The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast Prime Cuts - NFL Wild Card Round Preview, Top NFL Head Coaches, Lamar Jackson’s Decline
Jan 10, 2026
Danny Parkins, a sharp NFL analyst from FS1, and John Middlekauff, a former NFL evaluator, dive into the Wild Card weekend, revealing intriguing matchups. They dissect the potential upset with the Jaguars against the Bills and ponder the effects of bye weeks on the Broncos. Lamar Jackson’s future is also on the table, with discussions about his durability and team prospects. Additionally, they rank top NFL head coaches, sharing insights on McVay and Shanahan's tactical brilliance. It's a must-listen for any football fan!
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Jaguars Exploit Buffalo's Slow Starts
- Jacksonville is a better early‑starting matchup for Buffalo because Buffalo often trails early and struggles to start fast.
- Colin argues Jags' scripted offense and home crowd create a tough road environment for Buffalo's slow starts.
Cold And Altitude Give Denver Edge
- Denver's bye and home cold/altitude can be an underrated advantage in playoff matchups against warm‑weather teams.
- Colin says wind, cold, and altitude can be worth a couple points and change outcomes versus Chargers/Jags/Texans.
49ers' Depth Issues vs. Eagles
- San Francisco's injuries and inability to generate consistent pressure make them vulnerable to Philadelphia's athletic offense.
- Colin and Danny say the 49ers lack depth and could struggle east against a talented Eagles team.