The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - No Patience for JJ McCarthy, Jim Harbaugh Might Be The GOAT
Sep 17, 2025
Colin argues that patience for Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is a luxury the NFL can't afford. He praises Jim Harbaugh's transformative coaching, suggesting he might be football's greatest ever. The discussion shifts to Arch Manning, with Colin advising the young talent to return to college rather than rush to the NFL. Additionally, the conversation dives into the impact of NIL and roster strategies, touching on the Bears' struggles and a debate on Patrick Mahomes versus Tom Brady.
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Don't Wait Indefinitely For QBs
- Do not excuse poor NFL quarterback play with vague calls for "patience."
- Hold young QBs like J.J. McCarthy to clear near-term improvement expectations or consider roster change.
Harbaugh As Organizational Transformer
- Jim Harbaugh's record shows immediate turnarounds across college and the NFL, suggesting a rare cross-level impact.
- Colin argues Harbaugh transforms organizations' identity, not just schemes, producing steep post-departure declines.
Coaching Can Reboot QB Performance
- Harbaugh reduces turnovers and elevates both offense and defense quickly, reshaping player performance.
- Colin highlights Justin Herbert's resurgence under Harbaugh as evidence of coach-driven QB improvement.