The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of the week on The Herd
Feb 28, 2026
Sam Darnold, Super Bowl champion and former USC quarterback, reflects on his college roots and NFL journey. He recounts struggles in New York, benching in Carolina, transitions through SF and Minnesota, and joining Seattle. Sam discusses meeting Jaxson Smith-Njigba, playoff preparation, ball security, and playing in Seattle’s electric atmosphere.
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Cowboys' Spending Shows Weak GM Strategy
- Cowboys' front-office decisions reflect poor GM discipline compared to Seattle.
- Colin contrasts Dallas giving Javonte Williams a three-year $24M deal with Seattle letting Kenneth Walker go despite Walker's higher recent production.
Sam Darnold's USC Origin Story
- Sam Darnold recounts his USC start and how coaches predicted his NFL future.
- Sark praised Darnold early, saying he was 'like a linebacker that plays quarterback' and would play on Sundays.
How Carolina Restart Rebuilt Darnold's Confidence
- Sam describes regaining confidence after being benched in Carolina.
- After returning November 27, he won four of six starts and later became the winningest QB from that point onward, crediting coaches and system fit.