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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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John wraps up his time at the combine talking with two of the best to cover the NFL; Albert Breer and Greg Cosell. John talks with the guys about the top NFL Draft prospects, what it's like covering the combine today compared to years ago, and how the NFL is turning more and more into an international sport. All that and more with Albert and Greg. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”. They start with the NFL Draft Combine & discuss the behind the scenes wheeling & dealing nature of the coaches and executives at the combine, and John’s experience speaking with legendary Seahawks GM John Schneider and what the defending champs will do with Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker (3:00). They move to the Chiefs and GM Brett Veach and the challenge of fixing the offensive line for Patrick Mahomes and discuss how much of a true “rebuild” the Chiefs need after missing the playoffs for the first time in the Mahomes era (5:45). They debate whether there’s a market for Kyler Murray to have a second act and what teams may be interested (9:45), and what positions the Bears will look to solidify in the draft (13:30). They pivot to the Eagles & discuss the rumors that Jalen Hurts isn’t particularly well liked in the locker room and John offers than despite noise on the outside… AJ Brown is very positively viewed by his teammates (24:00). They look ahead to the draft and Colin argues that the Cardinals should offer 3 first round picks to move up from #3 to #1 to draft Fernando Mendoza and John says that based on the combine chatter… Mendoza is a lock to the Raiders at #1 (28:30). They discuss why the made-for TV nature of the combine has made top prospects not want to participate and why the current combine process is probably on its last legs (34:30). Finally, Colin asks John about the most tasty rumors he heard at the combine and John offers up that it’s 50/50 that Giants GM Joe Schoen survives beyond the draft with John Harbaugh now there, and the surprised reaction to Sean Payton giving up play calling duties in Denver (37:30). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is still in Indy at the NFL Combine and sits down with the Super Bowl Champions GM, John Schneider to talk about what an incredible season this was for Seattle, and what it took to get to this point. Later, John is joined by longtime LA Radio host and the voice of the LA Chargers, Matt "Money" Smith. The guys talk about what it's like having one of the biggest radio shows in the country and making the decision to move away from having a radio show that is syndicated, how Petros and Money has been able to stay on the air for 20 years, and making the transition from a radio show to broadcast professional sports. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is LIVE from Indy at the NFL Combine bringing you all the info that you want. First, John sits down with his former boss and current Eagles GM, Howie Roseman. The guys dive into how the team can get back to The Super Bowl and what they need to have a top offensive line again. Later, John dives into the latest with the 49ers and Trent Williams and how they are at a standstill when it comes to a new contract, the future of AJ Brown in Philadelphia, Kirk Cousins getting released in ATL, the Browns QB situation, and MUCH more. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. Will we start to see a shift in MAX contracts getting paid to quarterbacks, could college athletics survive without football, and could the Raiders and Max Crosby find a way to make peace. John dives into all that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is BACK and opens the show talking about how great it was watching Team USA take down Canada in the Olympics to win the Gold Medal. John talks about the similarities between Team USA and Seahawks QB Sam Darnold. Next, John dives into the importance of the NFL Combine and why he feels having personnel from every team at the Combine is something that is extremely important and doesn't understand why some teams don't send people to the event. Finally, John reacts to the news about the Chicago Bears potentially moving to Indiana. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is back with a Go Low podcast reacting to Anthony Kim's amazing weekend on the LIV Tour and how his win on Sunday captured the minds and hearts of all sports fans. Next, John talks about Scottie's weekend and how despite him not winning he is showing more and more how similar he is to prime Tiger. Finally, John gives you his best bets of the weekend. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the podcast today John is joined by Ken Rideout to talk about his amazing journey to becoming one of the best marathon runners in the world. The guys dive into Ken's upbringing and back story growing up in Boston, his struggle to become sober, when he got into competitive running, and how it's going, being on the other side of hard. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff starts off the podcast by talking about what it means to actually be considered a bust in the NFL and how being a bust is different than just being drafted too early. Next, John dives into what an elite coach Mike McDonald is and how lucky Seattle has him as their coach. Later, John discusses how the Patriots should handle Will Campbell's future, and the return of the "Dad Diaries." Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts to the Seattle Seahawks dominating defensive performance over the New England Patriots in "The Big Game." He talks about how this Seahawks team looked as impressive as the Legion of Boom defensive teams. Next, John talks about what happened to New England and if he thinks the Patriots should be concerned about the future or if this is a team that should get back to this game. Later, John dives into the other news of the weekend surrounding the NFL starting with a few QB's that could be on the move, reacting to Matt Stafford winning the MVP, and finally his reaction to Lindsey Vonn's fall in the Olympics. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to react to the Seahawks dominating win over the Patriots in the Super Bowl. They start with Seattle’s dominating defense pressuring Drake Maye all night and the Patriots offensive line being overwhelmed (2:45) . Colin highlights the arc of Sam Darnold’s career and that with the right coaching he was an effective game manager that didn’t make a big mistake in the biggest moment (5:15). They point to New England’s defense getting tired in the second half due to their offense being unable to stay on the field and the dam finally breaking… but Colin argues that New England is still in a “rebuild” stage despite being in the Super BowL (9:30). They evaluate a Seahawks roster that doesn’t have an apparent “need” and debate what pieces they should look to add to their Super Bowl winning roster (14:15), and Colin argues there haven’t been many better stories in NFL history than Sam Darnold (23:15). Colin says Drake Maye has nothing to hang his head about and lost to one of the best teams in the last decade… but that Drake wasn’t ready for this moment (31:30). They look ahead to the 2026 season and predict which teams will be back in postseason contention & who won’t, and they agree the Seahawks GM John Schneider has locked up his case for the Hall of Fame (37:45). Finally, Colin believes the ups and downs of Sam Darnold’s career will lead him to continue taking team friendly deals in a favorable situation (53:00), and they agree the Seahawks sale price just went up by a billion dollars (1:00:30). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Super Bowl by breaking down both teams, starting with the Seahawks and how Sam Darnold is a guy that is very hard to dislike. Next, John talks about the Patriots and how if they win, where would it rank Vrabel as an All-Time Patriot. Next, it's the return of "Fugazi Friday" and John discusses Tom Brady not rooting for the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is LIVE from Radio Row in San Francisco at The Super Bowl and is joined on set by Justin Jefferson and Kendrick Bourne. John talks with the guys about their season, the Super Bowl, Sam Darnold and much more. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John is joined by betting guru, Stuckey from The Action Network to dive into the Super Bowl's best prop bets and who they think is going win from a betting perspective. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Middlekauff kicks off by reacting to the news that the Los Angeles Rams have extended head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead and speculates on the Rams’ future as it pertains to the QB position if Matt Stafford retires this offseason. John then dives into the NFL International Games expanding to Paris, France in 2026 with the New Orleans Saints hosting the game and debates if the NFL will have a complete 17 game international package in the near future. John then presents a new edition of Dad Diaries, in which he discusses what it’s been like his first few weeks of being a new parent. John wraps up with an interview with the San Francisco 49ers CEO Al Guido about his new promotion from president, the business of managing an NFL stadium in-season and in the offseason, the importance of relationships with the head coach and general manager, the role principal owner Jed York plays in the overall process, and advice for young people trying to break into sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the top NFL headlines. They start with Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah being fired and point to animosity behind the scenes in Minnesota with the coaches and some bad draft choices…especially JJ McCarthy as the reasons why (3:30). Colin argues that while the organization has supported McCarthy publicly, behind the scenes there’s a serious lack of confidence in him (9:30) and Kwesi took too much time away during training camp in a business where grinding is paramount (14:00). They discuss which of the new coaching hires will be viewed as a success in 5 years: Colin points to Raiders new head coach Klint Kubiak as a hit and John agrees and argues that if needed, the Raiders could trade Maxx Crosby for a haul that could help reset the franchise (22:30). Colin tries to identify other quarterbacks that were labeled “busts”, then end up ascending to a convincing top 7-8 quarterback in the league and they debate where to rank Darnold in the QB hierarchy if he wins a Super Bowl (28:30). Colin argues that football has changed, and that having a quarterback with “horsepower” is worth putting up with more mistakes and interceptions (35:00). Finally, John points out the $10 billion dollar sale price of the Lakers and they discuss why the floated 6-8 billion dollar estimated price for the Seahawks seems way too low for a team in the Super Bowl and set up for long term success (45:00). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff opens the show talking about the Vikings surprisingly firing their GM, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and why if this was going to happen, waiting until February was a very interesting decision. Next, John discusses the Raiders hiring Klint Kubiak and why he feels that this is the right move for Vegas. Finally, John dives into the Cardinals hiring Mike LaFleur in what looks like a very "meh" hire for Arizona. All that and more. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Bills introducing Joe Brady and how impressive Brady sounded when talking with the media by giving a lot of praise for Sean McDermott and crediting him for getting Buffalo to where they are today. Next, John talks about the Browns owner, Jimmy Haslam getting upset at people for being critical of the Browns organization for how they have handled the head coaching search. Later, the return of "Fugazi Friday". Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Browns hiring Todd Monken and how this hiring smells like it's just a gap coach that is filling the role until Cleveland finds its NEXT coach. Next, John talks about Mike McCarthy and how he doesn't understand why he isn't getting any respect around the NFL. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Bills hiring Joe Brady as the team's new Head Coach and talks about why this hiring was very bold for the Bills and how it could have an impact on Josh Allen's career. Next, he talks about Brian Daboll getting hired as the OC on Robert Saleh's staff. Later, John discusses Bill Belichick not getting elected into the Hall Of Fame on the first ballot and how that is an embarrassment for the NFL. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.












listened from jump..78-year old discriminating ex radio guy. you have overtaken Simmons as #1 on my list of 80+ pods. cowherd got you here. you have gracefully surpassed him. you've already done what he wanted to do, having worked in the "league." when you two buddy up you do so with respectful deference BUT no back seat taken. your delivery isn't easy. however it is authoritative, inclusive, and YOUR OWN. you improve near daily. retired in Philippines 10-years. diaper Donnie drove me. we'd hang
You Say If GB plays sf in Levi GB wins ummm Discount Double Choke Is 0-4 against sf in the playoffs no matter where they have played
You Said The Seagulls Don't Draft Well? Umm They Drafted Russ, DK, Lockett, Dick Sherman, Earl Thomas, Cam Chancellor and Bobby Wagner #WhatDoIKnowTho
thank you john! everybody hates the Bengals and so far your the only guy to talk really good about! luv the show man! who dey
fantastic podcast
love the podcast! I listen to every show !
Love the show 5 stars.
love the show how can I contribute?
Exceptional podcast. This show is very well produced. The host offers his more than apt experience in and knowledge of the league(NFL). These things result in an entertaining, informative and thought provoking show that I personally have come to look forward to more and more since it's introduction. To John and the hardworking team of people on the other side of the glass/studio, keep up the great work, I'll keep downloading it.. Niners!..