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THE HERD - Hour 1 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins MVP, Spurs vs Thunder tonight, Aaron Rodgers signs with the Steelers May 18, 2026

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Colin Cowherd discusses Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming the 8th straight internationally born NBA MVP. He points out the key flaw with American basketball culture that has brought us to this point.

Thoughts on Aaron Rodgers signing a 1 year dear with the Steelers

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THE HERD - Hour 2 - Where Colin was right and wrong, NBA playoffs, Kevin O'Connor May 18, 2026

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Colin shares this week’s Where Colin Was Right, Where Colin Was Wrong – Colin explains why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Anthony Edwards & the Timberwolves

Thoughts on the NBA playoffs including SGA winning the MVP

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THE HERD - Hour 3 - NFL analyst Geoff Schwartz stops by The Herd May 18, 2026

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NFL analyst Geoff Schwartz joins the show to tell Colin what the expectations are for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense plus why the Chiefs got a brutal scheduling break as Patrick Mahomes hopes to bounce back from missing the playoffs

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Best of The Herd May 18, 2026

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Colin Cowherd discusses Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming the 8th straight internationally born NBA MVP. He points out the key flaw with American basketball culture that has brought us to this point.

Colin shares this week’s Where Colin Was Right, Where Colin Was Wrong – Colin explains why he was right about Aaron Rodgers and wrong about Anthony Edwards & the Timberwolves.

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Hoops Tonight - PISTONS-CAVS GAME 7 REACTION: Donovan Mitchell & James Harden DOMINATE Cade, advance to ECF v Knicks May 18, 2026

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Jason reacts live to Game 7 of the second round NBA playoff series between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers. He breaks down all the angles of Cade Cunningham, Tobias Harris, and Jalen Duren against James Harden and Donovan Mitchell -- for a right to face the New York Knicks in the Conference Finals.

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3 & Out - More NFL Schedule Release thoughts + NFL Offseason Mailbag May 18, 2026

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff sahred his thoughts from the weekend and also opens up the mailbag to answer your questions on the biggest storylines around the NFL and college football.

John reacts to the NFL schedule release and discusses which teams benefited most, which franchises got tough draws, and the matchups he’s already looking forward to this season.

He also dives into Fernando Mendoza and why there’s growing buzz around his future, before taking a hard look at the San Francisco 49ers and whether one of the league’s premier rosters is starting to show signs of aging.

Plus, thoughts on the ever-changing streaming landscape and how media rights continue to reshape the NFL viewing experience. John also discusses the Seahawks exploring a potential team sale and what new ownership could mean for the organization moving forward.

To wrap things up, John answers questions about the NFL Draft and the growing impact NIL is having on player development, scouting, and the future of college football.

All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out.

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Colin Cowherd Podcast - NFL’s Toughest Schedules, Expectations For Aaron Rodgers? Expanded College Football Playoff May 18, 2026

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk football.

They start with their reactions to the NFL schedule and discuss the 49ers incredibly brutal travel schedule and Colin argues it may be punishment from the league (3:15) and also how the addition of international games and new holiday games has created more tough scheduling (11:00). Colin also pushes back on the idea that the Bears have the toughest schedule (15:45).

They move to Aaron Rodgers finally signing a one year deal with the Steelers and debate what type of season to expect from the veteran (27:30).

They pivot to college football looking to expand to a 24 team playoff and Colin explains why it will encourage teams to schedule better opponents during the season and will create a better regular season even if it creates more blowouts in the playoff (38:30). They also push back on the fan backlash to more NFLgames being broadcast on streaming services (49:00).

Finally, they examine the terrible quality of the games on the Sunday Night Football schedule and debate whether the NFL’s partnership with NBC could be nearing its end soon (1:00:00).

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Hoops Tonight - Thunder-Spurs Prediction: TIGHT SERIES, Victor Wembanyama SLIGHT edge vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander May 17, 2026

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Jason reacts to the upcoming NBA Western Conference Finals between the OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. He breaks down all the angles including the regular season matchups between San Antonio and Oklahoma City, the problems Victor Wembanyama creates, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can solve them, Chet Holmgren's importance, if Stephon Castle can be successful enough offensively, and more, before making his prediction.

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Hoops Tonight - GAME 6 REACTIONS: Wemby & Spurs ELIMINATE Edwards & Wolves + Cade & Pistons force Game 7 vs. Cavs May 17, 2026

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Jason reacts live after a pair of Game 6s from the second round of the NBA playoffs. He breaks down how Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs try and close out Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves plus Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons trying to stay alive against James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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4th and South - NFL Schedule REACT, Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini DRAMA & Antonio Brown’s CRAZY Take May 17, 2026

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Former NFL stars and LSU legends Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the most ANTICIPATED NFL games from the upcoming NFL schedule release. Landry gets EXCITED about the return of Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, as the guys also dive into the potential Cam Ward vs. Sheduer Sanders showdown when the Tennessee Titans take on the Cleveland Browns. Fournette opens up about how much he HATED playing overseas in London, revealing the grueling schedule of international NFL games. Leonard mentions how the younger him would have RESPECTED Patriots coach Mike Vrabel for the Dianna Russini DRAMA. Juice and Lenny also debate over who was the better wide receiver Calvin Johnson or Antonio Brown after a questionable take on TikTok. The guys also take on some of the GREATEST college football tapes of all time, including Tavon Austin, Lamar Jackson, and Reggie Bush, determining if they are overrated or underrated.

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