The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Colin Cowherd Podcast Prime Cuts - Bench Caleb Williams? Best College Football Programs, Chiefs Start 0-2

Sep 20, 2025
John Middlekauff, a former NFL scout and host of '3 and Out', joins to discuss the Eagles' victory over the Chiefs and whether the Bears should bench Caleb Williams after a shaky performance. He dives into Baker Mayfield's impressive clutch play for the Bucs, analyzing the broader QB landscape. Meanwhile, college football analyst Josh Pate offers insights on UCLA's fit in the Big Ten, debates the top college football programs, and questions if Brian Kelly is the right fit for LSU, showcasing his keen program analysis.
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INSIGHT

Caleb Williams Struggles Off Script

  • Colin argues Caleb Williams struggles off-script and the Bears' offense becomes ad-libbing when plays aren't scripted.
  • He warns this stylistic mismatch could make the Chicago season go sideways quickly.
INSIGHT

Pocket Presence Is A Hidden Skill

  • John notes Caleb's head-down scrambling and lack of consistent touch on passes undermine his NFL pocket presence.
  • They contrast that with quarterbacks like Mahomes and Hurts who keep their heads up and find plays.
ANECDOTE

Friend’s Warning About Caleb’s Temperament

  • Colin recounts a friend Steve Kime warning Caleb is very emotional and not even-keeled like traditional franchise QBs.
  • He links that temperament to Caleb losing confidence and inconsistent accuracy in games.
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