The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - AFC and NFC Championship REACTION, McCarthy to the Steelers, What's going on in Cleveland
Jan 26, 2026
A lively breakdown of Seattle’s upset win and the QB performance that changed the game. A deep look at coaching choices and clutch play-calling that swung the AFC title. Reactions to Mike McCarthy landing in Pittsburgh and what that means for their roster. A critique of Cleveland’s odd hiring tactics and how front-office decisions shape team futures.
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Ask About Their Kids To Start A Conversation
- John Middlecoff shared meeting Joe Montana and starting a conversation about Montana's son.
- Asking about a famous person's children opened the dialogue and led to a long chat.
Quarterbacks Need The Right Environment
- Quarterback play depends heavily on surrounding talent and coaching, not just raw ability.
- John Middlecoff argues Sam Darnold's turnaround shows environment and coaching can resurrect careers.
Special Teams Signal Coaching Priorities
- Special teams performance often reflects head-coach emphasis more than the coordinator alone.
- Middlecoff says Sean McVay's weak special teams cost the Rams critical points and momentum.