The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Reaction to a refreshed All-Star format and why effort made it feel special. Discussion of Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards setting the competitive tone. Breakdown of Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant's standout play. Critique of the dunk contest and talk about shorter games, young athleticism, and league-level tinkering.

Jason Timpf, basketball analyst and podcaster known for NBA team-building and player development takes on tanking and roster construction. He debates why top prospects faltered and where development failed. He also critiques the Lakers’ roster and explains missteps around talent management in the Warriors organization.

Jason Timpf, former college player and NBA analyst, breaks down modern draft trends and why international talent and the G League matter. He critiques the Lakers’ draft and roster missteps. They also weigh Caleb Downs’ fit with the Giants and discuss NFL draft value swings and potential trade targets.

Albert Breer, veteran NFL reporter known for deep league coverage, breaks down Miami’s roster reset and why moving Tyreek fits that plan. Short takes on Tua, Kyler and quarterback market realities. Quick debates on prospect Fernando Mendoza and how rebuilding teams should approach talent and contracts.

Victor Wembanyama’s competitive energy is credited with making the All Star Game meaningful again. MLB players praise the Dodgers’ spending and long-term investment strategy. New details on Fernando Mendoza raise questions about his pressure handling and fit with the Raiders. Miami’s roster moves, including Tyreek Hill’s release, spark debate over team construction and quarterback durability.

Jake Ciely, fantasy football analyst known for sharp player breakdowns, and Andrew Erickson, roster and contract-focused FantasyPros analyst, debate players at risk once free agency hits. They name vulnerable QBs, RB committees, receivers facing overhauls, and TEs whose roles could shrink. Short takes and lightning-round picks highlight who might lose snaps and why—quick, punchy fantasy fallout previews.

Danny Parkins, FS1 radio host and sports commentator, joins to spar over pro-tanking in the NBA and why rebuilds sometimes require losing. They debate whether three-point overload has made regular-season basketball dull and explore rule and geometry tweaks. LeBron’s retirement timing and a possible cinematic Cleveland return get heated. They also weigh a 24-team college football playoff, NIL effects, and golf’s money-driven mood.

Jake Ciely, FantasyPros analyst and Athletic writer who breaks down player fits and fantasy impact. He outlines five blockbuster free-agent moves that would reshape 2026 fantasy leagues. Short takes cover Kenneth Walker to Cincinnati, Breece Hall becoming a Commanders bell-cow, Mike Evans to San Francisco, Alec Pierce landing spots, and Daniel Jones reuniting in Minnesota.

Reaction to a dominant Super Bowl win and whether the game felt thrilling or lopsided. Discussion of standout commercials and halftime chatter. Deep dive on Seattle’s defense as the engine of victory and Sam Darnold’s surprising redemption. Analysis of Drake Maye’s postseason struggles and how New England’s schedule shaped expectations.

Matt Hasselbeck, former NFL quarterback and long-time Seahawk turned analyst, breaks down game feel and strategy. He explains what made Seattle’s defense special and why New England faded. Short takes include Mike McDonald’s play-calling, Sam Darnold’s playoff poise, roster decisions around Kenneth Walker, and a quick five-up, five-down look at 2026 contenders.