The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Mar 30, 2026
Ryen Russillo, sports radio personality and commentator formerly with ESPN and now creating independent content, joins to break down college and NBA drama. They dissect Duke’s stunning collapse and UConn’s veteran composure. Short takes flip to Michigan’s tournament profile and a skeptical view of the Lakers’ playoff chances.
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Why Duke Blew A Huge Tournament Lead
- Duke's loss highlighted how youth and in-game coaching failures can collapse big leads in March.
- Colin points to late-game tentativeness, missed timeouts, and inexperienced five-star freshmen failing under pressure against UConn veterans.
Michigan's Size And Passing Is A Complete Package
- Michigan's roster balance of veteran size and shooting makes them uniquely hard to defend in half-court sets.
- Colin and guests note Mara and Landenberg's combo of 3-point shooting, passing, and physical finishing as the edge.
Watching Michigan Live Cemented Their Passing Identity
- Colin describes attending the Michigan game in Chicago from a corporate suite and observing team passing from a vantage point.
- He emphasizes how watching the half-court develop live highlighted Michigan's assist-driven movement.