The Herd with Colin Cowherd

THE HERD - Hour 3 - Mark Sanchez Analyzes Aaron Rodgers and Dak Prescott

Sep 17, 2025
In this engaging conversation, former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, now a Fox Sports analyst, dissects the performances of Aaron Rodgers and Dak Prescott. He highlights how Brian Schottenheimer's coaching has revitalized Prescott, making him more efficient and healthy. Sanchez also dives into Rodgers' elite decision-making and assesses the impact of coaching on quarterback development, specifically mentioning Jim Harbaugh’s role in Justin Herbert's growth. His insights into NFL strategies and team dynamics are a must-listen for football fans!
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INSIGHT

Coordinator As Quarterback GPS

  • Mark Sanchez compares coordinators to a GPS that gives quarterbacks a clear roadmap to play success.
  • He credits Shanahan's system for simplifying reads and elevating multiple quarterbacks into high performance.
INSIGHT

Early Wins Buy Later Margin

  • Arizona's 2-0 start matters because early wins buy you margin in divisional races and confidence.
  • Mark warns injuries and depleted defensive backs will test Arizona's ability to sustain success.
ADVICE

Create Shared Language With Coaches

  • Build coach-player shared language and keep core offensive principles when changing coordinators.
  • Keep quarterbacks healthy so they can recognize defenses and communicate with coordinators effectively.
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