The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Christian McCaffrey stops by The Herd
Feb 4, 2026
Jordan Palmer, quarterback coach and founder of Quarterback Summit, offers early scouting takes on Sam Darnold, Drake May and rising QBs. Cam Heyward, veteran Steelers defensive leader, talks captaincy, Mike Tomlin’s influence, career motivation and cancer charity work. They dive into game takeaways, coaching longevity, QB mechanics and prospect evaluation in short, sharp conversations.
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Patriots Improved By Stabilizing QB And Run Game
- Heyward traces New England's turnaround to stabilizing Drake May and the run game.
- He credits additions like Travion and improved passing for their late-season rise.
Mix Run Game And Space For DK Metcalf
- Heyward expects the offense to emphasize Kenneth Gainwell and Jalen Warren as a running duo.
- He recommends getting DK Metcalf more touches in space and varied route work.
Balance Winning With Mentoring
- Heyward says his primary drive remains winning a Super Bowl and building legacy.
- He advises continuing to teach younger players while still improving personally.