The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Nov 28, 2025
Mark Dominik, former GM of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, joins Doug Gottlieb to dissect NFL drama. They dive into the Cowboys' recent successes and discuss Jerry Jones's savvy leadership. Dominik breaks down the Chiefs' struggles due to offensive line injuries and tackles issues with Lamar Jackson's game. He also critiques Shedeur Sanders' early performance while emphasizing the importance of patience in assessing young quarterbacks. The episode wraps with insights on Joe Burrow's commitment and its impact on the Bengals.
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Cowboys' Midseason Turnaround
- The Cowboys flipped a season that looked doomed into legitimate contention by stabilizing their offense and prioritizing run defense.
- Doug Gottlieb argues the Dak Prescott extension, consistent offensive staff, and targeted roster moves made them far better than expected.
Playing Shows Leadership
- Joe Burrow playing while only mathematically alive signals leadership rather than heroics.
- Doug Gottlieb says showing up when it's not convenient is what true leadership looks like for a quarterback.
Prioritize Availability Over Occasional Heroics
- Do value availability and daily presence as core leadership responsibilities for quarterbacks.
- Doug Gottlieb compares QB duty to show-up responsibilities in other professions to stress consistent commitment.