3 and Out with John Middlekauff

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff and Jackson Groff react LIVE following the conclusion of Ole Miss-Georgia at the Sugar Bowl in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal. John and Jackson will react to each quarterfinal matchup including Indiana's dominant win vs. Alabama in the Rose Bowl, Oregon's impressive shut out performance vs. Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl, and Miami's upset win over the defending champion Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl. John and Jackson will also react to the biggest plays of the quarterfinal, breaking news around college football, and much more! 02:46 - Ole Miss-Georgia 27:13 - Miami-Ohio State 37:18 - Alabama-Indiana 47:31 - HRB CFP Semifinal Picks 58:11 - HRB Natty Picks 1:02:53 - Fixing the CFB Playoff schedule Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow - for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the college football playoff. They start with Indiana’s blowout of Alabama and Colin explains why Curt Cignetti’s coaching has produced a Hoosier team that’s great in every facet of the game (2:00). They also break down what makes Fernando Mendoza such a great quarterback (9:45). They move to Oregon dominating Texas Tech and Colin highlights the talent discrepancy between the two teams and they agree that this young Oregon roster is going to be even better next year (18:15). They recap Miami’s thumping of Ohio State and Colin predicts the Hurricanes will meet Indiana in the championship game. They credit Mario Cristobal’s recruiting prowess for building a physically imposing roster full of NFL talent (25:45). They preview the semifinal round and make their predictions for those games (37:00). Finally, they discuss USC’s loss to TCU and Colin argues Lincoln Riley should be on the hot seat next season for failing to develop a defense during his tenure (38:00). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by betting guru, Stuckey from The Action Network to break down the upcoming weekend in both college football and the NFL. They dive into the biggest matchups, key storylines, and deliver their expert insight on where the value is for bettors. From College footballs slate of massive playoff games to Saturday and Sunday’s NFL action that will determine who makes the playoffs and who doesn't, they’ve got you covered with sharp analysis and some of the best bets to make this weekend. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE following the Week 17 Monday Night Football matchup between Matt Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams vs. Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons. John kicks off by reacting to the Falcons improbable win against the Rams on MNF. John discusses what this does to Matthew Stafford's NFL MVP chances as the team squanders an opportunity to remain in play for the NFC number 1 overall seed. John then previews the Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 18 Saturday matchup that will determine the NFC West divisional title winner. John wraps up by previewing the final Sunday Night Football regular season matchup between Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 03:50 - Rams-Falcons Reaction 17:59 - Seahawks-49ers Preview 26:46 - Steelers-Ravens Preview Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow - for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE following the Week 17 Sunday Night Football matchup between Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears vs. Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers. John kicks off by reacting to another game of the year candidate as the 49ers outlast the Bears on SNF in Week 17. John discusses how it the 49ers control their own destiny for the NFC's number 1 overall seed if they can defeat the Seattle Seahawks in Week 18. John also discusses Brock Purdy's back to back career performances and head coach Kyle Shanahan's Coach of the Year consideration. John then dives into the Pittsburgh Steelers loss to Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns to set up a win or go home matchup with Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18. John debates whether head coach Mike Tomlin or QB Aaron Rodgers should return in 2026 if the team misses the NFL playoffs. John then dives into the NFC South as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers both lost in Week 17 to the Miami Dolphins and Seattle Seahawks, respectively, and how their Week 18 win or go home game for the NFC South title could forecast them exiting early in the playoffs. John flips the script and discusses the AFC South, which feature two of the hottest teams in the NFL, the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans, and how he wouldn't be surprised if either of those teams ended up in the AFC Championship game. John then applauds the Las Vegas Raiders for losing to the New York Giants in Week 17, setting the team up to have the number 1 pick in the NFL Draft heading into their Week 18 game vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. John wraps up by reacting to a report from Jay Glazer regarding the Atlanta Falcons' interest in bringing back former QB Matt Ryan for a front office role. 03:45 - Bears-49ers Reaction 30:45 - Steelers-Browns 35:24 - Eagles-Bills 38:58 - Seahawks-Panthers | Bucs-Dolphins | NFC South 41:07 - Jaguars-Colts | Texans-Chargers | AFC South 43:39 - Giants-Raiders 46:17 - HRB MNF Picks 46:56 - Falcons want Matt Ryan in front office Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow - for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.