The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Where Colin was right and wrong, the Bears success with Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson, Matt Hasselbeck
Nov 17, 2025
Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck joins to discuss the impressive progression of Caleb Williams and the coaching prowess of Ben Johnson leading the Chicago Bears. They analyze the Bears' newfound identity and success, alongside the unexpected loss of the Chiefs to the Broncos. Hasselbeck breaks down Bo Nix's clutch final drive and explores the impact of wrist injuries on veteran quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers. The conversation dives into whether the Eagles can secure a Super Bowl with their current strengths and weaknesses.
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Ben Johnson-Defined Bears Identity
- Ben Johnson has imposed a clear identity on the Chicago Bears centered on the run game and interior offensive line play.
- Colin Cowherd argues that this coaching identity, more than Caleb Williams, defines the Bears' current success.
Match Young QBs With Young Coaches
- Young quarterbacks often develop better under young offensive coaches who can grow with them.
- Colin highlights examples like Ben Johnson with Caleb and McVay with young Jared Goff as models to follow.
Leaguewide Improvement Hurts Chiefs
- Matt Hasselbeck credits improving rosters and turnover margin for the Chiefs' struggles, not just injuries.
- He also notes that opponents like Denver and Bo Nix have simply become better competition.