THE HERD - Hour 3 - Eric Mangini stops by The Herd, Tomorrow's Headlines Today
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In this episode of The Herd with Colin Cowherd, the focus is on the NFL Draft, with deep analysis of team strategies, player evaluations, and draft-day decisions. Eric Mangini joins the show as a guest, offering insights from his coaching and front-office experience, particularly on quarterback development, drafting philosophy, and the importance of building a strong foundation through early picks. The discussion covers key draft moves by teams like the Rams, Jets, Chiefs, and Raiders, with debates over whether trades were smart or risky—especially the Rams’ selection of Ty Simpson at 13th overall, which Cowherd defends as a strategic long-term investment in a quarterback with elite development potential. Mangini shares personal anecdotes from his career, including early signs of greatness in players like Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis, emphasizing how quickly some prospects reveal their elite status in practice. The episode also features light-hearted banter, including a friendly wager on Simpson’s draft position, and transitions into promotional segments for other iHeart podcasts, such as The Clifford Show and 2%. The overall tone is energetic, analytical, and grounded in football strategy and human insight.
Drafting a quarterback early and letting them sit for two years can be a smart long-term strategy, as seen with the Packers and Jordan Love.
Some players, like Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis, instantly stand out in practice due to their presence and skill, while others take time to develop.
Teams like the Raiders and Jets made bold moves to upgrade their offensive lines and skill positions, prioritizing protection for young quarterbacks.
The Rams’ pick of Ty Simpson at 13th overall may be controversial, but it’s a calculated risk to build around a future franchise QB in a strong culture.
Later-round picks often yield the best value, as scouts dig deeper into player potential beyond surface-level metrics.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Podcast Promos and Intro
The episode opens with a series of promotional segments for iHeart podcasts including The Clifford Show, Learn the Hard Way, Love Trapped, 2%, and The Girlfriends, highlighting their themes and availability.
Rams Draft Strategy and Ty Simpson Pick
“I mean, if this kid goes to Cleveland, I don't think he's successful. If this kid goes to Tennessee or Arizona, I don't think he's successful. But, I mean, look at Baker Mayfield when he got to Tampa. He finally found his spot.”
Eric Mangini on Drafting and Player Development
“I remember going out to the first day of practice at the Ravens. We had Jonathan Ogden. And everybody lined up against Jonathan Ogden. All the veteran guys, they're going to teach us rookie a lesson. And Jonathan Ogden stoned the first guy and stoned the second guy and stoned the third guy.”
Team-by-Team Draft Analysis
“The Raiders have Brock Bowers, Aston Genty, Colton Miller. What do they do? GM says, let's get an offensive coach. Let's go get Tyler Lindobom. Interior lineman keep the feet safe for the young quarterback.”
The Value of Later-Round Picks
The hosts emphasize that the real value in the draft comes later, where scouts uncover hidden gems that coaches may overlook due to limited time spent on late picks.
“I remember going out to the first day of practice at the Ravens. We had Jonathan Ogden. And everybody lined up against Jonathan Ogden. All the veteran guys, they're going to teach us rookie a lesson. And Jonathan Ogden stoned the first guy and stoned the second guy and stoned the third guy.”
“I mean, if this kid goes to Cleveland, I don't think he's successful. If this kid goes to Tennessee or Arizona, I don't think he's successful. But, I mean, look at Baker Mayfield when he got to Tampa. He finally found his spot.”
“Put yourself through some hardships and you will come out on the other side a happier, more fulfilled, healthier person.”
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Colin Cowherd
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Ty Simpson
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Eric Mangini
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Rams
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Jets
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Chiefs
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Raiders
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Clifford Taylor IV
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Omar Cooper
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J-Mac
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