

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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May 9, 2025 • 41min
3 & Out - Massive Mailbag
John answers all of your questions in this episode's massive mailbag segment. 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 #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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May 8, 2025 • 1h 34min
3 & Out - Cowboys trade for Pickens, Aaron Rodgers' future, Willie Colon joins the pod
John opens the pod reacting to the news of the day that the Dallas Cowboys have traded for George Pickens for a 3rd round pick. John offers his feelings on the trade and if the Cowboys have turned into the team that other teams call to get rid of players because it's easy to sell Jerry Jones on players that they don't want. Next, John talks about Aaron Rodgers and if there is still the possibility of Rodgers signing with the Steelers. Lastly, John is joined by Super Bowl champion, former Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets guard Willie Colon. Colon discusses why coaches are a big element of football as well as what it means to criticize players as a former player turned analyst. Willie also discusses the saga with Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers, as well as how the trade of George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys should help them, short term, but Dak Prescott needs a running game. 5:07 - Cowboys trade for Pickens 21:00 - Aaron Rodgers future 29:07 - Microsoft 39:10 - Willie Colon joins the pod 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.

May 7, 2025 • 57min
Go Low - Scottie is the best, Where is Jordan's game, Weekend's best bets
John Middlekauff dives into Scottie Scheffler's domination from this past weekend and talks about how he is so much better than everyone else right now. Next, John talks about Jordan Speith and if we'll ever see the Jordan we saw years ago. Later, John gives you his best picks for this weekend's tournament. 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 #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 6, 2025 • 1h 13min
3 & Out - Ravens release Tucker, DC gets the NFL Draft, Michigan suspends Moore
John opens the week talking about the news of the day out of Baltimore where the Ravens have released Justin Tucker and if Tucker being released only had to do with his off the field allegations or if it also had to do with his drop-off last season. Next, John dives into how much has changed in Washington DC over the last few years with the football organization and how they've gone from being a horribly run organization to a team that looks to be on the rise, on the verge of getting a new stadium, and getting the NFL Draft in 2027. Later, John discusses Matt Stafford taking a pay-cut for the Rams, and finally, the reaction to Michigan self imposing a two game ban for their head coach. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:07 - Ravens release Justin Tucker 10:30 - Washington DC gets the draft 15:09 - Matt Stafford takes a pay cut 24:57 - Michigan suspends head coach 41:12 - 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.

May 4, 2025 • 31min
3 & Out - Best of The Week: What are the Browns doing, The latest with Belichick, Draft grades
This week on the podcast John discussed the latest with the Cleveland Browns and their QB room, the wild interview that Bill Belichick did on CBS, and he wraps up the draft coverage by talking about draft grades. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 2, 2025 • 1h 8min
3 & Out - Fugazi Friday, Mailbag
John opens the podcast diving into his Fugazi Friday and it's one that many people likely will agree with. Next, John answers your questions in this episode's massive mailbag segment. 5:07 - Fugazi Friday 11:33 - 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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May 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
3 & Out - Latest with Bill Belichick, Prank phone call fallout, Final thoughts on the draft
The latest buzz around Bill Belichick's interview raises eyebrows and discussions on strategy. A prank call incident involving the Falcons' OC's son adds a humorous yet controversial twist. Final thoughts on the draft reveal shifting dynamics in college football and player compensation. Insights into team strategies highlight how alumni influences and personal anecdotes shape decision-making. Plus, engage with listener questions that dive deeper into the NFL's evolving landscape and scouting tactics.

Apr 30, 2025 • 60min
3 & Out - George Kittle gets a new contract, Drafting character red flags, Go Low
John opens the podcast talking about George Kittle's new contract and how this was by far the right move for the 49ers and how when you have a player like Kittle, you do everything you need to do to hang on to guys like him. Next, John talks about the top QB's in the league and how a majority of them were drafted in the first round and guys like Dak, and Purdy are outliers. Later, he talks about drafting players that have character red flags. Finally, it's the return of Go Low and John dives into the biggest stories in the world of golf and he also answers your questions. 4:45 - George Kittle's new contract 10:24 - Rookie QB class 15:37 - Drafting character red flags 32:30 - Go Low 41:18 - Colin fired his caddie 48:33 - 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.

Apr 29, 2025 • 55min
3 & Out - Draft Grades, Does it matter where you go to school, Does Shedeur like the attention
John does a massive mailbag that is centered around answering your draft questions. He dives into his thoughts on giving draft grades immediately after the draft, if it matters to teams where players went to college and how much of an impact the school could make on where you get picked. He also dives into a bunch of Shedeur questions and if after everything that has happened with him, does he like the attention that he's been getting. All that and more! 5:25 - Mailbag 12:34 - Does the school matter 15:04 - Does Shedeur like the attention 30:55 - Why did Ewers go so late 50:31 - Is Cam Ward the least talked about #1 pick 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 #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 2025 • 35min
3 & Out - What are the Browns doing, Shedeur's prank caller, Belichick's interview on CBS
John opens the week talking about the Browns draft and how they are going to handle drafting multiple QB's when the season starts and what the thought the process was to draft both QB's. He also discusses the look on the front office staff's face after drafting Sanders. Next, John talks about the prank call that went viral on Day 1 of the draft and how it ended up being a son of an Atlanta Falcons coach. Later, John reacts to the interview that Bill belichick did with CBS and the awkwardness that took place with his girlfriend acting like his PR staff. 4:40 - What are the Browns doing 15:00 - Prank call 23:51 - Belichick's interview on CBS 30:13 - College football conferences 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 #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


