Colin Cowherd responds to Megyn Kelly's remarks on Caitlin Clark
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
On August 9, Colin Cowherd addressed Megyn Kelly’s criticism of Caitlin Clark, who faced backlash for her comments about handling outside noise regarding WNBA pregame rallies. During a press conference, Clark emphasized that her focus remains on basketball rather than engaging in political discussions, which sparked Kelly to label her a 'coward' on social media. Cowherd defended Clark, arguing that athletes should not be pressured to engage in political discourse, likening the challenges faced by politicians to those of athletes. He noted that while Kelly profits from political commentary, Clark excels in her sports career and continues to prioritize her craft over media expectations.
- •Caitlin Clark discussed team focus during a press conference on August 2.
- •Megyn Kelly criticized Clark's stance by labeling her a 'coward'.
- •Colin Cowherd defended Clark's decision to avoid political commentary.
- •Cowherd emphasized that athletes should focus on their sport and not political debates.
- •The dialogue reflects broader issues connecting sports, media, and politics.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd comes to Caitlin Clark’s defense amid Megyn Kelly’s ‘coward’ criticism
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd calls out Megyn Kelly for Caitlin Clark ‘coward’ comment
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd Blasts Megyn Kelly for Calling Caitlin Clark a ‘Coward’ Over Silence on Trans Debate
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd sounds off on Megyn Kelly calling Caitlin Clark a ‘coward’
"Political commentator Megyn Kelly recently raised eyebrows when she called Caitlin Clark a “coward” for refusing to answer questions related to her Indiana Fever teammate Sophie Cunningham’s stance against transgender athletes in women’s sports. On Sunday, Fox Sports radio host Colin Cowherd shared his own thoughts on Kelly’s comments, defending Clark for choosing to avoid…
"Political commentator Megyn Kelly was one of numerous conservative media members to blast Caitlin Clark after her answer to a question about how she and her Indiana Fever teammates have responded to the outside noise and WNBA pregame rallies following Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender athletes. “I think, for us, it’s not really a discussion…
"Colin Cowherd took aim at Megyn Kelly after she called Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark a "coward" for not getting involved in the trans debate.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 8:18 PMColin Cowherd comes to Caitlin Clark’s defense amid Megyn Kelly’s ‘coward’ criticism
Colin Cowherd didn't hold back his criticism of Megyn Kelly following her recent comments about Fever star guard Caitlin Clark.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 5:41 PMColin Cowherd calls out Megyn Kelly for Caitlin Clark ‘coward’ comment
Political commentator Megyn Kelly recently raised eyebrows when she called Caitlin Clark a “coward” for refusing to answer questions related to her Indiana Fever teammate Sophie Cunningham’s stance against transgender athletes in women’s sports. On Sunday, Fox Sports radio host Colin Cowherd shared his own thoughts on Kelly’s comments, defending Clark for choosing to avoid…
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 4:20 PMColin Cowherd Blasts Megyn Kelly for Calling Caitlin Clark a ‘Coward’ Over Silence on Trans Debate
Colin Cowherd took aim at Megyn Kelly after she called Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark a "coward" for not getting involved in the trans debate.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 12:40 PMColin Cowherd sounds off on Megyn Kelly calling Caitlin Clark a ‘coward’
Political commentator Megyn Kelly was one of numerous conservative media members to blast Caitlin Clark after her answer to a question about how she and her Indiana Fever teammates have responded to the outside noise and WNBA pregame rallies following Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender athletes. “I think, for us, it’s not really a discussion…
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