
The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - Baker Wins EPIC Shootout Over Darnold, Eagles FLOP In 2nd Half, Lose To Broncos, Dak In MVP Contention? Colts A Contender
Oct 6, 2025
John Middlekauff, a former NFL scout and host of the '3 and Out' podcast, joins to dissect the thrilling NFL action. They delve into Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold's impressive showdown, highlighting the bright futures of both quarterbacks. Colin critiques the Eagles' troubling second-half performance against the Broncos. The conversation shifts to Dak Prescott's burgeoning MVP candidacy following a dominant Cowboys victory over the Jets. They also discuss the Colts as potential AFC contenders and Spencer Rattler's future with the Saints.
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Resurgence Of Two Quarterbacks
- Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold both resurrected their careers and delivered an elite offensive shootout in Tampa-Seattle.
- Colin and John see both quarterbacks and their young supporting rosters as legitimate contenders in the NFC.
Overachieving Rookie Receivers
- Emeka Egbuka and Jaxon Smith-Njigba stood out as high-effort, technically sound rookie receivers.
- Colin and John highlight receivers who compensate for average athleticism with elite route running and competitiveness.
Coaching Wins High-Scoring Games
- Defensive coordinators still matter even in an offense-heavy era, and well-timed play-calls can decide games.
- Todd Bowles' blitz call late in the Tampa-Seattle game exemplified coaching impact on outcomes.

