The Herd with Colin Cowherd The Daniel Cormier Show - DC CLAPS BACK at Nate Diaz for callout on Theo Von's podcast: "You're AVERAGE!"
Apr 4, 2026
Daniel Cormier responds to a viral Nate Diaz clip and breaks down why he sees their careers differently. He outlines his championship credentials and contrasts fight resumes. The conversation tackles money vs. value and why earnings do not settle debates. Tense moments turn into a broader discussion on respect, age, and how fighters handle losses.
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Why Former Champions Analyze Fights
- Daniel Cormier defends veteran commentators' role as educators for viewers who lack inside-octagon knowledge.
- He cites his role alongside Dominic Cruz and Michael Bisping on major UFC cards to justify expert analysis on big events.
Resolve Issues Directly Not Publicly
- If someone has an issue, Cormier invites direct, face-to-face conversation and civil discussion.
- He explicitly says to approach him, tell him the issue, and discuss it 'like men' instead of public name-calling.
Commentary Role Is About Credibility Not Cash
- Cormier rejects money as the primary reason he became a commentator, arguing championship pedigree and event assignment matter more.
- He notes he sits on the UFC A-team and calls big pay-per-view events, not because he lacked earnings but due to credentials.