

The Herd with Colin Cowherd
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 43min
THE HERD - Hour 1 - Adam Silver is sick and tired of tanking in the NBA, Knick are a serious contender
Rachel Nichols, veteran sports journalist and NBA analyst, joins to break down tanking and team construction. They dig into Adam Silver’s crackdown on losing strategies and why teams still pursue stars through rebuilds. The Knicks’ title viability, coaching moves around the league, and trade chatter heat up the conversation.

Feb 20, 2026 • 43min
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Top 10 American NBA Players to build around, James Palmer
James Palmer, NFL insider for Bleacher Report known as 'Mr. Scoop City,' talks Ravens and Eagles outlooks, injury timelines, and trade markets. He breaks down Lamar Jackson's situation, Tyreek Hill's recovery chances, and how teams might approach veteran quarterbacks. Quick takes on roster strategy, coaching shifts, and trade feasibility keep the conversation punchy and timely.

Feb 20, 2026 • 33min
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Tomorrow's headlines today, Jovan Buha
Jovan Buha, NBA reporter and podcaster known for sharp team and player analysis. He breaks down tanking and how Adam Silver might tackle it. He discusses the Lakers’ health and lineup worries. He explores hypothetical Giannis trade scenarios and whether Luka and Giannis could mesh. He evaluates rookie Cooper Flagg and Kyrie’s future fit in Dallas.

Feb 20, 2026 • 39min
Best of The Herd
James Palmer, NFL reporter and insider for Bleacher Report, breaks down the Ravens and Eagles after underwhelming seasons. He discusses Lamar Jackson’s availability and role, Max Crosby trade factors and recovery, Tyreek Hill’s health and market, and the quarterback carousel including Jets’ long-term plan. Short, sharp takes on offseason moves and roster strategies.

Feb 20, 2026 • 41min
FantasyPros - 2026 NFL First Round Mock Draft 2.0 (Ep. 1961)
A fast-paced first-round mock draft rundown highlighting top prospects and team fits. They debate quarterback prototypes, edge rushers, and which tackles and receivers could change lineups. The conversation hops through defensive upgrades, offensive line reinforcements, and potential impact skill players for many franchises.

Feb 20, 2026 • 46min
Hoops Tonight - Cooper Flagg vs. Kon Knueppel: NBA Rookie of the Year DEEP DIVE | Mavericks x Hornets
A deep comparison of two top rookies battling for Rookie of the Year. Detailed looks at defensive impact, playmaking roles, and offensive upside. Breakdown of shooting profiles, finishing at the rim, and turnover tendencies. Discussion of how team context and usage affect each player's case.

Feb 20, 2026 • 56min
What's Wright - Nick Wright Mailbag: NFL Club Superstar, RANKING current NBA players all-time, Josh Allen vs. Lamar
Listener mailbag covers choosing which QB career to take and the Chiefs play that still haunts him. He builds a one-per-position NFL Club Superstar roster and ranks active NBA stars among the top 50 of the last 50 years. He names a Mount Rushmore of international NBA players, recommends which NBA team to root for now, and debates celebrity presidents and gambling discipline.

Feb 19, 2026 • 43min
THE HERD - Hour 1 - The future of LeBron James and why he might move on from the Lakers before his career is over, Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors
Rachel Nichols, veteran sports journalist and TV analyst with deep NBA and Olympics coverage. She and Jason debate LeBron’s future paths and the idea of him taking a pay cut to build a farewell superteam. They unpack Giannis’ concerning comments and what Milwaukee might do if he leaves. Short takes on NFL quarterback shortages and Olympic highlights round out the conversation.

Feb 19, 2026 • 43min
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Miles Simon, Top 5 NBA predictions, too many red flags concerning Darryn Peterson.
Miles Simon, Fox Sports college basketball analyst and former Arizona player and coach, joins to break down college hoops and pro prospects. He weighs in on Darryn Peterson's repeated availability concerns and how teams will probe his makeup. Quick takes cover Michigan vs Duke, Cameron Boozer, breakout Yaxo Lindeborg, and bold second-half NBA predictions.

Feb 19, 2026 • 32min
THE HERD - Hour 3 - The future of Pittsburgh, Willie Colon, Chris "The Bear" Fallica
Willie Colon, former NFL offensive lineman and Super Bowl champ turned analyst, and Chris Fellica, college football analyst known as The Bear, join the conversation. They discuss Pittsburgh's future without Mike Tomlin, locker room culture and Roethlisberger drama. Conversation shifts to NFL roster moves, quarterback questions for the Jets, Raiders draft strategy, and college basketball tournament picks.


