The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - The Most Underrated Team in the NFC, Optimism for Caleb Williams
Sep 11, 2025
Dianna Russini, Senior NFL Insider for The Athletic, brings her expertise to the discussion, diving into the potential of underrated NFL teams and the exciting prospects of Caleb Williams. They analyze the injury woes plaguing the 49ers and the implications of starting Mac Jones at QB. The conversation touches on the historical strengths of the Green Bay Packers and their draft strategies, as well as the dynamics within the NFC North. Tune in for insights on team strategies and upcoming matchups!
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Packers' Drafting Built Sustained Edge
- Colin argues the Green Bay Packers are the NFL's model franchise thanks to excellent drafting and reclamation at QB.
- He sees Packers, Rams defense, and Eagles as top NFC teams because they nailed the draft and have young, fast talent.
Injuries Expose Drafting Gaps
- Colin predicted San Francisco could finish third due to organizational brittleness and missed draft picks.
- He points to recent injuries (Brock Purdy out) as validation of that concern.
Caleb Williams' Operational Concerns
- Colin is cautious about Caleb Williams after a rough second half and operational mistakes in Week 1.
- He highlights overthrows, pre-snap/penalty issues, and rookie operational struggles as red flags.