The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - INSTANT REACTION to Bengals-Broncos & Jets-Dolphins; Sean Payton & Bo Nix dominate
Sep 30, 2025
Colin Cowherd dives into the Denver Broncos' surprising win against the Cincinnati Bengals, debating their playoff potential. He highlights the promising Sean Payton-Bo Nix combo and explores how it might reshape Denver's future. The Miami Dolphins' struggles and Tua's limitations are also on the table, alongside the disorganized Jets and their pressing need for a rebuild. Colin predicts which teams might be in the quarterback market come the 2026 draft, questioning ownership and coaching impacts on success.
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Payton's Offense Requires Precision
- Sean Payton's offense demands a smart, intense quarterback who makes quick, on-target throws to moving receivers.
- Bo Nix displayed those traits with accuracy and timing, elevating Denver's passing attack beyond simple short throws.
Bo Nix Is A Throw-First Quarterback
- Bo Nix throws aggressively downfield and rebounds quickly from mistakes, a trait Cowherd compares to Andrew Luck and other top passers.
- That aggression plus improved arm strength makes Nix a genuine NFL-caliber starter in Denver's system.
Denver's Roster Projects As Elite
- Colin Cowherd ranks Denver's roster among the league's top groups, comparable to elite teams like Kansas City and Buffalo.
- He sees fewer weaknesses in personnel than in pass rush consistency, but still views Denver as a long-term contender.