The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Colin’s top takes of the week.

First, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft.

They begin by discussing the backlash to the  Bears taking speedster Zayvian Johnson and Colin explains that if any coach picked him, it may not be a great pick…but with Ben Johnson as coach it can work (2:30). 

They move to the Rams & Colin argues that while their draft won’t grade well… outside of Ty Simpson, the Rams are drafting for the near term while they still have Matt Stafford and John believes Simpson wasn’t talented enough to justify the 13th pick (8:30) and Colin lauds the Cowboys for focusing on improving their defense as well by getting the steal of the draft in Caleb Downs (13:30). 

Then, Colin is  joined by legendary sportswriter, commentator and the Director of Sports Journalism at Northwestern University, J.A. Adande to talk about his new sports podcast with Chuck Todd called “Dynastic”, which does deep dives into some of the most legendary franchises in sports history.

They begin with the LIV Tour looking like it’s going belly up and why it wasn’t treated seriously by the broadcast networks & sports media. They discuss the questionable  ethics of LIV being funded by the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund and the potential of that type of money flowing into the coffers of other American sports leagues (21:30). 

Finally, they discuss the longstanding MJ vs LeBron debate and  compare the major differences in the eras they play in, and J.A. explains that there were two different eras of Michael Jordan and how Jordan eventually became trapped by his fame (28:30). 

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Jason reacts to the Minnesota Timberwolves beating the Denver Nuggets, earning them a right to play the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the NBA playoffs. He breaks down the matchup problems that Victor Wembanyama creates and how Rudy Gobert, Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, and Jaden McDaniels will have to attack.

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Nick Wright reacts to Dave McMenamin's ESPN interview with LeBron James, detailing his relationship with Michael Jordan, continued problems from a 2021 injury with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his life after basketball as he finishes his 23rd NBA season. #Volume

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Colin Cowherd gives the Knicks credit for their historic blow out of the Hawks to close out their 1st round series vs the Hawks but Colin cautions against automatically calling the Knicks title contenders in the East.

Colin looks at the 76ers pushing the Celtics to game 7 of their playoff series and why despite Boston’s talent there’s a critical flaw to the team that finished 2nd in the Eastern Conference this year.

He comes to the defense of LeBron James as the Lakers head to game 6

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Robert Mays from The Athletic joins the show and explains why it’s time for the Steelers to move on from Aaron Rodgers and find their QB of the future

Colin talks about the possible future for the Chiefs and how he feels they did in the Draft

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Colin talks to Brian Baldinger from the NFL Network about the Cowboys last season, how they are handling the offseason, how long it takes to see if someone can play after being drafted, the Chiefs moving up in the draft, the Rams selecting Ty Simpson, and more

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Colin Cowherd gives the Knicks credit for their historic blow out of the Hawks to close out their 1st round series vs the Hawks but Colin cautions against automatically calling the Knicks title contenders in the East.

Colin looks at the 76ers pushing the Celtics to game 7 of their playoff series and why despite Boston’s talent there’s a critical flaw to the team that finished 2nd in the Eastern Conference this year.

Plus, Robert Mays from The Athletic joins the show and explains why it’s time for the Steelers to move on from Aaron Rodgers and find their QB of the future.

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Colin talks to former Oklahoma State HC Mike Gundy about expanding the college football playoff, Arch Manning's first year as a starter, Patrick Mahomes' college career, and more

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into the philosophy of taking big swings in the NFL Draft—when it pays off, when it backfires, and which teams weren’t afraid to bet on upside this year.

John also reacts to Kyle Shanahan breaking down the 49ers’ draft class, giving insight into how San Francisco approached their picks and what it means for their roster moving forward.

Plus, Fugazi Friday returns as John talks about the biggest problem in ALL hotel rooms.

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

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by Remy Ma. Remy breaks down launching the Remy Network and giving independent creators a real platform, tells Jada the art of decoding Joe’s stories, and explains that after 20 years since the release of her debut album ‘There’s Something About Remy: Based On A True Story’ she feels like it’s time to wake up the female rap game again. The three longtime friends also talk about how clout-chasing has reached new levels during the social media era, Joe reveals the eye-popping bag Charlamagne finessed with his network, Remy confronts Jada for not putting her in his top five of female emcees, and Remy tells hilarious stories about Fat Joe being the godfather to her daughter.

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Nick Wright breaks down LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Houston Rockets... how nervous should LA fans should be? Then, Nick reacts to Cade Cunningham outdueling Paolo Banchero in the Detroit Pistons' Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic as well as Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers pulling away from the Toronto Raptors for a 3-2 series lead. After, Nick predicts the outcomes of the Game 6s between Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers, Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks, and Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Colin Cowherd breaks down the Lakers loss to the Rockets failing to close out their playoff series vs Houston after taking a commanding 3-0 lead.

He talks about Cowboys WR George Pickens finally signing his franchise tag and while he’s talented, Colin wonders how much it will translating to winning for Dallas.

NBA analyst Rachel Nichols joins the show to tell Colin why the Knicks have had their hands full with the Hawks in the first round of the playoffs.

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Colin talks to former Eagles and Jaguars HC Doug Pederson about Jalen Hurts, the Rams selecting Ty Simpson in the Draft, backing up a star QB, and more

He explains why the NFL is the league of hope

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Colin Cowherd breaks down the Lakers loss to the Rockets failing to close out their playoff series vs Houston after taking a commanding 3-0 lead. Colin explains why the Lakers are struggling to finish despite having LeBron James and the return of Austin Reaves.

He talks about Cowboys WR George Pickens finally signing his franchise tag and while he’s talented, Colin wonders how much it will translating to winning for Dallas.

Plus, NBA analyst Rachel Nichols joins the show to tell Colin why the Knicks have had their hands full with the Hawks in the first round of the playoffs.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reveals how the Los Angeles Rams had their sights set on Ty Simpson well before the draft, breaking down the pre-draft process and why Sean McVay’s group was locked in on their guy. What does it say about Simpson’s future in L.A.?

John also dives into the ongoing Mike Vrabel storyline that just won’t go away, unpacking the latest developments and what it could mean for his future in the league.

Plus, the Cleveland Browns appear poised to roll with Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback—John discusses the decision, the risks involved, and what it means for the team heading into the season.

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

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One of America's most cherished Rites of Spring, the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This is the perfect event for sports fans and gamblers looking to turn a small investment into a big payday, with limitless opportunities and a massive parimutuel pool. To help them build some winning Kentucky Derby slips, betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter welcome back one of their favorite annual guests, effervescent horse racing handicapper Mike Conti. 

Together they discuss what makes "The Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports" unique as both a sporting event and betting bonanza, and how to approach betting a race of this magnitude. Mike Conti provides guidance on how to wisely build your exactas and trifecta tickets and manage your bankroll, and which thoroughbred horses he will be tossing from consideration. Top contenders Renegade, Commandment, Further Ado, Chief Wallabee, and The Puma will be in the starting gate for this Run For The Roses, and famous trainers Todd Pletcher and Bob Baffert are once again in the mix. We also get our guests's expert picks and predictions for the Kentucky Oaks, and several other races taking place at Churchill Downs on both Friday and Derby Day. Plus, a fascinating breakdown of how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the horseracing side of parimutuel betting. #Volume

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0:18:00 - WHAT MAKES THE KENTUCKY DERBY UNIQUE

0:26:57 - FAVORITE DERBY LONGSHOT HORSES

0:29:19 - KENTUCKY DERBY BEST BETS & EXACTAS

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Colin is  joined by legendary sportswriter, commentator and the Director of Sports Journalism at Northwestern University, J.A. Adande to talk about his new sports podcast with Chuck Todd called “Dynastic”, which does deep dives into some of the most legendary franchises in sports history.

They begin with the LIV Tour looking like it’s going belly up and why it wasn’t treated seriously by the broadcast networks & sports media. They discuss the questionable  ethics of LIV being funded by the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund and the potential of that type of money flowing into the coffers of other American sports leagues (3:30). 

They move to Dynastic choosing the 70s Steelers as one of their first dynasties to cover, and what J.A. learned about covering that team. J.A. explains how the Steelers were ahead of the curve on drafting from HBCUs and why being racially progressive was a huge reason for their success (10:30).

They pivot to the Dodgers and discuss the lasting legacy of Sonny Koufax despite his career being so short, and why international players have long been a key to the Dodgers success (16:00).

They discuss the longstanding MJ vs LeBron debate and  compare the major differences in the eras they play in, and J.A. explains that there were two different eras of Michael Jordan and how Jordan eventually became trapped by his fame (25:00). 

They break down the massive changes to college sports in the NIL era and why it’s ultimately been a net positive for both the athletes and the fans and J.A. argues they should professionalize the relationship with player contracts (30:30).

Finally, they discuss the current state of sports journalism and J.A. emphasizes the distinction between sports journalism & sports media, and explains his worries about the future of the journalistic side of the business (36:00). 

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Carlos Ulberg, the UFC's new light heavyweight champion after his knockout win vs. Jiri Prochazka, makes HIS DEBUT on the Daniel Cormier show! Ulberg talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and how being in foster care during his childhood helped shape the man and champion he is today. The champ gets into the viral comments made by Jiri Prochazka following the title fight at UFC 327 in Miami, and why he wasn't in his right state of mind when he called him out and said he "showed mercy." Carlos also reveals why he ended his rugby career short and eventually decided he'd take on fighting full time. And don't miss Ulberg talk about a potential fight with Alex Pereira, his ACL injury and the rehab process, and so much more! #Volume #herd

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The 2026 NFL Draft is a wrap! From Fernando Mendoza to Mr. Irrelevant, this year's Draft leaves much to discuss in this episode, sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/SHARPORSQUARE and use SHARPORSQUARE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.

Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter welcome back NFL Draft betting guru Derek Brown of FantasyPros to discuss the betting results of their favorite picks and predictions, including Ty Simpson's first round shocker to the L.A. Rams, Jeremiyah Love's new contract with the Arizona Cardinals, and Caleb Downs sliding to the Dallas Cowboys.

Today our trio judge the best and worst NFL Draft performances, look at who got the most bang for their Draft buck, which teams seemed incoherent in their strategy, and more. #Volume

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Colin Cowherd wants Knicks fans to relax following their win over the Hawks. 

Thoughts on Luka Doncic possibly not being healthy enough to play in the next round 

He discusses Aaron Rodgers potentially returning as the QB of the Steelers and why the 4-time MVP deserves a ton of credit for taking less money at this point in his career.

Rams head coach and Super Bowl champion Sean McVay joins the show to talk about their shocking decision to draft QB Ty Simpson after Matthew Stafford’s MVP season.  

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Colin gives his disapproval of the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams 

He talks to NBA analyst Jason Timpf about the NBA playoffs including LeBron James carrying the Lakers on his back

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Colin talks to Fox Sports NFL analyst Greg Olsen about number 1 pick Fernando Mendoza and if he should be the starting QB week 1 of the season for the Raiders.

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Colin Cowherd wants Knicks fans to relax following their win over the Hawks. He reminds New Yorkers they were big favorites entering the series and they don’t get extra credit for doing exactly what they should have done to begin with.

He discusses Aaron Rodgers potentially returning as the QB of the Steelers and why the 4-time MVP deserves a ton of credit for taking less money at this point in his career.

Rams head coach and Super Bowl champion Sean McVay joins the show to talk about their shocking decision to draft QB Ty Simpson after Matthew Stafford’s MVP season.  

Colin also talks to Fox Sports NFL analyst Greg Olsen about number 1 pick Fernando Mendoza and if he should be the starting QB week 1 of the season for the Raiders.

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Former NFL star and future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski sits down with Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette for a real, unfiltered conversation about life in the NFL. Gronk shares epic stories from his days with the 2020 Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers, breaking down their run and how the team should've won TWO rings. Fournette brings up the time he straight-up FINESSED $15K out of Gronk, and doesn't hold back calling him out for "allegedly" cheating in the 2018 AFC Championship game with the New England Patriots. Gronk gets honest about what it's like playing alongside Tom Brady and reveals why coach Bruce Arians might've given him his best years in the league compared to Bill Belichick. The guys also dive into Gronk's craziest party stories and talk about which people he'd actually want to party with the most.

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss celebrate the 100th episode of Joe and Jada with an all-star lineup of guests. Styles P chops it up about why you can't trust anyone in the music business, CC Sabathia tells Joe and Jada about his recent knee replacement surgery and recovery, Tahiry Jose breaks down who really messed up the dating game between rappers and athletes, Benny the Butcher and Fuego Base discuss their new project 'Ashes in the Safe' and gift the guys custom Buffalo Bills jerseys, Rip Michaels talks Nick Cannon and ‘Wild ’N Out,’ DJ Technician reflects on the iconic Verzuz moment between The Lox and Dipset, and Tony Sunshine pulls up to keep the celebration going. Plus, Joe shares a wild story about meeting "the algorithm" at a Beverly Hills deli, Jada gets fitted for his custom Carbone suit, and the guys toast some 1800 for the show’s milestone.

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21:00 CC Sabathia

47:00 DJ Technician

55:00 Tahiry Jose

1:03:00 Benny the Butcher & Fuego Base

1:24:00 Dahved Levy

1:32:00 Rip Michaels

1:44:00 Tony Sunshine

1:58:00 Motivating Fat Joe to do a pull up

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On this episode of The Lovable Reunion, David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are joined by former Chicago Cubs pitchers Jake Arrieta and John Lackey. They discuss Arrieta and Lackey’s MLB careers, the evolution of pitchers in baseball, how the 2015 Cubs set the stage for their World Series championship one year later in 2016, the wild Cubs-Pirates 2015 Wild Card game, facing the Dodgers and Giants in the 2016 postseason, coming back from down 3-1 against the Cleveland Indians, and more incredible stories from their time as teammates.

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Nick Wright recaps Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets steadying the ship against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their NBA Playoff series. Next, Nick reacts to Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic going up 3-1 against Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons... is it time to consider this series a wrap? Then, Nick deep dives into Game 5 between LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets, and Austin Reaves' potential return. And what does Nick make of Kevin Durant's bizarre absence from the Rockets' bench? #Volume

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Colin Cowherd defends Rams head coach Sean McVay and LA’s surprising draft choice to take Alabama QB Ty Simpson after Matthew Stafford’s MVP season by pointing out the key detail people are overlooking

His gives his thoughts and approval of Mavericks F Cooper Flagg winning Rookie of the Year

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Colin shares his Herd Hierarchy ranking the top 10 NFL teams following free agency and the draft: he makes the case the Chiefs are back in as Super Bowl contenders.

Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to celebrate LeBron James as a top 10 player in the playoffs right now at 41 years old.

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Robert Griffin III stops by The Herd to talk about the aftermath of the NFL Draft, Sean McVay and the Rams, the future of Aaron Rodgers and more

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Colin Cowherd defends Rams head coach Sean McVay and LA’s surprising draft choice to take Alabama QB Ty Simpson after Matthew Stafford’s MVP season by pointing out the key detail people are overlooking.

Colin shares his Herd Hierarchy ranking the top 10 NFL teams following free agency and the draft: he makes the case the Chiefs are back in as Super Bowl contenders.

Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to celebrate LeBron James as a top 10 player in the playoffs right now at 41 years old.

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NFL Hall of Famer Charles Woodson joins Richard Sherman for an all-time defensive back conversation. Woodson breaks down his legendary journey from the Oakland Raiders to winning a Super Bowl with the Green Bay Packers, sharing stories about Raiders culture, playing under Al Davis, and what made those teams special. He also dives into his Heisman season at Michigan, his versatility as a DB, and how he became one of the greatest playmakers in NFL history.

Sherman and Woodson go deep on:

• The mindset behind interceptions and forcing turnovers
• Raiders vs. Packers culture differences
• What separates good DBs from all-time greats
• The evolution of the cornerback position
• GOAT debates and top defensive backs ever

This is a masterclass from two of the smartest defensive minds to ever play the game.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into the Steelers getting scooped by the Cowboys in the Lemon trade and what it says about how quickly deals come together in the NFL. Did Pittsburgh miss an opportunity, or did Dallas simply outmaneuver them at the right time?

John also takes a broader look at this year’s draft classes—who stood out, which teams helped themselves the most, and where some organizations may have come up short.

Plus, is the pressure starting to mount on Giants GM Joe Schoen? John discusses where things stand in New York and whether his seat is getting hot.

He also reacts to the news of Brendan Sorsby entering rehab for gambling, addressing the seriousness of the situation and what it could mean for his future.

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

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Colin Cowherd gives his big takeaways from the NFL Draft:

• Why the Raiders are making all the right moves around Fernando Mendoza
• Why the Giants are in prime position to turn things around with John Harbaugh
• Why the Chiefs are prepared to be back in Super Bowl contention

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Where Colin was right and where he was wrong

Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to tell Colin why the Rams made the right call drafting QB Ty Simpson despite Matthew Stafford winning the MVP last season.

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Colin talks to Chris Broussard about the NBA playoffs so far

More thoughts on the NFL Draft

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Colin Cowherd gives his big takeaways from the NFL Draft:

• Why the Raiders are making all the right moves around Fernando Mendoza
• Why the Giants are in prime position to turn things around with John Harbaugh
• Why the Chiefs are prepared to be back in Super Bowl contention

Plus, Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to tell Colin why the Rams made the right call drafting QB Ty Simpson despite Matthew Stafford winning the MVP last season.

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff breaks down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ draft and what their selections say about the team’s direction moving forward. Did they do enough to stay competitive in a loaded AFC, or are there still major questions to answer?

John also revisits the Rams’ decision to take Ty Simpson, diving into how he fits in Los Angeles and what the pick means for the future of the franchise.

Plus, a full look at the San Francisco 49ers’ draft—how they approached their roster needs and whether they did enough to keep their Super Bowl window wide open.

Later, the SEC once again leads the way with the most players selected in the NFL Draft. John discusses what continues to separate the conference and why it remains the premier pipeline to the league.

From certain team breakdowns to big-picture draft trends, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out.

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Jason reacts live to another set of Game 4s in the first round of the NBA playoffs including LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers battling Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics vs. the Philadelphia 76ers, Victor Wembanyama's possible return in San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland Trail Blazers, and James Harden and Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers against the Toronto Raptors.

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Colin is  joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft.

Colin begins by arguing that GM Brett Veach of the Chiefs drafts predictably & he can’t figure out 49ers GM John Lynch, and John explains that Lynch doesn’t run the 49ers draft… head coach Kyle Shanahan does (3:00).

They discuss the backlash to the  Bears taking speedster Zayvian Johnson and Colin explains that if any coach picked him, it may not be a great pick…but with Ben Johnson as coach it can work (9:00). 

They move to the Rams & Colin argues that while their draft won’t grade well… outside of Ty Simpson, the Rams are drafting for the near term while they still have Matt Stafford and John believes Simpson wasn’t talented enough to justify the 13th pick (15:00).

Colin believes the Raiders crushed the draft and Fernando Mendoza could change the trajectory of the franchise (25:00), and they discuss the impact of NIL creating less seasoned, older prospects with multiple years of high-end college football experience in the later rounds (28:30). 

They break down the Chiefs draft and why it made total sense for them to draft 3 defensive players with their three Top 40 picks (31:30), and Colin lauds the Cowboys for focusing on improving their defense as well by getting the steal of the draft in Caleb Downs (37:00). 

They debate whether Carson Beck will see the field for the Cardinals in his first season (45:00), and they each predict four teams that didn’t make the playoffs last season that will make the playoffs in 2026 (48:00). 

Finally, they react to the Steelers choosing Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (54:00). 

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Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books and has reshaped the landscape for your Dynasty rookie drafts even further! The crew was live on the FantasyPros YouTube channel, breaking down every selection pick-by-pick. The episode features our analysis from the stream on every fantasy-relevant selection from Rounds 2 and 3. Listen to our thoughts on what these landing spots mean for your Redraft and Dynasty leagues.

Join the crew as we analyze the landing spots for the newest wide receivers, a plethora of tight ends, and the lone running back who heard his name called on Friday night. We break down who saw their value skyrocket, which selections we weren't impressed with, and which veterans are now looking over their shoulders.

Join us again on the FantasyPros Dynasty YouTube channel on Saturday night at 7 PM ET to get your dynasty questions answered and to hear our overall dynasty thoughts on the draft as a whole.

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Intro - 0:00:00
De'Zhaun Stribling (WR, 49ers) - 0:00:52
Russell Brown's analysis on Stribling - 0:03:47
Denzel Boston (WR, Browns) - 0:04:57
Germie Bernard (WR, Steelers) - 0:10:12
Eli Stowers (TE, Eagles) - 0:14:51
Nate Boerkircher (TE, Jaguars) - 0:21:54
Marlin Klein (TE, Texans) - 0:26:46
Max Klare (TE, Rams) - 0:29:20
Pat's analysis on Stribling - 0:33:36
Carson Beck (QB, Cardinals) - 0:34:34
Eli Stowers vs. Kenyon Sadiq analysis - 0:36:59
Sam Roush (TE, Bears) - 0:39:02
Antonio Williams (WR, Commanders) - 0:40:52
Ty Simpson analysis - 0:44:01
Oscar Delp (TE, Saints) - 0:46:51
Malachi Fields (WR, Giants) - 0:47:10
Dynasty Draft Simulator - 0:49:34
Harold Fannin's value with KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston? - 0:49:59
Caleb Douglas (WR, Dolphins) - 0:52:14
Drew Allar (QB, Steelers) - 0:52:43
Zachariah Branch (WR, Falcons) - 0:55:16
Ja'Kobi Lane (WR, Ravens) - 0:57:31
Chris Brazzell II (WR, Panthers) - 1:00:04
Join our Day 3 stream on Saturday, 4/25 at 7 PM ET on the FantasyPros Dynasty YouTube channel - 1:03:01
Ted Hurst (WR, Buccaneers) - 1:04:05
Caleb Douglas analysis - 1:05:02
Will Kacmarek (WR, Dolphins) - 1:05:59
Zavion Thomas (WR, Bears) - 1:06:54
Kaelon Black (RB, 49ers) - 1:08:37
Chris Bell (WR, Dolphins) - 1:10:01
Eli Raridon (TE, Patriots) - 1:11:37

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Nick Wright reacts to Round 1 of the NFL Draft including his Kansas City Chiefs trading up with the Cleveland Browns for LSU CB Mansoor Delane as well as taking Clemson DT Peter Woods at pick 29. Has KC best positioned themselves for another Super Bowl run as Patrick Mahomes returns from his ACL injury? Later, Nick reacts to the Los Angeles Rams' stunning selection of Alabama QB Ty Simpson before giving instant breakdowns of ALL 32 picks! Then, Nick turns his attention to the NBA Playoffs, where Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves have now taken a 2-1 lead over Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets, CJ McCollum hits another game-winner for the Atlanta Hawks to take a 2-1 series lead over Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks, and the Toronto Raptors have taken Game 3 from Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers. #Volume

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Jason reacts to Saturday night of the NBA playoffs including two Game 4s between the Minnesota Timberwolves & Denver Nuggets + New York Knicks & Atlanta Hawks as well as two Game 3s between the Detroit Pistons & Orlando Magic + Oklahoma City Thunder & Phoenix Suns. He breaks down how Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert fare against Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, if Jalen Brunson can right the ship against CJ McCollum, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's matchup with Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks, and Cade Cunningham vs. Paolo Banchero's latest battle.

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The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and the fantasy football landscape has been completely reshaped! The crew was live on the FantasyPros YouTube channel, breaking down every selection pick-by-pick. The episode features our analysis from the stream on every fantasy-relevant selection from Round 1. Listen to our thoughts on what these landing spots mean for your Redraft and Dynasty leagues.

We’re diving deep into the massive RB shakeups in Arizona and Seattle, the Raiders' new franchise signal-caller, and which wide receivers landed in the best positions to produce on Day 1. Whether you're preparing for a 2026 rookie draft or looking for an edge in your home league, this episode is essential listening.

Join us again on the FantasyPros YouTube channel on Friday night at 6:30 PM ET for our live coverage of Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft. 

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Intro - 0:00:00
Fernando Mendoza (QB , Raiders) - 0:00:59
Jeremiyah Love (RB, Cardinals) - 0:07:48
Carnell Tate (WR, Titans) - 0:11:58
Jordyn Tyson (WR, Saints) - 0:17:05
Ty Simpson (QB, Rams) - 0:21:31
Kenyon Sadiq (TE, Jets) - 0:26:06
Makai Lemon (WR, Eagles) - 0:32:03
KC Concepcion (WR, Browns) - 0:36:44
Bogs' thoughts on Ty Simpson going to the Rams - 0:39:39
Funny Makai Lemon Story - 0:42:17
Omar Cooper Jr. (WR, Jets) - 0:42:58
Jadarian Price (RB, Seahawks) - 0:47:19

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Where Colin was right and where he was wrong

Thoughts on the Lakers going up 2-0 against the Rockets thanks to LeBron James

Colin Cowherd goes all-in breaking down the first round of the NFL draft. Colin defends the Rams for their surprising selection of Alabama QB following Matthew Stafford’s MVP season

Plus, NFL reporter Albert Breer joins the show to tell Colin how the Cowboys ended up with the steal of the draft getting Caleb Downs from Ohio State

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Jason reacts LIVE to the NBA playoff Game 3s on Friday night, the San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland Trail Blazers, Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets, and Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics. He reacts to the possible return of Victor Wembanyama, the latest LeBron James vs. Kevin Durant battle, and how Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown fare vs. Tyrese Maxey.

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John reacts to Day 2 of the NFL Draft. Have the Jets won the first two days of the draft? Are the Eagles making moves that will make them a much better team? All that and more!

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Colin’s top takes of the week.

First, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft.

They start with the Rams drafting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at pick #13 and why it was shocking for them to pick him so high after a limited sample size in college, but Colin argues if anyone can turn Simpson into a great quarterback…it’s Sean McVay (3:00).

Colin heaps praise on the Cowboys for drafting Caleb Downs and highlights the massive upgrades Dallas has made to their defense rather than paying Micah Parsons (10:30). They agree that the Bucs got great value in taking Reuben Bain at #15 after experts projected him as a top 10 pick (13:45). 

They discuss the Chiefs moving up to #6 to take cornerback Mansoor Delane and both agree they had no issues with the trade up to get a much cheaper replacement for Trent McDuffie (15:00). Colin argues that both New York teams did well with their combined 4 first round picks and doesn’t see any busts in the group (18:30). 

Then, he’s joined by Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight”

They discuss the controversy and backlash surrounding the NBA playoffs being paywalled behind streaming services and agree it’s no different than games being on cable TV (25:00) and what the league can do to address the epidemic of tanking (31:00)

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The first round of the NFL Draft is in the books—and it did NOT disappoint. Richard Sherman and Mitchell break down all the biggest moments from a wild night: from shocking picks to questionable decisions and teams that may have just changed their future.

 
🏈 Why the Los Angeles Rams picking Alabama QB Ty Simpson has everyone confused
🏈 New York Giants make major moves with TWO top-10 picks
🏈 Seattle Seahawks find their future at RB in Jadarian Price
🏈 Kansas City Chiefs trade up for a perfect defensive fit in Mansoor Delane
🏈 Dallas Cowboys quietly build a dangerous defense with their selection of Caleb Downs

Plus, who actually WON Round 1… and which teams left fans scratching their heads? Tap in for full reactions, bold takes, and everything you missed from draft night.

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Colin Cowherd goes all-in breaking down the first round of the NFL draft. Colin defends the Rams for their surprising selection of Alabama QB following Matthew Stafford’s MVP season.

He discusses the Chiefs trading up for All American CB Mansoor Delane and why this was an excellent selection to get Kansas City back into Super Bowl contention.

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