

Best of The Herd
Aug 8, 2025
Josh Pate, a college football analyst and YouTube host, shares his expert insights on the pressures surrounding Arch Manning, emphasizing the weight of his lineage and public scrutiny. He discusses why Manning might choose to stay at Texas beyond this season instead of jumping to the NFL. Additionally, Josh analyzes the shifting dynamics of college football teams like Texas and USC, highlighting the critical nature of upcoming games as programs strive for improvement and championship aspirations.
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Avoid Launching A Player Podcast Prematurely
- Avoid launching a public podcast at a young player's stage; opinions can feel undeveloped.
- Wait until experience and perspective broaden before offering public takes.
Parsons Isn't Becoming A True Free Agent
- The Cowboys can franchise-tag Parsons and retain control beyond this season.
- He will realistically remain a Dallas Cowboy unless Dallas trades him or agrees to an extension.
Cowboys History Predicts A Payday
- Jerry Jones has a pattern of eventually paying star players after standoffs.
- Expect negotiation drama to end with a lucrative deal for Parsons.