The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 – Mark Schlereth weighs in on Ravens report, What would the Giants do with the no. 1 pick?
Dec 24, 2025
Mark Schlereth, a former NFL guard and Fox Sports analyst, shares insights on the brewing tension between John Harbaugh and Lamar Jackson, suggesting Baltimore may consider trading their star quarterback. He also discusses the implications of the Giants' potential first pick, weighing options like Jackson Dart versus Fernando Mendoza. Jeff Schwartz, another Fox Sports analyst, critiques the scheduling issues between USC and Notre Dame and previews Oregon's upcoming match against Texas Tech, highlighting key offensive and defensive matchups.
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Win Streaks Invite Distracting Media Intrusion
- Schlereth recounts winning streak locker-room issues from his Redskins and Broncos days where media attention disrupted routines.
- He says too much national attention can pull players out of habits that sustain long runs.
Ravens Must Weigh Lamar's Durability Vs. Cost
- John Harbaugh and Lamar Jackson's relationship has visibly strained amid missed practices and lifestyle concerns.
- Mark Schlereth says teams must weigh a dynamic QB's durability and cap hit when deciding whether to keep or move him.
Act Early If QB Lifestyle Undermines The Team
- If a franchise QB stops living the quarterback lifestyle, consider taking calls about trades and draft capital.
- Schlereth advises teams to accept hard roster choices to preserve long-term competitiveness.