The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Caleb Williams looked impressive, Dillion Gabriel didn't mean what some people think, the Cowboys look bad
Aug 18, 2025
John Middlecoff, an insightful NFL analyst, joins to discuss Caleb Williams' standout preseason performance and its implications for the Bears and young quarterbacks. They address misconceptions surrounding Dillion Gabriel's comments and their impact on players like Shedeur Sanders. The conversation takes a critical turn as they dissect the struggling Dallas Cowboys and their poor preseason preparation. With so much on the line, Middlecoff shares his thoughts on team dynamics and the evolving landscape of both college football and the NFL.
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Caleb's Growth Shows Coaching Tradeoff
- Caleb Williams showed disciplined, on-time decision-making in preseason that reduced negative plays.
- Colin Cowherd thinks Ben Johnson must balance structure with letting Caleb's playmaking breathe.
Prioritize On-Time Throws
- Avoid negative plays by getting rid of the ball on time and on schedule.
- Ben Johnson's system expects quarterbacks to exit plays rather than extend them into sacks or turnovers.
Media Blew Up Gabriel's Comment
- Dillion Gabriel's comment about entertainers vs. competitors was aimed at media and conversation, not a shot at Shedeur Sanders.
- Cowherd argues the story was blown up by click-driven coverage, ironically proving Gabriel's point.