3 And Out With John Middlekauff

In this episode, John discusses the massive "dead cap" hit the Eagles are taking by dealing Carson Wentz to the Colts, and why Philly is willing to take the hit. He also has an extended conversation with former Pro Bowl kicker Blair Walsh who shares an inside look at life as a kicker in the NFL pressure cooker, memorable makes, devastating misses, and trying to stay in the NFL. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John looks at how the Patriots famous "culture" has taken a hit with Brady winning in Tampa, why JJ Watt should give the Bucs a look, the pros and cons of of Sam Darnold for the Jets, why Urban Meyer is in for an NFL reality check, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag, Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John turns the corner into the offseason by explaining why the Bucs need to stay aggressive, why Tom Brady getting sauced makes him more relatable, why the marriage between Russell Wilson and the Seahawks feels like it's on the rocks, why the Cowboys should wait (again) to pay Dak. He also gives his take on Urban Meyer taking for hiring Iowa's disgraced former strength coach, other top NFL headlines, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag, Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John reacts to Brady winning his unprecedented 7th ring, how some luck led to the marriage between the two, why the Bucs again proved that NFL football is still won on the offensive and defensive lines, why Patrick Mahomes was impressive, looks at Deshaun Watson, Carson Wentz and the rest of the QB's in a volatile offseason market, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag, Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John explains why Patrick Mahomes is the only modern QB who even has a chance to chase Brady and gives his Super Bowl pick, favorite prop bets, and keys to the game. He also dives into Carson Wentz trade rumors, Deshaun Watson's trade value, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe to the Lights Out w/ Shawne Merriman podcast here....https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lights-out-with-shawne-merriman/id1531749581In this episode, 2x-NFL Pro Bowl Running Back Clinton Portis dropped a lot of knowledge to Shawne. Portis tells you how he feels about the Deion Sanders hire and supporting black colleges. Clinton talks about the years he played with concussions. And what are his big plans for the future? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John looks at the impact that Matt Stafford to the Rams will have on the NFL, and how the remaining dominoes will fall around the NFL for the rest of the teams looking for a QB. He also looks at the top storylines around the league, including new Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni's disastrous intro presser, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John discusses Deshaun Watson ending speculation by formally demanding a trade, why he views the Texans hire of lifetime assistant David Culley as a stop gap coach heading into a total rebuild, which traits make Tom Brady the G.O.A.T., and why Aaron Rodgers has massive leverage over the Packers. He also explains why things are getting really ugly between the Rams and Jared Goff and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John discusses Aaron Rodgers raising eyebrows with his post NFC Championship comments referencing an 'uncertain' future in Green Bay, why Brady taking the Bucs back to the Super Bowl shows he's the best teammate ever, why the gap between Mahomes and the rest of the NFL is bigger than any recent NFL era, which teams Matt Stafford can have the biggest impact with, and why signs point to the Jets already having made their decision on Sam Darnold. He also answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington, T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Plaxico Burress explain why Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bienemy hasn’t gotten a head coaching position thus far and what the NFL can do to be more inclusive with their hiring practices.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John previews the massive NFL Conference Championship Weekend and gives his team and QB pressure rankings. He also discusses the Colts' options for replacing Philip Rivers, why Chris Ballard should put the full court press on Andrew Luck to comeback, why Philip Rivers deserves all the respect, if new Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni can fix Carson Wentz, why Larry Scott's terrible Pac-12 legacy will be his unwillingness to embrace the football cash cow, and previews Conference Championship Weekend matchups, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John looks at a common thread between the teams that advanced from the weekend, why he's feeling like a kid again leading up NFC Championship matchup between Brady and Rodgers, the latest round of NFL coaching hires, how the Texans should handle their Deshaun Watson mess, and the bad vibes between Sean McVay and Jared Goff. He also looks at the NFL's decision to cancel the scouting combine and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John discusses Urban Meyer taking his talents to the NFL sidelines Jacksonville, and the biggest challenges he'll face entering the pros. He also explains why hiring defensive coordinators in today's NFL is the wrong move, why teams are going overboard signing new GM's to long-term deals, dives deep into this weekend's Divisional Round matchups, and lays out his theory that Nick Saban retiring will instantly restore college football interest, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John reacts to Saban and 'Bama rolling Ohio State to win another national title, and some NFL Draft projections for the game's top prospects. He also discusses the Eagles decision to fire Doug Pederson, why he's been so impressed with Sean McVay's growth this season, why Brady's age is a playoff advantage, why not having fans in the stands is hurting the playoff atmosphere, and the impact of the 2018 QB class on this postseason. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John breaks down the rapidly deteriorating relationship between Deshaun Watson and the Texans, and why the Houston franchise needs a break from the Belichick tree. He also previews the Wild Card Weekend games, gives his picks, gives his take on the latest coaching carousel developments, explains why Justin Fields has the most to gain from a huge National Championship Game performance, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Jason opens things up with a quick thought on the group of rioters who breached the US Capitol building on Wednesday. Although we do make a concerted effort to stay out of politics on the show, when terrorists threaten our democracy, who won the game and whether or not your 3-team teaser hit just don't seem as important. Later, Jason does a deep dive into Deshaun Watson's cryptic tweet following the Houston Texans' decision to hire Nick Caserio as their new general manager. It's impossible to know for sure if Watson's 'some things never change' tweet was about the hire, but the timing definitely seems to fit. The decisions to hire Caserio (who wasn't on their search firm's list of preferred candidates) and not even interview Eric Bieniemy for their vacant head coaching job (who Watson has long-preferred) makes one thing very clear: the Texans don't give a damn what their franchise quarterback thinks. They're going to keep doing what they've always done, and they're going to continue to was

In this episode, John discusses the job openings after Black Monday coach firings, why he thinks media criticism of Doug Pederson for putting in Nate Sudfeld is over the top, the expanded NFL playoffs, and why Steve Sarkisian is more proof of Nick Saban rehabilitating coaching careers. He also gives out his 2020 End of the Year Awards, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John explains why the Colts need to be honest with themselves and move on from Philip Rivers as soon as possible, and previews the biggest storylines from NFL Week 17 and the the CFB Playoff Semifinal matchups. He also gives his 3 for the $ ATS picks, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John looks at the Bills' MNF beating of the Pats, why they're a scary playoff team, and if Belichick should over by parting ways with the Pats. He also breaks down the AFC playoff picture, ranks his 3 teams that can win the NFC, explains why the QB's in the draft are far from a sure thing, why it's clear the Dolphins aren't sold on Tua, why the Cardinals are getting exposed, looks at the Dwayne Haskins disaster, Urban Meyer NFL rumors, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John explains why the hype on incoming college QB's has gotten out of control, why the NFL consistently cycles through GM and coaching retreads, previews the slate of Week 16 games and gives his 3 for the $ ATS picks, and answers listener questions in the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter and SUBSCRIBE now to get all the latest content!! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.