The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - Arch Manning STRUGGLES vs. Ohio State, Miami & ND Are Playoff Teams, Week 1 NFL Lines, Micah Parsons Trade, DeBoer Too “Chill” For SEC?
Sep 2, 2025
Colin welcomes John Middlekauff, host of the "3 and Out" podcast and football analyst, to discuss the latest in college and NFL football. They analyze Arch Manning's rocky start against Ohio State, raising eyebrows with his arm strength. The pair highlight Miami and Notre Dame as potential playoff contenders. They also debate the surprising Florida State victory over Alabama and whether Kalen DeBoer’s relaxed coaching can thrive in the SEC. The conversation wraps up with insights on Micah Parsons' trade and the intriguing betting lines for Week 1 in the NFL.
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Arch Manning's Mechanical Red Flags
- Arch Manning showed concerning mechanical and arm-strength issues in his Texas debut that go beyond nerves.
- Scouts saw a wobbly ball and missed easy throws suggesting he may be an above-average college QB but not an elite NFL arm.
Scout's Instant Read On Prospects
- John Middlekauff recalled seeing prospects like Caleb Williams and knowing their quality instantly from practice.
- He contrasted that immediate feel to Arch Manning, whose high school tape and arm didn't scream 'generational' to him.
Miami And Notre Dame Look Playoff-Ready
- Miami and Notre Dame both looked like top-10, playoff-level teams in their matchup, especially in the second half.
- Miami's defense and Notre Dame's run-focused offense both showed traits that can carry them deep into the season.