The Colin Cowherd Podcast

First, Colin explains why baseball needs to shorten their marathon season to create the urgency the NFL creates immediately in Week 1. Then, First Things First co-host - and host of the What's Wright? podcast - Nick Wright joins Colin to discuss summer movies, the similarities between Tom Cruise and Aaron Rodgers, why MLB needs to shorten their season, if recent congressional hearings on UFO’s should be getting more coverage, which hot button issues they would fix first, their biggest NFL Week 1 upset, their surprise team that will exceed expectations, and which team will underperform, and Nick’s most shocking prediction for the season. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Colin defends the Barbie movie against miserable internet critics, and explains why he’s in favor of Aaron Rodgers defending his OC Nathaniel Hackett after getting trashed by Sean Payton. Then, longtime Dallas Cowboys writer - and host of The Doomsday Podcast - Matt Mosley joins Colin to discuss why the vibe out of Cowboys camp was different than past years, if All-Pro G Zach Martin's contract holdout will get uglier, the noticeable absence of Zeke Elliott in the locker room, if Dallas is ready to handle a daunting early schedule, the potential impact of 5’5’’ rookie RB Deuce Vaughn, how the offense will look differently without Kellen Moore, the biggest takeaway after Mosley’s interview with COO Stephen Jones, why the Super Bowl expectations feel more realistic, if Dak Prescott can bounce back from a disappointing 2022, why Mike McCarthy works so well with DC Dan Quinn, and why the Big 12 is in a far better position than the Pac-12.  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Colin reacts to the collective sigh of relief in Cincinnati after learning that Joe Burrow apparently only suffered a minor calf injury after being carted out of Bengals camp practice, and the significance of Aaron Rodgers taking a giant pay cut in his first season with the Jets. Then, Colin is joined by 3 and Out podcast Host John Middlekauff to discuss why Sean Payton decided to publicly trash Jets OC - and historically bad former Broncos HC - Nathaniel Hackett, if HC Robert Saleh was smart to get involved in the drama, why Aaron Rodgers willingness to take a huge pay cut should have the Jets feeling optimistic, and the Pac-12’s biggest mistake as the once power conference clings to life support. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #Volume #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Colin explains why running backs shouldn’t blame media narratives for not getting paid like other positions. Then Colin is joined by SNAPS Podcast Host - and former LSU OL - T Bob Hebert to discuss Brian Kelly’s impact on the program, what could prevent them from contending for a title this year, if Saban’s decline is exaggerated, why Oklahoma and Texas could be in trouble in the SEC, Lincoln Riley and USC’s scary potential, Ed Orgeron’s ultimate legacy at LSU, and what it was like growing up as the son of SAints QB Bobby Hebert. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #Volume #SNAPSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Prime Cuts. The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First Colin’s top takes of the week, including why he’s out on Kyler Murray after defending him against critics for his first three seasons, which 2 QB’s are under the most pressure entering the ‘23 season, what part of Dak Prescott’s game Josh Allen needs to weather the upcoming season. Leading off, First Things First co-host - and host of the What's Wright? podcast - Nick Wright joins Colin to discuss the lack of drama to Dame Lillard trade talks, if drama between Stefon Diggs and the Bills will derail Buffalo’s season, which teams could leap them in the AFC, and why Twitter has become so toxic under Elon Musk. Next, The Herd co-host - and host of the Straight Fire - Jason McIntyre on his best NFL Over/Under bets, and if CJ Stroud will bust with the Texans. Then, Hoops Tonight host Jason Timpf at the Summer League in Vegas discussing the media overreaction to Wemby’s debut, and if Gregg Popovich should load manage him to acclimate him to the NBA. Finally,  3 and Out podcast Host John Middlekauff on if Lincoln Riley could replace Brandon Staley with the Chargers, and if Bill Belichick is really on the hot seat in New England.  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Colin explains why he’s out on Kyler Murray after defending him against critics for his first three seasons. Colin and 3 and Out podcast Host John Middlekauff discuss why Netflix’s Quarterback is a welcome change of pace from Hard Knocks, if Sam Darnold has a shot to resurrect his career with the Niners, if Caleb Williams should refuse to play for the Cardinals if they have the 1st pick, if Lincoln Riley could replace Brandon Staley with the Chargers, if Bill Belichick is really on the hot seat in New England, if the Ravens are making a mistake by trying to make Lamar Jackson a pocket passer, if Sean Payton can convince Russell Wilson to run more, if Justin Fields can convince the Bears he’s their long term franchise QB. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #Volume #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Colin explains what part of Dak Prescott’s game Josh Allen needs to weather the upcoming season. Then, The Herd co-host - and host of the Straight Fire - Jason McIntyre joins Colin to discuss his transition from Big Lead blogger to Herd co-host, why the NY Times disbanding their sports department wasn’t surprising, where they agree and disagree on NFL Over/Unders, if CJ Stroud will bust with the Texans, the story of his beef with Kevin Durant, why today’s media is constantly outraged, and if L.A. is an underrated sports town. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #Volume #StraightFireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Colin reacts to the comical media overreaction to Victor Wembanyama’s lackluster Summer League debut, and why the well oiled UFC machine continues to dance on boxing’s grave. Then, he joins Hoops Tonight host Jason Timpf at the Summer League in Vegas to discuss the media panic over Wemby’s debut, if Gregg Popovich should load manage him to acclimate him to the NBA, why the optics of Dame Lillard trade demand are so bad, the biggest surprise Summer League standout, if the new NBA midseason Euro-style tournament will resonate with American fans, and which players could take the Knicks to the next level. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #Volume #HoopsTonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Colin explains which two NFL QB’s have the most pressure on them entering the 2023 season. Then, First Things First co-host - and host of the What's Wright? podcast - Nick Wright joins Colin to discuss the lack of drama to Dame Lillard trade talks, if drama between Stefon Diggs and the Bills will derail Buffalo’s season, which teams could leap them in the AFC, which team can win the NFC besides the Niners and Eagles, why Twitter has become so toxic under Elon Musk, Colin and Nick’s ultimate retirement destination, which Knicks non-move shows they finally aren't a dumpster fire organization, if the Heat with Dame Lillard can win a title, why Nick is so excited about the future of FTF, and if it’s acceptable to get a steak by yourself.  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Colin explains why he’s already over people complaining about Elon Musk creating a Twitter paywall, why the Blazers trading Dame Lillard is harder than it seems, and why baseball should shorten its season to avoid its annual steamrolling by the football juggernaut. Then, SI Senior NBA Writer - and host of Boxing with Chris Mannix - Chris Mannix and Colin discuss the biggest signings from NBA Free Agency, including if Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic can co-exist long-term, why they were so impressed with the Lakers 2nd tier  signings, which teams will be involved in the Dame Lillard sweepstakes, which team can offer the best trade package, if the Suns Big 3 of KD, Beal and Booker will have chemistry issues, and if the Celtics got worse by letting go of Marcus Smart and signing Kristaps Porzingis.  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Herd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.