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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down the biggest games, performances, and storylines from an action-packed NFL weekend. John starts with Chiefs vs. Seahawks, reacting to the matchup and discussing what the result means for both teams moving forward. He also breaks down Packers vs. Lions and Bengals vs. Ravens, analyzing the key performances, coaching decisions, and implications for the NFC North and AFC North races. John then turns his attention to J.J. McCarthy and the latest developments surrounding the young quarterback, before discussing the Indianapolis Colts and Las Vegas Raiders and what lies ahead for both franchises. Plus, John weighs in on Aaron Rodgers and the latest storylines surrounding the veteran quarterback. On the college football side, John delivers his College Football Week 8 reaction, breaking down the biggest games, standout performances, surprises, and what the weekend's results mean for the College Football Playoff picture. Later, John is joined by the CEO of Folds of Honor, Lt Col Rooney to discuss all the great work the company is doing. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, weekly recaps, quarterback analysis, coaching takes, college football breakdowns, and the biggest stories from around 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. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.