THE HERD - Hour 3 - Talking about the current NFL news and rumors

The Herd with Colin Cowherd33mApril 1, 2026

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The Herd with Colin Cowherd dives into the latest NFL draft buzz, focusing on quarterback prospects and team needs ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The episode opens with a flurry of sponsor plugs for iHeartMedia podcasts, including NFL Daily, Math & Magic, and The Away End, before transitioning into a deep dive on Jalen Hurts' reported locker room issues in Philadelphia. Cowherd and guest Lance Zerline discuss whether Hurts is hard to coach, the Eagles' potential need for a backup, and the intriguing possibility of drafting Ty Simpson in the second round to learn behind Hurts. They also praise Fernando Mendoza’s impressive pro day, calling him a franchise quarterback in the making, despite concerns about his 'robotic' style. The conversation shifts to team strategy, with analysis on the Giants, Dolphins, Jets, and Raiders as potential trade or draft movers. Later, Cowherd reflects on the durability of LeBron James and the impact of Steph Curry’s injury, drawing parallels between elite athletes' longevity and resilience. The episode closes with a mix of humor, hyperbole, and sharp commentary on NFL culture, player development, and front office decision-making.

Key Takeaways
1

Fernando Mendoza’s pro day performance suggests he may be a top-tier quarterback prospect, with elite arm strength and composure.

2

The Eagles may draft Ty Simpson as a developmental quarterback to learn behind Jalen Hurts, avoiding first-round pressure.

3

Jalen Hurts’ reported locker room tensions and coaching challenges raise questions about his long-term fit in Philadelphia.

4

Teams like the Giants and Dolphins have strong draft capital and multiple needs, making them prime trade-up or trade-down candidates.

5

LeBron James’ sustained health and playoff longevity are unprecedented, highlighting his elite physical and mental conditioning.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

Sponsor Breaks & Draft Countdown

The episode opens with multiple iHeartMedia podcast promotions, including NFL Daily, Math & Magic, Amy and TJ, and Games With Names, setting the stage for the NFL draft coverage.

5:00
5 min

Jalen Hurts & Eagles Drama

You know, for the record, there are qualities about both I really, really like. They're grownups. They're adults. They're very optimistic. They're very positive. They don't start fires.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

Ty Simpson & the Backup QB Debate

The discussion turns to Ty Simpson as a potential second-round pick, with the Eagles seen as a likely landing spot for a developmental quarterback to learn behind Hurts.

20:00
10 min

Fernando Mendoza: The Franchise QB in Shorts?

This may be the best I've ever seen a quarterback look in shorts and a t-shirt. It's like a superhero.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

Team Needs & Draft Strategy

Analysis of the Giants, Dolphins, Jets, and Raiders as teams with capital and needs, with debates over trade-ups, trade-downs, and quarterback development timelines.

High-Impact Quotes
This may be the best I've ever seen a quarterback look in shorts and a t-shirt. It's like a superhero.
Colin Cowherd29:17
Viral: 90.0
To me, it's remarkable. Kevin Durant gets banged up. Kawhi Leonard gets banged up. Damian Lillard got old very fast. Somehow LeBron just stays healthy.
Colin Cowherd27:16
Viral: 85.0
The Raiders will be pretty good next. The feeling is his comp is Matt Ryan. He is bigger, thicker, better arm, stronger than Matt Ryan.
Colin Cowherd42:19
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Host

Colin Cowherd

Guest

Lance Zerline
Topics Discussed
NFL Draft 202695%Jalen Hurts Controversy90%Quarterback Development85%Team Draft Strategy80%Player Health & Longevity75%Pro Day Performances70%Locker Room Dynamics65%Trade Strategy60%
People & Brands

Jalen Hurts

person

18xMixed

Fernando Mendoza

person

15xNeutral

Philadelphia Eagles

organization

12xMixed

Colin Cowherd

person

12xPositive

Lance Zerline

person

8xPositive

Ty Simpson

person

7xPositive

LeBron James

person

6xPositive

Steph Curry

person

5xPositive

C.J. Stroud

person

4xNeutral

Giants

organization

4xNeutral

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