The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Tom Brady, seven-time Super Bowl champion and prep obsessive, talks intense game-week preparation, Patriots history, and leadership. Christian McCaffrey, All-Pro versatile running back, discusses offseason recovery, teammate Sam Darnold, and matchup preparation. Multiple short conversations explore preparation styles, team dynamics, and playoff readiness.

Kendrick Bourne, 49ers wide receiver who’s key in big games, talks returning to San Francisco, Kyle Shanahan, and his Samoan roots. Denzel Ward, elite Browns corner known for lockdown coverage, discusses defensive matchups, studying other top corners, and Cleveland’s coaching outlook. They cover Super Bowl matchups, team culture, and player growth in quick, candid takes.

Sharp Super Bowl betting angles and prop favorites for a Patriots vs Seahawks title game. Deep dive into quarterback and rushing lines, including passing yards, completions, and scramble expectations. Targeted receiver and touchdown prop calls get specific attention. Casual fun bets and novelty props add a playful betting spin.

Hosts break down three wide-ranging fantasy busts and explain why each player is now off-limits in drafts. They debate wear and usage concerns for a high-volume running back. They question a quarterback’s value amid coaching churn and rule uncertainty. They unpack a young receiver’s sophomore slide and recommend alternatives for each roster spot.

Maxx Crosby, a high-motor defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders known for playmaking and leadership, talks about his career, intense rehab routine, and where he stands with the Raiders. He discusses adapting to being doubled and leading teammates. He also reflects on surgeries, resilience, and what the team’s future could look like.

Fernando Mendoza, former college quarterback and Heisman winner who led Indiana to a national title and is a declared NFL draft prospect. He talks about his development, toughness and pocket resilience. He explains choosing Coach Curt Cignetti for growth and what he must refine before the NFL. Colin also shares his Super Bowl pick and why he expects a close, low-scoring game.

Dianna Russini, senior NFL insider at The Athletic, offers quick-hit analysis on MVP voting and NFL dynamics. She discusses the narrow Stafford vs. Drake Maye MVP race and reactions to Belichick not being first-ballot in the Hall of Fame. Conversation also touches on coaching turnarounds, team culture contrasts, and Super Bowl matchup implications.

Quick take on the Giannis drama in Milwaukee and whether his messaging was real. Debate over Minnesota’s contender status after a key upgrade. Discussion of Golden State’s plan around Steph and preserving assets. Questions about whether Pelinka can land role talent for the Lakers. Reactions to other deadline moves and missed opportunities around the league.

Max Crosby, Raiders defensive end known for relentless motor and pass-rush chops, discusses rehab, mindset, and team status. Fernando Mendoza, Heisman-winning college QB celebrated for pocket poise and tape study, talks development, NFL readiness, and draft prep. They cover rehab journeys, technique work, scouting priorities, and the mental grind of chasing pro dreams.

A Super Bowl preview breaking down Seattle and New England matchups and narrative arcs. A human-interest thread on Sam Darnold’s surprising turnaround and how it stacks against historic QB comebacks. Legacy talk about coaches and where a Patriots win would place Vrabel. A Fugazi Friday rant on Tom Brady’s noncommittal rooting and NFL international scheduling. Listener mailbag answers on coaching, draft targets, and player futures.