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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.

3 and Out with John Middlekauff

On this episode of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, John dives into what the future could look like for Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers as questions swirl around the franchise’s direction. He breaks down how Lamar Jackson continues to lead both on and off the field and what makes him one of the NFL’s most respected players. Plus, John discusses how the entire landscape of college football has shifted, from NIL to GM's for college teams, and what it all means for the sport moving forward.
 
Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.
 
04:38 - Mike Tomlin and the Steelers
 
13:44 - Lamar Jackson is a leader
 
23:42 - Changes in college football
 
39:31 - Mailbag
 
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Mike Tomlin’s Future, Lamar’s Leadership, and a New Era in College Football

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Monday Night Football matchup between the Washington Commanders on the road vs. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. John will react to the biggest plays of the night, breaking news around the NFL, and much more!
 
Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.
 
04:18 - Commanders-Chiefs
 
27:10 - Green Bay Packers
 
31:51 - LSU & Brian Kelly
 
40:22 - Nick Mangold
 
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Kansas City Chiefs handle Commanders on MNF REACTION

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Sunday Night Football matchup between Micah Parsons & the Green Bay Packers vs. Aaron Rodgers & the Pittsburgh Steelers. John kicks off by reacting to Jordan Love's dominant 2nd half performance that led to a road win against his former Packers QB mentor Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers. Next, John discusses the Atlanta Falcons loss to the Tua & the struggling Miami Dolphins. Following that, John reacts to New York Giants losing Cam Skattebo to a gruesome ankle injury in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. John then comments on New York Jets QB Justin Fields comments in his postgame presser after the team's first win vs. the Cincinnati Bengals. John reacts to the Indianapolis Colts dominant win vs. Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans and comments on whether Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian should consider taking the job next year. John then debates whether the New England Patriots or the Buffalo Bills will win the AFC East. John wraps up reacting to LSU firing their head coach Brian Kelly.
 
05:56 - Packers-Steelers
 
21:51 - Dolphins-Falcons
 
26:00 - Giants-Eagles
 
31:01 - Jets-Bengals
 
32:41 - Titans-Colts
 
38:14 - Patriots or Bills win the AFC East?
 
39:22 - LSU fires Brian Kelly
 
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Reaction to Jordan Love & Packers DOMINATING Aaron Rodgers & Steelers on SNF + NFL Week 8

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup between Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. John then reacts to the Chargers blowout win vs. the Vikings and laments the Vikings QB situation. Should they have resigned current Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold or Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones? John then reacts to the current gambling probe involving Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups & Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and others. John wraps up with his thoughts on Love is Blind & recaps his experience trying hot yoga.
 
Later John is joined by betting guru, Stuckey from The Action Network to break down the upcoming weekend in both college football and the NFL. They dive into the biggest matchups, key storylines, and deliver their expert insight on where the value is for bettors. From Saturday’s slate of massive college games to Sunday’s NFL action, they’ve got you covered with sharp analysis and some of the best bets to make this weekend.
 
04:02 - Vikings-Chargers
 
21:46 - NBA Gambling scandal
 
31:28 - Love is Blind
 
33:01 - John tries Hot Yoga
 
42:16 - Stuckey joins the show
 
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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

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Justin Herbert & Chargers DOMINATE Carson Wentz & Vikings on TNF

On this episode of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, John dives into Jayden Daniels’ latest injury and what it means for his long-term NFL future. He reacts to reports of tension between Russell Wilson and Sean Payton and breaks down why having a quality backup quarterback has never been more important in today’s league. Plus, John hits the biggest headlines from around college football and gives his take on what’s shaping the playoff race.
 
04:32 - Jayden Daniels Injured again
 
16:53 - The importance of back QB's
 
22:45 - Russ vs Payton
 
32:22 - Kauff on Campus
 
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Jayden Daniels out, AGAIN, Russ vs. Payton, and Why Backup QBs Matter

John answers all of your questions from the USC coaching position and if it might be time to make a change, the issues surrounding the Falcons organization, if the Ravens should tank, and much more in this episode's massive mailbag segment. 
 
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Massive Mailbag, Should USC make a coaching change, Should the Ravens tank

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Monday Night Football doubleheader between Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Jared Goff’s Detroit Lions and C.J. Stroud’s Houston Texans vs. Sam Darnold’s Seattle Seahawks. John then reacts to Denver Broncos LB Dre Greenlaw getting suspended for 1 game for an altercation with the referee after their Week 7 win over. the New York Giants. Next, John reacts to reports that former Philadelphia Eagles LB Brandon Graham will be signing with the team this week. John wraps up by speculating if the Tennessee Titans regret drafting Cam Ward over Jaxson Dart with the number overall pick at the NFL draft
 
Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.
 
04:32 - Texans-Seahawks
 
20:17 - Buccaneers-Lions
 
31:31 - Broncos LB Dre Greenlaw suspended
 
33:46 - Brandon Graham returning to Eagles
 
35:17 - Cam Ward or Jaxson Dart?
 
38:30 - Mailbag
 
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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

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Jared Goff & Lions DEFEAT Bucs + Darnold LEADS Seahawks to win vs. Texans

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Sunday Night Football matchup between Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons vs. Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers. John then recaps NFL Week 7 starting with a last second Denver Broncos win vs. the New York Giants, the Indianapolis Colts dominant win vs. the Los Angeles Chargers, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys demolishing the Washington Commanders, and if Miami Dolphins QB Tua & Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray are done playing for their respective teams. John wraps up discussing how head coaching jobs are changing with the landscape. John reacts to the top plays of the night, recap a wild Week 7 throughout the NFL, and much more! 03:15 - Falcons-49ers 29:25 - Giants-Broncos 35:35 - Colts-Chargers 37:30 - Commanders-Cowboys 39:45 - Tua & Kyler Murray eras are over 42:10 - Head coaching carousel
 
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Christian McCaffrey, 49ers SECURE SNF win vs. Falcons + NFL Week 7 Recap

John Middlekauff kicks things off by previewing some of NFL Week 7's most interesting games, all while ordering his favorite snacks and household items from the Walmart app. John starts by previewing the New England Patriots led by QB Drake Maye and head coach Mike Vrabel traveling to Nashville to take on the No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans. John then previews a must-win game for the Philadelphia Eagles when they travel to Minnesota to battle former Eagles QB Carson Wentz and the Vikings. Next, John discusses the Sunday Night Football matchup between Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons vs. Mac Jones and the San Francisco 49ers. John wraps up by receiving his Walmart order and showcasing what he buys to get ready for NFL Sundays.
 
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NFL Week 7 Predictions: Falcons vs. 49ers, Eagles vs. Vikings, Patriots vs. Titans

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Thursday Night Football matchup where Joe Flacco, Ja’Marr Chase and the Bengals beat Aaron Rodger sand the Steelers. He highlights the best plays of the night, breaking news around the NFL, and much more!
 
Later John is joined by betting guru, Stuckey from The Action Network to break down the upcoming weekend in both college football and the NFL. They dive into the biggest matchups, key storylines, and deliver their expert insight on where the value is for bettors. From Saturday’s slate of massive college games to Sunday’s NFL action, they’ve got you covered with sharp analysis and some of the best bets to make this weekend.
 
Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 
 
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#Volume

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Reaction To Bengals STUNNING Steelers On TNF, Betting NFL Week 7

John opens the podcast talking about the comments made by Jerry Jones regarding the Cowboys approach to giving Micah Parsons an extension, the QB situation in Atlanta with Kirk Cousins, and the latest with the 49ers and Brock Purdy. Later, John dives into the Eagles off-season, and the rules changes in the NFL.
 
Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment.
 
4:38 - Jerry is getting old
 
11:29 - Kirk Cousins
 
14:00 - Latest with Brock Purdy
 
16:27 - Holiday games
 
23:56 - Rule changes
 
35:41 - 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 #Herd

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3 & Out - Jerry is getting old, Latest with Purdy, and NFL rule changes

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