

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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Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 21min
3 and Out - Media Night, Kingsbury is back in the NFL, why Vrabel is not in the NFL
John dives into Super Bowl Media Day and how despite all of the success the NFL as a league, the media continues to be extremely hard on Roger Goodell, did the Washington Commanders get it right by taking a chance and hiring Kliff Kingsbury as their new OC, should Ben Johnson have handled his head coaching process better, and the reason why Mike Vrabel didn't get a head coaching job in the league. 6:16 - Media Day Drama 9:10 - Media Day 12:23 - Goodell vs. The Media 18:05 - Kliff Kingsbury is Washington's OC 27:29 - Ben Johnson's situation 34:02 - Mike Vrabel not in the NFL 49:30 - Mailbag 50:02 - Will Canada get an NFL team 53:30 - What's going on in NOLA 56:30 - What would it mean if Purdy lost the SB 1:02:03 - Best College vs. Worst NFL 1:15:05 - How will the Super Bowl play out 1:20:57 - Could Harbaugh and the Chargers fail 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.

Feb 5, 2024 • 30min
3 and Out - Super Bowl Week, Vegas is actually getting a Super Bowl
John dives into Super Bowl week and the importance of actually winning the big game, how Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and the Chiefs are chasing All-Time Greatness, and will Kyle Shanahan get over the hump and win the Super Bowl. John also talks about the Super Bowl being in Vegas, shows how much the attitude in the NFL has changed. 6:44 - Super Bowl week 10:11 - Kyle Shanahan needs to get over the hump 24:42 - Vegas is actually hosting a Super Bowl 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.

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 7min
3 and Out - Dan Quinn to Washington, Kyle Shanahan knew Purdy was the future, Leak-Gate in NY
John dives into the Commanders hiring Dan Quinn as their new head coach and why even though Quinn wouldn't have been a good hire in Seattle, he works in Washington, what does he bring to Washington, and can he have a future with the Commanders. John also discusses Jed York's comments on how Shanny told him two years ago that Brock Purdy was the future, and how Robert Saleh had a meeting with all of his coaches to find out who the leak within the organization is. 6:27 - Dan Quinn to Washington 19:41 - No more HC openings 20:38 - Kyle Shanahan knew Purdy was the future 32:39 - More problems with the Jets 42:44 - Mailbag 43:05 - Rating the new GM hires 44:30 - Should the Bears trade the number 9 pick 45:19 - How to fix the Jets 51:45 - Would the 49ers be interested in Cousins 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.

Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 4min
Go Low - LIV vs. PGA, Jason Sobel stops by, what we can expect from Tiger Woods
John is back talking about Golf in this season's first episode of Go Low. He dives into the latest between LIV vs the PGA, and what the future of the sport looks like. Jason Sobel from The Action Network is also back this year as the guys talk about the state of golf, what's going on with Anthony Kim, the latest with Tiger Woods. 5:21 - LIV Tour vs. PGA Tour 30:15 - Jason Sobel 32:00 - The state of golf 44:15 - What's going on with Anthony Kim 56:06 - Lugvig Áberg makes golf look so easy 59:12 - The latest with Tiger Woods 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.

Jan 31, 2024 • 48min
3 and Out - Ben Johnson staying in Detroit, Arthur Smith to Pittsburgh, Mailbag
John dives into the news that Ben Johnson is going to stay in Detroit, why would he forego head coaching opportunities two years in a row, will his stock ever be higher, what's expected from the Lions now their coaches are coming back. Also, Pittsburgh makes a huge splash by bringing in Arthur Smith to bolster their offense. Later, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:38 - Ben Johnson is staying in Detroit 18:54 - Arthur Smith is so important 34:55 - Mailbag 35:17 - Why do the 49ers struggle against the run 37:38 - Why would Ben Johnson turn down HC jobs 40:51 - What will the Commanders do 46:34 - Adam Silver gets extended 47:49 - NFL in Mexico is growing 50:30 - What does the Seahawks offseason look like 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.

Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 12min
3 and Out - Early Super Bowl preview, Tom Brady vs. Greg Olsen, Eagles hire coaches
John gives his very early Super Bowl preview on the heels of the AFC and NFC Championship Games, he dives into Dan Campbell's in-game decisions and how as a head coach you need to be able to adjust to playing in the playoffs and to know when it's the right time to be aggressive. Also, Tom Brady is coming back to the NFL...well the broadcast booth and will likely take the number one job with FOX and send Greg Olsen to the number two broadcast team. Lastly, the Eagles have finally hired a coaching staff and on paper it looks like they've made some really good hires. Later, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:19 - Early Super Bowl Preview 13:53 - Dan Campbell conversation 31:03 - Watch out, Greg Olsen 34:05 - The Eagles have coaches 41:21 - Mailbag 41:33 - Is Mahomes the best ever 42:59 - Can the NFL review plays after the game 45:44 - Lamar, Burrow, or Allen 1:00:52 - Lamar didn't have a chance because of coaching 1:04:14 - Why is age such an issue at the draft 1:09:50 - The Lions didn't make the wrong decision 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.

Jan 29, 2024 • 28min
3 and Out - NFC Championship and AFC Championship Reaction
John reacts to the 49ers beating the Lions in a game that Detroit had a 17-point lead. Did Detroit blow the game when they decided to go for a 4th down instead of a FG, it's time to stop staying Brock Purdy doesn't belong after the way he dug deep to help find a way for his team come back and win. Also, Kansas City just has "it" when it comes to big games, was this win over the Ravens one of the biggest of Andy Reid's career, and Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Andy Reid know what they need when it comes to winning a Super Bowl. 5:11 - Lions-Niners Reaction 13:51 - Ravens-Chiefs Reaction 28:06 - Weekend Recap 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.

Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 12min
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Ravens & Lions Meltdown, Mahomes Greatest QB Ever, Super Bowl Preview, NFL’s Dominance
Colin reacts to the Chiefs dominant performance over the Ravens! He’s completely baffled by the Ravens decision to abandon their running game (3:30) and analyzes Lamar Jackson’s late game meltdown (7:00). He also points to Andy Reid’s coaching for the late season improvement in the Chiefs offense (10:30). Then John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” joins Colin to discuss both games. They debate how much blame should be assigned to Dan Campbell for his aggressive play calling that backfired (17:30) and give their takeaways from Brock Purdy’s performance (21:30). They break down the missteps in the Ravens game plan and why they forced Lamar to try to play hero ball and bailing on the running game (33:00). Colin declares Patrick Mahomes the greatest quarterback he’s ever seen (38:30) and gives credence to the narrative that Lamar Jackson shrinks in the playoffs (46:00). They look ahead to the Super Bowl between the 49ers and Chiefs (55:00) and discuss the reasons why the NFL has completely pulled away from other sports as the most dominant cultural force in America. (01:00:00) (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 2024 • 41min
3 and Out - Weekend Mailbag
John answers your questions in a special weekend mailbag podcast. 5:27 - What should the Bears do with their second pick 7:18 - Who will be the second QB off the board 10:09 - What changes should the Chargers make 21:54 - Should Golf start to cater towards betting 29:06 - What would you do as the Giants GM 32:57 - Stop putting Josh Allen ahead of Patrick and Lamar 36:02 - Should the Broncos trade for a QB or draft one 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.

Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 24min
3 and Out - Is the Patriot Way dead, Harbaugh Brothers take over the NFL, Jared Goff is being forgotten about, Fugazi Friday
John dives into the news the Raheem Morris is slated to be the Falcons head coach over Bill Belichick. Are the Falcons making the right move by hiring Morris instead of Belichick if the idea is to win now, after getting passed up by Atlanta, will Belichick ever coach in the NFL again, and should he look to get into broadcasting. Also, when it comes to coaching, will the Harabaugh's take over the NFL, is the NFL media doing Jared Goff a disservice by not spending any time talking about him, and the return of Fugazi Friday. Later, John is joined by Stuckey from The Action Network to discuss the Conference Championship games and give you the best bets for the weekend. 5:47 - Is the Patriot Way dead 19:19 - Will the Harbaugh's run the NFL 27:02 - No one talks about Goff 34:09 - Fugazi Friday 45:10 - Championship Round Best Bets w/Stuckey 47:51 - NFC Championship Game 1:06:36 - AFC Championship Game 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.


