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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 with John Middlekauff

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3 and Out - Chiefs/Eagles Super Bowl LVII Preview + 3 for the $$$ Bets

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Seattle-NE Reaction

PolyMarkey

Drake Maye

NFL Injuries

Trees.com

Ad Marker

Game Down Under

Rams-49ers Preview

News around the NFL

Brock Bowers

Mailbag

The NFL season is officially underway, and on this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the Seattle Seahawks beating the New England Patriots in the season opener and breaks down what stood out from the first game of the new NFL season.

John takes a closer look at the Seahawks, what the win says about Seattle heading into the season, and the biggest takeaways from the Patriots as they begin their campaign. With the NFL finally back, John also looks at what we can and can’t take away from the opening-night matchup.

Then, the focus shifts across the globe as John previews Rams vs. 49ers in Australia, the first NFL game of the season to be played internationally. John breaks down the matchup, the key players and storylines to watch, and what could make this game particularly important for both teams.

From the Seahawks' season-opening win over the Patriots to the Rams-49ers showdown in Australia, John breaks down the biggest storylines from the opening week of the NFL season on this episode of 3 & Out.

All that and much more!

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The&nbsp;NFL season is officially underway, and on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the&nbsp;Seattle Seahawks beating the New England Patriots in the season opener&nbsp;and breaks down what stood out from the first game of the new NFL season.
John takes a closer look at the Seahawks, what the win says about Seattle heading into the season, and the biggest takeaways from the Patriots as they begin their campaign. With the NFL finally back, John also looks at what we can and can&rsquo;t take away from the opening-night matchup.
Then, the focus shifts across the globe as John&nbsp;previews Rams vs. 49ers in Australia, the first NFL game of the season to be played internationally. John breaks down the matchup, the key players and storylines to watch, and what could make this game particularly important for both teams.
From the Seahawks' season-opening win over the Patriots to the&nbsp;Rams-49ers showdown in Australia, John breaks down the biggest storylines from the opening week of the NFL season on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out.
All that and much more!
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Patriots-Seahawks Reaction, 49ers-Rams Predictions, MIddlekauff Mailbag

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NFL is Back

PolyMarket

Aaron Donald

NFL International Games

Baker Mayfield gets paid

Lane Kiffin

Florida State

Middlekauff Mailbag

The NFL is officially back, and on this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into the biggest storylines heading into the new season, from player news and international games to the latest developments across college football.

John breaks down Aaron Donald and the latest surrounding one of the most dominant defensive players of his generation. He also looks at the NFL's continued push to expand its global footprint with more NFL International Games and what the league's international strategy means for the future of the sport.

The quarterback market is also in focus as Baker Mayfield gets paid. John discusses the significance of the deal and what it says about how NFL teams value quarterbacks who have established themselves as franchise-level players.

John then shifts to college football, discussing Lane Kiffin and Florida State and the latest storylines surrounding the Seminoles as the college football season gets underway.

Finally, John opens up the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions and tackling a wide range of NFL, college football, roster-building, coaching, and football-related topics.

From the return of the NFL and Aaron Donald to Baker Mayfield's new deal, international games, Lane Kiffin, Florida State, and the Middlekauff Mailbag, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out.

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The&nbsp;NFL is officially back, and on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff dives into the biggest storylines heading into the new season, from player news and international games to the latest developments across college football.
John breaks down&nbsp;Aaron Donald&nbsp;and the latest surrounding one of the most dominant defensive players of his generation. He also looks at the NFL's continued push to expand its global footprint with more&nbsp;NFL International Games&nbsp;and what the league's international strategy means for the future of the sport.
The quarterback market is also in focus as&nbsp;Baker Mayfield gets paid. John discusses the significance of the deal and what it says about how NFL teams value quarterbacks who have established themselves as franchise-level players.
John then shifts to&nbsp;college football, discussing&nbsp;Lane Kiffin and Florida State&nbsp;and the latest storylines surrounding the Seminoles as the college football season gets underway.
Finally, John opens up the&nbsp;Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions and tackling a wide range of NFL, college football, roster-building, coaching, and football-related topics.
From the return of the NFL and Aaron Donald to Baker Mayfield's new deal, international games, Lane Kiffin, Florida State, and the Middlekauff Mailbag, it&rsquo;s all covered on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out.
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2026 NFL Kickoff: Patriots-Seahawks Predictions, Baker Mayfield gets PAID, Aaron Donald OUT for Week 1

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Predictions

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into the latest NFL news before making his 2026 NFL predictions, including his picks for division winners and the teams he believes will make the playoffs.

John starts with Tua Tagovailoa starting for the Atlanta Falcons, discussing the quarterback situation and what expectations should be heading into the season. He also breaks down Deshaun Watson being named a captain by the Cleveland Browns and what that says about his standing within the organization.

The Patriots and Christian Gonzalez are also on the agenda, as John examines the latest surrounding New England and one of the team's most important players. Plus, John discusses Tony Romo and the latest NFL storylines around the league.

Then it’s prediction time. John gives his picks for the AFC and NFC division winners, before laying out his AFC Wild Card and NFC Wild Card selections. Which teams are positioned to make a run, and which playoff contenders could surprise?

From Tua and Watson to Christian Gonzalez, Tony Romo, and John's full NFL playoff predictions, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out.

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On this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff dives into the latest NFL news before making his&nbsp;2026 NFL predictions, including his picks for division winners and the teams he believes will make the playoffs.
John starts with&nbsp;Tua Tagovailoa starting for the Atlanta Falcons, discussing the quarterback situation and what expectations should be heading into the season. He also breaks down&nbsp;Deshaun Watson being named a captain by the Cleveland Browns&nbsp;and what that says about his standing within the organization.
The&nbsp;Patriots and Christian Gonzalez&nbsp;are also on the agenda, as John examines the latest surrounding New England and one of the team's most important players. Plus, John discusses&nbsp;Tony Romo&nbsp;and the latest NFL storylines around the league.
Then it&rsquo;s prediction time. John gives his picks for the&nbsp;AFC and NFC division winners, before laying out his&nbsp;AFC Wild Card and NFC Wild Card&nbsp;selections. Which teams are positioned to make a run, and which playoff contenders could surprise?
From Tua and Watson to Christian Gonzalez, Tony Romo, and John's full NFL playoff predictions, it&rsquo;s all covered on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out.
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NFL Futures: Division Winners, Wild Card Picks, NFL MVP + Major Award Predictions

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3 and Out - Chiefs/Eagles Super Bowl LVII Preview + 3 for the $$$ Bets

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