3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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Arch Manning's HYPE, Takeaways from the Cowboys doc, Anthony Richardson's agent SPEAKS Aug 21, 2025

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John discusses the hype surrounding Arch Manning and how he's handled everything extremely well despite what others around him are saying. Next, John talks about the Dallas Cowboys documentary and how the way the Cowboys played and parties back in the day is so incredibly different from what goes today in ANY sport. Finally, John dives into Anthony Richardson's agent speaking to the media and ultimately could be hurting Richardson's career with his comments.

4:39 - Arch Manning hype and future

17:52 - Cowboys doc

29:40 - Anthony Richardson's agent speaks

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Anthony Richardson OUT in Indy, WHAT IS GOING ON rankings, Jon Gruden BACK to coaching Aug 20, 2025

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John dives into the news of the day that came out of Indianapolis when the Colts named Daniel Jones as the team starter. With Jones as the starter, what does that mean for the future of Anthony Richardson and could he go down as one of the worst picks in NFL history? Next, John talks about the Bengals playing Joe Burrows for multiple drives in the second preseason game against Washington and if that was a good idea or not. After, John dives into how impressive Jayden Daniels looked in his first preseason action even though he only played four plays.

Later, John ranks his top three "What The F" moments in the NFL, and gives you his take on if he thinks Jon Gruden is going to be back coaching in either the NFL or College in the near future.

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

05:05 - Anthony Richardson not the starter in Indy

13:48 - Who is interested in Richardson

14:43 - Joe Burrow update

21:27 - Jayden Daniels is a real talent

30:50 - "What The F" rankings

38:26 - Jon Gruden back to coaching

46:48 - Mailbag

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Scottie Scheffler DOMINATES BMW Championship + Tour Championship Preview, Ryder Cup Aug 19, 2025

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John Middlekauff kicks off this week's episode by reacting to Scottie Scheffler's magical Sunday round to win the BMW Championship at Caves Valley Golf Club. Despite not playing his best golf over the weekend, John believes Scheffler is in a Tiger Woods-like groove as of late and proclaims it is hard to bet against him at this point. John then reacts to Brandel Chamblee's comments regarding Bryson DeChambeau not being able to use warm up tournaments such as NAPA to prepare for the upcoming Ryder Cup for Team USA. John then dives into a preview for the Tour Championship this upcoming weekend. Next, John recaps LIV Indianapolis where Jon Rahm secured the individual championship for the season, even though Joaquin Niemann won the most LIV tournaments this year. John wraps up with a Middlekauff Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions.

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McVay REMINDS us of Belichick, Flaccos named the STARTER, Backups in the NFL Aug 19, 2025

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John dives into the Matt Stafford situation with the Rams and how the way that Sean McVay has been handling and talking about his "injury" is very similar to how Bill Belichick handled injuries when he was coaching the Patriots. Next, John talks about the worst kept secret in the NFL, the Browns naming Joe Flacco as the starter in Cleveland, but the question remains what does this mean for the other QB's on the roster and how will the Browns handle that heading into the season. Later, John dives into the importance of teams having a quality backup QB on the roster.

4:09 - Sean McVay reminds us of Belichick

10:45 - Browns name Flacco the starter

15:19 - Importance of backups

23:03 - Rise of GM's in College football

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Caleb Williams REACTION, NFC West Preseason RECAP, Greg Olsen STOPS BY Aug 18, 2025

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John reacts to Caleb Williams' preseason game against the Bills and how it looks like Ben Johnson may have gotten through to Caleb Williams to help him take his game to the next level.

Next, John talks about how some of the top rookie QBs have been doing during the preseason and who is standing out and who may still need time to adjust to the NFL game.

Later, John recaps the first two preseason games for the NFC West teams and which teams look like they will be a team to watch out for this season and who may need to look in the mirror if they want to have a good season.

Finally, John is joined by longtime NFL TE and current FOX Sports broadcaster Greg Olsen to talk about the NFL, broadcasting, and managing life as a father, coach, and broadcaster.

04:54 - Caleb Williams reaction

20:53 - Top QB Draft picks

31:58 - NFC West Recap

42:06 - Ashton Jeanty taking big hits

48:35 - Houston Texans update

56:50 - Greg Olsen Interview

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Sleeping On Lions? RESPECT Brock Purdy, Can Penix Be A Star? NFL/ESPN Partnership Aug 14, 2025

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John dives into the mailbag and answers questions ranging from whether people are sleeping on the Lions, to the obvious conflict of interest for ESPN journalists, and why people need to put more respect on Brock Purdy’s name.

Timeline:

7:00 - Chiefs 1 score game stat

11:30 - Why does Licht keep Todd Bowles?

15:00 - Can Falcons overcome their coaching?

19:45 - Rank these running backs

26:00 - Can big money make college programs into powerhouses?

29:45 - Like/Don’t like about podcasting

32:00 - Can Michael Penix be a star?

35:15 - Don’t sleep on the Lions

43:00 - Takeaways from Pete Carroll’s Raiders debut

47:00 - Top 10 coaches

54:00 - ESPN/NFL partnership

58:15 - Texans v Packers Super Bowl?

59:45 - Attending Super Bowl 60

1:04:00 - Can Henderson become the next Gibbs?

1:06:00 - Will Purdy ever get the respect he deserves?

1:08:30 - Which NFL employee would you get beers with?

1:17:00 - Trade for Tanner Mckee?

1:19:15 - Scottsdale recommendations

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Go Low - Justin Rose’s DRAMATIC Win, Scheffler’s “Clockwork” Dominance, LIV Chicago, Fleetwood Melts Down Aug 13, 2025

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John begins with Scottie Scheffler’s “clockwork” dominance on a tournament to tournament basis despite not winning the FedEx St. Jude Championship, and Justin Rose’s dramatic win in the playoff. He still maintains faith that Tommy Fleetwood will finally get a win despite another meltdown, and reacts to Bryson DeChambeau’s comments about struggling with his distances in windy conditions.He recaps his experience at the LIV Tour event in Chicago, and wraps up the episode with a mailbag.

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Shedeur FOURTH On Depth Chart, Stafford Injury, Anthony Richardson Officially A BUST, College Football Preview w/ Josh Pate Aug 12, 2025

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John begins with Shedeur Sanders remaining fourth on the Browns depth chart despite a great preseason debut and argues that Shedeur’s play and pressure from the fans may force Kevin Stefanski into making him the starter. He worries the Rams could be in BIG trouble if Matthew Stafford’s injuries continue to linger, and argues that Anthony Richardson is officially a BUST. He also explains why he won’t be buying any Cardinals stock this season.

Finally, he’s joined college football analyst Josh Pate to preview the upcoming season and find out which teams are officially LOCKS to make the 12 team playoff.

Timeline:

7:00 - Shedeur Sanders

17:00 - Stafford injury

20:30 - Richardson a bust

24:30 - Out on Kyler Murray

32:00 - Josh Pate joins the show

35:00 - College GM’s

41:00 - Expectations for Belichick/NC

49:00 - Jon Gruden to coach college?

1:02:00 - Brian Kelly hotseat?

1:06:00 - Can Bama compete financially?

1:12:45 - Playoff locks

1:20:00 - South Carolina

1:23:30 - Oklahoma

1:26:00 - Penn State

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Preseason PREVIEW, Rashawn Slater INJURED, Fugazi Friday Aug 08, 2025

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John dives into the pre-season and what this period before the start of the season really means for the coaching staff, starters, and fringe players. John discusses the pressures for players on the bubble and rookies getting a taste of the NFL for the first time and how nervous they can be and how the mindset of playing for yourself and playing for the team is different between the preseason and the regular season.

Next, John reacts to the news that Chargers star LT Rashawn Slater will be out for the season with a leg injury.

Finally, John is back with a new "Fugazi Friday."

04:35 - Preseason preview

31:01 - Meaning of preseason games

32:33 - Rashawn Slater injured

38:18 - Fugazi Friday

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Shedeur Sanders getting his CHANCE, MVP futures odds, Rams WITHOUT Stafford Aug 07, 2025

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John dives into the Browns announcing that Shedeur Sanders will be starting the Browns first preseason game and how even though he's only starting because of injuries to other QB's, this is the perfect chance to prove himself as a potential starter down the road. Next, John discusses who he likes to bet on for future MVP odds and who he thinks could be a starter. Later, John takes a minute to discuss the news that longtime NFL broadcaster Greg Papa announced that he will be missing the preseason games due to cancer.

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

04:17 - Shedeur Sanders getting his chance

11:42 - MVP Future Odds

25:47 - Greg Papa update

38:11 - Mailbag

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