First, (3:00) Colin explains if it’s a good thing Kevin Durant has walked back his trade request to return to the Nets, and if Nick Saban massive $12 million per year extension is overpaid. Then, first year Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell joins Colin to discuss how he was introduced to Sean McVay (10:00), why it’s important for him to connect with Kirk Cousins (21:00), how working under McVay influenced his offensive philosophy (25:00), scouting reports for QB’s he’s played and coached with (29:00), ...
Aug 24, 2022•36 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains why he’s not being too harsh labeling Packers backup Jordan Love a bust, and if he’s outraged over the controversial cut block of Giants DE Kayvon Thibodeaux that had Twitter in a frenzy. Then, longtime NFL writer - and host of the Open Mike podcast - Mike Silver joins Colin to discuss his article reporting Jimmy Garoppolo’s penchant for repeatedly “ghosting” the Niners in the offseason (10:00), if the Bucs could make a move for Jimmy G (21:00), why Tom Brady didn’t ...
Aug 23, 2022•35 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , how the NFL will handle Deshaun Watson’s Week 12 return from suspension, who deserves the blame for Daniel Jones not working out in New York, what major change Colin’s sources are telling him could be coming to MLB, if USC has any regrets over ditching the Pac-12 for B1G cash, and if Dana White should buckle under media pressure and pay his fighters more. Then, former Bears & Dolphins HC and Cowboys DC Dave Wannstedt and Colin discuss if Kenny Pic...
Aug 19, 2022•34 min
First, Colin explains why Aaron Rodgers publicly criticizing his young receivers is a bad omen for the Packers, and if the Steelers should go ahead and start hometown hero Kenny Pickett in Week 1. Then, longtime Browns beat writer Mary Kay Cabot joins Colin to discuss if the Browns should sign Jimmy Garoppolo if Deshaun Watson faces a lengthy suspension (16:00), what length of suspension the Browns are preparing for (19:00), if the locker room is prepared to handle the new dysfunction (22:00), a...
Aug 17, 2022•33 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) Colin lists his ‘Super Bowl Bubble’ teams that are good enough to bring home a Lombardi, and which teams are sitting outside looking in. He also explains why he’d avoid letting Hard Knocks in the door at all costs, and how Kevin Durant’s career would be better if he never met social media. Then, Ian O'Connor -- NY Post columnist and author of Coach K : The Rise and Reign of Mike Krzyzewski Belichick , and The Captain -- rea...
Aug 13, 2022•57 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including if Antonio Brown’s latest bizarre statement is his most bizarre yet, which 2 QB/Coach combos are most likely to implode, the biggest mistake football fans make in August, which 2nd year QB will pop, how Trump changed college football for the better, and if Jimmy G to the Browns would be a good fit. Colin and 3 and Out podcast Host John Middlekauff discuss if who’s to blame for the current state of the Giants (11:00), if they should bottom ou...
Aug 12, 2022•31 min
Colin explains how Kevin Durant’s career would be better if he never met social media, if the Jets have any chance to avoid disaster after a season ending injury to LT Mekhi Bechton, and why he’d avoid letting Hard Knocks in the door at all costs. (3:00) Then, First Things First co-host - and host of the What's Wright? podcast - Nick Wright joins Colin to discuss why he ranked LeBron #1 over MJ and Kareem in his Top 50 NBA Player of All-Time list (14:00), what’s behind Aaron Rodgers offseason Ay...
Aug 10, 2022•57 min
First, (3:00) Colin lists his ‘Super Bowl Bubble’ teams that are good enough to bring home a Lombardi, and which teams are sitting outside looking in. He also explains how the Rams plan on managing Matt Stafford’s tennis elbow, and if they should keep OBJ for another year. Then, Ian O'Connor -- NY Post columnist and author of Coach K : The Rise and Reign of Mike Krzyzewski Belichick , and The Captain -- and Colin discuss the new Derek Jeter doc The Captain (12:00), the contrast between the caree...
Aug 08, 2022•45 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) Colin reacts to Deshaun Watson’s 6-game suspension, if it’s in Roger Goodell’s best interest to appeal the decision and seek additional games, and why the Padres got hyper-aggressive like the Yankees or Dodgers to land superstar Juan Soto. Then, longtime Boston Globe Writer Dan Shaughnessy reacts to the passing of Celtics legend Bill Russell (12:00), and looks back on his rivalry with Wilt (16:00). He also tries to make sen...
Aug 06, 2022•1 hr 7 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including if he’s down with Aaron Rodgers tripping on psychedelics, why Nick Saban is calling 2021 a rebuilding year despite finishing as national championship runner-up, if he’s outraged the Dolphins tampered with Tom Brady, how Vin Scully influenced him as a broadcaster, and if LeBron should retire as a Laker. Then, the Action Network's Chad Millman and Colin discuss the best and worst Divisional futures for the AFC East (12:00), AFC North (20:00), ...
Aug 05, 2022•47 min
First, (3:00) Colin reacts to the Nats dealing superstar Juan Soto to the Padres, why laid back San Diego is acting hyper-aggressive like the Yankees or Dodgers, and if the news of the Dolphins tampering with Tom Brady was dumped to distract from the Deshaun Watson suspension. Then, NFL Reporter - and GoLongTD Founder - Tyler Dunne joins Colin to discuss the expectations for Aaron Rodgers without Davante Adams (16:00), if Rodgers will finish out his new contract in Green Bay (18:00), if the Viki...
Aug 03, 2022•36 min
First, (3:00) Colin reacts to Deshaun Watson receiving a 6-game suspension from arbitrator Judge Sue Robinson, and if it’s in Roger Goodell’s best interest to appeal the decision and seek additional games. Then, longtime Boston Globe Writer Dan Shaughnessy joins Colin to discuss the Watson suspension (10:00), react to the passing of Celtics legend Bill Russell (12:00), and look back on his rivalry with Wilt (16:00). They also attempt to explain why Bill Belichick looks poised to enter the season...
Aug 02, 2022•33 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) his top takes of the week, including why he's defending Kyler Murray over 'study clause' criticism, and why Big Ben is in no position to question the commitment of younger players. Then, (19:00) longtime NFL writer - and host of the Open Mike podcast - Mike Silver on if Kyler Murray’s film study clause is really a red flag, and if the Niners are internally concerned about Trey Lance taking over at QB. Next, (35:00) longtime...
Jul 30, 2022•55 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including if Colin has been too critical of Trey Lance, why he’s defending Kyler Murray’s film study habits, if the Raiders printing cash in Vegas is surprising, why he’s advocating for Draymond Green to get a max extension, and if Charles Barkley will be a hit as a LIV tour commentator. Then 2-time Super Bowl Champ former Steelers Cornerback Ike Taylor joins Colin to discuss his new role as a scout for his former team (15:00), if Mitchell Trubisky or...
Jul 29, 2022•46 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains why he disagrees with Big Ben calling out younger players after his legendarily lukewarm commitment. Then, longtime Cowboys columnist - and host of The Doomsday Podcast - Matt Mosley joins Colin from Oxnard to discuss Jerry Jones creating early distractions with his backhanded ‘vote of confidence’ for Mike McCarthy (10:00), if the Cowboys competitive window is closing (13:00), what it would take for Mike McCarthy to get fired during the season (25:00), if the loss of...
Jul 28, 2022•44 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains if the media is overreacting to the mandatory film study clause in Kyler Murray’s new contract, and why the best run NBA franchises aren’t willing to overpay for Kevin Durant. Then, longtime NFL writer - and host of the Open Mike podcast - Mike Silver joins Colin to discuss if Kyler Murray’s film study clause is really a red flag (12:00), if the Niners are internally concerned about Trey Lance taking over at QB (31:00), and if Lamar Jackson should hire an agent to ex...
Jul 26, 2022•39 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) Colin explains why Kirby Smart is wrong about NIL money ruining the motivation of young athletes, and why the Vikings and Kirk Cousins will shine without Mike Zimmer around. Then, former Bears and Dolphins HC and FOX NFL analyst Dave Wannstedt on if the new Bears regime is committed to Justin Fields, if the Steelers will start Kenny Pickett over Mitchell Trubisky in Week 1, and if Tua can have a breakout year in Mike McDani...
Jul 23, 2022•51 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including if Kyler Murray’s massive new contract proves he made the right decision choosing football over baseball, if Patriots players were brainwashed by the ‘Patriot Way’ during the height of the dynasty, if Georgia overpaid Kirby Smart with his new 10-year contract, why California Governor Gavin Newsom’s outrage over USC and UCLA moving to the B1G is so hypocritical, and why James Harden deserves a lot of credit. Then, longtime Sports Illustrated ...
Jul 22, 2022•49 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains why Kirby Smart is wrong about NIL money ruining the motivation of young athletes. Then, former Vikings linebacker and current analyst Ben Leber joins Colin to discuss his recent viral comments reporting a rift between Kirk Cousins and former Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer (8:00), if Minnesota should be favored over Aaron Rodgers and the Packers in the NFC North (14:00), why the franchise hasn’t been able to win a Super Bowl (22:00), the impact of Brett Favre on the ...
Jul 21, 2022•43 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains why the Vikings and Kirk Cousins will shine without Mike Zimmer around. Then, former Bears and Dolphins HC and FOX NFL analyst Dave Wannstedt joins Colin to discuss how USC and UCLA will adapt to the B1G (8:00), if the new Bears regime is committed to Justin Fields (13:00), if the Steelers will start Kenny Pickett over Mitchell Trubisky in Week 1 (25:00), if Tua can have a breakout year in Mike McDaniel’s QB friendly offense (28:00), and why the Niners can't keep Jim...
Jul 18, 2022•40 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) Colin explains why Lamar Jackson isn’t a top 10 QB, and why journalists claiming inside knowledge about the length of the upcoming Deshaun Watson suspension don't have a clue. Then, (8:00) New York Times best-selling author and contributor Chuck Klosterman discusses his latest book, The Nineties: A Book, the coverage of Michael Jordan’s pursuit of a baseball career, the difference in media in the MJ and LeBron eras, and the...
Jul 16, 2022•51 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including why Colin has been so hard on the NBA recently, why he takes issue with Andre Iguodala saying Rasheed Wallace would be better than Giannis in today’s NBA, if Zach Wilson reportedly hooking up with his mom’s friend is a big deal, and why accusations that Colin is anti-Cowboys are completely ridiculous. Then, New York Times best-selling author and contributor Chuck Klosterman joins Colin to discuss his latest book, The Nineties: A Book, the co...
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains why more teams want to win now rather than build for the future, why Lamar Jackson isn’t a top 10 QB, and why journalists claiming inside knowledge about the length of the upcoming Deshaun Watson suspension don't have a clue. Then, The Athletic NBA Writer Marcus Thompson joins Colin to discuss what it was like watching the Warriors clinch in Boston (12:00), why the trade market for Kevin Durant has been so limited (20:00), if Chet Holmgren can handle the nightly puni...
Jul 13, 2022•43 min
Colin and 3 and Out podcast Host John Middlekauff discuss possible landing spots for Jimmy G with Baker Mayfield in Carolina (4:00), if the Niners have doubts about Trey Lance heading into camp (7:00), if Zach Wilson tabloid headlines are cause for bigger concern (10:00), if the Patriots are in big trouble without Josh McDaniels calling plays (13:00), if Deshaun Watson is a Top 10 quarterback (23:00), if Lamar Jackson should hire an agent and get his extension (27:00), if USC’s move to the B1G i...
Jul 11, 2022•43 min
This is Prime Cuts! The best of The Colin Cowherd Podcast. First, (3:00) Colin explains why Kyrie to the Lakers makes sense in a crowded LA sports market and the bottom line on the careers of Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. Then, (11:00) FOX Lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt discusses the major repercussions of USC & UCLA joining the Big Ten, and if Notre Dame joining is an inevitability. Next, (29:00) longtime NFL writer - and host of the Open Mike podcast - Mike Silver reacts to Bak...
Jul 09, 2022•54 min
First, Fake Questions, Real Answers (3:00) , including if Draymond Green was right to defend Kevin Durant bailing on the Nets, what Zion Williamson re-signing with the Pelicans says about his future, what Aaron Rodgers new tattoo really means, if Colin will still talk Baker in Carolina, and if college football conference expansion is out of control. Then, the Action Network's Chad Millman tells Colin if he's sharp or square with his early Week 1 bets, including the Eagles at Lions (13:00), Raide...
Jul 08, 2022•31 min
First, (3:00) Colin explains the bottom line when it comes to Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. Then, longtime NFL writer - and host of the Open Mike podcast - Mike Silver joins Colin react to Baker Mayfield being dealt to Carolina (8:00), if Cleveland is expecting a shorter suspension for Deshaun Watson than the worst-case predictions (21:00), if Sam Darnold could be on the move (24:00), if there’s any chance the Niners hold onto Jimmy G as insurance for Trey Lance (28:00), if the Bears are close...
Jul 07, 2022•43 min
Colin explains why Kyrie to the Lakers makes sense in a crowded LA sports market. Then, FOX Lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt joins Colin to discuss the major repercussions of USC & UCLA joining the Big Ten, what it means for Lincoln Riley and his former school Oklahoma, and if other big schools like Notre Dame and Oregon will follow the same path. They also make their predictions for the College Football Playoff National Title Game this season. Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter ...
Jul 05, 2022•35 min
First, Colin gives his thoughts on the seismic college football landscape shift with USC and UCLA heading to the B1G and why he’s giving KD credit for moving on from Kyrie. Then, SI Senior NBA Writer - and host of Boxing with Chris Mannix - Chris Mannix and Colin discuss the best landing spots for KD, which dark horse team to keep an eye on, if Kyrie to the Lakers is a likely possibility. Mannix Also unravels Brian Windhorst’s enigmatic viral comments about Danny Ainge’s Jazz moves, and reveals ...
Jul 01, 2022•30 min
Warriors co-owner - and Academy Award nominated producer - Peter Guber and Colin discuss how owning a sports team is different than other investments (5:00), how he stays involved without being a “meddling owner” (7:00), how he effectively communicates with star athletes and actors (10:00), when he knew that Tom Cruise would be a box office star (19:00), the difference between appealing to movie and sports audiences (23:00), and what he learned from a meeting with Nelson Mandela (28:00). Follow ...
Jun 27, 2022•37 min