The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - Reaction to Sam Darnold & Seahawks DOMINATING Commanders on SNF + NFL Week 9
Nov 3, 2025
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the action-packed Week 9 in the NFL. He reacts to Jayden Daniels' injury during the Seahawks' dominant win over the Commanders and praises Seattle's GM John Schneider for building a top-tier roster. John analyzes Sam Darnold's resurgence, the Bills' key victory over the Chiefs, and the Vikings' impressive defensive performance. He also discusses Caleb Williams' standout plays, the Bears' struggles, and a compelling college football slate, highlighting Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham as a coaching candidate to watch.
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Quarterback Success Depends On Context
- Sam Darnold's revival shows how much context and coaching matter for quarterbacks.
- Good organizations and coordinators can radically change a QB's career trajectory.
Starters Rarely Sit, Raising Injury Risk
- Football rarely pulls starters in blowouts, which increases injury risk.
- Middlekauff views leaving Jaden Daniels in as typical but avoidable practice needing change.
Prioritize Defensive Speed In The Draft
- Build defenses through drafting and mid-round value instead of hoping offense fixes everything.
- Target pass rushers early and invest second-round capital on defensive speed and physicality.