The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Tyler Dunne Stops By
Sep 8, 2025
Tyler Dunne, an NFL writer and founder of GoLongTD.com, brings his expertise to the discussion. He sheds light on the chaotic dynamics within the Chicago Bears, particularly the friction between quarterback Caleb Williams and head coach Matt Eberflus. The conversation also touches on the emerging quarterback rivalries, with a focus on Justin Fields, and the implications of these ongoing battles. Additionally, Dunne provides insights into the Bears’ internal struggles as they prepare for a critical game against the Vikings.
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Organization Bent To Recruit Caleb Williams
- The Bears actively recruited Caleb Williams and reshaped their offense around him early in OTAs and camp.
- That early tailoring reduced coach authority and created accountability gaps later in the season.
Coaches Describe Caleb Walking Away
- Coaches said Caleb Williams showed entitlement and turned his back on coaching or questions in meetings.
- Examples include him walking away during instruction and ignoring direct questions from coaches.
Draft Process Lacked Serious Debate
- Ryan Poles and the Bears effectively ran a one-player draft process focused on Caleb Williams.
- Scouts described the selection as a rigged process that skipped serious debate of other quarterbacks.