The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Dec 26, 2025
Colin Cowherd defends the Broncos' impressive 13-3 season despite their narrow wins, while lauding players like Bo Nix. He shares his intriguing Blazing 5 NFL picks, assessing matchups like Texans vs. Chargers and Eagles vs. Bills. NFL reporter Albert Breer joins to discuss tensions between Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, as well as Detroit's future after missing the playoffs. The conversation shifts to coaching impacts, with insights into Dan Campbell's role and the ongoing search for the Lions' next steps.
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Winning Trumps Style In The Regular Season
- Colin Cowherd argues winning close, road, division games matters more than style points in playoff seeding.
- He uses Denver's 13-3 record and Arrowhead win to show effectiveness over aesthetics.
Countering Early Draft Criticism
- Colin recounts critiques of R.J. Harvey and Bo Nix being wrong and praises Sean Payton's decisions.
- He cites Harvey's touchdown production and Nix's early pro success as validation.
Coordinators Define Offensive Identity
- Colin says losing a brilliant offensive coordinator can collapse a team's offensive identity.
- He compares Detroit post-Ben Johnson to past teams that fell after schematics departed.