Justin Michael gives an update on the Mountain West Conference and which teams are proving to be contenders. He also dives into Wednesday’s matchup against New Mexico and explains why the next four games should be a chance for CSU to refine some things against lesser opponents. Finally, Justin talks about the latest verbal commitment for CSU Football, CJ Onyechi,…

DENVER — Colorado State picked up a verbal commitment from a Big 10 transfer on Monday. CJ Onyechi, a 6-foot-1, 250-pound edge rusher out of Rutgers, announced he plans to transfer to Fort Collins for his final season of eligibility.  Going back to 2017, his freshman season with the Scarlet Knights, Onyechi played in 43 total games for Rutgers. During that…...

Justin Michael gives his thoughts on the reports that CSU wide receivers coach Timmy Chang is one of the frontrunners to be hired to take over at the University of Hawaii. Justin explains why it would be a tough spot for the Rams, but also why he’s understand if Chang felt he needed to go back and save his alma…

Justin Michael dives into Colorado State’s 78-42 victory over Tim Miles and the San Jose Spartans. Throughout the podcast Justin breaks down what went well for the Rams and where they still look a little rusty. He also talked about why it was great to see some of the younger guys get an opportunity to shine. Finally, Justin plays audio…

DENVER — Colorado State (13-1, 3-1) took care of business on Saturday, taking down San Jose State (7-7, 0-2) in a 78-42 beatdown. The true road victory is CSU’s first of the 2021-22 campaign and improved their all-time record against the Spartans to 23-0.  SJSU entered the matchup as one of the better 3-point shooting teams in the Mountain West, you…...

DENVER — Saturday’s matchup between Colorado State and San Jose State is not one that you will hear the pundits mention as a game that hoops fans should watch. The Rams (12-1, 2-1) are 22-0 all-time against the Spartans (7-6, 0-1), so despite it being their only scheduled contest this season, it’s not one that typically moves the needle on…...

DENVER — ”Everybody gets whooped every now and then, so we’ll take it on the chin.” Isaiah Stevens was calm and collected while speaking with the media following Saturday’s 79-49 loss to San Diego State. Despite seeing CSU’s 11 game winning streak come to an end in dramatic fashion, Stevens was the same even keeled guy that we’ve become accustomed to…...

DENVER — No. 20 Colorado State moved to 11-0 on Tuesday with a 67-59 victory over the Air Force Falcons (8-5). It was far from the prettiest game that we’ve seen from the Green & Gold, as the Rams were held to about 15 points less than what they produce on average. But Niko Medved’s experienced group was able to…...

Justin Michael begins the podcast by highlighting David Roddy for making the John Wooden Award Watch List. He then gets into the schedule shuffling and how the Rams would have played No. 8 Arizona if the Mountain West didn’t step in, before talking about the implications of the game with the Aztecs. Finally, Justin goes into Becky Hammon being hired…

DENVER — On to the next one.  No. 20 Colorado State (11-0) was originally scheduled to play its first conference road game at Boise State (10-4) on Friday night. However, due to the Broncos being unable to play the matchup and Nevada (7-5) being unable to play their scheduled game at Viejas Arena, the Rams now will play at San…

DENVER — There is no substitute for the real thing.  In the 24 days between games for No. 20 Colorado State (11-0,1-0), the Rams were able to hold just three full practices. That’s what men’s head basketball coach Niko Medved told local reporters following Tuesday night’s 67-59 victory over Air Force.* Never apologize for a win. They all count the same…...

Justin Michael talks about the 11th victory in a row for No. 19/20 Colorado State men’s basketball. Throughout the podcast Justin goes over what the Rams did well and where they need to improve. He talked about how Air Force kept things tight and why it’s no reason to panic. Finally, Justin goes over why it’s so important for CSU…

DENVER — A win is a win.  No. 20 Colorado State entered Tuesday night’s game against Air Force as 21 point favorites. After 24 days between live action, though, the first Mountain West matchup of the 2021-22 campaign ended up being much closer than the oddsmakers anticipated, especially with the Falcons missing four players from the rotation due to COVID-19.  Joe…...

DENVER — Colorado State men’s basketball has put itself in tremendous position. Entering the Mountain West portion of the schedule, the Rams are presently ranked No. 20 in AP Poll and No. 19 in the Coaches Poll.  CSU did not get an opportunity to play against the University of Alabama — a matchup that the Ram faithful were extremely excited about — …...

Justin Michael is joined by Team DNVR Athlete, David Roddy, of CSU Men’s Basketball. Throughout the episode the two discuss the holidays and how the Rams have managed to deal with a difficult situation after such a hot start to the season. Roddy explains what he’s doing differently this time around and what he learned from the Covid pause in…

Justin Michael dives into the 21 greatest moments of the year from the CSU Football and CSU Men’s basketball programs. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!  iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google Play

DENVER — COVID-19 has reared its ugly head and is now throwing a wrench into the college basketball season. Outbreaks across the country are putting programs on pause left and right. And the cancellations are adding up by the day.  No. 21 Colorado State (10-0) is off to a tremendous start on the hardwood this season, having already achieved the second-highest…...

DENVER — Colorado State men’s basketball is currently undefeated (10-0) and ranked No. 21 in both the AP and Coaches Polls. If the Mountain West fails to change its forfeit policy regarding cancellations caused by COVID-19, however, the Rams may record their first loss of the 2021-22 campaign without even stepping on the court.  According to a tweet that has…

DENVER — It’s been all about the offense since Jay Norvell was hired to take over the Colorado State football program. According to a report from Football Scoop on Monday, however, Norvell’s target for defensive coordinator is Freddie Banks (Montana State DC). An inside source has told DNVR that the first-year Bobcats defensive coordinator/defensive backs coach is who Norvell intends to…...