The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - NFL news, thoughts on Jaylen Waddle going to the Broncos
Mar 18, 2026
Albert Breer, veteran NFL reporter known for deep league reporting. He breaks down why Denver acquiring Jaylen Waddle fits their roster and Sean Payton’s plan. They discuss Maxx Crosby’s visit and its fallout for the Ravens. Conversation covers Lamar Jackson’s contract hurdles and Miami’s roster reset choices.
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Crosby's Travel And Sobriety Party Explained The Mess
- Breer recounted Crosby's timeline: trade Friday, sobriety anniversary Saturday, flown in Monday, physical Tuesday, creating confusion about the handling.
- The sequence helps explain why meetings and decisions looked disjointed.
Why Ravens Walked From The Crosby Deal
- The Ravens backed away from Maxx Crosby because medical concerns and changing market dynamics made two first-round picks too costly.
- Albert Breer links the timing to Trey Hendrickson's cheaper market and Baltimore preferring a lower-risk, lower-cost vet move.
Crosby's Visit Damaged Ravens Image
- The Crosby visit story hurt the Ravens' reputation because it contradicted their 'castle' image of a first-class, organized facility.
- Breer notes Crosby described long travel and delayed meetings, which made NFL observers raise eyebrows.