John discusses why Bill Belichick would consider serving as the de facto OC for the Pats, and why Les Snead's approach to building the Rams by trading draft picks has gone from being mocked to being copied around the league this offseason. He also gives some quick takes on top headlines, including the Browns haven't dealt Baker yet, the Bills new stadium deal, why Liberty QB Malik Willis' stock is rising so fast leading up to the draft, what he saw at the owners meetings that is a huge red flag for the Panthers, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John discusses why Bill Belichick would consider serving as the de facto OC for the Pats, and why Les Snead's approach to building the Rams by trading draft picks has gone from being mocked to being copied around the league this offseason. He also gives some quick takes on top headlines, including the Browns haven't dealt Baker yet, the Bills new stadium deal, why Liberty QB Malik Willis' stock is rising so fast leading up to the draft, what he saw at the owners meetings that is a huge red flag for the Panthers, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.Follow John and The Volume on <a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports">Twitter</a>, Instagram and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TheVolume">YouTube</a> for the latest content and updates and check out <a href="https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/">FanDuel</a> for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

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

Belichick OC Legacy Play, Rams Blueprint Cloning, Nobody Wants Baker, Malik Willis Rising, Owners Meetings, Mailbag 

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Latest in College football

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the 49ers' win over the Rams in Australia and breaks down the biggest takeaways from the international matchup. With the Rams coming up short, all eyes are now on Los Angeles and how the team responds after its season-opening loss.

John takes a closer look at the 49ers-Rams matchup, what stood out from both teams, and the biggest questions facing the Rams moving forward. He also recaps the biggest NFL stories from Wednesday, breaking down the news and developments that have the football world talking.

John also discusses NBC's pregame and postgame broadcast team, sharing his thoughts on the network's coverage surrounding the NFL's international opener.

Finally, John looks ahead to Sunday's best games, highlighting the matchups worth watching and the teams, players, and storylines that could define the first full Sunday slate of the NFL season.

From the 49ers-Rams reaction and the pressure on Los Angeles to the biggest NFL news and Sunday's must-watch games, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out. All that and much more!

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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On this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the&nbsp;49ers' win over the Rams in Australia&nbsp;and breaks down the biggest takeaways from the international matchup. With the Rams coming up short, all eyes are now on&nbsp;Los Angeles&nbsp;and how the team responds after its season-opening loss.
John takes a closer look at the 49ers-Rams matchup, what stood out from both teams, and the biggest questions facing the Rams moving forward. He also recaps the&nbsp;biggest NFL stories from Wednesday, breaking down the news and developments that have the football world talking.
John also discusses&nbsp;NBC's pregame and postgame broadcast team, sharing his thoughts on the network's coverage surrounding the NFL's international opener.
Finally, John looks ahead to&nbsp;Sunday's best games, highlighting the matchups worth watching and the teams, players, and storylines that could define the first full Sunday slate of the NFL season.
From the 49ers-Rams reaction and the pressure on Los Angeles to the biggest NFL news and Sunday's must-watch games, it&rsquo;s all covered on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out.&nbsp;All that and much 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=1788377353812000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2VCskAmMlnRy5_ss18Vg0W">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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49ers-Rams Reaction, Rams Under Pressure & the Best NFL Games to Watch Sunday

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Seattle-NE Reaction

PolyMarkey

Drake Maye

NFL Injuries

Trees.com

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!

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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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!
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=1788377353812000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2VCskAmMlnRy5_ss18Vg0W">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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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.

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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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.
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=1788377353812000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2VCskAmMlnRy5_ss18Vg0W">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, and Instagram&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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2026 NFL Kickoff: Patriots-Seahawks Predictions, Baker Mayfield gets PAID, Aaron Donald OUT for Week 1

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Belichick OC Legacy Play, Rams Blueprint Cloning, Nobody Wants Baker, Malik Willis Rising, Owners Meetings, Mailbag

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