THE HERD – HOUR 1 – Dodgers facing a sweep | Sam Darnold continues to be UNDERRATED
Summary
Colin Cowherd and J-Mac analyze the World Series, declaring the young, nimble Brewers a clear mismatch against the aging, payroll-heavy Dodgers. The discussion shifts to the NFL, where Cowherd defends Sam Darnold’s talent while criticizing the Philadelphia Eagles’ coaching staff and the Dallas Cowboys’ recent struggles. The hosts also preview key matchups, including Ohio State at Indiana and the Bills at the Raiders, before closing with a reminder that money does not always guarantee success in sports.
Topics discussed
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Show Intro and World Series Preview
Dodgers vs. Brewers: Age and Mistakes
The Decline of Aging Franchises
Media Bias and Payroll Myths
Sam Darnold and the Jets' Potential
Grading Darnold: Wins vs. Process
Chiefs and Seahawks: Talent and Age
Jets Offense and Sam Darnold's Role
Taking Big Swings in Sports and Art
Ben Affleck's 'Animals' and Seattle Outlook
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NFL Coaching Hires and Market Dynamics
Why Top Coaches Avoid Certain Teams
Eagles' Offensive Struggles and Staff
Philadelphia's Declining Performance
Chiefs' Wide Receiver Depth
Chiefs' Backup WRs and Kenneth Walker
Kenneth Walker's Importance to Chiefs
Chiefs' Winning Formula and Risks
Chiefs' Reliance on Isiah Pacheco
Bills' West Coast Stay and Max Crosby
Raiders vs. Bills: A Live Dog Game
Travel Logistics: Vegas vs. West Virginia
Vegas Flu and Underdog Performances
Ohio State vs. Indiana Preview
Contextualizing Ohio State's Losses
Notre Dame's Conference Status
Comparing Losses: OSU vs. Notre Dame
Top 4 College Teams and Alabama
Media Bias and Payroll Anxiety
Money in Baseball: Dodgers vs. Others
Aging Rosters and Contract Lock-in
Yankees' Stanton Contract and Defense
A-Rod on Winning in Modern Baseball
Rooting for Well-Run Operations
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Cowboys' Coaching Issues
Dallas' Past Elite Staff
Hiring Great Coordinators
Coaching Potential and Future Jobs
Players-Only Meetings and Authenticity
NFL Schedule and Upsets
Niners vs. Washington and Dallas vs. Bears
Green Bay vs. Dallas Game Plan
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