3 and Out with John Middlekauff

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook. He reacts to a messy week at The Players and Cam Smith coming away with the win. Then, he runs down the best bets for the Valspar and takes an early look at some Masters action with Action Network's Jason Sobel, and finishes up by answers listener mailbag questions. Follow...

John looks at the remaining QB market following the return of Tom Brady, why Deshaun Watson is still in high demand despite his myriad of off-field issues, why Mitchell Trubisky to the Steelers shows how thin the market is, why the Chargers and Brandon Staley have no excuses for not making the playoffs after adding JC Jackson and Khalil Mack, why Belichick was willing to let Jackson walk, and why...

John reacts to the news that Tom Brady is returning to make another run with the Bucs, the Browns dealing for pricey Amari Cooper, and Kirk Cousins signing another huge extension. Follow John and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihear...

John starts out with his take on Bobby Wagner getting cut without a phone call from Pete Carroll, answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including if Rodgers or Russ will have a better next 5 years, if the AFC West could be an all-time power division, if Belichick is really going to make his OC debut in 2022, and if everyone is overreacting to Calvin Ridley gambling on NFL games. Subsc...

John discusses the Bears trading Khalil Mack to the Chargers, how much he can immediately improve the Chargers, what it could mean for Justin Fields career, how Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson handled their situations differently, why they are both divas, if Denver is really a lock to be an AFC contender, why teams are so willing to move on from Carson Wentz, and if it was smart for Fox to let Tr...

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to TPC Sawgrass for The Players. He preview the field and explains why he loves Jon Rahm's chances this weekend and discusses the field complaints of the course conditions at the Arnold Palmer, Tiger's induction into the PGA Hall of Fame, Then, Middlekauff talks best Players bets with Action Network's Jason Sobel an...

John discusses the gambling scandal involving Calvin Ridley betting on games and why the NFL needs to make an example of him to send a message, why Aaron Rodgers decision to stay or leave Green Bay is similar to LeBron's "Decision", why Russell Wilson and Derek Carr are probably not going anywhere despite furious pursuit by a number of teams, why free agency is always going to involve over paying...

John reacts to the NFL Combine, including why its time to move the combine to L.A., why Notre Dame's Kyle Hamilton is worthy of a top 5 pick, how much Georgia DT Jordan Davis' freakish 40 will help his draft stock, the biggest question marks surrounding Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson and Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux, and if QB's in a weak QB class are worth a first round pick. Follow John and The Volum...

John addresses the Cowboys cutting Amari Cooper, and answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including how the Broncos should address their QB situation if Aaron Rodgers stays in Green Bay, how the Chiefs and Bucs should attack the upcoming draft, if Tua can thrive under new HC Mike McDaniel, Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the...

John dive into the NFL Combine, including if Kenny Pickett's baby hands are a red flag or an overblown media creation, Malik Willis is the most intriguing prospect in the draft, and some of the standouts from the week. He also discusses the latest on Lamar Jackson's contract talks, why the Eagles playing H-O-R-S-E with draft prospects isn't as ridiculous as it sounds, why the Cowboys want Amari Co...

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. He discusses the impact of Arnold Palmer on the game, why he's concerned about Bryson DeChambeau's nagging injuries, and how Phil Mickelson's controversial Saudi tour comments have caused him to hemorrhage sponsors. Then, Middlekauff talks best Arnold Palmer bets with A...

John explains why Kyler Murray's latest agent letter demanding a long-term extension is another red flag, why Aaron Rodgers $50 million per year demand will guarantee he never wins another Super Bowl, and what NFL combine week is like for front offices. He also runs down some of the top headlines around the league, including Sean McVay turning down a reported $100 million deal from Amazon, if Kirk...

John answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including if teams will be willing to deal for Deshaun Watson despite pending legal issues, where Mac Jones' ceiling stops, an inside look at how an NFL trade gets done, and why this QB draft class is so much weaker than recent classes. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the latest conte...

John discusses why MNF signing Troy Aikman is such a massive get, how the threat of leaving for broadcasting gives Sean McVay leverage in his contract re-negotiation, if the Packers should read anything into Aaron Rodgers recent IG drama as far as his pending free agency decision, if Russ Wilson will ever break from character and publicly demand a trade, if teams will deal for Deshaun Watson despi...

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to PGA National in Florida and the Honda Classic. He discusses Phil Mickelson apologizing for his controversial take on the proposed Saudi Tour, why the PGA Tour should suspend Lefty, why a Tiger comeback feels more likely than ever, Then, John talks best Honda bets with Action Network's Jason Sobel and answers list...

John discusses the upside of Brian Flores taking a job as a Steelers assistant, if the Colts could part ways with Carson Wentz, why the NFL's combine bubble never made any sense other than for PR, why Belichick recycling fired former assistants is a problem, and why this year's weak QB class will define the entire draft. Follow John and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the latest...

John answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including if Matty Ice could part ways with the Falcons, why Eric Bieniemy can't land a head coaching job, if the Rams should bring back Von Miller and an inured OBJ, why John ranks Doggystyle as the best rap album ever, what the Bucs can do to replace Brady in 2022, and how he ranks positions in the draft after QB. Subscribe NOW and follow M...

John explains why the flurry of retirement talk surrounding McVay and Aaron Donald was always ridiculous, why Cooper Kupp's 3rd round draft position wasn't a scouting failure, if teams will pursue Deshaun Watson this off-season despite pending legal issues, which NFC North team would benefit most by Aaron Rodgers leaving Green Bay, and why Jim Harbaugh will eventually return to the NFL. Subscribe...

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to Riviera and the Genesis Open. He discusses the huge Phoenix Open ratings, previews the Genesis, and rumors that Bryson DeChambeau could leave the PGA for the new Saudi tour. Then, it's the best Genesis Open bets with Action Network's Jason Sobel and answers listener mailbag questions. Follow John and The Volume o...

John discusses if Matthew Stafford should take less money on his extension to help keep the Rams in Super Bowl contention, who he thinks is anonymously crushing Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz in the media. He also dives into some of the top headlines around the league, if the NFL could boot Dan Snyder to bring in Jeff Bezos in D.C., if the Raiders will trade Derek Carr, and answers listener questio...

John gives his Rams/Bengals instant reaction, including why the Rams all-in approach paid off, what the win means for Sean McVay, why Cooper Kupp is already in the all-time wide receiver conversation, why the Von Miller trade was a massive win for the Rams, why Aaron Donald is one of the best ever, his take on the Dre/Snoop halftime show, and the biggest losers from the game, including St. Louis....

John is joined by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on his Super Bowl bets. Lock in! Follow John and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/list...

John heads into Bengals/Rams Super Bowl Sunday by explaining what a conversation with Ed Orgeron taught him about Joe Burrow's character, previews the game and how a win would impact the legacies of Sean McVay, Matt Stafford and Joe Burrow. Then, he gives his take on the biggest NFL stories of the week, including Tennessee extending Mike Vrabel, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Ma...

John jumps from the gridiron to the links for his weekly PGA pod as the tour heads to the always entertaining Phoenix Open. He discusses Phil Mickelson's highly critical comments about PGA players in Saudi Tour events, and explains why Jordan Spieth's resurgence is so impressive. He also talks best Phoenix Open bets with Action Network's Jason Sobel and answers listener mailbag questions. Follow J...

John explains why he's taking the L on football in LA, if he's reading anything into Kyler Murray scrubbing his Instagram of Cardinals mentions, if he's buying Russ and Aaron Rodgers moving on before next season, why he's not sure what the Texans are doing with their Lovie Smith hire (?), his take on Alvin Kamara's post Pro Bowl arrest in Las Vegas, and why he doesn't understand the Saints hiring...