success?  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the second hour wondering where Mark is before they recap a must-win game over the Lakers. AG is set to return tonight versus the Knicks, does the Nuggets real season start now? The guys preview some 4-point games coming up for the Avalanche after the trade deadline. We figure out how Stink is letting everybody down yet again. They break the news to Broncos Country that the team probably isn’t making any moves to their WR group. Mike and Stoke point out a shocking stat about the Nuggets as they talk about the help that Jokic is getting from the rest of the team. Mike put his ear to the ground and he takes a leap on why the Avs couldn’t have a reunion with Nazem Kadri. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos are making their final preparations for Free Agent Frenzy, Stoke thinks Zach will be disappointed

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping a nice Nuggets win over the Lakers and breaking down the Nicolas Roy trade. They update Broncos fans on their OL and explain how important it is that the Broncos extend GM Geroge Paton. Mike and Stoke discuss the return of Aaron Gordon against the Knicks tonight, does the actual evaluation of the Nuggets begin now? They discuss an Is It Just Me abut the Broncos’ rivals in the AFC making moves and they debate whether the Nuggets need to make some noise themselves.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour stressing the vital importance of the next 10 games for the Nuggets to stay afloat in the Western Conference. They chew the fat about game day grub. Stoke reckons with the 9am listeners’ reaction to his take that the Broncos should look at the most recent problem child WR on the market. Stink pitches why he thinks Cade Otton from Tampa Bay should be one of the Broncos’ top free agent targets next week. The Morning Crew caps off today’s show with breaking news that Zach Bye’s favorite team just traded for a new weapon and another option at TE hitting the market.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour telling some stories about Lou Holtz after the legendary coach’s passing. They set the number for the minimum amount of wins the Nuggets need over the next 6 games to stay out of the play-in conversation. They chat about birthdays. Stoke advocates for the Broncos to sign a troubled WR in free agency, Stink tells him why he’s wrong. The Morning Crew wrap up the third hour breaking down how the Trent McDuffie trade could be a template for a potential Riley Moss trade.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour rating their concern for the state of the Nuggets on a scale of 1-10. Mike asks the players how having kids affected their careers. They praise George Paton and the Broncos’ brass for being doing so well with contract extensions. The guys debate which TE they want the Broncos to pursue in free agency between Tampa Bay’s Cade Otton and Baltimore’s Isaiah Likely. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Chiefs are planning ahead, Tom Brady has a rat among the Raiders, and Stefon Diggs runs wears out his welcome with another team.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping a great round of golf Stoke had before the check up on the Nuggets’ canary in the coal mine and breaking down the minor trade the Avalanche made yesterday. They congratulate Bo Nix on being a new dad. Mike and Stoke discuss how important the continuity in the Broncos’ front office is. Is this offseason the Broncos’ best chance to upgrade their roster to the next level before their time runs out? The guys discuss. LeBron James’ career is winding down, and tonight’s game may be the final time Denver basketball fans will get to see him. What do the guys and you, the listeners, think of him in the twilight of his career?  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour drafting an official apology for Mike addressed to Avalanche Twitter. The guys respond to Russell Wilson’s podcast appearance where he called out Sean Payton and they discuss Russ’ NFL future. Will the Broncos regret letting an opportunity to trade for Breece Hall pass them by? The guys explain why the Broncos shouldn’t have Breece Hall FOMO. Mike caps off today’s show with an official apology to Avalanche Twitter.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour getting Stink’s reaction to Russell Wilson’s appearance on the Bussin’ with the Boys podcast where he took a shot at his former coach, Sean Payton. Mike has some real talk about his experiences from being Avalanche official media in days gone by. The guys take a break from the hockey talk to sort through Stink’s top 5 free agent RB’s on the market. The guys end the third hour talking about Gabriel Landeskog’s journey back from his injury as the most untouchable player in Denver sports talk... but Mike still takes his shots at The Captain.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour doing a wellness check on Stink before Stink revels in the schadenfreude of Mike’s Twitter debacle. Stoke comes in with a rebuttal, drawing on the history of the Denver Broncos to defend Gabriel Landeskog’s slow start. Mike closes out the second hour going on the offensive, calling out the fans across Avalanche twitter for their reaction to scrutiny and even calling out the other hosts on The Fan for the way they’ve been covering the Avalanche this season.  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show recapping the Avs’ huge rout over the Ducks. Mike addresses the Twitter firestorm he kicked up after criticizing Gabriel Landeskog yesterday. Russell Wilson went on a podcast to open an old wound he got from Sean Payton, the guys discuss whether he’s justified in firing back at the Broncos’ coach. Mike goes on the offensive about the Twitter drama he started with his Gabriel Landeskog take, pulling receipts from years past. Stoke gives us his top 5 free agent RB’s now that the franchise tag deadline has come and gone.   

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the fourth hour making funeral plans for themselves before they praise Jamal Murray for carrying the Nuggets to victory over the Jazz. The guys give the 9am listeners a chance to hear what our 9News Broncos Insider had to say about the RB position for the Broncos, who are they bringing back and who are they looking at bringing into the fold? Stink gives Stoke some compliments about his Combine photo before they dig up Stoke’s darkest fear about next year’s offense. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show with the top audio of the morning.