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THE HERD - Hour 3 - Tom Rinaldi joins The Herd, Tomorrow's Headlines Today May 22, 2026

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Tom Rinaldi stops by The Herd to talk about the the Indy 500 and the unfortunate passing of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch

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Best of The Herd May 22, 2026

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Colin Cowherd celebrates the Knicks going up 2-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals and explains why Jalen Brunson deserves credit for laying the foundation for this championship opportunity.

He analyzes the criticisms that reigning back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander “flops” too much. He cites recent data that suggests he does but points out his success still can’t be denied.

Plus, NBA Champion Antonio Daniels joins the show to tell Colin why LeBron James should seriously consider leaving the Lakers if he wants to win another championship.

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3 & Out - Early Kickoff Problems, Bears Stadium Debate, Tanking & Backup QB Development | Mailbag May 22, 2026

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to tackle some of the biggest conversations around the NFL.

John discusses the ongoing issues with early NFL kickoffs and why players, teams, and fans continue to debate the impact of scheduling on performance and viewership. He also dives into the Bears’ new stadium discussion and what the future could look like for one of the league’s iconic franchises.

Plus, a closer look at international travel in the NFL and how overseas games affect teams, preparation, and player recovery throughout the season.

John also breaks down the reality of tanking in the NFL—why it’s harder to pull off in football compared to other sports and whether teams actually benefit from trying to lose.

And with home-field advantage still playing a major role across the league, John explains why certain environments continue to matter more than others. He also discusses the importance of developing backup quarterbacks and why organizations that consistently build depth at the position give themselves a major edge.

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4th & South - Deion ATTACKS NFL for UNFAIR Shedeur Sanders Treatment & Chiefs Rashee Rice ARREST May 22, 2026

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Former NFL stars Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette have a raw, unfiltered conversation breaking down Deion Sanders' comments defending his son Shedeur, arguing why he was UNFAIRLY TREATED by the NFL and Cleveland Browns during his rookie season. Fournette and Landry also discuss Rashee Rice's SHOCKING arrest and whether he will EVER play for the Kansas City Chiefs again. Fournette also gets BRUTALLY honest about why Jay Gruden SUCKS as a coach during his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and EXPOSES how coaches often let players they didn't draft go to PROVE A POINT. Landry and Fournette also dive into Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown's wedding with Jalen Hurts and get real about Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's relationship drama where things get complicated with his ex-fiancée's best friend.

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Sharp or Square - NFL Schedule Release PART 1 with Warren Sharp May 22, 2026

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The NFL released the full 2026 regular season schedule last week, with new holiday slates, incredibly consequential prime time matchups and loads of international games. Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter dive into all the implications in a special two-part episode with data guru Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analysis.

In this episode, the trio discusses the legacy of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, the impact of international games on the league's popularity, and the widening delta in team rest disparities. They dive into the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles, and marvel at a full season of intentionally impactful prime time matchups. #Volume

0:03:00 - START

0:06:08 - WARREN SHARP JOINS

0:08:32 - PRIME TIME MATCHUPS

0:16:20 - REST DISPARITY

0:20:13 - CHICAGO BEARS SCHEDULE

0:30:45 - PHILADELPHIA EAGLES SCHEDULE

0:35:41 - ROGER GOODELL LEGACY

0:38:13 - INFLUENCE OF INTERNATIONAL GAMES

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THE HERD - Hour 2 - Raiders have the right pieces, taking a look at the WCF & ECF, Jim Jackson May 21, 2026

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It's looking like the Raiders finally have the right pieces in order

Colin talks to former NBA player Jim Jackson about the game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, injuries during the NBA season, Mike Brown coaching style with the Knicks, and more

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THE HERD - Hour 1 - Thunder take game 2 against the Spurs, Aaron Rodgers final season May 21, 2026

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After the Thunder win game 2 of the Western Conference Finals over the Spurs, Colin Cowherd questions if their approach to shutting down Victor Wembanyama will sustain the rest of the series.

Thoughts on this upcoming NFL season being the last for Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers

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THE HERD - Hour 3 - Matt Hasselbeck stops by The Herd May 21, 2026

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3-time Pro Bowl QB Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers announcing this will be his final season:

When do QBs know when it’s time to retire?
How does Rodgers compare to Tom Brady?
What will Rodgers be remembered most for in his career?

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Best of The Herd May 21, 2026

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After the Thunder win game 2 of the Western Conference Finals over the Spurs, Colin Cowherd questions if their approach to shutting down Victor Wembanyama will sustain the rest of the series.3-time Pro Bowl QB Matt Hasselbeck joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers announcing this will be his final season:

When do QBs know when it’s time to retire?
How does Rodgers compare to Tom Brady?
What will Rodgers be remembered most for in his career?

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3 & Out - Aaron Rodgers’ Final Season, Brock Bowers is a STAR & NFL International Games May 21, 2026

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff discusses how this will be Aaron Rodgers’ final season and what his legacy will look like when it’s all said and done.

John also dives into the excitement surrounding Brock Bowers, breaking down why the standout tight end has so much hype and how he could impact the next level right away.

Plus, more thoughts on the NFL’s growing international footprint and why the league continues to aggressively expand games across the globe. What does it mean for teams, players, and fans moving forward?

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of topics from around the football world.

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