The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - NFL considering replacement referees for 2026 season? NCAA Tournament Best Bets, NFL Offseason Mailbag
Mar 19, 2026
A deep dive into a possible return of replacement referees and how officiating pressures have evolved. A proposed Browns rule change for draft pick trading gets unpacked. De’Von Achane’s receiving role and contract value are discussed. Reactions to the World Baseball Classic and NCAA Tournament best-bet angles are highlighted. Rapid-fire mailbag topics wrap up a wide sports roundup.
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Why Longterm Draft Pick Trading Will Likely Be Rejected
- The Browns proposed letting teams trade draft picks many years into the future, but owners will likely reject it due to the unpredictable value of future drafts.
- Middlecoff thinks owners prefer the current cap on how far picks can be traded to avoid exchanging too much for short-term gambles.
Why De'Von Achane Is More Valuable Than He Looks
- De'Von Achane's value is amplified by his pass-catching role: 172 catches and 13 receiving TDs in three years plus 22 rushing TDs.
- Middlecoff notes Miami keeps him because he's cheap, versatile, and teams called heavily about trading for him.
Clutch Comes From Early High Pressure Success
- 'Clutch' often stems from early success building confidence; repeated high-pressure success makes players more likely to perform in big moments.
- Middlecoff cites Bryce Harper, Derek Jeter, Tom Brady and Tiger Woods as examples who found big-spot confidence early.