THE HERD - Hour 2 - Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers, the future for the Chiefs
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In this Friday hour of The Herd with Colin Cowherd, the discussion centers on NFL draft strategy, quarterback evaluations, and team-building philosophies. Cowherd argues that coaching and personnel decisions are distinct skill sets, using the San Francisco 49ers' draft struggles as a case study, citing excessive coach influence and lack of early picks as key factors. He praises the Steelers' selection of Drew Aller in the third round, defending the pick against criticism from Ben Roethlisberger, while also questioning Aaron Rodgers' value to the Steelers given his recent performance. The episode also explores the Chiefs' offseason rebuild, comparing them to the Rams' successful turnaround after a Super Bowl loss, highlighting how a strong front office, quarterback, and targeted draft picks can quickly restore competitiveness. Cowherd emphasizes that elite teams have specific, strategic drafts, while rebuilding franchises focus on quantity over quality. The conversation touches on broader themes like the importance of focus, avoiding multitasking, and the impact of money and academic prestige on college football conference strength, particularly the Big Ten's rise.
Coaching and personnel decisions are distinct skill sets; over-involvement by coaches in drafting can hurt team building.
The Chiefs' 2026 rebuild mirrors the Rams' 2021 turnaround: one big acquisition plus three high-value draft picks can restore elite status.
Drew Aller's Steelers draft pick is defensible despite criticism, especially given uncertainty at quarterback and his strong 2023 season.
The NFL's 'League of Hope' means teams can rebound quickly with the right front office, coach, and quarterback.
College football dominance is increasingly tied to financial resources and academic prestige, not just on-field talent.
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Podcast Promos and Intro
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The Coaching vs. Personnel Divide
“Coaching and personnel to me are two different things. A brain surgeon and a podiatrist are both in a hospital. They're both doctors. Totally different skill.”
The 49ers' Draft Struggles
“When you're not picking, there are multiple drafts for the Niners when you're looking at it. They didn't pick until pick 61 in 2022, pick 87 in 2023.”
The Steelers' Drew Aller Pick
“I think this is maybe some value because think about this. Nussmeyer's coach, Brian Kelly, also got fired. Nussmeyer, terrible. Cade Klubnick in Clemson. Dabo Hotzee.”
Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers' QB Situation
“I just don't understand why at this stage in his career he's worth these sort of considerations and headaches because I don't think he played well last year.”
“If you have the owner, The GM or the front office, the coach and the quarterback in an A-level. You turn it around in one offseason.”
“I just don't understand why at this stage in his career he's worth these sort of considerations and headaches because I don't think he played well last year.”
“Jokic led the league in assists and rebounds. Jabbar never did that. Shaq never did that. Like, that is an unbelievable stat averaging a triple-double.”
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Aaron Rodgers
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Colin Cowherd
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Pittsburgh Steelers
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Los Angeles Rams
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San Francisco 49ers
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Drew Aller
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Big Ten
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Robert Mays
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Ben Roethlisberger
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