The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Lakers are just not a good roster, What will 2026 hold for Lamar Jackson?
Dec 31, 2025
J-Mac, a regular co-host known for his insightful commentary, joins Colin to dissect the Lakers' significant roster flaws after a blowout loss to the Pistons. They highlight the lack of essential traits like defense and athleticism. The conversation then shifts to college football, praising the top eight teams for their reliability. They also delve into the future of Lamar Jackson, examining trade rumors and reflecting on his impact in Baltimore. Commentary on head coach JJ Reddick's frustrations adds to the engaging dialogue.
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Lakers Roster Fails Championship Checkboxes
- The Lakers roster is fundamentally flawed with limited three-point shooting, no rim protection, and few athletic wings.
- Colin Cowherd argues J.J. Redick can't hide those roster deficiencies despite good schemes and clutch record.
Stop Publicly Ripping Players
- Coaches must avoid repeatedly ripping players or the team because players will tune out and performance can worsen.
- Colin suggests coaches should change levers instead of constant public criticism to regain buy-in.
College Playoffs Now Quality Over Quantity
- College football's final eight deliver balanced quality: West Coast powers, blue bloods, newcomers, and top QB prospects.
- Cowherd prefers this compact playoff structure because it mirrors NFL playoff dependability and quality.