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Illinois outlasts Iowa behind Kofi Cockburn’s double-double, 87-83

Kofi Cockburn had 17 points and 18 rebounds to help the Illinois Fighting Illini defeat the Iowa Hawkeyes, 87-83. Alfonso Plummer and Jacob Grandison each had 21 points, while Trent Frazier added 18 of his own. Keegan Murray led the Hawkeyes with 19 points.

Emmanuel Acho on Eagles QBs: ‘There isn’t a controversy yet but there is a worth while conversation’ | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Philadelphia Eagles are 6-7 on the season following a Week 13 win vs. the New York Giants. Week 1 starter Jalen Hurts was held out of the lineup due to injury. Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew replaced Hurts and threw for over 200 yards and two touchdowns. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss if there is a quarterback controversy in Philadelphia.

WWE Raw: Dec. 6, 2021

Kevin Owen battles Big E inside a steel cage, Becky Lynch defends the Raw Women’s Title against Liv Morgan and Miz TV returns to Raw with special guest WWE Hall of Famer Edge. Don’t miss Monday Night Raw, tonight at 8/7 C on USA!

Bills have been carried by defense without stars, but now face their biggest challenge short-handed

If the Bills are going to stave off the Patriots, they’ll have to lean on an underappreciated defense that’s missing its most decorated player.

Thunder and thunder: Patriots RBs Damien Harris, Rhamondre Stevenson a powerful duo

The hard-charging backfield pals have given Bill Belichick’s offense a physical identity.

Marcellus Wiley: The Cowboys should not worry about Washington when they are a better team I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Washington Football Team was down late on Sunday, but Taylor Heinicke led his squad on a rally to beat the Las Vegas Raiders on a go-ahead field goal. Washington has now won four straight games after previously losing four in a row. They are two games behind the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC East and play them in Week 14 on FOX, along with a rematch in Week 16. Marcellus Wiley explains why the Cowboys should not be worried about Washington.

Marcellus Wiley: The Chiefs aren’t the best in the AFC, they’re not even the best version of themselves I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 22-9 to get their fifth straight win. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss if the Chiefs are the best team in the AFC.

Marcus Freeman talks Brian Kelly’s departure from Notre Dame & his own transition to head coach I THE HERD

Brian Kelly’s departure from Notre Dame was just as much of a shock to new head coach Marcus Freeman as it was to the rest of us. Colin Cowherd asks Freeman how he took the news, and what he anticipates his transition to head coach will be like.

Marcus Freeman anticipates being successful as Notre Dame head coach: ‘I’ve been in leadership roles my entire career’ I THE HERD

Marcus Freeman became the University of Notre Dame 30th head coach in program history, replacing former head coach Brian Kelly after Kelly left for Louisiana State University. At just 35 years of age, Freeman becomes one of the youngest head coaches in college football. Colin Cowherd interviews Freeman to ask about his expectations, Brian Kelly, his ‘dream come true’ moment and more.

Geoff Schwartz discusses Mario Cristobal to Miami, Lincoln Riley’s impact on Pac-12, NFL O-Line Tiers I THE HERD

Geoff Schwartz joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the latest news across college football, including Mario Cristobal departing Oregon for the Miami head coaching vacancy. Hear what Cristobal’s departure means for Oregon and why Lincoln Riley’s move to USC is ‘good for the Pac-12.’ Geoff also shares an excerpt from his NFL offensive line Tiers article, which highlights the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys at the top.

Ravens lose star CB Humphrey for rest of season

Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey will miss the rest of the season with a torn pectoral muscle, an injury he suffered in Sunday’s loss to the Steelers.

Panthers' Rhule: Hiring Brady wasn't a mistake

Panthers coach Matt Rhule said the decision to fire offensive coordinator Joe Brady was “purely football” and he doesn’t decision to hire him last year.

Is the NBA Steph Curry’s league? I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho are on opposite sides on whether the NBA is now Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry’s. Wiley explains why the league is Kevin Durant’s because he’s the best player, but Acho breaks down why the NBA is Steph Curry’s league.

Emmanuel Acho: Lincoln Riley will win a national championship before Brian Kelly I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss the recent CFB coaching changes. Acho explains why he thinks USC Trojans’ new head coach Lincoln Riley will win a championship before LSU Tigers’ new head coach Brian Kelly.

Kyle O’Reilly looks to make Von Wagner pay inside a steel cage after shocking double-cross

AB deserves to get cut, but don't count on it

Antonio Brown made the Bucs look foolish with his fake vaccination card. Yet if they think he’ll help them win another Super Bowl, they won’t do a damn thing about it.

Miami disaster proves Giants head coach Joe Judge's job shouldn't be safe

The Giants’ ugly loss in Miami proves why Joe Judge’s job as head coach shouldn’t be safe.

Chiefs nearly double-digit favorites over Raiders in Week 14

In their second game against the #Raiders this season, the #Chiefs have opened as heavy favorites per Tipico Sportsbook.

Bears report card: How we graded Chicago in their Week 13 loss

Here’s a quick breakdown of what we saw during Sunday’s game and how we graded the Bears in their loss to the Cardinals.

Javonte Williams didn’t disappoint in first NFL start

“I was very impressed with Javonte [Williams],” Broncos QB Teddy Bridgewater said.

Shannon Sharpe: Lakers lost to the Clippers because of poor defense and a bad game from LeBron James I UNDISPUTED

On Friday, LeBron James returned from what he called a quote: ‘frustrating’ stint in the NBA’s health and safety protocols to play the Los Angeles Clippers. Ultimately, the Lakers lost 119-115 despite 23 points and 11 rebounds from the King. Shannon Sharpe explains why LeBron’s false positive COVID-19 test has nothing to do with the Lakers losing to the Cloppers, along with what led up to the loss.

Skip Bayless on the Dallas Cowboys: ‘I trust my defense more than I trust my offense’ I UNDISPUTED

The Washington Football Team has won four straight games after their Week 13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The win brings WFT to 6-6 on the season and within arms reach of the NFC East leading Dallas Cowboys. Skip Bayless analyzes the Cowboys play on the road this season, their defense and if the WFT can be a legit threat in the NFC East.

Skip Bayless explains why he believes Tom Brady is the NFL MVP after his performance in win vs. Falcons I UNDISPUTED

Tom Brady looked like an MVP again yesterday after throwing four touchdowns in the Tampa Bay Bucs’ 30-17 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Tampa Bay is now 9-3 and are just one game back of the top seed in the NFC. Skip Bayless explains why ‘TB12 is the NFL MVP this season.’

Michael Vick was impressed by Kyler Murray & Cardinals’ Week 13 win I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Kyler Murray returned to the field Sunday and led the Arizona Cardinals to a win over the Chicago Bears 33-22. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 30-17. Michael Vick joins the show to decide which of these wins was more impressive.

Chris Broussard: The Ravens should have gone for the sure thing & kicked the FG | FIRST THINGS FIRST

A tie is better than a loss, and Chris Broussard says John Harbaugh made the wrong decision by having the Baltimore Ravens go for the 2-point conversion in their 1-point loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Watch as he laid out why at the very least tying the game with the field goal would have been a better move for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.

Nick Wright on Kansas City’s win: ‘How do the Chiefs need to win for people to be happy?’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Kansas City Chiefs gained another win after defeating the Denver Broncos in Week 13. Kevin Wildes was less than impressed with Patrick Mahomes performance, but Nick Wright wonders why, when the Chiefs are on the brink of being the No. 1 seed in the AFC, we are discussing whether their performance was impressive. Watch as Nick points out what we should be paying attention to when discussing the Chiefs.