The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Aug 22, 2025
Robert Mays, host of The Athletic Football Show and a keen NFL analyst, joins the conversation to dissect the ongoing contract standoff between Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and star pass rusher Micah Parsons. He provides insights on whether they'll reach an agreement before the regular season. The discussion also tackles the scrutiny faced by Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, with Mays shedding light on his potential for a breakout season despite criticism, emphasizing the complexities of rookie transitions in the NFL.
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Caleb Williams' Floor And Context
- Parkins defends Caleb Williams as good but not great last year, citing contextual team failures.
- He stresses that 'bust' is off the table given Williams' rookie production and toughness.
Sacks, Not Talent, Were The Core Issue
- The biggest problem for Williams was 68 sacks and holding the ball rather than trusting throws.
- Parkins argues the high sack total was due to poor protection and scheme, not pure QB failure.
Year Two Ceiling For Williams
- Parkins argues last year's team failures amplified criticism of Williams unfairly.
- He sees this season as a realistic breakout given upgrades to coaching and personnel.