The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Sep 17, 2025
Mark Sanchez, a former NFL quarterback turned Fox Sports analyst, joins to discuss the pressure on young QBs like J.J. McCarthy. He highlights Jim Harbaugh's remarkable coaching prowess and impact on teams at every level. The duo breaks down tactics in the Shanahan-style offense, with Sanchez evaluating Dak Prescott's improvement under Brian Schottenheimer. They also analyze standout plays, including an elite throw from Aaron Rodgers and Justin Herbert's enhanced game through clarity and reduced turnovers. A must-listen for football fans!
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No Patience For NFL QBs
- Colin argues NFL teams can't afford multi-year patience for young quarterbacks because ownership and market pressure demand quick results.
- He says J.J. McCarthy, despite elite coaching, must show improvement within weeks or risk organizational moves.
Harbaugh As Culture Transformer
- Colin claims Jim Harbaugh may be the greatest coach ever because he fixes broken programs in college and the NFL.
- He emphasizes Harbaugh's unique personality creates rapid cultural turnarounds that collapse after he leaves.
Harbaugh Leaves Teams Declining
- Colin recounts Harbaugh turning teams from awful to competitive quickly at Stanford, Michigan and the Niners.
- He notes each program declined noticeably after Harbaugh departed, illustrating his lasting footprint.