John explains why the Chargers made a mistake by keeping Brandon Staley instead of pursuing Sean Payton, and why Aaron Rodgers making personnel demands for him to return to the Packers is unrealistic.

He also previews the Divisional Round matchups and  runs his picks by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement on this week’s picks! 

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John explains why the Chargers made a mistake by keeping Brandon Staley instead of pursuing Sean Payton, and why Aaron Rodgers making personnel demands for him to return to the Packers is unrealistic.
He also previews the Divisional Round matchups and  runs his picks 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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3 and Out - Staley Mistake, Rodgers Ransom, Divisional Round Preview + 3 for the $$$

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Issue with the early kickoffs

Why are the Bills so high in the east

Bears new stadium

How to raise kids as sports fans

International travel 

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Tanking in the NFL

Will the Dolphins be tanking

Home field advantage

Developing a backup QB

Will Wade at LSU

Defending ND

The Bears draft

Are the Cards going to get the number 1 pick

Do front offices have beef?

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to tackle some of the biggest conversations around the NFL.

John discusses the ongoing issues with early NFL kickoffs and why players, teams, and fans continue to debate the impact of scheduling on performance and viewership. He also dives into the Bears’ new stadium discussion and what the future could look like for one of the league’s iconic franchises.

Plus, a closer look at international travel in the NFL and how overseas games affect teams, preparation, and player recovery throughout the season.

John also breaks down the reality of tanking in the NFL—why it’s harder to pull off in football compared to other sports and whether teams actually benefit from trying to lose.

And with home-field advantage still playing a major role across the league, John explains why certain environments continue to matter more than others. He also discusses the importance of developing backup quarterbacks and why organizations that consistently build depth at the position give themselves a major edge.

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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On this episode of 3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to tackle some of the biggest conversations around the NFL.
John discusses the ongoing issues with early NFL kickoffs and why players, teams, and fans continue to debate the impact of scheduling on performance and viewership. He also dives into the Bears&rsquo; new stadium discussion and what the future could look like for one of the league&rsquo;s iconic franchises.
Plus, a closer look at international travel in the NFL and how overseas games affect teams, preparation, and player recovery throughout the season.
John also breaks down the reality of tanking in the NFL&mdash;why it&rsquo;s harder to pull off in football compared to other sports and whether teams actually benefit from trying to lose.
And with home-field advantage still playing a major role across the league, John explains why certain environments continue to matter more than others. He also discusses the importance of developing backup quarterbacks and why organizations that consistently build depth at the position give themselves a major edge.
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Early Kickoff Problems, Bears Stadium Debate, Tanking & Backup QB Development | Mailbag

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff discusses how this will be Aaron Rodgers’ final season and what his legacy will look like when it’s all said and done.

John also dives into the excitement surrounding Brock Bowers, breaking down why the standout tight end has so much hype and how he could impact the next level right away.

Plus, more thoughts on the NFL’s growing international footprint and why the league continues to aggressively expand games across the globe. What does it mean for teams, players, and fans moving forward?

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of topics from around the football world.

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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On this episode of 3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff discusses how this will be Aaron Rodgers&rsquo; final season and what his legacy will look like when it&rsquo;s all said and done.
John also dives into the excitement surrounding Brock Bowers, breaking down why the standout tight end has so much hype and how he could impact the next level right away.
Plus, more thoughts on the NFL&rsquo;s growing international footprint and why the league continues to aggressively expand games across the globe. What does it mean for teams, players, and fans moving forward?
To wrap things up, it&rsquo;s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of topics from around the football world.
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=1779267896839000&amp;usg=AOvVaw27zDMtHU_guppZG4mJAHps">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram for the latest.&nbsp;
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Aaron Rodgers’ Final Season, Brock Bowers is a STAR & NFL International Games

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Rashee Rice

Victor Wembanyama

NFL International Games

Brendan Sorsby

JSN trophy gaffe

Nashville getting a Super Bowl

Mailbag

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to discuss the latest headlines across the sports world, starting with Rashee Rice’s legal situation and the potential implications moving forward.

John also talks about Victor Wembanyama’s rise to superstardom and why the young NBA phenom already feels like one of the most unique athletes in sports.

Plus, a deeper look at the NFL’s continued international expansion and why the league keeps pushing games overseas. John also reacts to Brendan Sorsby suing the NCAA and what the case could mean in the ever-changing world of college athletics.

Other topics include the awkward JSN trophy gaffe making the rounds online and Nashville being named the site for a future Super Bowl host city.

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering everything happening around the NFL and beyond. All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out.

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet

#Volume

On this episode of 3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to discuss the latest headlines across the sports world, starting with Rashee Rice&rsquo;s legal situation and the potential implications moving forward.
John also talks about Victor Wembanyama&rsquo;s rise to superstardom and why the young NBA phenom already feels like one of the most unique athletes in sports.
Plus, a deeper look at the NFL&rsquo;s continued international expansion and why the league keeps pushing games overseas. John also reacts to Brendan Sorsby suing the NCAA and what the case could mean in the ever-changing world of college athletics.
Other topics include the awkward JSN trophy gaffe making the rounds online and Nashville being named the site for a future Super Bowl host city.
To wrap things up, it&rsquo;s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering everything happening around the NFL and beyond. All that and much more on this episode of 3 &amp; Out.
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=1779267896839000&amp;usg=AOvVaw27zDMtHU_guppZG4mJAHps">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram for the latest.&nbsp;
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Chiefs' Rashee Rice violates probation, Victor Wembanyama's greatness, NFL Offseason Mailbag

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3 and Out - Staley Mistake, Rodgers Ransom, Divisional Round Preview + 3 for the $$$

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