The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Can Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens get over the hump? Can the Cleveland Browns overcome mediocre quarterback play? Can Joe Burrow get the Bengals off to a hot start? Are the Steelers cooked?
As the NFL regular season approaches, Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to talk all things AFC North. Today they welcome back Warren Sharp, the impresario of Sharp Football Analysis and one of our favorite returning guests. He is creator of the 2024 Sharp Football Analysis NFL Preview, his popular annual football tome. Use promo code ACTION to receive 50%, available now. 
Together this trio talk about all four teams in the AFC North, and dive deep into who has the rest advantage, schedule edge and so much more. #Volume #Herd

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John reacts to a story stating that Jalen Hurts has lost respect for Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni and if this relationship is able to be fixed or has it been fractured beyond repair. Later, John dives into the first episode of Hard Knocks featuring Caleb Williams and the Bears, and the 49ers work out Robbie "Anderson" Chosen and what if anything it means in regards to the Brandon Aiyuk situation.

Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.

9:28 - Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts relationship

23:50 - The Bears and Hard Knocks

26:10 - 49ers work out Robbie Anderson

33:43 - Other NFL news and notes

41:32 - Mailbag

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Colin is joined by Nick Wright, host of “First Things First” on FS1 to NOT stick to sports.

They begin by contrasting and comparing the two VP candidates and why J.D. Vance’s actions and language have been incredibly offensive and could hurt the Republican ticket (3:30), and discuss the massive odds swing in the election (14:15).

Then they dive into the huge online controversy surrounding women’s Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and why it’s asinine that so many people rush to judgment before having all the facts (23:00).

Finally, the end by ridiculing all of the people claiming expertise online over every subject (30:30) and the reasons behind so many people embracing every conspiracy theory under the sun (35:00)

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Colin is joined by Nick Wright, host of “First Things First” on FS1!

They start with the contract showdown between Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers, compare the difference in player leverage between NBA and NFL contracts (2:45) and offer a theory on why Aiyuk declined the Patriots in order to join the Steelers (14:00).

They debate whether friction in Philly could lead to a divorce between the Eagles’ star quarterback Jalen Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni (22:30) and why the Colts could see huge success under Shane Steichen (26:00). Finally, they explain why Kevin Durant sealed his legacy during the Olympics with Team USA basketball (29:45)

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Colin gives his thoughts on the rumored rift between QB Jalen Hurts and HC Nick Sirianni

Team USA Basketball continues to win and Kevin Durant is showing how great he is

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Colin explains why despite the high expectations Bears QB Caleb Williams won't become the latest first round pick to bust in the NFL. He discusses an ESPN report about rifts inside the Eagles and why he saw this coming with head coach Nick Sirianni. Plus Rachel Nichols reports live from Paris to share what it has been like to cover the dominance of the men's basketball team at the Olympics

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Colin discusses an ESPN report about rifts inside the Eagles and why he saw this coming with head coach Nick Sirianni.

Plus Rachel Nichols reports live from Paris to share what it has been like to cover the dominance of the men's basketball team at the Olympics

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Colin believes the Patriots need to go after Brandon Aiyuk

The Steelers are rumored to be interested in improving at WR via trade

Scott Pioli from NFL Network joins The Herd to talk about his time with New England and Tom Brady 

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Welcome to Unbreakable! A mental wealth podcast hosted by Fox NFL Insider Jay Glazer. With The Olympic Games in overdrive heading towards the finish lines no better time to bring back Jay's chat in its entirety with the GREATEST Olympian ever, the one and only Michael Phelps. IT’S A MUST LISTEN!!!

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Draymond Green breaks down the first day of the medal round for Olympic men's basketball including Kevin Durant becoming Team USA's all-time leading scorer, Serbia beating Australia, Rudy Gobert getting benched for France, Victor Wembanyama's performance, Canada getting eliminated, previewing the medal round, why the US 3x3 team needs NBA players, and more.

Timeline
0:00 Start
2:50 Kevin Durant Makes History
10:00 Disagree With Brian Windhorst
15:00 Rudy Gobert Benched
22:00 3x3 Team USA

Produced by: Jackson Safon

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John dives into the latest with the Brandon Aiyuk saga by discussing how the 49ers should be handling this situation on both a personal and professional level. Later, John talks about some of the rumored trade destinations for Aiyuk and which teams he thinks would be willing to make a deal to trade for him. Finally, he reacts to the latest fight between the Lions and the Giants during their joint practice and how fun it's been to watch these joint practices.

Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.

7:46 - Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers

13:39 - Trade destinations for Aiyuk

26:53 - Lions-Giants joint practice

35:42 - Mailbag

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Richard Sherman is BACK! In his first return episode, Richard reacts to the news that the San Francisco 49ers reportedly have the framework in place to trade star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, with both the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns vying for the All-Pro wideout. Also, Sherm breaks down the Seattle Seahawks' first offseason under new head coach Mike Macdonald after the exodus of Pete Carroll, the Dallas Cowboys failing to sign Dak Prescott, Micah Parsons, and CeeDee Lamb to extensions in their dormant offseason, and NFL players ranking Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill No. 1 in their Top 100 list, ahead of Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes. Richard and Mitch wrap up the show with an early fantasy football preview.

3:30 - 49ers trading Aiyuk?

12:40 - Seahawks offseason

22:30 - NFL Top 100

26:30 - Cowboys fumble offseason

32:40 - Top 10 fantasy QBs

42:25 - Top 10 fantasy RBs

47:25 - Top 10 fantasy WRs

57:10 - Top 10 fantasy TEs

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Are the Chicago Bears worth the hype? Just how rough will things get for the Minnesota Vikings? And can the Packers return to glory with Jordan Love this season? Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are back to discuss the NFC North. They are joined by friend of the show Field Yates, the popular ESPN NFL insider. Together they talk a resurgent Detroit Lions team, Simon's love for Field's fantasy podcast, and even do a quick walk down memory lane involving hypnosis. 

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Colin makes a surprising defense of Giants QB Daniel Jones after Jones was tangled up in a training camp brawl. He explains why Micah Parsons is the perfect Cowboys star but not for the reason you think. Plus Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to tell Colin why it's absurd Patrick Mahomes wasn't the #1 players on the NFL Network's roster of top players in the leaguer voted on by players

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Colin makes a surprising defense of Giants QB Daniel Jones after Jones was tangled up in a training camp brawl

He explains why Micah Parsons is the perfect Cowboys star but not for the reason you think

Jim Harbaugh refuses to bend the knee...and he's right

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Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to tell Colin why it's absurd Patrick Mahomes wasn't the #1 players on the NFL Network's roster of top players in the leaguer voted on by players

Thoughts on the future of Niners WR Brandon Aiyuk

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Colin is extremely excited about Sam Darnold's future with the Vikings 

Chris Simms joins the show to talk about the upcoming NFL season and the biggest stories

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John opens the show talking about the latest in the Brandon Aiyuk situation with the 49ers and who has more to gain and who ultimately has more to lose. Next, he dives into Matt Judon and how one day he is holding out over his contract, then next day he is practicing, but in the end he wants a new contract and has to wait to see if the Patriots will give him what he's looking for.

Later, John is joined by the managing editor at FantasyPros, Pat Fitzmaurice, as the guys get you ready for the start of the NFL season and tell you who you should be looking to draft for your fantasy team.

8:51 - Latest with Brandon Aiyuk

19:06 - Jim Harbaugh gets his feet wet

27:43 - Matt Judon practices

32:50 - Pat Fitzmaurice interview

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Colin expresses his appreciation for the Olympics as the uniter of sports fans during divisive and combative times outside of sports

Why are so many people overreacting to Michigan?

Guest: Danny Parkins

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Colin tells you why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Brandon Aiyuk

Jerry Jones cares more about being relevant than winning a title

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Fox Sports NFL analyst Bucky Brooks joins the show in studio to tell Colin how the 49ers should handle their contract issue with All Pro LT Trent Williams

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Colin expresses his appreciation for the Olympics as the uniter of sports fans during divisive and combative times outside of sports. He tells you why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Brandon Aiyuk. Plus, Fox Sports NFL analyst Bucky Brooks joins the show in studio to tell Colin how the 49ers should handle their contract issue with All Pro LT Trent Williams

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John opens the week with his thoughts on the Olympics as well as a massive mailbag. He answers your questions during today's podcast starting with a question about two of the top QB's in the league. Also, now that Miami has paid Tua, should people back off of the criticism surrounding him, could Rugby ever become like the NFL in America, the craziness that is the large amounts of money that gets thrown around to QB's, and how bad certain owners are in the NFL. Those questions and more are answered in this mailbag episode.

7:11 - Takes on the Olympics

17:08 - Mailbag

31:30 - Time to back off Tua

35:33 - Can Rugby ever be like the NFL

40:19 - Crazy money is getting thrown around

43:49 - Bad owners in the NFL

51:49 - Off-season Hard Knocks

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk offseason football!

They begin with trying to make sense of the NFL Top 100 rankings and Lamar Jackson being ranked higher than Patrick Mahomes (3:00). Then, they dive into the drama playing out in San Francisco and the 49ers being forced to choose whether to pay Trent Williams or Brandon Aiyuk (12:00), and Colin argues that #1 receivers are overvalued and point to Mahomes playing better WITHOUT Tyreek Hill (16:30).

They discuss the new kickoff rule and point out that if it doesn’t work, the league won’t hesitate to change it again (26:30). They debate whether JJ McCarthy and Bo Nix will have more success than the QB’s drafted higher than them because they have offensive minded coaches (35:00), and break down the vibe shift in the building for the Chargers with Jim Harbaugh as the head coach (45:00).

Finally, they talk about how NIL has changed the college football landscape and the ability of just one deep pocketed booster to supercharge a program (54:00), and the resurgence of popularity for the Olympics (01:06:00)!

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Draymond Green discusses Team USA basketball's 3-0 start in group play behind Anthony Edwards, how this team stacks up against the Dream Team, the controversy around Jayson Tatum's playing time, the biggest threats to Team USA, LeBron James and Kevin Durant's Olympic GOAT status, Kamala Harris's nomination, and more. 

0:00 Start

2:00 Anthony Edwards

9:00 Tatum's Playing Time

21:00 Medal Round

33:00 KD & Bron's GOAT status

36:00 Kamala Harris

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Colin talks about where he was right and wrong...plenty of both

Legendary college and Olympic men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski joins The Herd to break down the differences between FIBA play and how the game is played in the United States, an Olympic team's quest for gold vs. how playing time is distributed down the roster, the JJ Redick hire in Los Angeles, and much more

Colin brings you his Over/Unders for the upcoming NFL season! Plus, Chris Broussard joins the show to talk all things USA men’s basketball

Julian Edelman – FOX NFL Analyst joins the show

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John dives into the conversation surrounding Patrick Mahomes and his current contract with Kansas City after seeing other QB's sign contracts with a higher annual total (6:42). Later, John gives you his top 5 NFL venues (19:53), and lastly the 2023 trade that the Chicago Bears made with the Panthers and how it's been the gift that keeps on giving for the Bear and he gives his thoughts on if Ryan Poles should be getting an extension based on this trade alone (33:14).

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Colin’s top takes of the week!

First, Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to discuss the emergence of GM’s in college football (4:00), debate whether giving Tua the bag was the right move for the Dolphins (11:30), whether Russell Wilson could lose the rocker room and starting job for the Steelers (24:00) and which teams could overperform their win total expectations (27:45)

Then Colin Cowherd & Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” react to Team USA’s win over South Sudan in Olympic basketball. Colin & Jason discuss Joel Embiid’s benching (31:00), Steph Curry's struggles with FIBA rules (40:00), Victor Wembanyama's growth (42:45) and LeBron still being the alpha for Team USA (46:30). 

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Daniel Cormier sits down with the #2 ranked Bantamweight in the UFC, Cory Sandhagen before his upcoming fight against Umar Nurmagomedov. Cory explains how Umar is the only person in between him and a chance at UFC gold, and he envisions shaking Khabib and Umar’s hand on Saturday night, and apologizing for beating him. Cory believes he is a better fighter in every single area, and can’t wait to shock the world on Saturday in Abu Dhabi. #Volume #Herd

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Jason Timpf ranks which NBA teams have had the Top 5 Offseasons in pursuit of the 2025 Larry O'Brien Trophy inlcuding Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks and Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks. Where do Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks and Joel Embiid's Philadelphia 76ers rank after acquiring Mikal Bridges and Paul George this offseason? Later, Jason answers listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment.

4:15 - Honorable Mention: Spurs & Hawks

10:00 - #5: Philadelphia 76ers

12:15 - #4: Dallas Mavericks

15:15 - #3: Milwaukee Bucks

18:00 - #2: New York Knicks

25:00 - #1: Oklahoma City Thunder

27:30 - NBA Mailbag

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Colin calms NFL fans down by saying the new kickoff rule during the Hall of Fame game may seem weird but will become normal over the season. Bears should have given Caleb Williams a few reps last night, Drake Maye will have his ups and downs this season, and USC head coach Lincoln Riley has nothing to worry about. Plus, another Friday edition of “Tomorrows Headlines Today!” Julian Edelman – FOX NFL Analyst joins the show!

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Colin calms NFL fans down by saying the new kickoff rule during the Hall of Fame game may seem weird but will become normal over the season

Bears QB Caleb Williams should have gotten a few reps last night

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USC HC Lincoln Riley is not on the hot seat

Albert Breer stops by The Herd to talk about the upcoming NFL season 

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Julian Edelman – FOX NFL Analyst joins the show

Plus, another Friday edition of “Tomorrows Headlines Today!” 

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John is joined by the Philadelphia Eagles former salary cap guru, Jake Rosenberg. John talks with Jake about his role being a salary cap expert, working with Howie Roseman (22:01), and the importance and strategy that goes into every contract for every player (54:20). Later, the guys talk about the role that Jake is currently playing when it comes to NIL deals with the Oklahoma Sooners (57:43).

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Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Team USA's dominant 103-86 win over South Sudan at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Jason discusses Bam Adebayo's big night, Jayson Tatum and Steph Curry's struggles, and Joel Embiid not playing after multiple disappointing performances. Later, Jason reacts to Victor Wembanyama's performance in France's thrilling 94-90 overtime win over Japan.

3:15 - Introduction

4:30 - USA blows out South Sudan

17:15 - France beats Japan

26:00 - Canada vs Australia

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Colin reflects on the USA men’s and women's teams being more self-aware and selective of their players. Drafting a quarterback in the first round breeds a higher chance for failure than success. WNBA has a new competitor on the horizon as a new basketball league starts next year changing the focus on stars rather than the league, and Colin brings you his Over/Unders for the upcoming NFL season! Plus, Chris Broussard joins the show to talk all things USA men’s basketball

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Colin reflects on the USA men’s and women's teams being more self-aware and selective of their players

Drafting a quarterback in the first round breeds a higher chance for failure than success

Aaron Rodgers is deciding to be petty once again

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The WNBA has a new competitor on the horizon as a new basketball league starts next year changing the focus on stars rather than the league

Colin brings you his Over/Unders for the upcoming NFL season

Guest: Diana Russini

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Chris Broussard joins The Herd to about USA men’s basketball and more

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John dives into the 2023 trade that the Chicago Bears made with the Panthers and how it's been the gift that keeps on giving for the Bear and he gives his thoughts on if Ryan Poles should be getting an extension based on this trade alone. Next, John talks about how the media reads too much into training camp dust-ups and if anything should be made out of the "conversations" the Rodgers and Wilson have been having at Jets training camp. 

Later, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment.

7:05 - Give Ryan Poles an extension

19:53 - Training camp reports

27:18 - Jeffery Simmons gets upset at a radio host

29:37 - Tyson Bagent talks his off-season

39:03 - Mailbag

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Are the Carolina Panthers ready to pounce this season? Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are back to discuss the NFC South, including strong opinions on the lowly Carolina Panthers. Plus, we get their takes on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Atlanta Falcons, and dreadful Dennis Allen and his New Orleans Saints. 

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Colin Cowherd & Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” react to Team USA’s win over South Sudan in Olympic basketball. Colin & Jason discuss Jayson Tatum's struggles, Joel Embiid’s benching, Steph Curry's off night and LeBron's performance. They talk about Victor Wembanyama's growth and when he will be the best player in the NBA. So why are the Lakers struggling to win games with a healthy LeBron James & Anthony Davis?

Timeline:

3:00 - Jayson Tatum struggling

7:45 - Joel Embiid benched

12:30 - Is FIBA basketball tough for Steph Curry?

15:30 - Victor Wembanyama becoming a superstar

23:30 - LeBron James is Team USA's best player

27:45 - This Anthony Davis is unstoppable

35:30 - Why length is king in NBA

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Colin notices that all successful people including athletes all share the same quality, attention to detail while being considerate of others. Brock Purdy has what it takes to be a winning quarterback but never hold a trophy. Matt Stafford may just prove to us all this year that he’s better than Aaron Rodgers, and Colin looks over the Top 100 players within the NFL! Plus, LeSean McCoy joins the show

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Colin notices that all successful people including athletes all share the same quality

Colin gives his honest thoughts about Niners QB Brock Purdy

Matt Stafford may just prove to us all this year that he’s better than Aaron Rodgers

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Nick Wright joins the show to talk about Jayson Tatum, Caleb Williams' attention to detail, the worst teams in the NFL, and more

Colin looks at the top 100 players in the NFL

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LeSean McCoy joins the show to talk about his time with the Eagles, how the Jets should handle Aaron Rodgers, and his thoughts on some of the best players not getting paid what they deserve

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John dives into the news out of Chicago where it was announced that Caleb Williams was not going to play in the Hall of Fame game. Should starters be playing in pre-season games, do those games even matter or should the NFL stop pre-season games and let teams have more joint practices. John also talks about what a future contract for Brock Purdy could look like, the importance for NFL GM's taking risks in the draft especially when it comes to the QB position, who will be the starter in Denver, and what are John's top 5 NFL venues.

Later, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment.

7:23 - Caleb Williams not playing in pre-season

15:23 - What's next for Brock Purdy

27:26 - Taking risks in the draft

35:35 - The starter in Denver

37:41 - Top 5 NFL venues

51:05 - Mailbag

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In this Best of The Herd, Colin is ready for the professional debut of Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams. Out of all the rookie quarterbacks, Colin thinks Williams will have the most productive season. Also, Colin shares his thoughts on one former NFL general manager who regrets not drafting Buffalo's Josh Allen. Plus, Miami's Tua Tagovailoa signed his big contract last week. Now, it's time to prove that he can win playoff games in bad conditions. And Colin asks if Bill Belichick's inability to find a job is a result of him being too aloof to tolerate. Finally, legendary college and Olympic men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski joins The Herd to break down the differences between FIBA play and how the game is played in the United States, an Olympic team's quest for gold vs. how playing time is distributed down the roster, the JJ Redick hire in Los Angeles, and much more

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Out of all the rookie quarterbacks, Colin thinks Caleb Williams will have the most productive season

He shares his thoughts on one former NFL general manager who regrets not drafting Buffalo's Josh Allen

Colin asks if Bill Belichick's inability to find a job is a result of him being too aloof to tolerate

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