
Colin Cowherd discusses how first impressions in sports deeply impact public perception, citing Sam Darnold's early struggles with the Jets, including the infamous 'seeing ghosts' comment. He contrasts this with how players and coaches evaluated Darnold, especially after his successful stint with the Panthers and later with the Seahawks, where he became a winningest quarterback. Cowherd argues that while fans may quickly bail based on initial failures, the inside perspective on talent and performance is different.