The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Rams-Seahawks BATTLE for 1 seed, Lamar’s LAST SHOT, Jaguars SUPER BOWL caliber? | Nick Wright NFL
Dec 19, 2025
The intense battle for the No. 1 seed heats up as the Rams face the Seahawks. Nick weighs in on whether Lamar Jackson and the Ravens can withstand the upstart Patriots. He explores if Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars are true Super Bowl contenders. The discussion extends to the rivalry between Caleb Williams' Bears and Jordan Love's Packers. Plus, insights on the changing dynamics in the AFC and a look at listener questions about the upcoming NFL matchups.
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Thursday Decides NFC One-Seed
- The Rams-Seahawks Thursday game effectively decides the NFC one-seed and shapes perceived favorites.
- Sam Darnold must play exceptionally to legitimize Seattle as an A-list contender.
Be Cautious Betting Short-Week Matchups
- Avoid betting the Rams-Seahawks game if you don't trust Sam Darnold despite Seattle being slight favorites.
- Nick Wright prefers the Rams but says he won't place a strong bet on this short-week matchup.
AFC In Midseason Upheaval
- The AFC shows unusual turnover with many previous top teams falling this year.
- Nick compares 2025's upheaval to 2008, suggesting volatility may normalize next season.