The Herd with Colin Cowherd

John dives into Championship weekend in the NFL by talking about the importance for the players and coaches to get to the Super Bowl, and how just getting to the big game could set up a coach for a long-term deal. Next, John does a pressure test for each team this weekend by talking about who has the most pressure this weekend and who has the least amount of pressure. Later, John discusses the ratings dip for the National Championship Game, and the return of Fugazi Friday. Lastly, John is joined by Stuckey from the Action Network to give you the best bets for the upcoming NFL games.. 5:47 - The importance of getting to the Super Bowl 13:22 - Philly needs to win 14:33 - Pressure on the Bills 23:00 - Does KC have any pressure 25:33 - No pressure on Washington 32:43 - Other NFL news 37:47 - Fugazi Friday 38:58 - Stuckey 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.

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 the AFC and NFC Championship games, plus they chop up some of the top stories from around the league.  3:00 - The “Chiefs get all the calls” theory 6:45 - Commanders vs. Eagles 10:15 - Favorite Commanders/Eagles Prop Bet 10:45 - Jayden Daniels poised to dominate NFC? 17:00 - Bills vs. Chiefs 27:30 - Lower TV ratings for national championship 35:30 - Jags firing Trent Balke  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R have fun explaining why the Texans Joe Mixon was fined TWICE by the NFL! The guys share stories where they were innocent (allegedly!) 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS' ruffles some feathers! They react to breaking news about a messy coaching/G.M. situation for the Jags. What you would refuse to see even if you were given a free ticket?! Tons of calls & the Rockettes, Bon Jovi/Pitbull and Bob Dylan get airtime!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich react to breaking news about a messy coaching/G.M. situation for the Jags! They continue their fun Old-School topic on what you would refuse to see even if you were given a free ticket! Tons of calls & the Rockettes, Pitbull and Bob Dylan get airtime. Plus, Mark Andrews & Saquon spark a Pearly Gates conversation about your best & worst moments in life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R jump right into a double doozy by the NFL! Why was the Texans Joe Mixon fined TWICE by the league for his supposed comments about the refs/Chiefs? The guys share stories where they were innocent (allegedly!) They take calls & discuss Polar Bear Pete. Plus, 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS' ruffles some feathers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this extra prickly episode of the podcast, producer Matt Mitchell shouts at Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter about his Buffalo Bills and their date with destiny. Later on, Chad and Simon break down the AFC and NFC Championship games, with two tickets to the Super Bowl (and Mitchell's precarious sanity) hanging in the balance. We also get their takes on hedging, their leans on the totals, and much more. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin can hardly believe who the Cowboys have reportedly decided will be their new head coach and outlines how far this once proud franchise has fallen. He outlines the top 10 players in each of the NFC and AFC Championship Games. He also talks to new Bears head coach Ben Johnson about his decision to take the job in Chicago and working with quarterback Caleb WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin can hardly believe who the Cowboys have reportedly decided will be their new head coach and outlines how far this once proud franchise has fallen Colin believes Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is the Patrick Mahomes of the NFC Thoughts on the drama between the Heat and Jimmy Butler  He also talks to new Bears head coach Ben Johnson about his decision to take the job in Chicago and working with quarterback Caleb WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin outlines the top 10 players in each of the NFC and AFC Championship Games which has an interesting omission Thoughts on the Jets hiring Aaron Glenn as their new head coach   Guest: Howard CosellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Patriot Julian Edelman joins The Herd to talk about new head coach Mike Vrabel and why the Patriot way worked so wellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the breaking news that Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn will become the next New York Jets head coach. Middlekauff salutes the Jets for making the right move and explains that fans in New York finally have something they can celebrate. Next, Middlekauff goes around the NFL coaching carousel, highlighting hires from the Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings and more. Finally, John wonders what’s next for the Detroit Lions and Dan Campbell after an incredible regular season fizzled out early in the NFL Playoff prior to both coordinators taking head coaching jobs. Next, John dive into the news that Jacksonville Jaguars owner, Shad Khan, fired GM Trent Baalke. Later, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 6:17 - Aaron Glenn hired in NY 14:00 - Raiders hire John Spytek 24:20 - Ben Johnson thrilled to be in Chicago 34:35 - Mike McCarthy is running out of options 43:31 - Trent Baalke out 50:41 - 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.

Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier for a BRAND NEW EPISODE of Funky and the Champ! Askren and DC give their takes on UFC 311, including Islam Makhachev's first-round submission of Renato Moicano, Merab Dvalishvili smothering Umar Nurmagomedov in the win, and why Merab is now the GOAT of the bantamweight division. Cormier brings up Henry Cejudo's comments on Dvalishvili, and why he's RIGHT to call him the bantamweight GOAT. And don't miss Cormier and Askren react to the Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev announcement for UFC 313, and why Pereira is entering UFC GOAT status if he defeats Ankalaev. Plus, are you with Ben saying that Sean O'Malley vs. Umar is the fight to make?! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf highlights the biggest trade deadlines rumors surrounding LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns, and Jalen Green's Houston Rockets! Jason discusses the two trades he would target if he were running the Lakers to help JJ Redick build a championship contender around LeBron and Anthony Davis. Would Phoenix acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat or Houston landing Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls turn either the Suns or Rockets into title contenders? Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Jimmy Butler to the Suns 11:45 - How to revamp the Lakers 31:30 - Zach Lavine to the Rockets #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino fist bumps Rich for making the show, after a metallic snake! Topps brings back the card culture & Rich has a sad bike story. What should the parents of the 11-year old who found the 1 of 1 Paul Skenes card do? It's a Kobe & Chappelle day! They have fun picking Dave Chappelle's best skit ever! Does Patrick Mahomes get Goated over Tom Brady if he 3-peats? They talk 'Over the Top' & fire up 'MID WEAK MAJOR!' Plus, Jimmy Butler's shoes & his 2nd suspension!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & the crew give Rich props for not missing the show, after a metallic snake! Topps brings back the card culture & Rich has a sad bike story. What should the parents of the 11-year old who found the 1 of 1 Paul Skenes card do? They talk Saleh, Carroll, & Glenn. Plus, it's a Kobe & Chappelle day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich have fun picking Dave Chappelle's best skit ever! Does Patrick Mahomes get Goated over Tom Brady if he 3-peats? The crew & callers debate! They talk 'Over the Top' & fire up 'MID WEAK MAJOR!' Plus, Jimmy Butler's shoes & 2nd suspension are the latest blow-up in the Heat saga! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is tired of everyone continuing to blame the refs for the Chiefs win over the Texans and breaks down why the refs didn't impact the outcome. He talks to 7-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady about Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and what makes him so special as a rookie leading his team to the NFC Championship Game. Colin also reacts to breaking news in the NFL with the Jets hiring Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn to be their next head coachSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is tired of everyone continuing to blame the refs for the Chiefs win over the Texans and breaks down why the refs didn't impact the outcome Thoughts on the Bears hiring Ben Johnson as their next head coach He talks to 7-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady about Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and what makes him so special as a rookie leading his team to the NFC Championship Game  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More thoughts on the Bears hiring Ben Johnson and Jayden Daniels' amazing rookie season Colin also reacts to breaking news in the NFL with the Jets hiring Lions defensive coordinator to be their next head coach   Guest: Danny Parkins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks about the Eagles win over the Rams, their upcoming matchup against the Commanders, and the Lions shocking loss that ended their season   Guest: Mark SanchezSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.