
The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - Bears Built For The COLD, NFL Playoffs Are WIDE OPEN, Lamar Jackson’s Future, Ranking Top NFL Coaches
Jan 8, 2026
Colin is joined by Danny Parkins, a sports talk host on FS1. They kick off discussing how bad weather may advantage the Bears with their strong running game and Caleb Williams' impressive arm. The duo highlights the unpredictability of the NFL playoffs and why many teams have a shot at the title. They delve into the future of Lamar Jackson as his performance evolves and explore coaching strategies, praising rising star Ben Johnson and debating the best candidates for head coach positions across the league.
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Fan Thrill Despite Miserable Weather
- Danny Parkins recounts being excited to attend a cold Bears playoff game despite miserable conditions.
- He prefers snow over rain and values the live experience behind the Bears bench.
Cold Weather Helps Certain Offenses
- Bad weather can favor run-first teams and mobile quarterbacks like Caleb Williams.
- Colin says Chicago's run game, line, and Caleb's arm/escape ability make the Bears built for cold games.
Limit Big QB Contracts; Draft Frequently
- Pay big money to quarterbacks only rarely and restructure contracts often.
- Colin recommends drafting a quarterback every other year and constantly restructuring deals to manage cap risk.
