The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Ben Askren, former pro MMA fighter and Olympic wrestler, returns for a lively chat. They debate fixes for the UFC heavyweight drought. They sketch wild White House card matchups and argue who should be rushed or rested. They trade jokes about Jon Jones and riff on celebrity boxing fatigue and Cain Velasquez’s release.

A fast recap of the NBA All-Star Weekend format and why U.S. vs World felt different. A debate about perceived double standards between stars and whether the weekend signaled a passing of the torch. Discussion about Tyreek Hill being released and the odds of a Kansas City reunion. A rundown of the top NBA season storylines and proposals to fix tanking.

Art Manteris, veteran Las Vegas bookmaker and author of The Bookie, shares wild high-stakes gambling tales from Caesars and beyond. He recounts celebrity bets involving Tyson, Mickelson, Ohtani and Mayweather. Stories cover sportsbook strategy, detecting proxy bettors and organized crime ties. He also reflects on legalization’s impact on Vegas and threats to game integrity.

Jason Timpf, NBA commentator and creator of Hoops Tonight, breaks down the league's second-half storylines. He discusses Detroit's breakout, Cleveland after the Harden trade, Minnesota's upside with Anthony Edwards, and the Lakers' roster woes. They also touch on the Durant burner-account controversy and Utah's youth movement. Short, sharp takes on contenders and betting angles.

He argues the Lakers must choose a timeline and stop building around an aging LeBron, focusing instead on younger stars and roster needs. They debate the Lakers' lack of shooters, athleticism, and need for a rim protector. Discussion shifts to MLB teams applauding the Dodgers for spending to win and how that changes league dynamics.

Nick Wright, LA-based sports TV host known for bold NBA and NFL takes. He rips Golden State’s roster choices around Steph Curry and debates LeBron and Luka timelines. He tackles NBA tanking and suggests sterner league penalties. He argues the Chiefs should prioritize OL and run game over re-signing Tyreek Hill.

Urban Meyer, former college football coach with multiple national titles, joins to talk strategy and the modern game. He debates playoff size and calendar limits. They discuss how the transfer portal and NIL reshape team evaluation. Meyer breaks down scouting concerns for Fernando Mendoza and the shifting leadership and enforcement landscape in college football.

Nick Wright, television sports commentator known for First Things First, weighs in on roster construction and league incentives. He argues the Lakers misbuilt around aging stars and that teams must choose timelines. He critiques the Warriors’ roster choices around Steph Curry and debates tanking, draft rules, and how penalties could protect competitive integrity.

Lola Brooke, a Brooklyn rapper from Bed-Stuy with breakout hits and NY rap roots, shares her rise and studio mindset. She talks Bryson Tiller collab, influences like Lil Wayne and 50 Cent, and the hustle of recording hits. Conversations also cover community support, capturing raw performances, and her ambitions beyond music.

VJ Edgecombe, rookie guard for the Philadelphia 76ers and former Baylor standout, talks draft workouts, time with the national team, and sharing the floor with Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. He reflects on his Rising Stars appearance, adapting to NBA speed and spacing, and facing elite guards early in his career.