The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs are struggling, more on The Tush Push, the Packers look great so far, Greg Cosell
Sep 18, 2025
Greg Cosell, a veteran NFL Films analyst known for his deep insights into game film, joins the conversation to dissect Patrick Mahomes' early-season woes and the Kansas City Chiefs' lackluster performance. He explores the tactical genius behind the Eagles' 'tush push' and its broader implications. Cosell also shines a light on the impressive start of the Green Bay Packers, highlighting Jordan Love's development and creative play designs by Matt LaFleur. Tune in for a rich breakdown of quarterback dynamics and NFL strategies.
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Premature Movement Reveals QB Inexperience
- Young quarterbacks often move prematurely under NFL pressure because they can't yet distinguish real from false pressure.
- Greg Cosell says this tendency exposes their mechanical and decision-making flaws on film.
Fix Footwork Before Asking For Volume
- J.J. McCarthy needs substantial time to refine footwork and drops before he becomes reliably NFL-ready.
- Cosell emphasizes reworking fundamentals and managing his workload with team support.
Tua Is A Timing-Dependent Quarterback
- Tua Tagovailoa is a narrow, timing-and-rhythm quarterback who excels in-window accuracy.
- Cosell warns his effectiveness depends entirely on structure, protection, and a foundation run game.