The Herd with Colin Cowherd

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 to win as a home underdog against the Bills and they agree the Jags can absolutely make it to the Super Bowl (11:15). Colin predicts the Texans will be the winner in the Wild Card round regardless of whether they face the Ravens or Steelers and they both believe the Texans are the team nobody wants to play (13:15). They discuss whether the bye will be advantageous for the Broncos, but highlight that the collegiate atmosphere at Mile High Stadium is a massive home field advantage compared to other teams (16:45). They pivot to the NFC and start with the Rams being a heavy favorite at Carolina and John argues the Rams defense has lost some of their early season mojo and both worry the Rams could be vulnerable on the road (24:45). They preview the 49ers at Eagles and Colin argues the Niners struggle offensively against good defenses like the Eagles, and that they’ll struggle to overcome all of their injuries (31:30). They move to the Bears hosting the Packers and while Colin likes the Bears to win, John argues that the Bears defense could sink them in the postseason (37:30). Outside of the playoff picture, they discuss reports that Pete Caroll & Kevin Stefanski are going to be fired, and identify the top head coaching candidates available (47:30). They preview the College Football Playoff semi-final games, starting with Miami vs. Ole Miss & they agree that the Hurricanes will bully their way to victory (58:15). They both take Indiana to beat Oregon for a second time and Colin argues Indiana is one of the best coached college football teams he’s ever seen and give their evaluations of quarterback Fernando Mendoza (1:06:00). Finally they discuss another banner year for Sam Darnold with the Seahawks and why as a #1 seed, the Seahawks are going to be a brutally tough out in the playoffs (1:15:00). (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.

The NFL regular season is almost done, so Chad Millman and Simon Hunter dive into their betting results from NFL Week 18, checking in on the gambling action after a tremendous Sunday of pre-playoff action. Plus, we get all their early 2026 NFL playoff predictions. Games recapped today include Shadeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns defeating Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, as Myles Garrett sets the NFL sack record. The guys discuss an epic Caleb Williams performance as the Chicago Bears battled Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, and an easy victory of Mitchell Trubisky and the Buffalo Bills over the hapless New York Jets, in the Highmark Stadium finale. We hear about Matt Stafford's performance for the LA Rams as they defeated the Arizona Cardinals, and Clayton Tune's Green Bay Packers rolling over to the Minnesota Vikings. And of course, we hear plenty of praise for potential Offensive Rookie of the Year Tyler Shough, who helped the New Orleans Saints cover against the Atlanta Falcons to send the Carolina Panthers to the playoffs. All of this, plus their Shame On You and Heroes of the Week, all in one prime time episode! #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:06:33 - NEW ORLEANS SAINTS VS. ATLANTA FALCONS 0:11:36 - CLEVELAND BROWNS VS. CINCINNATI BENGALS RECAP 0:16:36 - DETROIT LIONS VS. CHICAGO BEARS RECAP 0:21:39 - ARIZONA CARDINALS VS. LA RAMS RECAP 0:28:36 - DALLAS COWBOYS VS. NEW YORK GIANTS RECAP 0:30:30 - WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES RECAP 0:36:00 - SHAME ON YOU, HERO OF THE WEEK 0:50:00 - EARLY NFL PLAYOFF BETS -- 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.

Richard Sherman breaks down the Seattle Seahawks’ dominant defensive performance and the San Francisco 49ers’ lack of urgency in a hard-fought NFC West battle. Sherm analyzes Kenneth Walker, Charbonnet, Sam Darnold’s mistake-free football, Mike Macdonald’s scheme, and why Seattle looks like the true No. 1 seed in the NFC. Sherman also dives into Christian McCaffrey’s key drop, the 49ers’ struggles stopping the run, playoff scenarios, and what this loss means for Brock Purdy, Kyle Shanahan, and a potential 49ers-Eagles rematch. Plus breakdowns of the Panthers–Buccaneers finish, NFC South chaos, and a preview of Ravens–Steelers on Sunday Night Football. If you love elite defense, playoff breakdowns, and real football insight, you’re in the right place. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kickoff approaches for the final Sunday slate of the NFL regular season and betting expert Chad Millman and professional sports gambler Simon Hunter deliver their final five against the spread contest bets for their SHARP OR SQUARE PRO FOOTBALL PICK 'EM CONTEST at https://sharporsquare.thevolume.com/ as our audience competes for a fabulous grand prize trip to South Florida, courtesy of our sponsor Hard Rock Bet! NFL betting picks and predictions provided for NFL Week 18 include their best bets for a matchup between Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers facing Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, plus Josh Allen extending his ironman streak for the Buffalo Bills in what is likely their final game in Highmark Stadium versus the Jets. Later, the guys discuss if the New York Giants will be ready against the flailing Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott. Plus, will Caleb Williams continue the Chicago Bears' remarkable run against the Jared Goff and the eliminated Detroit Lions? And is Tyler Shough enough to lead the New Orleans Saints to victory versus the Atlanta Falcons? Is J.J. McCarthy ready to lead the Minnesota Vikings to a blowout win over the injured Green Bay Packers? All their final and official betting picks, all in one fast-paced episode! #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:04:00 - CAROLINA PANTHERS VS. TAMPA BAY BUCS RECAP 0:05:30 - SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS. SAN FRANCISCO 49ER RECAP 0:07:30 - NEW ORLEANS SANTS VS. ATLANTA FALCONS 0:10:45 - CLEVELAND BROWNS VS. CINCINNATI BENGALS 0:13:30 - DETROIT LIONS VS. CHICAGO BEARS 0:16:20 - ARIZONA CARDINALS VS. LA RAMS 0:18:20 - BALTIMORE RAVENS VS. PITTSBURGH STEELERS 0:26:00 - WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES 0:28:10 - DALLAS COWBOYS VS. NEW YORK GIANTS 0:31:00 - OFFICIAL WEEK 18 CONTEST PICKS -- 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.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE to the NFL Week 18 matchup between Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks vs. Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers with the NFC West division title on the line. John will also react to the earlier matchup between Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers vs. Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the NFC South divisional title up for grabs. John will react to the biggest plays of the day, breaking news from around the NFL and college football, and much more! 03:56 - Seahawks-49ers 45:54 - Panthers-Buccaneers Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.