3 and Out with John Middlekauff

Middlekauff REACTS to all things NFL Draft on day 2 from Green Bay, Wisconsin. John dives into the continuous fall of former Colorado star Shedeur Sanders and his prospects of being selected on Day 3. John disagrees with the selections of Tyler Shough from the New Orleans Saints, Jalen Milroe from the Seattle Seahawks, and Dillion Gabriel from the Cleveland Browns over Sanders. John further discusses if taking Sanders will be worth the publicity and if you are getting a motivated quarterback or a difficult one. John also discusses the good draft teams like the Chicago Bears and the Baltimore Ravens had. John wraps up by reacting to Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney's comments on impending free agent Aaron Rodgers. 00:21 - Shedeur Sanders Continues to Slide 06:18 -Tyler Shough 07:41 - Jalen Milroe 08:55 - Dillion Gabriel 19:01 -Chicago Bears Draft night 22:15 - Pittsburgh Steelers hoping on Aaron Rodgers decision 23:34 - New England Patriots snag Ohio State RB Treyveon Henderson 26:02 - Baltimore Ravens Good Draft Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Middlekauff REACTS to Colorado football star Shedeur Sanders going undrafted in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. John questions the bold move the New York Giants made when they traded back into the first round to select Jaxson Dart. John also reacts to the Rams-Falcons trade, believing it is a major win for Les Snead and Sean McVay. Finally, John discusses how the majority of first round picks drafted came from SEC or Big 12 programs, and how that will be the pipeline for mid-major stars to break into the NFL Draft landscape. 02:21 - Shedeur Sanders undrafted in 1st round 12:39 - Rams-Falcons Trade 15:10 - Giants made a bold trade for Jaxson Dart 17:09 - Eagles keep getting richer 17:52 - First Round Picks mostly from SEC & Big 12 programs Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft! They start with the Jaguars giving up WAY too much to draft Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and believe unless he is a two-way pro bowler… the move isn’t worth it. They debate whether Cleveland reached for DT Mason Graham at #5 and believe there’s a real chance the Jags pick they received could be a top 6 pick. They react to the Raiders selecting RB Ashton Jeanty at #6 and point out that Geno Smith has played very well with a solid run game and play action, but John adds the caveat that Jeanty played against subpar competition in college. They laud the Jets for passing on skill players to invest in their offensive line, and worry the Panthers selection of T-Mac at wide receiver is risky since he struggled with separation in college. They argue that few 2nd year quarterbacks in the history of the game have had more weapons to work with than Caleb Williams after the Bear drafted TE Colston Loveland at #10. They agree that the Cowboys were smart to bolster the offensive line by drafting Tyler Booker after Zach Martin retired, and express concern with the Dolphins pick of Kenneth Grant. Colin gives kudos to Colts GM Chris Ballard for staying patient and drafting Tyler Warren at #14, believes Warren could be one of the steals of the draft. They point out that high character led to Emeka Egbuka moving up draft boards to land at #19 with the Buccaneers and that Baker Mayfield will now be working with a stacked offense. They react to the surprise pick of the Broncos passing on offensive skill players to draft Texas CB Jahdae Barron and John explains why teams have put a premium on slot corners. They discuss Shedeur Sanders making it past the Steelers at #21 and they predict he could fall out of the first round entirely and Colin argues the last 10 picks of the round are more interesting than the first ten. The project that the Titans and Raiders will be the two teams that gain the most offensive juice, and Colin argues that the pick of Omarion Hampton makes the Chargers a “Jim Harbaugh football team” They talk about the massive crowd in attendance for the draft in Green Bay, why it’s one of the best sports cities in America despite its small size, and why the Packers drafting WR Matthew Golden is in response to injuries to Christian Watson. Colin argues the Commanders draft position puts them with a group of teams with far better rosters. They debate whether the Giants trading up to #25 to grab QB Jaxson Dart was a huge reach, and were SHOCKED the Falcons traded a future 1st to draft James Pierce Jr. They discuss the resurgence in the value of safeties after the Ravens draft S Malaki Starks from Georgia They point to the later teams selecting for need, including the Lions selecting a defensive tackle as a product of the slew of injuries they suffered on defense in 2024, and the Commanders beefing up their offensive line to protect Jayden Daniels. Colin expresses his surprise that Shedeur Sanders fell out of the first round in a quarterback needy league, and they look at potential landing spots for the Colorado star and marvel at the number of picks made from schools in the SEC and Big Ten. The BMW iX. Everything you love about the Ultimate Driving Machine – electrified. Learn More at https://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/all-electric/ix/suv/overview.html Timeline 0:00 Start 0:15 Jags gave up WAY too much to Cleveland to draft Travis Hunter* 3:30 Did Browns reach for Mason Graham at #5 5:45 Jags pick next year could be top 6 7:00 - Geno Smith is pretty good with a run game, now he has Ashton Jeanty 9:45 - Jets smart to pass on skill guys and focus on their offensive line 12:15 Panthers selecting T-Mac feels risky 15:45 Bears are surrounding Caleb Williams with talent, draft TE Colston Loveland* 20:30 49ers took the best player available with Mykel Williams 23:00 Cowboys were smart to draft Tyler Booker 25:30 Dolphins headed for disaster in 2025? 28:15 Tyler Warren at #14 could be one of the steals of the draft* 30:45 Everybody Colin talked to loved Emeka Egbuka, maturity and leadership boosted his value 34:00 Baker Mayfield will be working with a STACKED offense 39:15 Broncos surprise, draft Jahdae Barron instead of getting Bo Nix a weapon 43:30 Steelers pass on Shedeur Sanders, will he fall out of the first round entirely?? 46:45 The draft is more interesting in the 20’s rather than early 49:45 Titans and Raiders will be far more dynamic offensively based on their picks 52:00 Omarion Hampton makes Chargers a “Jim Harbaugh football team” 57:00 Chargers will run the ball down your throat 58:00 Green Bay draws 250,000 people to the draft, one of the best sports cities in America 59:00 Packers add yet ANOTHER wide receiver with Matthew Golden 1:05:00 Commanders drafting near teams with much better overall rosters 1:07:15 Will never criticize a team for pi

It's Draft Day and John dives into what the mindset of GM's and head coaches are heading into the draft. John talks about how this draft seems to not have the talent as other drafts may have had and how that changes how teams approach their picks. John also talks about the pressure from a player standpoint as they wait to hear their name called and how it can mess with your head if you slip in the draft. Next, John talks about some of the stories that he finds the most interesting heading into the draft. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segments. 4:54 - The Draft 22:48 - Interesting stories heading into the draft 28:57 - Microsoft 36:09 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the pod talking about the 49ers and how Brock Purdy has shown up to camp and how that tells you that there is good blood between both sides and it looks like eventually a deal will get worked out. Also, John talks about the comment made from Davante Adams about the 49ers and how the 49er organization has denied making any comments. Later, John dives into the report that the Browns and Giants are fielding calls for the number two and number three picks in the draft. Lastly, John is joined by former NFL head coach, Jay Gruden to talk about the upcoming NFL Draft and dive into the players that he is very high on heading into Thursday night. 5:14 - Brock purdy is at camp 15:19 - Davante Adams speaks 18:11 - Titans will take Cam Ward 21:37 - Will the Browns or Giants trade their pick 33:00 - Jay Gruden joins the podcast Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers all of your questions in this episode's massive mailbag segment. John talks about Nico transferring to UCLA and why he doesn't love the move, which of the other QB's in the draft have a shot to be a star, when will Justin Herbert  put it all together for the Chargers, how important was Manzel to college football, and much more!   Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers all of your questions in this week's massive mailbag segment. Why is no one giving Bo Nix credit for his rookie season, which four NFL players would be the ideal foursome, should the Commanders trade for Trey Hendrickson, and much more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the pod talking about Aaron Rodgers comments about his future and how he says that he is willing to play for $10 million, but he's also undecided about if he will actually be playing next season. Later, John talks about John Harbaugh's comments on players playing both sides of the ball and how he doesn't see how a player can do enough when it comes to studying and preparation to be able to play at a top level having to prep both sides of the ball. Finally, John wraps up the show paying tribute to Lee Corso. 4:18 - Aaron Rodgers speaks 10:03 - John Harbaugh on Travis Hunter 25:56 - Lee Corso is retiring Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by the Wake Forest head coach Jake Dickert to talk about the upcoming Wake Forest season, how he handles the transfer portal and how that has changed the landscape of college football, what it was like coaching Cam Ward and Josh Allen, and if he thinks we'll ever see another player like Travis Hunter in college football. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:09 - Jake Dickert joins the show 46:37 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into how teams approach the NFL Draft from a trading perspective and how the way the draft plays out, plays a major role into teams starting to trade for players. Next, John discusses the latest with Derek Carr and the very odd situation surrounding his "injury".  Next, he talks about the upcoming draft and where he thinks Shedeur Sanders could get drafted and what might happen if he slips. Lastly, John talks some golf with a 3&Out-Go Low combo podcast and also answers your questions during this episode's Go Low mailbag segment. 5:38 - Who could be on the trading block 12:11 - What's the deal with Carr 15:40 - Draft talk 21:43 - Where will Shedeur go 29:17 - Go Low 41:19 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the latest with the former Tennessee QB, Nico Iamaleava and how what he's doing by "holding out" is a very bad look for college football and how if this were the NFL he would likely not be on a team next season. Next, John talks about how sports are the greatest reality show on TV and we find ourselves rooting for players that have struggled to win a championship. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:55 - NIL changing college football 22:18 - Sports are the greatest reality show 33:46 - Guys not running before the draft 41:19 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff offers up his instant reaction to Rory McIlroy finally winning the Masters and completing the career Grand Slam. John discusses what's next for Rory, and how many more majors can he win? John also offers his takes on the play of runner-up Justin Rose, Bryson DeChambeau, Ludvig Åberg and last year's Masters winner, Scottie Scheffler. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd is joined by John Middlekauff and they react to Rory McIlory winning The Masters. They give their takes on Rory's peformance, Bryson DeChambeau and PGA Tour vs LIV Golf. They move to football to discuss why Aaron Rodgers still hasn't signed with the Steelers and if he is waiting for more teams. Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava tried to renegotiate his deal with the school and his future is in doubt. Derek Carr is injured, does New Orleans make sense for Shedeur Sanders? Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers all of your questions as we continue to get closer to the NFL Draft. Who does he think will be the top 5 picks in the draft, does he think the Commanders will have a sophomore slump, should college football change the playoff to get more non-power conference teams in, and much more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses the impact of franchise changing players and how a guy like Steph Curry is more impactful to the Warriors than LeBron James is to the Lakers. Next, John talks about the Nuggets firing Mike Malone and how that firing could indirectly be tied to the Rams and that operation. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:02 - Changing a franchise 15:17 - Mike Malone fired in Denver 20:33 - Handling the top draft pick 23:41 - Microsoft 34:47 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The three best words in golf, "It's Masters Week" and John is here to talk about what he expects to see this weekend and who he thinks will step up and show up to win in Augusta. Next, John gives you some of his best bets for the weekend and who thinks gives you the best odds to win some money. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 4:31 - It's Masters Week 22:08 - Best Bets for The Masters 41:33 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses what it takes to be a head coach in the NFL and why certain coaches who may not seem like great head coaches continue to get jobs and why other coordinators who are great, don't work out as head coaches. Next, John talks about the NFL Draft and how similar the draft is to a reality show, the Jags picking up Travon Walker's 5th year option, how we all need to relax with the NIL, and his take on this season of White Lotus. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:49 - What it takes to be a head coach 12:36 - The NFL Draft is a reality show 24:00 - Travon Walkers staying in Jax 30:01 - Relax with the NIL 32:38 - White Lotus take 38:24 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the week talking about the difference between the NBA draft and the NFL draft and how the NBA tends to have "can't miss" players in the draft, but the NFL is a lot more of a crapshoot. Next, John continues the conversation with the NFL draft and discusses all of the prep that goes into trying to learn about the players as people before the day of the draft. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:44 - Can't miss prospects 25:08 - Woody Johnson on Aaron Glenn 32:44 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John discussed a bunch of the news that came out of the owners meetings starting with the Browns owners publicly saying that Watson has been a huge mistake, Jerry Jones on why he hasn't paid Parsons, and Geno Smith getting a contract extension. All that and more!   Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the new contract for Geno Smith and how incredible it's been that he's been able to turn his career around from a back-up QB to a starter who will make over $100 million over his career. Next, John talks about the Cardinals decision to extend Trey McBride. Later, John has the latest installment of "Fugazi Friday" where he remembers Val Kilmer, and shares a story of him turning into his father. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:10 - Geno gets paid 11:00 - Trey McBridge gets extended 15:32 - Owners meetings wrap-up 20:07 - Fugazi Friday 32:53 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John previews The Masters by discussing the importance of the top players in the game needing to step up, how the international players are in it to win, and how Justin Thomas looks like he's back to playing his game. Next, John dives into the LIV players and how it's hard to judge how well they will play in the majors. Then, he talks about how impressed he was with the Creator Classic and what changes he would make to the event. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:51 - The best guys need to step up 20:19 - International players in The Masters 25:27 - JT is coming back 26:26 - When do the LIV players stand 29:04 - Creator Classic 37:11 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”! They start with the draft evaluation for Shedeur Sanders and Colin argues that regardless of where he gets drafted, he’ll likely be the third best quarterback in his division and whether that analysis gets factored into his draft position (4:15). They dissect the Giants roster after signing Russell Wilson and whether it would make sense to pass on Shedeur and draft a different position of need (8:30). John explains why a “high floor” isn’t really a thing when it comes to drafting whereas “high ceiling” is VERY real (12:45). They debate why teams missed on Brock Purdy in the draft, why there were signs early on that he was going to massively outperform his draft stock, and why intangibles really matter (16:00). They look at the over/under win totals and make their predictions for who will over/under perform their expectations in Vegas. Colin predicts the Chiefs will underperform, John predicts the 49ers will overperform, and that the Dolphins will implode (26:00). They also predict overperformance from the Titans, Patriots and Chargers (31:15). They pivot to college football and weigh in on the unorthodox pairing of Deion Sanders and Colorado, and the surprise of Deion being all in on the Buffs despite Shedeur moving on to the NFL (37:00).  They debate whether lower turnout in youth football will cause the NFL to become more like the NBA where it becomes a league of “have’s” and “have not’s” because of a diminished talent pool at lower levels, and why player mobility has transformed development (48:00).  Finally, Colin lauds college football becoming more professional in its model and why it’s been great for both the sport and fans (59:15).  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Visit fubotv.com/colin to get $50 off 2 months off Fubo Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the podcast talking about the comments made by Jerry Jones regarding the Cowboys approach to giving Micah Parsons an extension, the QB situation in Atlanta with Kirk Cousins, and the latest with the 49ers and Brock Purdy. Later, John dives into the Eagles off-season, and the rules changes in the NFL. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 4:38 - Jerry is getting old 11:29 - Kirk Cousins 14:00 - Latest with Brock Purdy 16:27 - Holiday games 23:56 - Rule changes 35:41 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the comments made from Browns owner Jimmy Haslem saying that the signing of Deshaun Watson was a big swing and a miss, and talks about if he thinks Watson will ever play another snap in the NFL. Next, John discusses the latest with the 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk and how big of a mistake it was to re-sign Aiyuk to a contract extension last season. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:29 - Owners meeting update 12:29 - John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan 17:46 - Steelers and Mike Tomlin 26:16 - Update on the Colts 32:38 - Jets clean house 36:32 - International Games 43:22 - Vikings looked into Rodgers 50:47 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the NCAA tournament by discussing having all number 1 seeds reaching the Final Four and how the days of seeing major upsets in college sports are essentially over due to NIL and schools being able to pay players. Next, John does a massive mailbag and answers many of your questions. 4:32 - NCAA Tournament 13:35 - Mailbag 18:51 - Draft experience 20:30 - Lions QB situation 36:01 - How to fix the Cards 38:40 - Caleb Williams needs more respect 48:05 - Raiders and home field advantage Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John discussed the big news in the NFL that Russell Wilson has signed with the NY Giants, the issues surrounding NIL in college sports, and how impactful Abdul Carter can be in the NFL. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses Abdul Carter and how he looks like a stud who should have an immediate impact in the NFL and how he is the type of player with his skillset that would high in the draft no matter what year it is. Next, John talks about Ashton Jeanty not running at his Pro Day and if it's the right decision or not. Later, he dives into the Lebron-Stephen A feud and why things like this don't happen very often in the NFL. Next, John has his latest edition of "Fugazi Friday."  Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:51 - Abdul Carter is legit 21:58 - Lebron-Stephen A. 29:09 - Fugazi Friday 40:21 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John continues the discussion on Russell Wilson signing with the Giants and what the signing means for the Giants as the draft gets closer, and if they should still consider drafting a QB at number 3. Next, John talks about the NCAA Tournament and how the NIL has made it so that we won't be seeing nearly as many upsets in the tournament as we have in the past. Later, he dives into CBS's decision to put JJ Watt on the number two broadcasting team for next season. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 6:00 - What's next for the Giants 25:55 - NIL 37:26 - JJ Watt to call games 50:01 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the podcast reacting to the breaking news that Russell Wilson has signed with the New York Giants. John talks about what Wilson signing with the Giants actually means for the organization with the draft a month away. Later, John dives into golf with this edition of Go Low. John discusses the issues surrounding Scottie Scheffler's game and if last season for Scottie is something that he will be able to replicate or was he a one year wonder. Next, he talks about how impressive Ludvig Aberg's game is, and finally, how disappointing Collin Morikawa has been acting towards the media because he hasn't been playing great. 5:11 - Giants sign Russell Wilson 19:57 - Go Low/What's going on with Scottie 25:24 - Ludvig is a stud 49:10 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John begins by breaking down why the transfer portal has been so valuable to college footballs, not just monetarily, but for improving their draft stock and points to Cam Ward being the likely #1 overall pick as the poster child. He reacts to Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua announcing that he wants to retire from football at age 30 and wonders if this will become a common trend among younger players going forward. He explains why college wrestlers, not football players are the toughest guys on campus, and discusses the challenges faced by the Tennessee Titans when scouting and selecting the next face of their franchise with the #1 overall pick. Finally, he answers listeners questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag and hits topics whether Ashton Jeanty is too short to be a top pick, whether Kyler Murray has reached his ceiling, what traits to look for when drafting interior offensive linemen and more! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow - for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the week diving into the Giants signing Jameis Winston and discusses what this signing means for the Giants as they head into the draft. Next, John talks about the Bengals thinking that because they re-signed Chase and Tee that they aren't a cheap organization. Later, John reflects on the life of George Foreman and how he was so much more than just a great boxer. Lastly, John answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. 5:26 - Giants sign Jameis 10:39 - Bengals aren't cheap 20:15 - George Foreman passes away 35:15 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John discussed a bunch of of the biggest stories around the NFL starting with the Bengals locking up their two big WR's, how the Vikings told Aaron Rodgers they aren't interested, and some potential NFL rule changes. All that and more!   Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers your questions in today's massive mailbag starting with what the Patriots should do in the upcoming draft, understanding how it takes two teams to make trades actually work, who the best QB in the NFL is, and what the greatest sports movie is. All that and more! 10:27 - Patriots and the draft 18:02 - Understanding trades 25:14 - Greatest sports movies 40:36 - Best QB in the NFL Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the show talking about the Vikings decision to tell Rodgers that they are not interested in bringing him to Minnesota. Is this the right choice to stick with McCarthy with him coming off of a major injury and having never played a snap in the NFL? Next, John dives into  Pro Days and gives his thoughts if they are beneficial for players. Later, John talks about all of the potential NFL rule changes and which ones he likes and which he doesn't. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:51 - Vikings say "No, thanks" 24:54 - Pro Days 28:33 - Rule Changes 39:46 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John starts the podcast by diving into the latest update with Aaron Rodgers and how at this point in his career he's turned into more of a headache than any organization seems to want to take on and all of his drama is starting to carry over to players getting annoyed with his antics. Next, John discusses how Deion Sanders has talked about bringing in another school to practice with Colorado and then have a televised Spring Game. Later, John talks about the new trailer for Happy Gilmore 2 and how it's a very smart move to make this a straight to Netflix movie. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:43 - Aaron Rodgers update 13:05 - Deion Sanders wants more spring ball 16:07 - Bill belichick picture 19:00 - Happy Gilmore trailer 30:50 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens this week on the podcast diving into how unpredictable the NFL Draft is and how you don't need to have a top pick to pick the best players as long as you have the right people evaluating the talent. Next, John talks about the Bengals paying Chase and Higgins and gives his thoughts on if he thinks that was the right decision or if they should have spent some of that money on other positions and players. After, John discusses the latest with the Falcons and Kirk Cousins and gives his take on if he thinks Kirk will be on the roster when the season starts. Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:55 - The draft is unpredictable 13:26 - The Bengals are spending money 24:41 - Atlanta and Cousins 31:43 - NCAA rev share 38:12 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin starts by previewing March Madness, why the SEC is clearly the conference to beat after a record 14 teams made the tournament, and makes his prediction for the winner of the big dance (2:30)!   Then he’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”!   They start with the SEC’s ascendence in basketball in the past decade, why the injection of huge money to the conference from football revenues have been a boon to their other sports programs and why the travel schedule for the former Pac-12 schools in the Big Ten is a huge disadvantage (7:00). They pivot to the NFL and what to expect from a 49ers team that finally hit the reset button after making trades and cutting key players as a contract extension for Brock Purdy looms (14:30).  They discuss why the Bears making several moves to address their offensive line shows that the franchise is getting a much needed change of culture under head coach Ben Johnson and are headed in the right direction (28:15).  They break down some of free agent signings that puzzled them, why the Cooper Kupp contract made no sense and what to make of the Seahawks after swapping out Geno Smith for Sam Darnold (35:00).  They review the options for Aaron Rodgers next team and Colin explains why the Steelers would be his LAST choice and John says Rodgers should be begging Kevin O’Connell for the opportunity to quarterback the Vikings (40:45).  Finally, they discuss Jim Harbaugh’s strategy of overdrafting offensive lineman, why the Chiefs struggles on the O-line will cause them to take a step back in 2025, and Colin explains why he LOVES the Najee Harris signing by the Chargers (1:00:00).  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John discussed a bunch of free agency and how the 49ers have lost a ton of players, how despite the Eagles losing players they still have one of the best GM's in the league and fans shouldn't lose faith, and if the NFL free agency is overrated. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into free agency and questions if free agency in the NFL is overrated compared to the other leagues because so few big names in the NFL actually become free agents. Next, John discussed Mac Jones signing with the 49ers and how Jones signing in SF is the league coming full circle. Later, John does his latest installment of "Fugazi Friday." Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 4:52 - Is Free Agency overrated in the NFL 16:10 - Mac Jones to the 49ers 35:09 - Fugazi Friday 38:33 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the Eagles and how they've lost a ton of players to free agency, but a team with a great GM losing a bunch of players doesn't have the same effect as a team without a quality front office losing players. Next, John discusses the latest with the Vikings and how they appear to be going all in and backing JJ to run their offense. Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 6:30 - Eagles lose a bunch 11:41 - Vikings update 24:21 - 49ers purge 37:24 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the 49ers and how they continue to make more cuts to their team and how he doesn't understand how the 49ers expect to be competitive when they are getting rid of so many players that have been impactful. Next, John discusses the Colts signing Daniel Jones and how Anthony Richardson has fallen so much if the Colts feel that Daniel Jones could be a better QB than Richardson. Later, John talks about Tiger Woods needing surgery to repair a torn achilles and how he continues to get more and more injured as he gets older. After, he dives into the Players Championship and gives you his best bets for this weekend. 6:30 - 49ers cut another 19:17 - Daniel Jones goes to Indy 30:08 - Aaron Rodgers update 41:10 - Go Low Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the start of free agency talking about some of the biggest moves starting with the Seattle Seahawks trading Geno and signing Sam Darnold and why he thinks that is the right decision. Next, John talks about the difference of how the Bears have approached free agency this year compared to last and how they are doing everything to set Caleb up to succeed. Later, John discusses the big name trades that have taken place and which moves he likes and which moves have made him scratch his head. Lastly, John talks about the state of the 49ers. 6:03 - Seattle signs Darnold 17:05 - Bears approach in FA 24:49 - Big name trades 28:06 - Tunsil goes to DC 32:08 - Bucs re-sign Godwin 38:25 - Patriots are signing real players 42:29 - Giants are in trouble 48:29 - State of the 49ers Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses the early moves that the Eagles have made and how they couldn't be having a better off-season and seem to be on the right track to repeat as Super Bowl champs. Next, John dives into the Raiders move to re-sign Max Crosby and how this move shows that the Raiders want to win now. He also talks about DK Metcalf requesting a trade and how the WR market this off-season is going to be wide open. 4:21 - Eagles are on a roll 10:47 - Raiders extend Crosby 13:35 - DK asks for a trade 26:06 - The Bears 32:41 - Who will have the number 1 pick Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John opens the show talking about how it's really starting to feel like golf season. This weekend we will see the majority of the top players in the world during this weekend's  Arnold Palmer Invitation and John dives into what he thinks we'll see. John, gives you his best bets for this weekend and a paraly that could win you some money. Later, he answers your questions during this episode's mailbag segment. Later, John dives into the Eagles giving Saquon Barkley a contract extension making him the highest paid running back in the league. 3:49 - Golf is back 9:46 - This week's parlay 26:30 - Mailbag 44:08 - Saquon gets an extension Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the news of the day that the Bengals are placing the franchise tag on Tee Higgins and why this is the right decision if the Bengals want to get back to another Super Bowl. Next, John talks about the Jets and how they are looking to cut or trade Adams after an awful season in NY. After, he dives into how Deebo landing in Washington and leaving the 49ers could ultimately be a win-win for both sides. Later, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:19 - Bengals tag Higgins 10:14 - Jets looking to trade Adams 12:17 - Deebo lands in DC 15:12 - Eagles to release Slay 19:57 - Microsoft 30:31 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk NFL! They start with Matthew Stafford deciding to stay in LA, debate whether the Rams asking price of a 1st round pick was too steep, and explain why Stafford would be crazy to leave the Rams in pursuit of more money (2:45).   They discuss the pending roster cuts the Eagles are facing after their Super Bowl win and debate whether the Eagles should keep linebacker Zack Baun or wide receiver A.J. Brown or cut/trade both in order to keep their dominant offensive and defensive lines intact (10:30).  They talk about how the infusion of NIL money has changed the game when drafting “celebrity quarterbacks” from college and why it’s given more leverage to prospects, and whether  Shedeur Sanders could overplay his hand in that environment (17:30).  They discuss Jerry Jones’ skipping his typical press conference at the combine after the Deebo Samuel to the Commanders move, why Dak’s contract will sink America’s Team and why Dallas might draft a quarterback in an early round (28:45).   They break down why the ambiguity surrounding Sam Darnold’s future is just the Vikings doing Sam a “solid” after a great season, and predict the Vikings will end up rolling with J.J. McCarthy (38:00).  They discuss the top quarterback prospects and why their landing spot will matter and compare them to recent prospects with tremendous physical gifts like Jalen Milroe and Anthony Richardson, and why those types of prospects rarely hit (41:15). They talk about the legacy of Jimmy Johnson after announcing his retirement from broadcasting at FOX and why as both a coach and broadcaster, he’s had a lasting impact on the NFL (50:00).  Finally, Colin addresses the “California Haters” ahead of his move to Chicago and asks John about his move out of California to Arizona, whether he has any regrets and whether the state will have to make changes in order to continue being an engine of innovation (1:00:45).   Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses the news from the weekend that Matt Stafford is staying in LA and if he thinks that this is the best decision or if Stafford should have left LA for the money to play in New York or Vegas. Later, John answers a bunch of your questions for this episode's massive mailbag segment. 5:04 - Matt Stafford staying in LA 10:41 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code GOLOW at Mandopodcast.com/GOLOW #mandopod  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff offers his instant reaction to the San Francisco Forty Niners trading versatile WR, Deebo Samuel, to the Washington Commanders for a 5th round draft pick and his salary. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers your questions during this special weekend massive mailbag episode. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  #Volume #Herd Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code GOLOW at Mandopodcast.com/GOLOW #mandopodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the importance of drafting the right players coming out of the NFL combine and how coaches and GM's need to listen to what the doctors say regarding players' medicals even though they sometimes get it wrong. Next, John discusses the Matt Stafford-Tom Brady meet up at a private ski resort, will Myles Garrett accept a new contract in Cleveland, and the return of "Fugazi Friday." Later, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:46 - Listening to the doctors 14:58 - Stafford and Brady 20:47 - Myles Garrett and the Browns 24:09 - Fugazi Friday 31:55 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.