Podcast Summary: The Herd with Colin Cowherd Episode: Hour 2 - Metallica...the Easy Answer? Release Date: February 14, 2025

The Herd with Colin Cowherd delves into various sports and pop culture topics in its February 14, 2025 episode titled "Hour 2 - Metallica...the Easy Answer?". Hosted by Steve Covino and Rich Davis alongside guests Danny G, Sam, and Tripp McNeely, the episode navigates through engaging discussions ranging from Super Bowl Halftime show preferences to NFL player evaluations.

1. Super Bowl Halftime Show Debate

The primary focus of the episode centers around the upcoming Super Bowl Halftime show. The hosts and guests engage in a lively debate about past favorite performances and potential artists for the next halftime spectacle.

• Favorite Old School Halftime Performances:

  • Rich Davis declares, "Prince is my answer. My favorite old school halftime show" [03:19].
  • Tripp McNeely echoes the sentiment, highlighting Prince's iconic performance, "Prince in the rain. You can't beat that man" [20:08].

• Suggestions for Next Year's Halftime Act:

  • Rich Davis proposes a contemporary twist with "Post Malone featuring Miley Cyrus" [04:00], emphasizing Post Malone's versatility in blending genres.
  • Danny G supports the idea, noting, "Post Malone could bring out a country artist and then a hip hop artist and then a pop star" [04:25].
  • Steve Covino suggests, "Bruno Mars for the heck of it because he's impressive" [09:35], praising Bruno Mars's multifaceted performance abilities.
  • Sam introduces another angle, "Lenny Kravitz comes out and brings out everybody. He brings out rock stars and hip hop stars" [14:40], advocating for a collaborative and dynamic show.

• Critique of Previous Acts:

  • The hosts critique Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance, mentioning it "lacked fun" [07:24] and didn't cater to a wider audience by excluding his hits for artistic reasons [06:17].

• Alternative Rock Suggestions:

  • Danny G recommends the Foo Fighters, arguing their broad appeal with both older and younger audiences [04:48].
  • The conversation also touches on potential classic rock acts like Blink-182 and Green Day, aiming to capture nostalgia while appealing to current tastes [18:57].

• International and Genre-Blending Acts:

  • Rich Davis suggests Ed Sheeran, appreciating his global appeal and collaborative nature, "He's worked with Post Malone, he's worked with Miley and stuff" [15:34].
  • Steve Covino introduces the idea of blending genres with artists like Lenny Kravitz who can bridge rock and hip-hop [14:55].

2. NFL Player Evaluations: Cooper Kupp vs. Devonte Adams

Shifting gears, the hosts analyze the impact of NFL wide receivers Cooper Kupp and Devonte Adams on their respective teams.

• Cooper Kupp's Leadership and Versatility:

  • Steve Covino praises Kupp's leadership, stating, "He brings to the game into the team as far as football IQ, his leadership" [30:36].
  • Rich Davis emphasizes Kupp's on-field effectiveness, "when Cooper Kupp was healthy on any given game, he was good for a hundred" [32:22].

• Devonte Adams' Performance and Attitude:

  • Rich Davis contrasts Kupp with Adams, expressing concerns over Adams' apparent dissatisfaction, "he seemed a little disgruntled in Las Vegas and then he went to the Jets" [31:24].
  • Steve Covino highlights Adams' potential if motivated by a winning team, "If you're asking me if I had to make a choice, it'd be that guy right now" [32:35].

3. Baseball Insights: Shohei Ohtani's Dual Role

The discussion briefly touches on baseball star Shohei Ohtani's performance, debating the sustainability of his dual role as a pitcher and hitter.

• Managing Ohtani's Workload:
  • Steve Covino suggests innovative scheduling, "Why not have him go every seventh day. If you say hot right now is different" [35:54], proposing that Ohtani could start fewer games to prolong his career.
  • Rich Davis considers the practicality, "It could be crazy to say Ohtani starts 15 to 20 games a year instead of 33, 34" [35:21], acknowledging the challenges in altering traditional roles.

4. Listener Interactions and Light-Hearted Banter

Throughout the episode, the hosts maintain a playful dynamic, engaging with callers and sharing humorous anecdotes.

• Joey Chestnut Exclusive:

  • The episode hints at an upcoming exclusive interview with Joey Chestnut, a competitive eating champion, available on Fox Sports Radio's YouTube page [25:13].

• Casual Conversations:

  • The hosts exchange jokes about weather-related distractions, parenting challenges, and humorous takes on sports figures' personal lives, adding a relatable and entertaining layer to the discussion [23:43 - 42:01].

5. Closing Remarks and Promotions

While the majority of the episode focuses on content, brief segments include promotions for Express Employment Professionals and Tire Rack.com, interspersed with humorous exchanges about studio conditions and team dynamics [22:48 - 36:58].

Notable Quotes:

• "Prince is my answer. My favorite old school halftime show." – Rich Davis [03:19]
• "Post Malone could bring out a country artist and then a hip hop artist and then a pop star." – Danny G [04:25]
• "I'm going to social media and checking my DMs right now. See who's diving in." – Steve Covino [27:25]
• "Why not have him go every seventh day. If you say hot right now is different." – Steve Covino [35:54]

Conclusion: The episode "Hour 2 - Metallica...the Easy Answer?" offers an engaging exploration of Super Bowl Halftime show possibilities, balancing nostalgia with contemporary tastes. Through spirited debates and insightful player evaluations, Steve Covino, Rich Davis, and their guests provide listeners with a comprehensive look at current sports and entertainment trends, all delivered with humor and camaraderie.