The Herd with Colin Cowherd

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.

Michael Irvin, Hall of Fame wide receiver turned broadcaster and mentor, talks football, team chemistry, and coaching influence. He explains why he coaches at Miami and finds purpose mentoring young players. He breaks down Dallas’ roster choices, the draft-versus-proven-players debate, and why turnover-driven defenses and interior defensive dominance win championships.

A Super Bowl deep dive exploring Seattle's defensive edges and New England's path to victory. A breakdown of Drake Maye's playoff slump and how it shifts expectations. A rapid-fire recap of the NBA trade deadline, from Anthony Davis landing in Washington to James Harden's move to Cleveland. Quick takes on roster fits, draft strategies, and which teams gained or lost the most.

Brandon Anderson, Action Network analyst and prop-betting specialist who breaks down the biggest Super Bowl prop markets. He digs into defensive and special-teams TD angles, longshot defensive MVPs, and escalator and laddering strategies for player props. Short, tactical takes on targets like Kenneth Walker, Hunter Henry, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and fun single-play stabs.

Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions defensive end and former Michigan star, joins to talk Super Bowl matchups and coaching culture. He breaks down what draws players to leaders like Dan Campbell and Mike Vrabel. Conversations hit team identity, the grind of being a pass rusher, and how elite front sevens shape games.

Liam Coen, Jaguars head coach known for quarterback development, discusses Jacksonville's turnaround and Trevor Lawrence's rebuild. Greg Cosell, veteran NFL Films analyst renowned for deep tape study, breaks down why defense will dominate the Super Bowl. They talk trenches, short drives, run-game matchups, and why schematics and personnel will decide the contest.

Ryan Fitzpatrick, former NFL quarterback turned broadcaster, stops by to talk quarterbacks and media life. He praises Sam Darnold's resilience and compares QB journeys. He explains his move into broadcasting and podcasting. They debate coaching authenticity, game-readiness, and Super Bowl coaching matchups.

Ryan Fitzpatrick, former NFL quarterback turned analyst, reflects on Sam Darnold’s resilience and quarterback development. Short takes cover why coaches like Mike Vrabel earn player trust. Conversations jump to defensive-minded Super Bowl matchups, game tempo, and Fitzpatrick’s transition to broadcasting.

Kendrick Bourne, resilient NFL receiver who rose from undrafted free agent to Super Bowl contributor. Justin Jefferson, superstar Vikings wideout and media-savvy playmaker. They talk season highlights, Super Bowl week, draft moments, being mic'd up, coaching contrasts, career journeys, and handling public attention.

Albee Al, Jersey City rapper who survived five years in prison and personal loss, tells his wild life story. He revisits growing up in Jersey City and the trauma of learning his brother died while he was behind bars. He talks returning to music with a new project, community toy drives and concerts, clashes with local politics, and plans for a tour.