The Herd with Colin Cowherd - Hour 3: Albert Breer Stops By The Herd

Date: December 3, 2025
Podcast: The Herd with Colin Cowherd
Host: Colin Cowherd
Featured Guests: Albert Breer, Daniel Jeremiah, Alexi Lalas

Episode Overview

This episode is driven by high-level discussions on top NFL teams' futures, managerial decisions, and the current state and outlook for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team ahead of the World Cup. Colin Cowherd, with football insiders Daniel Jeremiah and Albert Breer, examines the major storylines in the NFL: Pittsburgh’s looming reset, chaos around the Philadelphia Eagles' offensive staff, Dallas' talent management, Kansas City's potential overhaul, and College Football Playoff narratives. In the final segment, Alexi Lalas joins to break down the U.S. Men's National Team’s prospects for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, including roster dynamics, coaching, and broader implications for American soccer.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Pittsburgh Steelers: Tomlin Era Nearing an End?

• Steelers’ Roster Age & Future Reset
  • Daniel Jeremiah draws parallels between the current Steelers and the late Andy Reid Eagles era.
  • Many core players are aging (e.g., Jalen Ramsey, TJ Watt, Cam Heyward, Aaron Rodgers), suggesting an imminent roster reset.
  • Both Tomlin and the organization must soon decide if he’s the right coach to guide a rebuild.
  • Quote: “That didn’t mean the Eagles thought less of Andy Reid … it was just, this isn’t working anymore. And obviously both sides have done pretty well for themselves since.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([04:33])

Eagles Panic Meter: Could an Offensive Coordinator Change Be Coming?

• Job Security After A Potential Loss
  • In Philadelphia, even a short losing streak means chaos (“Three game losing streaks in Philadelphia is chaos. In Carolina, it's business as usual.” — Colin, [05:41])
  • Staff turnover happens fast, especially after recent Super Bowl runs (reference to rise and fall of previous coordinators).
  • “Normally, I would say this is crazy … but based on what we saw two years ago, it’s not impossible.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([06:44])

Dallas Cowboys: Roster Management and Jerry Jones' Acumen

• Talent, Trades, and Team Building
  • Daniel Jeremiah and Colin highlight Dallas’ consistent talent and Jerry Jones’ shrewd moves.
  • The recent Micah Parsons trade is viewed as a calculated transition, not a loss.
  • “When was the last time talent was an issue in Dallas?... I don't ever remember talent being an issue.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([07:47])
  • Youth movement on the offensive line and strategic defensive upgrades have transformed perceived weaknesses into strengths.
  • “That looks like a dangerous team … that's a credit to Jerry Jones, Stephen Jones, and Will McClay.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([10:30])

Kansas City Chiefs: Potential for Major Offseason Change?

• State of the Offense & Mahomes' Window
  • If the Chiefs underperform, another aggressive roster revamp (as after the Super Bowl LV loss) could be on the table.
  • “They haven't shown fear for blowing things up in the past and trying to retool…as long as you have Mahomes, it's incumbent on you to build aggressively.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([12:16], [13:18])
  • Noted issues: Offensive difficulties, Travis Kelce’s age, receiver woes.

College Football Playoff: Ohio State’s Edge & Oregon’s X-Factor

• Ohio State: Defensive Confidence, Apathy Risk, and Opponents
  • Colin probes how to beat Ohio State, noting Michigan wasn’t a real test.
  • Daniel Jeremiah credits the defense, energy management, and depth, predicting only Oregon as a potential real threat.
  • “I think the defense is better than the offense … Matt Patricia can go to Ryan Day and say … get me 17 points and we’re fine.” — Daniel Jeremiah ([15:12])
  • Oregon has dangerous potential if healthy.

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• On Steelers/Andy Reid Parallel:

  • “I think everybody in that building knew at the time the last two months were like Andy Reid walking the Green Mile. Everybody knew it was just time for a divorce.”
    — Daniel Jeremiah ([04:33])

• On Eagles Staff Turmoil:

  • “Normally, I would say this is crazy … but based on what we saw two years ago, it’s not impossible.”
    — Daniel Jeremiah ([06:44])

• On Dallas’ Talent Pipeline:

  • “When was the last time talent was an issue in Dallas?... I don't ever remember talent being an issue.”
    — Daniel Jeremiah ([07:47])

• On Chiefs’ Willingness to Overhaul:

  • “They haven't shown fear for blowing things up in the past and trying to retool…”
    — Daniel Jeremiah ([12:16])

• On Ohio State’s Defense:

  • “The thing that people are going to focus on are the skill players… I think the defense is better than the offense and so do I.”
    — Daniel Jeremiah ([15:12])

Soccer Segment: U.S. Men's National Team with Alexi Lalas

State of the U.S. Team

• Optimism Amidst Transition
  • Lalas highlights a “Brigadoonish” home World Cup atmosphere but admits to bumps.
  • The team is in flux, with new coach Mauricio Pochettino and high expectations but uncertainty in roster cohesion.
  • “We could accurately and fairly describe it as in flux…” — Alexi Lalas ([31:16])

Roster & Coaching Analysis

• Concerns: Keepers & Strikers

  • Goalie Matt Freese is unproven at the world-class level; striker position lacks a consistent finisher.
  • “Goalkeepers need to make the saves they shouldn’t make … that’s one of my concerns.” — Alexi Lalas ([32:34])

• Pulisic’s Central Role

  • Pulisic’s form and health will define the U.S. run (“…as goes Christian Pulisic, I do think goes this team…” — Lalas, [34:02])
  • New dynamic under Pochettino, who brings a harder edge than previous staff.

• Galvanizing the Modern Roster

  • With high-performing Americans playing (and earning) overseas, the national team is less of a “must-have” — and motivation must be manufactured by pride.
  • “You need to want to be on the national team for more than money, for more than fame…” — Alexi Lalas ([36:00])

Draw/Expectations for World Cup

• Best/Worst Case Draws, Group Stage Outlook

  • U.S. should expect to win their group and at minimum, advance to the knockout rounds.
  • “If we don't get out of the group, it's a national disaster and an embarrassment … Not only that, I think we…should go in expecting to be number one…” — Alexi Lalas ([38:32])
  • On tournament success: “We will know it when we see it on the field, because it'll make you feel good about yourself. It'll make you feel good about your country and the way that they are playing that goes beyond the actual scores.” ([39:08])

• On Argentina/Messi Repeat Chances:

  • “I think they can repeat… only eight countries have ever won the World Cup, so it's difficult…” — Alexi Lalas ([39:58])

Additional NFL Rapid-fire (21:34 - 26:34)

• Cowboys’ Playoff Path:

  • Daniel Jeremiah predicts Dallas could “run the table” if they defeat Detroit ([21:34]).
  • Injuries, remaining schedule, and weather discussed as factors ([22:11]).

• Browns’ QB Update:

  • Deshaun Watson’s return to practice; Shedeur Sanders to start in the meantime.

• Steelers Downward Spiral:

  • Mike Tomlin “willing to do whatever” to fix the team amid defensive struggles, Ravens six-point favorites ([25:08]).

World Cup Closing

Colin and Alexi reflect on the U.S. soccer evolution:

• The rise of American players at European clubs means the national team no longer solely defines their careers.
• The upcoming World Cup being hosted in North America marks a “transition” era.
• Colin: “I think this is going to be a fascinating World Cup. Canada, Mexico and here in the States. Cannot wait.”

Summary Table of Key Segments

| Timestamp | Topic/Guest | Core Theme / Quote | |------------|---------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 03:06 | Daniel Jeremiah (Tomlin Talk) | Steelers’ aging core and “reset” parallels to Andy Reid’s Eagles | | 05:13 | Eagles’ OC Hot Seat | Philly’s quick trigger on staff changes, chaos if another loss | | 07:04 | Cowboys’ Roster Discussion | Jerry Jones’ GM skill, focus on building and transitions | | 10:40 | Chiefs’ Potential Reset | KC’s willingness to rebuild, offensive struggles & Mahomes’ championship window | | 13:43 | College Football Playoff | Ohio State’s strengths, Oregon as dark horse, defensive superiority | | 31:16 | Alexi Lalas (Soccer) | U.S. Men’s Team in “flux” ahead of 2026 World Cup | | 32:34 | USMNT: Keeper/Striker Worries | Lalas on need for elite keeper & striker | | 38:32 | WC Group Stage/Expectations | “If we don’t get out of the group, it’s a national disaster…” — Lalas | | 39:58 | Argentina World Cup Prospects | “I think they [Argentina] can repeat… very difficult…” — Lalas |

Tone & Style

• Insightful, candid, and occasionally humorous, keeping close to the hosts’ and guests’ original voices.
• Notable for both sharp analysis and light-hearted back-and-forth, especially in soccer segment.

This summary captures the essential sports analysis, forward-looking speculation on teams and personnel, and the energetic, opinionated style that defines The Herd with Colin Cowherd. It is crafted to be accessible and practical for listeners who may have missed the episode, focusing only on key content — not commercial breaks or promos.