The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast Prime Cuts - Cowboys Impressive In Loss To Eagles, NFL Win Totals, Belichick’s Disastrous Start At UNC
Sep 6, 2025
John Middlekauff, host of the '3 and Out' podcast, and Josh Pate, a college football analyst, join Colin to discuss a variety of hot topics. They break down the Cowboys' surprising performance despite losing to the Eagles. Arch Manning’s shaky start at Texas raises questions about his potential, while Bryce Underwood from Michigan is evaluated as a possible generational talent. They also dive into Bill Belichick's slow start at UNC and the implications of the Micah Parsons trade for the Cowboys, alongside insights on NFL win totals.
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Belichick May Struggle In College Recruiting
- Colin argued Belichick lacks college recruiting chops compared to top college coaches like Saban.
- He warned that transfer-portal success requires recruiting charisma and sustained talent acquisition skills Belichick hasn't shown.
College Recruiting Is A Different Skillset
- Josh Pate agreed Belichick is likely to struggle with college talent acquisition and cultural fit.
- He stressed college recruiting is a distinct skill built over decades, unlike Belichick's NFL resume.
Historic Coach Comparisons For Belichick
- Colin compared Belichick to past personality-light coaches and referenced Don James and Charlie Weis.
- He suggested Belichick's schematic strength won't automatically translate to superior recruiting results.