DNVR CSU Rams Podcast

Justin Michael begins the show by talking about the latest transfer portal additions for CSU Football and where a couple of former Rams are headed next. Justin then gives out grades by position for the 2026 CSU Football transfer portal additions. Finally, he talks about why he feels CSU men’s basketball is struggling, the CFP & more.   0:00 Start 3:57 Denver Broncos and finally beating Josh Allen...

Justin Michael stars the podcast by praising the CSU Football staff for their commitment to establishing relationships with high schools across the state of Colorado. He then talks about big-time recruiting wins for the staff, including linebacker Oumar Diomande, tight end Pearce Spurlin III & more. Finally, Justin talks about a big chance for CSU men’s hoops to respond on the road against Boise S...

Justin Michael starts the podcast by talking about Trey McBride being named a first-team All-Pro before giving a few thoughts on the most shameless winter in college football history. Justin then talks about Brayden Fowler–Nicolosi committing to Michigan before getting into the latest transfer commits for Jim Mora & CSU Football. Finally, Justin talks about an ugly loss in Fresno for CSU men’s bas...

Justin Michael starts the podcast with some thoughts on the College Football Playoff and the Demond Williams debacle. He then gives a transfer portal update and talks about Owen Long committing to ASU, Jordan Ross visiting a rival, and how the transfer class is starting to shape up for CSU Football. He gets into the latest commits, including eight different players from UConn. Finally, Justin talk...

Justin Michael talks about the latest with CSU Football, including his thoughts on the new running backs coach David Hill, as well as the latest transfer commitment, QB Hauss Hejny (Oklahoma State). Justin talks about why Hejny is one of the more intriguing athletes he’s seen the Rams recruit and his extremely high ceiling if things go right. Finally, Justin gets into some of the other transfer po...

Justin Michael begins the show by reacting to the second round of the College Football Playoff. He gives a few thoughts on each game before talking about why he’s starting to miss the BCS era more and more over the years. Justin then transitions to transfer portal needs for CSU Football and the latest staff moves. Finally, Justin talks about the recent struggles for CSU men’s basketball and why th...

Justin Michael gives out five CSU-related predictions for 2026 before giving some thoughts on how the Kyle Jorgensen injury impacts CSU men’s basketball. Justin also sets the scene for a big game against Nevada before being joined by Tyler King of the Denver Gazette to talk about the local college hoops scene. Finally, Justin gives his predictions for the second round of the College Football Playo...

Justin Michael starts the show by talking about Trey McBride’s record-breaking season with the Arizona Cardinals and his growing case to be considered the best modern-era “Next Level Ram”. Justin then gives an update on Jim Mora’s staff and what it’s starting to look like. He also gives a transfer portal update for CSU Football. Finally, Justin explores the highs and lows for Ram fans in 2025 by g...

Justin Michael reflects a little bit on the last year and plays some of his favorite segments from the show in 2025. Topics include the rise of Nique Clifford and CSU men’s basketball upsetting Memphis in the NCAA Tournament. Justin also plays clips from interviews with Ali Farokhmanesh and John Weber.  Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.yout...

Justin Michael begins the show by briefly talking about the transfer portal before diving into the staff being built under Jim Mora. He talks about who the Rams are expected to have as coordinators, and gets into the pros and cons of each. Justin also talks about a massive game against CSU men’s basketball against Utah State before diving into the opening round of the College Football Playoff.   I...

Justin Michael begins the podcast by talking about Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman and why he’s over Diego Pavia. Justin then gets into CSU men’s basketball and his thoughts on a 9-2 non-conference slate. Finally, Justin talks about the new Pac-12 being wide open and power ranks the head coaches of the eight football teams.   Intro: 0:00 Heisman winner: 3:04 Transfer portal news: 5:32 Rams an...

Justin Michael starts the show with a few thoughts on Michigan and a coaching carousel that just won’t seem to end. He then talks about the transfer portal and gives an update on some of the players who have likely played their final game in the Green & Gold. Justin also talks about what comes next for CSU Football and potential options at offensive coordinator for the Rams. Finally, Justin talks...

Justin Michael starts the show with his thoughts on Tad Boyle’s condescending postgame comments after Colorado State men’s basketball beat Colorado on Saturday afternoon. He also plays clips of Ali Farokhmanesh postgame and breaks down what was a thrilling matchup between in-state rivals. Justin then transitions to Jim Mora’s press conference and what stood out from his comments on Saturday. Final...

Justin Michael starts the show by thanking the audience for their support over the last year and how surreal it is to see the show on people’s Spotify Wrapped. Justin then talks about what stood out from Jim Mora’s introductory press conference earlier in the week, plays clips of Mora and more. Finally, Justin recaps the 2026 recruiting class for CSU Football and what he likes about it before clos...

Cyber Monday = Our Best Diehard Deal Ever http://thednvr.com/cyber-youtube   Justin Michael starts the show by giving his thoughts on a chaotic Holiday weekend. He talks about the Lane Kiffin drama and why he hates New Mexico being left out of the Mountain West Championship. Justin also addresses an awkward postgame interaction with Tyson Summers / CSU PR before diving into the Air Force game. Fin...

Justin Michael reacts to Tuesday’s late-night report that Colorado State is hiring Jim Mora Jr. as the next head football coach. Justin talks about Mora’s resume and why the hire feels like a win for the school. He also talks about what Ram fans should keep an eye out for in the coming weeks and what the timeline will look like. Finally, Justin talks about Friday’s Air Force game and a big opportu...

Justin Michael talks about Darius Curry’s spitting incident and the importance of hitting on a quarterback going into the Pac-12. He then makes the case for the 2025 season as the season for CSU Football in the 21st century. Justin gives takeaways from the Boise State game before giving an updated power ranking. Finally, Justin talks CSU men’s basketball and how the team needs to respond from a di...

Justin Michael talks about the Pac-12 media deal and his thoughts on the perception of the future Pac-12 right now. Justin then segways to Darius Curry starting his first career game for CSU Football on Saturday. He talks about what he hopes to see from the young QB against Boise State and the ways the Rams can potentially keep things competitive. Finally, Justin talks about CSU men’s basketball,...

Justin Michael gives his thoughts on the quarterback position for CSU Football after Saturday’s loss to New Mexico. He also talks about the latest nation reports and what they’re saying about the coaching search before giving an updated Mountain West power ranking. Finally, Justin talks about a big-time road win for CSU men’s basketball against Loyola-Chicago.   Intro: 0:00 CSU losses to New Mexic...

Justin Michael starts the show by diving into Jalen Dupree’s decision to elect CSU Football and the flood of transfers that will be leaving the program soon. He then turns his attention to Saturday’s New Mexico game and a historic winning streak over the Lobos that is likely coming to an end. Finally, Justin talks about a great start from CSU men’s hoops and what’s working right now. He gives an u...

Justin Michael starts the podcast by shouting out Trey McBride for another monster performance before diving into another lethargic showing from CSU Football in Saturday’s blowout loss to UNLV. He explains why this season is the most disappointing for the program in the 25 years that he’s followed the program. He also gives an updated Mountain West power ranking. Finally, Justin breaks down anothe...

Justin Michael starts the show by talking about the great years that Trey McBride and Tory Horton are having. He also raises the point that they are debatably the top two players in the league right from out of a Colorado school. Justin then talks about CSU men’s basketball looking sharp in the season opener against Incarnate Word. He gives takeaways from the 98-64 win and plays postgame clips of...

Justin Michael previews the 2025-26 season for Colorado State men’s basketball and gives out 15 predictions for the Rams in the inaugural campaign under Ali Farokhmanesh. He talks about why the team might be undervalued in the preseason and what the path to a third straight NCAA Tournament might look like. Justin then wraps up with some thoughts on Saturday’s football game against UNLV before givi...

Justin Michael begins to preview the Colorado State men’s basketball season and a new era under Ali Farokhmanesh. Justin then plays his interview with Joel Cantalamessa of the RamNation podcast and the two discuss the current state of CSU Football, what they’d like to see in the next head coach and more.   0:00 Start 4:00 Rams on Halloween 8:15 Hoops preview 21:30 Joel Cantalamessa joins the show...

Justin Michael gives his instant reaction and takeaways from a highly disappointing performance from Colorado State against Wyoming. He talks about the Border War struggles being a perfect representation of what the program has become and how sick he is of seeing the Cowboys dominate the rivalry. Justin then transitions to the 2025 coaching carousel and the impact on the college football landscape...