3 and Out with John Middlekauff Colin Cowherd Podcast - Stafford To Giants? Bills Should Trade For Garrett, NFL Combine Preview, Is Streaming Bad For Sports? Travis Hunter Should Play CB
Feb 24, 2025
Colin Cowherd is joined by John Middlekauff, a former NFL scout and host of the '3 and Out' podcast. They discuss the implications of ESPN dropping MLB and highlight the success of the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey tournament. The conversation turns to Matthew Stafford possibly being traded to the Giants, and they debate the best landing spots for Sam Darnold. As they preview the NFL combine, they emphasize its importance for player evaluations and ponder the Bills trading for Myles Garrett to enhance their Super Bowl chances.
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Patriotism in Sports
- Injecting patriotism into sports boosts viewership, as seen with the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey tournament.
- However, consistent viewership requires more than just patriotism, as seen with the Women's World Cup.
Baseball's National Decline
- Baseball's national popularity has declined, with only local teams drawing consistent viewership.
- Unlike football, nationally televised baseball games struggle to attract viewers, even if the teams are good.
Basketball's Accessibility
- Basketball's inherent accessibility and star power contribute to its popularity.
- Unlike expensive sports like hockey or golf, basketball is ingrained in American culture.