Hot Takes with Goodman and Haertl

It's Friday! Luka Dončić suffered a hamstring injury in the Lakers blowout loss to the Thunder last night. What kind of impact will this have on the Western Conference seeding, especially if Luka is out for the rest of the regular season? The Nuggets take on the Spurs tomorrow at Ball Arena and the Avs will be in Dallas. If you could only watch one game, which game would you watch? And which team needs to win the game more? The Rockies have their home opener this afternoon vs. the Phillies. Is the home opener in baseball bigger than the home opener in football, basketball and hockey? Plus, the NCAA Final Four is tomorrow. If UCONN wins their third title in four years, where would that cement Dan Hurley among the all-time great college basketball coaches? Check out a packed Friday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jokić will average a triple-double for second season in a row, but won't win MVP. Difference between awards for athletes and awards for media. Should the Nuggets move Cam Johnson or Peyton Watson and bring LeBron James to Denver? And with as good as Nathan MacKinnon is, does focus on his play pull appreciation from what Cale Makar does for the Avalanche? Check out a Thursday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Troy is back from the NFL owners meetings in Arizona. He gives his top takeaways from being down there and getting the scope of things. What did Sean Payton say about the Broncos activity in free agency? Payton had some things to say about the re-signing of J.K. Dobbins. Plus, Eric and Troy discuss what George Paton said about the trade for Jaylen Waddle as well as Bo Nix trending towards having more power within the organization. Check out a Wednesday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Colorado Avalanche won in dominant fashion last night scoring nine goals, but Cale Makar left the game with an upper-body injury. Is it Cup or bust for the Avs this season? George Paton says the Broncos aren't looking to trade any of their WRs even after bringing Jaylen Waddle to Denver. Is there enough firepower at receiver and running back to help Bo Nix take the next step? Could shortening the length of NBA games help make the league more competitive? Myck Miller joins Eric to tackle it all on this Tuesday morning edition of Hot Takes! Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday morning, Myck Miller fills in for Troy Renck, who is at the NFL owners meetings. The Nuggets beat the Warriors last night with a big second half, but suffered some more injury woes. Is it starting to feel like it is just not the Nuggets year? Nikola Jokić was asked if the Nuggets have another shot at a title this year. How does Jokić compare to other superstars in the league, when factoring in defense? Plus, a longtime NHL insider is reporting that Jared Bednar will get another contract extension, short of a first-round exit. If the Avs get knocked out in the second round, should Bednar get an extension or be fired? Check out a Monday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Myck Miller! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric and Troy debate whether Peyton Watson or Gabriel Landeskog is of more importance to a deep playoff run for the Nuggets/Avalanche. Which team is more talented on paper when both teams are healthy—the Nuggets or the Avalanche? There is clearly pressure on Jared Bednar to win a title, but how much pressure is on Adleman if he has a healthy lineup? Can the Avs improve their power play enough to win a Stanley Cup? Can the Nuggets play strong enough defense to win an NBA title? Plus, NFL.com had an article titled: "Ten best moves of the 2026 NFL offseason.” The Waddle trade didn’t make the list. Should the Broncos trade for Jaylen Waddle be in the Top-5? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets blew out the Trailblazers, as they hold on to the #5 seed in the West. This game also featured the return of Peyton Watson who had missed the last 19 games. Yesterday was also only the 12th time the Nuggets have had a full lineup this season. Will how the Nuggets play defense determine if they win a title? Now that Watson is back, does this make you feel any better heading into the playoffs? Plus, Justin Fields could be named the starting quarterback in 4 straight seasons with 4 different teams, if he starts in Week 1 for Kansas City. Is this an impressive stat or a dubious stat and what would the two teams look like if the Broncos had taken Fields over Surtain in the 2021 draft? Catch another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Colorado Avalanche are in Chicago tonight to take on the Blackhawks and the Nuggets host the Raptors at Ball Arena. Which team has more “must wins” to finish out the regular season—the Avalanche or Nuggets? The Dallas Stars have appeared to be the kryptonite for the Avalanche. So who is the kryptonite for the Nuggets? Would you have more confidence in the Nuggets beating OKC or the Avalanche beating the Stars? If the Nuggets and Avalanche don’t win a title—is this more of a lost season for Jokic or MacKinnon? The CU Buffs football team won’t have a special teams coordinator this season. How will this go for them? Plus, hear Ryan Staub’s comments that reflect poorly on CU’s coaching staff. Catch another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Avalanche and Stars played in another tightly contested hockey game last night and this time, Dallas won in a shootout, 2-1. How worrisome is it that if the Avs play Dallas in the second round, the Avs could get knocked out before reaching the Western Conference Finals? The Nuggets lost to the Grizzlies on the second night of a back-to-back, where Denver had to travel as well. Should it matter what seed the Nuggets get, as long as it's not lower than the #6 seed? Plus, Bleacher Report ranked the Broncos with the 2nd best roster in the league before the Waddle trade. Do the Broncos have a Top-3 or Top-5 roster in the league as it stands right now? The NCAA Tournament starts today. Eric and Troy discuss their interest level in March Madness and past tournament stories. Catch another episode of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos pulled off a BIG move yesterday, trading for Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle. The Broncos gave up a 1st, 3rd, and 4th round pick—while they also get back a 4th round pick back, along with Waddle. How much better will the Broncos offense be with Waddle? Did the Broncos give up too much in this trade? Combining Waddle with Sutton, are they one of the Top-10 duo’s in the league? Who should be happiest about this deal, Nix, Payton, or Davis Webb? Plus, the Nuggets trounced the 76ers at home and the Avs have a pivotal matchup vs. the Stars tonight at Ball Arena. Eric Goodman and Troy Renck dive into all of it on another episode of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets start a favorable part of their schedule over their next 7 games—starting tonight at home against Philly. What would be considered a successful record during this 7-game stretch? Considering the teams they are playing, does this give Adelman a little flexibility to experiment with lineups? Also, should we be worried about David Adelman and the game moving a little too fast for him? Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings are still available in free agency. If the price was right, would you want either of these guys? What about former Saints DT Cameron Jordan? Tune into a Tuesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos are the only team who haven’t made an external move in free agency. Are you more upset, frustrated, or surprised this is the case right now? Is the front office is more upset, frustrated, or content with this situation right now? Should we read anything into George Paton not getting an extension right now? Plus, the Lakers beat the Nuggets on Saturday night, despite Denver coming back from a 17-point deficit, only to blow an 8-point 4th quarter lead. Eric and Troy discuss their main takeaways from the loss. The Nuggets finished with a 2-2 record against the OKC, Rockets, Spurs, and Lakers—is this encouraging or discouraging? Is Cam Johnson making a strong case to continue to be in the starting lineup when Peyton Watson comes back? Check out a Monday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Denver Nuggets got one of their biggest wins of the year last night in San Antonio, beating the Spurs, as Aaron Gordon and Victor Wembanyama did not play. Eric and Troy discuss their biggest takeaways from the win and look at the Western Conference standings and playoff scenarios. The Broncos re-signed WR Lil’ Jordan Humphrey. How do you react to the Broncos being the only team not to make an outside move in free agency? Plus, Eric and Troy get into the Sean Payton/Davis Webb play-calling dynamic as well. Catch a Friday edition of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets earned a blowout win last night at home vs. the Rockets. The defense allowed under 100 points and Denver ran away with the game in the 3rd quarter. Can the Nuggets sustain playing defense like this? It’s only one game—but do you have a better feeling about the Nuggets heading into the playoffs—or is it only one game? David Njoku is reportedly going to be visiting with the Broncos. How much better would you feel about free agency if they signed him? Day three and still no moves for the Broncos in free agency. Do the Broncos deserve the benefit of doubt? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it say about the Broncos that Denver has been quiet in free agency? Also, the Nuggets are getting healthy but slipping in the standings as they prepare for a back-to-back vs 2 Texas playoff teams. The Ravens have pulled out of the Maxx Crosby deal and agreed to terms with Trey Hendrickson. Finally, reacting to Steve Kerr's comments about the length of the NBA season. Make sure to check out rollerauction.com, thesbbar.com, fergusonsheatingandcoolingllc.com, sasquatchcasino.com and smokindavesbbq.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos are running it back—specifically on offense. Is the front office delusional in thinking that running it back will win them a Super Bowl? Is the roster as good as the front office thinks it is? Did the Broncos make the right move not signing any of the free agent RB’s—specifically Etienne? And will the Broncos draft a running back? The Jaguars are reportedly willing to trade WR Brian Thomas Jr. Should the Broncos make a move for him? Also, the Nuggets lost a heartbreaker to the Thunder last night, as SGA hit a late 3-pointer for the win. Do you feel better or worse about the Nuggets after the loss? Even if Gordon remains healthy and Peyton Watson comes back to the line-up, can the Nuggets can win a title? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Broncos were active yesterday, re-signing linebacker Justin Strnad and extending tight end Adam Trautman. Eric and Troy react to these players returning to the team. The NFL Free Agency window is open. What moves will the Broncos make? The Avalanche had a big weekend, getting shootout wins over their division rivals, the Stars and Wild, and also traded for Nazem Kadri at the eleventh hour. Is it Stanley Cup or bust for the Avs? Nuggets take on the Thunder in OKC tonight in the first game between the two teams since Lu Dort’s cheap shot on Nikola Jokic. Do the Nuggets have a chance to win this game, if Jamal Murray doesn’t play? Tune in to a Monday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last night, the Nuggets survived a late rally by the Lakers and won 120-113. Denver won wire-to-wire and made some strides, as Jokic and Murray had solid performances. Nuggets play the Knicks tonight and Aaron Gordon is expected to return to the starting line-up. How different will the team will look with him on the court? Also, the Avalanche have their 3rd line center—as they traded a conditional 1st round pick and a 5th round pick to Toronto for Nicolas Roy. How much does this move the needle on the Avs winning a Cup? The Avalanche and Stars face-off tonight in Dallas. These are the top two teams in the league and they’ve only played once this season—and it was the 3rd game of the year. Is it fair to say this is a measuring stick game for both teams? Finally, ESPN did its annual Top-100 player rankings and no Rockies made the list. Is this surprising at all? Tune in to a Friday episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

According to CBS Sports, Denver is the reason why the Jets used the franchise tag on Breece Hall rather than the transition tag, making sure the Broncos wouldn't get the opportunity to make an offer the NYJ would refuse to match. Will the Broncos possibly overspend to get Kenneth Walker or Travis Etienne Jr.? Could Jarrett Stidham be traded and does Sam Ehlinger feel like the right choice as the new backup? Also, could Denver make a trade for Eagles WR AJ Brown, who has tons of talent, but can carry a bad attitude with him? Finally, Aaron Gordon is nearing his return to the court, as he is targeting a return vs. the Knicks tomorrow night. Is AG the savior the Nuggets need? Catch a Thursday morning edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The free agent running back class has gotten a little thinner, as the Jets are putting the franchise tag on Breece Hall, while the Seahawks will not put the franchise tag on Kenneth Walker. Will Hall’s franchise tag increase the price for Walker, Travis Etienne Jr. and Rico Dowdle —and should the Broncos pay it? Is finding a running back the top priority in free agency for Denver? Also, Russell Wilson was recently on a podcast and he responded verbally for the first time since Sean Payton said that he hoped the Giants wouldn’t replace Wilson with rookie Jaxon Dart. Eric and Troy react to what Wilson said. Finally, Chase Dollander discusses the new direction the Rockies are moving in. Eric Goodman and Troy Renck deliver another episode of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets finally got a win in the clutch last night, beating the Utah Jazz 128-125. Jamal Murray went off for 45 points, including 8 made 3-pointers. Is it hard to give the Nuggets credit for the win, considering they were playing one of the worst teams in the league? The Avalanche won in LA last night, downing the Kings 4-2. Also, could the Avs be looking to make a move, such as finding a solid 3rd line center? Would Naz Kadri or Ryan O'Reilly be realistic trade targets? David Montgomery was traded to the Texans yesterday for a 4th round pick, a 7th round pick and a little used offensive lineman. Should the Broncos have offered this or a little more? Finally, Troy is in Scottsdale for Rockies Spring Training. What's the temperature in the room from the players on how they feel about this season? Eric Goodman and Troy Renck deliver another episode of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nuggets lost both contests over the weekend, losing in overtime in Oklahoma City on Friday night and lost at home to Minnesota yesterday afternoon. How concerning is this…or should we reserve judgement until Gordon and Watson return to the lineup? In the wake of the Lu Dort cheap shot on Nikola Jokic on Friday night, is Nuggets-Thunder now a legitimate rivalry? Plus, should the Broncos sign GM George Paton to a contract extension? And could the Broncos make a trade for Lions RB David Montgomery? Eric Goodman and Troy Renck dive into it all on a Monday version of Hot Takes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.