In this episode, Middlekauff breaks down the Cowboys moving quickly to hire Mike McCarthy after stalling on Jason Garrett's firing, why he likes the move for Dallas, why the end of the Patriots' dynasty will be difficult to replace from an interest standpoint, his take on the weekend Wild Card games, and why the stacked QB playoff field shows teams without true franchise QB's are wasting time. He also discusses some of the hottest NFL headlines 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 - McCarthy/Dallas Makes Sense; Post-Pats Dynasty NFL; Wild Card Takes; Stacked Playoff QB Field; Top Headlines

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Colin Cowherd, John Middlekauff and Danny Parkins discuss the first round of the NFL Draft. What are realistic expectations for Caleb Williams and the Bears in his rookie season. Was Rome Odunze the right pick for the Chicago Bears at #9. Can Bears make the playoffs? Colin, John and Danny react to the NFL draft and give their takes about your favorite NFL teams pick. #Volume #Herd #3AndOut See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd Podcast - Hour 2: NFL Draft Reaction: Bears land Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze, Falcons-Michael Penix

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 Penix 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 #3AndOut See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd Podcast - Hour 1: NFL Draft Reaction: Bears land Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze, Falcons-Michael Penix

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

Hoops Tonight - Why Celtics sluggish defense is to blame for Game 2 loss vs. Heat

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 10 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Colin gives his 3 big predictions ahead of tonight's NFL draft.
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3 and Out - McCarthy/Dallas Makes Sense; Post-Pats Dynasty NFL; Wild Card Takes; Stacked Playoff QB Field; Top Headlines

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