The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - Kirk Cousins signs with Raiders, Fernando Mendoza’s Pro Day, Fugazi Friday
Apr 3, 2026
A breakdown of Kirk Cousins joining the Raiders and what that means for their quarterback room. Discussion of Fernando Mendoza’s eye-catching pro day and his draft trajectory. A plain-language look at NFL cash versus salary cap mechanics. A return of Fugazi Friday calling out annoying fake or exaggerated league stories.
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Veteran Quarterback As A Teacher
- Kirk Cousins gives a development advantage beyond on-field reps by providing a veteran example for a rookie quarterback.
- John Middlecoff argues the Raiders signed Cousins to teach Fernando Mendoza scheme, preparation, and pro habits learned from long-time starters.
Mahomes Learned From Alex Smith Example
- Middlecoff uses Patrick Mahomes' early development around Alex Smith and Andy Reid as an example of sitting behind a veteran aiding growth.
- He ties it to Mendoza's potential benefit from watching Cousins' routine and preparation daily.
Learning By Sitting Next To Greats
- John Middlecoff recounts working next to high-level pros like Pat Hill and Greg Papa early in his career and how that daily proximity shaped his work ethic.
- He describes sitting in the meeting room and watching elite broadcasters/coaches, calling their influence a major career accelerator.