The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
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Sep 23, 2025 
Justin Herbert, the talented quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, shares insights on the team's strong 3-0 start and his approach to recovery after tough hits, while discussing his dynamic relationship with coach Jim Harbaugh. Greg Olsen, a former NFL tight end and now Fox Sports analyst, provides analysis on coaching strategies, quarterback development, and the identity of teams like the Bears under new leadership. Their engaging conversation dives into crucial moments that define success in the NFL.
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Quick-Strike Offense Can Hurt Teams
- Colin Cowherd argues the Ravens' offense scores so quickly it exposes a weak defense by sending it back on the field too often.
- He concludes that Baltimore's current defensive flaws make them unlikely Super Bowl contenders without major fixes.
Fix Defense Before The Deadline
- Address glaring defensive weaknesses before the trade deadline or make a major move to fix them.
- Do not assume pass rusher returns alone will solve systemic run- and red-zone problems.
NFC Has Better Roster Value Now
- Cowherd suggests the NFC now has better roster value because many NFC quarterbacks are on team-friendly deals.
- He argues the AFC houses more elite but expensive quarterbacks, making AFC rosters thinner.