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Could NFL coaches help 8th graders

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NFL's growth

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John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. How will this season pan out of the Buffalo Bills? Could an NFL coach turn a group of 8th graders into a high school powerhouse? What is the Saints outlook for this coming season? John dives into all that and MORE! 

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John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. How will this season pan out of the Buffalo Bills? Could an NFL coach turn a group of 8th graders into a high school powerhouse? What is the Saints outlook for this coming season? John dives into all that and MORE!&nbsp;
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=1781825463959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0mgdXM7RFoSmth78YYiVx2">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1781825463959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1gRbySLJ_04t3_8wUvF5uI">&nbsp;YouTube</a>&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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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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Massive Mailbag Part 2

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The World Cup

NFL Playoffs

Tight End U

NBA vs. NHL

NBA Lottery

Patriots

Justin Herbert

Sean Payton

Streaming

Howie Roseman

Life after playing sports

John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. What is the current state of the Denver Broncos? Is Justin Herbert getting too distracted with off the field things? Who won the AJ Brown trade? John dives into all that and MORE! 

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John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. What is the current state of the Denver Broncos? Is Justin Herbert getting too distracted with off the field things? Who won the AJ Brown trade? John dives into all that and MORE!&nbsp;
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=1781058915354000&amp;usg=AOvVaw28gAnfJqMuV8NyspecRa0l">&nbsp;Twitter</a>, Instagram and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1781058915354000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0GAHUkoKsUc-K_KwZv07gI">&nbsp;YouTube</a>&nbsp;for the latest.&nbsp;
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NFL Offseason Mailbag: State of the Denver Broncos, Justin Herbert’s Offseason, Eagles won A.J. Brown trade? 

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Jalen Brunson & the Underdog Mentality

The Intangibles You Can't Measure in the NFL D

Victor Wembanyama Reality Check

Why the NBA Finals Actually Mattered This Year

John Was Wrong About Team USA Soccer 

Remembering Aldon Smith

Does Firing a Great Coach Ever Actually Work?

What Did the Knicks Title Mean to New Yorkers?

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into Jalen Brunson’s incredible rise and the underdog mentality that has helped define his career. John breaks down why leadership, toughness, and mentality often matter just as much as raw talent when building winning teams.

John also gives a reality check on Victor Wembanyama, discussing the sky-high expectations surrounding the young superstar and what fair expectations should actually look like.

Plus, why the NBA Finals genuinely mattered this year—not just for basketball, but for the league’s broader narrative—and what made this championship run feel different. John also admits where he was wrong about Team USA Soccer and reflects on how his perspective has changed.

The episode also includes a moment to remember Aldon Smith and the impact he had on football during his career.

To wrap things up, John discusses whether firing a great coach ever truly works and what the Knicks’ championship meant to New Yorkers, a fan base that has waited decades for a title.

From sports psychology and player evaluation to championship legacy and coaching philosophy, 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&nbsp;3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff dives into Jalen Brunson&rsquo;s incredible rise and the underdog mentality that has helped define his career. John breaks down why leadership, toughness, and mentality often matter just as much as raw talent when building winning teams.
John also gives a reality check on Victor Wembanyama, discussing the sky-high expectations surrounding the young superstar and what fair expectations should actually look like.
Plus, why the NBA Finals genuinely mattered this year&mdash;not just for basketball, but for the league&rsquo;s broader narrative&mdash;and what made this championship run feel different. John also admits where he was wrong about Team USA Soccer and reflects on how his perspective has changed.
The episode also includes a moment to remember Aldon Smith and the impact he had on football during his career.
To wrap things up, John discusses whether firing a great coach ever truly works and what the Knicks&rsquo; championship meant to New Yorkers, a fan base that has waited decades for a title.
From sports psychology and player evaluation to championship legacy and coaching philosophy, it&rsquo;s all covered on this episode of&nbsp;3 &amp; Out.
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Knicks Are NBA Champs, Jalen Brunson's Underdog Story, Aldon Smith Remembered & Which NFL Franchises NEED a Super Bowl Most?

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On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the Denver Broncos giving head coach Sean Payton a massive contract extension and what that means for the long-term success of the franchise.

He breaks down the Knicks historic come from behind win over the Spurs and what led to the Spurs incredible late collapse, and weighs in on Phil Mickelson being kicked out of his country club for inappropriate conduct toward a female employee of the club.

For his Fugazi Friday special, John explains why does NOT love owning a pool.

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

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On this episode of 3 &amp; Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the Denver Broncos giving head coach Sean Payton a massive contract extension and what that means for the long-term success of the franchise.
He breaks down the Knicks historic come from behind win over the Spurs and what led to the Spurs incredible late collapse, and weighs in on Phil Mickelson being kicked out of his country club for inappropriate conduct toward a female employee of the club.
For his Fugazi Friday special, John explains why does NOT love owning a pool.
To wrap things up, it&rsquo;s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of NFL and college football topics.&nbsp;
Follow John on<a href="https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports"> Twitter</a>, and Instagram for the latest.&nbsp;
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Sean Payton Extension, Knicks Historic Comeback, Phil Mickelson Banned From Country Club

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