The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Where Colin was right and where he was wrong, Matt Hasselbeck
Feb 23, 2026
Matt Hasselbeck, former NFL quarterback turned analyst, shares Combine week stories and pro-day drama from his 18-year career. He breaks down how the Combine shapes deals and locker-room fit. Short takes cover interview tips for prospects, running back market dynamics, and why certain rookies fit team cultures.
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Celtics Thrive Through Coaching And Depth
- Colin admits he was right about the Celtics thriving without Jason Tatum due to coaching, depth, and defensive improvement.
- He notes the team is 8-2 in their last 10 and Jalen Brown is having an MVP-level season, showing collective strength over one superstar.
Mavericks Collapse From Injuries And Bad Fit
- Colin says the Mavericks' season collapsed after Kyrie Irving opted out and injuries piled up after antecedent trades.
- He points to AD being out of shape and the Luka trade being a disaster as reasons the team can't contend.
Giannis Stayed But His Trade Value Is Complex
- Colin confesses he was wrong predicting Giannis would leave Milwaukee despite roster and injury concerns.
- He now questions Giannis's trade value noting fit issues: needs ball handling, not an off-ball perimeter player, but remains elite defensively.