The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Chiefs need a reboot, the Bears are for real, the problem with the College Football Playoff
Dec 8, 2025
The Kansas City Chiefs are in turmoil, needing a major reboot after a string of losses and issues, including Travis Kelce's struggles. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears' impressive second-half play signals they might be a legitimate contender despite a recent close loss. The College Football Playoff is in focus, with a critique on the exclusion of Notre Dame and calls for stronger governance and uniformity in college football. Colin also highlights the Buffalo Bills' reliance on Josh Allen amid their defensive issues.
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How Dynasties Quietly Decay
- Colin Cowherd argues dynasties fade as teams win close games and then lose close games over time.
- He says Kansas City's roster thinness from paying a superstar and low draft slots forces a rebuild.
Third-Downs Reveal Team Truths
- Colin highlights third-down efficiency as a revealing metric of team health and coaching.
- He notes Kansas City's 35% third-down conversion rate shows systemic decline.
Bears' Lambeau Loss As Validation
- Colin says the Bears' performance at Lambeau was a genuine barometer, despite the loss.
- He emphasizes Chicago dominated the second half and can control its own destiny.