The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Dec 5, 2025
Dave Wannstedt, former NFL head coach and seasoned football analyst, joins to dissect the Bears' surprising rise in the NFC. He praises offensive coordinator Ben Johnson's innovative schemes and the development of rookie QB Caleb Williams. They also tackle the challenges facing Pittsburgh's aging roster and the pitfalls of free agency, emphasizing the importance of character in player selection. Additionally, Wannstedt reflects on coaching decisions and shares memories from a notable Bears playoff victory.
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Lions' Offense Reemerges Under Campbell
- The Detroit Lions regained Ben Johnson-style offensive explosiveness under Dan Campbell's play-calling intervention.
- Their roster construction and versatile skill players make them a legitimate high-ceiling playoff threat.
Cowboys O-Line Is Run-Biased
- Dallas's offensive line excels at run blocking but has shown serious pass-protection weaknesses when shorthanded.
- Dak Prescott faces heavy pressure this year, explaining big discrepancies between his wins and losses.
Reliability Trumps Flash For Payday
- George Pickens' recent disengagement raises red flags about reliability in big moments for a high-pay candidate.
- Colin contrasts circumstance-dependent stars with players like Dak who 'always deliver.'