3 and Out with John Middlekauff

John reacts to Joe Burrow's "it" factor in the Bengals TNF win over Trevor Lawrence and the rebuilding Jags, and why Urban Meyer is in over his head in the pros. He also defends Aaron Rodgers against critics accusing him of being a bad teammate, looks at the Raiders role players changing the culture for Jon Gruden, and gives his takes on underwhelming former 5-star Spencer Rattler taking heat from...

John breaks down the Cowboys impressive home beatdown of the Eagles on MNF. and how a weak NFC East will play out. He also looks at why Bill Belichick and the Pats could be in big trouble, makes the case for blowing up the Giants, explains why it's completely over for Big Ben, why Cooper Kupp's path to stardom is what the NFL is all about, why there won't be an immediate USC turnaround regardless...

John reacts to Matt Stafford's dominant performance in the Rams convincing win over the Bucs, why there's no reason for Tampa to panic (1:00), and the Bears total organizational embarrassment of an performance against the Browns (14:00). He also previews the huge Eagles/Cowboys MNF matchup, and explains why it's a must win for Mike McCarthy (26:00). Make sure you follow John and The Volume on Twit...

John reacts to Sam Darnold with a third straight strong start in the Panthers TNF W over the Texans, looks at Matt Stafford facing Tom Brady for the first time as a Ram, how the Bears should scheme for Justin Fields' first NFL start, and responds to pushback on his Carson Wentz criticism. He also previews the Week 3 games, runs his 3 for the Money picks by Action Network's Stuckey, and answers lis...

John discusses the Packers Monday Night Football win over the Lions, and why it doesn't convince him that Green Bay has recovered from a drama filled offseason. He also looks at the continued injury problems plaguing Carson Wentz, why the Colts season could be over before it starts, why he's impressed with the early turnaround for Sam Darnold in Carolina, and what the Steelers/Raiders matchup reve...

John reacts to Lamar Jackson putting the Ravens on his back to beat the Chiefs, why he's giving the often criticized Cowboys some credit for their road win over the Chargers, and his take on a bad week for rookie QB's, including #1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence and the Jets' Zach Wilson. Make sure you follow John and The Volume on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates a...

John breaks down the good and bad from WFT's TNF W over the Giants, and explains why either team would be a good fit for Jimmy Garoppolo. He also discusses Urban Meyer to USC rumors, why it's not fair to put all the blame on Tua if he doesn't live up to NFL expectations, which two teams' seasons are already on the line, why this year's injury avalanche feels worse than most, previews the Week 2 ga...

John reacts to the Raiders thrilling OT win over the Ravens in the MNF opener, and what the Ravens did to lose the game that was inexcusable. He also explains why he loved Peyton and Eli Manning making their game broadcast debut, why this version of the Seahawks has a throwback feel from their Super Bowl teams, and why the Titans replacement for former OC Arthur Smith is a huge downgrade. He also...

John reacts to Matt Stafford's impressive Rams debut, the Packers and Aaron Rodgers complete debacle of an opener against the Saints, and his key takeaways from another thrilling Chiefs comeback in Week 1 against the Browns, why he was so impressed with an ugly Pittsburgh win in Buffalo, and why he thinks Sark's unimpressive start at Texas shouldn't surprise anyone. Make sure you follow John and T...

John reacts to the Bucs handling the Cowboys in the season opener, Brady dominating at 44, and his take on Dak's return from injury. He also examines Aaron Rodgers comments that playing QB in the NFL is easier now than ever, gives his most hyped teams, explains why NIL is making CFB more interesting and reveals which week 1 storylines he'll have his eye on. Then, he runs explains why his 3 for the...

John reacts to College Football's opening weekend, including Bama dominating again despite losing stars from last years title team, and Florida State QB McKenzie Milton's inspirational comeback from a potentially career-ending leg injury (1:00). He also explains why he's not sold on the Rams D (19:00), if extending Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson is the smart move (29:00) how COVID DNP's will aff...

John previews the biggest storylines for the upcoming 2021 season, and gives his AFC and NFC divisional breakdowns, Top 3 hot seat coaching jobs, his biggest sleeper teams and his top players to watch. Follow John on Twitter and subscribe NOW to get all the latest 3 and Out content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

John explains why the Dolphins' public flirtations with Deshaun Watson put Tua in an impossible position, why cutting Cam isn't an indictment on Belichick, and gives some rapid fire takes on the top NFL headlines, including Urban Meyer's recent vaccine comment blunder, and Tony Dungy's pearl clutching take on sports gambling. He also looks at the big-time pressure facing Sark and Eddie O to open t...

In this episode, John talks QB's and why any GM would be insane to trade for Deshaun Watson right now, the challenges facing teams with unvaxxed QB's, and how Trey Lance/Jimmy G could both see significant PT this season (2:00). He also looks at why he's all in on Philip Rivers' move to high school coaching (12:00), his inside perspective on final cutdowns, why the trend of players sitting the enti...

In this episode, John discusses why he's not sold on Ben Roethlisberger's health because of an impressive preseason, why the Broncos played it too safe by naming Teddy Bridgewater the starter, why Belichick should move on from Cam in favor of rookie Mac Jones, and why he has major questions about Urban Meyer's college type approach to his first NFL training camp. He also answers listener questions...

In this episode, John discusses why Jameis Winston could be in for a huge comeback season in New Orleans, why Urban Meyer will be tested with more losing than he's ever experienced, how Patrick Mahomes' approach to the preseason is reminiscent of one Hall of Fame QB, why people need to pump the brakes on drooling over preseason QB performances, why the calls to start Justin Fields in Chicago are o...

In this episode, John looks at Cam Newton's impressive performance against Philly, if he should start over Mac Jones in week 1, if the Eagles can come back after two down seasons, and his take on the Seahawks deciding to extend Jamal Adams instead of franchise tagging him. He also looks at some interesting news and notes from around the league - including why Hard Knocks is irrelevant in 2021, and...

In this episode, John analyzes the different situations the rookie QB's are in, which should start or sit in week 1, what factors are working against Urban Meyer as he transitions to the NFL. He also gives his quick takes on the other top NFL headlines from the week, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!!...

In this episode, John explains why the NFL is the ultimate level playing field for late round/undrafted underdogs, why he sees major red flags with Dak Prescott's health based on the season premiere of Hard Knocks , why the Dolphins can't run from Tua being a bust, why Urban Meyer should name Trevor Lawrence the starter today, and quick takes on the other top headlines from the week. He also answe...

In this episode, John gives his takeaways from an impressive Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions, the massive Josh Allen extension, and takes you inside the insane life of an NFL scout during training camp. He also runs through the top headlines from the week and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn m...

In this episode, John gives his thoughts on Peyton Manning's Hall of Fame induction this weekend, why Trey Lance needs to start for the Niners, what he's hearing from his sources about the potential for a Deshaun Watson trade, he also hits the biggest headlines from around the league, including why he thinks Dan Campbell's meathead persona is misleading and why Joe Judge running the brakes off his...

In this episode, John dives deep into if there's a viable replacement for Carson Wentz that will allow the Colts to avoid an early season collapse, the case for starting rookie QB's in week 1, why NFL coaches have significantly more power than coaches in the other major sports. He also runs through the top headlines out of training camp, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. F...

In this episode, John reacts to Aaron Rodgers laying his problems with the Packers on the table in his first presser f training camp, Saints WR Michael Thomas, looks at the downside to the era of the soft training camp, and how front offices handle inevitable camp injuries differently. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get al...

In this episode, players are reporting to NFL training camps across the league and John is kicks things off by discussing Aaron Rodgers concluding his contentious offseason by reporting to training camp, why he's calling BS on rumors that teams are interested in trading for Deshaun Watson, why there's nothing like the level playing field of training camp evaluations, and why the era of rival colle...

In this episode, John explains why the news of Texas and Oklahoma looking to bounce from the Big 12 and join the SEC isn't surprising, why Big Ben showing up to camp looking out of shape are predictable, despite reports he was finally in great shape, and discusses the uncomfortable microscope that Mike McCarthy will be under on Hard Knocks. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mai...