Podcast Summary: The Herd with Colin Cowherd – "What's Wright: Nico Harrison FIRED Instant Reaction, Bills HUMILIATED, Packers FADING? NFL Week 10 | Nick Wright"

Date: November 12, 2025
Host: Nick Wright (with Chris Vernon as guest host at points)

Episode Overview

This episode is packed with rapid-fire reactions to major events across the NBA and NFL. Nick Wright dives deep into the breaking news of Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison’s firing and the fallout of Luka Doncic's shocking trade. He also breaks down the latest NFL headlines: the Buffalo Bills getting blown out, the Green Bay Packers’ offensive malaise and playoff outlook, and big-picture takeaways from Week 10, including Justin Herbert’s performance and the Patriots’ resurgence. Expect fierce opinions, sharp analysis, and signature Nick Wright candor throughout.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Nico Harrison Fired: Mavericks Meltdown and Luka Fallout

[03:46 – 17:34]

• Breaking News Context:

  • Tim McMahon hints at the firing; Nick confirms as it happens.
  • Nick describes Harrison’s tenure as “a truly mortifying end to a truly indefensible nine month reign of terror.”
    • "[Nico Harrison] has a meeting with Mavs ownership in 25 minutes where he will be fired. I gotta tell you, I'm not sure I'd show up to that meeting if Shams has it and the whole world knows that." (05:07)
  • Nick is incredulous at the franchise’s self-destruction after trading Luka Doncic.
    • Claims "Teams around the league should immediately call Dallas and ask about Anthony Davis's availability [...] once you see him, if he returns pre trade deadline should ask about Kyrie Irving." (05:46)

• Luka Trade Aftermath:

  • Frames the Luka trade as an all-time blunder driven by “power and ego.”
  • "You had one of the greatest players ever at the very beginning of the prime of his career. And because of nothing more than power and ego, you lit the franchise on fire. ... This was a sports felony inflicted upon a fan base." (08:18, 09:45)
  • Predicts: “Nico Harrison will never work in an NBA front office again.” (10:42)
  • Cites the disastrous pick situation for Dallas until 2031; lays out how their draft assets have been decimated.
  • Critiques the “defense wins championships” mantra as the team is now 3-8 with “the second worst offense in basketball.”
    • “Good luck, Mavs fans. I feel sick for you.” (17:19)

NFL Primetime Games Recap – Packers, Eagles, and the NFC Picture

[21:53 – 33:41]

• Green Bay Packers Struggles:

  • Packers’ offense has collapsed; Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur seem out-of-sync.
  • “Jordan Love has zero touchdowns, one pick, a 74 rating over the last two weeks ... that team’s got to figure out what’s going on with the offense.” (21:53)
  • Playoffs aren't guaranteed: schedule is tough, with the 9th-hardest remaining.

• Eagles’ Perplexing Play Calling:

  • Despite winning, Philly regularly finds new ways to make games messy, especially with the AJ Brown usage.
  • Critiqued Sirianni’s late-game call to go for it on 4th down instead of punting—a “bananas decision soaked in either ego or trying to placate ... an upset AJ Brown.” (28:24)
  • Notes all analytics models favored a punt in that spot.
  • “Philly is just such a weird team that wins but in not even dramatic, just angsty fashion." (31:46)

Buffalo Bills Humiliated, AFC Playoff Jockeying & Coaching Futures

[37:57 – 54:40]

• Bills’ Blowout by Miami:

  • Points out the Bills’ sudden number of double-digit losses as alarming.
  • “As of a month ago, The Bills had one double digit loss in the last four years ... They have two double digit losses in their last month of football." (37:57)
  • Emphasizes concern around Josh Allen’s resurgence of turnovers.
  • Raises the question: If the Bills falter in the postseason, could Brian Daboll return—not just as a coordinator but as head coach, reuniting with Allen?
    • “Would the Buffalo Bills consider reuniting Brian Daboll with Josh Allen but not as a coordinator, as a head coach? It is something to think about.” (41:31)

• Bears, Jags, Patriots Notes:

  • Calls out the Bears for dramatic comebacks and new playoff implications for late-season Packers-Bears games.
  • Highlights the Patriots’ rapid rebuild with coach/qb combo (Drake May, Vrabel).
  • Praises Vrabel’s clock management near the end of the first half—“incredibly sharp.” (53:17)

Fast NFL Week 10 Rundown

[58:57 – 66:46]

• Other Noteworthy Performances:

  • Lions rout the Commanders, Dan Campbell possibly takes over play calling.
  • Chargers beat up on an aging Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.
    • “Aaron looked old and looked like he didn’t want to get hit.” (58:57)
    • “If Herbert's supposed to be one of the five best quarterbacks in football ... then they should be a legitimate contender right now.” (59:43)
  • Seahawks, Rams, and Colts all look strong.

• Quick-Hit Team Comments:

  • Highlights Jonathan Taylor's consistent greatness.
  • Ravens “haven’t looked like the Ravens yet this year—maybe that’s coming.”
  • Seahawks and Rams are potential elite teams after dominant wins.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Nico Harrison/Luka Trade:
  • "This was a sports felony inflicted upon a fan base. And yes, now the villain has been captured and is facing justice, but it doesn't change the havoc he wreaked and the long term impact on your fandom." (11:18)
• On Packers Offense:
  • "That team's got to figure out what's going on with the offense. That's the story out of Green Bay this weekend." (22:47)
• On Philly’s Coaching Blunder:
  • “Sirianni was going for a highlight moment that could have cost him the game.” (30:03)
• On the Bills’ Downturn:
  • "There are some red flags here. ... That is a little concerning." (39:31)
• On NFL Turnarounds:
  • "All it takes to become a contender is the right coach and the right quarterback. Everything else you can fill in around the edges." (53:10)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Nico Harrison Firing, Mavs/Luka Fallout: 03:46 – 17:34
• Packers & Eagles Primetime, Playoff Race: 21:53 – 33:41
• Bills Blowout, AFC Outlook, Patriots/Vrabel: 37:57 – 54:40
• Rapid NFL Week 10 Rundown/Quick Notes: 58:57 – 66:46

Tone and Language

Nick Wright’s tone is passionate, at times incredulous, always sharply analytical, and not afraid to call out stupidity or hubris from franchises and coaches. He injects humor and empathy (especially for devastated fan bases like Dallas’s), and his language is vivid and unvarnished, e.g., “sports felony” and “reign of terror.” Occasional self-deprecation and openness about personal picks gone wrong bring a friendly, relatable vibe.

Summary Takeaways

• The Luka Doncic trade and subsequent firing of Nico Harrison marks one of the most disastrous front-office tenures and decisions in recent NBA history.
• The Packers need urgent solutions for their offense; playoff qualification is in question.
• The Eagles keep winning but invite drama, even when simple game management could secure clean victories.
• The Bills face a legitimacy crisis after Miami blowout; coaching changes may loom.
• The NFL season remains wide open, with hot takes landing on fast risers like the Patriots (Drake May’s upside) and constant reevaluation of surprisingly weak teams.
• Nick Wright frames it all with conviction, urgency, and a clear sense of what makes franchises sink or soar.

This summary captures the main themes, insights, and stand-out moments from this sports-packed, high-opinion episode. Great for listeners who want both the drama and the analysis.