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The Colin Cowherd Podcast

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100% unfiltered Colin. He delivers his no-holds-barred takes and instant reactions to the biggest stories in sports.

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Episodes

Darnold Is Super Bowl Bound, Sean Payton’s Huge Mistake, NFC Is The Superior Conference, Mike McCarthy Lands Steelers Job

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL conference championship games. They start with the Seahawks beating the Rams in a heavyweight fight style shootout and Colin highlights the special teams lapses by the Rams as the reasons Seattle won the game (2:00). They give huge credit to Sam Darnold for two outstanding back-to-back seasons resulting in a Super Bowl appearance and being the winningest quarterback in the league since he took over for the Vikings (8:...

Jan 26, 202652 min

Prime Cuts - Broncos Lose Bo Nix, Indiana Wins 1st Natty, NFL Coaching Carousel, Bills Drama

Colin’s top takes of the week. Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the divisional round of the NFL playoffs and the National Championship between Indiana & Miami. Finally, Colin Cowherd is joined by Tyler Dunne from GoLongTD.com to discuss the drama and untold stories of the Buffalo Bills. Timeline: 2:00 - Broncos lose Nix in win over Buffalo 16:00 - Harbaugh & Stefanski land new jobs 32:30 - Indiana wins first championship 39:30 - NIL has transformed c...

Jan 24, 20261 hr 14 min

Inside Buffalo Bills Hidden Drama: Josh Allen, Sean McDermott, Chiefs Rivalry

Colin Cowherd is joined by Tyler Dunne from GoLongTD.com to discuss the drama and untold stories of the Buffalo Bills. They talk about why Brandon Beane & Terry Pegula threw Keon Coleman & Sean McDermott under the bus at the press conference. Why Sean McDermott was fired and why Brian Daboll might be the next Head Coach of the Buffalo Bills. Tyler shares why the infamous 13 second game vs Patrick Mahomes & Kansas City Chiefs broke the Bills and they still haven't recovered from that ...

Jan 22, 202644 min

INSTANT REACTION: Indiana Wins National Championship, Miami Clearly 2nd Best Team, NIL Has Transformed College Football

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to react to Indiana beating Miami in the National Championship. Colin gives props to Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza & calls him the clear #1 pick in the NFL draft, and argues that Miami proved they were the second best team in the country & deserved to be there (2:00). They agree that Miami has outstanding talent and will be back in the playoff next year (6:00), and Colin argues Curt Cignetti’s coach has Indiana looking like ...

Jan 20, 202646 min

Reaction to Rams-Bears, Texans-Patriots, Bills-Broncos & 49ers-Seahawks

Colin Cowherd and '3 & Out' host John Middlekauff react to the NFL Divisional Playoffs. They start off with the insane game between the Los Angeles Rams & Chicago Bears. They give their take on Caleb Williams incredible 4th down play to force overtime, Matthew Stafford finding Davante Adams to set up game winning Field Goal. Who do they like in the NFC Championship game between the the Rams & Seahawks. Next they react to New England Patriots beating the Houston Texans. They give thei...

Jan 19, 20261 hr 6 min

Prime Cuts - Bye Eagles Bye, Indiana vs Miami Preview, SEC Dominance Is OVER

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”. They start with the shorthanded 49ers beating the Eagles on the road and Colin argues the gap in coaching ability between Kyle Shanahan & Nick Sirianni is massive. He credits Brock Purdy for overcoming two interceptions & finding ways to win the game despite several mistakes and John calls it one of the worst playoff losses of all time for the Eagles (2:30). Then, they move to college football &am...

Jan 17, 202638 min

Indiana vs. Miami Preview, NIL Is Hurting SEC Powerhouses, Will Kiffin Win Titles?

Colin’s joined by college football guru Josh Pate to preview the College Football Playoff Championship between Indiana and Miami. Colin predicts that unlike Oregon & Alabama, Miami’s defense should be disruptive and be able to keep Indiana from a point total in the 30s or 40s (2:00). They debate whether Indiana coach Curt Cignetti could be lured away from college football by the NFL (4:30). They discuss the huge disparities in finances between the Big Ten & Texas programs and SEC program...

Jan 14, 202626 min

Shorthanded 49ers STUN Eagles, Josh Allen Is ALL-TIME Great, Caleb Looks Like Elway, SEC Dominance Is OVER

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the wild card round of the NFL playoffs and preview the college football playoff championship game. They start with the shorthanded 49ers beating the Eagles on the road and Colin argues the gap in coaching ability between Kyle Shanahan & Nick Sirianni is massive. He credits Brock Purdy for overcoming two interceptions & finding ways to win the game despite several mistakes and John calls it one of the worst playoff los...

Jan 12, 20261 hr 4 min

INSTANT REACTION: Bears Comeback To STUN Packers, Rams Beat Panthers In THRILLER, Indiana Crushes Oregon

Colin reacts to the Bears' massive comeback to beat the Packers, the Rams thrilling 34-31 win over the Panthers & Indiana’s win over Oregon in the CFP. He starts with the Bears recovering from a terrible first half to beat the Packers and points to the lack of a run game and consistent pass protection leading to the Packers downfall. He gives Caleb Williams credit for making some incredible throws and playing “John Elway” level ball in the fourth quarter (3:30). He moves to the Rams win over...

Jan 11, 202631 min

Prime Cuts - NFL Wild Card Round Preview, Top NFL Head Coaches, Lamar Jackson’s Decline

Colin’s top takes of the week. Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to preview the full slate of NFL Wild Card weekend games, then breaks down some of the top NFL storylines with Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1 Timeline: 3:30 - Chargers @ Patriots 5:30 - Bills @ Jaguars 9:15 - Bye week effect on Broncos 11:00 - Rams @ Panthers 19:00 - 49ers @ Eagles 24:45 - Packers @ Bears 33:00 - Bears built for cold weather success 43:30 - Lamar Jackson’s future 54:00 - R...

Jan 10, 202655 min

Bears Built For The COLD, NFL Playoffs Are WIDE OPEN, Lamar Jackson’s Future, Ranking Top NFL Coaches

Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1 They start with the bad weather forecast for the upcoming Packers/Bears game and Colin argues that the weather will benefit the Bears due to their run game and Caleb Williams superior arm strength, and Danny explains why Bears fans are the most excited they’ve been in years (3:30). They also highlight which wild card weekend teams they feel most strongly about (11:00). Colin points to all the star, highly paid quarterbacks tha...

Jan 08, 20261 hr 6 min

Week 18 Games Were AWFUL, NFL Playoff Preview, College Football Playoff Predictions

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the final week of the NFL season. They start with the observation that the extended 17 game season has resulted in some terrible games featuring a ton of backup quarterbacks in the final week of the NFL season (2:45). They preview the playoff field starting with the Patriots hosting the Chargers and they both agree the Chargers are a very live underdog that could upset the #2 seed Pats. Colin argues that he likes the Jaguars ...

Jan 05, 20261 hr 11 min

Prime Cuts - College Football Playoff Reaction, Bills A “One & Done” In Playoffs? Steelers & Tomlin Headed For Divorce?

Colin's top takes of the week. He's joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL & college football playoff. They start with the Eagles holding off a late rally by the Bills to win in Buffalo and agree the Bills are entirely too Josh Allen dependent when he’s clearly not 100%, and discuss the hot/cold nature of the Eagles offense. They both agree the Bills look like a one and done team in the playoffs (3:00). They move to the Steelers loss to the Browns putting their...

Jan 03, 202648 min

College Football Playoff Reaction: Indiana Rolls The Tide, Oregon Throttles Texas Tech, Miami Upsets Ohio State

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the college football playoff. They start with Indiana’s blowout of Alabama and Colin explains why Curt Cignetti’s coaching has produced a Hoosier team that’s great in every facet of the game (2:00). They also break down what makes Fernando Mendoza such a great quarterback (9:45). They move to Oregon dominating Texas Tech and Colin highlights the talent discrepancy between the two teams and they agree that this young Oregon ro...

Jan 02, 202645 min

3 & Out - Matt Stafford & Rams UPSET by Kirk Cousins & Falcons on MNF

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE following the Week 17 Monday Night Football matchup between Matt Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams vs. Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons. John kicks off by reacting to the Falcons improbable win against the Rams on MNF. John discusses what this does to Matthew Stafford's NFL MVP chances as the team squanders an opportunity to remain in play for the NFC number 1 overall seed. John then previews the Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 18 S...

Dec 30, 20251 hr

Eagles Survive Bills Rally, Steelers Are In BIG Trouble, Don’t Sleep On The Pats, Pete Carroll One & Done?

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the week 17 NFL Sunday slate. They start with the Eagles holding off a late rally by the Bills to win in Buffalo and agree the Bills are entirely too Josh Allen dependent when he’s clearly not 100%, and discuss the hot/cold nature of the Eagles offense. They both agree the Bills look like a one and done team in the playoffs (2:30). They move to the Steelers loss to the Browns putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy and point t...

Dec 29, 20251 hr 7 min

College Football Playoff Preview, Michigan’s Head Coaching Search, USC/Notre Dame Rivalry Paused

Colin is joined by college football guru Josh Pate to talk all things College Football Playoff. They start with why the first round of the playoff isn’t as great as advertised and lends itself to massive mismatches and blowouts. Colin argues that the power schools are more than happy to play the weaker schools early in the season and shouldn’t complain when you face them in the playoff (3:30). They move to the announcement that the USC/Notre Dame series is being put on hold after ND inked a home...

Dec 23, 202540 min

Jags SNAP Broncos Streak, College Football Playoff, Bears STUN Packers In OT, Steelers Win In WILD Finish

Colin Cowherd and '3 & Out' host John Middlekauff react to Week 16 in the NFL. They start with Steelers-Lions, where Pittsburgh and Aaron Rodgers were able to hold off Jared Goff. Do the Pittsburgh Steelers have a chance in the playoffs? Next they discuss the Los Angeles Chargers win over the Dallas Cowboys and what makes Justin Herbert’s Chargers a real threat. Next they discuss Jacksonville Jaguars beating the Denver Broncos. Is this loss a concern for Bo Nix and Sean Payton? Next they dis...

Dec 22, 20251 hr 8 min

Prime Cuts - Bo Nix’s Best Game, Josh Allen The Greatest QB Talent Ever? Chiefs Headed For A Rebuild? Tua Gets Benched

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Thing’s First” on FS1. They start with Colin offering his new theory that explains the unprecedented drop off from Russell Wilson after seeing Tua on MNF. He argues that when smaller quarterbacks are afraid to get hit, they age overnight. They both agree that Tua’s career is likely over (03:00). They discuss the evolution of Justin Herbert, and why they think he could win a title and an MVP under Jim Harbaugh (10:...

Dec 20, 202556 min

Barstool’s Netflix Deal, Joe Burrow’s Trade Value? Tua’s Career Over? NBA Cup Is Great

Colin’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Thing’s First” on FS1. They start by discussing Barstool’s deal with Netflix and the podcast space expanding from audio to video. They compare it to sports moving from radio to TV and explain why it isn’t “selling out”...it’s smart business (3:00). They move to the criticism of the NBA Cup and they both agree the blowback is unfounded and that the in-season tournament is a hit since the players bought in (19:00). Colin offers his new theory that ex...

Dec 18, 20251 hr 2 min

Broncos SILENCE Doubters, Mahomes Tears ACL, Philip Rivers Returns, Bills STUN Pats

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the week 14 NFL action. They start with the Broncos winning a heavyweight fight with the Packers and agree it was the best game of Bo Nix’s career and that the Broncos stepped up big time in a “prove it” game (3:15). After key injuries to Christian Watson and Micah Parsons, they call it a “crippling game” for the Packers (9:45). They move to the Seahawks win over the Colts in the return of 44 year old Philip Rivers. Colin ...

Dec 15, 20251 hr 1 min

Prime Cuts - Is Shedeur A Franchise QB? Caleb Williams Becoming A STAR, OKC’s Dominance, Lamar Jackson’s Lost Season

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1. They start with the red-hot 24-1 Oklahoma City Thunder and why they are positioned to go on a 5+ year run of sustained success due to smart management & analytics rather than money like the Dodgers do in baseball (3:00). They debate whether the goal of parity is achievable and whether it’s good for sports (9:30). They talk about why the “influencer” nature of Shedeur Sanders scared teams ...

Dec 13, 202541 min

OKC Thunder Are UNSTOPPABLE, Notre Dame’s Tone Deaf Complaints, Caleb Williams Comp? Shedeur Better Than Expected

Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1. They start with the red-hot 24-1 Oklahoma City Thunder and why they are positioned to go on a 5+ year run of sustained success due to smart management & analytics rather than money like the Dodgers do in baseball (3:00). They debate whether the goal of parity is achievable and whether it’s good for sports (9:30). They discuss why the influx of Asian fans really helps the MLB but the international stars in the NBA doesn’t ...

Dec 12, 202550 min

Colin Cowherd & Landon Donovan react to World Cup Draw: How Far Will Messi & Ronaldo Advance?

Colin is joined by U.S. Men's soccer legend Landon Donovan and host of the “Unfiltered Soccer” podcast with Tim Howard to preview the 2026 World Cup. They start with group J featuring 2022 champions Argentina & Lionel Messi and Landon explains why Argentina is great with Messi… but also great WITHOUT him (:30). Moving to group K headlined by Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo, they discuss whether Portugal is capable of hoisting the trophy and providing the one missing piece to Ronaldo’s resume ...

Dec 09, 202510 min

Colin Cowherd & Landon Donovan react to World Cup Draw: Expectations For Spain Star Lamine Yamal? Group I Is The “Group Of Death”

Colin is joined by U.S. Men's soccer legend Landon Donovan and host of the “Unfiltered Soccer” podcast with Tim Howard to preview the 2026 World Cup. They preview Group F led by the Netherlands and Landon explains that while he doesn’t think the Dutch can win it all… they definitely have the talent to do so (:30). Landon explains why Egypt won’t be able to beat Belgium in Group G despite having international superstar Mo Salah (2:00). They move to Spain’s Group H and Landon explains just how pro...

Dec 09, 20257 min

Colin Cowherd & Landon Donovan react to World Cup Draw: Mexico & Germany Aren’t Scary, Brazil Is Wildly Talented

Colin is joined by U.S. Men's soccer legend Landon Donovan and host of the “Unfiltered Soccer” podcast with Tim Howard to preview the 2026 World Cup. They preview Group A led by Mexico, and Landon explains why Mexico doesn’t feature the top flight talent of past teams and why other teams won’t fear Mexico (00:45). They move to Group B led by Canada, and discuss the strength of the group relative to the US’s Group D and the potential of soccer power Italy qualifying for the group (2:30). They sta...

Dec 09, 20258 min

Colin Cowherd & Landon Donovan react to World Cup Draw: USA Is Group D favorite

Colin is joined by U.S. Men's soccer legend Landon Donovan and host of the “Unfiltered Soccer” podcast with Tim Howard to preview the 2026 World Cup. They start with the current USMNT and their more extensive experience in playing overseas, at a higher level than prior teams and the advantages it provides in preparing them for a cup. Landon argues that due to their early superstar status & big contracts, they lost some grit, but if they are focused can exceed expectations (1:30). They discus...

Dec 09, 202516 min

What the Bears Proved, College Football Playoff, Indiana Takes Down Ohio State, What’s Wrong With Lamar Jackson?

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the Week 14 NFL action + college football. They start with the Packers holding off the Bears 28-21 and they both argue that despite the loss the Bears proved to be a big winner on the day and proved they belong in the top tier of NFL teams (3:00). They move to the Steelers win over the Ravens to take control of first place in the AFC North, and they agree that Lamar Jackson looks like a shell of himself and neither team i...

Dec 08, 20251 hr 22 min

Prime Cuts - Lane Kiffin To LSU, Bears Take #1 Seed In NFC, The Government’s Secret UFO Retrieval Program

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff to break down all the Week 13 NFL action, then Colin is joined by Dan Farah, the producer and director of the new documentary Age of Disclosure which sheds light on a secretive government program to retrieve and reverse engineer UFO’s/UAP’s Timeline: 0:00 Introduction 01:00 Lane Kiffin takes job at LSU 11:00 Bills vs Steelers 22:00 Bears take #1 seed in NFC 27:00 Eagles offensive struggles 31:00 49ers win despite rash of injuries 38:45 Which military base cont...

Dec 06, 20251 hr

Secrets Behind The Age of Disclosure: Government Hiding Info On UFO's & Aliens

Colin is joined by Dan Farah, the producer and director of the new documentary The Age of Disclosure They dive into the stunning revelations behind The Age of Disclosure , his new documentary on UAPs and the decades-long retrieval programs operating outside congressional oversight. Farah explains the moment he realized just how extraordinary the story was—the subjects’ accounts all lined up, people only felt safe speaking out together, and evidence pointed to an 80-year effort by the U.S., China...

Dec 04, 20251 hr 1 min
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