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The Herd with Colin Cowherd

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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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Nick Wright shares his predictions for Week 2 of the NFL season including Patrick Mahomes and his Kansas City Chiefs looking to go 2-0 at home against Daniel Jones' Indianapolis Colts on Sunday Night Football, Aaron Rodgers' Pittsburgh Steelers takin... more

Sophie Cunningham and Drew Hanlen are back with plenty to talk about on No Hesitation. The duo dives into Team USA’s gold and Caitlin Clark’s return to the Indiana Fever, the differences between WNBA and NBA practices, and what makes Sonia Citron’s g... more

Danny Parkins from FS1 joins the show telling Colin why Caleb Williams is clearly an MVP candidate this season and if the Chiefs are back as Super Bowl contenders.

Tomorrow's Headlines Today with Jason McIntyre

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Colin Cowherd reacts to another jaw dropping performance from Josh Allen scoring 5 total TDs in the Bills win over the Lions on Thursday Night Football. Colin claims Allen could be the most talented QB in league history.

Colin explains why the Lion... more

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Recent Guests

Sean McVay
Rams head coach mentioned in context of Week 1 loss
Los Angeles Rams
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – 49ers SMASH Rams | Josh Allen vs Texans Defense | Cowboys NOT Contenders
Ryan Garcia
Professional boxer
Boxer
Episode: The Daniel Cormier Show - Ryan Garcia CALLS OUT Conor Benn for weight-cut callout, Devin Haney & Barrios wins
Rob Havenstein
NFL offensive tackle, Rams
Los Angeles Rams
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Rams vs 49ers | Shohei Ohtani Injury Update
Mike Vrabel
Head coach of the Tennessee Titans, discussed postgame comments and team depth
Tennessee Titans
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Seahawks Overwhelming Talent | Defending Drake Maye | Sam Darnold Injury
Kyle Shanahan
Head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, discussed injury updates for San Francisco
San Francisco 49ers
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Seahawks Overwhelming Talent | Defending Drake Maye | Sam Darnold Injury
Ross Dellinger
Senior College Football Writer for Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Kawhi Leonard Was A Historic Flop | Raiders Mendoza Mistake
Pablo Torre
Journalist, on-air contributor
Dan Patrick Show contributor
Episode: THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Eagles Done with Jalen Hurts? | Lamar Jackson & Ravens New Offense
Daymond John
Founder of FUBU and Shark Tank investor
FUBU / Shark Tank
Episode: Joe and Jada - Daymond John on FUBU origins, Shark Tank, peptides, LL Cool J’s shoutout & his hilarious Fat Joe story
Jorge Masvidal
Professional MMA fighter; Gamebred Masvidal
Def Roe, Happy Dad, Deep Waters (broadcasting)
Episode: The Daniel Cormier Show - Jorge Masvidal on Nate Diaz & Kamaru Usman fights, Ben Askren KO, CRAZY Kimbo Slice street fights

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
  • Caleb & MJ

    Colin no one in Chicago thinks Caleb is Jordan! Stop it!!!! Also, look through your history on the show you said Jordan on the wizards was still the best player on the floor when they Portland….now you said it was ugly! The second meeting they beat Portland and MJ went for 25 pts, 5 boards, & 7 assists. I think I like ugly!!! Stay consistent & true. We have enough people that lie and make up stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Troy Thomas
    United States10 days ago
  • Love this show

    I don’t always agree, but love listening to Colin’s thoughts. He’s fun to listen to and thinks about things from a unique perspective.

    I’m reviewing this on 9/4/26, and I think Danny Parkins has been Colin’s best substitute I’ve heard. Bring him back, Colin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bestballknower
    United States17 days ago
  • Like the Show, Not a Fan of MacIntyre

    May not agree with everything Cowherd says, but I do appreciate the way he presents his arguments. He always puts a good narrative on things and is willing to change his opinion when the data changes. Can’t give this show five stars though because the sidekick, MacIntyre, is obnoxious. Jason holds onto his opinions like a stubborn politician, and I just can’t understand it. Always listen when Colin is in, avoid the show when he’s out.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PoliticalRevolution
    United States19 days ago
  • Grouping shows

    I hate the feature that forces you to listen to the junk Colin keeps adding to his network. I want to only download the shows I want. Not the other garbage host. Him and middlekauf are the only quality host. Change the way you push shows to us so we have choice of what we download. I know you think it’s helping your other shows get exposure, but what it will really do is force people to stop listening to you all together.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Too many unwanted shows
    United States21 days ago
  • Lifetime Colin listener

    Collins media empire is unmatched. You can definitely find something you love and something that sucks on this feed. But, it’s addicting and it’s high quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sports pops
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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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
#31
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#7
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#19
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#11
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#44
Canada/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Raiders Start Cousins Over Mendoza | Chiefs Miss Playoffs
Q: Should Mendoza start over Kirk Cousins given the Week 1 starter decision?
The hosts argue Mendoza should not start; if Kirk Cousins is healthy and able to run the offense, he should be starter, with Mendoza waiting for development and limited early exposure.
THE HERD – HOUR 2 – AFC Playoff Predictions: Chiefs OUT | Josh Allen NFL’s #1 QB
Q: I want your opinion on my opinions. What do you make of my top seven teams in the AFC this year?
Sando offers a measured response, weighing trustworthiness and depth across divisions, and emphasizes the Bills' position as a potential standout while acknowledging questions around other teams like the Chiefs and Bengals.
The Daniel Cormier Show - Jorge Masvidal on Nate Diaz & Kamaru Usman fights, Ben Askren KO, CRAZY Kimbo Slice street fights
Q: What moment made you realize you could be a star, Masvidal?
He describes a realization of fame after early fights and the Bend KO moment, recognizing that his career could change everything for him and his family.
THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Bears Offense Is Elite, Lions Are Juggernauts
Q: What's the long-term risk with the JJ McCarthy situation?
There's a pattern of rookie-year struggles and mechanic adjustments; the team is trying to diversify quarterback options to avoid a repeat of past quarterback-rooted issues.
THE HERD – HOUR 3 – Bears Offense Is Elite, Lions Are Juggernauts
Q: Which team surprised you most in training camp energy?
Detroit stood out with a mix of young talent and a favorable schedule, suggesting they could surge if injuries align and the defense holds up.

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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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2. Ryan Garcia
3. Rob Havenstein
4. Mike Vrabel
5. Kyle Shanahan
6. Ross Dellinger
7. Pablo Torre
8. Daymond John

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