BEST OF THE HERD – Notre Dame Is Underrated | Cowboys Have A Head Coach Problem | College Football Playoff Rankings Are Flawed
Nov 4, 2026 · 38m
Summary
Colin Cowherd and guest Joel Klatt debate the college football playoff committee’s rankings, arguing that Notre Dame is unfairly ranked below Indiana despite being a touchdown favorite. The discussion shifts to the NFL, where Cowherd rebukes Jerry Jones for claiming coaching salary correlates with success, citing the Cowboys’ struggles under Mike McCarthy. The pair also analyze Ohio State’s offensive line issues and discuss Arch Manning’s potential to enter the NFL draft early.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship: Underdog Rips and show intro
College Football Rankings: Notre Dame vs Indiana
Jerry Jones on NFL coaching pay and Cowboys
Debate: Importance of coaching in sports
Promo: Animal Thunderdome podcast
Sponsorship: Underdog Rips
Tom Brady analysis: O-line and interior D
Sponsorship: Underdog Rips
Politics and life advice: The 'doubles' metaphor
Joel Klatt joins: Fundamentals in sports
Notre Dame's weak schedule and committee issues
Indiana's decline without Fernando Mendoza
USC vs Ohio State: Game breakdown
Ohio State's path to the championship
Arch Manning's future: College vs NFL
Closing thoughts on effort and politics
Outro and legal disclaimer
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