The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - Reaction to JJ McCarthy & Vikings LOSING to Falcons on SNF, Eagles DEFEAT Chiefs
Sep 15, 2025
Dive into the chaos of the NFL as teams scramble after unexpected losses. J.J. McCarthy's struggles raise questions about his future as a starter. The Bears face mounting pressure while the Cowboys shine against the Giants. Joe Burrow's turf toe injury brings uncertainty for the Bengals. Meanwhile, the Eagles emerge victorious over the Chiefs in a thrilling rematch. Discussions also highlight the evolving relevance of preseason college football rankings as the landscape of the sport shifts dramatically.
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Hit Your Progressions Under Pressure
- Complete high-percentage throws in NFL passing situations, especially third-and-long, to stay competitive.
- Quarterbacks must consistently hit progressions and make throws when protection appears to avoid collapse.
Quarterback Play Is Nonnegotiable Now
- Middlekauff stresses modern NFL teams cannot succeed with poor quarterback play even with elite defenses.
- He compares past eras where defense-first teams could win to today's quarterback-driven game.
Bears' Missteps Hurt New Coach
- Middlekauff recounts the Bears' organizational failures and Ryan Poles' poor drafting record and extension.
- He links Ben Johnson's struggles with Caleb Williams to front-office mistakes and mismatched coaching style.