The Herd with Colin Cowherd The Herd - HOUR 1 - Steelers deserve praise, Chicago offense is electric
Dec 22, 2025
A thrilling weekend in the NFL has Colin buzzing! He praises Mike Tomlin's coaching, highlighting the Steelers' impressive play. The Chicago Bears get a much-needed boost from Ben Johnson, transforming their offense around Caleb Williams. Discussion shifts to the rise of young quarterbacks as playoff contenders, with Trevor Lawrence's growth leading the Jaguars' resurgence. Colin critiques Dallas for underinvesting in coaching, and he expresses concern over player durability, such as J.J. McCarthy's injury history.
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Rodgers Smooths A Dysfunctional Offense
- Colin Cowherd says Aaron Rodgers has become lubrication for Pittsburgh's offense, fixing mistakes and speeding decisions.
- Rodgers' fastest release and veteran savvy reduce negative plays and keep the offense efficient.
Coaching Catalyzed Chicago's Revival
- Colin attributes Chicago's turnaround mainly to hiring Ben Johnson and the coaching culture he brought.
- Coaching discipline and clarity quickly turned Caleb Williams and the Bears into a fourth-quarter force.
Spend On Coaching To Flip Teams Fast
- Do invest in coaching and a coherent staff to change a team's trajectory within weeks.
- Build identity, install fundamentals, and exploit small advantages to convert close games.