The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Eric Mangini stops by The Herd, Tomorrow's Headlines Today
Dec 12, 2025
Eric Mangini, a former NFL head coach and current analyst, shares his insights on Shedeur Sanders' impressive start as the Browns’ QB, emphasizing his strengths and weaknesses. They discuss how market pressures in cities like Cleveland shape quarterback evaluations. Mangini also explores factors sustaining NFL dynasties, critiques Caleb Williams' performance, and assesses Philip Rivers' potential comeback. Plus, the conversation touches on the strategic risks of blitzing and reactions to the Eagles' quirky 'positivity bunny' during challenging times.
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Shedeur's Production Outweighs Surroundings
- Shedeur Sanders is succeeding despite a weak receiving corps and poor offensive line play in Cleveland.
- His big-play ability and outside-pocket play excite fans even as he is graded on a curve.
Let Superstars Reset With A Real Offseason
- Give elite quarterbacks time to reset after deep playoff runs and shortened off-seasons.
- Mangini recommends a meaningful offseason for Patrick Mahomes to return to peak form next year.
Dynasty Fatigue Hits Even Elite Teams
- Sustained Super Bowl contention wears teams down via shortened off-seasons and limited draft positioning.
- Eric Mangini expects Kansas City to need a reset but believes Patrick Mahomes keeps them perennial contenders.