The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Feb 9, 2026
Matt Hasselbeck, former NFL quarterback and longtime Seahawks signal-caller turned broadcaster. They break down Seattle’s Super Bowl dominance and Sam Darnold’s comeback. Discussion covers Mike Macdonald’s defensive scheme and playcalling. They also contrast QB game management and what failed for New England’s offense.
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Darnold's Maturity Overcame Draft Label
- Sam Darnold transformed from a failed early pick into a turnover-free Super Bowl winner by becoming a mature, situationally aware quarterback.
- Colin argues Darnold's growth shows traits plus the right fit and coaching matter more than early draft label.
Young QBs Lack The 'Why'
- Drake Maye struggled repeatedly against top defenses, showing vision and pocket processing issues under pressure.
- Colin says young QBs often lack the "why" to diagnose defenses, which explains Maye's postseason failures.
Patriots Need Offensive Line Help
- New England's offense lacks run-blocking and OL depth, making them "a draft away" from true contention.
- Colin predicted their running game would be stopped and said Maye would be forced into high-volume passing.