3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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Latest Episodes:

Drafting MJ-like Intangibles; How Far Will Tua Fall?; Jags Are A Joke; Headlines; Mailbag Apr 21, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the importance of drafting prospects with elite intangibles like those that separated Michael Jordan from the rest of the NBA, why he thinks Jags Exec Tony Khan tweeting at disgruntled pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue is low level, looks at top headlines from around the league, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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GM Zoom Draft Exam; OBJ/Vikings Makes No Sense; Player Comp Overkill; Dak Should Holdout; Headlines; Listener Draft Q's Apr 17, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the x-factor of GM's adapting to the using Zoom to conduct the draft, and why draft tech is a natural extension of the evolution of scouting technology. He also explains why Odell Beckham to the Vikings rumors don't make sense, why Dak should hold out, player comp overkill, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Maximizing Draft Value; Top 5 2020 Draft GM Jobs; McCaffrey Money; XFL Toast; Headlines; Mailbag Apr 14, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the art of GM's determining draft value, his top 5 GM jobs heading into the 2020 draft, why he thinks Christian McCaffrey is worth the money in his massive new deal, why he's not sold on Drew Brees as an announcer, the abrupt end of the XFL, and other headlines from around the league. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Talkative Tom; Legit Tua Concerns; Another Bad Bill O'Brien Trade; Draft Hack Paranoia; Headlines; Mailbag Apr 10, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses Tom Brady's extended interview with Howard Stern, if he'll continue to be more talkative during the season, the debate heating up around Tua's medicals heading into the draft, and why John has some serious questions about his NFL potential aside from the injury questions. He also looks at Bill O'Brien's latest head scratching trade, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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'Virtual Draft' Thoughts; Free Agency and Draft Quarantine Risers/Fallers; Mailbag Apr 07, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Roger Goodell's virtual NFL Draft rules, how teams will manage it, how trades could be impacted, and the biggest NFL Draft and free agency risers and fallers due to the Corona quarantine eliminating pro days, workouts, and medical evaluations. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Hard Times; Aldon Smith Risk/Reward; Exec Free Agency Takes; Tua Medicals; Headlines; Mailbag Apr 03, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the dark reality of the massive job losses and far reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the huge risk/reward with the Cowboys signing former Pro Bowl pass rusher Aldon Smith, and the most revealing GM comments on free agency from Mike Sando's (The Athletic) recent article. He also looks at the top headlines from around the league and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Coronavirus Draft Obstacles/Opportunity; Brady/Tampa Tinder Dating; Mini Mock; Mailbag Mar 31, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why NFL GM's complaining through the media should just shut up and get ready, why Tampa is a short term rebound relationship for Tom Brady after a long marriage to New England, and recaps today's biggest headlines. He also mocks the first half of the first round of the draft and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Peyton's MNF Stiff Arm; Cam Deserved Better From Carolina; Rhule Red Flags; XXL Mailbag Mar 27, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why Peyton Manning would have been a guaranteed superstar MNF analyst, why his passing on the gig looks like he wants to run a team, why he has questions Matt Rhule's readiness in Carolina based on how they handled the release of Cam Newton and some other early decisions. He also answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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Belichick/Brady New Outlook; Offseason Innovation Race; Cut Cam; Headlines; Signings; Mailbag Mar 24, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff checks in from quarantine to look at why Belichick and Brady divorce won't negatively impact either of their legacies, their race against each other to reach another Super Bowl, and the organizational obstacles that teams will have to overcome if OTA's are cancelled. He also looks at some recent deals, headlines, signings and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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NFL's Brady/Belichick Void; Philly vs. Dallas Deals; Gurley Cut; Cam Limbo; Headlines; Mailbag Mar 20, 2020

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In this episode, Middlekauff dives into Brady's decision to leave Belichick for the Bucs, the void that's left for the NFL now that they've split, why Philly's smarter approach to contracts gives them the long-term advantage over Dallas in the NFC East, his thoughts on the Rams moving on from Todd Gurley, Cam Newton being left in limbo in Carolina. He also runs down other headlines and transactions from around the league, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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