

3 and Out with John Middlekauff
iHeartPodcasts and The Volume
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 15, 2023 • 45min
3 and Out - Fire Brandon Staley! Trevor Lawrence Statement, Purdy Damn Good, Mailbag
John discusses Chargers HC Brandon Staley getting exposed after blowing a 27-0 lead against the Jags, and why the penny pinching Spanos’ need to fire Staley immediately, why Trevor Lawrence leading a second half comeback after a 4 INT marked his true NFL arrival, and if Brock Purdy’s elite playoff performance shows he’s the long-term QB answer for the Niners. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 2023 • 1h 6min
3 and Out - Carr → Seahawks (?), NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview and 3 for the $$$
John discusses Derek Carr’s next move after his public farewell to Raiders fans, if the Jets firing OC Mike LaFleur means Zach Wilson might get another shot. Then, he previews the Wild Card weekend storylines, and runs 3 games by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks! Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 2023 • 1h 14min
3 and Out - Dawgs Destroy, Purdy/Bennett Comp, Kyler HC Input, Wild Card Pressure, Watson Woof, Mailbag
John discusses Georgia annihilating TCU to win their second straight CFP title, and if Stetson Bennett will benefit from Brock Purdy’s success. Then, he looks at if the Cardinals are crazy for consulting Kyler Murray in their head coach search, if Jeff Saturday has any shot at keeping his Colts job, which two Wild Card teams have the most pressure this weekend, hits on some rapid fire topics, including the Deshaun Watson showing early signs of an all-time bust, and potential Broncos HC candidates. Finally, he answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 2023 • 36min
3 and Out - Rodgers Out, Belichick/Pats Divorce, Texans Mess, Trade Fields (?)
John discusses Week 18 NFL action, including Aaron Rodgers and the Packers getting bounced from the playoffs by the Lions, if this is it for him in Green Bay, if it’s time for Belichick and the Patriots to part ways, why the Texans mess isn’t showing any signs of turning around, and if the Bears should consider trading Justin Fields to accelerate their reboot and draft a QB with the #1 overall pick. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 8, 2023 • 27min
3 and Out - Jags AFC South Champs, Fire McDaniels, Mailbag
John reacts to Saturday Week 18 NFL action, including the Jags taking down the Titans to win the AFC South title, why the Raiders should fire Josh McDaniels after one season, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 2023 • 54min
3 and Out - Bills/Bengals Decision, Lamar/Ravens Weirdness, NFL Week 18 3 for the $$$
John reacts to some positive updates related to Demar Hamlin’s recovery, and the NFL’s decision not to reschedule the canceled MNF Bills/Bengals game. He also discusses the weirdness surrounding Lamar Jackson’s return for the playoffs, if the Raiders can keep Davante Adams happy without Derek Carr, why flexing the Packers into SNF was a no-brainer for the NFL, and if now is the right time for Sean McVay to leave coaching for TV. Then, he runs 3 Week 18 NFL games by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks! Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 2023 • 48min
3 and Out - Damar Hamlin Perspective, Mailbag
John gives his thoughts on the jarring impact from Damar Hamlin’s shocking MNF injury. He also looks at the likelihood of Jim Harbaugh making an NFL comeback, if playoff teams should rest or play starters in Week 18, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 2023 • 41min
3 and Out - Steelers/Ravens Throwback, Derek Carr Leverage, Eagles Peaked (?), CJ Stroud Statement
John discusses the appeal to the Steelers/Ravens hard hitting throwback SNF matchup, why the weirdness surrounding Lamar Jackson’s contract has resulted in an underachieving season for Baltimore, if the Eagles peaked or are still a playoff threat, why Derek Carr has all the leverage over the Raiders in their upcoming divorce, why the Saints asking for draft picks for Sean Payton is delusional, and if CJ Stroud’s statement game against Georgia will be enough to move him into the Top 5 of the upcoming draft. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2022 • 1h 8min
3 and Out - Cowboys Playoffs, Carr Benching, Broncos Dysfunction, Week 17 3 for the $$$
John discusses the Cowboys keeping the pressure on the Eagles in the NFC East with a TNF win over the backup heavy Titans, and what they need to do in the playoffs to be deemed a success. Then, he discusses the bizarre circumstances surrounding the Raiders benching Derek Carr, why Broncos organizational dysfunction will make it hard to hire an elite head coach, and the end of Zach Wilson with the Jets. Then, he runs 3 Week 17 NFL games by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks. Subscribe NOW and follow Middlekauff and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content. It's always FanDuel for the best wagering action! #volume #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 2022 • 1h
3 and Out - YouTube Ticket, Rodgers Signals, Pay Drake Maye, Week 16 3 for the $$$, Mailbag
John explains why he’s thrilled about the future of Sunday Ticket on YouTube, how the confusion over Aaron Rodgers’ hand signals shows he’s too hard on younger players, if Bill Belichick needs to start hiring outside of his Patriots family to stop his decline, and why he has zero problem with teams cutting a $5 mil check for a star CFB QB like UNC's Drake Maye. Then, he runs 3 Week 16 NFL games by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


