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The Herd with Colin Cowherd

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Lebron James
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New York Knicks
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Philadelphia 76ers
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Los Angeles Lakers
San Antonio Spurs
Basketball
Lionel Messi
Jalen Brunson
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Minnesota Timberwolves
Dallas Cowboys
Boston Celtics
Cleveland Cavaliers
National Football League
United States Men's National Team

The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.

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Latest Episodes

Former LSU legends and NFL stars Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette react to Lane Kiffin recruiting former Cleveland Browns tight end Dae'Quan Wright after Wright was cut in NFL training camp. The guys break down why this is a win for LSU and why it... more

Thoughts on the great Lionel Messi retiring

The Rams have a stacked roster, but can they go undefeated?

USC is getting crushed for attendance in their home opener

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JMac shares his Super Bowl Bubble of contenders and makes the case for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens to be in the contenders group while Jordan Love and the Packers are not.

Are the Packers Super Bowl chances fading?

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Jason McIntyre steps in for Colin after the Rams officially announce the return of 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald out of retirement. JMac pumps the breaks on everyone already handing the Rams the Lombardi Trophy after their massive ... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Dempster
Former MLB pitcher, Cubs studio analyst
Cubs / Fox Sports
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Fernando Mendoza Getting Starter Reps, Jayden Daniels vs LSU
Fat Joe
Brooklyn? Bronx-based rapper, founder and collaborator in East Coast hip hop scenes
Fat Joe and Terror Squad
Episode: Joe and Jada - Ice-T CONFIRMS Fat Joe’s Bronx stories + talks gangsta rap origins, N.W.A., ’Law & Order: SVU’ & NEW ALBUM ‘Criminal Migraine’
Dan Orlovsky
NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst
ESPN
Episode: What's Wright - Nick Wright Mailbag: Dan Orlovsky's INSANE QB rankings, Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen
Rob Havenstein
NFL offensive tackle, Rams veteran
Los Angeles Rams
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Notre Dame’s Soft Schedule, Matthew Stafford Will Play 3 or 4 More Years
Ernest Jones IV
NFL linebacker
Seattle Seahawks
Episode: The Richard Sherman Podcast - Ernest Jones IV on Hard Knocks, Seahawks’ Super Bowl mindset, and Sam Darnold
Ali Abdelaziz
Promoter/manager in MMA
Dominance MMA (as a prominent MMA manager/promoter)
Episode: The Daniel Cormier Show - DC REACTS to Quillan Salkilld SUBMITTING Gamrot, Ali's WILD TAKE on Usman Nurmagomedov
Laura Simms
Journalist with The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Packers Lack Toughness, Steelers Living In The Past
Robert Mays
Football writer
The Athletic
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Packers Lack Toughness, Steelers Living In The Past
Spike Eskin
One of Philly's prominent sports voices, a guest on the show
Rockets Sanchez podcast / WIP Philadelphia
Episode: Hoops Tonight - 76ers Deep Dive w/ Spike Eskin: LeBron James's fit, how Maxey & Jaylen fit, keep or trade Embiid?

Hosts

Colin Cowherd
Host of The Herd, prominent Fox Sports personality known for opinionated sports takes and multi-sport coverage.
John Middelhoff
News anchor providing updates during the show and hosting segments tied to football analysis.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 14.1k ratings
  • Debauchery?

    Love The Herd. But Cowherd, what are we doin’ advertising a movie with the word ‘debauchery’? C’mon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrshBuckets
    United Statesa month ago
  • Here’s Where

    Racism Lives & Comes Because They Could NEVER Play A Sport Or Pass A Military Test Mentality Or Physically So To Be A Racist And Blame Others. And These People Except Them

    All., Very Sad. What Do You Get Being Racist.?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too much LeBum talk

    Decent show. Too many other discussions at times. Yoo much riddin in Lebrick. Hes old, doesnt make any team a contender. He tries to run the front office and coach. Never got a ring until he jumped around to team up with atleast 2 other superstars. Maybe in top 10 all time but not top 5. Everyone knows the greatest ever is MJ !

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tooshort80
    United States2 months ago
  • The Herd

    I have listened to Colin for years. It’s respectable when an analyst can say that he is wrong about something. Colin Right/Wrong it’s probably one of his better segment. Frustrating that he’s never been able to get the cohost right, but nothing/no one’s perfect. I feel like Colin is typically very fair and balanced with his critique between criticism and praise. Except when it comes to Aaron Rodgers🤣. But overall it’s a pretty damn good show. I get to listen to it every once in a while. Most of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SIHCoachPat
    United States2 months ago
  • Racism

    So Europe is a mess ! Is that so your country is a mess run by a sexual predator and convicted felon and your promoting that you erase your history to appease white supremacy once again fox and you should be ashamed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dubkingiantb
    Ireland2 months ago

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Criticism often targets overlong discussions or perceived biases toward certain teams or players.
Guest lineups and sponsorship reads are seen as both authenticity signals and potential distractions.
Listeners appreciate cross-sport context and insider insights from guests.
Highlights the host as fair and balanced, though fans note strong, sometimes polarizing opinions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#37
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Apple Podcasts
#10
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#29
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#26
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#63
Canada/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

3 & Out - Baker Mayfield feels DISRESPECTED by Bucs, College Football Media Days, NFL Training Camp Mailbag
Q: Which quarterback contract scenario seems most likely for Baker Mayfield in the near term?
The host suggests that a four-year, $200 million deal with substantial guarantees could be necessary if Baker posts strong numbers, but the market will determine the final structure; otherwise, Mayfield might wait for a better-long-term offer.
THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Bears & Caleb Williams Regression, Watch Out For The Cowboys
Q: What can we expect from the McDaniel-Herbert pairing in LA?
Popper explains the goal is to create an ecosystem that unloads some pressure from Herbert, accelerates ball movement, and improves yards after catch through a more efficient outside zone and quick game, aiming to elevate Herbert to playoff-level performance.
What's Wright - Nick Wright Mailbag: GOAT of GOATs debate, could LeBron James run for president?
Q: Daryl asks whether Messi could be considered the GOAT of all sports given his records, and whether defense should factor into that consideration.
Nick explains that GOAT discussions are multifaceted and that comparing across sports requires weighing different roles and contexts, such as Messi's offensive focus versus the need for defense in other sports; he uses the debate to illustrate how GOAT criteria are subjective and multi-dimensional.
Hoops Tonight - 76ers Deep Dive w/ Spike Eskin: LeBron James's fit, how Maxey & Jaylen fit, keep or trade Embiid?
Q: Can you give us the elevator pitch of why you don't think this is a championship team?
Spike argues that even with LeBron, health and fit remain issues: Embiid, LeBron, and a third star would likely miss many regular-season games together, reducing continuity and championship odds; the plan would depend on depth and defensive cohesion more than just star power.
BEST OF THE HERD – Super Bowl tiers, LeBron watch continues
Q: What are your early thoughts on LeBron's next destination?
The hosts discuss several scenarios, emphasizing LeBron's desire to contend and enjoy the stage of his career, while noting the trade-offs and fit with different teams like the Warriors and others.

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What is The Herd about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show is a fast-paced, opinion-driven sports talk program that covers football, basketball, and broader sports narratives with a strong emphasis on current storylines, coaching decisions, player development, and league dynamics. Episodes routinely mix sharp analysis with personal anecdotes and cross-sport perspectives, often featuring prominent voices from football and basketball pundit circles and occasional crossovers with media figures. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want provocative takes, rapid-fire debates, and a blend of practice-ground observations with big-picture commentary on teams, players, and the sports business. A standout is the host's willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, invite counterpoints, and weave s... more

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1. Ryan Dempster
2. Fat Joe
3. Dan Orlovsky
4. Rob Havenstein
5. Ernest Jones IV
6. Ali Abdelaziz
7. Laura Simms
8. Robert Mays

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