The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Best Of - Bill Belichick SNUBBED, Giannis TRADE DESTINATIONS, Seahawks to Super Bowl | Nick Wright
Jan 31, 2026
Sam Darnold’s surprising Super Bowl run with Seattle and the team pieces that made it possible. A breakdown of why Bill Belichick missed first-ballot Hall of Fame consideration and the fallout for coaching legacies. Trade scenarios for Giannis, including how the Knicks, Warriors, Spurs and others might structure offers.
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Darnold's Redemption Game
- Sam Darnold delivered the best game of his career in the conference championship and earned credit for it.
- Nick Wright argues that trusting Darnold in clutch moments shows he's substantially improved and deserves recognition.
Why Belichick Wasn't First-Ballot
- Bill Belichick missing first-ballot induction likely reflects lingering fallout from Spygate.
- Nick Wright understands voters punishing perceived misconduct while still viewing Belichick as Hall of Fame-worthy.
Vote For Merit, Not Tactical Favoritism
- If you're a Hall voter, consider the tradeoff between rewarding legacy and prioritizing long-overdue player finalists.
- Nick Wright criticizes using a vote to hold someone back purely to help other candidates get in.