The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Albert Breer joins The Herd, the NFL playoffs
Jan 7, 2026
Albert Breer, a Senior NFL reporter, dives into the latest NFL coaching changes and the implications for teams like the Ravens following John Harbaugh's firing. He discusses potential replacement candidates and analyzes the playoff landscape, particularly the Buffalo Bills' vulnerabilities. Breer also examines the evolving coaching market influenced by wealthy owners and the dynamics within teams, including Lamar Jackson's reaction to recent events. Insights on matchups like the Rams vs. Panthers round out the conversation.
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Ravens' Culture And Alignment Changed
- The Ravens' dynamic had shifted and ownership saw the last two seasons as misaligned with John Harbaugh's approach.
- Albert Breer says the disconnect and unmet expectations made the decision to move on inevitable despite Harbaugh's past success.
Wide Search Will Look Beyond Names
- Baltimore will run a wide-ranging search and consider offensive and cultural fits, not just obvious names.
- Breer highlights candidates from Kevin Stefanski to Brian Flores as examples of differing fits the Ravens may pursue.
Quarterback Evaluation Drives Job Appeal
- Coaching interest in jobs depends heavily on how coaches evaluate the quarterback situation.
- Breer says quarterbacks in-place or at the top of the draft will largely determine which vacancies attract top candidates.