The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Raiders RB Raheem Mostert and Michigan HC Dusty May stopped by The Herd
Mar 2, 2026
Raheem Mostert, NFL running back known for big seasons with the 49ers and Dolphins, talks longevity, relationships with coaches, and rising teammates. Dusty May, Michigan men’s basketball coach with strong Big Ten results, discusses tournament prep, NIL, recruiting shifts, and handling hecklers. Fast-paced conversation that hits career choices, coaching styles, and program building.
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Shanahan Meeting Sparked Mostert Breakout
- Raheem Mostert described how Kyle Shanahan changed his usage after a meeting, immediately increasing his touches and triggering a breakout performance.
- He recounted confronting Shanahan about limited practice looks, Shanahan responded by putting him in that day for ~10 touches which led to his career pivot.
Player Friendly Coaching Can Undermine Toughness
- Mostert argued a player's coach style can fail as a head coach if it lacks toughness and the ability to enforce discipline across an organization.
- He contrasted player-friendly Mike McDaniel with coaches like Mike Tomlin or Nick Saban who implement no-nonsense standards that build resilience.
Prioritize Small Details To Build A Winning Culture
- Winning teams obsess over details and decisions across roster construction and coaching, which separates them from struggling teams.
- Mostert pointed to drafting well and coaching buy-in as concrete details that helped Seattle and San Francisco succeed.