3 and Out with John Middlekauff

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Massive Mailbag Jul 03, 2025

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John answers all of your questions from signing second round draft picks to fully guaranteed contracts, owners not wanting to interview for new head coaches, why certain coaches outrank GM's, and much more in this episode's massive mailbag segment.

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Aaron Rodgers and sponsorship backlash, Should the NFL get rid of the hard cap, Is Kyle Shanahan overrated Jul 02, 2025

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John is back with a massive mailbag show as he gets you ready for the holiday weekend. John answers all of your questions from Aaron Rodgers to the NFL salary cap, to which NFL coach might be the most overrated in the NFL.

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Jalen Ramsey TRADED to the Steelers, Patrick Reed WINS in Dallas, Best drinking weekend Jul 01, 2025

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John Middlekauff REACTS to the major blockbuster trade between the Pittsburgh Steelers vs the Miami Dolphins in which the Steelers acquired star CB Jalen Ramsey & TE Jonnu Smith for Minkah Fitzpatrick and a pick. John discusses what the immediate future looks like for both teams and if the Steelers can improve their standing within the division against the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens.

Later, John dives into golf with the latest edition of "Go Low" by talking about Patrick Reed's big win in Dallas at the LIV tournament and what that win means for his potential spot on the Ryder Cup team. Next, as we head into the 4th of July weekend, John breaks down the best drinking weekends of the year.

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

5:16 - Ramsey traded to Pittsburgh

25:46 - Patrick Reed wins at LIV

42:01 - Great drinking weekend

45:33 - Mailbag

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Brady didn't want Darnold in Vegas, George Kittle on NIL, Early hot seat talk Jun 30, 2025

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John opens the week talking about a portion from Mike Silver's new book that talks about how Tom Brady didn't want Sam Darnold in Vegas as the Raiders QB. Next, John talks about George Kittle's comments on how much rookies were making in college with NIL and if it's a mistake for certain players to leave college early because of how much they will make in college. Later, John dives into his take on the Aaron Rodgers doc on Netflix, and the way too early conversation about which coaches are on the hot seat heading into the season.

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

5:42 - Tom Brady didn't want Darnold

12:11 - George Kittle on NIL deals

23:11 - Aaron Rodgers doc

29:42 - Early hot seat

38:31 - Mailbag

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Who Wins NFC North? Broncos Poised For Breakout? Pay Micah Parsons? LIV Tour Jun 30, 2025

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Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk all things NFL and LIV golf!

They start by recapping John’s time filling in for JMac on The Herd and his take on the experience (3:30). They pivot to the NFL and debate whether Cowboys star pass rusher Micah Parsons should be paid top dollar (6:45) and who will win the NFC North (11:15).

They discuss the 49ers recent lack of draft success and whether Kyle Shanahan has had too much say in personnel decisions (16:00) and whether Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel could end up on the hot seat if the Dolphins struggle this season (28:00).

Colin argues that the success of Sean McVay inspired a wave of teams hiring young coaches trying to land the “next McVay” (34:00), and they point out that no warm weather or dome team has ever become a dynasty (39:30).

They shout out Sean Payton for the incredible turnaround made by the Denver Broncos and argue that the Broncos could be poised to win the AFC West on the strength of their defense (40:30).

Finally, they discuss the crazy finish in the LIV golf tournament in Dallas, what to make of Patrick Reed (54:45), the disappearance of Brooks Koepka (1:00:00) and Rory McIlroy’s comments indicating he’s getting a bit burnt out by life as a professional golfer (1:05:00).

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Justin Tucker suspended, NBA Draft vs. NFL Draft, NFL players are more relatable Jun 27, 2025

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John opens the show talking about the breaking news from the day that saw former Ravens Tucker get handed a 10 week suspension after the NFL found that he violated its personal conduct policy and John talks about if he thinks Tucker will ever kick another football in the NFL. Next, John talks about the difference between the top players in the NBA Draft and the NFL Draft and how it relates to Arch Manning. Later, John discusses Aaron Rodgers, how he feels his body will be able to handle the cold weather in Pittsburgh and if he thinks this will in fact be his final season in the NFL. Also, the return of Fugazi Friday!

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

5:14 - Justin Tucker suspended

8:49 - NFL Draft vs. NBA Draft

24:57 - Robert Kraft talks owning an NFL team

30:00 - The end for Rodgers

34:50 - Fugazi Friday

46:09 - Mailbag

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Keegan Bradley and the Ryder Cup, Tommy Fleetwood chokes, Brian Rolapp new PGA Tour CEO Jun 25, 2025

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John Middlekauff reacts to Keegan Bradley winning the Travelers and how Keegan's play will impact his role as Captain of the Ryder Cup team and if he'll ultimately name himself as a player. With a great win, comes a hard loss, and John dives into Tommy Fleetwood losing the Travelers after having a three stroke lead heading down the stretch. Next, John talks about Brian Rolapp's role as the new PGA Tour CEO and what he would like to see Rolapp change when it comes to the PGA and LIV relationship.

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

6:09 - Should Keegan name himself to the Ryder Cup team

14:56 - Tommy Fleetwood comes in second

30:22 - Brian Rolapp new PGA CEO

36:39 - LIV Update

44:11 - Mailbag

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The Herd Update, Jaire Alexander and the Ravens, Caleb Williams and Bryce Young get humbled Jun 24, 2025

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John is joining Colin this week on The Herd on FS1 and shares his experience after Day 1 and talks about "how the sausage is made" with the show and how fun his first day was. Next, John dives into the Ravens signing Jaire Alexander and even though it's a good signing, the Ravens should be looking to add on the offensive side of the football. Later, he discusses the LA Rams team trip to Hawaii and why this trip is a good thing for the Rams. Next, John dives into how Caleb Williams and Bryce Young get humbled by a few of the greatest QB's ever to play the sport.

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

5:09 - Filling in on The Herd

12:02 - Jaire Alexander and the Ravens

20:01 - The Rams look good

26:55 - Caleb Williams and Bryce Young humbled

43:29 - Mailbag

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Why Shedeur Sanders WON'T work in Cleveland, NFL and PGA Tour connection, Lakers sell for 10 billion dollars Jun 20, 2025

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John dives into the latest with Shedeur Sanders and why getting a speeding ticket for going over 100 MPH is not the reason why he won't work out in Cleveland. Next, John discusses the new commissioner of the PGA Tour and how it connects with the NFL and is a great thing for the Tour. Later, John talks about the Buss family selling the Lakers for 10 billion dollars.

4:32 - Sanders gets pulled over

11:29 - PGA Tour and the NFL

25:30 - Lakers sell for 10 billion

30:01 - Fugazi Friday

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Seahawks GM Schneider on acquiring Darnold & Milroe, trading Smith & Metcalf Jun 18, 2025

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John Middlekauff sits down with the general manager of the Seattle Seahawks, John Schneider, to talk all things Seahawks and NFL. Schneider starts off by explaining how he got into sports management and scouting with the Green Bay Packers when he was starting out in the NFL. Schneider speaks about how he dealt with being a young general manager, and how former head coach Pete Carroll was a valuable resource for him. Schneider discusses his head coach Mike McDonald and why he felt confident hiring him. Schneider discusses the trades of QB Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders and WR DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Schneider speaks on signing QB Sam Darnold away from the Minnesota Vikings after his breakout year, as well as drafting QB Jalen Milroe from the university of Alabama in the 3rd round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Middlekauff and Schneider wrap up with the Gemini Question of the day which Schneider gives advice to his younger self.

06:20 - Schneider on how he got into sports management
15:50 - Schneider on when he realized he was good at NFL business
17:21 - Schneider on scouting college football
20:10 - Schneider on being a young GM
25:38 - Schneider on Head Coach Mike McDonald
29:45 - Schneider on pressure with a young head coach
31:32 - Schneider on being "the bad guy" as GM
33:55 - Schneider on Geno Smith
36:02 - Schneider on DK Metcalf
39:28 - Schneider on salary cap spending
40:54 - Schneider on Sam Darnold
43:14 - Schneider on tough QB decisions
44:40 - Schneider on 2025 NFL Draft picks
48:33 - Schneider on Jalen Milroe

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