The Herd with Colin Cowherd

A spirited take comparing Victor Wembanyama to transcendent multi-sport greats and why his game could redefine basketball. A deep dive into Fernando Mendoza’s pro day and the traits that mark a franchise quarterback. Quick swings through NBA team identities, NIL’s impact on college parity, and roster moves shaping playoff hopes.

Brian Baldinger, former NFL lineman turned film analyst, joins to break down quarterback temperament and readiness. They debate whether rookie QBs should sit or start. Updates on Rams receiver Puka Nacua and roster implications. Quick takes on team rebuilds, standout defensive prospects, and how coaches who adapt midseason become dangerous.

Dell Curry, former 16-year NBA sharpshooter and current Hornets TV analyst, reflects on his jersey retirement and lifelong long-range role. He discusses Steph Curry’s game-changing impact and leadership. They debate moving the 3-point line and contrast old-school shooting with today’s evolution. Light moments include family golf stories and praise for rising Hornets talent.

Dell Curry, former NBA guard and long-time Hornets player turned analyst, chimes in with stories from his career and Hornets pride. He discusses Steph Curry’s transformative impact on basketball and the rise of long-range shooting. Dell also praises Victor Wembanyama’s rare two-way game and pushes back on changing the 3-point line.

A deep dive into the Philly quarterback storyline and why the team is pressuring a change. A discussion of Puka Nacua entering rehab and the potential impact on Los Angeles. Analysis of the Rams-49ers game moving to Australia and what that means for the global NFL. Conversation on the resurging value of running backs and a viral coaches’ pool video that sparked debate.

Anthony Rizzo, two-time World Series champion first baseman, David Ross, former catcher and manager with Cubs rings, and Joe Maddon, the inventive manager who led the 2016 title run, reunite to trade behind-the-scenes stories. They revisit Maddon's arrival, clubhouse culture, blending analytics with intuition, celebratory rituals like the pizza party, and key playoff moments that defined their season.

Lively debate over the NBA MVP race, comparing Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, and Nikola Jokic. Deep dive into Luka’s hot March and season-long consistency. Discussion of defensive metrics, ballot dynamics, and head-to-head matchups. Quick turn to international soccer concerns with worries about the USMNT and Italy’s World Cup fate.

A tense report about Jalen Hurts and a locker-room disconnect shakes up Philly narratives. A deep look at the Lakers’ 15-2 March run and why Los Angeles could be a serious playoff threat. New ABS technology calls out blatantly missed MLB umpire decisions. Discussion on Knicks’ slide, Chargers’ offensive hire, and Otani’s historic two-way dominance.

Nick Wright, sports TV personality and co-host of First Things First, joins to debate Jalen Hurts' locker-room chatter and quarterback durability. He weighs LeBron possibly landing in New York and whether the Knicks fit him. They also argue coaching impact across NBA and NFL, plus MVP debates around Luka and Wemby.

Lance Zierlein, NFL draft analyst known for sharp scouting and draft breakdowns, joins to dissect quarterback rumors and prospect fits. They debate reports about Jalen Hurts, evaluate Ty Simpson and Fernando Mendoza, and map team draft strategies. Quick takes on linebackers, Caleb Downs, C.J. Stroud’s struggles, and which teams might trade picks.