The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
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Jan 21, 2026 Dianna Russini, a Senior NFL reporter renowned for her coaching insights, joins the conversation to shed light on the dynamic coaching landscape. They explore the Pittsburgh Steelers’ need for a modernized approach and evaluate the appealing factors of John Harbaugh as the new Giants head coach. Dianna shares that Josh Allen’s influence will guide Buffalo’s hiring, while also discussing A.J. Brown's trade rumors and the Ravens' strategy for Lamar Jackson. The duo dives deep into the evolving dynamics of NFL coaches and teams.
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Youthful, Detail-Oriented Coaching Wins
- The NFL is trending toward younger, detail-oriented coaches who minimize mistakes like penalties and drops.
- Colin Cowherd argues old-school names like Mike McCarthy and Mike Tomlin are increasingly out of step with modern winning methods.
Make In-Season Moves And Build Around Rookies
- Do pivot in-season and make trades to improve roster flexibility and capitalize on windows.
- Build around a rookie-contract quarterback to stack the roster and extend competitive windows.
Harbaugh Brings Energy And Immediate Credibility
- John Harbaugh represents the kind of experienced-yet-energetic coach who still 'thinks young' and energizes a roster.
- Colin views Harbaugh's hiring in New York as immediately elevating the Giants' coaching status in their division.