The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Feb 5, 2026
Ryan Fitzpatrick, former NFL quarterback turned analyst, reflects on Sam Darnold’s resilience and quarterback development. Short takes cover why coaches like Mike Vrabel earn player trust. Conversations jump to defensive-minded Super Bowl matchups, game tempo, and Fitzpatrick’s transition to broadcasting.
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McCaffrey Praises Sam; First Impressions Stick
- Christian McCaffrey praised Sam Darnold's arm, athleticism, and presence around teammates from their time together.
- Colin uses first-impression examples like Chris Webber and Scott Norwood to show how single moments define reputations.
Vrabel's Unique Coaching Brand
- Mike Vrabel's brand mixes tough accountability with genuine care, which uniquely attracts top players across positions.
- Colin Cowherd argues that authenticity in toughness and caring cannot be faked and drives roster acquisitions.
Coaching Over Personnel For Drake Maye
- Greg Cosell credits New England's improvement to schemes, coaching, and Drake Maye's development rather than just personnel moves.
- He emphasizes coaching's outsized role with young quarterbacks who need schematic structure.