3 and Out with John Middlekauff

Browns found their "gap" coach, Why McCarthy gets no respect, Mailbag

Jan 29, 2026
Discussion of the Browns hiring Todd Monken and why it feels like a temporary 'gap' solution. A take on why Mike McCarthy gets little respect despite his resume. A rapid-fire mailbag answering listener questions on coaching moves, roster fits, parenting tips, and league hiring trends.
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ANECDOTE

John's C-Section Experience

  • John recounts his own C-section experience and how nurses gave intensive support in the first days.
  • He emphasizes that partners mostly provide emotional support while medical staff handle clinical tasks.
ADVICE

Master The Car Seat Before Discharge

  • Before leaving the hospital, learn how to properly install and use the car seat for the baby.
  • Middlekauff stresses car-seat knowledge because hospital staff won't assist with that at discharge.
INSIGHT

Consumers, Not Owners, Killed Sports Sections

  • Legacy newspapers declined because consumers changed platforms, not solely due to single owners like Bezos.
  • Middlekauff says media failed to adapt to new consumer habits and thus lost relevance.
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