The Herd with Colin Cowherd

John Middlekauff is back reacting to the Los Angeles Rams surviving a tough divisional battle against Kyle Shanahan, Brock Purdy and a thin San Francisco 49ers team by a score of 12-6 on Thursday Night Football. John goes off on the sliding San Francisco 49ers and explains why Kyle Shanahan’s belief in QB Brock Purdy seems to be coming back to bite him, and declares the Niners season officially over. Then, Middlekauff goes in on the Niners disaster of a season including Kyle Shanahan’s questionable play calling, Brock Purdy’s recent struggles and Deebo Samuel looking like a below-average wide receiver as the perennial powerhouse 49ers continue to get worse and worse as the season unfolds. Then, Middlekauff salutes Matthew Stafford’s grit in a hard-fought win and explains why his upside works for his huge contract as the Los Angeles Rams make a late-season push for the NFL playoffs. John then looks ahead to the looming divisional battle between the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams as we get down to the wire in a tight race for the NFC West crown. After, Middlekauff unpacks Bill Belichick joining the North Carolina Tar Heels as their head coach and explains why, after his introductory press conference, the media is getting the 7x Super Bowl champion’s hire all wrong. Then, John’s thoughts on Bill Belichick’s dominant legacy, authenticity in sports and how it impacts being an athletic figure in 2024. Finally, another edition of Fugazi Friday. Lastly, John is joined by The Action Network's betting guru Stuckey to talk about the weekend's best bets.. 6:00 - Thursday Night Football Reaction 32:56 - Belichick Presser 50:56 - Stuckey Interview Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to the Rams outlasting the 49ers in a sloppy, rainy Monday Night Football game! He points out that Brock Purdy proves to be just “a guy” when the Niners don't have their full compliment of weapons to injuries, and when contrasted with Matt Stafford… doesn’t have the same franchise quarterback appeal (3:45). He also shovels dirt on the 49ers season and explains why the team needs a rebuild. He explains why he believes that Bill Belichick will only coach one year at UNC after it was revealed his contract buyout is only $1 million dollars after year one (10:45). Chad Millman, Chief Content Officer of the Action Network and host of “The Favorites” podcast, joins Colin for a round of “Sharp or Square,” to help provide Colin with the sharpest betting advice for week 15 of the NFL slate plus a look ahead at college football! Then the pod goes completely off the rails with some UFO talk! 22:15 - Bills vs Lions 25:30 - Steelers vs Eagles 28:30 - Broncos vs Colts 32:00 - Packers vs Seahawks 34:00 -Bears vs Vikings 36:00 - Titans vs Bengals 38:00 - Browns vs Chiefs 45:00 - Ohio State vs Tennessee  47:45 - Belichick’s outlook at UNC 55:00 - UFO Theories Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman interviews Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu. Sherm asks the former USC standout about his return from the injury he suffered in the preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns, the outstanding play of Leonard Williams and Coby Bryant, how the addition of Ernest Jones has reshaped the Seattle defense, their upcoming matchup against Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football, what makes San Francisco 49ers tackle Trent Williams the toughest offensive lineman to go against, and how Mike Macdonald helped Geno Smith and the struggling Seahawks turn their NFL season around coming out of their bye week. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino reacts harshly to Juan Soto putting on the Mets jersey today! Rich debates "common sense" with him. Is Soto a C&R homewrecker? There's a big NY MLB bet & Danny G. has Swiggy's for Apple Podcast reviews. 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS' jumps into holiday party etiquette! They take calls from across the country & have some humorous takes. Where will Sam Darnold & Travis Hunter play next season? Plus, Rich's nervous Niner plan & money for your pocket, with the 'SOLAR POWER PARLAY!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With their eyes all aglow for their live event in Philadelphia Thursday night, Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to talk best bets for NFL Week 15. Together they discuss a contentious spot for Mike Tomlin, the potential top of the market for the Carolina Panthers, and a sea of underdogs worth investing in. Plus, we hear their boosted moneyline underdog parlay courtesy of bet365, their Big Balls Bet of the Week presented by Tommy John, and so much more.  And as a reminder, The Favorites $100K Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest is underway! Presented by bet365, this totally free-to-play contest has over $100,000 in cash prizes up for grabs to our listeners this NFL season. Just visit  Favorites.ActionNetwork.com to sign up for free and make your picks today. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to Bill Belichick's decision to make the move to college football and become the head coach of North Carolina. He explains why the NFL was no long an option for Belichick despite being the most successful head coach in league history. He also talks to Oregon head coach Dan Lanning about the immediate success they had in their first season in the BIG 10 going undefeated and preparing for the upcoming college football playoffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to Bill Belichick's decision to make the move to college football and become the head coach of North Carolina He explains why the NFL was no long an option for Belichick despite being the most successful head coach in league history   Guest: Jordan SchultzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on Bill Belichick becoming the HC at UNC and the NFL teams that interested him  Colin takes a look at UNC's schedule for next year Thoughts on the Rams-Niners game tonight   Guest: Greg CosellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to Oregon head coach Dan Lanning about the immediate success they had in their first season in the BIG 10 going undefeated and preparing for the upcoming college football playoffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the news of the day that saw Bill Belichick and UNC agree to terms to make him the next head coach of the Tar Heels. Will Belichick succeed at UNC or has the college landscape changed so much that he won't be able to adjust. Next, John previews the Thursday night game between the 49ers and Rams, and is it okay that Russell Wilson isn't a leader in the Steelers locker room because of who their coach is. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 6:00 - Belichick to UNC 16:07 - TNF Preview 26:45 - Wilson and the Steelers 43:56 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by Nick Wright, host of “First Things First” on FS1! They begin with the HUGE breaking news that Bill Belichick has signed a three year contract to coach football at the University of North Carolina and they express reservations with how this could affect his legacy and try to parse the reasons why he made the decision (4:00). They compare Belichick’s resume to Andy Reid’s to judge who will be considered greater in the long run (17:00). They discuss the backlash from baseball purists towards MLB’s proposed “golden at-bat” rule when the sport has continually evolved over the years (30:00), and why “load management” and the over reliance on three pointers are going to hurt the popularity of the NBA if the league doesn’t make changes (37:00). They debate whether the emerging trend of “have’s and have not’s” in MLB is a problem (42:30), and whether college football needs to make changes to NIL and the transfer portal to avoid the same issue (54:00). They talk about “noisy” star NFL wide receivers like Deebo Samuel and A.J. Brown, why the pendulum is swinging back towards the importance of star running backs and why huge contracts for receivers are headed for a correction (1:01:00). Colin laments three rules NFL players don’t seem to know, why it drives him crazy and they debate whether the coach or player is at fault when mistakes happen (1:12:00). Finally, they discuss why parenting and coaching have shared qualities that lead to success and why despite at the height of his success Michael Jordan wasn’t happy (1:23:00).  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren ARE BACK with another episode of FUNKY AND THE CHAMP! Ilia Topuria went viral Monday for saying he's DONE with the featherweight division after beating both Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. Askren gives his argument on why Conor McGregor is the reason for guys like Topuria leaving divisions behind. Cormier and Askren also debate Topuria's motives for leaving the division, and DC argues that the Oliveira fight makes sense for El Matador. And don't miss DC learn about the viral Khabib, Umar and Islam jacuzzi picture on the spot! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R take ya back on this Tuesday, with toys & sports items that blew Christmas up! They talk Joe Burrow & the Ohio robbery. Is it considered "outed" when it's a Victoria's Secret model? There's Bill Belichick breaking news! They follow up on yesterday's Mark Gastineau story! How did Brett Favre respond? Plus, 'MID WEAK MAJOR' & the most Googles athletes of 2024!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin highlights the resurgence of the running back in the NFL and why some of the disgruntled wide receivers across the league need a reality check. He also believes Bill Belichick would be a disaster as a college head coach as the reports about his interest in the North Carolina job continue to heat up. Plus, 6-time Super Bowl champion Josh McDaniels joins the show to talk about the issues the Eagles are having on offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks about the resurgence of the running back in the NFL and why some of the disgruntled wide receivers across the league need a reality check He believes Bill Belichick would be a disaster as a college head coach  Colin hopes this latest LeBron James rumor isn't true 6-time Super Bowl champion Josh McDaniels joins the show to talk about the issues the Eagles are having on offense  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin has a possible outcome for Russell Wilson and the Steelers after this season The Jets and the Giants are horrible, but Colin has some advice on how these two teams can be fixed   Guest: Albert Breer  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports NFL analyst Mark Sanchez joins The Herd to talk about the drama going on with the Eagles, how he thinks Bill Belichick would do as head coach for UNC, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined once again by "Intern Jackson" for this week's massive installment of "Kauff on Campus." John and Jackson dive into the biggest storylines in the world of College Football, the early match-ups in the College Football Playoffs, and will Bill Belichick be the next UNC Head Coach. It's all here and more. 5:12 - Kauff on Campus Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman reacts to Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals beating the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football and Patrick Mahomes leading a game-winning drive against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday Night Football to vault the Kansas City Chiefs to 12-1 on the NFL season. After, Sherm breaks down why Tedy Bruschi and Colin Cowherd are way off with their criticisms of the Detroit Lions and Dan Campbell's play calling, reacts to the Philadelphia Eagles drama sparked by Brandon Graham's comments about Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown's dynamic, gives his take on San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel's tweets about not getting the ball enough, and answers whether or not the New York Jets should move on from Aaron Rodgers after securing their 14th straight season without reaching the NFL Playoff. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R is the scene of Mets on Yankees crime! Rich accuses Covino of being a baby & the gloves come off. Mark Gastineau is in the news, holding a grudge on Brett Favre! Should Gastineau just let it go? What's a grudge made out of? 'LAST ONE STANDING' makes a triumphant return! Plus, "the Joker" joked about some of his Nuggets teammates, saying they should have a pay deduction based on poor play!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.