The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Tomorrow's Headlines Today, Daniel Jeremiah
Feb 12, 2026
Daniel Jeremiah, NFL analyst and former college coach known for draft evaluation and Move the Sticks, breaks down positional draft gaps and how they shape free agency. He compares Fernando Mendoza to past prospects, explains Ty Simpson’s readiness concerns, revisits Sam Darnold’s turnaround, and maps Chargers and Seahawks offseason priorities. Quick takes and Tomorrow’s Headlines predictions round out the conversation.
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Draft Weaknesses Will Fuel Free Agency
- Daniel Jeremiah sees the draft thin at QB and RB, which will push teams toward aggressive free-agent moves and franchise tags.
- The transfer portal has clarified evaluations by showing players' performance with better supporting casts.
Evaluate QBs By Big-Down Performance
- Evaluate quarterbacks by third-and-seven-plus throws, red-zone performance, and big-game moments to filter out RPO inflation.
- Prioritize mental toughness and production in pressure situations over flashy aggregate stats.
Simpson Needs Protection And Time
- Daniel Jeremiah ranked Ty Simpson outside his top 32 due to limited starts and injury history despite solid mechanics and accuracy.
- Teams with strong offensive lines can afford to draft him earlier and develop him slowly.