The Herd with Colin Cowherd

THE HERD - Hour 1 - It's time for LeBron James to step down, too many people are upset with the Dodgers

Feb 13, 2026
A spirited debate over whether LeBron should hang up his sneakers despite recent historic numbers. A look at why Dodgers spending and payroll choices have fans so steamed. Quick takes on MLB’s rebound, roster construction, and how big-market money shifts public perception.
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INSIGHT

Prefer A Clean Career Ending

  • Colin Cowherd argues great careers should end cleanly like Elway or Derek Jeter rather than fade away.
  • He believes LeBron should retire soon to preserve a tight legacy despite ongoing productivity.
INSIGHT

Longevity Doesn't Guarantee Clutch Supremacy

  • Cowherd compares LeBron and Tom Brady as longevity pioneers who dominate record books but may decline late in games.
  • He ranks current clutch value and omits LeBron from his top-10 for endgame scenarios due to stamina and free-throw concerns.
ADVICE

Use Spring Reports To Gauge Baseball Momentum

  • Track baseball's renaissance via faster games and stronger playoffs as indicators of fan re-engagement.
  • Watch pitchers and catchers reports as a marker that rosters and narratives are resetting for the season.
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