3 And Out With John Middlekauff

In this episode, Middlekauff explains how teams have their rosters set well before the final cut down day, why Dan Snyder's dumpster fire organization when you look at his highly competent business successes that landed him the team in the first place, why there's so much pressure on Oregon to prop up a weak Pac-12, why Tony Romo could break the bank by heading to the MNF booth, 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff gives his thoughts on Andrew Luck's bombshell retirement decision, why his decision isn't surprising given his injuries, why he's betting on Colts GM Chris Ballard to succeed despite losing his star QB, the ripple effect of Luck's decision on players and in the standings, his thoughts on this weekend's Miami/Florida college kickoff, NFL preseason, 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at why the disaster Canada preseason game - played on an 80-yard field - is completely the fault of the Raiders, how the contract negotiations between Zeke Elliot and Jerry Jones have gotten extremely personal, why it's time for Jerry to play hardball, why Baker needs to balance being real' with creating unnecessary problems with his comments, why Jim Harbaugh's comment accusing the SEC of cheating is weak, gives his rapid fire takes looks at the biggest 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Jimmy Garoppolo struggling in limited preseason MNF action, why the pressure is on Jimmy G and Kyle Shanahan to get results, why Mike Mayock is fed up with Antonio Brown, but is powerless to do anything about it; why the Giants' meddling ownership has made the franchise dysfunctional, why it's ridiculous for Ezekiel Elliott over Jerry Jones' "Zeke Who?" comment, 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why he is out on Cardinals wonder boy head coach Kliff Kingsbury's spread offense succeeding in the pros, why, why Bill O'Brien has proven he's a bad GM during his interim stint with the Texans, how the freak out over Jimmy Garoppolo's five practice INT's shows how obsessed the culture is for football, why the social acceptance of gambling and weed is similar, 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Dak passing on Dallas' $30 million per offer, why Jerry should pull the offer sheet, why Antonio Brown needs to produce at a high level to justify his dumpster fire behavior, if violent hits are making a comeback, the opposite philosophies coaches around the league have about playing starters in the preseason, 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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff gives his takeaways from the first episode of Hard Knocks with Gruden and the Raiders, why the Cowboys have had a bad luck offseason, why Nick Bosa getting injured isn't surprising, what to look for/what to ignore during the preseason, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at why it's not crazy to think the discount Tom Brady is giving in his contract is being made up on the back end, if Bruce Arians can resurrect Jameis Winston's career; philosophies on managing preseason injuries, why most players crack way to early during holdouts, answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why Melvin Gordon doesn't have any leverage in his standoff with the Chargers, why wide receivers are cashing in like never before, how Dabo Swinney is morphing into Nick Saban 2.0, answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the value of cornerbacks in today's pass first NFL, what it's like being inside the NFL front office training camp grind, and the Cardinals cutting former 5-star recruit Robert Nkemdiche, and how their bad drafts have set them back. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff gives his thoughts why he's sick of the "Get the bag" culture in the NFL when they've already been paid, why Nick Bosa's smooth contract negotiation with the Niners shows that the Chargers were to blame for Joey's holdout, why OBJ on the field is still mesmerizing, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at why he missed on his pre-draft evaluation of Christian McCaffrey, Broncos new head coach Vic Fangio having some early issues adjusting to the role, his thoughts on Tyreek Hill getting off without a suspension after being accused of child abuse, why the Giants and OBJ were a bad fit, what training camp is like from inside an organization, answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why a Zeke Elliott holdout would be a slap in Jerry Jones' face after supporting him through all his off field issues, why Baker Mayfield's noise isn't something to be concerned about, why coach ranking lists are dumb, and his thoughts some wisdom dropped by new Broncos Head Coach Vic Fangio about connecting with the fans during training camp..John answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains looks at the continued signs that the NFL business is booming, the future of the franchise tag; the floors and ceilings for the young NFL QB's. He also gives his AFC West O/U picks and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why Melvin Gordon doesn't have any leverage over the Chargers to holdout for a huge new deal, why the Texans front office issues are a huge red flag, why Robbie Gould is crazy for not sucking it up and playing for the Niners. He also gives his NFC West O/U picks, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff on why a recent article written by Colts GM Chris Ballard shows why he's been succesful by trusting his scouting department, evaluates this year's crop of college QB's and gives his NFC North O/U picks. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff explains why former NFL QB and current analyst Chris Simms' controversial QB list is ridiculous on a number of levels, his top QB's, why the Jerry Jones and the Cowboys have reason to be concerned about Zeke Elliott despite him avoiding suspension in his latest incident. He also gives his AFC North O/U picks, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at how the 2011 NBA and NFL Drafts shaped the current landscape of both leagues, the biggest differences between the NBA and NFL media, his NFC South O/U picks, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff looks at the similarities and differences between NFL and NBA free agency, why QB's are the only position that can have a Zion Williamson-like impact on NFL franchises, AFC South Over/Under picks, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Middlekauff gives his take on the viral video of Cam Newton getting shut down after offering $1,500 to buy a first class seat on a flight from Paris, Amari Cooper's contract expectations,if Tyreek Hill will be suspended despite having child abuse charges dropped, his NFC East Over/Under picks, and answers listener questions in Middlekauff's Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to www.theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Subscribe now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.