THE HERD – HOUR 2 – Blazing 5: Vikings at Bears, Commanders at Cowboys, Colts at Chiefs

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” on The Volume. They break down the massive week 1 offensive explosion by Caleb Williams and the Bears (3:00), laud the Ravens as looking the best of every team in week 1 (9:00), and try to diagnose why everything went so horribly wrong for the Chargers (16:30) Colin is joined by Super Bowl champion and host of “The Manningcast” Eli Manning. They dissect the Giants opening the season with a win over the Cowboys (26:00), how it feels for Eli to watch his nephew Arch Manning playing on the huge stage at Texas (33:00), and preview two of the biggest week 2 games (39:00). Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Wright shares his predictions for Week 2 of the NFL season including Patrick Mahomes and his Kansas City Chiefs looking to go 2-0 at home against Daniel Jones' Indianapolis Colts on Sunday Night Football, Aaron Rodgers' Pittsburgh Steelers taking on Drake Maye's New England Patriots, Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars heading to Denver for a matchup with Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears looking to stay hot against Brian Flores' Minnesota Vikings defense and much more! #Volume 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophie Cunningham and Drew Hanlen are back with plenty to talk about on No Hesitation. The duo dives into Team USA’s gold and Caitlin Clark’s return to the Indiana Fever, the differences between WNBA and NBA practices, and what makes Sonia Citron’s game stand out. Plus, Sophie weighs in on Sydney Sweeney’s ad and the rest of the latest conversations surrounding women’s basketball. Watch and listen to new episodes of No Hesitation every Thursday during the WNBA and NBA season and follow us on social media for all the best moments from the show. You can also listen to new episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube: @NoHesitationShow Twitter: @NoHesiShow This episode is brought to you by: POLYMARKET 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. Get a $50 bonus when you deposit just $10. Sign up right now with promo code NO HES. That's Polymarket dot U.S. and use promo code NO HES to get a $50 bonus when you deposit just $10. https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/NOHES HULU Watch the new season of Chad Powers now streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ For bundle subscribers. Terms apply. https://www.hulu.com/series/7117a15d-128c-4c2b-a5b9-98adfa0f4505 FACTOR Let’s eat real. Head to factormeals.com/nohes50off and use code nohes50of to get 50 percent off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. See website for more details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Parkins from FS1 joins the show telling Colin why Caleb Williams is clearly an MVP candidate this season and if the Chiefs are back as Super Bowl contenders. Tomorrow's Headlines Today with Jason McIntyreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to another jaw dropping performance from Josh Allen scoring 5 total TDs in the Bills win over the Lions on Thursday Night Football. Colin claims Allen could be the most talented QB in league history. Colin explains why the Lions will be fine this season despite their loss last night to the BillsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin shares his week 2 NFL picks in this week’s Blazing 5: Vikings at Bear, Panthers at Falcons, Steelers at Patriots, Commanders at Cowboys and Colts at Chiefs. More on Josh Allen's epic performance last night against the Lions Should Broncos fans be worrying after Denver's loss to the Chiefs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to another jaw dropping performance from Josh Allen scoring 5 total TDs in the Bills win over the Lions on Thursday Night Football. Colin claims Allen could be the most talented QB in league history. He shares his week 2 NFL picks in this week’s Blazing 5: Vikings at Bear, Panthers at Falcons, Steelers at Patriots, Commanders at Cowboys and Colts at Chiefs. Danny Parkins from FS1 joins the show telling Colin why Caleb Williams is clearly an MVP candidate this season and if the Chiefs are back as Super Bowl contenders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the Buffalo Bills beating the Detroit Lions on Thursday Night Football and breaks down the biggest takeaways from the matchup. John looks at what stood out from both teams and what the result could mean as the NFL season moves into Week 2. John then turns his attention to college football for a preview of LSU at Ole Miss, breaking down the matchup, the key storylines, and what to watch when these two programs face off. It’s also time for another edition of Fugazi Friday, as John calls out the biggest narratives, takes, and storylines around the football world that he believes deserve a closer look. Finally, John looks ahead to NFL Week 2 Sunday, previewing the biggest games on the schedule and highlighting the teams, players, and matchups worth watching throughout the weekend. From Bills-Lions and LSU-Ole Miss to Fugazi Friday and the biggest games on the Week 2 NFL slate, John breaks it all down on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another special edition of the DC Show, as Arman Tsarukyan RETURNS to catch up with DC ahead of his HUGE number-one contender fight against the dangerous Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. Arman talks about his fight with Ruffy, and why he HAS TO outwrestle him and finish him in spectacular fashion in order to be the next in line for a championship opportunity. Tsarukyan weighs in on the Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria beef, and says he was shocked that it was "SO EASY" for Justin to finish Ilia in the way that he did. Plus, don't miss the MMA star talk about his popular streaming career, him partaking in a massive brawl after the RAF wrestling match with Georgio Paullas, pulling out of the Islam Makhachev fight, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL Week 2 is almost here as betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter announce the return of their FREE Sharp or Square $25,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest! This big money NFL contest is back for a 4th consecutive season, so sign up NOW to make your picks and compete for prizes at https://sharporsquare.thevolume.com/ Today our duo provides their picks and predictions for games Sunday and Monday, along with their best bet for tonight's showdown between quarterbacks Jared Goff and former NFL MVP Josh Allen as the Buffalo Bills open their new stadium against the Detroit Lions. The action continues with their Brass Balls Trade of the Week presented by Polymarket, taking aim at a rusty Daniel Jones and his Indianapolis Colts visiting Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. The action a breakdown of the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears, MVP candidate Caleb Williams battles unlikely starter Carson Wentz. We also hear about Geno Smith and the New York Jets taking on Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers, along with Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys. We do a round of Sharp Calls, where professional bettors let Simon know their feelings on Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo leading the New York Giants against the Los Angeles Rams with an injured Myles Garrett. They also have strong opinions on Aaron Rodgers and the underdog Pittsburgh Steelers traveling to face Drake Maye and the New England Patriots. And lots of bettors and fans alike want to know what side to bet when Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens welcome the New Orleans Saints. We also get Simon's biggest bets of the week, their underdog moneyline parlay, Chad's Discord Grouper of the Week, and more! #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:04:00 - NFL PICK 'EM CONTEST RETURN 0:07:00 - SHARP CALLS 0:08:25 - GREEN BAY PACKERS VS. NEW YORK JETS 0:15:50 - CAROLINA PANTHER VS. ATLANTA FALCONS 0:22:55 - PHILADELPHIA EAGLES VS. TENNESSEE TITANS 0:29:09 - INDIANAPOLIS COLTS VS. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS 0:39:00 - CINCINNATI BENGALS VS. HOUSTON TEXANS 0:43:40 - NEW ORLEANS SAINTS VS. BALTIMORE RAVENS 0:47:50 - MINNESOTA VIKINGS VS. CHICAGO BEARS 0:55:35 - PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 1:59:40 - JACKSONSVILLE JAGUARS VS. DENVER BRONCOS  1:06:45 - SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS. ARIZONA CARDINALS  1:12:45 - UNDERDOG MONEYLINE PARLAY  1:13:45 - FAVORITES MONEYLINE PARLAY 1:15:15 - SIMON'S BIGGEST BETS 1:18:15 - SURVIVOR POOL PICK OF THE WEEK Polymarket is for customers 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. Subscribe to Sharp or Square for sports trading advice from 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.