John explains why Jonathan Taylor has no leverage in his standoff with the Colts, why the Cardinals cutting Colt McCoy isn’t tanking, what the Pats will do with 1 rostered QB as camp ends, why the Bills should keep Von Miller around, why Ron Rivera’s seat is hotter after his latest unforced media error, and how front offices handle scouring camp cuts around the league for potential signings. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John explains why Jonathan Taylor has no leverage in his standoff with the Colts, why the Cardinals cutting Colt McCoy isn’t tanking, what the Pats will do with 1 rostered QB as camp ends, why the Bills should keep Von Miller around, why Ron Rivera’s seat is hotter after his latest unforced media error, and how front offices handle scouring camp cuts around the league for potential signings. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.
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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 - Taylor Leverage-less, Pats QB(s) 1, Cards Tanking Talk, Riverboat Gone, Mailbag

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EAGLES-BEARS

Ad Marker

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.
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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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 - Taylor Leverage-less, Pats QB(s) 1, Cards Tanking Talk, Riverboat Gone, Mailbag

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