The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - NBA fallout from FBI investigation, Vikings have a QB crisis, game 1 of the World Series tonight
Oct 24, 2025
The fallout from an FBI investigation shakes the NBA, involving high-profile arrests that raise questions about league integrity. As the Minnesota Vikings face a quarterback crisis, Colin contrasts their instability with the Chargers' stability. He also discusses how legalized betting promotes transparency in sports. The World Series is on the horizon, with insights into the Dodgers' potential dynasty and matchups against the Blue Jays. Lastly, standout performances from Curry and Gordon highlight the NBA action.
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Legal Betting Brings Transparency
- Colin prefers legalized, regulated gambling because it moves action from opaque markets into transparent oversight.
- He argues regulators, sportsbooks, and leagues all benefit from transparency to curb cheats.
Quarterback Is Franchise Bedrock
- Colin contrasts the Chargers' franchise stability around Justin Herbert with the Vikings' quarterback instability.
- He says having a clear franchise QB is the bedrock for sustained success over a decade.
Prioritize QB, Left Tackle, Pass Rusher
- Colin ranks positional value: quarterback first, left tackle next, then a pass rusher and a weapon.
- He highlights Joel Ault's impact on Chargers as left tackle materially improving Justin Herbert's performance.