The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Best Of - LeBron James IS BACK, reaction to Shedeur Sanders first game, NFL Week 12 picks | Nick Wright
Nov 22, 2025
Nick Wright dives into the excitement of LeBron James returning to the Lakers, discussing his potential new role as a facilitator rather than just a scorer. The conversation then shifts to Shedeur Sanders' rocky NFL debut, with a critique on how the media has distorted public perception of his performance. Nick also offers his top five bets for the upcoming NFL week, examining matchups including the Browns' rookie QB against the Raiders and assessing underdog scenarios. Expect sharp insights and engaging takes on both basketball and football!
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Social Media Skews Sanders Coverage
- Nick Wright argues social media has warped discourse around Shedeur Sanders, amplifying nonsensical criticism and misinformation.
- He says extreme takes reward engagement, not accuracy, and that real evaluation requires proper practice reps and context.
Draft Status Shapes Practice Opportunity
- Nick explains NFL teams prioritize reps by draft status and perceived starter, which affects practice exposure for late-round QBs.
- He frames life as a fifth-round pick: limited reps make NFL transition inherently harder and often unfair.
Wait For A True Starter Look
- Give Shedeur Sanders a full week of starter reps and a tailored game plan before judging him.
- Judge his performance after his first official start against the Raiders rather than one relief appearance.