The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Colin talks about why Andy Reid is in a must win situation this weekend, why he feels Packers QB Aaron Rodgers should take more risks, the bad teams in the NFL, why Joe Burrow could have a tough time in the NFL, and his playoff picks. Guests include Rich Ohrnberger, Peter King, Logan Ryan, Darius Slayton, and Rob Parker.

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why football coaches are the ultimate nomads of professional sports coaches, looks at the meteoric rise of Panthers coordinator Joe Brady, why he could be a head coaching candidate next year if he stays hot, looks at the pressure on Andy Reid and Aaron Rodgers on championship weekend, and previews the AFC and NFC Championship games. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Colin says he has nothing against the Titans but the Chiefs are exactly what he and the NFL want to see in the Super Bowl. He doesn't understand why people still doubt Jimmy Garoppolo after winning 21 of 26 starts. He says OBJ wants attention but giving money to players is not as big of a deal as people think. Plus, former Rams and Titans Head Coach Jeff Fisher talks about why Andy Reid will have nightmares about Derrick Henry and how the Packers can upset the 49ers in the NFC Championship game.

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Colin explains why we want the Chiefs to beat the Titans this weekend, why he prefers the 49ers offense over the Packers, his thoughts on the arrest warrant for Odell Beckham Jr., why some of the NCAA rules are ridiculous, and why he feels former Cowboys HC Jason Garrett is making a mistake. Guests include Miles Sanders, Greg Cosell, Geoff Schwartz, and Jeff Fisher.

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This week, Gottlieb looks at All-Star stat padding, why Kawhi is the best player in the NBA, his take on this week of college hoop. Air Force Head Coach Dave Pilipovich joins the pod to detail his path from growing up in Pittsburgh, to his long path through the coaching ranks, and ultimately landing the head job at Air Force, Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts!

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the fallout from the MLB sign stealing scandal, why he thinks the Astros punishment was appropriately harsh, the Red Sox firing Alex Cora as a result of his involvement, and why the Mets need to fire Carlos Beltran.

Guests: Julian McWilliams - Boston Globe Red Sox Beat Writer reports on Alex Cora

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Colin says you always have to be prepared because opportunity can happen when you're young and he thinks the Browns weren't ready for the best chance they may have for years to come. He has found the perfect comparison at QB for Joe Burrow. He thinks Aaron Rodgers low interception numbers shows a problem with his style. Plus, former NFL WR T. J. Houshmandzadeh talks about training with some of the top QBs in this year's draft, if Joe Burrow should refuse to go to Cincinnati and the NFC Championship game.

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Colin explains why Browns QB Baker Mayfield wasn't prepared to play, why LSU QB Joe Burrow isn't as good as some people think and why the Tigers will take a step back next season. Also, he talks about why the newest Tom Brady story isn't a big a deal and why Panthers LB Luke Kuechly retiring isn't a bad thing. Guests include Nick Wright, Mark Schlereth, Bruce Gradkowski, and T. J. Houshmandzadeh.

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Joe Burrow is why we love football and Colin explains why. He thinks losing to LSU is actually a good thing for Trevor Lawrence. With new information about Josh McDaniels and the success of young QBs he explains why Tom Brady's best option is a return to New England. He picks which NFL QBs he'd still rather have for the next ten years instead of Joe Burrow. 49ers DT DeForest Buckner talks with Colin about their rematch with the Packers and how they can try and duplicate their success. Plus, 3x National Champion Head Coach Urban Meyer talks with Colin about the job Ed Orgeron did at LSU and if this LSU team is one of the greatest of all time.

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Colin discusses LSU's epic win last night, who the winners and losers are after their victory over Clemson, the journey of QB Joe Burrow, and why Tom Brady should stay in New England. Guests include Joel Klatt, Xavier Woods, Oliver Luck, DeForest Buckner, and Urban Meyer.

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In this episode, Middlekauff gives his takeaways from LSU's national championship game win over Clemson, Joe Burrow's case for the greatest CFB year ever, Eddy O's Louisiana immortality, and Trevor Lawrence not rising to the moment. He also explains why Patrick Mahomes is already an all-time great, looks at the Niners physical dominance in beating down the Vikings, why he thinks Mike Vrabel is Parcells 2.0, looks at the Kevin Stefanski hire in Cleveland, and other headlines from around the league. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Colin explains why what Patrick Mahomes did on Sunday is sustainable and will last for another decade. He still isn't sold on the Packers because making an NFC Championship game does not mean they are capable of winning a Super Bowl. He wants the media to stop protecting Lamar Jackson and explains why. He admits where he was right and wrong over the weekend. Plus, former NFL QB Drew Bledsoe tells Colin why Russell Wilson is the best player in the NFL and why he loves his former teammate Mike Vrabel.

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Colin discusses the Chiefs comeback win and why every team should want a QB like Patrick Mahomes. He goes on to talk about why he feels the Packers don't have much of a chance going forward, why it's OK to criticize Lamar Jackson, his thoughts on the Browns new head coach, and where he was right and wrong over the weekend. Guests include Reggie Bush, Trent Dilfer, Drew Bledsoe, and Tony Gonzalez.

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This week, Gottlieb dissects Roy Williams comments calling out his team as his least talented ever, why it speaks to the larger lack of top end talent in college hoops, and is joined by TCU Assistant Duane Broussard, who shares his story from playing at Bradley, to passing up a career in the Secret Service to pursue coaching, recruiting Danny Granger, controversy surrounding his transfer to New Mexico, coaching under Steve Alford at New Mexico and UCLA, coaching Lonzo Ball, dealing with LaVar, and if he has eyes for a head coaching job. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts!

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Colin doesn't do an official Blazing 5 for during the playoffs but he does go over all four games of the divisional round with RJ Bell of Fox Sports Radio and Pregame.com and RJ tells him which side the sharps in Vegas are on. Plus, they preview the National Championship between Clemson and LSU to see which side is the right side.

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Colin says Jimmy Garoppolo was like a tech company looking for seed money and now it's paying off big time for the 49ers. He is starting to wonder if the lack of young weapons in New England is more about Brady's fading skills rather than Belichick's inability to draft receivers. He talks with former offensive lineman Rich Ohrnberger and the Ringer's Kevin Clark about all four divisional round playoff games and which teams are most likely to be upset.

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Colin discusses why Jimmy Garoppolo has his contract and why it will pay off for the 49ers. He also talks about a possible reason for Tom Brady's numbers declining, how he feels about the possibility of Josh McDaniels coaching the Browns, and his thoughts on the NFL playoff games this weekend. Guests include Rich Ohrnberger, Kevin Clark, Eric Dickerson, Will Blackmon, and Jason McIntyre.

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the insane amount of money being paid to NFL assistants, why it reflects the NFL's booming business, gives his take on the hirings of Matt Rhule in Carolina and Joe Judge with the Giants, He also previews the divisional round games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Colin thinks the Cowboys head coaching job is underrated because jobs are only as good as the QB you're inheriting. He says the gap between Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers careers doesn't really exist. He is tired of people blaming teams for passing on Lamar Jackson because nobody thought he was capable of what he was doing. Plus, former Packers LB Brady Poppinga says he loves Mike McCarthy but sees him being a potential disaster with the Cowboys.

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Colin explains why he feels the Cowboys HC job is underrated, why there isn't a gap between Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, and why he's tired of people blaming teams for passing on Lamar Jackson. Guests include Doug Gottlieb, Greg Cosell, Brady Poppinga, and Bucky Brooks.

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On today’s episode of the 'Boys and Girl Podcast, Jane and Bobby discuss some of the highlights from Mike McCarthy’s introductory press conference. Plus, Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson stops by to breakdown how the McCarthy hire came together. And former Green Bay Packers Vice President Andrew Brandt joins the show with his thoughts on the type of coach the Cowboys are getting. Follow Jane and Bobby on Twitter and subscribe to get all the latest inside information from two of the most connected people in the Cowboys’ community.

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Now that Tom Brady has said he won't retire Colin thinks the best place for him is still with the Patriots and explains why. He says the winner of the Aaron Rodgers/Mike McCarthy divorce is not known yet even though most people think Rodgers was the winner. FS1's Nick Wright tells Colin that the Patriots might not even want Brady to come back in 2020. Plus, FOX Sports NFL Insider Peter Schrager talks about why the Giants hired Joe Judge and who the Browns are targeting with the final vacant head coaching position.

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Colin gives his odds on Tom Brady returning to the Patriots, his thoughts on why Jerry Jones hired Mike McCarthy to be the HC of the Cowboys, why people were impressed with new Giants HC Joe Judge, and his thoughts on the Lakers so far this season. Guests include Nick Wright, Peter Schrager, Joe Thomas, Stanford Routt, and Chris Haynes.

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Colin thinks the Giants panicked and hired the wrong coach after missing out on Matt Rhule. He explains why Mike McCarthy was not the disappointment in Green Bay that he has been labeled as. He says Aaron Rodgers has no more excuses after getting every break this season. Plus, NBC Sports' Peter King tells Colin why after talking to Tom Brady he thinks there is a very good chance he leaves the Patriots.

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Colin discusses the new head coaching hires in the NFL, why he feels the New York Giants panicked, why the NFC East will be easier for Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy, why Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is out of excuses, and why he thinks people should be wary of the Cleveland Browns HC opening. Guests include Reggie Bush, Peter King, Matt Mosley, and Greg Jennings.

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In this episode, Middlekauff breaks down the Cowboys moving quickly to hire Mike McCarthy after stalling on Jason Garrett's firing, why he likes the move for Dallas, why the end of the Patriots' dynasty will be difficult to replace from an interest standpoint, his take on the weekend Wild Card games, and why the stacked QB playoff field shows teams without true franchise QB's are wasting time. He also discusses some of the hottest NFL headlines and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Colin explains why he thinks the Cowboys settled for Mike McCarthy as their next head coach. FOX NFL Insider Jay Glazer tells Colin why Jerry Jones decided to hire him as well as what will teams like the Browns and Giants do now that McCarthy is off the market. Colin doesn't understand why Russell Wilson continues to get no credit for winning with no help. Plus, he admits where he was right and wrong over the weekend including a total swing and miss on predicting all four playoff games.

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Colin explains why he doesn't believe Mike McCarthy is the right fit for the Dallas Cowboys, why the New England Patriots were eliminated, where Tom Brady may end up, how Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson is disrespected, and where he was right and wrong over the weekend. Guests include Jay Glazer, James Harrison, Trent Dilfer, Orlando Scandrick, and Tony Gonzalez.

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Colin doesn't do an official Blazing 5 for wild card weekend but he does go over all four games and which way he's leaning with RJ Bell of Fox Sports Radio and Pregame.com and RJ tells him which side the sharps in Vegas are on.

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Colin says this Patriots dynasty is coming to and end and we will never see anything like it again. He explains why the Cowboys are struggling with the same thing the Lakers have had trouble with for twenty years. He makes his picks for all four Wild Card playoff games. Plus, Peter King of NBC Sports talks about the very real chance Josh McDaniels goes to the Browns and why Tom Brady leaving New England isn't crazy.

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Colin talks about the curtain dynasties in sports that are close to dying, why Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones waited so long to fire Jason Garrett, why he probably wont hire Urban Meyer, and his NFL Wild Card picks for the weekend. Guests include Albert Breer, Peter King, Eric Dickerson, Daryl Johnston, and Jason McIntyre.

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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the possibility of Urban Meyer to Dallas, the risks involved for both sides, and why SEC haters look ridiculous arguing it's not the #1 conference. He also previews this weekend's Wild Card games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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This week, Gottlieb discusses the rumors of a Darren Collison comeback, the Lakers and Clippers pursuit of the currently retired guard, why the Lakers might have to cut Rondo to make it work, and his take on Gonzaga and other top college teams as we enter the new year. This week's guest is Raptors SG Matt Thomas, who tells his incredible story of overcoming obstacles during his childhood, at Iowa State, and playing overseas before landing his current deal with the Raptors. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts!

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Colin says there are two coaches that make sense for the Cowboys because they can make Dak Prescott worth the money he is about to get. He points out a trend in the NFL that a lot of teams are lying to themselves about. He has a potential destination for Tom Brady in 2020 and it would be shocking to see. FS1's Nick Wright predicts to Colin that the Patriots dynasty is just a week or two from finally being over. Plus, Greg Cosell of NFL Films discusses what the tape says for all four NFL Wild Card playoff games.

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Colin discusses Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones taking his time on what to do with HC Jason Garrett, why the Chicago Bears will continue to fail next season, Tua Tagovailoa saying he will decide his future on Monday, and who he likes in the NFL playoffs. Guests include Nick Wright, Greg Cosell, Brady Poppinga, and LaVar Arrington.

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Filling in for Colin Cowherd, Jason McIntyre discusses if and when Cowboys owner Jerry Jones will fire Jason Garrett. What Browns Quarterback Baker Mayfield needs to start doing, and the upcoming College Bowl Games. Guest appear: Albert Breer and John Middlekauff

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Jason McIntyre, in for Colin Cowherd, talks about the nerd takeover in Cleveland and sheds some light on Baker Mayfield's latest antics. Jason gives the latest on the Cowboys and explains why the Miami Dolphins need to take Tua in this draft. Jason believes Clemson has a better shot to beat LSU than most would think. John Middlekauff of the 3 & Out Podcast has an interesting conspiracy theory on the NFL head coaching carousel involving Bill Belichick and Chan Gailey, and explains why it is possible that Tua may have not played his final game in Alabama.

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Colin celebrates New Years Eve by giving sports athletes, teams and owners some well needed New Years Resolutions to benefit their upcoming futures! Ron Rivera is making a huge mistake by taking the open head coaching position with the Washington Redskins, Jason Garrett is much harder to fire than you think he is since nice people are tougher to let go than tough guys, and Instant Replay has made everything from jersey pulling to tackles look way worse and harder to judge. Plus, the last Herd Hierarchy of 2019!

Guest: Bucky Brooks

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Colin discusses the Cowboys struggling to figure out what to do with HC Jason Garrett, why Ron Rivera made a mistake deciding to coach the Redskins, the problem with instant replay and how to fix it, and the Browns firing their GM. Guests include Doug Gottlieb, Jane Slater, T. J. Houshmandzadeh, and Bucky Brooks.

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the NFL coaching casualties, why massive league money has made teams less patient with coaches, his take on each playoff team as they head into the postseason, why Joe Burrow winning a national championship could make his year the greatest college football season ever. He also runs down the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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On today's episode of The Herd, Colin explains how the San Fransisco 49ers are a modern day heavyweight champion going into the post season, and why they're a clear cut number one seed! The Cleveland Browns are in search of a leader for their team, and Colin explains why the Browns could be best served moving away from Baker Mayfield at QB! New England's dynasty looks to be coming to an end, and Colin thinks the San Antonio Spurs are the perfect parallel to show why. Plus, find out where Colin was Right and where Colin was Wrong as we head into 2020! Guests include Michael Vick, Trent Dilfer, Orlando Scandrick, and Brady Quinn!

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Colin explains how the San Fransisco 49ers are a modern day heavyweight champion going into the post season, and why they're a clear cut number one seed! The Cleveland Browns are sending out an urgent message to any interested head coaches, you need to be an Alpha male and look to find someone other than Baker Mayfield to be the face of your franchise. New England has finally shown its dynasty is coming to an end by reflecting a mirror image of the San Antonio Spurs carrying Tim Duncan like Tom Brady. Plus, find out where Colin was Right and Wrong going into the New Year!

Guest: Brady Quinn

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 Doug Gottlieb fills in for Colin Cowherd saying we can finally lay to rest the most talked about team in the NFL this year, the Dallas Cowboys after this weekends game against the Washington Redskins. If Dak Prescott isn't the man to blame for the recent shortcomings with the Cowboys this season then he also doesn't deserve any praise for previous successful ones. College Football playoffs begin this weekend but keep in mind the only reason LSU & Ohio State fought for the number one seed was to avoid Clemson as long as possible.

Guest: Matt Leinart

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 Doug Gottlieb fills in for Colin Cowherd saying we can finally lay to rest the most talked about team in the NFL this year, the Dallas Cowboys after this weekends game against the Washington Redskins. If Dak Prescott isn't the man to blame for the recent shortcomings with the Cowboys this season then he also doesn't deserve any praise for previous successful ones. College Football playoffs begin this weekend but keep in mind the only reason LSU & Ohio State fought for the number one seed was to avoid Clemson as long as possible.

Guest: Matt Leinart

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks ahead to the Niners/Seahawks game of the week that will decide the NFC West, the hype surrounding Marshawn Lynch's return, and why this is Kyle Shanahan's moment to shine. He also previews the week 17 slate of games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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On today’s episode of the 'Boys and Girl Podcast, Jane and Bobby discuss what appears to be a fatigued Dallas locker room this week. Plus, Ezekiel Elliott passes on talking to the media ahead of Sunday’s big game. And JP Finlay from NBC Sports Washington stops by to preview the Redskins. Follow Jane and Bobby on Twitter and subscribe to get all the latest inside information from two of the most connected people in the Cowboys’ community.

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Doug Gottlieb filling in for Colin Cowherd says LeBron James is not the main reason for the Lakers lose last night against the Clippers but he is by far not the best player in the NBA. If your looking for an NFL team that's been unlucky this entire season the Dallas Cowboys are far from it, look towards the Seattle Seahawks and Philadelphia Eagles instead. It's time to stop asking Tom Brady when he's going to ride into the sunset because Tom himself has no set date on retirement but he sure has earned the right to go out on his own terms.

Guest: Chris Haynes

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Doug Gottlieb filling in for Colin Cowherd says LeBron James is not the main reason for the Lakers lose last night against the Clippers but he is by far not the best player in the NBA. If your looking for an NFL team that's been unlucky this entire season the Dallas Cowboys are far from it, look towards the Seattle Seahawks and Philadelphia Eagles instead. It's time to stop asking Tom Brady when he's going to ride into the sunset because Tom himself has no set date on retirement but he sure has earned the right to go out on his own terms.

Guest: Chris Haynes

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This week, Gottlieb looks at the shortage of elite talent in college hoops, why the problem isn't going away, if Andre Iguodala potentially fits into the Lakers rotation, and why fans shouldn't overreact to NBA Christmas Day games. This week's guest is U of San Francisco Head Coach Todd Golden on his path from walk-on to St. Mary's to assistant under Bruce Pearl, to taking over the program that Bill Russell put on the map, and how he's approaching building his program as the third youngest head coach in Division I. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts!

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Uncle Colin spreads Holiday Cheer by giving NFL Super Stars near and far the gift they truly need for being oh so good this entire year! The quarterback position is in no way built for Trust Fund kids, Kirk Cousins still has no solution or shown the ability to carry a team in big moments. Make sure you use the eyeball test when looking at the Green Bay Packers rather than trusting the stats because they are truly a limited team going into the post season. Plus, Colin gives you his Super Bowl bubble looking ahead at NFL teams getting ready to head into the playoffs with four teams that can win the Superbowl and a Holiday special Herd Hierarchy!

Guest: Bucky Brooks - FOX Sports NFL Analyst

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