In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the insane amount of money being paid to NFL assistants, why it reflects the NFL's booming business, gives his take on the hirings of Matt Rhule in Carolina and Joe Judge with the Giants, He also previews the divisional round games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 and Out - Crazy NFL Coordinator Money; Joe Judge/Matt Rhule Hirings; Rooney Rule Fail;  Divisional Round Previews; Mailbag

The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.

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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).
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Colin Cowherd Podcast - NFL Draft Primer: Concerns With J.J. McCarthy? Drake Maye Needs The Right Coaching, Top 5 Mock Draft

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 #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hoops Tonight - How Nuggets pulled off INSANE comeback vs. LeBron & Lakers

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 Durant See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of The Herd

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 Clippers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 - Quarterbacks and the NFL Draft

The Raiders are trying to move up in the NFL Draft
NBA reporter Rachel Nichols joins the show in studio to explain why the Suns have been disappointing despite their trio of superstars including Kevin Durant See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 and Out - Crazy NFL Coordinator Money; Joe Judge/Matt Rhule Hirings; Rooney Rule Fail; Divisional Round Previews; Mailbag

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