The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Last Herd Hierarchy before the playoffs, NFL predictions, Nick Wright
Jan 6, 2026
Nick Wright, a television sports commentator and host of First Things First, joins to discuss the NFL's playoff landscape. He reveals his top ten teams, with the Seahawks taking the top spot due to their impressive roster. The conversation dives into the pressures on teams like the Bills as the sixth seed and the potential of Caleb Williams for the Bears. Nick also evaluates playoff quarterback records and highlights which teams are best positioned for success. It's a lively analysis you won't want to miss!
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Hire Coaches Carefully For Young QBs
- Colin advises teams must get the coaching hire right, citing early coach turnover for recent first-round QBs as harmful.
- He warns young quarterbacks risk instability if their teams cycle through head coaches quickly.
Why Seattle Tops The Herd
- Colin Cowherd ranks Seattle as the top NFL team before the playoffs due to roster construction and value at quarterback.
- He cites the Seahawks' draft success and a productive QB on a team-friendly deal as decisive advantages.
Bills' Road Vulnerability
- Colin places Buffalo at 8 despite their strengths because of slow starts and a weak run defense on the road.
- He worries Buffalo's pattern of trailing and poor run defense undermines their playoff road prospects.