The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - The needs of NFL teams, the top prospects of the NFL draft, Todd McShay
Feb 10, 2026
Todd McShay, college football analyst and long-time NFL draft evaluator. He breaks down top prospects, who should trade up or down, and fits like Mendoza with Klint Kubiak. They highlight Arvel Reese, Jeremiah Love, tackle priorities, and which teams might maneuver in the draft. Conversation also touches on Caleb Williams' upside and Raiders coaching implications.
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Mendoza Fits Shanahan-Style Offense
- Todd McShay sees Fernando Mendoza as coachable and a fit for a Shanahan-style offense despite not being a top-tier physical quarterback.
- McShay warns Mendoza still shows turnover-prone moments that coaching must manage.
Take The Best Player Early, Favor Tackles
- For top-15 picks, McShay advises teams to take the best player and prioritize tackles if you lack them.
- He recommends avoiding overcomplicating pick decisions with risky fits early in the draft.
Arvel Reese Is A High-Projection Prospect
- McShay calls Arvel Reese the draft's top prospect due to unique length, power, and sideline-to-sideline cover ability.
- He warns Reese is a projection from off-ball linebacker to potential edge rusher role.