

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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Jan 27, 2020 • 35min
KOBE; Super Bowl Week; Justin Herbert Draft Stock; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff steps away from football to remember Kobe Bryant after his tragic passing, looks at his top storylines for Super Bowl week, the rising draft stock of Oregon QB Justin Herbert, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2020 • 46min
Reid vs. Shanahan Matchup; Moves That Shaped Super Bowl LIV; Middlekauff's Offseason QB Carousel; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the powerhouse Andy Reid vs. Kyle Shanahan Super Bowl coaching matchup, the moves that shaped the Chiefs/Niners Super Bowl; how he sees an offseason of potential QB movement playing out, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 2020 • 55min
Andy Delivers; Mahomes' League Now; Shanahan's Earned Rep; Around The League; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Andy Reid finally getting back to the Super Bowl after a string of championship game disappointments, why Patrick Mahomes is so unique compared to all other NFL QB's, why Kyle Shanahan earned his way to becoming one of the top coaches in the NFL despite having famous coaching dad, and gives his take on headlines from around the league. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2020 • 50min
Nomad Coaching Life; Joe Brady Express; Reid/Rodgers Pressure; AFC/NFC Championship Previews ATS; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff explains why football coaches are the ultimate nomads of professional sports coaches, looks at the meteoric rise of Panthers coordinator Joe Brady, why he could be a head coaching candidate next year if he stays hot, looks at the pressure on Andy Reid and Aaron Rodgers on championship weekend, and previews the AFC and NFC Championship games. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 14, 2020 • 1h 20min
Burrow/Eddy O Immortality; Lawrence Dud; Mahomes Avalanche; Niner Tough; Vrabel Is Parcells 2.0; Quick Hits
In this episode, Middlekauff gives his takeaways from LSU's national championship game win over Clemson, Joe Burrow's case for the greatest CFB year ever, Eddy O's Louisiana immortality, and Trevor Lawrence not rising to the moment. He also explains why Patrick Mahomes is already an all-time great, looks at the Niners physical dominance in beating down the Vikings, why he Mike Vrabel is Parcells 2.0, looks at the Kevin Stefanski hire in Cleveland, and other headlines from around the league. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 2020 • 1h 6min
Crazy NFL Coordinator Money; Joe Judge/Matt Rhule Hirings; Rooney Rule Fail; Divisional Round Previews; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the insane amount of money being paid to NFL assistants, why it reflects the NFL's booming business, gives his take on the hirings of Matt Rhule in Carolina and Joe Judge with the Giants, He also previews the divisional round games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 7, 2020 • 59min
McCarthy/Dallas Makes Sense; Post-Pats Dynasty NFL; Wild Card Takes; Stacked Playoff QB Field; Top Headline Hurry Up
In this episode, Middlekauff breaks down the Cowboys moving quickly to hire Mike McCarthy after stalling on Jason Garrett's firing, why he likes the move for Dallas, why the end of the Patriots' dynasty will be difficult to replace from an interest standpoint, his take on the weekend Wild Card games, and why the stacked QB playoff field shows teams without true franchise QB's are wasting time. He also discusses some of the hottest NFL headlines and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 3, 2020 • 53min
Urban to Dallas Risk/Reward; SEC's Just Better; Wild Card Preview; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the possibility of Urban Meyer to Dallas, the risks involved for both sides, and why SEC haters look ridiculous arguing it's not the #1 conference. He also previews this weekend's Wild Card games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 31, 2019 • 1h 1min
NFL Coaching Carousel; Playoff Team Quick Takes; Burrow's G.O.A.T. Season; Top League Headlines; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the NFL coaching casualties, why massive league money has made teams less patient with coaches, his take on each playoff team as they head into the postseason, why Joe Burrow winning a national championship could make his year the greatest college football season ever. He also runs down the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 2019 • 45min
Niners/Seahawks Game of the Week; Beast Mode Hype; Full Week 17 Preview; Mailbag
In this episode, Middlekauff looks ahead to the Niners/Seahawks game of the week that will decide the NFC West, the hype surrounding Marshawn Lynch's return, and why this is Kyle Shanahan's moment to shine. He also previews the week 17 slate of games and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


