The Herd with Colin Cowherd

College football reaction is presented by JLab! After beating Texas A&M to close out their season, Colin has a LOT of thoughts on the USC Trojans! He breaks down the bright spots and needs on the roster and explains why the program needs to hire a GM that isn’t one of Lincoln Riley’s “guys”. He identifies positions of need where USC needs to work hard at recruiting, and looks ahead to their 2025 season! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) 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 by answering your questions in this episode's massive mailbag. John dives into what the Bears should do if they want to actually succeed, should the Steelers move on from Tomlin, what should the Broncos focus on in the draft, and much more. 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.

Colin’s top takes of the week! He starts by extending his sympathy to Caleb Williams who has obvious talent but can’t overcome the disaster that is the Chicago Bears franchise (3:45). He also argues that the NBA needs to make major changes in order to win back fans in an era of declining ratings (10:15). Then he dives into the unique advantage the Green Bay Packers have by not having an owner and why that’s resulted in long term success and good decision making (11:15). Then, Chad Millman, Chief Content Officer of the Action Network and 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 17 of the NFL slate, plus the College Football Playoff 26:00- Blowouts in first round of College Football Playoff 28:15 - Broncos vs Bengals 30:30 - Saints vs Raiders 28:00 - Falcons vs Commanders 34:30 - Bills vs Jets 36:45 - Panthers vs Buccaneers 39:00 - Ohio State vs Oregon 50:45 - Cardinals vs Rams 53:45 - Chad’s Biggest Whif/Hit Of The Year 57:15 - Chargers vs Patriots (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reflects on Caleb Williams' performance last night between the Bears and Seahawks explaining he needs an offensive minded coach to help him raise to stardom. Mike McCarthy may have just saved his job in Dallas. Sirianni has shown he can't control his emotions on the sidelines. Plus, the NBA needs to change something fast to save their franchise. Colin also gives you his Friday edition of "Blazing 5" picks and Jason McIntyre's "Tomorrows Headlines Today!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin discusses Thursday Night Football and the disaster of the Chicago Bears season, with focus on how quarterback Caleb Williams has performed. With an expiring contract, Mike McCarthy's future as the Dallas Cowboys head coach is in question. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL coach Dave Wannstedt talks about the Bears job opening and Ohio State's matchup against Oregon in the College Football Playoffs, plus Tomorrow's Headlines Today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin hands out his Blazing Five picks for the penultimate weekend of NFL football. Former NFL head coach Eric Mangini joins the show to discuss the issues surrounding multiple teams, including the Chicago Bears. Too many NFL teams are playing too many games in too few days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CHECK OUT Daniel Cormier's craziest moments on the channel from 2024! Some of the wildest moments on the show from the year include Nate Diaz calling DC b***h, DC calling out Ben Askren on Funky and the Champ, and hilarious clips from his fighter interviews! Khamzat Chimaev, Islam Makhachvev, Shavkat Rakhmonov, Alex Pereira and so many more UFC stars make their way in DC's wildest moments of 2024. Check it out! #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to the “unwatchable mess” that resulted in a 6-3 win for the Seahawks over the Bears on Thursday Night Football. He extends his sympathy to Caleb Williams who has obvious talent but can’t overcome the disaster that is the Chicago Bears franchise (3:45). He also argues that the NBA needs to make major changes in order to win back fans in an era of declining ratings (10:15). Then, Chad Millman, Chief Content Officer of the Action Network and 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 17 of the NFL slate, plus the College Football Playoff Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd 22:00- Blowouts in first round of College Football Playoff 24:15 - Broncos vs Bengals 26:30 - Saints vs Raiders 28:00 - Falcons vs Commanders 30:30 - Bills vs Jets 32:45 - Panthers vs Buccaneers 35:00 - Ohio State vs Oregon 41:45 - Cardinals vs Rams 44:45 - Chad’s Biggest Whif/Hit Of The Year 48:15 - Chargers vs Patriots Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin discusses the journey of the Chiefs this season as they locked up the #1 seed in the AFC and why they are in prime position to win a 3rd straight Super Bowl. He reacts to LeBron James and the Lakers getting a narrow win over Steph Curry and the Warriors and the reality of the NBA getting carried by these 2 aging superstars. Plus, Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to break down Sam Darnold's resurgent season with the Vikings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to the Chiefs and Ravens winning on Christmas Day Colin gives the reality of the NBA being carried by 2 aging superstars, as the Lakers beat the Warriors on Christmas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Cosell of NFL Films breaks down the keys to Sam Darnold's resurgence in Minnesota The Jets need to keep Aaron Rodgers to contend next season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks Week 17 with Senior NFL Insider for The Athletic Dianna Russini Pat Riley sets the record straight on Jimmy Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the Christmas games on Netflix. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens steam roll C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans. John explains that if Lamar wins a third MVP, that the pressure is going to be on him even more to win a Super Bowl. Next, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have gotten their swagger back and clinch the #1 overall seed in the AFC with a road win against a Steeler team that is leaking oil. Plus more insights around the NFL this week. 3:04 - Netflix and the NFL 7:59 - Is Lamar Jackson the MVP? 12:34 - Ravens path to the Super Bowl 15:08 - Chiefs got their swagger back 28:01 - Steelers and Texans are leaking oil 37:09 - Packers clinch playoff berth 45:12 - Pete Carroll interested in Bears job 50:19 - Kids and technology 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.

Here are some of the best moments from Covino & Rich this past year and beyond! This was the special holiday hour that aired on FSR! Join the C&R Show again LIVE on Thursday, 9am - Noon ET, in for the great Dan Patrick on FOX Sports Radio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is going on everybody, happy holidays to all! What a year we've had and what an NFL and college season it's been. We've put together a special little bonus episode highlighting some of the best topics and stories from the season, from our interview with Jay Gruden, to Robert Saleh getting fired, and the surprise of it all, Bill Belichick going to UNC. That's all here and more!" #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here are the fans' favorite moments from the Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis, including stories like when Jordan Poole bullied Draymond in the Golden State Warriors matchup with the Washington Wizards, why Klay Thompson ghosted Steph Curry before the Dubs and Dallas Mavericks played, Dray hitting the Night Night celebration on Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, their hilarious reaction to Dwyane Wade’s iconic Miami Heat statue, and standout moments from guarding Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. 3:00 - Jordan Poole bullied Draymond 11:15 - Klay ghosted Steph 27:30 - Night Night celly on Rudy Gobert 36:30 - Viral photo of Dray guarding Wemby 52:45 - What makes Jokic so tough 1:02:30 - Hilarious Dwyane Wade statue (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman reacts to the NFL headlines, including Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans saying that Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is the NFL MVP over Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce being unapologetic about beating the Jacksonville Jaguars despite it hurting their NFL Draft position, and Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell riling up his team ahead of their NFC Championship rematch against Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers. Also, Sherm reacts to Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers blowing out the New Orleans Saints, Packers RB Josh Jacobs and Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley reinvigorating the running back market, and Cooper Rush and the Dallas Cowboys ending Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneer's NFL Playoff hopes. #volume #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here we are, unlike olden days, the happy golden days of yore, with Christmas Day NFL games... on a Wednesday afternoon! With freezing temperatures but sizzling gridiron holiday action, Action Network's merry duo of NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter give out all their handicapping presents for NFL Week 17. Together they discuss every other game on the board, including a huge spread in Tampa, a big NFC North divisional matchup, and the Pittsburgh Steelers in a classic Tomlin Rah Rah spot. Plus, we get a recap of Week 16 in the free Favorites Podcast $100,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest, which will have an EARLIER SATURDAY 1:00PM ET CUT OFF FOR PICKS THIS WEEK at favorites.actionnetwork.com And be sure to keep your ears peeled for our Simon Says and Executive Decision picks of the week! #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin observes the Packers dominating win over the Saints to secure a playoff spot and why a weakness of Green Bay has become a strength in today's NFL. He talks to Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman about their 1st round win over Indiana and preparing for Georgia. Plus, he ranks his top 10 teams in the NFL after week 16. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.