The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - The Dodgers are in trouble, big market teams, J.J McCarthy
Sep 24, 2025
The struggles of the Los Angeles Dodgers bring into question the belief that big spending guarantees success. Meanwhile, the underdog Mariners show promise for a World Series run. Colin shares insights into the Vikings' QB dilemma, weighing the need for immediate wins against developing talent like J.J. McCarthy. He also dissects the early NFL season, highlighting Jared Goff's hot start and Baker Mayfield's unexpected resurgence, while urging teams to assess their needs ahead of the trade deadline.
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Payroll Isn't A Guarantee
- Colin Cowherd argues that large payrolls don't guarantee championships and injuries/health matter more.
- He highlights the Dodgers' bullpen issues despite top payroll as proof money can't buy everything.
Bullpen Determines Postseason Fate
- Cowherd emphasizes you can't win a World Series with an awful bullpen.
- He uses the Dodgers' blown leads and injuries to show roster flaws matter more than payroll.
Start Who Wins Today
- Start the quarterback who gives you the best chance to win this Sunday.
- Prioritize immediate wins over long-term development when the team must win now.