John rants on why the viral video of Chase Claypool mailing it in is an indictment of the Bears Coach, GM and organization, and why “Next Man Up” sounds nice, but doesn’t work in practice.

He explains how Robert Saleh can earn a contract extension despite losing Aaron Rodgers, identifies the teams that can’t afford to lose in week two, and highlights the one major change Nick Saban brought to college football that made it more like the NFL. He also answers listeners' questions from the “Middlekauff Mailbag”.


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John rants on why the viral video of Chase Claypool mailing it in is an indictment of the Bears Coach, GM and organization, and why “Next Man Up” sounds nice, but doesn’t work in practice.
He explains how Robert Saleh can earn a contract extension despite losing Aaron Rodgers, identifies the teams that can’t afford to lose in week two, and highlights the one major change Nick Saban brought to college football that made it more like the NFL. He also answers listeners' questions from the “Middlekauff Mailbag”.
 Follow John on<a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports"> Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TheVolume"> YouTube</a> for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 &amp; 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

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff gives his one-of-a-kind perspective on the latest stories in college and pro football.

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

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3 and Out - Bears Failure, Next Man Up, Saleh’s Opportunity, College GM’s, Mailbag

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EAGLES-BEARS

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Vikings trade J.J. McCarthy to Giants

Drake Maye

Baker Mayfield

Jayden Daniels

MIddlekauff Mailbag

John Middlekauff is back with another 3 & Out, reacting to the Bears vs. Eagles and breaking down what stood out from one of the biggest games of the week.

Then John dives into the shocking Vikings trading J.J. McCarthy to the Giants, what the move means for both franchises, and how it could reshape the quarterback landscape. He also discusses Drake Maye's difficult stretch, why Baker Mayfield will need to elevate his game when he returns, and the encouraging update that Jayden Daniels could be back sooner than expected.

John wraps up the show with another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions on the NFL, quarterbacks, coaches, roster moves, and everything happening around the league.

Subscribe for new episodes of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff every week for NFL reactions, quarterback analysis, coaching insight, front office breakdowns, and listener mailbags.

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John Middlekauff is back with another 3 &amp; Out, reacting to the Bears vs. Eagles and breaking down what stood out from one of the biggest games of the week.
Then John dives into the shocking Vikings trading J.J. McCarthy to the Giants, what the move means for both franchises, and how it could reshape the quarterback landscape. He also discusses Drake Maye's difficult stretch, why Baker Mayfield will need to elevate his game when he returns, and the encouraging update that Jayden Daniels could be back sooner than expected.
John wraps up the show with another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions on the NFL, quarterbacks, coaches, roster moves, and everything happening around the league.
Subscribe for new episodes of 3 &amp; Out with John Middlekauff every week for NFL reactions, quarterback analysis, coaching insight, front office breakdowns, and listener mailbags.
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MNF Reaction, Vikings TRADE J.J. McCarthy to Giants, Drake Maye Struggling, Baker Mayfield Injured + NFL Week 3 Mailbag

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RAMS-BRONCOS REACTION

BILLS UNIFORMS ARE SHITTY

VIKINGS-BUCS

PATS-JAGS

TITANS-GIANTS 

TEXANS-COLTS

BROCK PURDY MVP

RAVENS-COWBOYS

COLLEGE FOOTBALL STORIES

John Middlekauff is back with a loaded 3 & Out, breaking down the biggest stories from another wild football weekend.

John starts with his reaction to Rams vs. Broncos, then explains why the Bills' uniforms aren't doing it for him before diving into Raiders vs. Saints, Vikings vs. Buccaneers, Patriots vs. Jaguars, Titans vs. Giants, and Texans vs. Colts.

He also makes the case for Brock Purdy's MVP candidacy and reacts to the blockbuster matchup between the Ravens and Cowboys, before wrapping up with his thoughts on Oregon vs. USC and what it means for the college football landscape.

Subscribe for new episodes of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff every week for NFL game reactions, college football analysis, coaching insight, quarterback breakdowns, and the biggest stories from around football.Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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John Middlekauff is back with a loaded 3 &amp; Out, breaking down the biggest stories from another wild football weekend.
John starts with his reaction to Rams vs. Broncos, then explains why the Bills' uniforms aren't doing it for him before diving into Raiders vs. Saints, Vikings vs. Buccaneers, Patriots vs. Jaguars, Titans vs. Giants, and Texans vs. Colts.
He also makes the case for Brock Purdy's MVP candidacy and reacts to the blockbuster matchup between the Ravens and Cowboys, before wrapping up with his thoughts on Oregon vs. USC and what it means for the college football landscape.
Subscribe for new episodes of 3 &amp; Out with John Middlekauff every week for NFL game reactions, college football analysis, coaching insight, quarterback breakdowns, and the biggest stories from around football.Follow John on<a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1790638003563000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0JZKxNYiIMmqmtB5cOyfjG">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram for the latest.&nbsp;
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NFL Week 3 Reaction: Broncos STUN Rams on SNF, Raiders UNDEFEATED, Brock Purdy early MVP? 

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Tony Romo

Tom Brady

Grass vs. Turf

NFL Sunday 4 box

Predictions

This week on the podcast John dives into NFL players wanting to be playing all games on grass instead of turf, what are some of the best games to be watching the early slate, and his predictions for Week 3. All that and more!

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This week on the podcast John dives into NFL players wanting to be playing all games on grass instead of turf, what are some of the best games to be watching the early slate, and his predictions for Week 3. All that and more!
Follow John on<a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1789636682361000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0LE2_T8L5-SFQqpCI2xIFB">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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Best Of The Week: Grass vs. Turf, Week 3 Four-Box, Predictions

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3 and Out - Bears Failure, Next Man Up, Saleh’s Opportunity, College GM’s, Mailbag

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