The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Bruce Feldman, longtime national college football reporter and NFL draft analyst, reports live from the Combine. He breaks down Fernando Mendoza’s rise, which coaches shaped him, and Mendoza’s mental toughness. Feldman highlights breakout prospects who could climb with Combine testing and spots athletic freaks and intriguing small‑school QBs.

Rachel Nichols, veteran NBA analyst and broadcaster, joins to dissect the Lakers' pivot toward Luka Dončić and what moving off LeBron might look like. Short takes on roster construction: defenders, shooters, and draft limits. She also weighs in on tanking, lottery fixes, and whether the Spurs and Victor Wembanyama can dominate in the playoffs.

John Schneider, Super Bowl winning Seattle GM known for smart roster-building. Matt "Money" Smith, veteran LA radio personality and Chargers play-by-play voice. They chat about Seattle’s championship blueprint, draft and staff strategy. Then they turn to radio life, broadcasting the Chargers, longevity in media, and transitioning from syndication to local sports coverage.

A Latino rapper’s surprising Grammy win and what it meant for Black-Latino unity in LA. Growing up in gang culture, prison time, and the choice to pursue music. A candid account of entering rehab and learning to create sober. Stories about industry breakthroughs, big purchases, and plans for a new album.

Daniel Cormier breaks down Khamzat Chimaev’s possible jump to light heavyweight and why his sparring footage suggests added size and power. He compares how Chimaev’s wrestling might match up with Alex Pereira at 205. Cormier also walks through the growing beef between Chimaev and Sean Strickland and debates who has the momentum.

A fiery breakdown of Luka Doncic's troubling late-game choices and why his style can hurt team efficiency. A look at Cleveland's defensive identity and how role players fuel their wins. Praise for Paolo Banchero's short-range scoring and notes on Jonathan Kuminga's fresh role in Atlanta. Spotlight on Cason Wallace's growth driving Oklahoma City's offense.

A heated breakdown of the Lakers' loss to Orlando and why the Luka-LeBron pairing feels mismatched. A play-by-play look at the final possession and Luka's decision-making. Analysis of overlapping ball-needs, defensive gaps, and how roster construction must adapt. Broader takes on coaching impact, recent NFL coaching hires, and roster spending trends in college football.

Albert Breer, veteran NFL reporter who covers the Combine and draft scouting. He breaks down how the Combine has changed, which teams might move up or down in the draft, and which prospects are creating buzz. They also debate trade scenarios, quarterback market value, and why basketball fandom differs from football's.

Jeff Goodman, college basketball insider and Field of 68 co-founder, offers sharp scouting and draft analysis. He breaks down Darryn Peterson’s talent versus availability concerns. He compares AJ DeBonsa’s upside and risks, evaluates Cameron Boozer’s floor, and explains why Cooper Flagg already looks like an elite NBA talent. He also names an unexpected March Madness sleeper and critiques combine hype.

Jeff Goodman, college basketball insider and recruiting expert. He breaks down Darryn Peterson’s injury and draft uncertainty. He assesses Cooper Flagg’s pro readiness and immediate NBA impact. He evaluates AJ Debonsa and Cameron Boozer’s upside and why Michigan and Alabama have emerged as contenders.