The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Return of Tatum
Mar 5, 2026
Jason Timpf, NBA analyst and host of Hoops Tonight at The Volume, joins to break down Jayson Tatum’s imminent return and how his defensive versatility shifts the Celtics’ ceiling. They debate Knicks matchups, Luka’s role next to LeBron, and whether SGA’s game plays well on TV. Also discussed: roster moves around the NFL and surprising front-office hires in L.A.
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Rodgers Still Elite Short Term
- Colin Cowherd argues Aaron Rodgers still offers high short-term value despite age, ranking him top-10 for next season but not for a 3–4 year projection.
- He cites Steelers' leap from broken offense to functional unit after Rodgers arrived: big improvements in sacks, giveaways, red zone, and YAC.
Tatum Restores Celtics Switching Defense
- Jason Timpf and Colin highlight Jayson Tatum's return as a defensive game-changer who enables Celtics to switch pick-and-rolls and cover centers.
- They note Tatum's passing and ability to guard bigs reduced reliance on Al Horford and unlocks more versatile offense/defense.
Knicks Improved By Spot Up And Penetration
- Jason Timpf says the Knicks' recent stride is rooted in better half-court offense and Mike Brown's emphasis on early dribble penetration.
- He points out the Knicks generate the second most spot-up looks, improving offensive efficiency and matchup versatility.