The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Mar 2, 2026
Matt Hasselbeck, former NFL quarterback turned analyst, shares quick combine-based evaluations from his time scouting prospects. He raves about Fernando Mendoza’s pro traits and compares Mendoza’s profile to Matt Ryan. He breaks down Ty Simpson’s poise and highlights under-the-radar quarterback performers while explaining how scouts judge vibe and competitiveness.
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Vikings Losing Faith In J.J. McCarthy
- The Minnesota Vikings are signaling they may move off J.J. McCarthy after two seasons due to injuries, inconsistent play, and cap constraints.
- Colin notes McCarthy missed 24 starts, had the worst completion percentage and passer rating, and the team is $45M over the cap considering Tua or Kyler Murray.
Put Quarterbacks In Competitive Situations
- Force a competitive situation to accelerate development rather than replacing coaching with ease.
- Kevin O'Connell said they need competition because J.J. McCarthy missed developmental opportunities and must be pushed.
Why Luka's Personality Creates Fit Problems
- Luka Doncic's long history of having the ball and being worshiped may explain recent friction with coaches and fit issues with LeBron.
- Colin points to video of a confrontation with J.J. Redick and says Luka's usage and defensive limits create fit problems.