Best of The Herd

Colin Cowherd breaks down why the Pittsburgh Steelers’ path to yet another winning season and potential playoff appearance may actually be holding the franchise back in today’s NFL. Is consistent mediocrity worse than a full rebuild? Missing the playoffs might be a blessing in disguise for the Kansas City ChiefsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Colin reveals this week’s Herd Hierarchy, ranking the top 10 teams in the NFL, including why the Green Bay Packers fall out of the list and what’s fueling the Chicago Bears’ rise into the top five. Then, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to debate the state of the Kansas City Chiefs, explaining why Patrick Mahomes and company remain close to Super Bowl contention despite missing the playoffs for the first time in 11 yearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former New England Patriots QB Drew Bledsoe stops by The Herd to talk about Drake Maye and the Patriots this season, Mike Vrabel's coaching style, Caleb Williams' accuracy, George Pickens being unhappy in Dallas and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd breaks down why the Pittsburgh Steelers’ path to yet another winning season and potential playoff appearance may actually be holding the franchise back in today’s NFL. Is consistent mediocrity worse than a full rebuild? Plus, Colin reveals this week’s Herd Hierarchy, ranking the top 10 teams in the NFL, including why the Green Bay Packers fall out of the list and what’s fueling the Chicago Bears’ rise into the top five. Then, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show to debate the state of the Kansas City Chiefs, explaining why Patrick Mahomes and company remain close to Super Bowl contention despite missing the playoffs for the first time in 11 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 15 Monday Night Football matchup between Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins vs. Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh Steelers. John kicks off talking about Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's inability to play in cold weather games & why the Dolphins may need to get rid of Tua. John then talks about the Pittsburgh Steelers playoff picture after Dolphins win gives them a one game lead on the Baltimore Ravens leading the AFC North with 3 games to go. John talks about how 49ers will probably not go to the Super Bowl but why it could be Kyle Shanahan's best coaching year of his career with the absurd amount of injuries to his star players. John also talks about how the Packers look moving forward without star edge rusher Micah Parsons ahead of a high stakes NFC North road battle against the NFC first place Chicago Bears this upcoming Saturday night, and what this could mean for head coach Matt LaFleur's future with the team. Lastly, John dives into his DMs and discusses the trend of older quarterbacks starting in the NFL & why teams pull the trigger to start guys like Joe Flacco & Philip Rivers than players they don't trust like Anthony Richardson. 05:01 - Dolphins-Steelers 24:09 - 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan 26:15 - Green Bay Packers 31:44 - Why are there so many old QBs starting in the NFL? 45:00- Mailbag 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.

Fat Joe and Jadakiss were ACTIVE at DJ Khaled's We The Best Classic charity golf event. Joe and Jada took the pod on the road and sat down with a range of guests: they discuss Ludacris' private island, Jada's Verzuz with The Lox against Dipset, and hip hop stars setting an example for the youth with 'Fast & Furious' star Tyrese; Joe gets sage advice from former Hot 97 icon and current 'Angie IRL' host Angie Martinez, who jokingly accuses Joe of taking shots at 'Drink Champs' host N.O.R.E.; Steve Lobel, who's managed hip hop legends like Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Jam Master Jay, sparks an amazing story from Fat Joe about Big Pun; and rising young athletes Taylor Townsend (pro tennis player and former No. 1 ranked doubles player in the world) and Malachi Toney (Miami Hurricanes receiver and ACC Rookie of the Year) shed light on their respective careers. 2:30 - Tyrese 13:30 - Angie Martinez 22:30 - Steve Lobel 35:00 - Taylor Townsend 46:15 - Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua predictions 50:00 - Malachi Toney Watch Jake Paul versus Anthony Joshua - Friday December 19th at 8 PM Eastern, 5 PM Pacific standard time. Live on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/title/82122635 [Timestamps may vary due to advertisements.] Joe and Jada now on Patreon All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers getting a win over the Phoenix Suns that included yet another chapter in the odd beef between Dillon Brooks and LeBron James. He discusses Luka Doncic's slight dip in play since his return and how the defensive minded lineup was successful while Austin Reaves was out with an injury. Then he discusses Joel Embiid and Paul George looking better for the Philadelphia 76ers in a loss to the Atlanta Hawks, Victor Wembanyama's defensive masterclass for the San Antonio Spurs against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup semifinal on Saturday, and gives his new NBA power rankings. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd gives Broncos QB Bo Nix respect for his performance against the Packers and wants to know when people will finally admit Nix is an elite QB leading the way for 12-2 Denver It's safe to say with Patrick Mahomes now out with a torn acl, it's time for a Chiefs rebuildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin shares this week’s edition of Colin Right, Colin Wrong – why he was correct about the Chiefs downfall but missed on Pete Carroll and the Raiders.  Plus, NFL reporter Albert Breer joins the show to tell Colin why Bears QB Caleb Williams is finally starting to turn the corner in Chicago as they prepare for a playoff runSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks about the most likely NFL playoff picture  With the injuries to Packers; are the Lions the better team? More thoughts on the Broncos clinching a playoff spot under Sean Payton   Guest: Mike DeFabo   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.