The Herd with Colin Cowherd

On this episode of 3 Out, John Middlekauff kicks things off by discussing two of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady. John shares his thoughts on where each legend stands at this stage of their football journey, their lasting impact on the league, and why their names continue to dominate NFL conversations. Next, John ranks the five NFL teams facing the most pressure heading into the season. Which franchises have the highest expectations? Who has the most to lose? And which coaches, quarterbacks, and front offices are entering a make-or-break year? John breaks down the teams with the smallest margin for error and what success or failure could mean for each organization. To wrap things up, it's another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers your questions on the biggest topics around the NFL, from roster building and quarterback play to coaching philosophies and league-wide storylines. From legendary quarterbacks to pressure-packed seasons and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of 3 Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright recaps the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, including his thoughts on Lionel Messi disappearing in the tournament s biggest game and why he should still have been awarded the Golden Ball. Then, Nick weighs in on the World Cup as a whole, naming his winners and losers, his favorites matches and largest takeaways. Finally, Nick shares his latest thoughts on LeBron James as the Heat, Cavaliers, Warriors, and 76ers vie for the 41-year-old star. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL Training Camps begin this week across the NFL! Today we discuss the biggest questions heading into the 2026 season with Ben Solak of ESPN in a special episode sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/SHARPORSQUARE and use SHARPORSQUARE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ben joins hosts Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter to discuss the Cleveland Browns under new coach Todd Monken, and the chances of a New England Patriots return to the Super Bowl with MVP candidate QB Drake Maye. We also hear about Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and a Kansas City Chiefs team flying under the radar this summer. Can the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson return to the playoffs with new coach Jesse Minter? And are Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo savvy enough to carry John Harbaugh's New York Giants back to the Super Bowl? We also hear about the latest data and analytics among the brightest NFL defensive coaching staffs, and whether Chicago Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams is ready to become the next Josh Allen. #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:05:15 - GUEST BEN SOLAK 0:09:50 - NFL DEFENSIVE TRENDS 2026 0:20:06 - CLEVELAND BROWNS 0:30:00 - NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 0:48:00 - KANSAS CITY CHIEFS 0:57:30 - NEW YORK GIANTS 0:58:30 - BALTIMORE RAVENS 0:59:30 - NFC NORTH CALEB WILLIAMS -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports soccer announcer Derek Rae joins The Herd to talk about Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina and why it's wasn't a great World Cup Final including if Argentina was lucky to even get that far More on LeBron James' "In-decision" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason McIntyre filling in for Colin Jason talks about LeBron James STILL not making up his mind on where he will play next season and what could be his possible destinations Taking a look at a horrible college football list ranking the best QBs Former US men's soccer player Cobi Jones about the World Cup final and the US men's performanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NBA player Ryan Hollins joins The Herd to talk about LeBron James still not making his decision See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason McIntyre filling in for Colin Jason talks about LeBron James STILL not making up his mind on where he will play next season and what could be his possible destinations Taking a look at a horrible college football list ranking the best QBs Former NBA player Ryan Hollins joins The Herd to talk about LeBron James still not making his decisionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It s a jam-packed Middlekauff Mailbag on this episode of 3 Out as John answers your biggest questions from around the NFL and college football. John starts by discussing whether football fans have begun to forget just how dominant Travis Kelce has been, and why one down year or changing narratives shouldn t overshadow one of the greatest tight ends the NFL has ever seen. He also tackles the age-old question of great players getting wasted by dysfunctional organizations, examining why elite talent alone isn't enough to win and how poor ownership, front-office decisions, and coaching can derail even the most gifted careers. Plus, John weighs in on the growing trend of successful college coaches making the jump to the NFL. What translates, what doesn't, and which coaches are truly built to succeed at the professional level? Also, John breaks down the New York Giants' expectations heading into the season. Are they ready to take the next step, or are expectations getting ahead of reality? All that and much more on this edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, only on 3 Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by Memphis Bleek and the trio recaps Jay-Z's legendary three-night concert series at Yankee Stadium, telling wild stories from a star-studded event that included LeBron James, Beyonc , Rihanna, along a laundry list of the culture's biggest names. Also, they talk about their favorite vacation destinations to flex with, Bleek's admiration of Joe and Jada's skills on the mic, and their reaction to 38 Spesh's ongoing feud with Jada. Joe and Jada is now STREAMING ON NETFLIX! Merch is here! https://joeandjadashow.com/ All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A collection of Colin s best World Cup takes throughout this unforgettable World Cup. Colin discusses everything including the USMNT s run, Spain s dominance, Mbappe s goals for France, Ronaldo s impact with Portugal, Messi making history with Argentina, and more. All lines provided by @hardrockbet (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was this the best World Cup ever? Spain made Messi look irrelevant and age played a factor in Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina Taking a look at the 10 best goals of the 2026 World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason McIntyre feels in for Colin Jason McIntyre discusses the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina including if this is Lionel Messi's last World Cup The NBA is still waiting for LeBron James to make up his mind More on the 2024 World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA reporter and analyst Jovan Buha stops by The Herd to talk about NBA Summer League and LeBron James' decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason McIntyre feels in for Colin Jason McIntyre discusses the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina including if this is Lionel Messi's last World Cup The NBA is still waiting for LeBron James to make up his mind NBA reporter and analyst Jovan Buha stops by The Herd to talk about NBA Summer League and LeBron James' decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason gives an NBA stock report on this offseason, detailing what teams and players have made positive moves and what teams and players are on the downswing. He breaks down a variety of teams and moves including LeBron James, the Miami Heat adding Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Golden State Warriors, Jaylen Brown going from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers offseason around Luka Doncic, and more. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to an unforgettable World Cup Final as Spain defeats Lionel Messi and Argentina in a thrilling championship match. John breaks down the biggest moments from the final, what the victory means for Spain on the world stage, and why the World Cup continues to deliver some of the greatest moments in sports. The conversation then shifts back to the NFL, where George Kittle is once again advocating for natural grass fields. John discusses the ongoing debate over playing surfaces, player safety, injury prevention, and whether the league should finally move away from artificial turf. Plus, Bryson DeChambeau finds himself at the center of controversy during The Open Championship. John weighs in on the latest headlines, the reaction from the golf world, and what the situation says about one of the sport's most polarizing stars. From an epic World Cup showdown to NFL player safety and major championship golf, John covers the biggest stories from across the sports landscape on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the perfect fantasy football draft look like in 2026? Chris Welsh is joined by Derek Brown and Jake Ciely to build the ultimate fantasy football draft blueprint by selecting their favorite value pick in every round! From first-round stars like Puka Nacua, James Cook, AJ Brown, and Chase Brown to league-winning sleepers such as Parker Washington, Quentin Johnston, Josh Downs, Jonathan Brooks, and Stefon Diggs, the crew breaks down the best targets at every stage of your draft. Whether you're preparing for redraft leagues, half-PPR formats, or looking for draft strategy advice, this episode gives you a round-by-round roadmap to dominate your fantasy football draft. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Round 1 - 0:03:58 Round 2 - 0:11:52 Round 3 - 0:18:43 Round 4 - 0:23:54 FantasyPros Draft Wizard - 0:29:01 Round 5 - 0:29:43 Round 6 - 0:33:35 Round 7 - 0:40:27 DASH Dog Food - 0:45:52  Round 8 - 0:46:45  Round 9 - 0:50:01 Round 10 -  0:54:05 Hard Rock Bet - 0:57:17 Rounds 11-14 - 0:59:26 Outro - 1:07:05 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Lionel Messi and Argentina's stunning 2-1 comeback win over Harry Kane and England in the World Cup semifinal. Nick discusses why what Messi is doing is unthinkable and predicts the final between Argentina and Spain. Next, Nick reacts to Lamar Jackson's shocking fall from #2 to #69 in the NFL Top 100 players and hypothesizes why the 2-time MVP is sliding down the list. Later, Nick shares his current prediction for where LeBron James will be playing next year before reacting to Kevin Durant calling him out on Instagram and sharing a piece of their comedic text exchange that followed. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dricus Du Plessis BEAT Kamaru Usman in his return to the octagon in DOMINANT FASHION at UFC Fight Night in Oklahoma City! Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his instant reaction from octagon side after DDP's unanimous decision victory over Usman. DC says that Nassourdine Imavov deserves to be next, but Dricus' win could get him a third fight with Sean Strickland sooner than later. And Cormier reveals the difference in DDP against Khamzat Chimaev and today's Dricus. Plus, DC breaks down what's next for Kamaru and if he needs to go back down to 170. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson falling 67 spots in the NFL Top 100 Players. Is 2026 more likely to be a bounce back for the two-time MVP or more regression from a disappointing 2025? Next, Nick shares his current prediction for where former Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will be playing basketball next season as his decision looms. Later, Nick reacts to Kevin Durant's shot at him on social media and discusses his comedic text exchange with the Houston Rockets' star. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stay sharp and ahead of your leaguemates as the NFL offseason rolls on! Join Seth Woolcock and Derek Brown as they host a live fantasy football Q&A. Who are the recent risers and fallers in draft rankings? Which players should managers be targeting in trade discussions? Plus, what recent headlines impact the fantasy landscape the most? Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Which Jersey Is Seth Buying? - 0:01:45 Chat Q&A #1 -  0:07:22 FantasyPros Draft Intel - 0:24:06 Chat Q&A #2 - 0:25:56 FantasyPros Discord - 0:38:23 Chat Q&A #3 - 0:38:53 Outro - 1:02:53 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy

Where Colin was right and where he was wrong Colin also shares his top 10 QBs in the NFL right now arguing for Josh Allen to claim the top spot and Caleb Williams at third. Soccer analyst Jamie O’Hara joins the show live from England to share an inside perspective on the fallout after the devastating loss. He criticisms the substitutions and decisions made by Tuchel and why people are in uproar over what happened. Plus, legendary head coach Bill Belichick joins the show. They talk about building a winning culture and the differences in coaching in the NFL vs NCAA. Bill also shares stories about his time coaching legendary players like Tom Brady, Lawrence Taylor and Rob Gronkowski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1 They start with Spain upsetting France in the World Cup semifinal in a game where they dominated defensively and smothered France’s vaunted attack and has the potential to turn in the greatest defensive performance ever in a World Cup (3:30). They make their predictions for the impact of this World Cup on the future of soccer’s popularity in America (12:00) and agree that the passion and consumption of the World Cup shown by American fans has been absolutely remarkable (22:30).  Then, he’s joined by Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” on the Volume. They discuss the Jaylen Brown trade and Colin argues Brown’s presence was problematic for the Celtics when Jayson Tatum is on the floor (30:00). They move to the World Cup and compare the artistry of both soccer and basketball, and discuss what went wrong for the USMNT against Belgium (38:00). Finally, they discuss LeBron’s free agency and entertain the idea of LeBron joining the star-studded Sixers (53:30). All lines provided by @hardrockbet (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason is joined by his former ’Lakers Collective’ coworkers Jovan Buha and Trevor Lane from the Sirius XM studio in The Wynn Las Vegas to do a deep dive on all things Los Angeles Lakers. They discuss Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, the Walker Kessler trade, Cameron Carr's performance at NBA Summer League, Jonathan Kuminga vs. PJ Washington (who would be acquired via trade), LeBron James no longer being with the team, and more. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright recaps the semifinals of the World Cup, starting with Lionel Messi and Argentina sending England packing in dramatic fashion. Then, Nick dives into Spain cruising to a victory over Kylian Mbappe and France. Later, Nick gives his predictions for the World Cup final and debates whether or not he should attend the game. Finally, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is LeBron James returning home… again?! Colin Cowherd believes LeBron will eventually announce his decision to sign with the Cavaliers for next season over Warriors and 76ers but is struggling to finalize the decision due to Cleveland’s shortcomings. Colin looks at Lionel Messi leading Argentina back to the World Cup Final at 39 years old and reveals the secret to his greatness that is similar to Tom Brady.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary head coach Bill Belichick joins the show. They talk about building a winning culture and the differences in coaching in the NFL vs NCAA. Bill also shares stories about his time coaching legendary players like Tom Brady, Lawrence Taylor and Rob Gronkowski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to Fox Sports analyst Maurice Edu about the 2026 World Cup including the Spain vs Argentina on Sunday Colin lists his Top 10 Goals From 2026 World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is LeBron James returning home… again?! Colin Cowherd believes LeBron will eventually announce his decision to sign with the Cavaliers for next season over Warriors and 76ers but is struggling to finalize the decision due to Cleveland’s shortcomings. Colin looks at Lionel Messi leading Argentina back to the World Cup Final at 39 years old and reveals the secret to his greatness that is similar to Tom Brady. Plus, legendary head coach Bill Belichick joins the show. They talk about building a winning culture and the differences in coaching in the NFL vs NCAA. Bill also shares stories about his time coaching legendary players like Tom Brady, Lawrence Taylor and Rob Gronkowski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Former Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein join Anthony Rizzo and David Ross to discuss joining the Cubs from the Boston Red Sox, bringing Rizzo to Chicago, developing baseball players, the MLB Draft, hiring Joe Maddon, and building the Cubs roster piece by piece, including players like Jon Lester, Dexter Fowler, and Aroldis Chapman. He also gets into the Cubs’ 2016 MLB playoffs run, including beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS and the seven-game battle against the Cleveland Indians in the World Series. Plus, don’t miss Epstein’s never-before-told story from the infamous Game 7 rain delay. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL stars Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette react to Conor McGregor's DEVASTATING torn ACL in his fight versus Max Holloway and discuss whether an athlete's BODY or MIND ultimately determines retirement decisions. Lenny and Juice also react to reports that LeBron James has narrowed his free agency decision to three teams and discuss why the Philadelphia 76ers might be the BEST option for his legacy and championship aspirations. Fournette and Landry debate whether Shannon Sharp or Shakur Stevenson was in the RIGHT after "Unc" called Stevenson's fighting style BORING and whether criticism was justified? The guys also discuss the INTRIGUING Aaron Donald sighting from the Los Angeles Rams practice facility, the legendary story of Tom Coughlin fining Lenny 5k at the Jacksonville Jaguars for being overweight during his playing days, and react to HILARIOUS bison attack at Yosemite National Park.All lines provided by  @hardrockbet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soccer analyst Jamie O’Hara joins the show live from England to share an inside perspective on the fallout after the devastating loss. He criticisms the substitutions and decisions made by Tuchel and why people are in uproar over what happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to England’s devastating loss to Argentina in the Semifinal of the World Cup. Colin explains why England’s coach Thomas Tuchel made such a grave mistake getting too conservative after taking a 1-0 lead. Colin also discusses the greatness of Lionel Messi orchestrating another thrilling comeback for Argentina and putting them back in the Finals to potentially win a second straight World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to Robert Griffin III about ESPN's top 100 list, Lamar Jackson, Caleb Williams this coming season, the journey of Sam Darnold, and more He gives his thoughts on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's comments about Caitlin Clark being the face of the league  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to England’s devastating loss to Argentina in the Semifinal of the World Cup. Colin explains why England’s coach Thomas Tuchel made such a grave mistake getting too conservative after taking a 1-0 lead. Colin also discusses the greatness of Lionel Messi orchestrating another thrilling comeback for Argentina and putting them back in the Finals to potentially win a second straight World Cup. Soccer analyst Jamie O’Hara joins the show live from England to share an inside perspective on the fallout after the devastating loss. He criticisms the substitutions and decisions made by Tuchel and why people are in uproar over what happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's finally here! The world holds its breath as they await the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final. After a shocking come-from-behind victory over England and star Harry Kane, defending champion Argentina is back in the Final. They'll square off against favored Spain, who defeated superstar Kylian Mbappe and France. Now it all boils down to this incredible World Cup Final on Sunday afternoon in the Meadowlands. Who will be crowned as the world's best soccer team? And more importantly: how can we profit off it? Stars like Lionel Messi, Mikel Oyarzabal, Lamine Yamal, and Julian Alvarez headline this transhemispheric showdown, as the globe's most spellbinding sporting event reaches its apex. Back to break down all the World Cup action are betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter, who welcome soccer expert Anthony Dabbundo of The Ringer. Together they give their picks and predictions for this enormous match, including who they believe will lift the trophy, best bets on player props, and more. #Volume 0:00:00 - START 0:00:30 - ENGLAND VS. ARGENTINA RECAP 0:20:47 - SPAIN VS. ARGENTINA PREVIEW 0:43:00 - BRASS BALLS BET OF THE WEEK - All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by Los Angeles legend YG, fresh off the release of his latest album ‘The Gentleman’s Club.’  YG explains how the project was a measure of his maturation after he felt like the hip hop world had started boxing him in as an artist. He also tells Joe and Jada incredible stories about the late Nipsey Hussle, from how they became close despite one being a Blood and one being a Crip, their come-up together during the West Coast revival alongside TDE’s Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock, and why Nip’s ability to bring enemies together and make peace made him one of the realest ever. Also: Jada tells a hilarious story about getting arrested in Fayetteville, Joe makes a wild declaration about Ice-T, and YG names the West Coast legends that inspired his career. Joe and Jada is now STREAMING ON NETFLIX! Merch is here! https://joeandjadashow.com/ All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff previews the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale by breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the final major of the golf season. John discusses why the unpredictable nature of links golf makes The Open so unique, whether Rory McIlroy or Scottie Scheffler can reclaim major championship glory, and why Tommy Fleetwood faces one of the biggest weeks of his career. John then shares his favorite bets for the tournament, including why he loves Matt Fitzpatrick, Chris Gotterup, and Viktor Hovland. Later, John explains why new PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp faces a difficult challenge growing the Tour after the majors, why he believes LIV Golf’s run is coming to an end, and wraps up with a GoLow Mailbag to answer your golf questions. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former USMNT goalkeeper Brad Friedel joins the show to break down how Spain became a superpower in the soccer world and why US Soccer needs to retain head coach Mauricio Pochettino. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd discusses Spain’s win over France to return to the World Cup Final and how they’ve established themselves as the best run soccer program in the world right now.  Colin examines where LeBron James will sign in free agency and believes the Warriors are increasingly becoming the obvious choice for the 4-time champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to NFL reporter Albert Breer about the possibility of Aaron Donald coming out of retirement, Lamar Jackson Is No Longer Top 20 Player, Sam Darnold not getting enough respect, and more. More on Spain dominating France yesterday at the World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd discusses Spain’s win over France to return to the World Cup Final and how they’ve established themselves as the best run soccer program in the world right now.  Colin examines where LeBron James will sign in free agency and believes the Warriors are increasingly becoming the obvious choice for the 4-time champion.  Plus, former USMNT goalkeeper Brad Friedel joins the show to break down how Spain became a superpower in the soccer world and why US Soccer needs to retain head coach Mauricio Pochettino.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1 They start with Spain upsetting France in the World Cup semifinal in a game where they dominated defensively and smothered France’s vaunted attack and has the potential to turn in the greatest defensive performance ever in a World Cup (3:30). They make their predictions for the  impact of this World Cup on the future of soccer’s popularity in America (12:00) and agree that the passion and consumption of the World Cup shown by American fans has been absolutely remarkable (22:30).  Colin defends his NFL quarterback rankings and his take that Caleb Williams is the third best quarterback in the league, but gets some grief from Danny (31:00).  They react to WNBA commissioner Kathy Engelbert bailing on her interview with Dan Patrick and argue that Dan had every right to be upset publicly, and that the WNBA was completely unprepared to capitalize on the superstardom of Caitlin Clark (40:30).  Finally, they react to Bulls #4 overall pick Caleb Wilson’s standout performance in summer league (53:00) and discuss their favorite stand-up comedians (1:00:00). All lines provided by @hardrockbet (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff breaks down the latest changes in NFL ownership as a new wave of billionaire owners enters the league. What does the increasing value of NFL franchises mean for the future of the sport, and how could these ownership changes impact teams on and off the field? John also reacts to Jon Gruden expressing interest in calling NFL games as a play-by-play broadcaster. Would Gruden make the transition from the sidelines to the broadcast booth, and what kind of impact could his personality and football knowledge have on a game telecast? Plus, John shares his thoughts on Matt Miller's wild story, discussing the latest buzz surrounding one of football's most talked-about personalities and why the story has captured so much attention. To wrap things up, it's the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers listener questions on the biggest topics around the NFL and offers his insight into everything from roster building to league trends. From ownership changes and broadcasting news to behind-the-scenes stories and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason returns from Las Vegas and reacts to the biggest NBA storylines from his time at Summer League, including how nobody knows where former Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will end up, the bizarre Miami Heat story between Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro (who Miami traded to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo), more games to review from AJ Dybantsa (Washington Wizards), Darryn Peterson (Utah Jazz), Cameron Boozer (Memphis Grizzlies), and Caleb Wilson (Chicago Bulls), as well as Victor Wembanyama's new contract with the San Antonio Spurs and Gary Trent Jr.’s new contract with the Bucks. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major League Baseball's annual All-Star Break is here! Time to take step back, take stock, and build some winning bets! Baseball betting and analytics expert Sean Zerillo returns to outline the teams he's buying, the teams he's selling, and the prop bets and exotics he's wagering on for the second half of the MLB season. Together with hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, they tackle the important questions. Will the Seattle Mariners wake up and run away with the American League West? Will Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees learn some plate discipline, or will the Tampa Bay Rays capture the AL East? Could Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies make another postseason run? And can Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers continue their torrid pace through the rest of the summer? Check out this loaded episode for all the best bets, prop betting strategies, player props, and updated season win totals your rawhide heart desires! #Volume 0:00:00 - START 0:10:00 - JUICED BASEBALLS 0:21:00 - DETROIT TIGERS UPDATE 0:27:45 - PITTSBURGH PIRATES, CHICAGO WHITE SOX 0:34:00 - MLB AWARDS BEST BETS 0:38:00 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS UPDATE - All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd explains why he has no problem with NFL players voting Lamar Jackson the 69th best player in the league and why it’s time we adjusted our view of the 2-time MVP. It would make the most sense if LeBron James signed with the WarriorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin also shares his top 10 QBs in the NFL right now arguing for Josh Allen to claim the top spot and Caleb Williams at third. Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to discuss Colin’s QB rankings and offer his thoughts on where LeBron James will play next season including a scenario where he teams up with Draymond Green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to former NFL QB Matt Hasselbeck about the best QBs in the league right now, Lamar Jackson no longer being elite, the system in Green Bay, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd explains why he has no problem with NFL players voting Lamar Jackson the 69th best player in the league and why it’s time we adjusted our view of the 2-time MVP. Colin also shares his top 10 QBs in the NFL right now arguing for Josh Allen to claim the top spot and Caleb Williams at third. Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to discuss Colin’s QB rankings and offer his thoughts on where LeBron James will play next season including a scenario where he teams up with Draymond Green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.