The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Right to Start Burrow, Shawn Merriman Stops By
Nov 28, 2025
Joining Doug Gottlieb is Shawne Merriman, a former NFL All-Pro linebacker and founder of Lights Out Extreme Fighting. They dive into the significance of Joe Burrow's return, emphasizing its message against tanking. Shawne critiques the conservative coaching style of the Packers and discusses how injuries have plagued the Chargers' season. He also promotes his upcoming Lights Out 29 event, highlighting the rise of new MMA talent. Their lively conversation is packed with insights on player performance and leadership in the NFL.
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Team Success Trumps Personal Brand Claim
- Gottlieb disputes Cam Newton's claim that personal success is better for income, calling it inverse of reality.
- He argues team-first mentality defines genuine leadership and long-term respect.
Load Management Hypocrisy Exposed
- Doug notes hypocrisy: same critics who scolded load management questioned Burrow playing.
- He points out older generations created load management norms they now criticize selectively.
Schottenheimer Continuity Helps Dak
- Shawne Merriman recalled working with Brian Schottenheimer at the Chargers and supported keeping continuity for Dak Prescott.
- He said in-house promotion avoided forcing Dak to learn a new system mid-career.