On this episode of The Colin Cowherd Podcast, Colin explains why he likes the Niners picking Trey Lance with the 3rd overall pick in the Draft (1:00). Former NFL Scout John Middlekauff joins the pod to break down the top first round headlines, including San Francisco choosing Lance over Mac Jones (3:00), if the Raiders reached taking Bama Tackle Alex Leatherwood (6:00), the Cowboys landing Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons (13:00), the Bears moving up to grab Justin Fields (15:00), if Jets GM Joe Douglas can get Zach Wilson enough protection to succeed (20:00), if Denver made a mistake by passing on a QB (23:00), and what trade compensation it would take to pry Aaron Rodgers away from Green Bay (27:00).

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On this episode of The Colin Cowherd Podcast, Colin explains why he likes the Niners picking Trey Lance with the 3rd overall pick in the Draft (1:00). Former NFL Scout <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnMiddlekauff">John Middlekauff</a> joins the pod to break down the top first round headlines, including San Francisco choosing Lance over Mac Jones (3:00), if the Raiders reached taking Bama Tackle Alex Leatherwood (6:00), the Cowboys landing Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons (13:00), the Bears moving up to grab Justin Fields (15:00), if Jets GM Joe Douglas can get Zach Wilson enough protection to succeed (20:00), if Denver made a mistake by passing on a QB (23:00), and what trade compensation it would take to pry Aaron Rodgers away from Green Bay (27:00).Make sure you follow <a href="https://twitter.com/ColinCowherd/header_photo">Colin </a>and <a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports">The Volume</a> on Twitter for the latest content and updates and check out <a href="https://twitter.com/FDSportsbook">FanDuel</a> for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

100% unfiltered Colin. He delivers his no-holds-barred takes and instant reactions to the biggest stories in sports.

100% unfiltered Colin. He delivers his no-holds-barred takes and instant reactions to the biggest stories in sports.

The Colin Cowherd Podcast

100% unfiltered Colin. He delivers his no-holds-barred takes on the biggest stories in sports, and sits down with guests who give him new perspectives on subjects that fascinate him.

100% unfiltered Colin. He delivers his no-holds-barred takes on the biggest stories in sports, and sits down with guests who give him new perspectives on subjects that fascinate him.

45. NFL Draft 1st Round Instant Reaction!

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” on The Volume.

They start with the Browns & the stark contrast between Shedeur Sanders having an affable sideline interview and Deshaun Watson’s disaster of a press conference, and they agree that the Browns should start Shedeur (2:00). They also agree the Brown’s deal for Watson is the worst in league history (13:00).

They move to JJ McCarthy’s disastrous performance in the Vikings second preseason game and Colin believes that if McCarthy can’t succeed with Kevin O’Connell… he isn’t going to succeed (14:30). They also revisit past quarterback draft classes and Colin finds that only 10% of them are franchise guys… showing the NFL may have a development problem with quarterbacks (21:30).

They pivot to college football and the story of Dae’Quan Wright going from the Cleveland Browns back to LSU as proof that the NCAA is diminishing in power and keeps losing in court (30:00).

They poke holes in the NFL Top 100 and the Athletic’s Top 25 Players Under 25, and Colin marvels at the Seahawks being overlooked as a potential back-to-back champion (40:00). 

They react to Joe Burrow’s comment about being tired of talking about “next year” and Colin argues that the Burrow could be burning out while languishing in Cincinnati, and that he shouldn’t sign with them again… but John offers some defense of the Bengals (55:00).

Finally, Colin highlights all the amazing undrafted players who have popped in the preseason and marvels at the amount of football talent in America (1:04:00).

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of &ldquo;3 and Out&rdquo; on The Volume.
They start with the Browns &amp; the stark contrast between Shedeur Sanders having an affable sideline interview and Deshaun Watson&rsquo;s disaster of a press conference, and they agree that the Browns should start Shedeur (2:00). They also agree the Brown&rsquo;s deal for Watson is the worst in league history (13:00).
They move to JJ McCarthy&rsquo;s disastrous performance in the Vikings second preseason game and Colin believes that if McCarthy can&rsquo;t succeed with Kevin O&rsquo;Connell&hellip; he isn&rsquo;t going to succeed (14:30). They also revisit past quarterback draft classes and Colin finds that only 10% of them are franchise guys&hellip; showing the NFL may have a development problem with quarterbacks (21:30).
They pivot to college football and the story of Dae&rsquo;Quan Wright going from the Cleveland Browns back to LSU as proof that the NCAA is diminishing in power and keeps losing in court (30:00).
They poke holes in the NFL Top 100 and the Athletic&rsquo;s Top 25 Players Under 25, and Colin marvels at the Seahawks being overlooked as a potential back-to-back champion (40:00).&nbsp;
They react to Joe Burrow&rsquo;s comment about being tired of talking about &ldquo;next year&rdquo; and Colin argues that the Burrow could be burning out while languishing in Cincinnati, and that he shouldn&rsquo;t sign with them again&hellip; but John offers some defense of the Bengals (55:00).
Finally, Colin highlights all the amazing undrafted players who have popped in the preseason and marvels at the amount of football talent in America (1:04:00).
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Browns Should Start Shedeur, From The NFL Back To…College? JJ McCarthy Is A Bust, Seahawks Underrated?

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” on The Volume.

They start with Colin attending the Bears preseason win over the Browns and offer their biggest questions surrounding the Bears in Caleb Williams second season under Ben Johnson (2:00).

They move to Ty Simpson having a great debut for the Rams in his first preseason game and Colin argues that young quarterbacks ending up with head coach like Sean McVay is like hitting the lottery, and that the Rams weren’t crazy to spend a first round pick on a quarterback while Matt Stafford is still the starter (8:00).

They pivot to the 49ers and the highlight trend of Christian McCaffrey getting injured the year after leading the league in touches… which he did last season (16:30). 

They also wonder whether Giants QB Jaxson Dart will stay upright after getting smoked during their first preseason game after getting beat up last year (24L15). Colin argues that Fernando Mendoza’s intangibles and work ethic are going to further elevate the Raiders #1 overall pick (32:00). 

They wonder who gave Jayden Daniels the terrible advice to send a cease and desist to LSU over his former #5 going to another player (40:00) . They also laud Sam Darnold for becoming the leader of the Seahawks (48:00) and explain why buying the Seahawks may have been the best franchise purchase years (1:00:30).

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of &ldquo;3 and Out&rdquo; on The Volume.
They start with Colin attending the Bears preseason win over the Browns and offer their biggest questions surrounding the Bears in Caleb Williams second season under Ben Johnson (2:00).
They move to Ty Simpson having a great debut for the Rams in his first preseason game and Colin argues that young quarterbacks ending up with head coach like Sean McVay is like hitting the lottery, and that the Rams weren&rsquo;t crazy to spend a first round pick on a quarterback while Matt Stafford is still the starter (8:00).
They pivot to the 49ers and the highlight trend of Christian McCaffrey getting injured the year after leading the league in touches&hellip; which he did last season (16:30).&nbsp;
They also wonder whether Giants QB Jaxson Dart will stay upright after getting smoked during their first preseason game after getting beat up last year (24L15). Colin argues that Fernando Mendoza&rsquo;s intangibles and work ethic are going to further elevate the Raiders #1 overall pick (32:00).&nbsp;
They wonder who gave Jayden Daniels the terrible advice to send a cease and desist to LSU over his former #5 going to another player (40:00) . They also laud Sam Darnold for becoming the leader of the Seahawks (48:00) and explain why buying the Seahawks may have been the best franchise purchase years (1:00:30).
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Jayden Daniels vs. LSU, Mendoza’s Elite Intangibles, Simpson’s Stellar Debut, Can McCaffrey & Dart Stay Healthy?

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/8c030535-9705-4620-9cce-b4a90009531b/transcript

Colin’s top takes of the week.

First, Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” on FS1.

They start with Colin attending Bears practice and Caleb Williams looking incredibly fast after dropping 15 pounds and looking far more accurate with his throws and they look for him to make a big jump in his second year with Ben Johnson (3:30).

They also discuss how they each prepare for the NFL season as broadcasters (10:00). 

Then, Colin is joined by Matt Mosley, Cowboys insider and host of the Doomsday Podcast.

They discuss Brian Schottenheimer outperforming expectations in the 2025 season, and what his secret sauce is as head coach (22:30). They laud Dak Prescott for his leadership skills and his ability to rise above the pressure of playing quarterback for the Cowboys (27:30). 

Finally, they break down how the Cowboys will use their prized rookie safety Caleb Downs and Matt explains why Downs could become one of their best defensive players  but shouldn’t be expected to be the savior for the defense (35:00). 

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Colin&rsquo;s top takes of the week.
First, Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, host of &ldquo;First Things First&rdquo; on FS1.
They start with Colin attending Bears practice and Caleb Williams looking incredibly fast after dropping 15 pounds and looking far more accurate with his throws and they look for him to make a big jump in his second year with Ben Johnson (3:30).
They also discuss how they each prepare for the NFL season as broadcasters (10:00).&nbsp;
Then, Colin is joined by Matt Mosley, Cowboys insider and host of the Doomsday Podcast.
They discuss Brian Schottenheimer outperforming expectations in the 2025 season, and what his secret sauce is as head coach (22:30). They laud Dak Prescott for his leadership skills and his ability to rise above the pressure of playing quarterback for the Cowboys (27:30).&nbsp;
Finally, they break down how the Cowboys will use their prized rookie safety Caleb Downs and Matt explains why Downs could become one of their best defensive players&nbsp; but shouldn&rsquo;t be expected to be the savior for the defense (35:00).&nbsp;
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Follow<a href="https://twitter.com/ColinCowherd/header_photo"> Colin</a> and<a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports"> The Volume</a> on Twitter for the latest content and updates!
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Prime Cuts - Dallas Cowboys Preview, Caleb Williams, Preparing For NFL Season

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45. NFL Draft 1st Round Instant Reaction!

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