Best of The Herd

The Herd with Colin Cowherd delivers a high-octane breakdown of the NBA playoffs, centering on the devastating injury wave crippling both the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. Cowherd argues that the Thunder's depth—once their greatest strength—is now a liability, as key players like Jalen Williams, A.J. Mitchell, and Dylan Harper go down, forcing them into over-reliance on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He warns that the Spurs, despite being healthier, may still be undone by their lack of a true point guard in Stephon Castle, whose loose handle and defensive aggression fall short at the highest level. The episode pivots sharply to Aaron Rodgers, where Cowherd mounts a passionate defense of the quarterback’s legacy, calling him massively undervalued despite his age and a broken offensive culture. He highlights Rodgers’ 2023 stat line—65% completion, 24 TDs, 7 INTs—with a terrible receiving corps as proof of his elite ability. Cowherd also explores the psychological toll of being a superstar in a small market like Green Bay, citing Matt Hasselbeck’s insights on how the lack of privacy and constant scrutiny can wear down even the most resilient athletes. The episode closes with a meta-commentary on the podcasting boom, as Cowherd and his team promote a parade of new shows from the Jonas Brothers, comedians, and reality TV insiders—turning the entire broadcast into a self-aware ad network.