The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Best Of - What's next for Aaron Rodgers? John Harbaugh to Giants, Tomlin LEAVES Steelers, NFL Divisional Predictions | Nick Wright
Jan 21, 2026
Nick Wright dives into the aftermath of Aaron Rodgers' playoff loss, pondering his legacy and potential retirement. He critiques the Steelers' Mike Tomlin as they face questions about his future after a long tenure. The surprise signing of John Harbaugh to the Giants is celebrated as a transformative move for the franchise. As playoff predictions heat up, Wright picks the Bills over the Broncos and analyzes matchups across the Divisional Round, showcasing his insights on key players and team dynamics.
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Rodgers' Career Likely Nears End
- Nick Wright views Aaron Rodgers' playoff loss as likely the de facto end of his career despite earlier signs he might continue.
- He believes Rodgers will be floated as a midseason injury replacement rather than a Week 1 starter next year.
Talent Versus Leadership For Rodgers
- Wright balances Rodgers' elite talent with recurring playoff inconsistencies and leadership issues.
- He ranks Rodgers as top-five-talented but not elite all-time due to leadership and playoff record.
Seattle NFC Title Game Collapse
- Wright recounts the Packers' 2014 NFC Championship where Rodgers struggled late and the team collapsed.
- He uses it to illustrate Rodgers' history of poor playoff performances despite regular-season brilliance.