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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the emergence of Sam Darnold with the Seahawks and how the Vikings made a huge mistake by letting him leave after last season. Next, John discusses the mistake that the Titans made by firing Mike Vrabel and how lucky the Patriots got by him being available and hiring him.

Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the emergence of Sam Darnold with the Seahawks and how the Vikings made a huge mistake by letting him leave after last season. Next, John discusses the mistake that the Titans made by firing Mike Vrabel and how lucky the Patriots got by him being available and hiring him.
Finally,&nbsp;John answers your questions in this episode's&nbsp;mailbag segment.
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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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The emergence of Sam Darnold, Patriots HR with Mike Vrabel, Mailbag

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/7371cecf-eae4-4ae0-b8ed-b3df00ab7205/transcript

Sean McVay gets an extension

NFL is going to Paris

Dad diaries

Al Guido Interview

John Middlekauff kicks off by reacting to the news that the Los Angeles Rams have extended head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead and speculates on the Rams’ future as it pertains to the QB position if Matt Stafford retires this offseason. John then dives into the NFL International Games expanding to Paris, France in 2026 with the New Orleans Saints hosting the game and debates if the NFL will have a complete 17 game international package in the near future. John then presents a new edition of Dad Diaries, in which he discusses what it’s been like his first few weeks of being a new parent.

John wraps up with an interview with the San Francisco 49ers CEO Al Guido about his new promotion from president, the business of managing an NFL stadium in-season and in the offseason, the importance of relationships with the head coach and general manager, the role principal owner Jed York plays in the overall process, and advice for young people trying to break into sports.

John Middlekauff kicks off by reacting to the news that the Los Angeles Rams have extended head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead and speculates on the Rams&rsquo; future as it pertains to the QB position if Matt Stafford retires this offseason. John then dives into the NFL International Games expanding to Paris, France in 2026 with the New Orleans Saints hosting the game and debates if the NFL will have a complete 17 game international package in the near future. John then presents a new edition of Dad Diaries, in which he discusses what it&rsquo;s been like his first few weeks of being a new parent.
John wraps up with an interview with the San Francisco 49ers CEO Al Guido about his new promotion from president, the business of managing an NFL stadium in-season and in the offseason, the importance of relationships with the head coach and general manager, the role principal owner Jed York plays in the overall process, and advice for young people trying to break into sports.

Rams have extended head coach Sean McVay, San Francisco 49ers CEO Al Guido stops by

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Vikings fire GM

The Raiders hire a HC

Cardinals gire LaFleur

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff opens the show talking about the Vikings surprisingly firing their GM, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and why if this was going to happen, waiting until February was a very interesting decision. Next, John discusses the Raiders hiring Klint Kubiak and why he feels that this is the right move for Vegas. Finally, John dives into the Cardinals hiring Mike LaFleur in what looks like a very "meh" hire for Arizona. All that and more.

Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 

Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff opens the show talking about the Vikings surprisingly firing their GM, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and why if this was going to happen, waiting until February was a very interesting decision. Next, John discusses the Raiders hiring Klint Kubiak and why he feels that this is the right move for Vegas. Finally, John dives into the Cardinals hiring Mike LaFleur in what looks like a very "meh" hire for Arizona. All that and more.
Finally,&nbsp;John answers your questions in this episode's&nbsp;mailbag segment.&nbsp;
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The Vikings FIRE Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Raiders HIRE Klint Kubiak, Cardinals FINALLY hire a HC

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Joe Brady introduced in Buffalo

Jimmy Haslam upset with how people feel about 

Fugazi Friday

Mailbag

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Bills introducing Joe Brady and how impressive Brady sounded when talking with the media by giving a lot of praise for Sean McDermott and crediting him for getting Buffalo to where they are today. Next, John talks about the Browns owner, Jimmy Haslam getting upset at people for being critical of the Browns organization for how they have handled the head coaching search. Later, the return of "Fugazi Friday".

 

Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 

Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest. 

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Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout!

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Bills introducing Joe Brady and how impressive Brady sounded when talking with the media by giving a lot of praise for Sean McDermott and crediting him for getting Buffalo to where they are today. Next, John talks about the Browns owner, Jimmy Haslam getting upset at people for being critical of the Browns organization for how they have handled the head coaching search. Later, the return of "Fugazi Friday".
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Finally,&nbsp;John answers your questions in this episode's&nbsp;mailbag segment.&nbsp;
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Joe Brady introduced in Buffalo, Jimmy Haslam MAD at people, Fugazi Friday

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The emergence of Sam Darnold, Patriots HR with Mike Vrabel, Mailbag

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