The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Matt Hasselbeck stops by The Herd
Dec 17, 2025
In this lively discussion, former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck shares insights from his 18-year career and current role as an analyst. He dives into the Miami Dolphins' decision to bench Tua Tagovailoa, attributing it to concerns over toughness. Matt praises Bills QB Josh Allen as the league's most valuable player, noting his impact on Buffalo's success. The conversation also touches on coaching techniques to support young quarterbacks and the upcoming MVP race between Allen and Stafford.
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Late-Season Form Trumps Early Records
- Matt Hasselbeck argues late-season performance matters more than early records in football.
- He praises overlooked teams (Houston, Jacksonville, Carolina) as dangerous if they're playing well late.
Super Bowl Loss Taught Respect For Underdogs
- Matt Hasselbeck recounts losing a Super Bowl to an underdog wildcard team that kept winning.
- He uses that experience to explain why he respects overlooked teams in playoff-style competition.
Protect The Football To Win More
- Protect the football and avoid forcing throws to win consistently.
- Matt Hasselbeck highlights that quarterbacks who minimize negative situations sustain winning teams.