3 and Out with John Middlekauff

In this episode, John explains why he has questions about Zach Wilson to the Jets, why he's not buying Mac Jones to the Niners, and some other Draft predictions with two weeks out. He also looks at how Panthers OC Joe Brady and Sam Darnold can change each others NFL fortunes. why things look worse and worse for Deshaun Watson as more information comes out, and the pros and cons of the Rams skippin...

In this episode, John gives a scout's perspective on pre-draft meetings, building draft boards, and why draft decisions don't necessarily reflect the scouting department's opinions. He also discusses the annual pre-draft misinformation season, why it's incredible fans and media continue to take the same bait every single year, and looks at Deshaun Watson's suddenly uncertain NFL future, and answer...

In this episode, John dissects all the sides of the Jets trading Sam Darnold to the Panthers for both teams and defends increasingly polarizing Ohio State QB Justin Fields as the NFL Draft approaches. He also gives his takes on the top headlines from around the league 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 is coming in hot on a Saturday talking NFL Draft. He explains his scouting philosophy when it comes to defining value, the positions where he sees the most first round value, the positions where it pays to wait, why the 2nd and 3rd rounds are where to find max value, and why future picks aren't equal to current ones. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the lat...

In this episode, John shares some of his thoughts on the draft, including what he's hearing from his sources around the league and his doubts about BYU's Zach Wilson. He also explains why Robert Kraft's recent comments lend more fuel to the theory that he could cut eventually ties with Bill Belichick, why Daniel Jones and the Giants organization is under a ton of pressure, and answers listener que...

In this episode, John explains why the hyper-competitive NFC West forced the Niners to take a big swing and move up to the #3 pick, why draft QB intangibles matter so much, why pro days are more important for learning about a player's personality than his on-field performance, why the NFL allowing ESPN to flex out the MNF game is a huge improvement under the new TV deal, and answers listener quest...

In this episode, John reacts to the Niners trading up with the Dolphins to the #3 pick, which QB they should draft with the pick, how the Dolphins should use their haul of picks over the next several years, and how the Eagles should attack the draft after making a separate first round pick swap with Miami. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about yo...

In this episode, John looks at Washington Owner Daniel Snyder attempting to take total control over the WFT, why the corona year has helped make the NFL players' case against OTA's, and why Andy "QB1" Dalton is just the latest in a bizarre off-season QB market. He also runs down the top stories form around the league and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter...

In this episode, John explains why the NFL fans are driving the insane money behind the league's new TV deal, what's behind the Patriots atypical free agent spending spree, why the Colts unified coach/GM front will weather setbacks in the rebuilding of Carson Wentz, and why Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan's rivalry will only intensify in the coming years. He also runs down the top stories form around...

In this episode, John looks at the Bears and Seahawks failing to get the big deal done for Russell Wilson, why a crowded free agent wide receiver market is making it harder for pass catchers to fetch top dollar, what the NFL's massive new $100 billion TV deal means for the league and the other major sports. He also looks at the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in...

In this episode, John dives into the free agency frenzy by looking at Bill Belichick aggressive start to free agency, why the NFL needs the Bill to be relevant, what this year's free agency spending says about next year's cap, why the veteran QB market will have more impact on the season than free agency signings. He also looks at why Drew Brees is a lock to head to the SNF booth, breaks down the...

In this episode, John explains why it's clear Jon Gruden has no idea how to build a team, what Dak Prescott's new contract limits the Cowboys chances to win a Super Bowl, why Tom Brady continues to make it easier for his teams to win by taking a discount, why the middle class free agents are going to get hit the hardest during this offseason, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailb...

In this episode, John reacts to the Cowboys and Dak Prescott finally coming to terms on a long term deal and explains why he doesn't think Dak is worth top QB money. He also looks at the challenges facing teams evaluating college players during the pandemic, if the Eagles are making a mistake by reportedly building around Jalen Hurts, gives some rapid fire takes on this year's top draft QB prospec...

In this episode, John explains why the Russell Wilson/Seahawks divorce seems more inevitable every day, why Big Ben returning to Pittsburgh on a discount was his only option, what red flags he would avoid during free agency, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...

In this episode, John looks at JJ Watt signing with the Cardinals and why he thinks they overpaid, why Washington doesn't deserve blame for parting ways with Alex Smith, why Russell Wilson doesn't have it as bad as he thinks, why there's no excuse for Jim Harbaugh's compete incompetence in recruiting QB's, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCR...

In this episode, John discusses the fallout from Russell Wilson's emerging power struggle with Pete Carroll over the direction of the franchise, why the price for the NFL TV deal is going to keep getting crazier as Amazon enters the picture, and why the NFLPA should pony up for better representation. John also offers some somber thoughts on how much Tiger Woods has impacted his life as a sports fa...

In this episode, John discusses why Carson Wentz has zero excuses after forcing a trade to the Colts, why David Tepper's billions can't solve his QB problems, if Mac Jones is a better NFL prospect than Tua, and what goes into a team cutting veteran cap casualties. He also runs down some of the top NFL headlines and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag, Follow John on Twitter and S...

In this episode, John discusses the massive "dead cap" hit the Eagles are taking by dealing Carson Wentz to the Colts, and why Philly is willing to take the hit. He also has an extended conversation with former Pro Bowl kicker Blair Walsh who shares an inside look at life as a kicker in the NFL pressure cooker, memorable makes, devastating misses, and trying to stay in the NFL. Follow John on Twit...

In this episode, John looks at how the Patriots famous "culture" has taken a hit with Brady winning in Tampa, why JJ Watt should give the Bucs a look, the pros and cons of of Sam Darnold for the Jets, why Urban Meyer is in for an NFL reality check, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag, Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about yo...

In this episode, John turns the corner into the offseason by explaining why the Bucs need to stay aggressive, why Tom Brady getting sauced makes him more relatable, why the marriage between Russell Wilson and the Seahawks feels like it's on the rocks, why the Cowboys should wait (again) to pay Dak. He also gives his take on Urban Meyer taking for hiring Iowa's disgraced former strength coach, othe...

In this episode, John reacts to Brady winning his unprecedented 7th ring, how some luck led to the marriage between the two, why the Bucs again proved that NFL football is still won on the offensive and defensive lines, why Patrick Mahomes was impressive, looks at Deshaun Watson, Carson Wentz and the rest of the QB's in a volatile offseason market, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff...

In this episode, John explains why Patrick Mahomes is the only modern QB who even has a chance to chase Brady and gives his Super Bowl pick, favorite prop bets, and keys to the game. He also dives into Carson Wentz trade rumors, Deshaun Watson's trade value, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn mor...

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In this episode, John looks at the impact that Matt Stafford to the Rams will have on the NFL, and how the remaining dominoes will fall around the NFL for the rest of the teams looking for a QB. He also looks at the top storylines around the league, including new Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni's disastrous intro presser, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Tw...

In this episode, John discusses Deshaun Watson ending speculation by formally demanding a trade, why he views the Texans hire of lifetime assistant David Culley as a stop gap coach heading into a total rebuild, which traits make Tom Brady the G.O.A.T., and why Aaron Rodgers has massive leverage over the Packers. He also explains why things are getting really ugly between the Rams and Jared Goff an...