The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Sep 11, 2025
Joined by Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion, they dive into the dynamics of upcoming NFL matchups. Brady shares his insights on the Eagles vs. Chiefs rematch, emphasizing the emotional intensity and mastery needed for quarterback success. They also discuss the Packers’ underrated status in the NFC and analyze rookie Caleb Williams' challenging start. Furthermore, they touch on the importance of strategic decision-making in protecting star athletes for lasting success. Expect thrilling predictions ahead of thrilling games!
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Packers' Drafting Built Sustainable Edge
- Colin Cowherd argues the Green Bay Packers are the NFC's most underrated team due to sustained draft success and young offensive talent on rookie deals.
- He highlights Green Bay's long-term winning percentage, points per game, and continuity at quarterback as competitive advantages.
Draft Hits Prevent Brittleness
- Cowherd links team resilience to successful drafting and minimal early draft misses.
- He contrasts that with the 49ers' recent high-profile draft misses and resulting brittleness when injuries hit.
Caleb Williams' Early Operational Warnings
- Cowherd outlines Caleb Williams' early struggles: excessive overthrows, high operational penalties, and sack frequency mirroring a past failed QB (Mitch Trubisky).
- He cautions that raw arm talent hasn't translated into clean, consistent NFL QB operations yet.