The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of the week on The Herd
Dec 20, 2025
Nick Wright, a sports television personality known for his sharp analysis on NFL topics, joins the discussion. They dive into the surprising rise of the Chicago Bears and the decline of the Green Bay Packers in the rankings. Nick debates the future of the Kansas City Chiefs, arguing they might just need a few tweaks to stay Super Bowl contenders. Colin offers humorous apology letters to past critics and analyzes the standout performances of players like Bo Nix and C.J. Stroud, sparking intrigue about this season's playoff contenders.
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Chiefs Need More Than Tweaks
- Colin called the Chiefs a rebuild, citing salary-cap issues and roster holes beyond a tweak.
- He argues the team needs meaningful upgrades on the O-line, D-line, RB room, and tight ends.
Herd Hierarchy Drives Rankings
- Colin ranks the top 10 NFL teams and explains why he dropped the Packers completely from his list.
- He emphasizes roster construction, situational trust in quarterbacks, and recent performance as ranking drivers.
Bears Built For Playoffs
- Colin argues the Chicago Bears are built for January with a dominant run game and strong O-line.
- He sees Caleb Williams' playmaking as a high upside factor despite completion concerns.