The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Best Of - Should Shedeur Sanders START for Browns? Nick CANNOT BELIEVE Colin Cowherd & Bill Simmons Chiefs takes
Aug 16, 2025
Shedeur Sanders impresses with a strong debut for the Browns, sparking debate on whether he should be the starter over seasoned pros. Bold claims about the Chiefs' dynasty being over lead to a passionate defense of Patrick Mahomes' status among quarterbacks. The conversation dives deep into quarterback rankings, comparing stars like Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, and challenges the validity of these assessments. Historical context around NFL dynasties is explored, reinforcing Mahomes' legacy despite external skepticism.
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Sanders Climbs Rookie QB Ladder
- Shedeur Sanders may have leapfrogged Dylan Gabriel in the Browns' quarterback pecking order after his strong preseason debut.
- Nick expects Joe Flacco to start Week 1 but sees Sanders as the rookie most likely to inherit the job when Flacco falters.
Rotate Rookies For Real Evaluation
- Give both rookie quarterbacks meaningful preseason reps to evaluate who truly belongs on the roster.
- Nick specifically suggests splitting playing time across quarters so each rookie can show sustained performance.
Charisma Offsets But Don't Overplay It
- Sanders' off-field theatrics (walk-in, entourage) are noticeable but not fatal when he plays well.
- Charisma can offset missteps, but tone it down to avoid giving other teams trade fodder.