3 and Out with John Middlekauff

Heading into NFL Week 2, and John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to the Chiefs getting the best of the Chargers in a huge early season TNF matchup, and gives his take on Amazon’s broadcast. Then, he explains his biggest red flag on Russell Wilson as a franchise QB, how the Saints missed an opportunity to draft Patroick Mahomes, and if the Colts made a mistake getting rid of Carson Wentz.

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John reacts to the Seahawks getting a surprising W over Russell Wilson in his Seattle return, Derek Carr’s subpar week 1 performance, Carson Wentz looking impressive in his Commanders debut, and explains why Patrick Mahomes is a man on a mission after his disappointing playoff faceplant. He also touches on news and notes after Week1 and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to a NFL Week 1, including Tom Brady leading the Bucs to a convincing win over the Cowboys despite off-field distractions, Lamar Jackson’s decision to play without a long term deal. He also buys or sells his week 1 takes.

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NFL Week 1 is here, and John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to the Bills beatdown of the Rams in L.A. in the 2022 opener, and touches on the storylines he’s watching heading into the opener. Then, he previews the Week 1 NFL slate, and runs his top 3 Week 1 NFL picks by Action Network sharp Stuckey to see if there's professional agreement or disagreement! 

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John leads off with some big picture appreciation for America’s love affair with football, then makes 3 bold preseason predictions about Belichick’s future with the Patriots, the Broncos first season with Russ, and Brady and the Bucs season. He also picks his division winners, disappointments, and sleepers. He also gives his thoughts on a huge weekend of college football, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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With Week 1 around the corner, John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to the surprise news of Jimmy Garoppolo re-signing with the Niners, if Trey Lance is in trouble, the 3 types of players that teams will be cutting in final cut downs, what are realistic expectations for Carson Wentz in DC, why he’s noy buying the hype around the revamped Dolphins, and what CFB programs face the most pressure entering the 2022 season.

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John discusses why Tom Brady’s training camp hiatus makes sense, if the Bills acted fast enough in cutting ex-punter Matt Ariza following rape allegations, and why Nebraska should have fired HC Scott Frost after last season. He also takes a quick turn to give Rory McIlroy props for his Tour Championship win and elevating his profile as the face of the PGA Tour.

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John discusses the significance of NFL games streaming on Amazon, why the clause in Nick Saban’s  contract that guarantees he will always be the highest paid college football coach, if the devastating loss of Cowboys LT Tyron Smith to injury will be too much to overcome, if the Vikings have become overhyped heading into new HC Kevin ‘Connell’s first season, how the Raiders are still reeling from bad Gruden drafts, and if the signs are pointing to a rough season for the Bucs.

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John looks at the fallout from Tiger’s meeting with top PGA players, if it’s too late to stop LIV crippling the tour with wave after wave of defections, and what the PGA has that LIV will always lack. 

He also discusses the next potential round of LIV defections, and talks Tour Championship best bets with Action Network’s Jason Sobel. 

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John reacts to Baker Mayfield being named starter in Carolina, if he can resurrect his career in his favorite role of underdog, why Browns Owner Jimmy Haslam is making GM Andrew Berry’s job impossible, if the philosophical trend of GM's valuing players over draft picks will continue. He also touches on some top headlines, including Belichick’s non-player Football Mount Rushmore, and the controversial cut block that almost ended Kayvon Thibodeaux’s season. Finally, he answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to UFC President Dana White claiming he almost brokered a deal that would have sent Tom Brady to the Raiders in 2020, if it would have worked, how Derek Carr would have hypothetically worked in New England, why it feels like Mahomes is a man on a mission like Steph Curry was with this season, and why USC could bounce back sooner than many people think.  He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to the news of Deshaun Watson's 11-game suspension following the NFL’s appeal, and explains why he's had more than enough of talking about the Browns QB. He also explains why Aaron Rodgers has earned the right to publicly criticize his young wide receivers, why Russell Wilson is getting too much say with the Broncos, why he likes what he sees from the Lions in Hard Knocks, if the Jets can have any success with Joe Flacco, and why USC’s jump to the B1G makes more sense than ever with the conference's massive new 3-network deal. #herd

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John explains why Patrick Mahomes has extra motivation heading into the season, if Chargers HC Brandon Staley will continue to go for it on 4th down or pull back after some late season disasters, why he has some major concerns about Mike McCarthy and the Cowboys, why Seattle can’t hide from their mismanagement without Russell Wilson, why teams with elite cultures can draft high risk/high reward players with character concerns. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John explains why the PGA and NFL need to do better to get it right when so much gambling money is on the line, if Packers HC Matt LaFleur has a point about unreasonable preseason travel, if the Zach Wilson injury gives proves no starters should play in the preseason, if the Jets should sign Jimmy G if Wilson is out for an extended period of time, and why he’s not fawning over Kenny Pickett’s game-winning drive against the Seahawks.

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With training camp is in full swing, John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John explains why he thinks this season is the beginning of the decline of the Patriots, why this preseason is huge for Jordan Love increasing his value, why Mekhi Becton busting is a mark on Jets GM Joe Douglas’ record, why he’s into the new Lions’ Hard Knocks, why he’s not buying Matt Eberflus and the Bears new regime. He also hits on some training camp notes from around the league, including Jimmy G to the Browns rumors. 

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John pushes back against people defending Bill Belichick picking Matt Patricia as his OC, why the Browns shouldn’t pay Kareem Hunt, explains what the Roquan Smith trade demand says about the Bears, what the Sean McVay extension means for the Rams, why Sark and Texas are overrated heading into the season.

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John explains why the Panthers camp QB battle between Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield is already over, why Aaron Rodgers' highly criticized psychedelic off-season has him in a positive headspace heading into Week 1, why the Bills and Colts’; weak divisions are giving them a golden opportunity to make a title run, why Andy Reid’s “tree” beyond coaching reaches to all corners of the NFL - dwarfing Belichick’s, why highly publicized QB training camp struggles are overblown, and why the NCAA penalizing programs for pre-NIL violations is laughable. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John gives some big picture preseason and training camp thoughts, including how it shows football is the ultimate meritocracy. Then, he discusses Roger Goodell making the obvious decision to appeal Deshaun Watson’s 6-game suspension, why the Brady tampering punishment is just the latest black eye for Stephen Ross, and why Aaron Rodgers tripping his face off is the latest example of why he’s not wired like the G.O.A.T’s. He also talks training camp news, including Kyler home from Cardinals camp with COVID, Hollywood Brown’s speeding arrest, Mitch Trubisky trending towards terrible with the Steelers, why Jimmy G still makes sense, and why Matt Stafford’s tennis elbow could worse news than it sounds like.

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John discusses why Tony Finau’s heartfelt reaction to back-to-back tour wins resonates, and why the PGA purse bump is clearly a reaction to the LIV assault on tour talent.

He also discusses the recent big jump in PGA purses, handicaps the Wyndham Championship field and talks best bets with Action Network’s Jason Sobel. Also, Middlekauff empties out the GoLow mailbag!

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John gives his report on what he saw at Niners camp, why Trey Lance struggling should be expected, why Roger Goodell pushing for a longer Deshaun Watson is a PR no brainer, if the league should revisit the Calvin Ridley gambling suspension. He also quickly touches on some other top headlines, including why Lamar Jackson needs to holdout immediately, if Deebo Samuel can dominate like a Top 5 receiver, and why Forbes’ franchise valuations are laughable. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. #herd

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As training camp kicks off John answers listener questions and empties out the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John explains why he’s shorting Kyler Murray and the Cardinals stock, why it’s time for Lamar Jackson to play hardball and holdout until he get his extension, if Jimmy G to the Browns is a realistic possibility, if the Bucs could be an unexpected disappointment, and if the Cowboys or Eagles should be favored in the NFC East. #herd

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John reacts to Greg Norman and LIV snag more top names from the PGA, why there’s no indication it’s slowing down, and if British Open winner Cam Smith is next. He also handicaps the Rocket Mortgage Classic field, looks back on Rory’s British Open bad beat, and ahead to the next round of LIV defections with Action Network’s Jason Sobel. Also, Middlekauff answers listener questions in the GoLow mailbag!

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John explains why Kyler Murray’s mandatory film study clause in his new extension is major concern, gives his thoughts on the annual preseason QB tier rankings, and what the Packers extending Matt LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst says about Mike McCarthy. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John reacts to Richard Sherman joining The Volume, Kyler Murray signing a gigantic 5-year, $230 million extension, and why he would have waited until after the season to do the deal.

Then, Steelers All-Pro Defensive Tackle - and host of the Not Just Football podcast - Cam Heyward joins John to discuss his offseason, how he’s approaching his younger brother Connor being drafted to Pittsburgh, his relationship as a mentor and teammate with budding superstar RB Najee Harris, what it’s like not having Big Ben at QB, his take on the battle between Mitchell Trubisky and Kenny Pickett, how the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade showed the Steelers winning culture, why he respects how TJ Watt handled his contract “hold-in”, why he admires Mike Tomlin as a coach and a person, his take on the Ravens rivalry, the inside story between the infamous 2015 Wild Card war with the Bengals, and what it would mean to win a Super Bowl.

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John is joined by former Rams All-Pro Tackle, Super Bowl champion and Walter Payton Man of the Year winner Andrew Whitworth to discuss if he's ruling out a comeback, how much the NFL has changed during his career, how he changed his approach as the league changed, what separates Sean McVay from other coaches, how he handled the transition from close friend Jared Goff to Matthew Stafford, how it all came together during the Rams Super Bowl run, and what it meant to be named Man of the Year.

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John reacts to Cam Smith's Sunday charge to win the British Open, and ruin the fairytale ending for Rory McIlroy. Follow John and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action!

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John discusses the grind mentality that makes the greats like Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning to keep coming back with nothing left in the tank, why the NFL Sunday Ticket is a landmark moment for NFL fans, why he wouldn’t extend Kyler Murray until after the season, Bill Belichick’s best quality as a GM. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff mailbag.

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John previews the British Open, the elephant in the room with Greg Norman being excluded from the tournament for spearheading LIV. He also handicaps the field, talks best bets with Action Network’s Jason Sobel, and empties out the GoLow mailbag!

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John discusses the ongoing back-and-forth between Baker and the Browns, if Russell Wilson’s apparent weight gain will make him less effective, the weirdness surrounding Aaron Rodgers super deep tattoo, and if the Zach Wilson tabloid headlines are signs of a bigger problem. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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National championship winning quarterback - and host of the Always College Football Podcast - Greg McElroy discusses expectations for Sark in year two at Texas, if Arch Manning can live up to the hype, if the transfer portal needs to be reigned in, if the reports of astronomical NIL signing numbers are inaccurate, the culture shock of Nick Saban’s first year at Bama, and how he continues to adapt to get his message across.

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John answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including Baker’s impact in Carolina, if Notre Dame and Oregon will join the B1G, what he expects from the Deshaun Watson suspension, and if the Packers need an owner.

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John reacts to Baker Mayfield getting dealt from the Browns to the Panthers, and how Baker and Darnold can co-exist. He also gives his take on USC’s defection to the B1G, how UCLA can become relevant from the move and his thoughts on the death of the Pac-12 from the perspective of a lifelong West Coast sports fan, and who’s to blame. #herd

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John discusses the recent developments in the LIV golf vs. PGA war,  and how it fits into the golf gambling landscape, and the early best bets for The Open with the Tour Junkies pod crew. 

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John discusses another week of LIV Tour defections and  why Greg Norman is crushing the PGA. He also reacts to Xander Schauffele winning the Travelers and answers listener questions in the GoLow mailbag. 

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John discusses why Mike Tomlin’s leadership qualities make him so valuable in a play calling head coach's league, why the NBA draft is so much less relatable than the NFL Draft, if Arch Manning is a lock to win big with Sark at Texas, what Deshaun Watson settling 20 of his civil cases means for his suspension, and if Dan Snyder can survive despite congressional hearings regarding his sexual misconduct.

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John discusses the latest announcement of Brooks Koepka defecting to LIV, why it feels like PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, and if the PGA is in serious long-term trouble. He also discusses the LIV latest and previews the post U.S. Open Travelers Championship field and best bets with Action Network’s Jason Sobel.

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John discusses the pressure and expectations facing Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson and the other 2nd year QB’s, why Hunter Renfrow is the perfect piece for Josh McDaniel in his first year with the Raiders, and why Lincoln Riley and USC are set up to be an NIL superpower. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. #herd

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John is joined by 6-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan to react to Englishman Matt Fitzpatrick winning a thrilling U.S. Open at The Country Club in Brookline, and why the U.S Open is so different from the rest of the majors. They also discuss the brewing war between the PGA Tour and the Saudi LIV Golf Tour.

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John answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including the NFL’s shift from valuing draft picks to trading for proven stars, if Nick Sirianni giving up play calling is a problem, which new Niners players could make an impact, if PGA golfers should be getting crushed for taking shady LIV Golf cash, if the Packers offense will drop off without Davante Adams, if the worst is yet to come with the Deshaun Watson mess, if the Bills could go 17-0, why the Falcons passed on Malik Willis in the draft, and if Belichick should get the benefit of the doubt over making Matt Patricia the OC.

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John discusses what NFL players would command if there was a LIV Golf-style raid on NFL talent, why the Chargers going cheap on head coach with their stacked roster is a mistake, why Middlekauff is taking the L on his Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Steelers trade take, why Amazon should have given Richard Sherman the bag to call games with Al Michaels, and why Mekhi Becton busting isn’t surprising. 

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John discusses the continued fallout from the LIV Tour snatching more big names, including Bryson DeChambeau, and the impact of Rory McIlroy pushing back against the exodus. He also previews the U.S. Open, the LIV distraction, thoughts on the Open field and best bets with Action Network's Jason Sobel, and answers listener mailbag questions!

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John discusses Lamar Jackson’s decision to show up to Ravens minicamp, if Tyreek has a point with his beef about how the Chiefs used him, if Matt Ryan can have a big comeback season with the Colts, why Broncos first year head coach may need to make it to year 2, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag.

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John answers listener questions in his weekend Mailbag, including how Jalen Hurts can convince the Eagles he’s the QB of the future, if Deshaun Watson red flags should have been noticed earlier, how the Rams are able to pay so many stars under the cap, if the Broncos should be considered the AFC West favorites, if the Vikings are underrated, if anyone can challenge the Bills in the AFC East, if John has been too hard on Brandon Staley, and reasonable expectations for the Jets.

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John discusses the drastically changing landscape of NFL media coverage, how the Rams are able to extend Cooper Kupp and Aaron Donald, and why the NFL should suspend Deshaun Watson Indefinitely. He explains why Baker Mayfield should be more self-aware, what Belichick copycat move Josh McDaniels unnecessarily made in minicamp, why Lamar Jackson can’t take a rep until he gets paid, and why Nick Bosa should play out this year.

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