The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Patrick Mahomes TEARS ACL, Chiefs dynasty OVER? Broncos to Super Bowl? + Micah Parsons injury | Nick Wright
Dec 17, 2025
In a nail-biting recap of the NFL’s latest chaos, a serious ACL injury sidelines Patrick Mahomes, leaving the Chiefs' future in question. Nick delves into Joe Burrow's frustrations in Cincinnati and his potential exit, while also evaluating Micah Parsons’ injury impacts on the Packers’ Super Bowl ambitions. The Broncos rise with Bo Nix at the helm creates playoff intrigue, and the Bills' stunning comeback against the Patriots has fans excited. Join Nick as he dissects the shifting landscape of the AFC and answers listener questions.
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A Career Demarcation For Mahomes
- The Chiefs' season collapse and Mahomes' ACL/LCL tear creates a clear before-and-after chapter in his career.
- Nick Wright stresses this is pro football and such devastation, while personal, is part of the sport's cost.
Seven-Year Dynasty In Historical Context
- The Chiefs' seven-year run ranks with the greatest dynasties in NFL history.
- Their recent decline reflects late draft misses, injuries, and lack of receiver development rather than a sudden fall from greatness.
Lean On Precision During Recovery
- Expect Mahomes to focus on precision and pocket passing if athleticism is limited early in recovery.
- Nick Wright bets Mahomes will be back by Week 1 next season with disciplined rehab and elite work ethic.