3 and Out with John Middlekauff

In this episode, John gives his 3 biggest takeaways to Patrick Mahomes signing a historic 10-year deal with the Chiefs, explains why the NFL's ever increasing COVID protocols are unrealistic for teams to follow completely, examines how the Pac-12 continues to lose ground against the other Power-5 conferences, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, John takes you into the holiday weekend by answering listener questions in a gigantic 4th of July edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff on why everything about the Cam Newton signing is classic Bill Belichick, why Cam deserves credit for signing a 'prove it' deal with the Patriots, and which teams could look the worst if Newton bounces back. He also explains why having no fans will hit the Raiders harder than most organizations, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Tom Brady is getting unfairly bashed for continuing his workouts despite the players' union policy request to stop, looks at some of the top headlines from today, including the no-brainer decision to cancel the Hall of Fame Game, and why Adam Gase continues to be a disaster. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the Cowboys should let Dak Prescott play 2020 under the franchise tag before marrying him long-term to Mike McCarthy, his take on the recent spike in coronavirus positive tests at certain programs, gives his Top 5 NFL 2nd year breakout players in 2020, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Kyle Shanahan needs to put together a string of consistent winning seasons to prove he's the next all-time great NFL coach. He also breaks down some of the unique challenges NFL scouts and front offices will face in the 2020 season, looks at the headlines from around the league - including Deebo Samuel's broken foot - and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff gives his take on Ezekiel Elliott testing positive for coronavirus, Kyle Shanahan's contract extension with the Niners, Jadeveon Clowney overestimating his market, why the teams that make the maximize their quarantine workouts will have a huge advantage when training camp starts. He also looks at some of the top headlines, including Oklahoma State Head Coach Mike Gundy escaping with his job after getting called out by his star running back, and answers listener questions in a massive Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why Reggie Bush's punishment never fit the crime, and why he shouldn't have ever had to step away from the program. He also answers listener questions in a massive Middlekauff Mailbag.Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Roger Goodell siding with NFL players, what it means in the re-escalated fight with Donald Trump, and how the recently released league training camp protocols will drastically change how training camps will be executed. He also discusses the pushback Dabo Swinney and Iowa football are receiving for not being sensitive to the protests, and Dalvin Cook's holdout threat, and other headlines, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the massive backlash against Drew Brees for his comments about kneeling for the national anthem, why he should have read the room in this moment of national protest, and his teammates throwing him a lifeline by accepting his apology. He also discusses the NFL's decision to have teams hold training camps at team facilities, looks at some of the non-Drew Brees related headlines, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff gives his thoughts on the nationwide protests of the murder of George Floyd, and differentiating between sincere protesters and looters. He also dives into some football headlines, including news of Henry Ruggs sustaining an unspecified injury, George Kittle fighting for more than tight end money, and if former star USC recruit JT Daniels can finally live up to his potential at Georgia, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at how the NBA and MLB uncertainty about getting back on the field will feed the NFL monster, gives his top 5 offseason moves, and looks at Jadeveon Clowney turning down the Browns and other top stories from around the league. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff reacts to The Match II, explains why it was such compelling TV, the authenticity of Brady and Manning being completely out of their element, and why he thinks Tiger looks ready to roll once the tour gets started. He also answers listener questions in an XL edition of the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the Saints actions on Taysom Hill say they don't believe in him as a starter, and debuts his top four AFC and NFC teams with his Elite 8 rankings. He also answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff thinks there's more momentum that an NFL season is going to happen than at anytime since the beginning of the Corona quarantine, why a week with several high profile arrests is a product of the lack of OTA's, and why new proposed changes to the Rooney Rule won't produce more minority head coaches. He also answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the NFL's L.A. problem is becoming a full blown disaster for the league with the prospect of California being closed for the NFL season, gives his top 5 young players to watch in 2020, and looks at headlines from around the league. He also answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the NFL will avoid most of the major financial devastation that the NBA and MLB are facing, who's to blame for the failed post-Gruden Monday Night Football broadcast booth, and gives his 5 football documentaries worthy of a Last Dance length documentary. He also answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff gives his first impressions of the newly released NFL Schedule, his favorite matchups; expectations, why the NFL is going to be aggressive trying to own what has traditionally been NBA's Christmas Day, the recent Earl Thomas wife drama, and Brett Favre getting money for speeches he never gave. He also answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the NFL releasing its schedule, despite the uncertainty of the coming months facing the COVID-19 pandemic, the high number of 2017 1st rounders that had 5th year options declined, Andy Dalton's value to the Cowboys, other headlines from around the league, and answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff puts the SEC's total dominance in the Draft into perspective, why it will only continue to separate, and why declining or exercising the 5th-year option is ultimate judge of a team's draft class. He also looks at Cam Newton's future is more uncertain ever as teams fill QB slots, and why it's only a matter of time before Nick Foles starts over Mitchell Trubisky, and answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why he agrees with the Packers and Eagles taking Jordan Love and Jalen Hurts as a backups for Aaron Rodgers and Carson Wentz, why the Cowboys should make Dak Prescott prove he can win with a stacked roster - now featuring CeeDee Lamb - this season before giving him a long-term extension, and why the Niners and Kyle Shanahan won big by waiting to replace Joe Staley with Trent Williams instead of using their first round pick. He also gives some draft winners and losers and answers questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff reacts to the Packers picking Jordan Love in the first round, and why it sends a message to Aaron Rodgers that the new regime isn't beholden to him like Mike McCarthy and former GM Ted Thompson. He also goes around the league with reaction to rounds 1-3 of the Draft, and his biggest winners/losers. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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In this episode, Middlekauff thinks the NFL's free agency period feels off in the midst of the unprecedented Coronavirus impact, and why the NFL continuing with free agency in the midst of the panic feels weird. He also runs down Bill O'Brien's GM malpractice with the DeAndre Hopkins trade, his take on the Stefon Diggs, DeForest Buckner trades, other signings on an insanely active off season day 1. He also discusses how the Coronavirus impacts QB's changing teams, why 2020 will make or break Baker Mayfield, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the massive societal impact of Covid-19 Coronavirus, how it will impact the NFL Draft and free agency, why pushing everything back is the right move, how pro day cancellations will affect draft evaluations, and why this disruption will further separate the well run franchises from the bad ones. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses the latest developments in the Owners/NFLPA CBA negotiations, if the NFL can use some of the XFL's unique broadcast innovations to enhance their TV product, the pros and cons of paying a free agent wide receiver or drafting one in an absurdly deep draft class, and looks at some of the biggest headlines from around the league, including Dak's price tag and Tua's draft stock. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the advantages and disadvantages of trading picks for proven players, the hype building around Utah St. QB Jordan Love as the draft approaches, and talks with Eagles Exec. VP and GM Howie Roseman about 2019 adversity, the combine and team building. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff thinks Tom Brady not tipping his hand regarding his free agency decision has added anticipation reminiscent of LeBron's "Decision" to join the Heat, warns of the dangers of overpaying in free agency, and looks at the biggest winners from the combine., This week's guest is Super Bowl winning head coach Andy Reid, who looks back at his team's clutch comeback to win his first championship, motivating his troops to repeat, and his approach to this year's draft. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff is on the ground with the latest buzz from Indy, heading into the weekend workouts. He also sits down with Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott to discuss how he plans to build on his team's success, and the growth of Josh Allen.

Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy also joins the pod to look back at 2019 disappointments, what he expects from Mitchell Trubisky going forward, draft needs, his philosophy and how he plans to bounce back in 2020. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff is live in Indy at the NFL Combine and gives a behind the scenes look at the crucial league business that gets done at the combine, the importance of medical evaluation, the inevitable questions Joe Burrow will face about his willingness to play for the Bengals, Tua's health questions, and why Justin Herbert and Jordan Love are the biggest wild cards of this year's draft class. He also looks at which way the biggest free agency dominoes might fall, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff breaks down the issues at the heart of the upcoming CBA negotiations, including the 17-game season, why the players are picking the wrong fights in the negotiation, looks at some of the top headlines from the week, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff explains why the Pro Bowl can never be as compelling as the NBA All-Star Game, looks at pros and cons on Burrow, Tua and Herbert, and looks at the top weekend headlines from around the NFL. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff gives his thoughts on Mel Tucker jumping ship from Colorado to Michigan State, why it's just another example of the Pac-12 being a "Power 5" conference in name only, why he agrees with former Texans GM Rick Smith that NFL teams should be spending more resources developing draft prospects instead of just evaluating them, and why the dead cap hit for a vet QB like Matt Stafford - and other big names - will prevent teams from trading them. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff discusses if the Cowboys could realistically be in play for Tom Brady if he decides to leave New England, if Philip Rivers has a future as an NFL starter, why the XFL has a chance to succeed where other spring football leagues have failed, and how the the NFL's annual salary cap purge of known players continually makes it the most interesting pro sports 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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In this episode, Middlekauff on the why changing teams doesn't make sense for Tom Brady, the biggest sticking points in the upcoming CBA negotiation between the NFL and players, why the Browns new Ivy league brain trust isn't guaranteed to produce on-field results, and takes inventory on what we learned from the 2019 season. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff loos at Andy Reid finally getting to the top of the mountain and winning his first Super Bowl, why he doesn't think Kyle Shanahan deserves to be labeled a choker for coughing up another 4th quarter Super Bowl lead, why Mahomes winning the Super Bowl on a bad night, Tom Brady to the Raiders rumors 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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In this episode, Middlekauff is in Miami and sits down with Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach. They discuss his relationship with Andy Reid, GM pressure, his thoughts after falling behind 24-0 to the Texans, the impact of the Honey Badger on the defense, when he was sold on Mahomes, what he sees with San Francisco, and why he's impressed by Jimmy Garoppolo. 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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In this episode, Middlekauff is down in Miami and talks about the vibe on the ground and why this Super Bowl feels like a premium showcase for the NFL. He's joined by Niners announcer, Bay Area broadcast legend, Greg Papa to preview Chiefs/Niners, discuss key matchups and shares some incredible stories from past Super Bowls. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now!

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In this episode, Middlekauff steps away from football to remember Kobe Bryant after his tragic passing, looks at his top storylines for Super Bowl week, the rising draft stock of Oregon QB Justin Herbert, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the powerhouse Andy Reid vs. Kyle Shanahan Super Bowl coaching matchup, the moves that shaped the Chiefs/Niners Super Bowl; how he sees an offseason of potential QB movement playing out, 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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In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Andy Reid finally getting back to the Super Bowl after a string of championship game disappointments, why Patrick Mahomes is so unique compared to all other NFL QB's, why Kyle Shanahan earned his way to becoming one of the top coaches in the NFL despite having famous coaching dad, and gives his take on 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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