3 and Out with John Middlekauff

In this episode, John discuses the biggest adjustments teams will have to make for the 2020 season with expanded rosters, and what makes Deshaun Watson worth every penny of his 4-year extension with the Texans. He also gives his division winner picks, his top 5 questions heading into the season, looks at the quarterback pictures for the Packers with Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love, and the Bears wit...

In this episode, John explains why although he sympathizes with Josh Rosen being drafted into a bad spot in Arizona, he deserves blame for failing in Miami, why Belichick deserves credit for his "buy low" acquisition of Cam Newton, and if a rookie celebrity coach - like Steve Nash with the Nets - could work in the NFL. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on t...

In this episode, John fires through a bunch of NFL headlines, including the Jags embarrassing week of cutting Leonard Fournette and trading Yanick Ngakoue, more evidence of Le'Veon Bell's decline, Mike McCarthy's paranoia on display in the recent Cowboys scrimmage without player names or numbers, more indecision from the B1G regarding playing a season, LSU wide receiver - and #1 WR prospect - Ja'M...

In this episode, John looks at the NFL getting yet another timing break by not having to confront the issue of players boycotting games in protest of police brutality during the season (yet), why he thinks Jeff Bezos will be the next Washington Football Team owner if Dan Snyder is forced to sell, and why he's not worried about reports of Jordan Love struggling early in Packers camp. He also answer...

In this episode, John looks at why the NFL can work despite not being in a 'bubble', why Earl thomas has become more of a headache than he's worth, why he thinks North Dakota State top QB prospect Trey Lance should pass on a one game showcase, why the Jags handling of the Yannick Ngakoue situation is just the latest sign of their incompetence. He also gives his best bets for conference winners, an...

In this episode, John discusses the trend of NFL teams limiting media access during training camp, why rookie hype during limited training camp won't necessarily translate to Week 1, why the cancellation of college football will it harder than ever to scout next year's draft prospects, and why Gronk's year off has him rejuvenated for his first season in Tampa. He also answers listener questions in...

In this episode, John dives into the beginning of training camp by looking at some early red flags from the beginning of Joe Judge's first Giants camp, why he's inspired by Alex Smith's determination to comeback from a near leg amputation, why he thinks D.K. Metcalf is about to breakout as a superstar wide receiver, and why he thinks Tom Brady will handle the adjustment of switching from Bill Beli...

In this episode, John explains why George Kittle and Travis Kelce are worth every penny of their record TE deals, gives his take on the debut episode of the Rams on HBO's Hard Knocks, Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott getting extended in Buffalo, and dives into Seattle cutting super smart rookie Kemah Siverand for trying to sneak a woman disguised as a player into the team hotel. He also answers lis...

In this episode, John tries to make sense of the chaos and uncertainty facing the future of this college football season, why the SEC's unwavering support for a season shows they just want it more, why Matt Rhule will have an advantage running, how coaches will adapt to a short NFL training camp period, the lack of the usual hype leading into the season, and why rookie QB's can succeed despite ste...

In this episode, John explains why he the Colts losing their offensive line coach Howard Mudd to a motorcycle accident is an absolutely massive blow to the Colts, why assistants and position coaches will be more important than ever in 2020, and reacts to the first college football Top 25 rankings. He also looks at Jon Gruden faking that he caught COVID, Derek Carr being fed up with criticism, 'Hol...

In this episode, John explains why the NFL can avoid the outside the bubble outbreaks that have plagued the early part of MLB's restart, why 2020 is going to be a brutal for late round rookies and undrafted free agents breaking into the league, and why an unjust tight end pay scale will prevent George Kittle from getting paid his true value. He also looks at Eagles HC Doug Pederson testing positiv...

In this episode, John explains why he thinks Bill Belichick will shine in 2020 despite the adversity of Brady leaving, COVID, and player opt-outs, and why the days of NBA stars making exponentially more money than NFL players are over. He also gives his biggest takeaways from the NFL players' Top 100 list, Mike Sando's QB tier list, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow...

In this episode, John breaks down both sides of the Jamal Adams trade, why he respects the Seahawks' all-in approach by making the deal, and why he thinks the Jets' haul sounds better than it actually is, why Adam Gase is dead man walking in New York, and why veteran locker room leadership will be more crucial than ever to control COVID. He also looks at some of the top headlines from around the l...

In this episode, John explains why he's fine with Dan Snyder choosing Washington Football Team as a 2020 placeholder before choosing a permanent new nickname, and why there could be considerably less preseason buzz because of a lack of constant training camp media coverage fans love to consume. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff a...

In this episode, John examines the effects of the NFL eliminating preseason games, his top 5 teams that are built to overcome the 2020 corona camp, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystud...

In this episode, John gives his thoughts on deals that got done under the deadline, the top players that got franchised, and the devastating Washington Post article depicting a chaotic, misogynistic dumpster fire that is Washington under Dan Snyder. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest con...

In this episode, John explains why the threat of losing money ultimately pushed Dan Snyder across the finish line to change the Redskins nickname, why winning is the best solution to re-brand the team, why it seems like the Cowboys are fine letting Dak Prescott play this season under the franchise tag, and why gamblers deserve transparency on players infected with the coronavirus. He also answers...

In this episode, John looks at some of the biggest potential hits the NFL could take in the COVID impacted 2020 season, why the Niners don't need to pay Raheem Mostert, and his thoughts on the controversy created by DeSean Jackson's anti-semitic social media post. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find...

In this episode, John gives his 3 biggest takeaways to Patrick Mahomes signing a historic 10-year deal with the Chiefs, explains why the NFL's ever increasing COVID protocols are unrealistic for teams to follow completely, examines how the Pac-12 continues to lose ground against the other Power-5 conferences, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMi...

In this episode, John takes you into the holiday weekend by answering listener questions in a gigantic 4th of July edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff on why everything about the Cam Newton signing is classic Bill Belichick, why Cam deserves credit for signing a 'prove it' deal with the Patriots, and which teams could look the worst if Newton bounces back. He also explains why having no fans will hit the Raiders harder than most organizations, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on...

In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Tom Brady is getting unfairly bashed for continuing his workouts despite the players' union policy request to stop, looks at some of the top headlines from today, including the no-brainer decision to cancel the Hall of Fame Game, and why Adam Gase continues to be a disaster. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @J...

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the Cowboys should let Dak Prescott play 2020 under the franchise tag before marrying him long-term to Mike McCarthy, his take on the recent spike in coronavirus positive tests at certain programs, gives his Top 5 NFL 2nd year breakout players in 2020, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go...

In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Kyle Shanahan needs to put together a string of consistent winning seasons to prove he's the next all-time great NFL coach. He also breaks down some of the unique challenges NFL scouts and front offices will face in the 2020 season, looks at the headlines from around the league - including Deebo Samuel's broken foot - and answers listener questions in the Middle...

In this episode, Middlekauff gives his take on Ezekiel Elliott testing positive for coronavirus, Kyle Shanahan's contract extension with the Niners, Jadeveon Clowney overestimating his market, why the teams that make the maximize their quarantine workouts will have a huge advantage when training camp starts. He also looks at some of the top headlines, including Oklahoma State Head Coach Mike Gundy...