3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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Jayden Daniels out, AGAIN, Russ vs. Payton, and Why Backup QBs Matter Oct 23, 2025

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On this episode of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, John dives into Jayden Daniels’ latest injury and what it means for his long-term NFL future. He reacts to reports of tension between Russell Wilson and Sean Payton and breaks down why having a quality backup quarterback has never been more important in today’s league. Plus, John hits the biggest headlines from around college football and gives his take on what’s shaping the playoff race.

04:32 - Jayden Daniels Injured again

16:53 - The importance of back QB's

22:45 - Russ vs Payton

32:22 - Kauff on Campus

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Massive Mailbag, Should USC make a coaching change, Should the Ravens tank Oct 22, 2025

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John answers all of your questions from the USC coaching position and if it might be time to make a change, the issues surrounding the Falcons organization, if the Ravens should tank, and much more in this episode's massive mailbag segment.

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Jared Goff & Lions DEFEAT Bucs + Darnold LEADS Seahawks to win vs. Texans Oct 21, 2025

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Monday Night Football doubleheader between Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Jared Goff’s Detroit Lions and C.J. Stroud’s Houston Texans vs. Sam Darnold’s Seattle Seahawks. John then reacts to Denver Broncos LB Dre Greenlaw getting suspended for 1 game for an altercation with the referee after their Week 7 win over. the New York Giants. Next, John reacts to reports that former Philadelphia Eagles LB Brandon Graham will be signing with the team this week. John wraps up by speculating if the Tennessee Titans regret drafting Cam Ward over Jaxson Dart with the number overall pick at the NFL draft

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

04:32 - Texans-Seahawks

20:17 - Buccaneers-Lions

31:31 - Broncos LB Dre Greenlaw suspended

33:46 - Brandon Graham returning to Eagles

35:17 - Cam Ward or Jaxson Dart?

38:30 - Mailbag

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Christian McCaffrey, 49ers SECURE SNF win vs. Falcons + NFL Week 7 Recap Oct 20, 2025

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Sunday Night Football matchup between Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons vs. Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers. John then recaps NFL Week 7 starting with a last second Denver Broncos win vs. the New York Giants, the Indianapolis Colts dominant win vs. the Los Angeles Chargers, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys demolishing the Washington Commanders, and if Miami Dolphins QB Tua & Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray are done playing for their respective teams. John wraps up discussing how head coaching jobs are changing with the landscape. John reacts to the top plays of the night, recap a wild Week 7 throughout the NFL, and much more! 03:15 - Falcons-49ers 29:25 - Giants-Broncos 35:35 - Colts-Chargers 37:30 - Commanders-Cowboys 39:45 - Tua & Kyler Murray eras are over 42:10 - Head coaching carousel

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NFL Week 7 Predictions: Falcons vs. 49ers, Eagles vs. Vikings, Patriots vs. Titans Oct 17, 2025

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John Middlekauff kicks things off by previewing some of NFL Week 7's most interesting games, all while ordering his favorite snacks and household items from the Walmart app. John starts by previewing the New England Patriots led by QB Drake Maye and head coach Mike Vrabel traveling to Nashville to take on the No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans. John then previews a must-win game for the Philadelphia Eagles when they travel to Minnesota to battle former Eagles QB Carson Wentz and the Vikings. Next, John discusses the Sunday Night Football matchup between Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons vs. Mac Jones and the San Francisco 49ers. John wraps up by receiving his Walmart order and showcasing what he buys to get ready for NFL Sundays.

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Reaction To Bengals STUNNING Steelers On TNF, Betting NFL Week 7 Oct 17, 2025

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 7 Thursday Night Football matchup where Joe Flacco, Ja’Marr Chase and the Bengals beat Aaron Rodger sand the Steelers. He highlights the best plays of the night, breaking news around the NFL, and much more!

Later John is joined by betting guru, Stuckey from The Action Network to break down the upcoming weekend in both college football and the NFL. They dive into the biggest matchups, key storylines, and deliver their expert insight on where the value is for bettors. From Saturday’s slate of massive college games to Sunday’s NFL action, they’ve got you covered with sharp analysis and some of the best bets to make this weekend.

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Tua’s Respect Problem, Coaching Hot Seats, and Rodgers’ Field Frustration Oct 16, 2025

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On this episode of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, John dives into why Tua Tagovailoa still isn’t getting the respect he deserves despite his strong play, and whether some NFL coaches have officially worn out their welcome. Plus, John reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ latest comments on field conditions and what they reveal about the league’s ongoing turf problem.

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

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Should the Ravens fire John Harbaugh, Chiefs games are rigged, and the sky is falling in Philly Oct 15, 2025

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John answers all of your questions from the future of John Harbaugh in Baltimore, to Kansas City always getting calls, to why the sky is falling for the Eagles when they lose a game or two, but that's never the case for Buffalo, and much more in this episode's massive mailbag segment.

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Caleb Williams & Bears STUN Commanders, Josh Allen & Bills SHOCKED by Falcons Oct 14, 2025

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 6 Monday Night Football doubleheader matchup kicking off with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills on the road vs. Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons, as well as a matchup between the top 2 QBs in the 2024 NFL Draft with Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears coming to the nation's capital to face Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders.

John will react to the biggest plays of the night, breaking news around the NFL, and much more!

03:44 - Bears-Commanders

23:09 - Bills-Falcons

32:49 - Titans fire HC Brian Callahan

40:56 - Mike Tomlin on Flacco trade between Browns & Bengals

45:34 - Ryder Cup Porta Potty: New York Jets

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Reaction to Patrick Mahomes & Chiefs DEMOLISHING Goff & Lions on SNF + NFL Week 6 Oct 13, 2025

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 5 Monday Night Football matchup between Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs at home against Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions. John will react a WILD NFL Week 6 slate, the biggest plays of the day, breaking news from around the NFL, & much more!

04:08 - Lions-Chiefs

20:26 - Colts injured before game

22:56 - Bucs' Baker Mayfield MVP

27:20 - 49ers' Fred Warner out for season

32:13 - Bengals-Packers / Broncos-Jets

36:11 - Cleveland Browns are a rough watch

37:01 - Miami Dolphins' QB Tua comments

38:44 - Indiana HC Curt Cignetti

44:49 - Penn State fires James Franklin

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