DNVR CSU Rams Podcast

Andre Simone and Justin Michael discuss the current college football landscape and how things appear to be wide open as we move into November. The guys dive into the Heisman race and whether Michael Penix lost the award with a disappointing showing against Arizona State. They also give their midseason predictions for the conference winners and CFB Playoff participants. An ALLCITY Network Productio...

Justin Michael and Andre Simone discuss the midseason awards for CSU Football before setting the scene for Saturday’s showdown with No. 19 Air Force. The guys also give their Week 9 picks and updated power rankings for the Mountain West. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sport...

Justin Michael gives his updated top 25 for college football going into Week 9. He then talks about the Mountain West being wide open and weird as ever. Finally, Justin gives an update on the 2024 recruiting class for CSU Football. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports WIN...

Justin Michael starts the podcast by explaining the similarities between the beginning of the Jim McElwain era (2012-14) and what we've seen from the 2023 Rams under Jay Norvell. He talks about the 2013 run and how it's remembered fondly for the big moments, but there were just as many frustrating setbacks along the way before CSU really got it rolling in 2014. Justin also gives his final takeaway...

Justin Michael and Eric Wedum (D-line) discuss a gut-wrenching loss for the Colorado State Rams in Sin City. The guys talk about a stellar defensive effort being wasted after holding the Rebels to six field goals Saturday night. They talk about a brutal third quarter that allowed UNLV to come back after CSU was up 10 at halftime. They also talk about the inconsistencies that continue to plague the...

Justin Michael and Andre Simone revisit the win over Boise State in the opening segment. The guys discuss what the win means for the program after being bullied by the Broncos for years. They also talk about some of the big-time plays and the stars of the win. In the second segment, the guys set the scene for CSU's trip to UNLV. Finally, Justin and Dre give Week 8 power rankings and picks for the...

Justin Michael dives further into a historic win in Fort Collins for CSU Football. Justin talks about how the Rams rallied around Kennedy McDowell and plays postgame audio from Jack Howell, Tory Horton and Jay Norvell. Justin also explores some of the key areas that allowed CSU to pull off the win. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr...

Justin Michael breaks down Colorado State’s 20-point comeback in their dramatic win over Boise State. Justin talks about the key moments of the game and how the Rams pulled off the historic upset. He also explains why it can be a transformative victory for the program under Jay Norvell. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrspor...

Justin Michael and Andre Simone set the scene for Saturday’s Homecoming matchup between Colorado State and Boise State in Fort Collins. The guys discuss both team’s defensive flaws and dive into what makes each side dangerous. They talk about the star power of the matchup, including Ashton Jeanty, Mohamed Kamara and more. They go over the young quarterbacks and how it could be a factor. They also...

Justin Michael begins by giving his updated top 25 for college football which includes a pair of Mountain West teams. Justin then talks about the key areas where CSU Football can improve this fall. Finally, Justin lays out why CSU still has a realistic path to the postseason despite blowing two road games after establishing double-digit leads. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bi...

Justin Michael and D-Line break down a disastrous night for Colorado State in their conference opener at Utah State. The guys talk about a really ugly night for the passing offense and significant defensive struggles. They talk about what this loss means in the grand scheme of things. And they dive into what needs to change for the Rams to get back on the winning track. An ALLCITY Network Producti...

Justin Michael gives his updated Top 25 before talking about the historical relevance of CSU Football finishing .500 in the non-conference slate. Justin explains how the numbers overwhelmingly prove that finishing .500 or better against non-league opponents translates to finishing .500 or better in the regular season. Justin then dives into five keys for the Rams in their trip to Utah State. Final...

Andre Simone and Jake Schwanitz dive into the biggest draft risers are a thrilling showdown between USC and Colorado in Boulder last weekend. After seeing Caleb Williams' big performance, the guys debate whether he can repeat as a Heisman winner and who his biggest challengers might be. They talk Shedeur Sanders' ascension in the NFL Draft conversation. Finally, they preview the Week 6 action. An...

 Justin Michael is joined by Andre Simone to set the scene for Colorado State’s Mountain West opener against Utah State. The guys start the show by talking about the highs and lows of last week’s win over Utah Tech, and what we’ve learned about the Rams in the non-conference slate as a whole. They then begin to preview Saturday’s matchup against the Rams in Logan. Finally, Justin and Dre wrap up w...

Justin Michael dives back into the Utah Tech victory and gives his postgame takeaways after re-watching the game on Sunday afternoon. Throughout the podcast, Justin plays postgame audio from Jay Norvell, Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi and Tory Horton. He also talks about key second-hall adjustments, the resilience displayed by the Rams under tough conditions, and why there is reason to believe CSU can be...

Justin Michael goes live to break down a wonky Week 5 victory over Utah Tech on Ag Day. He talks about why the first half was disappointing and what the Rams need to clean up. He breaks down an explosive offensive performance, including historic games from Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi and Tory Horton. Justin also explains why he’s encouraged by the resilience that CSU displayed in a weird game with mul...

Andre Simone, Jake Schwanitz and Justin Michael discuss whether the Denver Broncos should tank for Caleb Williams. They also discuss Week 4 standouts in college football and preview the Week 5 slate. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports BUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphb...

Justin Michael and Andre Simone talk about what they've learned about the Colorado State Rams through the first quarter of the 2023 season. The guys talk about CSU's stars shining and whether that's enough to be in contention for the Mountain West Championship. They set the scene for an important Week 5 matchup against Utah Tech. Finally, they give updated MW Power Rankings and picks for Week 5. A...

Justin Michael is joined by Joel Cantalamessa, founder of RamNation.com, to discuss CSU Football's first win of the year. The guys dive into what they liked and didn't like about the road upset. They also talk about expectations for the team and whether their opinion has shifted from the preseason. Finally, the guys talk alternate uniform combos, the stadium experience at Hughes vs. Canvas, and mu...

After re-watching the game on Sunday, Justin Michael talks more about Colorado State's Week 4 victory over Middle Tennessee State and gives additional takeaways from the gritty performance. Justin talks about crucial key moments that allowed the Rams to hang around when they didn't have their "A-game" during the first half. He talks about the adjustments CSU made on both sides of the ball in the s...

Justin Michael breaks down CSU's gritty road upset over MTSU. Justin talks explains what he liked about the performance and where the Rams need to clean things up. But on a night where the Rams very easily could have fallen flat on the road, Justin explains why this win was so encouraging for the future of the program. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1   ALL THINGS...

Justin Michael is joined by Nate Kreckman of Altitude Radio to talk about what he's seen from the Colorado State Rams in 2023. Nate talks about the growth he's seen and why there's reason to believe this can be in the mix in the Mountain West. He also talks about why letting one slip away in Boulder is so painful and how this week's trip to MTSU will be a massive test for the program. An ALLCITY N...

Justin Michael and Jake Schwanitz join Andre Simone in the DNVR Studio to discuss the latest in the college football world. The guys talk Georgia and whether they think the Bulldogs have slipped at all this season. They debate whether Colorado should have dropped a spot in the rankings after a tight loss to CSU. They give an update on some of the top prospects and who the Denver Broncos could targ...

Justin Michael and Andre Simone set the scene for Colorado State's Week 4 trip to Middle Tennessee State. The guys then discuss recent reports of the Mountain West and Pac-12 conferences exploring relegation as an option for the leagues moving forward. Finally, Justin and Andre give their Week 4 picks for the Mountain West. Justin also gives his updated power rankings for the league. An ALLCITY Ne...

Justin Michael breaks down a heartbreaking loss to the Colorado Buffaloes in Boulder. He talks about why this loss was so heartbreaking & the things that Ram fans will look back on in frustration. Justin also explains why he’s so encouraged by the heart CSU displayed though, and the direction of the football program. Justin is then joined by D-line to get his thoughts on a crazy night in Boulder....