

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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Apr 13, 2021 • 58min
Draft Predictions; Darnold/Joe Brady Marriage; Deshaun Watson Issues; Edelman Respect; Mailbag
In this episode, John explains why he has questions about Zach Wilson to the Jets, why he's not buying Mac Jones to the Niners, and some other Draft predictions with two weeks out. He also looks at how Panthers OC Joe Brady and Sam Darnold can change each others NFL fortunes. why things look worse and worse for Deshaun Watson as more information comes out, and the pros and cons of the Rams skipping college pro days, He also gives his thoughts on Julian Edelman retiring, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2021 • 49min
Inside Pre-Draft Meetings, Lying SZN, Deshaun Watson Dropped
In this episode, John gives a scout's perspective on pre-draft meetings, building draft boards, and why draft decisions don't necessarily reflect the scouting department's opinions. He also discusses the annual pre-draft misinformation season, why it's incredible fans and media continue to take the same bait every single year, and looks at Deshaun Watson's suddenly uncertain NFL future, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2021 • 59min
Darnold Trade Dissection, Defending Justin Fields; Headlines; Mailbag
In this episode, John dissects all the sides of the Jets trading Sam Darnold to the Panthers for both teams and defends increasingly polarizing Ohio State QB Justin Fields as the NFL Draft approaches. He also gives his takes on the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 3, 2021 • 22min
**Weekend Draft Special** -- Middlekauff's Value Philosophy by Position, Player, Round
In this episode, John is coming in hot on a Saturday talking NFL Draft. He explains his scouting philosophy when it comes to defining value, the positions where he sees the most first round value, the positions where it pays to wait, why the 2nd and 3rd rounds are where to find max value, and why future picks aren't equal to current ones. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2, 2021 • 58min
Draft Thoughts; Zach Wilson Doubts; More Bad Kraft/Belichick Vibes; Daniel Jones Pressure Cooker; Mailbag
In this episode, John shares some of his thoughts on the draft, including what he's hearing from his sources around the league and his doubts about BYU's Zach Wilson. He also explains why Robert Kraft's recent comments lend more fuel to the theory that he could cut eventually ties with Bill Belichick, why Daniel Jones and the Giants organization is under a ton of pressure, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 30, 2021 • 56min
NFC West Arms Race; Draft QB Intangibles; Pro Day Overreaction; MNF Flex Lifeline; Mailbag
In this episode, John explains why the hyper-competitive NFC West forced the Niners to take a big swing and move up to the #3 pick, why draft QB intangibles matter so much, why pro days are more important for learning about a player's personality than his on-field performance, why the NFL allowing ESPN to flex out the MNF game is a huge improvement under the new TV deal, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 2021 • 22min
**Emergency Trade Pod** Niners QB Options at #3? -- Dolphins Moves -- Eagles Plan
In this episode, John reacts to the Niners trading up with the Dolphins to the #3 pick, which QB they should draft with the pick, how the Dolphins should use their haul of picks over the next several years, and how the Eagles should attack the draft after making a separate first round pick swap with Miami. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 2021 • 55min
Dan Snyder Double Down; OTA Pushback; Bizarro QB Market Continues; Headlines; Mailbag
In this episode, John looks at Washington Owner Daniel Snyder attempting to take total control over the WFT, why the corona year has helped make the NFL players' case against OTA's, and why Andy "QB1" Dalton is just the latest in a bizarre off-season QB market. He also runs down the top stories form around the league and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 2021 • 1h 7min
Fans Drive TV Deal; Pats FA Spending Spree; Wentz Rebuild Timetable; McVay/Shanahan Rivalry; Headlines; Mailbag
In this episode, John explains why the NFL fans are driving the insane money behind the league's new TV deal, what's behind the Patriots atypical free agent spending spree, why the Colts unified coach/GM front will weather setbacks in the rebuilding of Carson Wentz, and why Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan's rivalry will only intensify in the coming years. He also runs down the top stories form around the league and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!!5. NFL StoriesMailbag Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2021 • 59min
Bears Blow it; Flooded WR Market; Bigtime NFL TV Deal Bank $$$; Top Headlines; Mailbag
In this episode, John looks at the Bears and Seahawks failing to get the big deal done for Russell Wilson, why a crowded free agent wide receiver market is making it harder for pass catchers to fetch top dollar, what the NFL's massive new $100 billion TV deal means for the league and the other major sports. He also looks at the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


