The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - INSTANT REACTION: Rams Beat Panthers In THRILLER, Indiana Crushes Oregon
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Jan 11, 2026 Colin dives into the Rams' nail-biting win over the Panthers, pointing out their shaky special teams and Matthew Stafford’s risky throws. He praises the Panthers' big receivers for making it a scary game for LA. Transitioning to college football, he highlights Indiana’s impressive performance against Oregon, crediting Coach Curt Cignetti and projecting quarterback Fernando Mendoza as a future NFL star. Plus, insights on the upcoming Indiana vs. Miami clash keep the excitement alive!
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Three Recurring Rams Vulnerabilities
- The Rams' recurring weaknesses are special teams, vulnerable secondary matchups, and occasional reckless throws by Matthew Stafford.
- Those three faults explain why Carolina could challenge and even beat the Rams despite Los Angeles being the better team.
McVay's Outsize Coaching Influence
- Sean McVay's influence often gets credited to his coordinators, but Colin argues McVay's presence is the main catalyst for their success.
- Coordinators can struggle once they leave McVay's proximity, revealing McVay's outsized impact on performance.
Stafford's Clutch Final Drive
- Colin recalls the final Rams drive to illustrate why Matthew Stafford earns his big contract and MVP stature.
- Stafford marched them for 71 yards with a 149 passer rating, sealing a come-from-behind win in crunch time.