The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Jan 1, 2026
Yogi Roth, a college football analyst and host, shares insights on the College Football Playoff, focusing on Ohio State's long layoff and Miami's rising credibility. He dives into the Big Ten's competitiveness and quarterbacks. NFL analyst Carmen Vitale discusses the critical decision for the Ravens regarding Lamar Jackson's health, debates the viability of Tyler Huntley, and evaluates C.J. Stroud's growth with the Texans. The conversation wraps up with discussions on playoff implications and coaching futures for both the Ravens and Steelers.
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Long Playoff Layoffs Harm Teams
- Extended playoff layoffs can blunt top teams' momentum and performance in college football.
- Yogi Roth suggests the CFP calendar should shift so title games aren't played after month-long breaks.
Big Ten Is Rising Toward 'Power Two'
- The Big Ten and SEC are drawing more portal talent and resources, making them the 'power two' conferences.
- Yogi Roth sees improved quarterback play and coaching demand elevating the Big Ten's profile.
How Yogi Roth Got His Name
- Yogi Roth shares his unique name origin from parents who studied Eastern philosophies and gave Hindu names.
- He explains 'Yogi' was meant to center him like a yoga practice and he now embraces it publicly.