

3 and Out with John Middlekauff
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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff gives his one-of-a-kind perspective on the latest stories in college and pro football.
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Jun 14, 2019 • 27min
Pats should pursue Texans' tampering; No "new" Kirk Cousins; Earl Thomas' Seattle shade
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Belichick and the Patriots pursuing tampering charges against the Texans over contact with Nick Cesario for their GM position, why Kirk cousins will always be limited despite Vikings changes to the offense, and why Earl Thomas' comments on the simplicity of the Seahawks D aren't as bad as they appear.Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 11, 2019 • 48min
Wentz deal worth it; Jets new GM won't have instant impact; Meaningless minicamp holdouts; Middlekauff Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the Eagles were smart to sign Carson Wentz because the price will only get steeper, why the Jets and Texans new GM's won't be able to have much immediate impact due draft and free agency being done, why minicamp holdouts don't have much impact on their own, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 7, 2019 • 50min
Kitchens faces impossible expectations; Invisible stars in bad markets; Rookie QB minicamp overreactions; Middlekauff Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff explains why it will be almost impossible for Freddie Kitchens to live up to expectations in his first year as an NFL coach, why Chandler Jones is invisible in Arizona, despite putting up huge numbers, and why people are severely overreacting to rookie QB minicamp performances. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 4, 2019 • 1h 2min
18 game NFL season inevitable; Beer chugging phenomenon; NFL and AAF GM Phil Savage goes inside the AAF collapse
In this episode, Middlekauff explains why an 18 game NFL season is an inevitability, why the recent social media phenomenon of NFL players chugging beers is relatable to the common fan, and talks with former NFL and AAF GM Phil Savage on what went wrong with the AAF, why he has no regrets about taking the job, and working with Saban and Belichick. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 31, 2019 • 44min
Odell/Freddie Kitchens tension rising; Baker hype out of control; XXL Middlekauff Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the increasing tension between Odell Beckham and Freddie Kitchens, why Odell is blowing it by missing OTA's, why the pre-season hype surrounding Baker Mayfield is out of control and is creating unrealistic expectations, and answers listener questions in a massive Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 2019 • 32min
NFL "Max" QB's; Brady the G.O.A.T. teammate; Lamar Jackson has problems
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at which quarterbacks would be considered "max" players by NBA standards, how paying the right or wrong QB can affect a team, why Tom Brady is still proving he's an elite teammate by connecting with younger players, and why Lamar Jackson's throwing issues are going to be big problem in Baltimore. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 2019 • 46min
Edelman smart to stay a Pat; Rookie OTA injury bug; Middlekauff Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff explains why Julian Edelman was smart to sign the extension that all but guarantees he'll finish his career as a Patriot, his impressions, his theory behind the recent rookie mini-camp injury bug around the NFL, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 21, 2019 • 41min
Reuben Foster's Finished; Carr's all-time bad Montana take; Gerald McCoy best fits; Middlekauff's Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Reuben Foster may be finished in the NFL after his ACL tear, why NFL Analyst David Carr's take that Joe Montana isn't a Top 10 all-time QB is historically terrible, where Gerald McCoy goes after being cut from Tampa, how the Cowboy's should handle Amari Cooper's contract, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 2019 • 57min
Jets GM mess; NFL doesn't need a draft lottery; Guest: Oklahoma Dir. Player Personnel Drew Hill on Baker, Kyler and Jalen Hurts
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the aftermath of the Jets firing GM Mike Maccagnan in favor of Adam Gase, why the NFL doesn't need an NBA-type lottery, and talks with University Oklahoma director of Player Personnel on the programs big time recruiting momentum, having the last two #1 picks in the NFL Draft, what he expects out of Jalen Hurts in his first year in Norman, and why CeeDee Lamb will have a huge year. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 2019 • 55min
Warriors/Patriots culture parallels; Bad look for Le'Veon; Dallas should wait to pay Dak; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the similarities between Warriors and Patriots' cultures, why Le'Veon Bell missing Jets mini camp is a terrible look, why Dallas shouldn't be in a hurry to pay Dak, and answers listener questions in a post-NFL Draft Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


