The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hour 1 - Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson
Aug 4, 2025
Caleb Williams faces intense pressure at training camp under new coach Ben Johnson, sparking discussions about young quarterbacks' challenges. Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions might have reasons for concern this season. The Washington Commanders are navigating contract negotiations while aiming to keep star receiver Terry McLaurin happy. The complexities of coaching dynamics and their impact on quarterback performance provide deeper insights into upcoming strategies in the NFL.
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Young QB Camp Performance Matters
- Young quarterbacks' camp performance heavily impacts both their confidence and coaching staff trust.
- Caleb Williams' accuracy and moodiness concerns are evident, affecting his and staff's confidence.
Lions Choosing Comfort Risks Chaos
- The Detroit Lions' loss of two coordinators led them to value comfort over top candidates for replacements.
- This choice may cause disorganization and scheme struggles for the team as observed in their sloppy preseason game.
Contract Holdouts Are Not Equal
- Not all NFL contract holdouts deserve equal sympathy or pay.
- Terry McLaurin is underpaid and outperformed his contract; Micah Parsons is paid appropriately as a high first-round pick.