The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - The start of the NFL season, the Cowboys played well despite losing, the Eagles have some problems
Sep 5, 2025
The NFL season kicks off with thrilling dynamics as the Cowboys put forth a strong performance despite their loss to the Eagles. Key players like Dak Prescott shine, but the Eagles face concerns, especially after Jalen Carter's controversial actions. The impact of injuries on team strategies is explored, along with emotional intelligence's role in leadership. Anticipation builds for exciting matchups ahead, including a showdown between the Bills and Ravens, while the Chiefs navigate their own challenges.
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Encouraging Cowboys Performance
- Colin Cowherd argues the Cowboys' loss felt encouraging because Dallas matched Philadelphia in many metrics and showed strong discipline.
- He highlights Dak Prescott's performance and the offensive line's stability as reasons for optimism.
Eagles' Drama Versus Hurts' Leadership
- Colin says the Eagles self-inflicted chaos with penalties and emotional breakdowns in the first half.
- He credits Jalen Hurts' stoicism and halftime adjustments for pulling Philadelphia through.
Receiver Drama Can Derail Teams
- Colin warns that wide receiver drama can destabilize great teams and cites A.J. Brown's limited use as alarming.
- He points out the significance of when top receivers are targeted, not just their talent.