

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 19, 2026 • 50min
Best of The Herd
Miles Simon, former college star turned Fox Sports analyst, offers crisp takes on college hoops and NBA connections. He debates Darren Peterson's draft stock and previews Michigan vs Duke. Short, punchy conversations cover Big Ten title chances, Final Four picks, and a defense of hustle after a controversial ejection.

Feb 19, 2026 • 32min
Sharp or Square - Milan Cortina Winter Games Update - Curling, USA Hockey, Eileen Gu and more
Matt Mitchell, a producer and avid Olympics bettor, shares on-the-ground wagering perspectives. Conversations cover Olympic hockey betting and U.S. strength. They dive into curling’s sportsmanship controversy and the debates around athletes switching national ties like Eileen Gu. Plus colorful Olympic Village anecdotes and memorable skiing and snowboarding moments.

Feb 19, 2026 • 54min
Joe and Jada - Julius "Dr. J" Erving on ABA & NBA glory days, evolution of the dunk & athletes' role in civil rights era
Julius "Dr. J" Erving, Hall of Famer famed for electrifying dunks and ABA/NBA dominance. He revisits perfecting high-flying flair, life and refuge in the ABA during turbulent civil rights years, athletes' roles in social change, early days of hip hop, and a tight circle of cultural icons. Short, vivid stories and reflections on legacy and responsibility.

Feb 19, 2026 • 33min
Hoops Tonight - Mid-season NBA Awards: SGA-Jokic-Cade MVP race, Wemby vs. Chet DPOY, All-NBA teams, 6th man & more
Midseason NBA award races take center stage with a three-way MVP battle and a looming 65-game eligibility storyline. Defensive Player of the Year is pitched as a duel between two rising defensive titans. Projections for All-NBA teams, Coach of the Year, Most Improved, and Sixth Man rounds out the awards conversation.

Feb 18, 2026 • 42min
THE HERD - Hour 1 - Caleb Williams might be better than you think, Lakers want LeBron James back for next season
A bold case that Caleb Williams might already be the NFL's top quarterback, backed by metrics, mobility, and cap value. A deep dive into LeBron’s Lakers future and why stars flock to big-market cities. Hot takes on team building, from Mahomes’ cap crunch to Jets' organizational chaos. Discussions on coaching trends, leadership questions around KD and Lamar, and a controversial UCLA ejection.

Feb 18, 2026 • 42min
THE HERD - Hour 2 - More on Caleb Williams high praise, the difficulty adjusting to a new coordinator, Kevin Durant might be causing drama, Matt Hasselbeck
Matt Hasselbeck, former NFL quarterback and Super Bowl veteran turned analyst. He discusses Caleb Williams' upside and how a new offensive coordinator reshapes teams. They compare franchise facilities and culture. Plus takes on Las Vegas' sports scene and the Kevin Durant social media drama.

Feb 18, 2026 • 32min
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Thoughts on Fernando Mendoza, Kevin Durant addresses social media burner account speculation, Lance Zierlein
Lance Zierlein, NFL draft analyst known for scouting evaluations and draft grades, joins to dissect pro prospects and team dynamics. He flags Fernando Mendoza’s pocket mobility as a major concern. He weighs Kevin Durant’s alleged burner-account fallout and its impact on leadership and locker-room culture. Short takes on can't-miss prospects, surprising midround QBs, and player development follow.

Feb 18, 2026 • 36min
Best of The Herd
Lance Zierlein, NFL draft analyst known for scouting and draft evaluations. He flags pocket mobility and pressure vulnerability concerns for Fernando Mendoza. He compares QB prospects like Ty Simpson and highlights mid-round sleepers such as Cade Klubnick. He also names Mansoor Delane and Arbel Reese as high-ceiling defensive talents.

Feb 18, 2026 • 35min
Show Me Something - Sophie Cunningham REACTS to Winter Olympic chaos & why NBA Dunk Contest is COOKED
Sophie Cunningham, WNBA player and media personality, checks in post-All-Star weekend. She dishes on Chinese takeout recovery and why the dunk contest felt overproduced. They hash out streaming fatigue and rising sports subscription costs. Reality TV drama, wild Olympic debates, and quirky speed-dating-wrestling moments round out the ride.

Feb 18, 2026 • 41min
Go Low - Collin Morikawa OUTLASTS Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy to win Pebble Beach Pro-AM
A replay of Anthony Kim’s emotional LIV comeback and what his win means for the tour. A look at Scottie Scheffler’s Sunday surges and comparisons to prime Tiger. Collin Morikawa’s clutch Pebble Beach victory and rising U.S. talents. Discussion of Tiger’s off-course role and Charlie Woods’ college decision. Plus weekend betting picks and roster shakeups.


