Orlando & Sandy
1,488 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 37 ratingsA second-round draft pick of the Broncos in 2011 out of the University of Miami, Orlando Franklin played seven seasons in the NFL as a starting offensive lineman for Denver and the San Diego Chargers. Franklin’s unique journey to the NFL began in Jamaica, where he was born, then shifted to Toronto, Canada, where he was raised, and eventually landing in Florida, where he attended high school. During his time with the Broncos, Franklin had a weekly player show with Sandy Clough on 104.3 The Fan, whom he now joins every weekday, providing analysis on his former team.
For nearly four decades, Clough has been the leading authority on sports radio in the Mile High City. His experience and insights are second to none, something he brings to the airwaves in a style that is unequivocally his own. Together, Franklin and Clough form a unique team of differing perspectives and unmatched credibility when it comes to Broncos football.
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Episodes
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.28.19
October 28, 2019 18:25 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBIn the third hour Sandy asks who should be accountable for a 2-6 Broncos start. Sandy responds to listener comments about yesterday's loss to the Colts. Sandy picks a goat of the game and wraps up discussion on the 15-13 heartbreaking loss.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.28.19
October 28, 2019 18:22 - 34 minutes - 16 MBIn the second hour Sandy reacts to some of Vic Fangio's postgame comments after a 15-13 loss to the Colts. Sandy breaks down Joe Flacco's comments and discusses who exactly they're directed at. Sandy asks what trades are on the horizon now that the Broncos are effectively out of it this season.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.28.19
October 28, 2019 18:18 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBIn the first hour Sandy reacts to another heartbreaking Broncos loss. Sandy asks why the Broncos still can't figure out how to finish a football game. Sandy reacts to Joe Flacco's postgame comments about being more aggressive in playcalling and says Joe was right on with what he said.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.25.19
October 25, 2019 18:03 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy break down the biggest games of the NFL weekend. Bob Kravitz of the Athletic in Indianapolis joins the show to help preview Broncos vs Colts. The guys pick an X-factor for the Broncos that will be the key to getting a win on Sunday. Sandy and Big O give their final game predictions.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.25.19
October 25, 2019 17:22 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy go over the things working for and against the Broncos in their game this weekend. The guys give their expectations on both offense and defense to get a win. Sandy and Big O diagnose the issues with the Broncos special teams unit. The guys take a look at some of the other big NFL games this weekend.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.25.19
October 25, 2019 17:22 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy recap the Thursday Football matchup between the Vikings and Redskins. Bob Kravitz of the Athletic in Indianapolis joins the show to help preview Broncos vs Colts. The guys react to some of Vic Fangio's comments from yesterday on the plans for Ju'Wuan James and the offensive line. Nicki Jhabvala, our Broncos insider from the Athletic, joins the show.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.24.19
October 24, 2019 18:03 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy discuss Joe Flacco's demeanor and Big O says the Broncos QB needs to adjust his body language. The guys ask whether or not Courtland Sutton is ready to be considered a number one WR. Sandy and Big O break down the latest Athletic article on the identity of the Broncos.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.24.19
October 24, 2019 17:50 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy discuss their biggest concerns in the Broncos upcoming matchup against the Colts. The guys get to know Indianapolis' 5 biggest weapons. Sandy and Big O break react to Vic Fangio's comments on how he'll play the offensive line now that Ju'Wuan James is healthy. The guys take a look at the Football Outsiders projections for playoff chances and draft picks.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.24.19
October 24, 2019 17:49 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to last night's Nuggets win in their season opener against the Blazers. The guys respond to some of Vic Fangio's comments about the Emmanuel Sanders trade, the young wide receivers left on the team, and the decision to keep the IR guys from practicing. Sandy and Big O start to preview Sunday's Broncos/Colts matchup.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.23.19
October 23, 2019 18:07 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy continue to discuss the idea of Garret Bolles being benched. Big O says Joe Flacco should hold a large chunk of the blame on the offense's struggles. NHL Network's Stu Grimson joins the show. The guys go over some of the big storylines from around the rest of the NFL.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.23.19
October 23, 2019 17:35 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy take a look at where 4 national publications have the Broncos in their power rankings. The guys discuss the Broncos chances of bouncing back from a brutal loss to the Chiefs last Thursday. Big O says it's time for Garret Bolles to hit the bench with the expected return of Ju'wuan James. 1043thefan.com's Cecil Lammey joins the show.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.23.19
October 23, 2019 17:34 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to yesterday's Emmanuel Sanders trade. The guys point out some interesting comments from John Elway's post trade conference call. Sandy and Big O hear from Justin Simmons and Chris Harris on how trade rumors are affecting the locker room. Adrian Dater, our Avs insider, joins the show.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.22.19
October 22, 2019 18:08 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy debate which model the Broncos need to follow in their rebuilding process. The guys discuss the time frame we should expect to wait before the Broncos are contending again. Sandy and Big O preview the World Series. Justin Simmons and Chris Harris speak to the media live from Dove Valley.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.22.19
October 22, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy discuss the Broncos core players heading into the next few years. The guys talk QBs and which of the 2020 prospects would make the most sense in Denver. Sandy and Big O preview the Nuggets season which starts tomorrow night.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.22.19
October 22, 2019 16:48 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy break down last night's Monday Night Football matchup and ask why Vic Fangio can't be a hands on coach like Bill Belichick. The guys discuss the Avs first regulation loss and the Mikko Rantanen injury. Sandy and Big O talk Broncos trades and what could happen in the locker room if guys like Emmanuel Sanders and Chris Harris are sent elsewhere.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.21.19
October 21, 2019 18:07 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy discuss a 1043thefan.com article that presents a 5 step organizational rebuild to fix the Broncos problems. The guys take a look around the rest of the NFL weekend. Big O says he still thinks the Broncos defense is top 8 in the league.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.21.19
October 21, 2019 17:09 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy debate when will be the right time to bring back Drew Lock and place him into the lineup as the starting QB. Big O says the Broncos will be making a mistake if they don’t start Lock as soon as he's available. The guys discuss the future of the organization and what it will take to get things going back in the right direction for the franchise.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.21.19
October 21, 2019 17:07 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy discuss some of the big NFL games from the weekend. The guys break down the latest report that the Broncos are fielding offers for Emmanuel Sanders and will likely trade him by next week's deadline. Big O says it's great that the Broncos are finally admitting to a rebuild.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.18.19
October 18, 2019 18:13 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy react to fans comments on the Broncos 30-6 loss to the Chiefs. The guys discuss the short and long-term future of the Broncos front office. Sandy and Big O pick a goat of the game to shoulder the blame for the devastating loss.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.18.19
October 18, 2019 17:19 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy continue to break down the Broncos 30-6 loss to the Chiefs. Big O gives his highs and lows from the game. The guys discuss the biggest issues with the Broncos offense and whether or not there's a way to fix them this year. Big O calls out Rich Scangarello and Garret Bolles.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.18.19
October 18, 2019 17:19 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to an ugly Broncos loss to the Chiefs. Nicki Jhabvala of the Athletic joins the show. The guys react to some of Vic Fangio's postgame comments about the awful performance of the offense and the complete loss of momentum after a TD on the Broncos opening drive.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.17.19
October 17, 2019 18:04 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy discuss former Broncos QB Brock Osweiler's retirement announcement yesterday. The guys debate which Broncos player needs to have a big game to ensure a win over the Chiefs tonight. Sandy and Big O give the position group their most confident in and most concerned about this week. The guys give their final game prediction.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.17.19
October 17, 2019 17:30 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy take a look at an NFL.com list of the 5 unluckiest teams in the league this year. The guys go over the Broncos pluses and minuses heading into tonight’s game against the Chiefs. Sandy and Big O dive into what the offense and defense need to do specifically to knock off Kansas City this week.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.17.19
October 17, 2019 17:28 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy preview tonight's Broncos/Chiefs matchup. The guys discuss their confidence level in the game with all the Kansas City injuries and a short week to prepare. Sean Salisbury joins the show. The guys debate whether or not a win tonight puts the Broncos back in the playoff picture.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.16.19
October 16, 2019 18:06 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy give their biggest concern about the Broncos matchup against the Chiefs. The guys debate whether or not Broncos/Chiefs is still a true rivalry. Sandy and Big O discuss some of the other big storylines from around the NFL including the Jalen Ramsey trade and the officiating epidemic.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.16.19
October 16, 2019 17:33 - 32 minutes - 15 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy discuss the defensive gameplan for the Broncos as they face the Chiefs tomorrow. The guys go over the latest NFL power rankings from 4 national publications and where they have the Broncos ranked. 1043thefan.com's Cecil Lammey joins the show. The guys diagnose the Broncos biggest weakness.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.16.19
October 16, 2019 16:34 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy discuss their confidence level in the Broncos heading into tomorrow night's game against the Chiefs. The guys react to some of Vic Fangio's comments about the matchup with Kansas City. Sandy and Big O break down the keys to stopping Patrick Mahomes. Adrian Dater, our Avs insider, joins the show.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.15.19
October 15, 2019 18:16 - 41 minutes - 19.3 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy look ahead to Thursday's matchup with the Chiefs. 1043thefan.com's James Merilatt joins the show. The guys go through some of the big storylines of the day in the NFL. Coach Fangio and a collection of Broncos players speak from the podium at Dove Valley.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.15.19
October 15, 2019 17:03 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy ask whether this is the best or worst time to be facing the Chiefs. The guys discuss Andy Reid's tenure as Chiefs coach and the benefits and struggles he brings to that organization. Sandy and Big O respond to Vic Fangio's comments about the importance of the team playing with a lead. The guys break down the challenge the Broncos secondary will face on Thursday.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.15.19
October 15, 2019 16:13 - 37 minutes - 17 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to the controversy in last night's Monday Night Football matchup. The guys break down some of Vic Fangio's comments from yesterday on facing the Chiefs and their QB Pat Mahomes. Sandy and Big O discuss the enigma that is Andy Reid's coaching career and debate whether it would actually make sense for Kansas City to rest Mahomes this week after he aggravated his nagging ankle injury.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.14.19
October 14, 2019 18:05 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy take a look at some of the other big storylines from the NFL this weekend. The guys discuss Courtland Sutton's progression and ask if he's on the verge of becoming a superstar. Sandy and Big O give out their game ball for the Broncos win over the Titans. The guys look ahead to Thursday's matchup with the Chiefs.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.14.19
October 14, 2019 17:07 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy continue to break down the Broncos win over the Titans. Big O gives his highs and lows from the game. The guys discuss the Broncos offensive issues and react to Joe Flacco's comments on the struggles coming from some self-inflicted wounds. Sandy and Big O ask whether the Broncos defensive performance over the last 2 weeks is sustainable.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.14.19
October 14, 2019 16:20 - 34 minutes - 16 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to the Broncos second straight win. The guys respond to Vic Fangio's postgame comments about the defense. Sandy and Big O discuss the coaching staff and how much they've grown in the past few weeks. Arnie Stapleton of the AP joins the show to break down the 16-0 Broncos win over the Titans.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.11.19
October 11, 2019 18:09 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy discuss the relationship between Von Miller and Vic Fangio in more detail after hearing from Von himself yesterday. The guys discuss Rich Scangarello's playcalling script and react to his comments from yesterday. Sandy and Big O pick their player that needs to have a big game to ensure a Broncos win and give their final game predictions.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.11.19
October 11, 2019 17:56 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy give their Broncos plus and minuses heading into Sunday's matchup with the Titans. Pro Football Hall of Fame CEO and President David Baker joins the show. The guys discuss both sides of the ball for the Broncos and what they need to do Sunday to pick up a 2nd straight win.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.11.19
October 11, 2019 16:12 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to last night's Thursday Night Football matchup and the Avs big win over the Bruins. The guys break down some of Vic Fangio's comments from yesterday on Ju'Wuan James' health and Marcus Mariota's effect on the Titans offense. Our Broncos insider, Nicki Jhabvala from the Athletic, joins the show.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.10.19
October 10, 2019 18:09 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy break down tonight's Thursday Night Football matchup and discuss the Broncos potential playoff chances based on the latest Football Outsiders projections. The guys discuss the injury situation and who the Broncos should bring off IR once they’re eligible to practice next week. Pro Football Hall of Fame President and CEO, David Baker, joins the show in advance of the ring ceremony for Champ Bailey and Mr. B on Sunday.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.10.19
October 10, 2019 17:13 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy discuss how Vic Fangio is handling Von Miller behind the scenes. The guys look deeper at the Broncos matchup this weekend against the Titans. Sandy and Big O share their biggest concerns for the game on Sunday. Orlando evaluates what he’s seen from the Broncos O-line and the guys react to Joe Flacco and Phillip Lindsay's comments on their blockers.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.10.19
October 10, 2019 16:16 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy share their first impressions of the Broncos next opponent. The guys react to some of Vic Fangio's comments from yesterday. Sean Salisbury joins the show to break down the relationship between Fangio and his players and provide some insight into how the Broncos offense can be more consistent.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.09.19
October 09, 2019 18:08 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy start to preview the upcoming Broncos matchup with the Titans. 1043thefan.com's Cecil Lammey joins the show. The guys discuss Phillip Lindsay's importance to the offense and debate whether or not he should be used more.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.09.19
October 09, 2019 17:06 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy talk about where the Broncos sit in multiple national publications' power rankings. The guys discuss a potential Emmanuel Sanders trade proposed by ESPN's Bill Barnwell. Our Avs insider, Adrian Dater, joins the show. The guys break down some of the other big NFL stories this week.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.09.19
October 09, 2019 17:02 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to the Nuggets preseason opener against the Trailblazers last night. The guys discuss comments from Devante Bausby yesterday about his injury and how he was fully paralyzed for 30 minutes after being hit by Alexander Johnson on Sunday. Sandy and Big O break down some of the things Emmanuel Sanders had to say in his press conference yesterday about his usage in the offense and how similar the Broncos O is to the 49ers.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.08.19
October 08, 2019 18:03 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy continue to diagnose the Broncos 3rd quarter and special teams woes. 1043thefan.com's James Merilatt joins the show. The guys hear from Emmanuel Sanders and Kareem Jackson live at Dove Valley.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.08.19
October 08, 2019 17:17 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy focus on Vic Fangio's first win and ask whether it changes their opinion on the first year head coach. The guys discuss the Broncos 3rd quarter offense problem and how to fix the issue.Sandy and Big O diagnose the Broncos special teams issues and ask if they're past the point of fixing.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.08.19
October 08, 2019 16:39 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy react to what they saw last night in the Monday Night Football matchup between the 49ers and Browns. The guys respond to some of Vic Fangio's comments yesterday about the team's injury issues, Kareem Jackson, and the improved pass rush against the Chargers. Sandy and Big O discuss Vic Fangio's relationship with Von Miller and whether or not the coach took another shot at his star player yesterday.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.07.19
October 07, 2019 18:07 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBIn the third hour Orlando and Sandy react to postgame audio from Vic Fangio, Von Miller, and Dalton Risner after the Broncos 20-13 win. The guys discuss some of the other big storylines from around the NFL this weekend. Sandy and Big O give out their game ball to the best Broncos player yesterday.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.07.19
October 07, 2019 17:01 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBIn the second hour Orlando and Sandy continue to react to the Broncos 20-13 win. Big O gives his Hi's and Low's from the game. The guys discuss whether or not the win changes the trajectory of the Broncos this year. Sandy and Big O give credit to the coaching staff for keeping the locker room from completely imploding after their 0-4 start.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 1 | 10.07.19
October 07, 2019 16:49 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBIn the first hour Orlando and Sandy recap the Broncos first win of the year, 20-13 over the Chargers. The guys discuss whether they thought the Broncos would hold on down the stretch based on past performances and what changed to fix the defense. Sandy and Big O react to Vic Fangio's postgame comments about the victory.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 3 | 10.04.19
October 04, 2019 18:03 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBIn the third hour, Orlando and Sandy discuss the other big NFL games to watch this weekend. The guys debate whether or not Von Miller's unwillingness to answer a question about his short press conference last week matters or not. Sandy and Big O pick a player that needs to have a big game to help ensure a Broncos win. The guys make their final predictions for Broncos/Chargers on Sunday.
Orlando and Sandy | Hour 2 | 10.04.19
October 04, 2019 17:22 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBIn the second hour, Orlando and Sandy discuss Broncos pluses and minuses heading into Sunday's matchup with the Chargers. The guys respond to former NFL QB Steve Young's comments on not hiring defensive minded coaches as a head coach in today's NFL. Sandy and Big O debate whether or not the interior of the Broncos defense has enough talent to be good against the run.