The Herd with Colin Cowherd
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PodcastThe Herd with Colin Cowherd
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About this episode
Richard Sherman gives his full reaction to the Los Angeles Rams vs Seattle Seahawks Thursday Night Football showdown, breaking down Sam Darnold’s dramatic comeback win, Matthew Stafford’s massive performance, and Puka Nacua’s explosive game for the Rams. Sherm analyzes every key moment from this NFC West thriller, including Seattle’s clutch fourth-quarter drive, the overtime touchdown, Rasheed Shaheed’s huge return plays, Cooper Kupp’s big late catch, and how the Seahawks’ defense battled through a tough night against one of the NFL’s hottest offenses. Sherman also explains what this result means for the NFC playoff picture, the Seahawks’ push for the No. 1 seed, the Rams’ postseason chances, and why Sam Darnold’s performance could change Seattle’s season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode summary
Welcome back to the Richard Sherman Podcast. What a wild finish in Seattle, the place was rocking and that two-point chaos was something I’ve never seen before.
So who stole the show for the Rams? Matthew Stafford tossed 457 with three touchdowns and no turnovers like an MVP, and Puka Nacua torched coverage for 12 catches, 225 yards and big scores even after a week of apologies and distraction.
What flipped it late? Sam Darnold shook off the early mistakes and, in the biggest moment of his career, went 86 percent for 157 yards with two late touchdowns and a 104.5 rating across the fourth and overtime to erase a seven-point hole.
Who helped him? Special teams delivered a return touchdown, Jaxon Smith-Njigba went from nothing at half to eight for 96 and a score to set the franchise receptions record, and Kenneth Walker broke a 55-yard sprint out of the break.
Did the defense hold up? Not early, but they stacked three straight stops before overtime, and Mike Macdonald trusted the two-point calls, hitting three of three and refusing to leave the result in the Rams’ hands.
What does this mean for the West? If both teams win next week, it sets up a Levi's Stadium showdown for the top seed, the Rams still lurk if Seattle slips, and the seeding quirks could make lower seeds scary in January.
How was the vibe? Don’t duck out early, because the crowd was electric and it was heart-attack fun from the seats.
Does it echo past comebacks? It felt like that Packers title rally where belief, a timely wrinkle, and downhill runs turned everything.
What’s the big takeaway? Even while being outgained and losing time of possession and total plays, all three phases kept faith and found a way.
And about those power rankings—tonight backed them up.
Appreciate you for riding with me; enjoy this one, Go Hawks, and we’ll catch the next slate together.
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