The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Nov 5, 2025
Veteran sports journalist Rachel Nichols co-hosts alongside Jason McIntyre, diving deep into the NFL trade deadline chaos, particularly the New York Jets' bold moves. They discuss whether the Cowboys' strategy is misguided and why some contenders wisely chose to stay put. College football analyst Joel Klatt joins to share insights on Arch Manning's future and the importance of game experience for young quarterbacks. The conversation also touches on the potential coaching hires for Penn State and the emerging talents in college football.
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Jets Buy The Future With Draft Capital
- The New York Jets traded core defensive stars to accumulate multiple high draft picks and reset for the future.
- Jason McIntyre frames the moves as long-term wealth creation rather than immediate success.
Let Rebuilds Bake Before Judging
- Give rebuilding plans time to develop through drafting and culture building rather than instant fixes.
- McIntyre cites the Detroit Lions' multi-draft success as a model for gradual turnaround.
Dallas Moves Seem Reactionary
- Jerry Jones reacted quickly to defensive failures, making high-profile in-season changes for short-term fixes.
- McIntyre argues Dallas lacks coherent planning and risks identity loss by reacting to immediate embarrassment.