Three Denver legends. One great guest. Welcome to the show where smart, spirited, no-BS sports talk takes center stage the moment the buzzer sounds. Each week, we bring together iconic voices who’ve lived and breathed Colorado sports history, combining decades of experience, behind-the-scenes stories, and sharp opinions you won’t find anywhere else.
This is more than just hot takes — it’s where history, headlines, and humor collide. From unforgettable Denver sports moments of the past to the biggest storylines unfolding right now, the conversation is always fresh, always honest, and always entertaining. With one special guest joining the roundtable each episode, you’ll get unfiltered insight, spirited debates, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Whether you bleed orange and blue, live for the Avs on the ice, or still remember the glory days at McNichols, this is your go-to destination for sports talk that respects the past while cutting straight to the heart of today’s game.
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Three Denver legends. One great guest. Welcome to the show where smart, spirited, no-BS sports talk takes center stage the moment the buzzer sounds. Each week, we bring together iconic voices who’ve lived and breathed Colorado sports history, combining decades of experience, behind-the-scenes stories, and sharp opinions you won’t find anywhere else.
This is more than just hot takes — it’s where history, headlines, and humor collide. From unforgettable Denver sports moments of the past to the biggest storylines unfolding right now, the conversation is always fresh, always honest, and always entertaining. With one special guest joining the roundtable each episode, you’ll get unfiltered insight, spirited debates, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Whether you bleed orange and blue, live for the Avs on the ice, or still remember the glory days at McNichols, this is your go-to destination for sports talk that respects the past while cutting straight to the heart of today’s game.
The After the Horn crew dives into a packed weekend of football, starting with the College Football Playoff semifinals and rolling straight into NFL Wild Card Weekend. Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo break down Miami vs. Ole Miss and Oregon vs. Indiana before shifting to every postseason matchup on the pro slate. From betting lines and point spreads to coaching storylines and quarterback trust, the guys offer sharp takes, disagreements, and a few longshot futures as they size up who can survive January and make a real Super Bowl run.
The Broncos lock up the AFC’s top seed and a first-round bye, but the guys ask the real question: are they actually playing like a Super Bowl team? Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo debate Denver’s uneven offense, Bo Nix’s recent struggles, Sean Payton’s play-calling, and which playoff matchup the Broncos should want—or fear—coming out of the wild-card round. They also examine whether this defense can still carry a postseason run the way the Super Bowl 50 unit once did. Plus, the Nuggets deliver one of the most improbable wins in franchise history in Philadelphia with a severely depleted lineup, sparking a deep conversation about bench development, playoff depth, and what Denver should expect during Nikola Jokic’s absence.
The After the Horn crew closes out the year with a special “Hot Ones” edition, testing their limits through a lineup of increasingly fiery wings while diving into Denver and national sports. Along the way, they debate the best teams and players in sports today, make the case for Nikola Jokic and Shohei Ohtani as generational icons, and reflect on what greatness really looks like across eras. The heat eventually gives way to unforgettable storytelling, including candid memories of Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, and the writers and broadcasters who shaped sports media. It’s a loose, hilarious, and surprisingly thoughtful end-of-year episode you don’t want to miss.
The After the Horn crew breaks down a packed holiday slate across the NFL and college football, with a special focus on Christmas Day games, the Broncos hosting the Chiefs, and how the playoff picture is shaping up late in the season. The panel debates streaming overload, motivation edges, weather factors, and where value actually exists on the board, before turning to the College Football Playoff quarterfinals and major bowl matchups. It’s a full betting-centric conversation blending analysis, storytelling, and the chaos that comes with football on Christmas week.
The After the Horn crew reacts to the Broncos’ stunning loss to Jacksonville and looks ahead to a bizarre Thursday night matchup in Kansas City, where the Chiefs’ motivation and weather add to the uncertainty. Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo debate Bo Nix’s inconsistency, Sean Payton’s play-calling, and whether Denver’s defense is being figured out at the wrong time. The conversation also dives into Arrowhead’s brutal conditions, the Chiefs’ potential stadium move, and why the upcoming Chargers game looms as the real AFC turning point.
The After the Horn crew is back with their Weekend Betting Edition, breaking down the biggest games across college football and the NFL as the postseason picture tightens. Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo dive into College Football Playoff implications, marquee SEC matchups, and a loaded NFL slate that includes a massive Broncos–Jaguars showdown at Empower Field.
As the Broncos surge into the Super Bowl conversation on the strength of an 11-game win streak, After the Horn welcomes longtime Denver sports voice Vic Lombardi for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond football. Lombardi joins Tom Green, Ron Zappolo, and Woody Paige to discuss why this Broncos team feels different, whether Denver is in the midst of a rare golden era with the Nuggets and Avalanche also operating at elite levels, and how expectations change when teams truly matter again. The conversation expands into the chaos reshaping college football, including the College Football Playoff debate, Notre Dame’s place in the sport, NIL, the transfer portal, and Vic’s recent one-on-one time with Deion Sanders at Colorado. Lombardi also reflects on the evolution of Denver sports media, the importance of authenticity, and his ongoing battle with aggressive prostate cancer, sharing perspective on mortality, purpose, and legacy in one of the most honest and meaningful episodes of the season.
Tom, Ron, and Woody dive into the Army–Navy showdown, shifting College Football Playoff odds, and a full slate of NFL Week 14 lines — including why the Broncos are home underdogs despite an 11–2 record and 10 straight wins. The guys break down Ravens–Bengals, Bills–Patriots, Browns–Bears, Chargers–Chiefs, Lions–Rams, Colts–Seahawks, Dolphins–Steelers, and the value plays on the board in Super Bowl and MVP futures. It’s the Weekend Betting Edition… just don’t actually take their advice.
Ron Zappolo, Tom Green, and Woody Paige dive into the wildest week of football—starting with the controversial ending between the Broncos and Raiders that has fans screaming fix. They debate whether gambling culture is changing the integrity of the NFL, break down the Broncos’ final four games and their path to the No. 1 seed, and react to the state of the AFC, from Houston’s rise to the collapses of Kansas City and Indianapolis. Then the guys unload on the College Football Playoff: Notre Dame’s fiasco, broken conference title games, useless bowls, and why the entire system needs a commissioner. They close with stories about Muhammad Ali, Howard Cosell, and their earliest sports memories as the holiday season kicks in.
A wild weekend of college and NFL football brings playoff drama, Heisman separation, and our best bets of the week. Woody, Ron, and Tom hit everything from CFP chaos to the Broncos, Texans, Lions, and Chiefs — plus the three quarterbacks who could determine the Heisman race. All picks, all debates, all the insight you need headed into championship weekend.
The guys dig into another nail-biting Broncos win and whether Denver can keep living this dangerously as the AFC race tightens. They debate Bo Nix’s inconsistency, the Patriots comparison, the shaky defense, and what it will take to secure the top seed. Then the conversation pivots to Colorado State’s headline-grabbing hire of Jim Mora Jr., and where it leaves the Rams. Finally, they look at Deion Sanders’ tough season in Boulder — and what CU has to do to reload in 2025.
Tom, Woody, and Ron break down a wild Thanksgiving “Weekend Betting Edition,” covering Lions–Packers, Chiefs–Cowboys, Bears–Eagles, 49ers–Browns, Texans–Colts, Bills–Steelers, and Broncos–Commanders. Then it shifts to rivalry week: Ohio State–Michigan, A&M–Texas, Arizona–Arizona State, Georgia–Georgia Tech, Tennessee–Vanderbilt, and more. The trio mixes sharp analysis with the usual off-the-rails humor, capped by a classic Woody urologist story.
Tom Green, Ron Zappolo and Woody Paige break down an unprecedented stretch in Denver sports, where all three major teams — the Broncos, Nuggets and Avalanche — look like legitimate championship contenders. The crew debates Denver’s chances at history, digs into the AFC playoff picture, evaluates the Avalanche’s blistering pace, and looks at Nikola Jokić’s continued dominance. They also react to Shedeur Sanders’ first NFL start, the chaos with Pete Carroll’s Raiders, and the Rockies sticking with Warren Schaefer. The show closes with a Thanksgiving edition of “It’s Your Move,” choosing between classic holiday dishes, and a heartfelt moment of gratitude from the hosts.
Tom Green, Ron Zappolo, and Natasha break down a wild slate of college and NFL matchups — from Oklahoma–Missouri and Oregon–USC to CU’s ongoing struggles and the Broncos’ push for AFC supremacy. They debate whether Kansas City’s dynasty is fading, how the Colts factor into Denver’s playoff race, and which teams can actually make a Super Bowl run. Plus: Roy Orbison references, betting regrets, and a reminder to go back and watch the John Elway episode.
John Elway sits down with Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo for a wide-ranging conversation about his football journey, his time leading the Broncos, his relationships with legendary coaches and quarterbacks, and what life looks like now. From draft day to the Super Bowl to stories from inside the GM’s office, Elway shares rare insight, humor, and honesty with three longtime Denver journalists.
Tom Green, Ron Zappolo, and Woody Paige run through a packed Week 12 slate with college football heavyweights, a critical Chiefs–Broncos matchup in Denver, and a huge NFC showdown between the Lions and Eagles. Ron gives his “next month’s paycheck” picks, Woody delivers vintage rants, and Tom breaks down every spread with precision.
Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo open with Denver’s upcoming rematch against the Chiefs and the mounting concern over Bo Nix’s shaky confidence under Sean Payton’s play-calling. They break down why the Broncos’ offense looks lost, how Payton’s “all plays are good if they work” defense rings hollow, and whether Denver can keep up with Patrick Mahomes after back-to-back 10-point outputs. The guys then pivot to the Rockies’ stunning hire of Paul DePodesta as president of baseball operations—questioning whether the Moneyball mastermind can modernize a 100-loss franchise that’s lost touch with its fan base. The episode closes with Around the Horn alum Sarah Spain, who joins to discuss her new book Runs in the Family, the rise of women’s sports, and life after ESPN.
Tom Green, Woody Paige, and Ron Zappolo break down the betting lines of the big games on another packed football weekend — from BYU’s Big 12 breakthrough to the Broncos building real momentum in Denver. The crew breaks down every major matchup, including Oregon-Iowa, Indiana-Penn State, and Texas A&M-Missouri, before diving into the NFL slate: Broncos-Raiders, Ravens-Vikings, Bucs-Patriots, 49ers-Rams, Steelers-Chargers, and Eagles-Packers. It’s smart analysis, wild tangents, and classic Woody Paige humor in this weekend betting edition of After the Horn.
The Broncos keep winning, but can they keep this up? Tom Green, Ron Zappolo, and Woody Paige debate Sean Payton’s love affair with screen passes, Bo Nix’s uneven play, and whether Denver’s offense can handle what’s coming next — especially with Kansas City looming. Then the conversation turns to baseball, where Game 7 of the World Series delivers an instant classic, and the Rockies’ ownership once again delivers disappointment. Woody, Ron, and Tom unload on Dick Monfort’s leadership, the GM search, and what it would take for Denver to finally become a great baseball town.
Woody Paige, Tom Green, and Ron Zappolo return for another After the Horn: Weekend Betting Edition — breaking down the biggest college and NFL matchups with laughs, insight, and a few wild betting takes. From Vanderbilt’s improbable run to whether the Broncos can survive without Pat Surtain II, the guys bring sharp picks and classic banter.
Three Denver legends. One great guest. Welcome to the show where smart, spirited, no-BS sports talk takes center stage the moment the buzzer sounds. Each week, we bring together iconic voices who’ve lived and breathed Colorado sports history, combining decades of experience, behind-the-scenes stories, and sharp opinions you won’t find anywhere else.
This is more than just hot takes — it’s where history, headlines, and humor collide. From unforgettable Denver sports moments of the past to the biggest storylines unfolding right now, the conversation is always fresh, always honest, and always entertaining. With one special guest joining the roundtable each episode, you’ll get unfiltered insight, spirited debates, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Whether you bleed orange and blue, live for the Avs on the ice, or still remember the glory days at McNichols, this is your go-to destination for sports talk that respects the past while cutting straight to the heart of today’s game.
