The Herd with Colin Cowherd
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PodcastThe Herd with Colin Cowherd
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On this episode of 3 & Out , John Middlekauff reacts to the latest OTA comments surrounding J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray, breaking down what quarterbacks are saying each other and what it could mean heading into the season. John also discusses Luther Burden continuing to shine and why the dynamic playmaker keeps generating buzz as one of football’s rising stars. Plus, thoughts on recent comments from Jack Campbell and why he doesn't feel like he needs to be the highest paid at his position. Fugazi Friday returns as John calls out what’s real and what’s not from around the sports world, before taking a moment to reflect on the passing of hockey legend Claude Lemieux and his impact on the game. To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag , with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of NFL and sports topics. Follow John on Twitter , and Instagram for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What’s up, my people—rolling into the weekend with juice: that JJ McCarthy–Kyler Murray clip, a sharp coaching note on messaging, the A.J. Brown saga, Fugazi Friday energy, a real one on sleep training, and a packed mailbag.
Q: What did that viral Kyler–JJ moment really show? A: Kyler sounded like a grown pro, and JJ came off like he doesn’t get the job yet; quarterbacks need production and presence, backups must be all‑in, and I’d bet he doesn’t win the job and could be moved rather than sit in a room he’s not fully aligned with.
Q: Big picture on leadership and messaging? A: Words from the top set the temperature, so targeted public praise for a young wideout can unlock him, and you save those bullets for guys who need a lift while veterans don’t need the pat on the back.
Q: Where does the A.J. Brown trade chatter sit? A: Howie wants a first, the Patriots aren’t biting, cap timing complicates it, and contenders like the Chiefs or Bills could circle if the math works, which would be ironic given how he was acquired in the first place.
Q: Any roster‑building takeaways? A: Media grades missed badly on that Lions haul, and value at spots like tight end and linebacker can beat chasing second‑tier receiver money.
Fugazi Friday and Dad Diaries: four‑month sleep regression is a mental gauntlet, I love the kid but the nights are real, and then a gut‑punch—rest in peace to Claude Lemieux; hearts out to the family and a reminder that time with our people is everything.
Q: Are quarterbacks skipping OTAs a problem? A: Not really in late May since these are lighter and more about bonding, though if you keep losing in January it becomes fair game to nitpick.
Q: International games and odd kickoffs—worth it? A: The sport’s rhythm is Friday, Saturday, Sunday here, but growth matters, and fans will wake up early for a marquee matchup while most will skip a random one.
Q: Thoughts on the expanded college playoff? A: Expect more blowouts and TV inventory, players are paid either way now, and it’s mostly coaches fighting for job security; I’ll watch without loving the bloat.
Q: Career bucket list? A: One day I’d like to run the whole operation front to back, but the true north is raising a good human and accepting you can’t pick their friends or every turn they take.
Q: Could the league add an eighteenth game as play‑ins? A: The NFL chases inventory, not rest, so a dedicated play‑in weekend while others sit sounds great for fans but isn’t how the league thinks.
Q: How will Bryce Young look this year? A: If he plays to a solid middle tier with a better roster around him, they can sniff ten wins, but it’s still wait‑and‑see.
Q: What’s your sauna and cold plunge routine? A: About twelve to fifteen minutes in infrared with a cap to spare the brain, a quick steam and rinse, then three to four minutes in the cold tub, and I finish cold; heads up on sauna and fertility if you’re trying.
Q: What’s it like having a gambling sponsor? A: It’s a natural fit because I bet anyway, the brand’s iconic, and I even skipped a cool event for dad duty, which tells you where life’s at.
Q: Could there be an NBA‑style three‑team swap for Myles Garrett and A.J. Brown? A: Multi‑team deals are rare here, so the cleaner path is moving A.J. for a first and flipping assets for a pass rusher, with cap math and front‑office relationships steering the whole thing.
That’s a wrap—enjoy the weekend, hug your people, and we’ll be back swinging.
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