The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Nick Wright, a sports commentator and co-host on First Things First, joins the discussion to delve into the Kansas City Chiefs' performance. The pair debates whether the Chiefs' dynasty is at risk, examining Patrick Mahomes' current form and the team’s struggles. Wright also highlights the surprising success of the Chicago Bears under Caleb Williams, suggesting they could maintain their NFC contention. Colin Cowherd dissects the Dallas Cowboys' surprising potential and reveals his Top 10 NFL team rankings.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Cowboys' dominating win over the Raiders, questioning the future of Las Vegas' coaching staff. He highlights key draft considerations for the Cowboys' defensive rebuild by 2026. The discussion shifts to the Jets' decision to bench Justin Fields and implications for their cap space. Middlekauff also reacts to James Franklin accepting a position at Virginia Tech, alongside insights into Lane Kiffin's uncertain future at Ole Miss. He wraps up by answering listener questions about coaches and team evaluations.

Fat Joe and Jadakiss break down Clipse's impressive five Grammy nominations and lament hip hop's absence from Billboard's Top 40 for the first time in decades. They discuss Antoine Fuqua's upcoming Michael Jackson biopic and critique the Grammys' politics and past snubs. Joining them, Eric and Jeff from It'sTheReal share their journeys, including finally interviewing Fat Joe and linking with The Lox. They also touch on local NYC changes fueled by Zohran Mamdani's election and celebrate Max B's long-awaited release.

Valentina Shevchenko, a multi-division world champion and long-reigning UFC Flyweight champion, joins Daniel Cormier for a deep dive into her intense training regimen. She discusses her global training camps and how they refresh her mindset. Valentina emphasizes her preparations for Weili Zhang, asserting she is faster and stronger. She also opens up about balancing her acting role in Terminal List with training and shares how evolving her wrestling has shaped her strategy in the octagon.

In a snowy setting, the hosts kick off with a salute to servicewomen and push for a WNBA team in Kansas City. Sophie tackles a young athlete's discomfort with her trainer, emphasizing healthy boundaries. They debate Super Bowl and NBA Finals predictions, with an eye on the Chiefs. A mom's story about her daughter getting kicked off a team leads to a discussion on tough love in parenting. The duo also compares food scenes across cities and Sophie shares her offseason diet secrets, while providing insights on her rehab journey.

Sean McVay, head coach of the Los Angeles Rams, dives into his team's thrilling victory over the Seattle Seahawks. He discusses the elite qualities of QB Matthew Stafford and how their disciplined approach contrasts with Seattle's chaotic style. McVay highlights the Rams’ strong defensive performance, emphasizing leadership and depth. The conversation also touches on the importance of balancing analytics with intuition in play-calling and how their defense sharpens Stafford's decision-making, ensuring the Rams remain competitive.

Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck joins to discuss the impressive progression of Caleb Williams and the coaching prowess of Ben Johnson leading the Chicago Bears. They analyze the Bears' newfound identity and success, alongside the unexpected loss of the Chiefs to the Broncos. Hasselbeck breaks down Bo Nix's clutch final drive and explores the impact of wrist injuries on veteran quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers. The conversation dives into whether the Eagles can secure a Super Bowl with their current strengths and weaknesses.

Sean McVay, head coach of the Los Angeles Rams, shares insights on his team's gritty win over the Seahawks, emphasizing defensive efforts and game management. He highlights Matt Stafford's impressive streak of 22 TDs without interceptions and discusses the balance between analytics and coaching instincts. The conversation shifts to the development of Caleb Williams under Ben Johnson, examining the culture he's building and the Bears' potential as contenders. McVay's reflections offer a glimpse into the strategic mindset behind NFL success.

Sean McVay, head coach of the Los Angeles Rams, delves into QB Matthew Stafford's elite management skills and the team's defensive resilience against the Seahawks. He shares insights on balancing analytics with gut feelings in pivotal game situations and praises his team's distributed leadership. Joining the discussion, Matt Hasselbeck highlights the decline of the Chiefs, analyzing their turnover issues and the impact of aging on their roster. Both guests provide a fresh perspective on what makes successful teams thrive in the current NFL landscape.

Week 11 in the NFL brought chaos, and Richard Sherman delivers the highlights. The 49ers shined with Brock Purdy's return, while the Seahawks faced tough struggles against the Rams. Josh Allen's MVP-level performance led the Bills to a massive win over the Buccaneers. Sherman delves into the Packers' playoff concerns with Jordan Love and the Bears' surprising surge. The Chiefs stumble, and the AFC North sees a defensive revival from the Steelers. Tune in for insightful analysis and electrifying football talk!