3 and Out with John Middlekauff

John is back reacting to Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh Steelers, led by QB Russell Wilson and defensive superstar TJ Watt, defeating the struggling New York Giants on Monday Night Football by a score of 26-18. John salutes Mike Tomlin’s squad after climbing to the top of the AFC North with a Lamar Jackson & Baltimore Ravens loss this past Sunday. Despite all of the question marks surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers, Middlekauff breaks down how Russell Wilson, George Pickens and the Steelers are surprisingly competitive before diving into how Wilson, the veteran QB, took back the starting job from Justin Fields earlier this season. Next, Middlekauff goes off on the hapless New York Giants and Brian Daboll, who has been coaching well, despite falling to 2-6 on the season putting them in the cellar of the NFC East. Then, John explains why Giant QB1 Daniel Jones is the “worst type of athlete” before going into the numbers on the former Duke signal caller. John goes on to explain why the New York Giants and New York Jets would kill for the front office success of the New York Yankees or New York Mets. Finally, another electric edition of Outhouse and Penthouse featuring Patrick Mahomes & the Kansas City Chiefs, the red-hot Detroit Lions and more. 3:10 - Giants at Steelers reaction 24:54 - NFL Penthouse & Outhouse 37:45 - Tyrique Stevenson cost Bears the game 44:02 - Questioning Anthony Richardson's competitive nature 52:03 - The power of good coaching 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 #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to another electric Sunday of NFL football, capped by a matchup between Dak Prescott, Ceedee Lamb and the Dallas Cowboys against Brock Purdy’s San Francisco 49ers. Middlekauff explains how the San Francisco 49ers have a challenging but realistic path to winning the NFC West after “the better team won” against the Dallas Cowboys. John breaks down how a late game interception from Dak Prescott cost the Cowboys in a 30-24 loss and explains why Jerry Jones and America’s Team could get lost in the shuffle as the NFC playoff race begins to shake out. Then, John salutes the Washington Commanders and star rookie QB, and former Heisman Trophy winner, Jayden Daniels for a miraculous Hail Mary that secured an 18-15 victory over former No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears. Next, Middlekauff sounds off on the rest of the NFL action throughout the day and dives into another edition of Overrated/Underrated before hitting on some of the weekend’s biggest College Football games. 6:37 - Sunday Night Football reaction 29:29 - Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary 34:33 - Overrated s. Underrated 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 #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the week 8 NFL action! They start with Sunday Night Football and the Niners holding off the Cowboys. They point the finger at Jerry Jones for signing bad contracts and mismanaging team personnel (7:00) and point out that Brock Purdy and Dak Prescott are very similar quarterbacks…with wildly different paychecks (15:00) Then, they break down a crazy hail-mary finish between the Commanders and Bears and rip the Bears for their absolutely horrific offensive game plan and explain why they made a mistake drafting wide receiver Rome Odunze instead of drafting an offensive lineman (30:30). They point to a total “systemic breakdown” for the Jets after their third straight loss since firing Robert Salah and highlight their defense getting progressively worse (40:00). They both agree Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson can’t function as an NFL quarterback and agree that if the Colts want to win they need to start Joe Flacco (55:00). They call the Eagles win over the Bengals one of their most important, and call out Bengals ownership for being cheap and refusing to support Joe Burrow with a quality supporting cast and coach (01:09:00), and contrast that to the coaching job Sean Payton has done with the Broncos in order to get a subpar roster to a 5-3 start (01:17:00). Finally, they discuss the huge ratings so far for the Yankees vs Dodgers World Series and point out to the star studded lineups for both teams as one of the drivers of huge fan interest (01:25:00) (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.

John opens the weekend with a massive mailbag. He answers your questions about the Jets, if the Ravens have a good enough team to win the Super Bowl, the issues surrounding the 49ers, and much more during today's podcast that is exclusively mailbag questions. 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.

John is back breaking down another edition of Thursday Night Football, this time led by Matthew Stafford’s injury-prone Los Angeles Rams taking down Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson and the NFC North’s Minnesota Vikings by a score of 30-20. Middlekauff reacts to Matthew Stafford’s 4 TD performance, and salutes the Los Angeles Rams for a big win despite being decimated by injuries across the roster. John gives Matthew Stafford his flowers, and explains why he’s still SO good at 36 years old, showing shades of his former Detroit Lions superstardom and even displays a game similar to Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre. After, John says that despite their lack of depth, with Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp back on the squad, Sean McVay’s team could pose some problems for the rest of the NFC as the season gets into full swing. Then, John goes across the NFL and breaks down the NFC East’s Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones popping up in the news as former players blasted the franchise for extracurricular tours, distracting the team from their goals.Next, John explains why he feels NY Giants owner John Mara eluded to the fact that GM Joe Schoen and HC Brian Daboll are safe for next season. Also, another edition of Fugazi Friday. Last, John is joined by Action Network betting guru, Stuckey to dive into the best bets for the weekend. 2:58 - Vikings at Rams reaction 23:47 - Cowboys' fan tour reaction 32:39 - John Mara comments about future of the Giants GM an HC 38:21 - Fugazi Friday - Embiid load management 46:43 - Stuckey joins the podcast 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 #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the show diving into some of the trades around the NFL and discusses why it's rare that we see big names get traded i the league like we do in other sports like the NBA and MLB. He also talks about how KC's trade for Hopkins will impact them this season and if the Raiders and Browns should go all-in and have a fire sale. Later, John talks about how Bryce Young is back starting for the Panthers this week and how this is an opportunity to show teams that he can be a starter or solid back-up in the NFL or if he  is going to be fighting for roster spots in the future like Trey Lance. Last, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 6:51 - Big name trades in the NFL 15:27 - KC's impact in getting Hopkins 26:57 - Bryce Young is starting again 33:25 - Other NFL news 40:45 - 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.

John dives into the latest with Jerry Jones and how after a disaster last week with his radio appearance, he missed an opportunity to clear the air this week and instead made himself and the Cowboys organization look worse. Next, John talks about Brock Purdy and if a down season will impact his future contract. Later, CBS Sports college football voice Josh Pate joins the show to discuss everything across the “mini-NFL.” First, John and Josh talk about the 12-team College Football Playoff race and how the CFP feels as wide open as it’s ever been, thanks in large part to the transfer portal 6:57 - jerry Jones has lost it 13:10 - Brock Purdy's future 20:26 - Tua returns 25.31 - Credit to Bill Belichick 32:07 - Josh Pate Interview 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.

John dives into another Monday Night Football double-header, headlined by reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens dominating Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers. John tips his cap to one of the best offensive players in the NFL and explains why the Ravens dynamic offense, after adding star running back Derrick Henry, is capable of propelling Baltimore to the Super Bowl this season. John proceeds to say that Baltimore’s borderline-unstoppable run game actually might make it EASIER for them to advance past Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs than ever before, and could finally take it to the next level. After, Middlekauff breaks down the Buccaneers slew of injuries, headlined by the loss of stud WR Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. Then, John unpacks Kyler Murray’s Arizona Cardinals defeating John Harbaugh and Justin Herbert’s Los Angeles Chargers in a close 17-14 contest. Finally, another edition of Penthouse/Outhouse. Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segments 3:26 - Ravens at Bucs reaction 16:39 - Chargers at Cardinals reaction 26:32 - NFL Penthouse teams 35:15 - NFL Outhouse teams 44:41 - 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 #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is back reacting to the Pittsburgh Steelers, led by journeyman QB Russell Wilson, defeating Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets in star WR Davante Adams’ debut. John breaks down how Russell Wilson, Najee Harris and the Steelers turned the tide after a shaky start against the New York Jets thin defense to win 37-15. Middlekauff salutes Mike Tomlin and the Steelers consistency across several years, and explains why the Steelers way, despite challenging, provides consistency other teams would kill for. After getting worked in the second half, Middlekauff wonders if Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets season is OFFICIALLY over after falling to a disappointing 2-5 on the season. After, John recaps the full Sunday slate of games and goes through the gamut of games. Plus, John wonders if the Indianapolis Colts have a problem at quarterback with second year playmaker Anthony Richardson, then dives into Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson’s ACL injury and the reaction from the Cleveland Browns fans and players in the aftermath. 07:09 - SNF Reaction 30:13 - Coaching in Washington and New England 39:49 - Watson gets hurt, the fans react 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.

Colin reacts to the Russell Wilson led Steelers dominating the Jets and Aaron Rodgers! He breaks down what went wrong for the Jets, and why Russ proved to be the better option for the Steelers compared to Justin Fields (3:00). Then, Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the full week 7 slate of NFL games plus the top college football games! They start with dissecting how the Chiefs keep managing to win ugly (18:00), the problem that keeps plaguing the 49ers (22:00), and why Andy Reid has separated himself and stands alone amongst NFL head coaches (28:00). Then, they move onto a close win for the Detroit Lions and the reasons why Jared Goff doesn’t get enough credit for being the last great “true pocket passer” (45:00) and why the Lions are the team to beat in the NFC (51:00)  They discuss the discord that must be happening in the Giants organization after Saquon Barkley torched the Giants and why the Daniel Jones era is done in New York (56:00). They move on to the Packers/Texans game and break down why both teams are both “a year away” but why one of the two teams is closer to Super Bowl contention (01:04:00). Then, they move to college football and break down the marquee matchup between Texas and Georgia that was dominated by the Bulldogs (01:18:00), why Georgia quarterback Carson Beck has proven he’s not a first round draft pick (01:20:00) and why this could actually be a loss that helps Texas win a national championship (01:23:00). Finally, they try to make sense of USC’s woes on the field, and their struggles recruiting top talent from the state of California (01:30:00), and debate whether USC and head coach Lincoln Riley could be destined for a divorce (01:35:00). (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.