The Colin Cowherd Podcast What’s Wright - Best Of - Baker Mayfield MVP SEASON? Mahomes & Chiefs DYNASTY ON THE LINE?
Sep 21, 2025
Baker Mayfield shines with a thrilling game-winning drive, sparking MVP discussions as the Buccaneers compete for the NFC's top spot. Meanwhile, the Chargers, led by Justin Herbert, showcase their potential with a strong start to the season. The spotlight shifts to the struggling Chiefs, who face possible jeopardy in the AFC West after their disappointing 0-2 start. Tensions rise as they gear up for a critical clash against the Giants that could determine their trajectory for the remainder of the season.
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Baker’s Redemption Drive
- Nick Wright recounts Baker Mayfield driving the Bucs to late game wins and producer Daniel texting about auto-bets when Baker got the ball back down five.
- He highlights Baker's escape on fourth-and-10, trash-talk exchange with Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, and celebrates Baker proving doubters wrong after Cleveland moved on from him.
Two-Point Calls Alter Endgame Fate
- The two-point conversion decision dramatically changed the endgame calculus and handed Baker more opportunity.
- Small situational plays like that can flip a game's strategy and outcome in the final minutes.
Drafted First, Discarded, Then Vindicated
- Wright reminds listeners Cleveland drafted Baker first overall and later discarded him despite early playoff success.
- He frames Baker’s resurgence in Tampa Bay as vindication against that decision and media criticism.