DNVR CSU Rams Podcast

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The daily Colorado State Rams podcast, hosted by credentialed journalists, insiders and analysts. Justin Michael gives you the inside scoop on Jay Norvell, the CSU Rams, and the Mountain West prior to moving to the Pac-12. With appearances from some of your favorite players and coaches and other journalists around the country, DNVR Rams is the No. 1 Rams podcast in the world.

1d ago

Amy Parsons steps down + CSU-USU Preview & more

Justin Michael opens the show with a few thoughts on Amy Parsons stepping down as the President of Colorado State University. Justin then turns his attention to Saturday’s Utah State game being a potential turning for CSU Football. Finally, Justin talks Pac-12 hoops, gives his Week 9 upset picks, an updated Pac-12 Power Ranking & more. 0:00 - Intro3:30 - On this day in CSU history5:39 - CSU stat of the day7:48 - Amy Parsons stepping down as President of CSU23:00 - Game preview/keys to the game34:00 - Upset predictions48:00 - PAC-12 Power Rankings Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Christy Sports: Get 20% off your season rentals when you book online at http://christysports.com/learn/rental-help/dnvrseasonrental.html and use code DNVR20. Must book season rentals online to get the discount.Book by 12/5. Outside is better with expert service and advice in every store. Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
5d ago

Hauss Hejny lights it up in return for CSU — can the Rams keep this up?

Justin Michael reacts to a shootout win for Colorado State over San Diego State this past weekend and a monster performance from quarterback Hauss Hejny in his return. Justin talks about the defense taking baby steps in the right direction and a nearly-perfect offensive performance from the Rams. Finally, Justin sets the scene for the next few weeks. 0:00 - Intro4:03 - Instant reaction to Saturday's win19:46 - Players react to the win34:00 - Biggest takeaways Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 23

CSU Football goes viral again, what Kenny McClendon said + Hauss Hejny’s return

Justin Michael talks about a pivotal stretch of the schedule for Colorado State and a chance for the Rams to potentially get back on track against lesser competition. He sets the scene for the San Diego State game and talks about Hauss Hejny’s return. Justin also dives into the viral Kenny McClendon story and the context people have lacked. Finally, Justin gives an updated Pac-12 power ranking and more. 0:00 - Intro10:10 - On this day in CSU history13:50 - CSU's new defensive coordinator goes viral for sleeping at the athletic facility21:22 - Kenny McClendon addresses concerns about the CSU defensive ahead of Saturday's game41:00 - Preparing for the return of Hauss Hejny Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 19

It’s now or never for the 2026 CSU Rams, mid-way grades & more

Justin Michael reacts to everything we’ve heard from Jim Mora over the past few days, including his thoughts on managing defensive coordinators, as well as Hauss Hejny’s return to the starting lineup. Justin talks about the schedule and how the second half looks a little lighter than the first six weeks. He also gives out mid-season grades for every position group, gives an updated Pac-12 power ranking and more. 0:00 - Intro5:45 - CSU is heading into a must win situation 12:45 - Jim Mora addresses the defensive issues and the QB situation34:00 - Was CSU's schedule tougher than we initially thought? 47:50 - Midway point grades Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 16

CSU embarrassed again in blowout loss to Texas State

Justin Michael breaks down a 66-27 loss at Texas State and another historically awful showing from the Colorado State defense. Justin plays postgame clips of Jim Mora and talks about it’s do-or-die for the Rams going into Week 8. Finally, Justin talks about the fallout of retaining Tyson Summers, an offense that seems to be boom or bust, and an exciting weekend of college football action ahead. 0:00 - Intro2:14 - What went wrong? 22:00 - Unpacking the game piece by piece Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 12

Did the Pac-12 miss out on JMU + what a path to a bowl might look like for the CSU Rams

Justin Michael opens with a few thoughts on the downfall of ESPN’s GameDay before talking about James Madison joining the American Conference and where the Pac-12 goes from here. Justin also talks about what he learned from Jim Mora after practice on Monday morning, previews a tough game at Texas State for the Rams, and lays out what a path to a bowl could realistically look like for Colorado State. 0:00 - Intro2:14 - What's realistic for CSU? 25:00 - OTD in CSU Rams history26:47 - Jim Mora's comments ahead of Thursday matchup37:30 - What does CSU's path to the postseason look like? Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 9

Why the CSU Rams are due for a big leap + 12 bold predictions for year one in the Pac-12

Justin Michael sets the tone for the first year in the new Pac-12 for CSU Men’s Basketball. Justin talks about big expectations for the Rams under Ali Farokhmanesh and a challenging schedule that could produce quite the NCAA Tournament resume. Finally, Justin gives out 12 bold predictions for Colorado State in the 2026-27 season and his preseason power ranking for the league. He also plays clips from a recent interview with Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould, who talks about why CSU is a great fit, what the league is looking for in expansion, the importance of making the CFP and more. Justin and Christin Saez also draft NCAA Tournament teams and give Week 6 upset picks for CFB. 0:00 - Intro4:00 - Previewing the 2026/2027 basketball season21:00 - 12 bold predictions for CSU in year one of the PAC-12 Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 8

How the Jekyll and Hyde CSU Rams can improve over the second half of the season

Justin Michael gives some final thoughts on a dramatic breakup between Jim Mora and Tyson Summers before diving into the good, the bad, and the ugly for CSU Football. Justin talks about a historic offensive pace and some other encouraging trends for the Rams. He also talks about CSU’s abysmal defensive numbers of late. Finally, Justin gives an updated Pac-12 power ranking, talks about Jeff Choate’s blabbermouth and which football team along the Front Range has the most pressure to succeed in 2026. 0:00 - Intro2:00 - Additional thoughts on the Mora/Summers breakup10:10 - On this day in CSU history11:10 - CSU stat of the day23:09 - How the Jekyll and Hyde CSU Rams can improve over the second half of the season41:00 - PAC-12 Power Rankings Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports BALL-KNOWER BONUS/Merch: https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Colorado Soccer Association: Want to get involved? Visit coloradosoccer.org to find a club near you and be part of the future of the game. Wings Credit Union: Bank like a Bronco! visit https://WingsCO.com/DNVR to open an account” Insured by NCUA. Membership required. Account requires associated Wings Broncos debit card. Toyota: Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR. Toyota - Let’s Go Places! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DNVR Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVRSR for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Gametime: Download the app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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4.7

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76 Ratings

Stalwart

Oct 21

98Ram

Up or down, good or bad, I can count on JMike and the DNVR Rams pod for an objective but Ram-centric comprehensive discussion. Even when the Rams are bad, it is still a relaxing break from my daily grind. Proud to be!
J Mike

Feb 26

647294753&3$4

This is the only podcast I know the schedule for and genuinely enjoy coming back to time and time again. Not only is it incredible coverage it’s coming from someone who lives breathes and bleeds green and gold. Always a must listen for me! Proud to be.
Justin Michael is the man

Jan 19

DallasCowboys1993

Justin Michael does an incredible job covering CSU Rams football and basketball. He genuinely loves CSU and gives great insight into the most up to date news within the program. I look forward to tuning in every week.
Best CSU Coverage around

03/27/2025

Kaged13

Justin is as plugged in to CSU Sports as a diehard could want. He shoots it straight and is a must listen to anyone who roots for the Green and Gold.