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Colin Cowherd and John Middlekauff react to the the 1st Round of the NFL Draft. Colin and John discuss the Bears landing Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze and what their future will be like in Chicago. The Falcons stunned everyone when they drafted Washington QB Michael Pennix Jr after signing Kirk Cousins in Free Agency. The Broncos landed Bo Nix, Vikings got JJ McCarthy, Patriots drafted Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels went #2 to the Commanders. Which quarterback has the best future? NFL Draft went heavy on offense including Brock Bowers to the Raiders. Colin and John give their takes on the 1st Round. #Volume #Herd #3AndOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf breaks down film from Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics' 111-101 Game 2 loss to the Miami Heat in the NBA Playoffs. Jason discusses why Boston's poor defensive effort is to blame for their loss and shares his level of concern with the Celtics moving forward. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin gives his 3 big predictions ahead of tonight's NFL draft. He unveils his final Mock Draft featuring a big trade for an NFC contender to get their QB of the future. Plus, NFL insider Dianna Russini joins the show with a surprising report about another potential blockbuster trade for a team in the top 10See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin gives his 3 big predictions ahead of tonight's NFL draft. His thoughts on the Celtics having trouble playing at homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin unveils his final Mock Draft featuring a big trade for an NFC contender to get their QB of the future   Guest: Joel KlattSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL insider Dianna Russini joins the show with a surprising report about another potential blockbuster trade for a team in the top 10See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by Thor Nystrom, the college football expert at FantasyPros to preview the NFL draft! Colin asks whether the Vikings could trade all the way up to #3 to draft Drake Maye (4:00) and if Thor has any bust concerns about J.J. McCarthy (5:30). They get into the reasons behind why 1st round wide receivers have the highest “miss” rate of any position (9:30) and whether USC wide receiver Tahj Washington could be a sleeper pick (15:30). Colin asks whether Texas speedster Xavier Worthy will work in the NFL (17:45) and how Michigan running back Blake Corum is viewed around the league post-injury (26:00) They debate which tackle prospect will be the perennial pro-bowler (30:00) and if Tulane QB Michael Pratt could be a late round steal (34:00). They talk about the potential of Drake Maye and why the right coach will be critical to his development (38:00). Thor gives his draft profile for Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman and his mock draft for the first five picks (45:00). Finally, Colin talks about a major change he’s noticed in the NBA playoffs that has made for a far better basketball product (47:15). (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.

Jason Timpf breaks down how Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and the Denver Nuggets pulled off their incredible comeback win over LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their series. Jason highlights the biggest 4th quarter moments and shares what LA should have done differently in their effort to even the series. Later, Jason breaks down film from Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks' 96-93 Game 2 win over Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and the Los Angeles Clippers as well as game footage from Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves' 105-93 win over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns. The show ends with Jason hitting listener mailbag questions including why he believes LeBron James is a top three player in the NBA right now, and what to make of Steph Curry following his sluggish end to the season with the Warriors. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin officially names the top NFL prospect everybody seems to love that he has serious doubts about. He believes NFL teams are still undervaluing quarterbacks as he inspects the top of the projected draft boards. Plus, NBA reporter Rachel Nichols joins the show in studio to explain why the Suns have been disappointing despite their trio of superstars including Kevin DurantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin officially names the top NFL prospect everybody seems to love that he has serious doubts about He believes NFL teams are still undervaluing quarterbacks  Thoughts on Luka Doncic and the Mavericks game 2 win over the ClippersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.