The Herd with Colin Cowherd | What's Wright - Episode 376

Date: October 10, 2025
Host: Nick Wright (with Damanza Wright)
Theme: NFL Week 6 Previews, Belichick’s Collapse at UNC, Yankees-Blue Jays Playoff Reaction, and Listener Q&A

Episode Overview

Nick and Damanza Wright deliver a packed episode covering:

• The Yankees-Blue Jays playoff atmosphere
• Speculation surrounding Bill Belichick’s disastrous tenure at UNC
• Eagles’ turmoil and Week 6 NFL matchups (spotlight: Chiefs vs. Lions)
• The latest NBA and Giannis rumors
• Listener questions, including QB legacies and sports media quirks

Blending thoughtful analysis with signature banter, the episode weaves through on-field drama, off-field storylines, and media perspectives.

Yankees-Blue Jays Playoff Atmosphere

[00:06 – 01:22]

• Nick and Damanza recap the Yankees-Blue Jays Game 3, highlighting Aaron Judge’s epic home run, despite the Yankees' series loss.
  • Nick: “That Judge home run was one of the most electric in person moments I’ve ever been a part of. … It made me feel like you should feel better about one day Lamar having a similar postseason moment for real.” [00:09]
• Judge’s playoff performance
  • Damanza: “Truly one of the greatest players of not just his generation but any generation. … Played some of his worst baseball in the postseason. … But Judge was phenomenal start to finish of this playoff run.” [01:22]
• Reflection on postseason narratives and player legacies.

Sports Media Quirks & LeBron’s Tweet

[01:18 – 05:19]

• Nick relays an awkward moment on Dan Le Batard’s show, poking fun at those duped by a LeBron retirement tweet, not realizing Dan was among them.
  • Nick: “If you thought he was announcing his retirement, I don’t think you’re a very smart person.” [05:19]
• The duo laughs over the meta-ness of media takes on social media stunts.

Fines and Sideline Incidents

[05:22 – 07:31]

• Discussion about Jonathan Gannon (hit a player on the sideline, fined $100k) vs. Jerry Jones (middle finger gesture, fined $250k).
  • Nick explains precedent for owner fines, referencing Bud Adams.
  • Notes that Gannon’s incident is a “terrible look,” wondering about its impact on team morale.

NBA: Giannis Rumors & Family Move

[07:31 – 09:09]

• The guys discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s rumored dissatisfaction in Milwaukee after news his family will live in Athens.
  • Nick: “That was not, to me, an unrelated story to Giannis potentially leaving Milwaukee.” [07:19]
• The strain of long-distance family life and implications for Giannis’s NBA future.

Podcast Dynamics—A Personal Compliment

[09:09 – 11:04]

• Nick delivers public praise for Damanza’s role, comparing him favorably to other cohosts in the industry.

Bill Belichick’s UNC Implosion

[11:06 – 27:32]

Leaked Tensions, Exit Rumors, and Legacy Damage

• Summary of Ali Connolly’s reporting:
  • Belichick considering buyout, staffers seeking exit, recruiting and practice violation investigations ongoing.
  • “From one coach, quote, ‘the rats are leaving the ship’.” [11:24]
  • Communications reportedly “weird and distant,” with staff unable to contact Belichick during the bye week.
  • Possible buyout structure: Belichick pays $1M to leave, or negotiates down from $20M.
• Nick’s take:
  • “This thing’s already over. If you already have coaches talking about who they’re going to coach this year’s playoffs, it’s over there.” [13:58]
  • UNC football “yet to beat a Power 5 school,” outscored significantly, with player morale described as “dysfunctional.”
  • Reflection on legacy: “It is unfathomable that it would have gone on this wrong. … It is a bit of a lesson in not just hubris, but in what can happen if you only surround yourself with acolytes and with yes men.” [16:46]
• Impact on history:
  • Discussion of whether legacies can “go backwards.” Cites Russell Wilson, now maybe Belichick: “If somebody gets close, how it is ending for Bill will hurt him.” [23:17]
• Memorable exchange:
  • Damanza: “So that UNC thing was him trying to recover that, ‘oh, I went to college, look at what I did’.” [24:24]
• Prediction:
  • Nick: “I think it is now minus 1000 that Belichick is not the head coach of North Carolina next year, which leads us to this… I guess he’s just not going to coach again.” [26:22]

Eagles Drama & Giants Preview

[29:57 – 38:12]

• Focus on the reported “multi-hour” closed-door meeting between Hurts, AJ Brown, and Saquon Barkley.
  • Damanza: “If the conversation wasn't such a huge deal, why do you think that it was leaked?” [33:42]
  • Nick analyzes media leaks, concluding: “Nobody that knows about this meeting wants bad things for the Eagles. And I can’t imagine there’s anybody … who thinks leaking this makes me or the team look good. So I don’t know why.” [33:47]
• Eagles’ self-inflicted drama:
  • Nick: “It is a weird team to have this much success and this much self-inflicted drama. … Other 4-1 teams are not having multi-hour meetings between their best players to figure out what’s going on. So just play a normal game, that’s all.” [30:16–32:56]
• Notable quote:
  • Nick on Brian Daboll jokingly sowing discord: “He talks about how many great players they have … then he ends the answer with 'And I mean if you turn on the film, AJ Brown is open a lot.' … I thought that was really sharp by Dabel and I liked it a lot.” [33:08–33:37]
• Saquon Barkley revenge game question:
  • “If Saquon has another quiet game, then I think it’s fair to just be like, hey, this year he’s not going to have a great year.” [37:59]

Chiefs vs. Lions: High-Stakes Showdown

[40:46 – 45:41]

• The Chiefs, coming off a loss, face the red-hot Lions in a primetime must-win.
  • Damanza: “Being 2-4 through six weeks, not a death knell, but not great. So how badly do they need it? They need it.” [41:05–42:46]
• Chiefs’ regular season and primetime pressures:
  • Nick: “The Chiefs are the premier team in the league and because of that … they get everyone’s best shot every single week. … They play, they’re under the spotlight more than any other team.” [42:49]
• Mahomes vs. Goff—shootout history and narrative:
  • Nick: “Goff, I believe, is one of the only active, maybe the only active starting quarterback that Patrick's played more than once that he’s never beaten. … That’s an interesting little wrinkle to it.” [44:18–44:57]
• Chris Jones bounce-back anticipated.

Other Key NFL Games & Storylines

49ers Quarterback Situation

[45:41 – 49:13]

• Mac Jones likely starting due to Purdy’s turf toe.
  • Nick: “If Purdy comes back and plays really poorly, ... they have an out to go back to Mac Jones without being like, we benched Brock.” [45:54]
• Shanahan’s willingness to play the hot hand.

Bears vs. Commanders – Young QBs Duel

[51:31 – 54:48]

• Caleb Williams vs. Jaden Daniels: “20ish games into these guys’ careers we really don’t know … who’s going to be the best.” [51:44]
• Stakes for each team and QB narrative development.

Bengals at Packers – Joe Flacco’s Arrival

[54:48 – 58:20]

• The surprising Joe Flacco trade; debate on Flacco vs. Jameis Winston as a veteran addition.
• Nick uses the quick Flacco start to point out bogus anti-Kaepernick narratives from past years.
  • “Joe Flacco is going to play this week. He was traded for two days ago.” [55:03]
• Shador Sanders backup controversy—no tolerance for Bailey Zappe leapfrogging him.

Listener Q&A & Lighter Moments

[59:01 – 63:48]

• Which 2018 draft QB wins a Super Bowl first?
  • Nick: “I would say Josh [Allen], then Baker, Lamar, Darnold one through four. … Baker at least for this season is in a much better position.” [59:15–60:03]
• Is Jared Goff a Hall of Famer?
  • Nick: “Jared Goff is not even close to being a Hall of Famer.” [60:15]
• Living in New York City
  • Nick shares candid pros and cons, emphasizing the city’s culture, food, and cost barrier for enjoying its perks.

Personal Banter

• Snake business update: Damanza discusses pricing strategy and customer demand for his snake breeding venture.
• Nick jokes about family Venmo hijinks and acknowledges Damanza’s non-gouging but hints he might be underpricing.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Belichick Legacy:
  • “It is a bit of a lesson in not just hubris, but in what can happen if you only surround yourself with acolytes and with yes men.” — Nick [16:46]
• Eagles’ Dysfunction:
  • “Other 4-1 teams are not having multi-hour meetings between their best players to figure out what’s going on.” — Nick [32:56]
• On Goff being a Hall of Famer:
  • “Jared Goff is not even close to being a Hall of Famer. … I don’t even think one Super Bowl win would get him in.” — Nick [60:15]
• Chiefs’ Spotlight:
  • “They have dealt with it as well as any team in the history of the league since… other than Brady’s Pats.” — Nick [42:49]
• Media banter:
  • “If you thought he [LeBron] was announcing his retirement, I don’t think you’re a very smart person.” — Nick [05:19]

Timestamps: Key Segments

• Yankees-Blue Jays/Game Atmosphere: 00:06–01:22
• Media/LeBron Tweet Banter: 01:18–05:19
• Belichick at UNC Deep Dive: 11:06–27:32
• Eagles Drama/Giants Preview: 29:57–38:12
• Chiefs vs. Lions Preview: 40:46–45:41
• 49ers QB Situation: 45:41–49:13
• Bears vs. Commanders (Williams vs. Daniels): 51:31–54:48
• Joe Flacco/Cincy at Packers: 54:48–58:20
• Listener Q&A & Lighter Banter: 59:01–63:48

Summary

This episode delivers the signature blend of NFL analysis, legacy talk, off-field drama, and personal rapport. The deep dive into Bill Belichick’s troubled UNC stint dominates, with thoughtful connections to sports legacy myths and organizational pitfalls. The rest of the show circles the NFL’s best storylines—Eagles’ intrigue, Chiefs’ must-win, and the future of young QBs—while wrapping the discussion with relatable banter and listener questions. Buckle up for humor, candor, and sharp sports insight—classic “What’s Wright.”