The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Philip Rivers stops by with some legendary trash talk, Shedeur Sanders Named Starter
Aug 6, 2025
Former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers, celebrated for his 17-season career, shares his legendary trash talk and insights from his new role as a high school coach. He admires Brett Favre's approach and discusses how technology has transformed training. The conversation also dives into Shedeur Sanders starting for the Browns, with Rivers cautioning against overreactions to young quarterbacks. Their discussion reflects on the evolution of the game, the influence of college backgrounds on performance, and the life lessons learned from football.
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Phillip Rivers on Son's Style
- Philip Rivers shares that his son Gunner has a throwing style similar to his own, though more traditional and reserved.
- Rivers highlights his son's passion for football mixed with calmness from his mother, which could benefit him as a quarterback.
Love the Process to Excel
- Rivers loved the entire process of preparing for games more than just playing on Sundays.
- He believes loving the process is essential to being a great quarterback, not just the game itself.
Innate Talent Limits Coaching
- Some quarterback skills like footwork and accuracy can be coached, but innate ability to see and process the field quickly is crucial.
- Rivers agrees that certain talents for elite play exist within a limited natural range of ability.