The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Mark Schlereth stops by The Herd, why the Ravens backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade, LeBron's resurgence
Mar 19, 2026
Mark Schlereth, three-time Super Bowl champ and NFL analyst, drops in with sharp takes on Denver’s roster and why Jaylen Waddle fits the Broncos. He breaks down why the Ravens walked from a Maxx Crosby trade and analyzes QB fits around the league. Plus, basketball talk touches on LeBron’s recent scoring surge and its impact on team outlooks.
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LeBron Extends Peak By Embracing Patience
- LeBron's role change shows elite players adapt by embracing patience and off-ball work to extend careers.
- Jason McIntyre highlighted LeBron's 13-of-14 shooting night, six dunks and a one-handed alley-oop as evidence of his resurgence.
Why Waddle Was The Broncos' Missing Piece
- Mark praised Jalen Waddle as the missing weapon for the Broncos who runs the full route tree and lifts coverage.
- He said Waddle can play X, Z, or slot, and was vital to reducing pressure on Bo Nix.
Prioritize Versatility At Tight End
- Evaluate roster gaps by versatility rather than raw talent; Broncos need a dual-threat tight end who changes defensive calls.
- Schlereth explained Troutman signals run-heavy formations while Ingram signals pass-heavy personnel.