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Steelers-Bengals Reaction: Aaron Rodgers is NOT TO BLAME in Pittsburgh | HERD NFL w/ Colin Cowherd

2025-10-17 Sports
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NFL Reactions: Steelers Collapse, Bears Coaching, and QB Blind Resume Tests

Uncover the real reasons behind the Steelers' defensive meltdown against Joe Flacco and analyze why Chicago's Ben Johnson is the top coaching hire. Learn objective methods, like blind resume testing, for evaluating young quarterbacks like Bo Nix against established peers.

Short Summary

  • Analyze how Joe Flacco exposed huge financial and performance gaps in the Steelers' defense.
  • Confirm Ben Johnson as the Chicago Bears' correct coaching hire, shifting the offense from inept to intentional.
  • Use direct statistical comparisons (blind resumes) to objectively rank young QBs among their contemporaries.
  • Examine why player consistency—not just flashes—determines true franchise quarterback status.

This discussion breaks down key Week 7 NFL outcomes, focusing heavily on Pittsburgh’s inability to stop the run despite massive defensive spending. Colin then pivots to the significant, positive transformation happening in Chicago under new coach Ben Johnson, contrasted with the folly of generational comparisons for young players like Caleb Williams. Finally, a deep dive into Bo Nix’s initial NFL résumé attempts to set realistic expectations separate from media hype.

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Colin Cowherd reacts to the latest in the NFL. First, he reacts to Joe Flacco and the Cincinnati Bengals’ thrilling 33-31 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football. He explains why quarterback Aaron Rodgers is not the problem for the Steelers. Next, Colin looks at the Chicago Bears’ offensive statistics and praises head coach Ben Johnson for the job he has done in his first season. Then, Colin does a blind resume comparison to see how Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix stacks up with his contemporaries around the league. Finally, Colin is joined by Dave Wannstedt in studio. They discuss Bears head coach Ben Johnson and QB Caleb Williams, the Steelers’ defensive struggles, the USC-Notre Dame rivalry, and more. 0:00 Bengals beat Steelers 4:23 Aaron Rodgers 7:41 Chicago Bears 12:30 Bo Nix blind resume test 22:56 Dave Wannstedt in studio All lines provided by @hardrockbet Subscribe to The Colin Cowherd Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ColinCowherdPodcast #pittsburghsteelers #aaronrodgers #cincinnatibengals

Top Comments (10)

@dillon.phelps3 2025-10-17

Joe Flacco, still elite

153 54 replies
@carltonedwards8775 2025-10-17

Joe Flacco may not be good for 17 games, but he is going to be great for 4 to 5 games.

149 8 replies
@dontbelaze 2025-10-17

I was actually smiling last night watching Flacco with Chase n Higgins ball out an win...

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@ionianatlas7037 2025-10-17

Flacco is the ultimate professional. He's quiet and goes about his business.

77 6 replies
@jonparnell6783 2025-10-17

Thank you Cleveland. Sincerely, Who Dey Nation!

71 3 replies
@goo8295 2025-10-17

I saw terrible coverage, and horrendous tackling.

54 2 replies
@David-j9h9g 2025-10-17

Not a team fan..but..I love the Flacco story!!!!

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@robinabernathy2829 2025-10-17

Collin yesterday. "After tonight the Steelers will be 5-1".

36 2 replies
@JayBee-q9w 2025-10-17

Flacco goes from throwing to the Browns receivers to the Bengals receivers. He’s rejuvenated

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@pamelabostwick4391 2025-10-17

This was better than a Super Bowl!❤

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