The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - The Big 10 is doing well, thoughts on Luka Doncic this season, some players need tough coaching
Mar 27, 2026
Discussion of why the Big Ten's geography, coaching, and NIL approach have lifted its NCAA Tournament success. A breakdown of Luka Doncic’s scoring surge and what it means for playoff matchups. A debate on the value of tough, vocal coaching and which players need accountability to reach their potential.
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Why The Big Ten Ratings Are Rising
- The Big Ten's tournament success is driven by geography, brands, and coaching strength.
- Colin Cowherd says the conference sits in the country's middle linking Seattle, LA, Chicago and NY, and currently houses many high-quality coaches.
Big NIL Dollars Aren't A Guarantee
- Big NIL spending doesn't guarantee tournament success; spending choices and how money is used matter.
- Cowherd notes Kentucky was top spender yet won one game while low spenders like Iowa advanced deep.
Baseball Has Built-In Randomness
- Baseball's greater randomness makes dynasties less certain than in basketball or football.
- Cowherd points to Otani's 1-for-18 playoff slump and Blue Jays' rapid rise as examples of baseball variance.