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! 

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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 <a href="https://twitter.com/Stuckey2">Stuckey</a> to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks! 
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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.

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

3 and Out - Carr → Seahawks (?), NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview and 3 for the $$$

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John opens the weekend with an instant reaction to the ND-IU game and how Notre Dame was in a class of their own as they took care of business against Indiana.

Later, John has a massive weekend mailbag. He answers your questions during today's podcast.

 

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

 

John opens the weekend with an instant reaction to the ND-IU game and how Notre Dame was in a class of their own as they took care of business against Indiana.
Later, John has a massive weekend mailbag. He answers your questions during today's podcast.
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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=1734843306948000&amp;usg=AOvVaw18bIEHbWVEippM_gGh0Hn9">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1734843306948000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3QMsfDfDy1urUj0ddqn7Cn">&nbsp;YouTube</a>&nbsp;for the latest. Check out&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;- the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out&nbsp;and&nbsp;GoLow&nbsp;-&nbsp; for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;now to create an account, download the app and use code&nbsp;JOHN&nbsp;for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #Herd
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3 & Out - Notre Dame takes down Indiana, Mailbag

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John opens the podcast reacting to the Chargers taking down the Broncos in an exciting Thursday Night Game. John talks about how impressive Justin Herbert is and how people seem to always forget that Herbert is in the group of the best QB's in the NFL. He also talks about how well Denver looked despite losing the game. Later, John dives into the latest with Woody Johnson and how him making decisions based on Madden Ratings isn't as crazy as you might think.

Lastly, the College Football Playoff is here and John Middlekauff is joined by ⁠ The Action Network sports betting expert, Stuckey, to share their best bets for the CFP and Week 16 in the NFL. The fellas start the show giving their picks for the first round of the CFP: Indiana-Notre Dame, SMU-Penn State, Clemson-Texas, and Tennessee-Ohio State. Finally, the guys give their NFL Week 16 bets: Texans-Chiefs, Steelers-Ravens, 49ers-Dolphins, and Rams-Jets.

6:11 - Thursday Night Football Reaction

32:48 - Woody Johnson and the Madden ratings

41:31 - Fugazi Friday

49:31 - Stuckey Interview

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

John opens the podcast reacting to the Chargers&nbsp;taking down the Broncos in an exciting Thursday Night Game. John talks about how impressive Justin Herbert is and how people seem to always forget that Herbert is in the group of the best QB's in the NFL. He also talks about how well Denver looked despite&nbsp;losing the game. Later, John dives into the latest with Woody Johnson and how him making decisions based on Madden Ratings isn't as crazy as you might&nbsp;think.
Lastly, the College Football Playoff&nbsp;is&nbsp;here and John Middlekauff is joined by ⁠ The Action Network sports betting expert, Stuckey, to share&nbsp;their&nbsp;best bets for the CFP and Week 16 in the NFL. The fellas start the show giving their picks for the first round of the CFP:&nbsp;Indiana-Notre Dame, SMU-Penn State, Clemson-Texas, and Tennessee-Ohio State. Finally,&nbsp;the guys give their NFL&nbsp;Week&nbsp;16 bets:&nbsp;Texans-Chiefs, Steelers-Ravens, 49ers-Dolphins, and Rams-Jets.
6:11 - Thursday Night Football Reaction
32:48 - Woody Johnson and the Madden ratings
41:31 - Fugazi Friday
49:31 - Stuckey Interview
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=1734756217464000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2mh2v3Ib__w5DTcivo0PGr">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1734756217464000&amp;usg=AOvVaw31TL0i2i9ACHP9lIdSh5ak">&nbsp;YouTube</a>&nbsp;for the latest. Check out&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;- the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out&nbsp;and&nbsp;GoLow&nbsp;-&nbsp; for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;now to create an account, download the app and use code&nbsp;JOHN&nbsp;for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #Herd

3 & Out - Chargers take down the Broncos, Herbert Shines, Woody Johnson is at it again

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Falcons bench Cousins

Coaching talk

Mailbag

John opens the podcast reacting to the news of the day that saw the Falcons bench Kirk Cousins and are turning to Michael Penix as their new starter. John talks about what might be next for Cousins and why the Falcons decided to make the move now. Next, John talks about the relationship between coaches and ownership, and the importance of coaches having freedom to make decisions.

Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.

5:30 - Falcons bench Cousin

32:48 - News and Notes around the league

18:31 - Coaches/GMs and owners

36:31 - 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

John opens the podcast reacting to the news of the day that&nbsp;saw the Falcons bench Kirk Cousins and are turning to Michael Penix as their new starter. John talks about what might be next for Cousins and why the Falcons decided to make the move now. Next, John talks about the relationship between coaches and ownership, and the importance of coaches having freedom to make decisions.
Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's&nbsp;mailbag segment.
5:30 - Falcons bench Cousin
32:48 - News and Notes around the league
18:31 - Coaches/GMs and owners
36:31 - Mailbag
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=1733721359690000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3a3HIsBFfKhuNVWrVeeVrU">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1733721359690000&amp;usg=AOvVaw22B4yIqoMscLUaN5IEGhj6">&nbsp;YouTube</a>&nbsp;for the latest. Check out&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;- the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out&nbsp;and&nbsp;GoLow&nbsp;-&nbsp; for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to&nbsp;Gametime&nbsp;now to create an account, download the app and use code&nbsp;JOHN&nbsp;for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #Herd

3 & Out - Falcons bench Cousins, Is Penix the answer, Coach vs. Ownership

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3 and Out - Carr → Seahawks (?), NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview and 3 for the $$$

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