THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Cowboys Are Overrated, Fernando Mendoza Should Start Week 1
Summary
Colin Cowherd and Rachel Nichols analyze an Athletic profile on the Dallas Cowboys, criticizing Jerry Jones’ management style and contract decisions. Cowherd argues for starting rookie QB Fernando Mendoza immediately, dismissing the plan to bench him behind Kirk Cousins. The duo also discusses the Chargers’ offensive potential with Justin Herbert and Mike McDaniel, the Eagles’ new scheme under Jalen Hurts, and the Patriots’ acquisition of A.J. Brown. Finally, they examine the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation, noting Deshaun Watson’s start over Shedeur Sanders and the implications for…
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Dallas Cowboys dysfunction and Jerry Jones
Raiders QB debate: Mendoza vs Cousins
Chargers outlook with Herbert and McDaniels
Eagles: Jalen Hurts and new offense
Patriots: Drake Maye and AJ Brown
NFL Top 100: McCaffrey and Gibbs
Browns QB race: Watson vs. Shadorth
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