The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - NFL Dominance, Cowboys Prove Haters Wrong, Jared Smith Stops By
Nov 28, 2025
This time, Doug Gottlieb is joined by Jared Smith, a Fox Sports Radio betting analyst and co-host of Countdown to Kickoff, known for his sharp insights on college football wagering. They delve into thrilling betting angles for the weekend, highlighting key matchups like Ole Miss vs Mississippi State and the historic Ohio State vs Michigan rivalry. Jared also predicts a surprising upset with Vanderbilt over Tennessee and breaks down critical factors influencing betting lines. Doug and Jared bring a lively debate on the NFL's holiday dominance and the Cowboys' impressive performance.
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NFL Holiday Domination
- The NFL has strategically expanded into holidays and streaming to dominate viewership and revenue.
- Doug Gottlieb argues Roger Goodell prioritized owners' money and succeeded despite product quality concerns.
Fragmented Distribution Still Wins
- Spreading NFL games across networks and streaming hasn't diluted audiences because fans and gamblers will find games.
- Doug says this distribution strategy preserved or grew viewership despite platform fragmentation.
Reassessing The Cowboys
- The Cowboys have quietly improved and beaten recent Super Bowl teams despite prior hate and hype cycles.
- Doug says it's time to admit the Cowboys are overachieving even if not Super Bowl favorites.