THE HERD – HOUR 2 – Blazing 5: Bears at Falcons, Panthers at Eagles & Cowboys at Packers
Summary
Colin Cowherd and J-Mac preview NFL Week 5, highlighting the Jaguars' London advantage over the Texans and the Cowboys' motivation to rebound from a loss to the Bucs. They debate Justin Herbert's struggles amid Chargers' offensive line issues and discuss Bo Nix's poor performance in Denver. The episode also covers the Brewers' World Series win over the Dodgers, analyzing the financial implications of small-market success, while noting Jalen Hurts' indefinite injury and Caleb Williams' return to the Bears.
Topics discussed
Sponsorships and show introduction
Blazin' Five picks: Texans vs. Jaguars
Blazin' Five picks: Bears vs. Falcons
Blazin' Five picks: Titans vs. Colts
Blazin' Five picks: Eagles vs. Panthers
Recap: Falcons vs. Bears and Caleb Williams
Seattle Seahawks: Darnold and running back injury
Denver Broncos: Bo Nix's short passing and contract
Caleb Williams: Emotional reaction and online criticism
Caleb Williams: Using criticism as fuel
Justin Herbert: O-line issues and MVP debate
Chargers: Coaching changes and roster depth
MLB: Dodgers vs. Brewers and salary cap debate
Recap: Titans, Dolphins, and Eagles analysis
Listener call: Falcons pick and weather
Sponsorships and Penn State alumni promo
College sports: NIL impact and player longevity
NFL vs. College: Quality of play and traditions
Browns vs. Ravens: Lamar Jackson injury risk
Ravens: Looking ahead to Bengals and Chiefs
Cowboys vs. Packers: Sunday Night Football preview
Eagles: Jalen Hurts injury and backup situation
Panthers vs. Eagles: Close game prediction
Packers: Backup QB Tanner McKee analysis
Jaguars: London game and run defense
Sponsorships and Fox-toberfest promo
Broncos: Bo Nix criticism and roster depth
Broncos: Roster talent and winning close games
Caleb Williams: Thin skin and public perception
Bears: New offensive system and history
MLB: Brewers pennant and NL vs. AL debate
Dodgers: Sweep loss and future outlook
Dodgers: Pat Murphy interview and locker room
Titans vs. Colts: Upset potential recap
Sponsorships and closing remarks
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