The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Steelers path to another winning season, this might be what the Chiefs need
Dec 16, 2025
Colin Cowherd dives deep into the Pittsburgh Steelers, questioning if their path to mediocrity might actually hinder true championship aspirations. He argues that the Kansas City Chiefs might benefit more from a complete rebuild than simply retooling. Also on the agenda are Caleb Williams' impressive early career stats paired with concerns over his accuracy, and a discussion about George Pickens' attitude issues affecting team dynamics. Catch insights on Denver's surprising performance and a preview of the upcoming Lions vs. Steelers matchup.
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Winning Record Can Conceal Rot
- The Steelers' short-term comfort with a stopgap quarterback masks deeper roster decay and aging stars.
- Colin Cowherd argues sustained mediocrity (winning records without playoff success) can hinder true rebuilds.
Prioritize Championship Benchmarks
- Prioritize championship-level goals over mere winning records like division titles and Super Bowls.
- Cowherd recommends teams chase playoff and title milestones, not just above-.500 seasons.
Missing Playoffs Forces Honest Rebuilds
- Missing the playoffs can force elite franchises to rebuild rather than retool incremental fixes.
- Cowherd says Kansas City should 'take the boat back to port' and rebuild around Mahomes' future timeline.