The Colin Cowherd Podcast

Colin is joined by Marcus Thompson, sportswriter for The Athletic and author of “Golden,” KD” and “Dynasties” to talk NBA! They start with how the addition of Jimmy Butler has completely transformed the Warriors and why his presence has elevated Steph Curry’s game back to an MVP level (3:15). They talk about the impact Butler has had on the Warriors offense (7:30), and what role to expect from Jonathan Kuminga when he returns from injury (9:45). Marcus fills Colin in on what Jimmy Butler is like in person and whether his reputation of being intense, aggressive and abrasive is accurate (12:15). Marcus confirms the rumors that were swirling before the tradeline about the Warriors being interested in bringing Kevin Durant back, and talk about what happened behind the scenes in order to make the Butler trade happen (14:00). They pivot to the Luka + LeBron pairing and how their opposition views the new look Lakers, and why the Lakers could be the Warriors kryptonite (17:00). They also discuss the impact of J.J. Reddick’s coaching on the team and why their improvement on defense can be directly attributed to the coach (29:00).  They debate why Mark Cuban decided to sell his majority stake in the Mavericks and whether the prospect of moving the team to Las Vegas factored into the decision, and whether Cuban had prior insight into the Luka trade (33:45).  Colin floats his theory that LeBron had a bigger hand behind the scenes in facilitating the Luka trade than people realize, but Marcus offers a competing theory (37:00). They also debate whether the Mavs excuse of Luka being hurt and out of shape holds up (40:00). They try to diagnose what’s wrong with the Knicks, why they seem to have regressed since last season and why they have almost no chance of beating the Celtics or Cavs in the playoffs (50:00). Finally, they debate what move the OKC Thunder should make when they finally decide to cash in the treasure trove of draft picks they’re sitting on (56:30). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk NFL! They start with Matthew Stafford deciding to stay in LA, debate whether the Rams asking price of a 1st round pick was too steep, and explain why Stafford would be crazy to leave the Rams in pursuit of more money (2:45).   They discuss the pending roster cuts the Eagles are facing after their Super Bowl win and debate whether the Eagles should keep linebacker Zack Baun or wide receiver A.J. Brown or cut/trade both in order to keep their dominant offensive and defensive lines intact (10:30).  They talk about how the infusion of NIL money has changed the game when drafting “celebrity quarterbacks” from college and why it’s given more leverage to prospects, and whether  Shedeur Sanders could overplay his hand in that environment (17:30).  They discuss Jerry Jones’ skipping his typical press conference at the combine after the Deebo Samuel to the Commanders move, why Dak’s contract will sink America’s Team and why Dallas might draft a quarterback in an early round (28:45).   They break down why the ambiguity surrounding Sam Darnold’s future is just the Vikings doing Sam a “solid” after a great season, and predict the Vikings will end up rolling with J.J. McCarthy (38:00).  They discuss the top quarterback prospects and why their landing spot will matter and compare them to recent prospects with tremendous physical gifts like Jalen Milroe and Anthony Richardson, and why those types of prospects rarely hit (41:15). They talk about the legacy of Jimmy Johnson after announcing his retirement from broadcasting at FOX and why as both a coach and broadcaster, he’s had a lasting impact on the NFL (50:00).  Finally, Colin addresses the “California Haters” ahead of his move to Chicago and asks John about his move out of California to Arizona, whether he has any regrets and whether the state will have to make changes in order to continue being an engine of innovation (1:00:45).   Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s top takes of the week! First, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk NFL! They start by floating the idea of the Rams and Giants flipping first round picks in exchange for Matthew Stafford, discuss whether Stafford is worth the Giants #3 overall pick and caution Stafford against negotiating too hard and ending up with a much worse team in New York (3:00).  They debate which teams will be in hot pursuit of Sam Darnold and which landing spots would be the best fit (13:30). They preview the NFL Draft combine and react to the news that quarterback Shedeur Sanders won’t attend (16:00). They talk about the recent trend of some NFL teams not even attending the combine and why there’s real value in attending in person (18:45).  Colin predicts that Travis Hunter could end up underachieving in the NFL relative to his projections, and they explain why he’d be best served focusing on being a top cornerback instead of receiver (20:30).  Then, Colin’s joined by Ethan Strauss, sportswriter and host of the “House of Strauss” podcast! They talk about the revival of the Golden State Warriors brand to now being considered one of the top 5 most valuable franchises, debate how much of that valuation can be attributed to Steph Curry and agree he’s the most transformational athlete in American sports history (31:30).   Finally, they discuss Caitlin Clark being the “Steph Curry” of women’s sports and why the WNBA has missed opportunities to capitalize on her popularity (40:45).  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by Ethan Strauss, sportswriter and host of the “House of Strauss” podcast! They start by talking about the revival of the Golden State Warriors brand to now being considered one of the top 5 most valuable franchises, debate how much of that valuation can be attributed to Steph Curry and agree he’s the most transformational athlete in American sports history (3:00).   They discuss Caitlin Clark being the “Steph Curry” of women’s sports and why the WNBA has missed opportunities to capitalize on her popularity (12:00).  They put on their business executive hats and pick their top sports events/leagues etc that they would choose to buy the broadcasting rights to or make changes to and Ethan identifies college hoops as a huge opportunity (25:45).  They pivot to ESPN dumping the broadcasting rights to Major League Baseball and question the move happening at a time when baseball has experienced a resurgence with star players on the biggest teams in the biggest markets (31:30). They also recount some of ESPN’s biggest whiffs in the past including passing on signing a rights deal with the UFC, and discuss the importance of avoiding confirmation bias in business, life and politics (39:00).   They dive into the story that Jeff Bezos is mandating changes to the opinion section at The Washington Post, debate whether that mandate was out of line and talk about why traditional media is severely lacking in self-awareness (1:01:15).  Finally, they discuss the rapid changes to government being made by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk and whether the media’s hair on fire response is overblown (1:10:00). Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this lively conversation, host Colin Cowherd is joined by John Middlekauff, a sports pundit renowned for his insights on the NFL. They delve into the ramifications of ESPN dropping MLB and the surge in popularity of hockey due to patriotism. The duo debates a potential Stafford deal with the Giants and predicts Sam Darnold's next moves. They also preview the NFL Draft combine, discuss Travis Hunter's future as a cornerback, and urge the Bills to trade for Myles Garrett. Lastly, they question the impact of streaming on sports viewership.

Danny Parkins, co-host of 'Breakfast Ball' on FS1, brings sharp insights on the NBA's current state, highlighting the critique of the All-Star Game while noting the league's thriving business. They discuss the influence of three-point shooting on game dynamics and proffer a case for evolving league rules to boost entertainment value. The conversation shifts to the cultural legacy of SNL, celebrating its role in shaping comedy. Lastly, they dissect Aaron Rodgers' tumultuous relationship with the Jets, touching on the implications of his ego in professional sports.

Join John Middlekauff, host of '3 and Out,' as he dissects the Eagles’ dominant Super Bowl victory over the Chiefs, highlighting their powerful performance in the trenches. The discussion also tackles the Jets’ unexpected decision to part ways with Aaron Rodgers. Later, Jason Timpf from 'Hoops Tonight' analyzes Luka Doncic's impact on the Lakers and their playoff hopes, debates the threats from the Western Conference, and examines the Knicks' struggles against the Celtics. Tune in for insights on the evolving landscape of NFL and NBA!

Colin talks with Jason Timpf, host of "Hoops Tonight" and an NBA analysis expert. They delve into Luka Doncic's game-changing debut with the Lakers, sparking hopes for a stronger postseason run. The duo discusses the potential playoff threats from the competitive Western Conference, highlighting the Spurs as a surprising challenge. They also explore Jimmy Butler's fit with the Warriors and the underrated impact of player intelligence. Finally, they unpack the shifting dynamics in the league following recent trades, emphasizing increased excitement for fans.

Colin Cowherd chats with John Middlekauff, host of '3 and Out' and NFL expert, about the Eagles' dominance over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII. They dissect the Eagles' impressive draft strategy and roster built by GM Howie Roseman. The discussion highlights Jalen Hurts as a 'modern-day Russell Wilson' and debates the implications of Mahomes' performance on his legacy. They also explore potential trade scenarios, including Myles Garrett, and Nick Sirianni's positive impact on team culture.

Reacting to Aaron Rodgers not returning to the Jets, the discussion highlights his diminishing impact and potential new teams that might take him on. The conversation includes speculation about Davante Adams possibly following Rodgers. Predictions for the Super Bowl offer insights into team strategies, players to watch, and the buzz around popular game-day foods that elevate the excitement of the event.