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John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, delivering instant reaction to Monday Night Football as Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills dominate Carson Wentz and the Minnesota Vikings. John breaks down Allen's performance, what went wrong for Minnesota, and what the result means for both teams as the NFL playoff race heats up. John also dives into the Jacksonville Jaguars going all in at the NFL Trade Deadline, examining their aggressive approach, the moves they made, and whether the franchise has done enough to position itself as a legitimate contender. Plus, John reacts to the news that Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua is heading to injured reserve, discussing the impact of his absence on the Rams' offense and what it means for their playoff hopes. The show wraps up with the NFL Post-Week 9 Mailbag, where John answers listener questions about the biggest games, trade deadline moves, quarterback performances, injuries, coaching decisions, and the latest storylines around the league. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, Monday Night Football analysis, trade deadline breakdowns, injury news, quarterback evaluations, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is  joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” on the Volume. They start with the overall quality of play in the NFL taking a hit due to short weeks and the international games and the late afternoon broadcast window being much worse than prior years (2:30). They discuss the 24 team College Football Playoff format (9:30), and what to make of Ohio State suffering their third loss of the season to Oregon and their historic dominance suddenly looking shaky (15:30). They react to the news of Jacksonville Jaguars trading with the Eagles for Jordan Davis and Colin lauds Liam Cohen for being aggressive in pursuing the Super Bowl (27:00) and gives credit to Eagles GM Howie Roseman for acquiring great draft assets for the rebuild (31:00) Colin argues that the Chargers should keep Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert and then clean house after their disastrous season (36:45) and discuss the upside and downsides of “CEO” coaches that don’t call plays (41:00). Colin highlights the impact of Jeffrey Simmons on the Bears defense (55:00), and they react to the news of Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua heading to IR (59:00).  Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, delivering instant reaction to an incredible Sunday Night Football matchup as the Chicago Bears survive four Caleb Williams interceptions to defeat Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. John breaks down how Chicago managed to pull out the win despite the turnovers, Caleb Williams' performance, Baker Mayfield and the Bucs' missed opportunity, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. John also reacts to the biggest results from NFL Week 9, including the San Francisco 49ers dominating the Las Vegas Raiders, the Green Bay Packers destroying the New England Patriots, and the New York Giants defeating the Philadelphia Eagles in a huge NFC East showdown. John examines what these results mean for the playoff picture, which teams are establishing themselves as legitimate contenders, and which teams have serious questions to answer as the season progresses. From quarterback performances and coaching decisions to division races and playoff implications, John breaks down everything you need to know from another wild NFL Sunday. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL Week 9 reactions, Sunday Night Football analysis, quarterback breakdowns, game recaps, coaching insight, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories across the NFL. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  Thanks to Captain Morgan: Captain While You Can. Drink responsibly. Don’t share with anyone under 21. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John reacts to the horrible injury to Jack Campbell and what it could mean for his future, if we will see the return of Brandon Aiyuk to the NFL, and what the top games to watch on Sunday are. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars put together a dominant performance, taking down Derrick Henry and the Baltimore Ravens in a statement-making Thursday Night Football victory. We break down Jacksonville’s impressive win, what went wrong for Baltimore and whether the Jaguars are emerging as legitimate contenders in the AFC. Then, we turn our attention to NFL Week 9 with predictions and game-by-game analysis. Can the Bengals get back on track against the Saints? Will Matthew Stafford and the Rams take care of business against Jayden Daniels and the Commanders? Can the Lions handle the Dolphins, and what should we expect from the rest of the Week 9 slate? Plus, we shift to the college football landscape for a Week 10 preview, breaking down the biggest matchups, storylines and games to watch as the race for the College Football Playoff heats up. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down the biggest NFL storylines and previewing Thursday Night Football as the Baltimore Ravens take on the Jacksonville Jaguars. John dives into the Ravens-Jaguars matchup, examining the key players, biggest questions, and what both teams need to do to secure a win. He also discusses the potential return of disgruntled 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, what his future in the league could look like, and whether the relationship between Aiyuk and any organization can be repaired. Plus, John takes a closer look at A.J. Brown's future. The show wraps up with the Middlekauff Mailbag, as John answers listener questions about the NFL, quarterbacks, coaching decisions, player movement, and the biggest storylines around the league. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL previews, Thursday Night Football analysis, breaking news, trade and roster discussions, quarterback breakdowns, and unfiltered football takes. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down the biggest NFL headlines and looking ahead to one of the most anticipated matchups in college football. John reacts to Jerry Jones and his comments about paying a premium for NFL coaches, discussing the value of elite coaching, how much teams should be willing to spend to find the right head coach, and whether investing in the coaching staff can make the difference between competing for a championship and falling short. John also takes a closer look at the New York Giants and whether the franchise should reconsider making major trades. With questions surrounding the team's direction, John discusses roster construction, the importance of building through the draft, and whether the Giants should prioritize long-term rebuilding over short-term moves. On the college football side, John previews Miami vs. Notre Dame, breaking down the key matchups, players to watch, and what is at stake for both programs. Can Miami make a statement, or will Notre Dame come away with a huge win? Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL news, coaching analysis, front-office debates, trade discussions, college football previews, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories across the football world. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, delivering instant reaction to Monday Night Football as Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears shut down Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks. John breaks down Chicago's impressive defensive performance, Caleb Williams' continued development, what went wrong for Seattle, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. John then opens up the NFL Post-Week 8 Mailbag, tackling the biggest questions and storylines around the league. He discusses the injury to Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell and what his absence could mean for Detroit's defense. Plus, John examines why the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams need wide receiver help and whether adding another playmaker should be a priority for both contenders. John also takes a closer look at the Denver Broncos' comeback victories, questioning whether their ability to rally late in games is a sustainable strategy or something that could eventually catch up with them. From Monday Night Football reactions to injuries, roster needs, quarterback play, and coaching decisions, John covers everything happening around the NFL after Week 8. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, post-weekly mailbags, quarterback analysis, trade and roster discussions, coaching insight, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down all the biggest results and storylines from an action-packed NFL Week 8. John reacts to the Washington Commanders defeating the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football, examining what went wrong for Philadelphia and what the win means for Washington. He also breaks down the Denver Broncos stunning the Kansas City Chiefs, discussing Denver's statement victory and what it means for the AFC West race. Plus, John dives into the Detroit Lions outlasting the Minnesota Vikings, analyzing the key performances, coaching decisions, and implications for the NFC North. Which teams are emerging as legitimate contenders, and which ones have reason to be concerned? John also looks ahead to Bears vs. Seahawks on Monday Night Football, making his predictions and breaking down the key matchups to watch. Can Chicago keep its momentum going, or will Seattle defend its home field? Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL Week 8 reactions, Monday Night Football predictions, game analysis, quarterback breakdowns, coaching insight, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories around the league. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” on the Volume. They start with Broncos thrilling come from behind win over the Chiefs and highlight the deficiencies in both Bo Nix and the Chiefs pass catchers (2:30). They react to the Cowboys blowing a late lead to the Gardner Minshew led Cardinals and debate whether the Cowboys should become sellers before the trade deadline (9:00). They highlight Lamar Jackson constantly being injured and argue that the Ravens season is officially over and it might be time to move on from the former MVP (14:45). Colin proposes that the Vikings should try to trade for Kirk Cousins to replace Kyler Murray after suffering their first loss to the Lions (27:45), and that the Chargers should begin a firesale after starting 0-7 following their loss to the Rams(33:30).  Colin lauds Mike McCarthy for having the Steelers in first place with extremely limited options on offense for Aaron Rodgers (39:00), and believes Aaron Glenn’s time with the Jets is coming to an end after losing to the Raiders (49:00). They heap praise on Drake Maye for putting the Pats on his back in their win over the Dolphins (54:30). Finally, they move to college football and start with USC upsetting Ohio State and agree that Lincoln Riley’s prepared statement was cringe (58:00) and that Indiana looks vulnerable after barely beating Minnesota (1:05:00) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John reacted to the news from Oregon where they annouced Dante Moore would be out for the rest of the seaosn. Later, he gets you ready for Week 8 of the NFL season and tells you the best games to have on your TV at one time. Finally he wraps up the week giving you his season predictions. All that and more! Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, delivering instant reaction to Thursday Night Football as Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers defeat Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers. John breaks down the biggest takeaways from the game, Love's performance, what went wrong for Carolina, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. John then looks ahead to NFL Week 8, making his predictions and breaking down some of the biggest matchups on the schedule, including Colts vs. Jaguars, Browns vs. Steelers, and Vikings vs. Lions. Which teams are positioned for big wins, and where could we see an upset? Plus, John dives into the reported blockbuster trade between the Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears, discussing the potential impact on both franchises and what the move means for their futures. The show wraps up with the NFL Week 8 Mailbag, as John answers listener questions about quarterbacks, coaching decisions, trades, contenders, and the biggest storylines around the league. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, instant analysis, weekly predictions, Thursday Night Football breakdowns, trade discussion, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down Thursday Night Football, the biggest NFL headlines, and the latest dysfunction around the league. John previews Panthers vs. Packers on Thursday Night Football, breaking down the matchup, key players, and what to watch as Green Bay looks to take care of business against Carolina. What are the biggest keys to the game, and can the Panthers pull off an upset? John also dives into why the Indianapolis Colts GM job is one of the toughest positions in the NFL, examining the challenges of roster construction, expectations, and building a consistent contender. Plus, he discusses the Philadelphia Eagles' dysfunction, looking at the issues surrounding the defending NFC power and whether the organization can get things back on track. Finally, John answers your questions in the NFL Week 8 Mailbag, tackling the biggest debates around the league, including quarterbacks, coaching decisions, front-office moves, contenders, and teams that are falling short of expectations. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL previews, game reactions, quarterback analysis, coaching and front-office insight, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down two major NFL trade storylines before welcoming college football insider Bud Elliott for an in-depth conversation about the future of college football. John discusses the Seattle Seahawks trading for Quenton Nelson and the San Francisco 49ers trading for DeForest Buckner, examining what the moves could mean for both teams and how these acquisitions could impact their chances moving forward. Then, John sits down with Bud Elliott to discuss the biggest questions facing college football. They break down the College Football Playoff, debate where the money is coming from in college football, and explore the possibility of a college football super conference. They also discuss what's next for Lincoln Riley and USC, reveal Bud's projected College Football Playoff teams, and debate whether going 9-3 could become the new 12-1 in an evolving college football landscape. Plus, they examine the pressure on Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian, whether his seat is getting hotter, and what the expectations surrounding Arch Manning mean for the Longhorns moving forward. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL trade analysis, college football insight, College Football Playoff predictions, NIL and revenue discussions, coaching hot-seat debates, and the biggest stories across the football world. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, reacting to Monday Night Football and breaking down the biggest storylines surrounding the NFL. John dives into the latest on the QB situation with the Las Vegas Raiders and also with the Indianapolis Colts he examins where the team stand, what has gone right or wrong, and what needs to happen as the NFL season moves forward. John also takes a closer look at NFL coaching, comparing John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin and discussing what separates the league's most established head coaches. From leadership and culture to in-game decisions and getting the most out of their rosters, John examines what makes these two coaches such compelling figures in the NFL. Plus, it's another edition of Dad Diaries, as John shares stories and conversations from life away from football. The show wraps up with the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers listener questions about the NFL, coaching, quarterbacks, team building, and the biggest stories around football. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, coaching analysis, team breakdowns, football debates, Dad Diaries, and the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.