Seahawks are CRUSHING Hard Knocks + Kevin O'Connell on Vikings QB Battle

In this episode, John reacts to the 2nd episode of HBO Hard Knocks with the Seattle Seahawks and reacts to the viral vlip of head coach Mike McDonald. Next, John dives into Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell's thinking into his QB decision. Later, John dives into the Middlekauff Mailbag to answer y…

Kyler Murray WINS Vikings QB1 job over J.J. McCarthy + What’s Next for Tony Romo?

In this episode, John reacts to the news that Kyler Murray has been named the starting QB over J.J. McCarthy in Vikings training camp. Next, John talks about what's next for McCarthy, with potential trade destinations on the horizon. Later, John reacts to news and injury updates around the NFL. Joh…

Cowboys Pay Quinnen Williams, Cousins/Crosby Fallout, Bills Stadium Backlash

On this episode of 3 & Out, John is back from the road, coming to you live from a Marriott couch  and he starts by giving Jerry Jones credit, which he acknowledges is not a sentence people are used to hearing. With the Cowboys extending Quinnen Williams (00:56), John walks through the full accounti…

Carson Beck’s Debut, 2026 Hall Of Fame Class, Bridgewater Retires, Cowboys Super Bowl Talk

On this episode of 3 & Out, John is pumped with football officially back. He opens on Carson Beck's Hall of Fame Game debut (01:46) and why a third-round quarterback's path is fundamentally different from a first-rounder's: you're not a five-star on scholarship, you're a backup until proven otherwi…

Jonathan Taylor’s BIG Extension, Hall of Fame Weekend, Fugazi Friday & NFL Training Camp Mailbag

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into Jonathan Taylor's contract extension and what the new deal means for the Indianapolis Colts, the running back market, and the value of elite talent at the position. John also breaks down the rise of Kahlil Benson with the Kansas City Chiefs, …

Hard Knocks Episode 1 Reactions, Aaron Donald Comeback Buzz, 49ers Injury Woes & Mailbag

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to Episode 1 of HBO's Hard Knocks, breaking down the biggest moments, standout personalities, and what the premiere revealed about life inside an NFL training camp. John also explains why football players are some of the biggest "nerds" in sports…

Falcons give HUGE EXTENSION to Bijan Robinson, Sando’s NFL QB Tiers Reaction, NFL Training Camp Mailbag

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to Bijan Robinson landing a massive new contract, breaking down what the extension means for the Falcons, the running back market, and why elite talent at the position is once again being rewarded. Next, John reacts to the NFL quarterback tier ra…

NFL Coaches' Favorites, Kyler vs. J.J., Watson's Contract Demands & Dad Diaries

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into whether NFL coaches really have favorite players and how those relationships can influence playing time, roster decisions, and the development of young talent. John also breaks down the latest quarterback situation in Minnesota. With Kyler Mu…

NFL Training Camp Mailbag: 49ers Injuries Pile Up, Seahawks Flying Under Radar? Buying Cowboys Stock?

It's a loaded Middlekauff Mailbag on this episode of 3 & Out as John answers your questions on everything happening across the NFL and college football. John kicks things off by discussing the latest 49ers injuries and what they could mean for one of the NFC's perennial contenders. He also tackles…

Colin Cowherd Podcast - 49ers Outlook After Shanahan Accident? Shedeur Sanders, Cowboys Win The Division? Expectations For Indiana

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk all things football. They start with 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan being in a serious car accident and the controversy surrounding why he wasn’t checked for a DUI (4:30), and then discuss the outlook for the 49ers 2026 season (11:00).  …