The Herd with Colin Cowherd

THE HERD - Hour 1 - Caleb Williams has transformed, Bill Belichick should not coach the Giants, ranking the best NFL QBs

Nov 12, 2025
Colin Cowherd dives into Caleb Williams' transformation into an elite quarterback under coach Ben Johnson. He discusses the unsuitable fit of Bill Belichick for the Giants and evaluates which young quarterbacks should receive massive contract extensions. The conversation touches on the value of versatile players versus specialists in football. Colin also examines the performance of quarterbacks under 25, emphasizing the importance of durability and clutch play.
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INSIGHT

Masonry Beats Flash For QB Growth

  • Caleb Williams improved mainly by fixing fundamentals around him rather than changing his playstyle.
  • Ben Johnson's focus on interior line upgrades and eliminating negative plays boosted Williams' efficiency.
INSIGHT

Efficiency Enables Play-Action Success

  • Eliminating negative plays (sacks, pre-snap penalties) lets teams establish the run and use play-action effectively.
  • Efficiency and stability in fundamentals translate to more sustainable quarterback success.
ANECDOTE

GM Warning On Micah Parsons' Versatility

  • Colin recounts a GM telling him Micah Parsons may be moved because he's not versatile despite elite athleticism.
  • He compares Micah to Tyreek Hill: elite at one thing but limited in other roles.
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