The Favorites - Guest Chris Fallica & Chicago Event Recap

Nick Wright reacts to the media frenzy surrounding his comments on Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, explaining how his statement on the Chiefs' star has been completely misrepresented. Next, Nick recaps his weekend sitting courtside for the Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies game and chatting with LeBron James after the game. Then, Nick discusses the Golden State Warriors taking on LeBron, Luka Doncic, and the Lakers. Nick breaks down the NBA Playoff race as well as Stephen Curry and Nikola Jokic’s dominant performances from earlier in the week. Next, Nick reacts to Russell Westbrook's nightmare finish to Timberwolves-Nuggets as well as Ja Morant's latest antics in the Warriors-Grizzlies game. Later, Nick makes his predictions for the Final Four and where he wants to see Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg be drafted in the NBA. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John previews The Masters by discussing the importance of the top players in the game needing to step up, how the international players are in it to win, and how Justin Thomas looks like he's back to playing his game. Next, John dives into the LIV players and how it's hard to judge how well they will play in the majors. Then, he talks about how impressed he was with the Creator Classic and what changes he would make to the event. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:51 - The best guys need to step up 20:19 - International players in The Masters 25:27 - JT is coming back 26:26 - When do the LIV players stand 29:04 - Creator Classic 37:11 - 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.

Ilia Topuria said they GUARANTEED him a title shot for his next fight, but if Islam Makhachev doesn't want the fight, what will Dana White and the UFC decide to do?! Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier to talk about the dilemma facing the lightweight division and he tells DC why he think Topuria HAS TO BE Makhachev's next fight. DC argues that Islam beating Topuria wouldn't be given the props it deserves, because Ilia is moving up divisions as did Alexander Volkanovski before losing to Makhachev. Plus, the guys react to Dana White announcing Sean O'Malley fighting Merab Dvalishvili in a rematch for the title, Conor McGregor running for President, and the NCAA wrestling championship! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”! They start with the draft evaluation for Shedeur Sanders and Colin argues that regardless of where he gets drafted, he’ll likely be the third best quarterback in his division and whether that analysis gets factored into his draft position (4:15). They dissect the Giants roster after signing Russell Wilson and whether it would make sense to pass on Shedeur and draft a different position of need (8:30). John explains why a “high floor” isn’t really a thing when it comes to drafting whereas “high ceiling” is VERY real (12:45). They debate why teams missed on Brock Purdy in the draft, why there were signs early on that he was going to massively outperform his draft stock, and why intangibles really matter (16:00). They look at the over/under win totals and make their predictions for who will over/under perform their expectations in Vegas. Colin predicts the Chiefs will underperform, John predicts the 49ers will overperform, and that the Dolphins will implode (26:00). They also predict overperformance from the Titans, Patriots and Chargers (31:15). They pivot to college football and weigh in on the unorthodox pairing of Deion Sanders and Colorado, and the surprise of Deion being all in on the Buffs despite Shedeur moving on to the NFL (37:00).  They debate whether lower turnout in youth football will cause the NFL to become more like the NBA where it becomes a league of “have’s” and “have not’s” because of a diminished talent pool at lower levels, and why player mobility has transformed development (48:00).  Finally, Colin lauds college football becoming more professional in its model and why it’s been great for both the sport and fans (59:15).  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Visit fubotv.com/colin to get $50 off 2 months off Fubo Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R laugh about Rich's cell phone trying to run away from him! Then, Covino's car tries to make an escape! There's a bigger ball drop that Aaron Judge last season. Russell Westbrook is Bob from La Bamba! They take a ton of calls on their fun "ruined moments" topic, based on Westbrook. Plus, 'MID WEAK MAJOR' & a moment to remember Val Kilmer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich have a trivia question for a Swiggy! They take a ton of calls on their fun "ruined moments" topic, based on Russell Westbrook. 'MID WEAK MAJOR' gets an amazing 10-minutes! Plus, The HERD, ya heard & a moment to remember Val Kilmer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R invite you to their Vegas celebration! "We have a jumper!" Rich's cell phone tried running away from him. Then, Covino's car tries to make an escape! There's a bigger ball drop that Aaron Judge last season. Plus, Westbrook is Bob from La Bamba!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin declares Nikola Jokic the perfect model for modern basketball after an incredible 61-point performance and on pace to have his most productive season despite already winning 3 MVPs. He explains why it's obvious 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will get a massive contract extension based on recent comments from the team owner. He also talks to NFL Draft expert Todd McShay about Shedeur Sanders as a prospect and why he might be falling in the draftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Broussard stops by The Herd to talk about the Warriors getting close to 4th place, Nikola Jokic, Jayson Tatum, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He also talks to NFL Draft expert Todd McShay about Shedeur Sanders as a prospect and why he might be falling in the draft More on the waiting game between the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.