The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Lions bounce back, Cowboys have a problem with George Pickens, why you don't want athletes trending
Dec 5, 2025
A thrilling Thursday Night Football review highlights the Lions' comeback against the Cowboys, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Colin dissects Richard Sherman’s critique of George Pickens’ lackluster performance, raising questions about athlete trends and their implications. The discussion extends to the Cowboys' ongoing roster dilemmas, especially concerning personnel commitment. Lastly, Colin touches on LeBron's playmaking legacy and previews exciting weekend matchups, igniting anticipation for the next round of NFL action.
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Lions Resurgent With High-Yardage Offense
- Colin Cowherd argues the Detroit Lions rediscovered their high-octane offense and look like the Ben Johnson-era Lions.
- Their roster construction and offensive balance make them a legitimate playoff threat when they click.
Cowboys O-Line Exposed In Pass Protection
- Colin says the Cowboys' offensive line is better at run blocking than pass protection and got exposed without Tyler Guyton.
- High pressure on Dak Prescott correlated with losses; pass rush is a critical team need.
Use Top Picks To Fix Line And Edge
- Colin recommends Dallas use its two first-round picks on offensive tackle and edge rusher upgrades.
- Solve either weakness and they can materially improve pass protection and rush generation.