THE HERD – HOUR 2 – Patrick Mahomes Has A Problem | Western Michigan v Michigan Controversy

Mahomes is less efficient, ad-libs more, and lacks confidence without a left tackle, which is his kryptonite. Justin Herbert can make the playoffs without a left tackle and is not as dependent on the position.

Simmons is injury-prone and his absence correlates with a drop in Chiefs' scoring and passer rating.

Simmons has an issue he is working through with no set timeline for return.

NIL, the transfer portal, and other changes are causing turbulence but not ruining college football.

Lane Kiffin is the symbol of college football's transactional nature and is good for the sport as a disruptor.

Kiffin is transactional but handles criticism well and is trying to merge USC and Alabama styles.

Texas must win and will likely win because Ohio State faces high expectations and a difficult schedule.

Texas has a ceiling and Ohio State's schedule is tough, but Ohio State can circle the wagons if they lose.

USC's defensive line consists of NFL-caliber players and is unblockable.

USC's defensive line is real and fits Gary Patterson's scheme well.

The controversy stems from a discrepancy between TV and stadium clocks, but Western Michigan had chances to win.

Solutions include using tenths of a second, red lights on goalposts, and live replay transparency.

Lamar Jackson has not played well in the playoffs and needs to carry the team more.

Lamar Jackson has big goals but faces a tough AFC and new coaching staff.

The Steelers have a high floor but low ceiling due to cultural issues and a defense that gives up points in playoffs.

The Steelers have added impact defensive players and have Super Bowl aspirations.

The league is quarterback-centric, making playoff predictions easier, and he lists specific teams and quarterbacks for the playoffs.

The Seahawks are an underrated defending champion with a rare hunger advantage.

Carolina could upset Chicago, and San Francisco could win outright in Australia.

Tampa Bay could beat Cincinnati, and the Dolphins could surprise the Raiders.