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The Player's Club

Get a sneak peek into the most exclusive club in sports-talk radio as three former NFL players team up to bring a perspective you won’t find anywhere else on “The Player’s Club!” Orlando Franklin is a member of the Denver Broncos All-Decade Team of the 2010s. Despite his football accomplishments, Orlando’s greatest sports love is hockey. You can take Orlando out of Canada, but you can’t take the Canadian out of Orlando! Chad Brown is a former All-Pro linebacker with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks who won a national championship at the University of Colorado where he’s a Hall of Famer. Nate Jackson is a former tight end with the Denver Broncos and New York Times Best Selling author whose rapping abilities were awarded by the Colorado Broadcasters Association. Together, these three NFL veterans let you into “The Player’s Club” weekday mornings from 9a-11a!  
June 2, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 06.02.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the Nuggets 104-93 Game 1 win over the Heat and Michael Malone's comments on the Nuggets ability to hit the ground running after 9 days rest between games.    (41:01)
June 2, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 06.02.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss if Jamal Murray made a strong statement for Finals MVP with last night's 26 point performance.   (40:47)
June 1, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 06.01.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to and discuss why the Heat might not be as aggressive in playing zone as everyone may think and Michael Malone has some very high praise for Nikola Jokic.   (45:31)
June 1, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 06.01.23

In the Second Hour, the guys hear from Michael Malone reflecting back on his relationship with Jamal Murray, go over some series props and give their ultimate predictions.   (40:03)
May 31, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.31.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to Michael Malone discussing what it means to be a Denver Nugget, Jeff Green's incredible journey to get to this point and more!   (43:02)
May 31, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.31.23

In the Second Hour, the guys continue their discussion from Hour 1 on the practice of athletes taking and implementing parts of teammates games to their own and more from Aaron Gordon on how he takes pride in playing strong Defense against the opposing team's best player.   (40:44)
May 30, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.30.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss how the Nuggets managed to build a Championship contender and is it a model sustainable for long-term success in the NBA.    (42:38)
May 30, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.30.23

In the Second Hour, the guys continue to dissect and discuss PFF's QB Rankings and what to expect out of Russell Wilson in his first season under Sean Payton.   (42:14)
May 29, 2023

The Player’s Club | Hour 2 | 05.29.2023

The Honorable Judge Dan Jacobs fills in for The Player’s Club on this Memorial Day talking about golf and barbecue before he is joined by our very own DMac. They chop it up about the poll, DMac’s ...   (40:36)
May 29, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.29.23

Chad Andrus and Kyle Reese are in for this Memorial Day edition of The Player's Club. In hour 1, Chad and Kyle discuss the relationship between Carmelo Anthony and the Denver Nuggets. Is Jayson Tatum ...   (44:06)
May 26, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.26.23

In the Second Hour, the discuss why the National Media has such a hard time diving into detail about the Nuggets and is it as simple as them just being lazy.   (43:30)
May 26, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.26.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the idea of the Nuggets fully leaning into the being "boring" narrative as long as the National Media paints them that way and hear from Russell Wilson and Sean Payton from Broncos OTA's.   (41:24)
May 25, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.25.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss if the Seahawks took another shot at Russ? And which Broncos have the most to prove heading into OTA's?   (43:19)
May 25, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.25.23

In the Second Hour, the guys continue the discussion who has the most to prove for the Broncos heading into OTA's and Sean Payton makes another adjustment for media members attending practice.   (40:07)
May 24, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.24.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the Broncos decision to move on from Brandon McManus and O breaks down one of the new faces the Broncos are bringing in on the Defensive Line.   (45:26)
May 24, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.24.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react more to Postgame comments from Aaron Gordon after Game 4 on the duo of Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic and the overall greatness of Jokic.   (37:14)
May 23, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.23.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the Nuggets punching their first ever ticket to the NBA Finals and some unexpected Broncos news comes down the line.   (40:25)
May 22, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.22.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss if the Nuggets will make history tonight and head to their first ever Finals in team history and Nikola Jokic is a top___ athlete in the NBA.   (42:12)
May 22, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.22.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss tonight's opportunity for the Nuggets to close out the series in L.A. and give their final predictions for Game 4.   (39:25)
May 18, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.18.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss if too much is being made of Rui Hachimura being the answer to stop Nikola Jokic and what adjustments are to be expected from both teams tonight in Game 2.   (43:48)
May 18, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.18.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss why the Avs will have to be creative this Offseason if they want another run at a Stanley Cup, the Lakers think they've figured out Nikola Jokic and a National Med...   (40:19)
May 17, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.17.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss last night's big 132-126 win in Game 1 against the Lakers and should the NBA be harsh on Ja Morant?   (41:09)
May 17, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.17.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react more to the big win for the Nuggets in Game 1 and who is to credit most for the win.   (38:55)
May 16, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.16.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the biggest hurdle the Nuggets will have to overcome the favorable whistle for the Lakers?   (41:14)
May 16, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.16.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss how much pressure is on Michael Malone and the Nuggets to make their first Finals appearance and what was the ultimate gut punch as a Nuggets fan in their Playoff battles against the Lakers.   (40:36)
May 15, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.15.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss a wild weekend across the NBA and preview the Nuggets-Lakers Western Conference Finals matchup.   (44:47)
May 15, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.15.23

In the Second hour, the guys the guys discuss who needs to step up for the Nuggets in the series against the Lakers and what the Broncos record may look like in 2023.   (40:07)
May 12, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.12.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the Nuggets huge 125-100 win in Game 6 over the Suns and at a first glance, does the schedule give the Broncos an early opportunity to start off the season hot.   (48:03)
May 12, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.12.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss what stuck out most to them when looking over the Broncos schedule for the first time and should Nuggets Nation forgive Mark Jackson for leaving Nikola Jokic off of his MVP ballot.   (41:24)
May 11, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.11.23

In the First Hour, the guys preview Game 6 tonight in Phoenix and NFL schedule leaks begin to funnel out.    (43:09)
May 11, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.11.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss if the Pass Rusher room really is suffering from a lack of depth and a former Bronco blasts lasts years team.   (41:12)
May 10, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.10.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the big Game 5 win over the Suns and is the Running Back room deep enough if Javonte Williams isn't healthy at the beginning of the season.   (43:19)
May 10, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.10.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react to some of the NFL schedule dates that are starting to leak out and will the Broncos continue to make changes to the roster.   (39:50)
May 9, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.09.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the disappointing news that Avalanche Captain Gabe Landeskog will undergo a knee cartilage transplant and is expected to miss the entire 2023-2024 season.   (41:49)
May 9, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.09.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react more to disappointing news for Gabe Landeskog and the leadership void it creates for the Avs and impact of gambling in sports.   (42:35)
May 8, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.08.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the Game 4 loss for the Nuggets in Phoenix and should Jokic be held responsible for his altercation with Suns Owner Matt Ishbia.   (42:29)
May 8, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.08.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the different between talent and skill and recall what their Rookie Minicamp experiences were like.   (45:03)
May 5, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.05.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to Charles Barkley's interview on Schlereth and Evans earlier today and should there be a concern with depth in the Running Back room for the Broncos.   (47:22)
May 5, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.05.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the difficulties and expectations for an athlete coming back from a significant injury and will the Nuggets come out of Phoenix with a series win this weekend.   (38:30)
May 4, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.04.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the Broncos new #'s for 2023 and what kind of Owner will Greg Penner be from what we've seen so far this Offseason.   (43:59)
May 4, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.04.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the importance of rivalries in sports and is a successful season for Russ and the Broncos fully dependent on making the Playoffs?   (40:32)
May 3, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.03.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the addition of Tight End Adam Trautman and do the Avs have a tough decision to make when it comes to Val Nichushkin.   (41:20)
May 3, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.03.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to Joel Embiid crying his way to his first MVP, the influence of gambling in the NFL and what the Broncos Offense may look like in 2023.   (41:44)
May 2, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 05.02.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the Nuggets gritty win in Game 2 over the Suns and discuss what expectations may be for recently Drafted Rookie Marvin Mims Jr.   (32:16)
May 2, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 05.02.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss what expectations should be for Rookie Linebacker Drew Sanders and will Nikola Jokic be named the MVP for a third-straight season.   (40:30)
April 28, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.28.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss if this season is a failure if the Avs are unable to get passed the Kraken in the First Round, should the Broncos be aggressive in the Draft tonight and Prime continues to speak on the mindset he expects from his players.   (42:14)
April 28, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.28.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the urgency for the Avs tonight and give their final predictions for Game 6 in Seattle and Game 1 for the Nuggets against the Suns.   (41:26)
April 27, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.27.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss last night's disappointing loss for the Avs in Game 5, Prime tells CU fans everything will be ok and the Rodgers and Hackett love fest is in full affect.   (50:38)
April 27, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.27.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss what the Draft philosophy should be for the Broncos and will Jerry Jeudy be traded by the end of the weekend.   (42:06)
April 26, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.26.23

In the First Hour, the guys the guys react to the Nuggets 4-1 series win over the Timberwolves and their next opponent in the Suns and what is their concern level tonight for the Avs without Cale Makar.   (43:44)
April 26, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.26.23

In the Second Hour, the guys continue their QB debate and are joined by Mike Klis, our 9News Broncos Insider, to preview the NFL Draft and what can be in play for the Broncos. Who will step up for the Avs tonight without Cale Makar?   (41:17)
April 25, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.25.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the Avs loss to the Karken last night in Overtime, the Nuggets look to complete the Gentleman's Sweep tonight at Ball Arena and what does the Aaron Rodgers trade mean for the Broncos.   (43:37)
April 25, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.25.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the impact of the Rodgers trade to the Jets and a prominent National figure has some big faith in the Nuggets.   (41:27)
April 24, 2023

The Player’s Club | Hour 2 | 04.24.2023

In the second hour, Nate and Orlando dive into the new Wonderlic test: the S2, should it affect the draft stock of a prospect? How much do these tests really tell about the QB’s from the neck up? Th...   (38:50)
April 24, 2023

The Player’s Club | Hour 1 | 04.24.2023

In the first hour, Nate and Orlando take an objective look at CU’s upcoming season after the excitement of the spring game. They set some expectations for the Buffs in Coach Prime’s first year at ...   (45:13)
April 21, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.21.23

On the show today the guys get into an Avs victory last night but it wasn't without its drama.  The CU Buffs have a spring practice tomorrow.  What are the guys looking to learn from the first time ...   (40:56)
April 21, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.21.23

In hour 2 more news come in from the suspensions in the NFL surrounding gambling.  Orlando has his Avs update after the team came out victorious last night. James Merilatt joins the guys to talk abou...   (40:13)
April 20, 2023

The Players Club | Hour 1 | 04.20.23

On todays show the guys react to the Nuggets victory over Minnesota last night.   Big O was at the game and he give you his insight from seeing the game live.  The NFL draft is 1 week away.  The g...   (40:40)
April 20, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.20.23

In hour 2 the guys have some travel stories to tell.  What's the best sports scene from a non sports movie?  Are the Nuggets going to sweep the Wolves?  The NFL PA wants grass on every field.  The guys talk about their experiences on different playing surfaces.     (39:42)
April 19, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.19.23

In hour 1 of The Player's Club, the guys react to the Avs shocking loss last night. O gives us his thoughts on what went wrong with the Avalanche. Morning Mixtape includes Draymond Green getting suspe...   (42:06)
April 19, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.19.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys take a deep dive into tonight's Nuggets game. What do the Nuggets need to do to make this series 2-0? How does Coach Malone think the Timberwolves will adjust ...   (41:28)
April 18, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.18.23

In hour 1 of The Player's Club, the guys recap the wild night of NBA and NHL action. Nate asks what is the best football scene in a non-football movie?  A preview of the Broncos draft, what positions...   (43:17)
April 18, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.18.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys discuss the hype and expectations surrounding the CU football program. Andrew Mason, DenverSports.com's Senior Broncos writer, joins the show. Do the Nuggets n...   (41:48)
April 17, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.17.23

In hour 1 of The Player's Club, the guys react to the Nuggets big win from last night. Are all the questions surrounding Coach Malone answered? Jalen Hurts gets a record setting contract while we are ...   (42:20)
April 17, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.17.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys take a trip around the Western Conference, after losses by Phoenix, Memphis and Golden State, is the West up for the grabs? Jerry Jeudy wants his old college n...   (41:58)
April 14, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.14.23

In hour 1 of the Player's Club, the guys react to the news that Avs' Captain, Gabe Landeskog will not return for the playoffs. Ben Roethlisberger made some comments on Lamar Jackson's QB ability, do t...   (41:49)
April 14, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.14.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys go in depth into the Nuggets potential matchup in the first round. Will the Thunder or Timberwolves be heading to Denver? O gives us an "Avs Update" with the t...   (41:09)
April 13, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.13.23

In hour 1 with The Player's Club, the  guys go over their night before and pregame rituals. Orlando, Chad and Nate go into the Broncos not having much media availability and whether they have a probl...   (44:28)
April 13, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.13.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys discuss the Broncos upcoming draft and whether it is make or break for George Paton. How many starters do the Broncos need to get in this years draft? Do the N...   (40:59)
April 12, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.12.23

All the players are in the club today as Nate Jackson returns with Orlando Franklin and Chad Brown.  The Nuggets don't know who they are playing but does it matter?  The guys discuss their mental ga...   (41:19)
April 12, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.12.23

In hour 2 how early is too early?  Well as expected some showed up to the Broncos off season program early.  Does getting in early matter?  What's the difference with the team right now compared to...   (41:30)
April 11, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.11.23

Orlando Franklin and Chad Brown are in the players club today.  DeMarcus cousins says Jokic shouldn't be the MVP because he's not one of the best players ever. The Morning Mixtape has Deion meeting R...   (43:03)
April 11, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.11.23

In hour 2 the guys discuss where the Broncos sit right now.  Is this a team built to win now?  Have the Broncos made all the moves they are going to make?  Andrew Mason Joins the show to get into w...   (41:41)
April 10, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.10.23

On todays show Mat Smith sits in with Chad Brown.  The Masters has concluded and we have a champion with a new green jacket.  The Nuggets have concluded their season as the Number 1 seed in the West...   (43:18)
April 10, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.10.23

In hour 2  the guys go into what's happening up in Boulder?  Are the expectations for this team fair?  Spring ball is here and so are a ton of eyes watching the rejuvenated CU football program.  H...   (42:12)
April 6, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.06.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss what their expectations from the Nuggets are entering the Playoffs and is Michael Malone at risk of being fired if the Nuggets don't make it out of the first two rounds. What are the minimum expectations for the Nuggets from the Playoffs?   (44:07)
April 6, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.06.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss what type of training style is best for OTA's and the expectations for the Avs heading into the Playoffs.   (38:48)
April 5, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.05.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the bad loss for the Nuggets in Houston last night and is it a major concern that Michael Malone's message isn't sticking with the team that they need to be locked ...   (47:36)
April 5, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.05.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss John Elway's legacy as both a player and GM of the Broncos and Mike Klis, our 9News Broncos Insider, joins the show to give his thoughts on Elway's tenure in Denver and what the future holds.   (42:12)
April 4, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.04.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss the importance of having cohesion with a health and strength staff and the NFL is going to eventually try and put Football on screens as many days as they possibly can during the week no matter if it's good for the players or the fans.   (41:51)
April 4, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.04.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss what Tim Patrick's impact will look like after returning from his ACL injury and although he's already been cleared to workout and run routes, there's still a long road ahead for him to get back to his old self.   (42:30)
April 3, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 04.03.23

In hour 2 of The Player's Club, the guys take a deep dive into the news that NBA players will now be allowed to invest in cannabis and sports gambling books. Is allowing players to be involved in spor...   (40:04)
April 3, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 04.03.23

In hour 1 of The Player's Club, the guys recap the weekend of men's and women's college basketball. A deeper discussion into the women's final and the race discourse that has followed the game after L...   (42:23)
March 31, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 03.31.23

In the Second Hour, the guys discuss what it takes to be a leader in a locker room and is Russell Wilson capable of doing that for the Broncos in 2023.    (40:33)
March 31, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 03.31.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss the Nuggets disappointing 107-88 loss to the Pelicans at Ball Arena last night, Peter King gives glowing praise to Sean Payton and should Nuggets Nation be concerned when it comes to Nuggets Nation's hopes for a deep playoff run?   (42:55)
March 30, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 03.30.23

In the First Hour, the guys discuss their strengths and weaknesses of the Broncos heading into the Draft and is there a limit when it comes to trying to make Football too safe?   (43:09)
March 30, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 03.30.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react to Stokley and Zach's pushback Orlando and the guys' thoughts that Albert O may be the biggest beneficiary of Sean Payton's Offense outside of Russell Wilson and what happened to the Avalanche last night?   (39:16)
March 29, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 03.29.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to Sean Payton's evaluation of the last year's roster, should Lloyd Cushenberry be the presumed starter heading into this season and his strong emphasis on Special Teams.   (43:04)
March 29, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 03.29.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react more to Greg Penner from the Owners meetings in Arizona on the Broncos aggressiveness in Free Agency and Mike Klis of 9News joins the show to recap what he learned in Arizona as the Broncos shift their focus towards the Draft.   (41:10)
March 28, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 03.28.23

In the First Hour, the guys react to the Nuggets 116-111 over the Embiid-less 76ers last night, should Joel Embiid be out of the MVP race and Sean Payton was putting everyone on notice from the Owner's meetings yesterday.   (46:03)
March 28, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 03.28.23

In the Second Hour, the guys react to Sean Payton's approach to the Broncos Offseason, the Avs continue to roll along and what will Payton's plan be for the Receivers if the Broncos aren't going to trade any of them.   (39:16)
March 27, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 1 | 03.27.23

In the First Hour, the guys recap their trip to Las Vegas and the wild weekend of March Madness. Sean Payton has come out and said the Broncos are not trading Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton, was thi...   (44:00)
March 27, 2023

The Player's Club | Hour 2 | 03.27.23

In the Second Hour, the guys revisit their conversation regarding the Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton trade rumors. Troy Renck joins the show live from the Owners Meetings in Arizona. Orlando gives u...   (41:30)