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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by Maury Povich, the legendary daytime TV host and creator of one of the most iconic formats in television history. Maury breaks down how the on-air paternity tests originated, when Shaquille O’Neal told him his crew used to bet on every segment, why he wants to host a mediation between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj on live TV, and reveals the wildest episode he ever did: twins with two different fathers. Plus, Joe rants about his wife watching Lifetime killing-your-husband content on a loop, Jadakiss announces The LOX’s documentary is headed to the Tribeca Film Festival, and some fiery NBA debates break out surrounding Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards. Maury also talks about his married to storied journalist Connie Chung, shares some memories of the late Jerry Springer, breaks down his connection to Michael Jordan, and tells Joe and Jada about his new podcast 'On Par with Maury Povich,’ where he’s already interviewed hip hop stars like Dave East and Maino.

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Daniel Cormier IS BACK, this time with a special DC check-in interview with UFC superstar Carlos Prates! Carlos and DC go into detail on the BRUTAL knockout win vs. Jack Della Maddalena and he reveals what he told JDM when he took him down. Prates also reflects on where he stands in the division, and tells DC he will fight the winner of Ian Garry and Islam Makhachev but is also willing to be a backup fighter for that fight. Plus, get Carlos' take on which fighter he wants next, and why Islam probably thinks he's the easiest fight of any of the top contenders! #Volume 

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In for Colin, Jason McIntyre reacts to Game 4 in the Western Conference Finals between the Thunder and Spurs as Victor Wembanyama stamps his name on the series. As the NFL season comes into view, discussions abound about Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, and Jason wants to know why it’s a make or break season for him.

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Thunder flopping bothers Jason, and he can’t ignore that it’s happening so much in the playoffs. NBA reporter Jovan Buha discusses the epidemic of flopping, the commentary around it in the NBA, and what it would take to bring Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Los Angeles Lakers in a trade.

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NFL insider, James Palmer joins Jason McIntyre to discuss the expectations for Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, and what will happen with wide receiver AJ Brown. Plus, with two quarterbacks on the Raiders roster, when is the right time to start rookie Fernando Mendoza? Yahoo Sports senior NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor discusses how the Spurs took down the Thunder in game 4, the vanishing act of Chet Holmgren and how the Thunder work the refs during games; plus, a sleeper team that could be in the mix for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Jason reacts live after Game 4 of the NBA playoff series between the OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. He breaks down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jared McCain trying to go up 3-1 on Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle in a crucial Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

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Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown as they break down four second year breakout candidates who you should be targeting in your 2026 fantasy football drafts!

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Jason reacts live after Game 3 of the NBA playoff series between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers. He breaks down Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns facing off against James Harden and Donovan Mitchell.

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Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to talk about Wemby’s dominance and why the Knicks could be in prime position to finally win their first championship since 1973

He ranks his top 10 players remaining in the NBA playoffs: Find out why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning back-to-back MVP, is NOT the number 1 player right now. 

Plus, former Pro Bowl QB Robert Griffin III joins the show reacting to BREAKING NFL NEWS: Aaron Rodgers announces this will be his final season of pro football.

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Max Holloway vs. Conor McGregor 2 is officially the MAIN EVENT of International Fight Week, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give his reaction to this major news in the UFC. DC says HE KNEW this fight was going down after having spoke to Holloway several months prior, and insists that losing the BMF title to Charles Oliveira got him closer to this opportunity. Despite many MMA fans and analysts thinking Conor was done with MMA, McGregor officially makes his comeback to the octagon July 11th. DC also argues that Nate Diaz would've been the better fight for Conor, with the Holloway fight coming with a lot more challenges for the former double champ. #Volume

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Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama's historic performance in the San Antonio Spurs' thrilling double overtime win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Has Wemby cemented himself as the best player in the world? Later, Nick reacts to Stephen A. Smith's back-and-forth with Boston Celtics' star guard Jaylen Brown and shares why Stephen A. is acting out of line. Next, Nick debates where SGA ranks among guards in NBA history after winning his second consecutive MVP award. Where does Shai slot in among Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, and the other historic guards? #Volume

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Colin’s top takes of the week.

First, Colin Cowherd is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss everything in sports & some fun non sports topics at the end. They start off reacting to the news that this season will be Aaron Rodgers' last in the NFL. They compare Rodgers' personality to Tom Brady's and discuss their careers. Next they hit a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is that the only thing that can stop a San Antonio dynasty with Victor Wembanyama? They discuss the Spurs future as well. 

Then, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to discuss the toughest NFL schedules, why international games are making travel even harder on teams, why the Bears schedule isn’t as difficult as advertised and why the expansion of the college football playoff will make the regular season better.

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TIMELINE

00:00 Aaron Rodgers & Steelers, Tom Brady

14:39 Giannis to Thunder, Wemby & Spurs

28:30 Toughest schedules

36:30 International NFL games

41:00 Bears schedule

51:00 Expanded college football playoff

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by AZ, the Brooklyn MC and hip hop legend, to celebrate the release of his new album ‘Doe or Die III.’ AZ breaks down how the project came together around the 30th anniversary of 'Do or Die,' tells Joe and Jada about his reunion with Nas on Mass Appeal, their iconic collaboration “Life’s a B***” off ‘Illmatic’ (a song that Joe says had him worried for his career), and the “Mo Money Mo Murder (Homicide)” video shoot that had Nas and Jay-Z hanging out before their industry-shaking beef kicked off. The three also drops gems of industry knowledge, breaking down how, as Jada’s “Why?” song starts, the rap labels are designed the keep the artists in debt.

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Jason reacts live after Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers. He breaks down Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns facing James Harden and Donovan Mitchell in a key game in the third round of the NBA playoffs.

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Colin Cowherd celebrates the Knicks going up 2-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals and explains why Jalen Brunson deserves credit for laying the foundation for this championship opportunity.

He analyzes the criticisms that reigning back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander “flops” too much. He cites recent data that suggests he does but points out his success still can’t be denied.

Thoughts on Matt Stafford's 1 year $55 Million dollar extension with the Rams

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NBA Champion Antonio Daniels joins the show to tell Colin why LeBron James should seriously consider leaving the Lakers if he wants to win another championship.

Colin talks about Bill Belichick doing damage control after his first season at UNC

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Tom Rinaldi stops by The Herd to talk about the the Indy 500 and the unfortunate passing of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch

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Colin Cowherd celebrates the Knicks going up 2-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals and explains why Jalen Brunson deserves credit for laying the foundation for this championship opportunity.

He analyzes the criticisms that reigning back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander “flops” too much. He cites recent data that suggests he does but points out his success still can’t be denied.

Plus, NBA Champion Antonio Daniels joins the show to tell Colin why LeBron James should seriously consider leaving the Lakers if he wants to win another championship.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to tackle some of the biggest conversations around the NFL.

John discusses the ongoing issues with early NFL kickoffs and why players, teams, and fans continue to debate the impact of scheduling on performance and viewership. He also dives into the Bears’ new stadium discussion and what the future could look like for one of the league’s iconic franchises.

Plus, a closer look at international travel in the NFL and how overseas games affect teams, preparation, and player recovery throughout the season.

John also breaks down the reality of tanking in the NFL—why it’s harder to pull off in football compared to other sports and whether teams actually benefit from trying to lose.

And with home-field advantage still playing a major role across the league, John explains why certain environments continue to matter more than others. He also discusses the importance of developing backup quarterbacks and why organizations that consistently build depth at the position give themselves a major edge.

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Former NFL stars Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette have a raw, unfiltered conversation breaking down Deion Sanders' comments defending his son Shedeur, arguing why he was UNFAIRLY TREATED by the NFL and Cleveland Browns during his rookie season. Fournette and Landry also discuss Rashee Rice's SHOCKING arrest and whether he will EVER play for the Kansas City Chiefs again. Fournette also gets BRUTALLY honest about why Jay Gruden SUCKS as a coach during his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and EXPOSES how coaches often let players they didn't draft go to PROVE A POINT. Landry and Fournette also dive into Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown's wedding with Jalen Hurts and get real about Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's relationship drama where things get complicated with his ex-fiancée's best friend.

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The NFL released the full 2026 regular season schedule last week, with new holiday slates, incredibly consequential prime time matchups and loads of international games. Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter dive into all the implications in a special two-part episode with data guru Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analysis.

In this episode, the trio discusses the legacy of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, the impact of international games on the league's popularity, and the widening delta in team rest disparities. They dive into the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles, and marvel at a full season of intentionally impactful prime time matchups. #Volume

0:03:00 - START

0:06:08 - WARREN SHARP JOINS

0:08:32 - PRIME TIME MATCHUPS

0:16:20 - REST DISPARITY

0:20:13 - CHICAGO BEARS SCHEDULE

0:30:45 - PHILADELPHIA EAGLES SCHEDULE

0:35:41 - ROGER GOODELL LEGACY

0:38:13 - INFLUENCE OF INTERNATIONAL GAMES

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It's looking like the Raiders finally have the right pieces in order

Colin talks to former NBA player Jim Jackson about the game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, injuries during the NBA season, Mike Brown coaching style with the Knicks, and more

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After the Thunder win game 2 of the Western Conference Finals over the Spurs, Colin Cowherd questions if their approach to shutting down Victor Wembanyama will sustain the rest of the series.

Thoughts on this upcoming NFL season being the last for Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers

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3-time Pro Bowl QB Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers announcing this will be his final season:

• When do QBs know when it’s time to retire?
• How does Rodgers compare to Tom Brady?
• What will Rodgers be remembered most for in his career?

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After the Thunder win game 2 of the Western Conference Finals over the Spurs, Colin Cowherd questions if their approach to shutting down Victor Wembanyama will sustain the rest of the series.3-time Pro Bowl QB Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers announcing this will be his final season:

• When do QBs know when it’s time to retire?
• How does Rodgers compare to Tom Brady?
• What will Rodgers be remembered most for in his career?

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff discusses how this will be Aaron Rodgers’ final season and what his legacy will look like when it’s all said and done.

John also dives into the excitement surrounding Brock Bowers, breaking down why the standout tight end has so much hype and how he could impact the next level right away.

Plus, more thoughts on the NFL’s growing international footprint and why the league continues to aggressively expand games across the globe. What does it mean for teams, players, and fans moving forward?

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of topics from around the football world.

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by Rick Ross, rap mogul, serial entrepreneur, and author of the new book 'Renaissance of a Boss.' Ross breaks down the origins of his beef with Drake, tells Joe and Jada how DJ Khaled facilitated the Miami x Cash Money collaborations, and chops it up about his relentless approach to securing the bag. Ross discusses his real estate philosophy, talks Joe out of his stage fright about upgrading his property, and breaks down the arc of all three of his books with ghostwriter Neil Beckham. Ross also breaks down the French Montana Verzuz, buying the Evander Holyfield mansion and turning it into one of Atlanta's biggest car shows, and his famous verse on Kanye West’s ”Devil in a New Dress.” Plus, Ross announces his 20-year anniversary tour kicking off in Miami May 29th with an orchestra and previews his new album 'Set in Stone,' dropping June 12th.

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This week on Show Me Something, Sophie Cunningham and West Wilson are back for Episode 40 — and there’s a LOT happening.

The crew celebrates the podcast’s major award nomination before diving headfirst into WNBA chaos, with Sophie giving a brutally honest update on the Indiana Fever’s early season growing pains, why she thinks this team can become elite with a roster that features Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Lexie Hull, plus the hilarious story behind her accidental shot-block celebration.

West and Sophie break down the wild Victor Wembanyama NBA playoff takeover in Game 1 of the series between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder, why pro athletes supporting other leagues is actually the coolest thing ever, and what really makes home court such a weapon.

Then it gets delightfully unhinged: fake celebrity scam accounts stealing fans’ money, MLB players getting told to stop their very questionable celebration, a shocking baseball animal cruelty scandal, Bumble handing your love life over to AI, and the bizarre superstitions athletes swear by when they’re in a slump and Sophie’s emotional attachment to old makeup brushes.

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3:30 - Sophie got a block! 
3:50 - refs are doing a good job
5:25 - improving our team defense
8:30 - How is your body feeling? 
9:00 - How to avoid identity theft 
10:00 - Sophie feels bad about imposters 
13:00 - Summer House reunion photos
13:30 - AD BREAK 
14:00 - Next game vs. the Portland Fire 
14:30 - Indiana Fever protecting home court
14:50 - Home vs Road advantage? 
16:00 - Indiana Fever Fan shoutout (Opening Clip)
17:00 - New WNBA Cities doing well! 
18:00 - officiating talk 
18:30 - Glad they making calls early, great officiating 
19:00 - Learning the new roster, lineups and schemes 
20:30 - NBA Playoff defenses are exciting 
21:00  - MLB Orioles Group thrusting cells 
24:00 - Edwin Diaz Cockfighting scandal 
27:00 - Bumble new Assistant 
29:00 - West fake raya account
30:00 - MLB Cal Raleigh Slump & Shower 
32:00 - PARTY IN THE U.S.A. West’s Theme Song 
33:00 - Sophie’s favorite hairbrush or great night in clothes

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Colin Cowherd is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss everything in sports & some fun non sports topics at the end. They start off reacting to the news that this season will be Aaron Rodgers' last in the NFL. They compare Rodgers' personality to Tom Brady's and discuss their careers. Next they hit a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is that the only thing that can stop a San Antonio dynasty with Victor Wembanyama? They discuss the Spurs future as well. NBA Draft is next week, Ryen gives his take on the top prospects. Colin gives his theories on GLP-1s in a classic Cowherd rant. Lastly they discuss Ryen's time at Barstool.

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TIMELINE

00:00 Aaron Rodgers & Steelers, Tom Brady

14:39 Giannis to Thunder, Wemby & Spurs

28:33 NBA Draft

32:49 GLP-1s

42:15 Barstool 

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Osa Odighizuwa joins Richard Sherman for an in-depth conversation about being traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the San Francisco 49ers shortly after signing an $80 million extension. Osa reveals his honest reaction to the trade, why he believes the 49ers’ attacking defensive scheme and legendary defensive line coach Kris Kocurek will unlock the best season of his career, and how he’s already building chemistry with stars like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner. He also opens up about mental health, gratitude, and using the trade as motivation to help bring another Super Bowl to San Francisco. Plus, Osa shares the one game he has circled on the schedule: Cowboys vs. 49ers.

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Only four NBA squads remain in contention for the Larry O'Brien Trophy, as the best basketball teams in the world battle on the hardwood. Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter welcome back NBA expert Jason Timpf of the Hoops Tonight podcast to break down the NBA Conference Finals from a betting perspective.

The San Antonio Spurs sent shockwaves across the sporting world with an otherworldly performance in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals last night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fell short against Victor Wembanyama, who put on one of the greatest playoff displays in basketball history. Do they have what it takes to finish off the defending champions?

In the Eastern Conference Finals, Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have the favored New York Knicks ready punch their tickets to the NBA Finals against Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. With Madison Square Garden will be rocking like never before, do the Cavs stand a chance in the Big Apple? Chad, Simon, and Jason offer their best bets, picks and predictions on all the NBA playoff action. #Volume #Herd

0:03:00 - START

0:05:47 - GUEST JASON TIMPF

0:06:40 - WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS PREDICTIONS

0:24:13 - SPURS THUNDER GAME 2 BEST BETS

0:31:33 - CAVALIERS VS. KNICKS PICKS & PREDICTIONS

0:49:30 - NBA FINALS BETTING PICKS & PREDICTIONS

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Colin Cowherd discusses the Knicks incredible 22-point comeback in the 4th quarter to steal game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Colin details why the Knicks were able to pull off this rally and the flaw they exposed in the Cavaliers.

Thoughts on the story coming that LeBron James will not take the veteran minimum salary next season

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Plus, former Pro Bowl QB Robert Griffin III joins the show reacting to BREAKING NFL NEWS: Aaron Rodgers announces this will be his final season of pro football

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He ranks his top 10 players remaining in the NBA playoffs: Find out why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning back-to-back MVP, is NOT the number 1 player right now.

Colin takes to Rachel Nichols about the NBA playoffs including the Cavs epic collapse last night against the Knicks

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Colin Cowherd discusses the Knicks incredible 22-point comeback in the 4th quarter to steal game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Colin details why the Knicks were able to pull off this rally and the flaw they exposed in the Cavaliers. 

He ranks his top 10 players remaining in the NBA playoffs: Find out why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning back-to-back MVP, is NOT the number 1 player right now. 

Plus, former Pro Bowl QB Robert Griffin III joins the show reacting to BREAKING NFL NEWS: Aaron Rodgers announces this will be his final season of pro football.

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On this episode of The Lovable Reunion, Dexter Fowler joins David Ross and Anthony Rizzo to look back at their time together on the Chicago Cubs. They discuss their favorite memories from the 2016 season, including stories about the MLB All-Star Game, Joe Maddon, Bill Murray, being on ‘Saturday Night Live’ after winning the World Series, and more moments from inside the clubhouse.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to discuss the latest headlines across the sports world, starting with Rashee Rice’s legal situation and the potential implications moving forward.

John also talks about Victor Wembanyama’s rise to superstardom and why the young NBA phenom already feels like one of the most unique athletes in sports.

Plus, a deeper look at the NFL’s continued international expansion and why the league keeps pushing games overseas. John also reacts to Brendan Sorsby suing the NCAA and what the case could mean in the ever-changing world of college athletics.

Other topics include the awkward JSN trophy gaffe making the rounds online and Nashville being named the site for a future Super Bowl host city.

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering everything happening around the NFL and beyond. All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out.

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Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s incredible performance for the San Antonio Spurs against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is SGA’s lackluster Game 1 a sign of things to come or an aberration for Nick Wright’s 9th best guard of all time? Plus, reactions to Dylan Harper’s huge night, Jalen Williams’ return, and more. Then, Nick previews the New York Knicks - Cleveland Cavaliers Eastern Conference Finals featuring a clash between Jalen Brunson and Donovan Mitchell! And what does Nick make of Stephen A. Smith & Jaylen Brown clashing? #Volume

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Colin Cowherd reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s monster night in game 1 of the Western Conference Finals scoring 41 points and adding 24 rebounds in a double overtime win over the reigning champion Thunder. Colin states that Wemby is now the face of the league and established himself as the best player in the league.

Colin also talks about Aaron Rodgers officially returning the Steelers for another season and how the end of his career compares to Tom Brady.

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Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to talk about Wemby’s dominance and why the Knicks could be in prime position to finally win their first championship since 1973.

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Colin previews game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Knicks and the Cavaliers, the coaching style of Knicks HC Mike Brown, what to expect from the NY Giants this season, and more

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Colin Cowherd reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s monster night in game 1 of the Western Conference Finals scoring 41 points and adding 24 rebounds in a double overtime win over the reigning champion Thunder. Colin states that Wemby is now the face of the league and established himself as the best player in the league.

Colin also talks about Aaron Rodgers officially returning the Steelers for another season and how the end of his career compares to Tom Brady.

Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to talk about Wemby’s dominance and why the Knicks could be in prime position to finally win their first championship since 1973.

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Jason reacts to Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals between the OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. He breaks down how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams lead the way for Oklahoma City and how Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and De'Aaron Fox try and steal Game 1 on the road.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to Aaron Rodgers returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers and breaks down what it means for the franchise, the AFC playoff picture, and expectations heading into the season.

John also discusses how the NFL continues to prioritize streamers and media partners, examining the league’s evolving relationship with streaming platforms and what it means for fans watching games across multiple services.

Plus, thoughts on preseason football—how teams approach it today, whether it still matters, and what coaches are really looking for before Week 1.

The episode also features another edition of Dad Diaries, with John sharing stories and experiences from life away from football.

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering your questions and covering a wide range of NFL topics.

All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out.

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Nick Wright reacts to Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers dominating Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons in Game 7 to set up an Eastern Conference Finals with Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks. Nick makes his series prediction for who comes out of the East as well as for who wins the juggernaut Western Conference Finals between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. Later, Nick discusses SGA winning NBA MVP for the second consecutive season and where OKC's guard now ranks among the greatest players in league history... has he entered the top 5 guards of all-time? #Volume

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Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in just 17 SECONDS to win by an armbar submission in Netflix's MVP MMA card's main event. Friend of the show Ben Askren joins Daniel Cormier in breaking down the Ronda-Gina fight, and giving their reaction to the rest of the card! The guys are adamant that Francis Ngannou needs a more challenging opponent after knocking out Philipe Lins in the first round, despite being 39 years old. Also, the guys talk about Mike Perry's brutal TKO win vs. Nate Diaz and Nate's vintage post-fight rant after the loss. And don't miss the guys break down the card and compare the Netflix and Jake Paul MVP product to the UFC's. #Volume

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Colin Cowherd discusses Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming the 8th straight internationally born NBA MVP. He points out the key flaw with American basketball culture that has brought us to this point.

Thoughts on Aaron Rodgers signing a 1 year dear with the Steelers

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Colin shares this week’s Where Colin Was Right, Where Colin Was Wrong – Colin explains why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Anthony Edwards & the Timberwolves

Thoughts on the NBA playoffs including SGA winning the MVP

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NFL analyst Geoff Schwartz joins the show to tell Colin what the expectations are for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense plus why the Chiefs got a brutal scheduling break as Patrick Mahomes hopes to bounce back from missing the playoffs

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Colin Cowherd discusses Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming the 8th straight internationally born NBA MVP. He points out the key flaw with American basketball culture that has brought us to this point.

Colin shares this week’s Where Colin Was Right, Where Colin Was Wrong – Colin explains why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Anthony Edwards & the Timberwolves.

NFL analyst Geoff Schwartz joins the show to tell Colin what the expectations are for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense plus why the Chiefs got a brutal scheduling break as Patrick Mahomes hopes to bounce back from missing the playoffs.

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