3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 5min

Eagles PREPARED to win again, How will the Cowboys fare, Patriots REACTION to Belichick and UNC

The Eagles are revving up their engines, poised to dominate the NFC race. The Cowboys face a pivotal season—will they finally break through? A deep dive questions if it's the organization or the player responsible for quarterback success. Plus, insights on the NFL Sunday Ticket changes and viewer reactions. John also tackles pressing mailbag questions, revealing fan concerns and predictions about Belichick and the Patriots. It's a whirlwind of football analysis, player dynamics, and seasonal strategies!
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Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 9min

CONCERN for Micah's back, Super Bowl FAVORITES, Jaxson Dart named BACK-UP

Concerns around Micah Parsons' back injury are discussed, with insights on how it impacts both the Cowboys and the Packers. The host identifies Super Bowl favorites, highlighting dark horse contenders. Bill Belichick's unique approach to scouting at UNC practices raises eyebrows. Jaxson Dart's promotion to backup quarterback opens up discussions about Russell Wilson's future in New York. Listener questions are tackled in a lively mailbag segment, adding an interactive element to the conversation.
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Sep 2, 2025 • 50min

Bill Belichick's UNC Debut ends in BLOWOUT by TCU, Did the NFL FORCE Dallas to trade Parsons, What's WRONG with Bama

Bill Belichick's debut as UNC's head coach ends in a stunning blowout against TCU, raising questions about the team's talent and his recruitment strategy. The podcast discusses the growing talent gap in college football compared to the NFL, alongside trade speculation regarding Dallas and Micah Parsons. Listeners are treated to insights on defensive builds and coaching dynamics, particularly for struggling teams like Alabama. Additionally, audience questions and thoughts on quarterbacks and player roles add depth to the conversation.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 46min

INSTANT REACTION: Carson Beck & Miami OUTDUEL CJ Carr & Notre Dame

Joining John is Jackson Groff, a passionate Notre Dame fan, who brings insights into the Fighting Irish's season outlook after a tough loss to Miami. They dissect the crucial moments of the game and what it means for Notre Dame moving forward. John shares thoughts on Miami's strong performance under head coach Mario Cristobal. The discussion shifts to the implications of Alabama's defeat to Florida State, and they ponder which coaches might be on the hot seat following a high-stakes Week 1.
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Aug 30, 2025 • 32min

Instant REACTION to Arch Manning's debut and OSU taking down Texas

The hype was real, but Arch Manning just got handed his first big test, and Ohio State wasn’t messing around. John reacts to Texas-OSU as he breaks down every angle of the Longhorns’ loss, what this means for Arch moving forward, and how Texas stacks up after getting punched in the mouth by the Buckeyes. Credit where it’s due, Ohio State looked pretty solid, and that defense showed up. We also take a look around the college football world, including Deion Sanders’ rough debut at Colorado, and why the Buffaloes looked completely unprepared. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 15min

Dallas Cowboys TRADE Micah Parsons to Green Bay Packers

John Middlekauff REACTS to Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys trading their star edge rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for DT Kenny Clark and 2 1sts. John reaffirms his commitment to the Green Bay Packers as NFC North winners and believes they bolstered their defense to Super Bowl contender status. Next, John debates whether this was the right move for the Dallas Cowboys given the amount of money they've invested into QB Dak Prescott and the offense. John wraps up by debating whether the Parsons trade has similarities to when LA Charges LB Khalil Mack was traded from the Oakland Raiders to the Chicago Bears in the 2018 NFL season. 00:21 - Cowboys trade Micah Parsons to Packers10:12 - DraftKings11:30 - Micah Parsons-Khalil Mack trade comparisons Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 22min

Kauff on Campus, OSU–Texas Preview, Bill Belichick’s Debut,

John is joined once again this season by Jackson "don't call me an intern" Groff to break down a massive week 1 in football, starting with an OSU–Texas showdown that could shake up the playoff race.  He dives into Bill Belichick’s long-awaited debut in his new role, and why all eyes will be on the legendary coach.  Plus, who’s really the best returning QB in college football, and can he carry his team to the promised land? John also looks at the pressure weighing on Georgia this season as they try to keep their dynasty alive.  And of course, he closes with the best in-season bets you need to know right now. 11:11 - OSU - Texas Preview 23:09 - Belichick's debut with UNC 29:52 - Issues with the NIL and college football 40:00 - Best returning QB 58:59 - Pressure on Georgia 1:24:02 - Best in-season bets Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 26, 2025 • 54min

Colin Cowherd Podcast - BEST OF John Middlekauff - Broncos Incredible Turnaround, Packers Projections, Top 10 QBs, NFL Win Totals

Colin’s on vacation, so enjoy some of his best NFL takes along with “3 and Out” host John Middlekauff. Timeline: 3:45 Sean Payton’s incredible rebuild of the Denver Broncos 11:15 NFL win totals 26:45 Top 10 quarterbacks 35:00 “Culture builder” coaches 40:00 Disaster looming for the Dallas Cowboys? 57:45 Projections for the Packers (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 26, 2025 • 48min

FantasyPros expert Derek Brown talks OVERHYPED & UNDERHYPED NFL Fantasy Players

John is joined by Derek Brown of FantasyPros to preview the NFL season. The guys dive into who they think are the most overhyped and underhyped players heading into the season, what should be expected from Christian McCaffrey this season, and where he sees the Houston Texans going. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 58min

Eagles are Howie's team, Caleb needs to PROVE himself, Tommy Fleetwood finally wins

John discusses the offseason moves that the Eagles and Howie Roseman have made this year and how everything that the Eagles do during the offseason is based on what Howie feels is the right move for the team and not based on how the coaching staff feels about the players. Next, John talks about the importance of this upcoming season for Caleb Williams and how he needs to prove him to Ben Johnson or we could see the Bears move on from Williams. Later, John dives into the preseason and how useless it is for the players that already have a spot on a team. Finally, John talks about Tommy Fleetwood getting over the hump and finally winning on the Tour and then answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 4:39 - Eagles make trades 10:08 - Caleb needs to prove himself 22:30 - Preseason is useless 33:56 - Go Low/Tommy Fleetwood wins 42:58 - LIV Championship Playoff 52:43 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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