Amanda

  (1:02 PM)

Hey everyone...Colin is just finishing up some promos. We're here for the next half hour.

SHAWANA (COLUMBUS)

WHO SHOULD BE OHIO STATE QUARTERBACK

Colin

  (1:03 PM)

I said it all through the show today...Todd Boeckman should be the QB. The Buckeyes will play Big Ten teams...Boeckman will be fine. Get Pryor lots of reps and have him ready for next season.

Dan (Aberdeen)

Colin - What was the atmosphere like at the USC/OSU game? What other celebrities were there watching it in person? Did you meet Will Ferrell?

Colin

  (1:04 PM)

It was really cool...USC just has a different vibe. I saw Denzel Washington, Marcus Allen, Ronnie Lott, Amare Stoudemire, Jerry Bruckheimer...just to name a few.

Frank (NJ)

How do you pick your spanning the globe guests?

Colin

  (1:05 PM)

Just look for the biggest stories of the day and what most people care about.

Colin (Austin)

Herd- Who do you think will win the Big-12 South?

Colin

  (1:05 PM)

Way too early to tell. Want to let injuries play their way out.

Josh (Nashville)

Colin, Whats more exciting on TV, Poker or Soccer?

Colin

  (1:06 PM)

Actually, World Cup can be really good. Take away Norman Chad, and there's not anything I'll watch that deals with poker.

keith (Lexington)

Should the vikings give up on Tavarias Jackson already??

Colin

  (1:06 PM)

He's just a limited guy. Look at the last 20 Super Bowl winners. There are a lot more Aikmans and Elways than guys you've never heard of.

Doug E (Altoona,Pa)

Colin, where will, if at all, do see USC having a problem this year?

Colin

  (1:07 PM)

At Arizona could be tricky. A game where you don't expect them to be challenged... clearly when USC is motivated, they won't have problems. They are much better than everyone on the remainder of their schedule.

Rusty (NJ)

Colin, how do you think USC will handle the Salary Cap next year?

Colin

  (1:08 PM)

GOod question. With their incoming class, I think they will clearly be over the salary cap.

Max (Texas)

Colin- In your opinion, where do you go to get the best steak in America?

Colin

  (1:09 PM)

Lots of choices. Depends where I am. About 100 different places in Dallas. THe Metropolitan Grill in Seattle, Gibson's in Chicago, Peter Luger's in New York.

Alberto (Panama)

Colin, do you think Aaron Rodgers will be consistent all season?

Colin

  (1:09 PM)

Nobody is that consistent. He'll have some really bad games and a lot of good ones. The Packers have a lot of offensive weapons, which makes his job a lot easier.

Shane (Orlando)

Colin... what is the best casino to stay at in Vegas?

Colin

  (1:10 PM)

Depends on your discretionary income. Mandalay Bay is affordable for most. The Wynn if you're a high roller. Slots-a-fun is great if you mow lawns for a living.

Frank (Chicago)

Will Steak & Shake ever make the Herd approved list?

Colin

  (1:11 PM)

Seriously, say it out loud. "Steak and Shake." Umm, that was a terrific steak. I think I'd like a strawberry milkshake. Doesn't make sense.

Doug (Columbia)

How silly does UCLA look for that newspaper ad after their game at BYU?

Colin

  (1:11 PM)

Very. MIght be a little premature.

Sam (Ohio)

I am a huge Tressel fan. But what about trying to bring in Lane Kiffin for Ofensive Coordinator?

Colin

  (1:11 PM)

I think Lane Kiffin can do better than that. He'll get a job somewhere.

Ultimate (Sportsboards.com)

Do you read internet message boards?

Colin

  (1:12 PM)

I get off at 1 PM and have the whole day. What else do you think I do? Sometimes I'll go to bucknuts,com for 9 or 10 straight hours.

Adam (Portland)

Seriously, does someone show you the ratings before hand in guess the ratings?

Colin

  (1:12 PM)

Of course not. I'm just that good.

Ray (Tulsa)

Sanchez, Bradford, Daniel, or Stafford? Which is a better college QB, who will be a better pro?

Colin

  (1:13 PM)

No idea. Matt Cassel is starting in the NFL and Vince Young is a disaster. You can never tell.

Dustin W. (Centerville, OH)

What about some love for Notre Dame? UM is not good but a W is a W!

Colin

  (1:13 PM)

Congrats on beating an awful Michigan team. My, how the mighty have fallen.

Bob (DC)

You keep saying OSU will be fine. Not so fast. I say they struggle against WIS and PSU.

Colin

  (1:13 PM)

They'll win, but of course they will struggle. Those are good teams.

Big10 (Midwest)

I'm better than Conf USA, right?

Colin

  (1:14 PM)

Absolutely, Big 10. Wisconsin and Penn State are very nice teams.

Greg (Alberta)

Will this chat slow the staff from getting today's show in the achive? I'm waiting to go for a run!

Colin

  (1:14 PM)

Yes it'll be there.

Bill (Philadelphia)

Collin, Jimmy Clausen for Heisman in 2 years?

Colin

  (1:15 PM)

Notre Dame is still able to market their program as elite, and they have one national championship in 30 years. SO why wouldn't they be able to overhype Jimmy Clausen?

Lane Kiffin (Oakland, CA)

Hey Colin, do you have any openings on your staff?

Colin

  (1:15 PM)

Hey Lane. We have a 17,000-per-year lunch fetcher if you're interested.

Ken (Jupiter)

Jimmy clausen looks more like a hot chick then a football player

Colin

  (1:16 PM)

He does not have Heisman worthy hair.

Lunch Fetcher (Ohio)

What will it be today boss?

Colin

  (1:16 PM)

I'm going with lemonade and chicken sandwich.

Al Davis (Oakland, CA)

Hey Colin he will be available after 3:OO PM today

Colin

  (1:17 PM)

NO wonder the Raiders are a disaster. All the management is on my chat. Go back to sleep.

Chris (Orlando)

What DO you do from 1pm till you go home?

Colin

  (1:17 PM)

I grab lunch, get in a work out, see my kids, grab a bite to eat and then sleep. Rinse and repeat.

Wendy (San Diego)

You said we can ask anything so are you going to marry your hot friend Ann and is Amanda really pregnant?

Amanda

  (1:18 PM)

I AM NOT PREGNANT.

Ann

  (1:18 PM)

I wish. He is so hot.

Joe (Cleveland)

Colin, do you play any video games?

Colin

  (1:19 PM)

Absolutely not. I quit at 11...and so should you. Just like I quit smoking at 11.

Lane Kiffin (Cal)

Colin do you have Jim Tressels phone number

Colin

  (1:20 PM)

Sure, try 1-800-CRUSHED.

Jack (Dayton)

Will Pryor be better than Troy Smith was?

Colin

  (1:20 PM)

Not even close...he'll be better by far.

Ryan (Saugus/California)

Colin, Im a journalism major who has a great passion for sports and want to get into the business, any advice?

Colin

  (1:21 PM)

It's a dead end career...run and hide. Oh wait, nevermind.

Dave (Cincinnati)

Colin, are you an active movie goer? If so, what is the best film you have seen this year?

Colin

  (1:22 PM)

I saw "Burn after Reading" last night. I would recommend it. Clever film. "The Bank Job," which came out last year, was also excellent.

Bo (Los Angeles)

Ryan, call Plashke at the LA times. He'll give you some advice on sports journalism.

Colin

  (1:22 PM)

Good point. I don't really do what's called "journalism."

Jimmy (East Lansing)

How bad will MSU crush Notre Dame?

Colin

  (1:23 PM)

Love Michigan State in that game. That's going to make the Wheel of Genius (11:25 AM ET Friday!)

Alan (Wisconsin)

How much do you make for hosting those "Sham Wow" commercials?

Colin

  (1:23 PM)

That is not me despite wide Internet gossip.

Joe (Mission Viejo)

Colin it's waaay early but who would you LIKE to see play for the BCS championship NOT who do you think will make it

Colin

  (1:23 PM)

Florida and USC is my dream matchup.

Jessica Simpson

Hi!! LOL!! My Romo's team will win the game tonight with 2 runs in the bottom of the 9th!! You heard it here first!

Colin

  (1:24 PM)

I saw your ex at the USC game. Nick Lachey is a good looking dude, but he's no taller than a bar stool.

Ultimatesportsboards (.com)

How many times a day do you brush your teeth?

Colin

  (1:24 PM)

A day? I just try to squeeze in one a week.

Brandon (Columbia, MO)

Is Missouri's offense the best/most exciting in the Nation

Colin

  (1:25 PM)

Yes, but they still have mediocre defensive personnel when you compare it to the LSUs, Oklahomas, and USCs of the world.

Alex (SLC)

Do you think BYU could compete with an Oklahoma or Ohio State?

Colin

  (1:25 PM)

Not really.

Barstool (LA)

.....so you're telling me I have a chance!!!!!!?

Colin

  (1:25 PM)

Yes, barstool, that's exactly what I'm telling you.

Chris (Dallas)

Herd would you consider a nose job?

Colin

  (1:26 PM)

Sure. I'm all for plastic surgery.

Sean (Philly)

Colin, I need to buy a book or two today, any recomendations for a good read?

Colin

  (1:26 PM)

"Stiff" by Mary Roach.

plastic surgery (la)

so you're telling me I have a chance...?

Colin

  (1:27 PM)

Yes, plastic surgery, that's exactly what I'm telling you.

Sarah Palin (Alaska)

Who are you going to vote for come November? (the "HOT" ticket or the "NOT")?

Colin

  (1:27 PM)

Actually, I'd vote for Tina Fey if given the choice.

Colin

  (1:27 PM)

Few more questions, people. I've got to go troll message boards.

Rusty (NJ)

ORCA vs Great White Shark who wins?

Colin

  (1:28 PM)

That's in a few months on the Discovery Channel.

Tina Fey (on the ballot)

so you're telling me I have a chance...?

Colin

  (1:28 PM)

Yes, Tina Fey, that's exactly what I'm telling you.

Adam (Virginia)

Who is in charge of selecting these questions for you to answer? ridiculous

Colin

  (1:28 PM)

His name is Pepe.

JL (Long Beach)

WHo would win if they played today LSU or USC?

Colin

  (1:29 PM)

USC is considerably better at QB, and I'd give them an edge at coach, too.

Ultimate (Sportsboards.com)

Do you often play with Pepe?

Colin

  (1:29 PM)

No, I actually play with Legos. But Pepe watches.

sam (Dallas Tx)

Did you play high school football?

Colin

  (1:30 PM)

Yes. Ocasta High School. QB. Oh yah, i was the man.

Colin

  (1:30 PM)

Last question, folks.

Ken (Buffalo)

Herd, does the Bills 2-0 start seem a little hollow since their opponents are now a combined 0-4

Colin

  (1:30 PM)

It does seem a little hollow. It's a long season. We said today they will be 4-0 before losing a game. And we'll be in Buffalo for the Monday Night game!

Fisch (Bristol)

anyone know how to make an all-american trophy

Colin

  (1:31 PM)

Shape it like a big speedo, FIsch. I KNEW you were kying about your "All American" status as a high school swimmer.

Amanda

  (1:32 PM)

Colin is off to lunch...thanks for the questions. Same time, same place next week.