Take My Breath Away: The Drive 9/10/18
Sep 10, 2018, 6:29 PM
Monday September 10th, 2018
The Drive with Big Al & Chad Brown LIVE IN STUDIO!!! ESPN’s Adam Schefter joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers’ magical performance, and to decide if Vance Joseph has to have a good year to keep his job. Denver 7 Broncos Insider Troy Renck joins the show to determine if the Broncos still trust Devontae Booker.
Big Al wants Steven Montez on the Heisman list, and Chad Brown points out it was Colorado vs the entire state of Nebraska. Chad gives the CSU Rams some credit for their big win against the Razorbacks, and Al says Von Miller takes his breath away. Al says it was like the football Gods were smiling on Colorado this weekend.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers’ magical performance, and to decide if Vance Joseph has to have a good year to keep his job. Schefter mentions Ryan Fitzpatrick stepping in when called upon, and Case Keenum’s ups and downs. Also, how Keenum’s time in Denver will play out, and why he needs to keep interceptions at a minimum. Listen to the interview HERE!!!
Al & Chad agree Phillip Lindsay is truly special, and Chad can’t believe the Browns tied with the Steelers. Also, Chad finds out from Al if the LA Rams defensive unit will finish in the Top-2 this season.
Big Al praises the Broncos O-Line, Emmanuel Sanders and Demaryius Thomas. Chad tells Al he enjoys Phillip Lindsay’s current role with the team, and doesn’t want to see Lindsay become an every-down back & be taken off Special Teams. Also, Al explains why Case Keenum needs to keep trying to make the big play & run it more often.
Al & Chad Brown pass out game balls after the Broncos Week 1 matchup against the Seahawks. Big Al says despite his three interceptions, Case Keenum deserves a game ball for being a gunslinger. Chad says Justin Simmons’ interception was outstanding, and Al wonders how anyone couldn’t give a game ball to Von Miller for being so disruptive.
Al hands out report cards from the Broncos game, and demands that the fans notice a brand new Vance Joseph this season. Chad points out how a balanced attack helps any offense, especially Denver’s.
The guys get into their Pick ‘Em segment, and Al talks about the Detroit Lions. Chad tells Al the LA Rams are going to beat the brakes off the Raiders tonight, and Al gets into Pick ‘em tiebreakers & why Trubisky is not ‘the truth.’
Denver 7 Broncos Insider Troy Renck joins the show to determine if the Broncos still trust Devontae Booker. Renck was surprised by Phillip Lindsay’s number of carries, and tells Al & Chad to expect Carlos Henderson work his way back after River Cracraft & Isaiah McKenzie were released. Also, Renck expects Shamarko Thomas to be given a look again to help with Special Teams. Listen to the interview HERE!!!
Al talks about the big wins for the Buffs & Rams over the weekend, and the hardest thing to do when defending Russell Wilson. Also, avoiding rookie mistakes and Bradley Chubb’s ability to recognize plays.
The guys take some calls on Von Miller’s performance, as well as Case Keenum’s in the Seattle game. Also, Al takes some calls on the CU Buffs big win & Denver’s addition of Shamarko Thomas to the roster.
Al says if it doesn’t work with Case Keenum, it’s just not going to work, and there is no ‘Plan B.’ Al points out how Keenum spread the love to five different receivers, and tells Chad he loves Keenum’s arm.
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