

The Herd with Colin Cowherd
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 43min
THE HERD - Hour 2 - The new Herd Hierarchy, the Chiefs are on the brink, Nick Wright
Nick Wright, a sharp sports commentator from First Things First, joins to dissect the tense situation surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs as playoff hopes dwindle. They dive into Colin's latest Herd Hierarchy, debating NFL team rankings and Philadelphia's struggles. Wright draws parallels between Mahomes' current issues and Brady's Patriots, while also analyzing Justin Herbert's future. Additionally, they tackle LeBron James' agent Rich Paul's comments on the Lakers' playoff viability, adding a sprinkle of humor with tales from Nick's health scare.

Dec 9, 2025 • 33min
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Notre Dame is going scorched Earth over being left out of the College Football Playoff, Joel Klatt
College football analyst Joel Klatt discusses Notre Dame's fiery reaction to being excluded from the College Football Playoff and the impact of ACC tiebreakers on Miami's chances. He breaks down Indiana's surprising victory over Ohio State, crediting their fresh defensive line. The duo also delves into NIL's transformative effects on underdog programs. Klatt analyzes NFL prospect Fernando Mendoza and forecasts Ohio State's playoff adjustments. Fun anecdotes and quarterback classifications make this a must-listen for football fans!

Dec 9, 2025 • 38min
Best of The Herd
Join sports analyst Nick Wright, known for his sharp insights on NFL dynamics, as he debates with Colin Cowherd on the fate of the struggling Philadelphia Eagles, connecting Jalen Hurts' challenges to Russell Wilson's past issues. They dissect a crucial win by the Chargers and Justin Herbert's standout performance. Tensions rise as they analyze the Kansas City Chiefs' potential slide towards playoff elimination, questioning whether a rebuild is on the horizon for Mahomes and his team while exploring the implications for the rest of the league.

Dec 9, 2025 • 1h 25min
3 & Out - Justin Herbert & Chargers get HUGE WIN on MNF vs. Jalen Hurts & Eagles
John Middlekauff dives into the Chargers' thrilling victory over the Eagles, highlighting Jalen Hurts' costly turnovers. He questions the Eagles' offensive strategy and praises their defense, while suggesting the Chargers benefited from some lucky breaks. The former scout gives insight into Phillip Rivers' workout with the Colts and critiques their recent management decisions. He also discusses Shedeur Sanders becoming the Browns' starting QB and recognizes standout Heisman finalists, including Mendoza and Pavia.

Dec 8, 2025 • 41min
THE HERD - Hour 1 - Chiefs need a reboot, the Bears are for real, the problem with the College Football Playoff
The Kansas City Chiefs are in turmoil, needing a major reboot after a string of losses and issues, including Travis Kelce's struggles. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears' impressive second-half play signals they might be a legitimate contender despite a recent close loss. The College Football Playoff is in focus, with a critique on the exclusion of Notre Dame and calls for stronger governance and uniformity in college football. Colin also highlights the Buffalo Bills' reliance on Josh Allen amid their defensive issues.

Dec 8, 2025 • 42min
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Where Colin was right and wrong, more on the Chiefs this season, Shedeur Sanders will be the starter going forward, Matt Hasselbeck
In this discussion, former NFL quarterback and analyst Matt Hasselbeck shares his insights on current league dynamics. He dives into the struggles of the Chiefs, linking their issues to complacency and discipline. They explore the legitimacy of the Bears' recent performance and praise the Packers’ potential with Jordan Love. Hasselbeck also sheds light on Shedeur Sanders’ promising future, predicting he'll earn a starting position for the rest of the season. They wrap up with a look at Seattle's rising players and the unpredictable nature of the AFC.

Dec 8, 2025 • 31min
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Urban Meyer joins The Herd
Urban Meyer, a three-time college football national champion and former head coach, shares his insights on the playoff landscape. He discusses why Miami deserved a playoff spot over Notre Dame and critiques the current committee's decision-making. Urban advocates for play-in games to enhance fairness and highlights Indiana's defensive strategy against Ohio State. He also analyzes the upcoming playoff matchups, stressing the importance of quarterback performance for Miami, and addresses USC's recruiting gains under Lincoln Riley.

Dec 8, 2025 • 30min
Best of The Herd
Urban Meyer, a three-time national champion and College Football Hall of Fame inductee, shares his insights on the college football playoff selections, passionately defending Alabama’s inclusion over Notre Dame. He critiques the committee's decision-making process while advocating for play-in games. Urban dives into analysis on Ohio State's match with Indiana and discusses quarterback Fernando Mendoza's NFL prospects. The conversation also touches on USC's recruitment strategy and the nuances between coaching in college versus the NFL.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 8min
3 & Out - Reaction to C.J. Stroud & Texans OUTDUELING Mahomes & Chiefs on SNF + NFL Week 14
This discussion dives deep into the Texans' stunning upset over the Chiefs, questioning Kansas City's playoff future. The Texans' defense gets high praise, being deemed Super Bowl-worthy, while their offense has room for improvement. The riveting Packers-Bears clash is highlighted, alongside the Steelers' upset of the Ravens. Attention shifts to thrilling moments from the Bills-Bengals game and key player updates, including a significant injury for Daniel Jones. The critique of the College Football Playoff rankings and Notre Dame's decision to skip the bowl game adds an extra layer to the conversation.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 21min
Richard Sherman Podcast - Week 14 REACTION: Seahawks-Falcons, Bengals-Bills, Bears-Packers, Lions-Cowboys | Richard Sherman NFL
Richard Sherman dissects a thrilling Week 14 in the NFL, spotlighting the Seahawks’ impressive second-half surge against the Falcons. He lauds Josh Allen's snowy comeback in Buffalo and Shedeur Sanders' stunning rookie performance in Cleveland. The discussion includes the Steelers' shocking win over the Ravens and the Lions' dominating triumph against the Cowboys. Sherman also critiques the controversial two-point call by the Browns, while assessing quarterback dynamics and playoff implications across the league.


