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 Russell Wilson officially calling it a career and reportedly heading to CBS Sports. What kind of broadcaster could Russ become, and how should his NFL legacy be remembered? John also discusses the viral moment from Ben Johnson’s press conference, where the Bears head coach was visibly irritated after a reporter’s phone went off during the session. Was the reaction justified, or was it much ado about nothing? Plus, the Steelers continue to invest in their young core, handing out major extensions to Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington. John breaks down what the moves say about Pittsburgh’s long-term vision and why both players are important pieces of the franchise's future. The conversation then shifts to Minnesota, where Kevin O’Connell addressed the quarterback situation and shared his thoughts on Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. John analyzes the comments and what they could mean for the Vikings heading into the season. John also reacts to former NFL safety Eric Weddle’s negative comments regarding Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, discussing expectations, evaluations, and the challenges young quarterbacks face before ever taking a snap at the next level. To wrap things up, Fugazi Friday returns as John separates what's real from what's not around the NFL and sports world. From quarterback news and coaching storylines to front-office decisions and college football debates, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out . 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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Episode summary
Fugazi Friday is on, it’s blazing in Arizona, and we’re hitting football while I line up your mailbag and a Monday sit‑down with Commanders GM Adam Peters.
Russell Wilson picked TV over a backup gig, and I get it; the ending was rough, but in Seattle he was a live wire who absolutely won games.
He moved the league’s thinking on sub six foot quarterbacks the way Steph stretched basketball, because his off‑script creation made height matter less.
The slide came when he chased a pure pocket style he’d never own, instead of riding his movement until the wheels came off, which is a good life note about leaning into what you do best.
He can crush TV only if he drops the politician voice and says real things; if he stays buttoned‑up, it’ll feel flat.
Judging the Seattle run, the defense was elite for years, but with Russ they lived in contention and were a different call from a second ring, so Hall of Fame talk doesn’t offend me even if the late stink lingers.
Ben Johnson snapped when a phone rang in his presser, and that tone works because he carries real command; the messenger matters, which is why that same act bombed for Matt Patricia and only worked for Belichick while he was stacking trophies.
On Pittsburgh, loyalty can blur business; paying T.J. Watt again after a down year boxed them in, while cheaper bets like Darnell Washington are fine, and you’d struggle to get much for Watt right now without eating money.
Kevin O’Connell tried to wave off the JJ McCarthy versus Kyler storyline, but that fire started because McCarthy’s answer invited it, while Kyler handled his side like a grownup.
Eric Weddle says Bryce Underwood can’t really play the position yet, which I read as an accuracy and touch issue, and it underscores why I’d never drop millions on a high school QB when the portal keeps delivering proven college starters.
Fugazi Friday gripes: I missed trash day and wish the city would text when the truck’s thirty minutes out, and I’m losing a daily cage match with wasps squatting by my new Baja shelf because I can’t find the nest.
We’ll keep it tight today, that’s the show, and I’ll be back Monday with Adam Peters.
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