The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Thoughts on the Cowboys documentary, Aaron Rodgers not playing in the preseason
Aug 20, 2025
The drama between Micah Parsons and Jerry Jones reveals a tense contract situation for the Cowboys. A new documentary hints that the team's glory days feel distant. Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers' decision to skip preseason raises questions about his readiness for the Steelers. The dynamics of younger quarterbacks becoming pivotal and the evolving strategies of teams highlight the challenges ahead. Insights into the financial aspects of player contracts underscore their professional value in the competitive NFL landscape.
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Cowboys' Golden Era Story
- Colin watched the Jerry Jones Cowboys Netflix special and took notes on the franchise's past decisiveness and charisma.
- He contrasts young Jerry's aggressive moves with today's Cowboys who feel reactive and identity-less.
Eagles Are Today’s Decisive Franchise
- Colin argues the modern Philadelphia Eagles embody the decisiveness the Cowboys once had under Jerry Jones and Jimmy Johnson.
- He says Philadelphia now proactively makes bold moves, while Dallas reacts and gets bogged down in contract sagas.
Resolve Star Contracts Quickly
- Do either sign Micah Parsons early or trade him to get maximum value instead of letting contract talks fester.
- Colin warns dragging negotiations risks losing leverage and talent or costly distractions.