Best of The Herd

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the big weekend in the NFL and previews both games. John also discusses the top storylines and a few of the things that he finds the most interesting heading into Sunday.  Later, John is joined by betting guru Stuckey from The Action Network to break down the upcoming NFL games. They dive into all the action, key storylines, and deliver their expert insight on where the value is for bettors. 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 are joined by 42 Dugg. Joe and Jada ask the "We Paid" rapper about his upcoming project 'Part 3,' Eminem's love for Detroit, Detroit's love for Young Jeezy, and how he became renowned in New York City for his expert gambling. They also discuss whether R. Kelly could still sell records if he got released from prison, Latin artists like Bad Bunny and J Balvin making bags American artists can only dream of, the rap world taking DeJ Loaf's style and running with it, Cade Cunningham's Pistons sitting atop the NBA's Eastern Conference, and Joe's story of putting DJ Khaled on. 5:00 - 42 Dugg is a LEGENDARY gambler 12:45 - Joe & Jada still hit the studio religiously 17:30 - Bad Bunny & Latino artists' money is DIFFERENT 26:00 - Detroit's love for Young Jeezy, Eminem's love for Detroit 38:30 - Deep dive into R. Kelly's incarceration 47:30 - Upcoming album 'Part 3' 52:00 - Joe discovered DJ Khaled 1:03:00 - Joe & Jada's advice: PAY YOUR TAXES! 1:07:00 - 42 Dugg debuts "Thick One" feat. Skilla Baby [Timestamps may vary due to advertisements.] All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Championship Sunday, and Richard Sherman breaks down both title games with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. In the NFC Championship, Sherm digs into Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks, revisiting their regular-season matchups, Sam Darnold vs. Matthew Stafford, Mike Macdonald’s aggressive Seattle defense, and why this Seahawks team is peaking at the right moment. On the AFC side, Sherman analyzes New England Patriots vs. Denver Broncos, the impact of Bo Nix’s injury, whether Denver’s defense can challenge Drake Maye, and why New England’s physical, disciplined approach could determine the game. Covering key matchups, coaching decisions, score predictions, and Super Bowl implications, this episode has everything you need before the NFL’s biggest weekend.All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paddy Pimblett IS BACK on the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier, this time ahead of a massive interim title fight between him and Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 in Las Vegas. Paddy tells DC why Justin Gaethje's "overrated" power won't stop him from striking and looking for a knockout victory. Pimblett also doubles down on the fact he will finish Justin in the first three rounds and become champion. Paddy also dismisses Ilia Topuria's claim to return in March or April, and see why he GOES OFF ON Arman Tsarukyan and the fact he'll fight him ANYTIME. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only three games remain in the 2026 NFL Playoffs, with Super Bowl LX looming in San Francisco. To discuss this Sunday's Conference Championships, betting expert Chad Millman is joined by professional sports gambler Simon Hunter to discuss each matchup in an episode sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/SHARPORSQUARE and use code SHARPORSQUARE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Together hosts provide initial betting picks and predictions for the games, including spreads, totals, and select player props as their free SHARP OR SQUARE PRO FOOTBALL PICK 'EM CONTEST continues at https://sharporsquare.thevolume.com/ On Sunday, gambling action starts with the AFC Championship between the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos. Quarterback Bo Nix is now out with a broken ankle, so Denver turns to backup and former Auburn Tiger Jarrett Stidham as a sizable home underdogs. He'll face MVP finalist Drake Maye, who looks to keep the Patriots' incredible Super Bowl dreams alive for Coach of the Year finalist Mike Vrabel. On Sunday night, the NFC Championship game is a showdown between NFC West foes. The Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks face each other for a third time this season, as quarterback Matthew Stafford comes off an overtime win to play Sam Darnold. Will Darnold see more ghosts in the defensive backfield? Or is he ready to exorcise his demons and take the Seahawks to a special west coast Super Bowl? All their final and official betting picks, all in one fast-paced episode! #Volume 0:00:00 - START 0:08:30 - SHARP CALLS 0:12:10 - NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS VS. DENVER BRONCOS 0:29:00 - L.A. RAMS VS. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS 0:42:00 - SIMON BIGGEST BETS OF THE WEEK -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting 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.

Colin ranks the top 10 players in the AFC Championship Game including why Patriots QB Drake Maye is clearly inside the top 5. Plus, Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to breakdown what Bears QB Caleb Williams still needs to improve on and why the Rams can have success against the Seahawks' #1 defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Mangini joins The Herd to talk about the big AFC Championship game between the Patriots and the Broncos, Baker Mayfield's feud with Kevin Stefanski, the Steelers head coaching search, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd pushed back against the recent criticisms of the Bills after the firing of head coach Sean McDermott and why they are still in a Super Bowl contending window He asks why the isn't "outrage" over the Yankees and Mets spending big money like the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd pushed back against the recent criticisms of the Bills after the firing of head coach Sean McDermott and why they are still in a Super Bowl contending window.  He ranks the top 10 players in the AFC Championship Game including why Patriots QB Drake Maye is clearly inside the top 5. Plus, Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to breakdown what Bears QB Caleb Williams still needs to improve on and why the Rams can have success against the Seahawks' #1 defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the wild press conference with the Bills owner and GM, where we learned why Bills owner Terry Pegula doesn't talk to the media very often. Next, John reacted to some of the other coaching news around the NFL, Baker Mayfield going off on twitter regarding a tweet about him and his time in Cleveland, and if teams during SB week will have an issue with the 49ers practice facility. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 03:38 - Bills wild press conference  14:02 - Other coaching news 28:36 - Baker goes off on twitter 32:43 - 49ers practice facility 38:30 - 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.