The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Where Colin was Right / Where Colin was Wrong, The Herd Hierarchy, Former Patriots WR & Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman stops by, a Playoff QB Draft, and Colin's Blazing 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Colin reacts to the Chargers beating the Broncos on Thursday Night Football!  (4:00) He tips his cap to Justin Herbert for an elite performance, but also gives kudos to Sean Payton and the Broncos for exceeding expectations this season. He also weighs in on the firestorm he started with his rant about the changes the NBA needs to make in the face of declining TV ratings (12:00).   Then, he does a deep dive on the Chicago Bears, calls them a “broken franchise” and has the perfect coach in mind to fix them (21:45). He also reviews the terrific 2024 class of rookie quarterbacks and why the quarterback talent entering the league has closed the gap between the “haves” and “have not’s” (32:00). Finally, Chad Millman of “The Favorites” podcast, joins Colin for a round of “Sharp or Square,” to help provide Colin with the sharpest betting advice for week 16 of the NFL slate plus the College Football Playoff! 43:30- Texans vs Chiefs 45:00 - Steelers vs Ravens 47:30 - 49ers vs Dolphins 48:45 - Colts vs Titans 51:45 - Bears vs Lions 54:15 - Rams vs Jets 56:30 - Packers vs Saints 59:30 - Bills vs Patriots 1:06:00  - Indiana vs Notre Dame 1:08:30 - Texas vs Clemson 1:10:30 - Ohio State vs Tennessee 1:13:15 - Transfer portal hurting depth at blue chip programs 1:18:00 - Chad’s Favorite NFL Bets Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the weekend with an instant reaction to the ND-IU game and how Notre Dame was in a class of their own as they took care of business against Indiana. Later, John has a massive weekend mailbag. He answers your questions during today's podcast.   Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK with his latest reaction to the UFC & MMA world, giving his take on Colby Covington being called out by Jon Jones, Belal Muhammad, Kamaru Usman, and others after his TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley. DC thinks Colby is “IN DANGER” after continuing to play the villain in spite of losing fights in the UFC. Cormier goes through Colby’s recent beef with Jones and Jon mocking Covington for losing in front of Donald Trump. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R ask Monse if the Clippers will ever be cool, as Rich noticed multiple team logos! Several NFL QBs have given their O-Lines luxurious holiday gifts.. is it a contest? Callers from all over the country weigh-in. 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK' hooks you up! Is there a bold strategy by Tyson Fury? 'CHIPOTLE WORKER OR NFL PLAYER' has a Swiggy on the line! Plus, 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!'  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin hopes people finally recognize how talented Justin Herbert is after his impressive performance against the Broncos in the Chargers second half comeback on Thursday night. He gives his best NFL bets for week 16. Plus, longtime college football head coach Dan Mullen joins the show to preview the start of the College Football Playoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to the Chargers win over the Broncos on Thursday Night Football and his belief in both teams in the playoffs. NFL reporter Jordan Schultz joins the show to talk about the upcoming weekend of NFL action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blazing 5 picks. New UNLV football head coach Dan Mullen joins Colin to talk about the College Football Playoffs and his new job. Issues continue for the NBA as Colin believes the woes will continue to escalate in the years to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL lineman and analyst Brian Baldinger joins to discuss what he's seeing on film for several NFL teams. Tomorrow's headlines today as Colin and JMac make their picks for the College Football Playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the podcast reacting to the Chargers taking down the Broncos in an exciting Thursday Night Game. John talks about how impressive Justin Herbert is and how people seem to always forget that Herbert is in the group of the best QB's in the NFL. He also talks about how well Denver looked despite losing the game. Later, John dives into the latest with Woody Johnson and how him making decisions based on Madden Ratings isn't as crazy as you might think. Lastly, the College Football Playoff is here and John Middlekauff is joined by ⁠ The Action Network sports betting expert, Stuckey, to share their best bets for the CFP and Week 16 in the NFL. The fellas start the show giving their picks for the first round of the CFP: Indiana-Notre Dame, SMU-Penn State, Clemson-Texas, and Tennessee-Ohio State. Finally, the guys give their NFL Week 16 bets: Texans-Chiefs, Steelers-Ravens, 49ers-Dolphins, and Rams-Jets. 6:11 - Thursday Night Football Reaction 32:48 - Woody Johnson and the Madden ratings 41:31 - Fugazi Friday 49:31 - Stuckey Interview Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to the Chargers beating the Broncos on Thursday Night Football!  (4:00) He tips his cap to Justin Herbert for an elite performance, but also gives kudos to Sean Payton and the Broncos for exceeding expectations this season. He also weighs in on the firestorm he started with his rant about the changes the NBA needs to make in the face of declining TV ratings (12:00)  Chad Millman, host of “The Favorites” podcast, joins Colin for a round of “Sharp or Square,” to help provide Colin with the sharpest betting advice for week 16 of the NFL slate plus the College Football Playoff! 23;00- Texans vs Chiefs 25:15 - Steelers vs Ravens 27:45 - 49ers vs Dolphins 29:00 - Colts vs Titans 32:00 - Bears vs Lions 34:30 - Rams vs Jets 36:45 - Packers vs Saints 39:45 - Bills vs Patriots 56:30  - Indiana vs Notre Dame 59:00 - Texas vs Clemson 1:01:30 - Ohio State vs Tennessee 1:04:00 - Transfer portal hurting depth at blue chip programs 1:06:00 - Chad’s Favorite NFL Bets Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  In today’s episode, we have Penny Hardaway, a four-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, and head coach at the University of Memphis. He joins Draymond Green and Baron Davis to discuss playing against Michael Jordan, his top five point guards, and how he found out Shaq was leaving the Magic. They compare the 1996 Olympic team to the legendary 1992 Dream Team and talk about the best ball handlers in the league, including Steph Curry’s impact. Penny shares his insights on college recruiting and overcoming injuries. He aims to coach in the NBA, particularly with Memphis and hopes to leave a lasting legacy. Finally, they talk about his alter-ego, Lil Penny, and his desire to become an NBA head coach. 4:00 -  Start 16:45 - NBA Draft workout w/ Warriors & Magic 20:15 - Facing Michael Jordan 23:15 -  GOAT Conversation 27:00 -  Penny’s Signature Move 32:00 - 1996 Olympic Team 35:00 -  Coaching NIL Era 50:00 -  Shaq Leaving the Magic 53:00 -  Biggest What if 57:30 -  Baron vs Penny 1:00:15 - Magic Jersey Retired  1:03:00 - Is Steph Curry a Point Guard? 1:13:00 -  Current Orlando Magic Upside 1:17:00 - Coaching in the NBA in the Future 1:19:30 - 1-cent logo 1:21:00 -  Creation of Lil Penny  1:23:30 Top 5 Point Guards Ever (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R bring the fun, with the greatest Randy of all-time & unwrapping mayhem! Do you have Aaron Rodgers fatigue? The guys discuss that & the beef Rodgers and a TV host have! 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS' honors Brad Pitt's 61st Bday! A ton of calls for their Old-School topic of the week, the all-time sex symbols of our generation. Plus, 'RICH'S SOLAR POWER PARLAY' has CFB 1st Round AND NFL bets, along with Broncos/Chargers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weather outside is frightful, but the bets are so delightful as Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to talk NFL Week 16. Together they discuss an underdog spot for Mike Tomlin, the Carolina Panthers in a foxhole, and yet another perplexing game for the New York Jets. Plus, we hear their boosted moneyline underdog parlay courtesy of bet365, their Big Balls Bet of the Week presented by Tommy John, and so much more.  And as a reminder, The Favorites $100K Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest is underway! Presented by bet365, this totally free-to-play contest has over $100,000 in cash prizes up for grabs to our listeners this NFL season. Just visit  Favorites.ActionNetwork.com to sign up for free and make your picks today. #Volume  #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to a damaging report about the dysfunction within the Jets organization led by their owner Woody Johnson. He talks to Greg Cosell from NFL Films who explains why Bills QB Josh Allen has the best traits in the league right now. Colin and J-Mac faceoff in a playoff QB draft with a shocking selection going number 1 overallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to a damaging report about the dysfunction within the Jets organization led by their owner Woody Johnson The Eagles have the best players in the league but their drama should be concerning  Thoughts on Kirk Cousins and Brock PurdySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's up to the NBA to make their product better Colin talks to Greg Cosell from NFL Films who explains why Bills QB Josh Allen has the best traits in the league right nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Klatt joins The Herd to talk about this season in college football and the College Football Playoff Colin and J-Mac faceoff in a playoff QB draft with a shocking selection going number 1 overallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the podcast reacting to the news of the day that saw the Falcons bench Kirk Cousins and are turning to Michael Penix as their new starter. John talks about what might be next for Cousins and why the Falcons decided to make the move now. Next, John talks about the relationship between coaches and ownership, and the importance of coaches having freedom to make decisions. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:30 - Falcons bench Cousin 32:48 - News and Notes around the league 18:31 - Coaches/GMs and owners 36:31 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman interviews Seattle Seahawks star defensive lineman Leonard Williams. They discuss Seattle's recent loss to Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers, a game that Seahawks QB Geno Smith left with an injury, as well as their upcoming matchup with Sam Darnold and the 12-2 Minnesota Vikings. Leonard tells Sherm about his journey from getting drafted by the New York Jets, to then being traded across town to the New York Giants, and then finally landing in Seattle where he's playing like an NFL All-Pro. Sherm asks about the changes Mike Macdonald made coming out of the bye week that helped turn Seattle's season around, the impact of Ernest Jones and Tyrice Knight have had on the Seahawks defense, and how long Leonard plans to play in the NFL.#volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.