3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

John reacts to the breaking news that the Chargers got their man. Jim Harbaugh is going to be the next head coach of the Chargers, does he need to have instant success, and where would Harbaugh rank all-time if he were to win a Super Bowl with the Chargers. Also, John discusses Lamar Jackson's comments about facing Patrick Mahomes, this weekend's pressure rankings, and will Vic Fangio end up in Philadelphia. Later, John answered your questions on this episode's mailbag segment. 5:13 - Harbaugh to the Chargers 19:27 - Lamar on facing Mahomes 28:04 - Pressure rankings 37:37 - Vic Fangio leaving Miami 45:22 - Mailbag 47:55 - Does the NFL winner have something to prove 52:14 - Should Commander fans trust Adam Peters 53:37 - Should Wilkes be back in SF 54:37 - Should KC fire Matt Nagy 1:07:02 - How can Purdy escape the negative 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 Eagles needing to find a new OC, would it be best for Sirianni to handle the play calling duties himself. Also, the Raiders have hired Tom Telesco to be their new GM, how will he and Antonio Pierce pair together, what's the hold up with the Chargers hiring Harbaugh, and Does Dan Morgan have a chance to succeed in Carolina? Later, John answered your questions on this episode's mailbag segment. 5:19 - Eagles need a new OC 10:47 - Raiders hire a new GM 14:32 - Harbaugh to the Chargers? 17:04 - Titans have a new Head Coach 19:32 - Dan Morgan hired in Carolina 21:04 - Is Atlanta going to hire Belichick 27:56 - Mailbag 28:11 - Why do people forget about Burrow 30:00 - How does Dennis Allen still have a job 32:06 - Should Jordan Love get a big deal 37:20 - People discredit Purdy 44:37 - Seahawks coaching search 46:42 - Is Purdy actually good 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 all the hate that Brock Purdy has been getting throughout the media and gives his take on if the criticism is justified, he also reacts to people trying to compare Purdy to Mahomes, is Josh Allen the reason why Buffalo hasn't been able to get it done in the playoffs, how Dan Campbell has changed the way people look at head coaches, and are Mahomes and Reid, Brady and Belichick 2.0. Later, John answered your questions on this episode's mailbag segment. 5:12 - Brock Purdy hate 13:36 - Josh Allen in playoffs 18:28 - Dan Campbell 26:58 - Mahomes-Reid 35:10 - Mailbag 35:50 - DeMeco Ryans impact 44:26 - Why don't more coaches come from college 47:00 - Should the Rams draft a QB 50:43 - Why do people treat Purdy differently than other QB's 1:01:36 - What off-season moves do the Packers need to make 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 reacts to the Chiefs once again taking down the Bills and despite Josh Allen looking like the best player on the field they can't get over the hump and beat KC in the playoffs, and will the Chiefs magic continue next week when they take on the Ravens. Also, will Brock Purdy and the 49ers show up against the Lions and if not, can they win another ugly game. 4:33 - Bills can't get over the hump 19:32 - 49ers are winning ugly 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.