The Favorites - NFL Best Bets Week 18

Jason Timpf reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder's 117-107 win over Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Jason discusses what both teams will rely on moving forward to maintain their championship aspirations and whether he believes in OKC or New York. Later, Jason reacts to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs' 113-110 win over Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets and discusses why Wemby is nearly a "sure thing" to be the best player in the world sooner rather than later. Finally, Jason reacts to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' two-game winning streak and assesses his current feelings toward his favorite team. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Knicks-Thunder Reaction 27:00 - Spurs-Nuggets Reaction 44:00 - Lakers win 7 of last 9 (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin gives his latest Where Colin Was Right/Wrong and gives the final Herd Hierarchy of the regular season in the NFL. Former NFL WR Michael Irvin joins Colin to discuss Cam Ward sitting out the second half of his bowl game. Plus, Colin reacts to New Year's Day College Football Playoff victories for Ohio State and Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by ⁠The Action Network sports betting expert, Stuckey, to share their best bets for the Week 18 slate of games, including Super Bowl futures, Chiefs-Broncos, Bengals-Steelers, Vikings-Lions, Seahawks-Rams, and Saints-Bucs. 0:20 - Playoff picture4:55 - Super Bowl future bets11:12 - Chiefs at Broncos17:45 - Bengals at Steelers20:39 - Vikings at Lions28:59 - Seahawks at Rams32:13 - Saints at Bucs36:28 - Chargers at Raiders 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.

He begins by doubling down on his take that Brock Purdy is a “good, not great” quarterback after throwing two crucial interceptions to sink the 49ers against the Lions, (4:00) and credits his huge stat line to Kyle Shanahan scheming guys open (7:45). He examines the NFC playoff picture and explains why the playoffs are WIDE open and warns that the Lions could be in real trouble if they can’t secure the #1 seed in their upcoming game against the Vikings (10:30). He pivots to the NBA and the lack of criticism of the league by the media. He argues that the league DESERVES criticism, needs major changes and has been coddled by friendly media for too long (13:30).  Then, Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the College Football Playoff and the top storylines from the NFL!  They agree that the Vikings CAN’T move on from Sam Darnold under any circumstances (23:00), that Bills head coach Sean McDermott is under huge pressure and could be on the hot seat if they don’t reach the conference championship (29:30) and examine the rash of really BAD teams at the bottom of the NFL standings (35:00) They pivot to the College Football Playoff with the Oregon Ducks being absolutely cooked by Ohio State in the Rose Bowl and why Ohio State looks to be in a class of their own compared to the rest of the field (45:30).  They laud the Arizona State coaching staff for taking a much more talented Texas team down to the wire, and attempt to dissect why Steve Sarkisian’s teams look “loose” (55:45). Finally, they debate whether Penn State can win the national championship (1:04:00) and what to make of Ashton Jeanty and Drew Aller as NFL prospects (1:07:00).  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich fill in for the great Colin Cowherd! What option would you prefer when selecting your franchise's next QB? The guys talk about a viral video regarding Crocs at the gym. Embarrassing? They react to their Kelce cereal taste-taste. 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK' gets you set for NFL Week 18! Plus, 'SHOWTIME MAHOMES TRIVIA' brings the swag & they flashback to a 2007 Draft blunder. #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich are in for Colin Cowherd! They react to their Kelce cereal taste-taste. 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK' gets you set for NFL Week 18! LeBron & the fellas' 20-year run together. Is there a chance that Tom Brady is one & done in the booth? Plus, HERDLINE NEWS & anti-Yankees scruff! #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich are in for Colin! They have fun talking salad for breakfast & NFL QBs! What option would you prefer when selecting your franchise's next leader? The guys talk about a viral video about Crocs at the gym. Embarrassing, or acceptable? Plus, HERDLINE NEWS! #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich put a bow on their topic of Yankees outdated player rules! 'SHOWTIME MAHOMES TRIVIA' brings the swag! They flashback to a 2007 Draft blunder. The guys dive into WEAK 18 contract incentives. HERDLINE NEWS hears from an unhappy Jimmy Butler. Plus, 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' gets you set to stream this Saturday & Sunday! #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by intern Jackson to discuss Marcus Freeman and his Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeating Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs by a score of 23-10 in the College Football Playoff’s Sugar Bowl from New Orleans, LA. Middlekauff tips his cap to Marcus Freeman, Riley Leonard and the red-hot Notre Dame Fighting Irish on the heels of their second playoff victory as the independent college football powerhouse tries to compete for a National Championship. The two go on to discuss Marcus Freeman’s incredible coaching job with the Irish, who earlier in the season lost a game to Northern Illinois, before wondering how legitimate the team’s title hopes REALLY are. John and Jackson break down Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs let-down performance in the Super Dome and dives into what it will take for Notre Dame to win it all with QB Riley Leonard and the running game leading the way. John and Jackson look ahead to Notre Dame and Penn State from an X’s and O’s perspective, looking at the Nittany Lions star QB Drew Allar, pass rusher Abdul Carter and James Franklin’s talented Penn State team. After, some thoughts on Alabama QB Jalen Milroe, Georgia Bulldogs signal-caller Carson Beck and several other NFL prospects ahead of April’s NFL Draft. Plus, how the rest of the College Football Playoff, featuring the Texas Longhorns vs. Ohio State Buckeyes, might shake out. Finally, the two chat about how to fix many of College Football’s current problems. 2:41 -Notre Dame-Georgia reaction 20:35 - Notre Dame-Penn State preview 24:51 - Possible QB transfers and draft potential 29:29 - Texas-ASU reaction 39:40 - Transfer portal, NIL and tampering. 44:33 - Can a CFB Commissioner stop tampering 49:55 - Should CFP bye teams get a home game? 54:40 - Are there too many Bowl games? 59:00 - Rating the CFP so far 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.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to the biggest news in the UFC and MMA worlds, with this week being ALL ABOUT Dustin Poirier and Alex “Poatan” Pereira. Poirer is looking to have a HUGE FIGHT to end his career, and Cormier talks about the possibility of a trilogy with Max Holloway or fighting one of the up-and-coming talents in Rafael Fiziev or Renato Moicano. Plus, is the light heavyweight division "up for grabs" for an elite wrestling talent entering the division? And DC breaks down why Magomed Ankalaev should be worried after Alex Pereira came out and said he WON'T BE FIGHTING him and plans to fight in Sydney, Australia. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.