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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.

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3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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3 & Out - Mailbag

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Early NFL Injuries

Fernando Mendoza signs contract

Liam Coen on Travis Hunter

Pate & Bussin with the Boys 

Fugazi Friday

Mailbag

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the first wave of NFL training camp injuries and discusses what early setbacks can mean for players and teams before the regular season even begins. Which injuries are worth worrying about, and which are simply part of the grind of camp?

John also breaks down Fernando Mendoza officially signing his NFL contract, what the deal means for both the rookie quarterback and his team, and what expectations should be heading into his first professional season.

Plus, John reacts to Jaguars head coach Liam Coen's comments on Travis Hunter, discussing the unique challenges of maximizing a player with Hunter's rare two-way skill set and what his role could look like in the NFL.

The conversation also turns to the latest involving Josh Pate and Bussin' With The Boys, as John weighs in on one of the more talked-about media storylines in football.

To close out the week, Fugazi Friday returns as John separates what's real from what's not around the NFL, before wrapping things up with another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions from across the football world.

From training camp updates and rookie contracts to media debates and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of 3 & Out.

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On this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the first wave of NFL training camp injuries and discusses what early setbacks can mean for players and teams before the regular season even begins. Which injuries are worth worrying about, and which are simply part of the grind of camp?
John also breaks down Fernando Mendoza officially signing his NFL contract, what the deal means for both the rookie quarterback and his team, and what expectations should be heading into his first professional season.
Plus, John reacts to Jaguars head coach Liam Coen's comments on Travis Hunter, discussing the unique challenges of maximizing a player with Hunter's rare two-way skill set and what his role could look like in the NFL.
The conversation also turns to the latest involving Josh Pate and Bussin' With The Boys, as John weighs in on one of the more talked-about media storylines in football.
To close out the week, Fugazi Friday returns as John separates what's real from what's not around the NFL, before wrapping things up with another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, answering listener questions from across the football world.
From training camp updates and rookie contracts to media debates and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of&nbsp;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=1784675939731000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3q0EzpY3l1K4Qn5Ohcq_Qa">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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Panthers Suffer Early Injuries in Training Camp, Liam Coen on Travis Hunter, Fernando Mendoza Signs Rookie Contract  

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Popularity & Power of Football

Sean McVay comments on Aaron Donald

Adam Schefter on 49ers 2nd rounder

Raiders & Fernando Mendoza

Chiefs new stadium

Deebo Samuel

Florida HC on phone interruption

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into why football continues to reign supreme in American sports, exploring the NFL's unmatched popularity, influence, and staying power. From television ratings to fan engagement, John explains what separates football from every other league.

John also reacts to Sean McVay's latest comments about Aaron Donald, discussing whether there's any reason to believe the future Hall of Famer could return to the field and what his presence would mean for the Rams.

Plus, Adam Schefter's update on the 49ers' second-round pick sparks another conversation about San Francisco's roster, while John weighs in on the latest involving the Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

The episode also covers the Chiefs' plans for a new stadium, what it could mean for the franchise and the city of Kansas City, and the latest surrounding Deebo Samuel as his future continues to be a topic of discussion.

To wrap things up, John reacts to the Florida head coach's response to a phone interruption during a press conference before opening up the Middlekauff Mailbag to answer your questions on the biggest stories around the NFL.

From league-wide trends and quarterback news to stadium developments and front-office storylines, it's all covered on this episode of 3 &Out.

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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On this episode of 3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff dives into why football continues to reign supreme in American sports, exploring the NFL's unmatched popularity, influence, and staying power. From television ratings to fan engagement, John explains what separates football from every other league.
John also reacts to Sean McVay's latest comments about Aaron Donald, discussing whether there's any reason to believe the future Hall of Famer could return to the field and what his presence would mean for the Rams.
Plus, Adam Schefter's update on the 49ers' second-round pick sparks another conversation about San Francisco's roster, while John weighs in on the latest involving the Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
The episode also covers the Chiefs' plans for a new stadium, what it could mean for the franchise and the city of Kansas City, and the latest surrounding Deebo Samuel as his future continues to be a topic of discussion.
To wrap things up, John reacts to the Florida head coach's response to a phone interruption during a press conference before opening up the Middlekauff Mailbag to answer your questions on the biggest stories around the NFL.
From league-wide trends and quarterback news to stadium developments and front-office storylines, it's all covered 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=1784675939731000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3q0EzpY3l1K4Qn5Ohcq_Qa">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram for the latest.&nbsp;
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Football’s Unmatched Power, Aaron Donald Buzz, Baker’s Contract & Middlekauff Mailbag

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Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady

Top 5 Teams with most Pressure

Colts

Eagles

Bills

Rams

Bengals

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff kicks things off by discussing two of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history—Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady. John shares his thoughts on where each legend stands at this stage of their football journey, their lasting impact on the league, and why their names continue to dominate NFL conversations.

Next, John ranks the five NFL teams facing the most pressure heading into the season. Which franchises have the highest expectations? Who has the most to lose? And which coaches, quarterbacks, and front offices are entering a make-or-break year? John breaks down the teams with the smallest margin for error and what success—or failure—could mean for each organization.

To wrap things up, it's another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers your questions on the biggest topics around the NFL, from roster building and quarterback play to coaching philosophies and league-wide storylines.

From legendary quarterbacks to pressure-packed seasons and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of 3 & Out.

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On this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff kicks things off by discussing two of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history&mdash;Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady. John shares his thoughts on where each legend stands at this stage of their football journey, their lasting impact on the league, and why their names continue to dominate NFL conversations.
Next, John ranks the&nbsp;five NFL teams facing the most pressure&nbsp;heading into the season. Which franchises have the highest expectations? Who has the most to lose? And which coaches, quarterbacks, and front offices are entering a make-or-break year? John breaks down the teams with the smallest margin for error and what success&mdash;or failure&mdash;could mean for each organization.
To wrap things up, it's another edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers your questions on the biggest topics around the NFL, from roster building and quarterback play to coaching philosophies and league-wide storylines.
From legendary quarterbacks to pressure-packed seasons and fan questions, it's all covered on this episode of&nbsp;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=1784675939731000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3q0EzpY3l1K4Qn5Ohcq_Qa">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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5 NFL Teams under MAJOR PRESSURE in 2026, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers + NFL Pre-Training Camp Mailbag

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