The Herd with Colin Cowherd

THE HERD - Hour 2 - Greg Cosell Breaks Down Chiefs Issues and Eagles Moves

Sep 11, 2025
NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell brings over 46 years of experience to dissect critical NFL topics. He analyzes the Chiefs' passing game struggles and evaluates Jordan Love's potential as a rising quarterback. Cosell explores the Eagles' early-season moves and their implications on team strategy, especially regarding A.J. Brown’s limited targets. He also discusses young players like J.J. McCarthy and the evolving quarterback landscape, alongside intriguing matchups and offensive dynamics in the NFL.
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Williams' Anticipation And Pocket Issues

  • Greg Cosell found Caleb Williams struggles with anticipation, pocket clarity, and climbing the pocket too often.
  • Those habits produce missed easy throws and self-created pressure that must be corrected.
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Play-Caller And QB Connection

  • Offensive play-calling design and execution can elevate a young QB's performance when plays break the defense as anticipated.
  • Kevin O'Connell's scheming helps J.J. McCarthy reap benefits through clear, well-designed plays.
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Chiefs' Missing Intermediate Structure

  • The Chiefs lack a structured intermediate passing game and rely heavily on Mahomes making off-schedule plays.
  • That reliance reduces week-to-week consistency and questions sustainability over a 17-game season.
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