3 and Out with John Middlekauff

John Middlekauff reacts to Xander Schauffele winning the 2024 PGA Championship for his first major. Plus John dives into Bryson DeChambeau's run on Sunday to almost force a playoff, and Scottie Scheffler's arrest and his mugshot going viral on social media over the weekend. 7:42 - Xander wins the PGA Championship 14:22 - Bryson DeCambeau gave it a run 20:19 - Scottie Scheffler's arrest reaction 27:36 - LIV-PGA merger Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John recaps his best of the week by talking about how the top rookie QB's performed during rookie mini-camp (5:01), how the Lions did right by Jared Goff by giving him his massive contract extension and what it could mean for other QB's in the market (23:05), now that the schedule has been released, can anyone compete with KC this year (39:21), and Netflix has gotten into the NFL game (55:56). Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into how once the schedule gets released so many people go through the teams wins and losses for the upcoming season however so many different factors will change by week 3 or 4 and the opponent is almost irrelevant. John also talks about how the Panthers and Patriots aren't favored in any games this season and if the 49ers should be favored over KC despite losing most of their recent match-ups. Later, John reacts to the Cowboys going "all-in" on Trey Lance during camp to find out if he will have any value to them, and finally John goes through your Fugazi Friday comments. Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:48 - NFL schedule overreaction 17:13 - Patriots & Panthers aren't favored 22:10 - Trey Lance 25:18 - Other NFL news 29:05 - Fugazi Friday 45:22 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the schedule release by looking at some of the top teams in the NFL and seeing if anyone can give Kansas City a run for the Super Bowl this year, which quarterback who is on an expiring deal has the best chance to land a big deal with their current team, and what the future looks like for NBC and Netflix. 5:16 - Who can challenge KC 23:29 - NBC vs Netflix for the NFL 28:00 - Saturday games in the NFL Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL schedule release! 5:00 - NFL took care of the streaming services 8:15 - Best MNF schedule in years 11:30 - Jets  16:30 - Chargers  17:30 - Bears 24:00 - Cowboys 26:30 - Steelers got the toughest schedule 30:30 - Eagles 33:30 - NFC resurgence? 39:00 - The standalone games are HUGE 41:00 - Could streamers push out the broadcast networks? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John previews the upcoming PGA Championship by talking about who is hot right now and has a shot of winning this weekend and who you shouldn't bet on heading into Valhalla. Later, John is joined by the longtime Golf Channel Analyst and current LIV Tour analyst Jerry Foltz to preview the PGA Championship. 6:00 - PGA Championship Preview 21:19 - Jerry Foltz 22:42 - Living the LIV dream 29:42 - Will the PGA and LIV merge 36:00 - Who from LIV has a shot this weekend 43:00 - How impress is Ludvig Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the news of Jared Goff getting a massive contract extension from the Lions and how his path to success was different from other star QB's, how FOX is setting Tom Brady up for success by having him call the Cowboys-Browns game to start the season, DeSean Jackson and Shady McCoy go all in Chip Kelly and say things that other players have likely wanted to say about Chip, and finally "Tangent Tuesday." Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 6:04 - Jared Goff gets an extension 22:20 - Tom Brady in the booth 25:37 - The latest with the Jets 28:08 - DeSean and Shady on Chip Kelly 33:59 - Tangent Tuesday 39:04 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the Bears announcing at rookie mini-camp that Caleb Williams will be the Bears starter in week one and if that is the right decision or should they have made the rookie do a little work to earn it. John also dives in to the latest with Bo Nix, how Joe Burrow's surgery seemed to be a little more serious than originally thought and until he proves he's 100% it will be hard to believe it, and finally, the ManningCast has become must-watch TV again with Belichick joining during every first quarter. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:44 - Caleb Williams update 10:16 - The latest with Bo Nix 23:48 - Joe Burrow's surgery 26:27 - Bill Belichick joins the ManningCast 33:54 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast John reacted to Tom Brady's roast on Netflix and how it was surprisingly a massive success (4:10), how the NFL schedule release is a primetime event (18:08), Austin Rivers' comments about how NBA players could play in the NFL (20:28), and how Tiger Woods' clothing line will likely not have nearly the same draw as it did when he was with Nike (33:53). #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives a little more into the storylines coming out of the Tom Brady roast and this time reacting to the comments from Julian Edelman about the awkwardness between Belichick and Kraft and how it's not surprising that both guys are pointing fingers at each other. Later, John dives into how Netflix could get a Christmas Day NFL game, and he reads your Fugazi Friday comments. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:06 - Pointing fingers to blame others 15:54 - Netflix getting in the NFL mix 25:17 - Fugazi Friday 46:25 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the comments from Austin Rivers saying that NBA players could play in the NFL but NFL players wouldn't stand a chance in the NBA and whether he has a point or if he's completely off base. Later, John talks about who the NFL's Anthony Edwards is and gives a list of players that could be "him", and how much can we really tell from rookie mini-camp. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:14 - Can NBA player play in the NFL 17:07 - Who is the NFL's Anthony Edwards 27:51 - Why teams have leaks 31:56 - Rookie mini-camp 36:16 - Mailbag  Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the latest with Scottie Scheffler and how the birth of his upcoming child could be a factor in him winning the Grand Slam, the latest headlines as we get ready for Valhalla, did Tiger make a mistake leaving Nike, and what's going on with NBC and the US Open. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 6:00 - The latest with Scottie and his baby 15:11 - Tiger's clothing line 23:05 - NBC and the US Open 25:06 - Up and coming stars 28:51 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the Netflix roast on Tom Brady and how it was surprisingly very funny and gave us a chance to see Tom, Belichick, and Julian Edelman as real people. John also talks about Dolphins owner Stephen Ross turning down a $10 billion offer to sell the team, Aaron Rodgers' recovery, how the NFL schedule release is bigger than the NBA playoffs, and OBJ has a new team. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 6:45 - Tom Brady's roast 20:42 - Stephen Ross 25:31 - Aaron Rodgers' recovery 28:51 - NFL schedule 31:11 - The Patriots 33:27 - OBJ signs 40:45 - Mailbag  Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week John continued to react to the Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. and what that pick means for the future of Kirk Cousins (4:21), he questioned why people are programmed to root for the underdog but when it comes to Scottie Scheffler people want to see him continue to win (22:42), and finally how drafting Caleb Willams has put the Bears in a win now mode (33:20). #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John takes a look back at the 2021 quarterback draft class by talking about why this class had a lot of hype but not many of them have made it in the league. John also discusses the importance of learning about the person who you're interested in drafting to understand if that person will be able to fit in with your current team, and how the guys behind the scenes during the offseason are never safe from losing their job. Lastly, John reads your Fugazi Friday comments during the Fugazi Friday segment. 6:25 - 2021 Draft Class 28:19 - Drafting the right person 41:00 - Fugazi Friday Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the Chicago Bears and how after drafting Caleb Williams they need to win right away. Williams is going to be the Bears QB for the next three years no matter what, but the future of Matt Eberflus could all come down to this coming season. Later, John dives into the Rookie of the Year odds and who he likes, Davante Adams talks with Max Crosby and gives his feelings on Derek Carr, and did the Patriots mess up their draft. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's Mailbag segment. 6:38 - They hype around the Bears 13:26 - Offensive Rookie of the Year 19:57 - Davante Adams speaks out 34:18 - The Patriots had offers 44:45 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into how Scottie Scheffler is very easy to root for and even though he's the best golfer in the world people still want him to win and are not rooting for the underdog. Later, John discusses the state of the PGA Tour and how unless they merge with LIV or find a way to get people interested in the tour again, viewership is going to continue to decline. Lastly, John reacts to the LIV Tour ending their season at a public course in Chicago and how that should never happen. 7:33 - Scottie and his greatness 18:11 - The state of the PGA Tour 27:25 - LIV's season finale Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John continues to react to the Falcons drafting Penix with the number 8 pick and if it's a foregone conclusion that Cousin will be the starter, what this pick means for his future, and is this situation similar to Green Bay and Jordan Love. Later, John discusses Josh Allen's role in the Bills draft picks, assistant GM's getting some love on day 2 and 3 of the draft, the point of writers doing draft grades, and the importance of TV personalities being entertainers. Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's Mailbag segment. 5:48 - Atlanta drafted Penix 24:10 - Empowering the players 29:15 - Assistant GM's getting love 30:12 - Draft grades 36:33 - Sports analysts need to be entertainers 44:19 - Tangent Tuesday 50:38 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by John MIddlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft! They start with the Cowboys seeming to deliberately not load up on weapons in Dak Prescott's contract year (3:30) and why the Bears won the offseason (7:30) They rate the Bears chances in a stacked NFC North (11:00) and Colin explains why the Raiders could be set up perfectly to draft a quarterback NEXT year (14:00) They dissect the drama in Atlanta and why the Kirk Cousins/Michael Penix situation could get awkward fast (19:15), and rate Jim Harbaugh's draft as “substance” rather than flash (27:00) They predict the first and last place finishers for every NFL division (33:15) and rate the Titans draft as the weirdest (37:15). Piggybacking on the Titans talk, they go behind the scenes into why so many NFL organizations are dysfunctional, and reveal the best run team in the league (44:00). Finally, they each pick their biggest whiff on a take from the past couple of years (01:05:00), debate whether the Sixers are a “failed experiment” (01:10:00) and explain why bad business decisions have made Kevin Durant irrelevant in the NBA (01:15:00). (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to day 2 of the NFL Draft and dives into which teams he thinks did a really good job and who may have reached and could regret their picks. He also talks about Dave Teppers response to the local restaurant that had a sign that said "Let the GM and coach pick the players." 5:11 - Second Round reactions 22:55 - David Tepper makes headlines again 21:36 - First Round thoughts Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd, John Middlekauff and Danny Parkins discuss the first round of the NFL Draft. What are realistic expectations for Caleb Williams and the Bears in his rookie season. Was Rome Odunze the right pick for the Chicago Bears at #9. Can Bears make the playoffs? Colin, John and Danny react to the NFL draft and give their takes about your favorite NFL teams pick. #Volume #Herd #3AndOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd and John Middlekauff react to the the 1st Round of the NFL Draft. Colin and John discuss the Bears landing Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze and what their future will be like in Chicago. The Falcons stunned everyone when they drafted Washington QB Michael Pennix Jr after signing Kirk Cousins in Free Agency. The Broncos landed Bo Nix, Vikings got JJ McCarthy, Patriots drafted Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels went #2 to the Commanders. Which quarterback has the best future? NFL Draft went heavy on offense including Brock Bowers to the Raiders. Colin and John give their takes on the 1st Round. #Volume #Herd #3AndOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John does his Top-10 Mock Draft and tells you what he thinks is going to happen during Thursday's NFL Draft. John also dives into the news that the 49ers might be open to trading Brandon Aiyuk, and the importance of hiring the right head coach Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:29 - Mock Draft 7:15 - Bears Pick 8:44 - Commanders Pick 10:12 - Patriots Pick 11:59 - Cardinals Pick/Trade 14:25 - Chargers Pick 16:13 - Cardinals Pick 17:05 - Titans Picks 19:12 - Falcons Pick 21:58 - Bears Pick/Trade 24:12 - Jets Picks 28:13 - Could the 49ers trade Brandon Aiyuk 35:37 - The importance of hiring the right coach 45:05 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the trade that sent Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos and the thinking behind this move for the Broncos, and if Sean Payton is still the right guy for the job. Later, John talks about why NFL analysts and fans spend so much more time talking about the QB prospects in the draft than all other positions. Finally, John reacts to the noise surrounding the patriots and how they are taking calls for the number three pick and if that's the right decision or not. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:21 - The Denver Broncos 16:38 - QB's are more fun to talk about 24:27 - Pats are taking calls 31:50 - Other NFL storylines 40:58 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks with longtime NFL Analyst at ESPN, Field Yates. John and Field dive into how Field got his start in the NFL, his relationship with Stephen Belichick, if the Giants should draft JJ McCarthy, what will the Patriots do at three, where Michael Penix Jr. may end up, and his hottest take for the upcoming draft. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:40 - Field Yates 8:47 - How he got his start 17:22 - Belichick-Kraft saga 25:52 - Will the Giants from JJ 31:50 - Pats at three 34:24 - Michael Penix Jr. 37:15 - Hottest pick in the draft 42:04 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into his best of from the week that was with his breakdown of the top WR's in next weeks draft (4:30), who he thinks the best pass rushers are and where they would best fit in the NFL (17:27), what the Patriots and Giants should do on draft day (39:11), and how Bill Belichick was made for TV (50:34). Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the Belichick-Kraft saga that just won't seem to end and what the real reason might be that he isn't a head coach this upcoming season. John also talks about what he thinks the Patriots and Giants might be doing when their name is called next Thursday. Later, you have your Fugazi Friday comments answered and reacted to.  Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:42 - Belichick-Kraft saga 15:30 - The Patriots 19:39 - The Giants 26:53 - Fugazi Friday 43:13 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks about how the NFL is such a monster in the sports world that even the draft dominates viewership over most other sporting events, and how a large reason why is because the top players getting drafted have been playing on national TV at top schools for years. John also dives into how Bill Belichick has a very bright future on TV, where Joe Alt ranks as an NFL prospect, and how the NBA has done the right thing by banning Porter for betting on the NBA. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:25 - The NFL Draft is huge 18:12 - Belichick is great for TV 25:42 - Joe Alt's eval 30:28 - The NBA bans Porter 35:57 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the top pass rushers in the NFL draft by breaking down the top three, where he thinks they might get drafted and where they would be a good fit. John also discusses the Patriots and should it be foregone conclusion that they are going to draft a QB when they have so many other needs as well. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:17 - Pass rushers in the draft 9:21 - Dallas Turner 15:57 - Jared Verse 19:52 - Laiatu Latu 27:01 - The Patriots stink 34:30 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the contract extension that the Eagle gave DeVonta Smith and what it means for WR's and the position for the many players with upcoming contract negotiations. John also discusses the WR draft class and who he thinks has the highest upside to make an immediate impact at the top of the draft. Later, John talks about holdouts in the NFL and the latest "Tangent Tuesday." Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:17 - DeVonta Smith gets an extension 14:41 - WR scouting report 26:39 - Holdouts 30:48 - Other NFL notes 35:19 - Tangent Tuesday 45:03 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to Scottie Scheffler winning The Masters for the second time and proving to the golf world that he is hands down the best player in the world. John talks about how Scottie is playing so well right now that even when he is playing his "B" game he is still better than everyone else, but will the pressure ultimately get to him the way that he has with other guys like, Rory and Jordan Spieth. Later, John dives into the emergence of Ludvig Aberg and how this kid is going to be a star in the sport. Finally, John discusses the importance of Tiger finishing the weekend and playing all 72 holes with his son next to him all weekend. 6:14 - Scottie wins The Masters 20:17 - Ludvig Aberg is a rising star 30:02 - Tiger finishes the weekend 32:31 - Other weekend notables  Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's best of the week! This week John dove into the Commanders bringing in a bunch of the top QB prospects in the draft and how that is the right decision since their pick could be franchise changing (5:05), how the Vikings may be blowing smoke with all the chatter coming out of Minnesota (32:50), and later, Hunter Mahan stopped by to talk about playing at Augusta and what it was like playing with Tiger in his prime 41:56. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into why the Commanders bringing in the top QB's in the upcoming draft for one more round of interviews should be considered them just doing their due diligence and not something out of the ordinary. John also dives into the scouting reports that The Athletic published on all of the top QB's coming out in the draft and who has the biggest upside and who may not have what it takes.  Lastly, John reads your comments for this episode's Fugazi Friday segment. 5:46 - Washington interviews top QB's 13:34 - Scouting reports 33:30 - Josh Allen gets extended 39:37 - Fugazi Friday Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Master week and John takes a deep dives into some of his best bets at Augusta. He talks about who he thinks is going to win The Masters, who we should keep an eye on, and is this the tournament where Rory turns his game around. Later, John is joined by 6-time PGA Tour winner, Hunter Mahan to talk about the pressures of playing at The Masters, what makes the course so difficult, what it was like playing with Tiger in his prime, and who of the top guys he thinks can break through and win this weekend. 5:34 - Difficulty in betting golf 11:10 - Picking a winner 16:38 - Guys to watch for 27:30 - Hunter Mahan Interview 28:38 - What Masters week is like 32:05 - What makes the course so hard 40:02 - Tiger in his prime 1:04:24 Favorite holes to play at Augusta 1:07:24 - Hunter's pick to win Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the pre-draft chatter and if we should believe the rumblings that we're hearing out of Minnesota and the interest that the Vikings have for JJ McCarthy, how Former Texas defensive lineman T'Vondre Sweat got a DWI and if this mistake will or should have an impact on his draft status, and the latest "Tangent Tuesday". Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:03 - The Vikings and the draft 13:33 - Sweat gets a DWI 22:22 - What Coach Cal means to college sports 28:46 - Tangent Tuesday 35:25 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”! They react to South Carolina beating Iowa to win the national championship in Caitlin Clark's final collegiate game, and break down why Clark is a transcendent “must see TV” athlete like MJ and Tiger (3:00). They pour over the ratings for both the women's and men's tournaments and why they feel “big” while the NBA is suffering from self-inflicted wounds (10:30). They also address the reports that John Calipari will take over as the head coach at Arkansas and debate whether his tenure at Kentucky was a failure (22:30). Colin predicts that Washington will pick Jayden Daniels at #2 overall in the NFL draft (31:15) and a flurry of moves on draft day with quarterback needy teams making trades (36:30). They break down the process for NFL teams vetting draft prospects character and intangibles (41:00) Finally, they preview UFC #300 and talk about why Dana White has been so successful in building UFC into a must-see spectacle (49:30). They address the reasons behind the layoffs at the NFL Network (56:30) and John lays out his argument for why the Dolphins CAN'T pay Tua (01:00:00) (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's best of the week! John talks with Mike Mayock about the top draft prospects and how he thinks they will do in the NFL (4:50), how Ryan Poles is making people rethink how they felt about him (25:21), and the big trade from the week that sent Stef Diggs to the Houston Texans (34:20). Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the trade that sent Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans, what it means for the Texans moving forward, and was the trade the right move or wrong move for the Bills. John also discusses the pressure on Tua if he is hoping to have a max deal, today's version of "Draft Daily", and the latest "Fugazi Friday." Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:37 - Diggs traded 19:12 - How the trade impacts the Bills 24:22 - Ernie Adams talks with Edelman 30:27 - Draft Daily 35:09 - Fugazi Friday 42:00 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into Justin Thomas's decision to fire Bones as his caddy the week before The Masters, and why that might be the wrong timing even if it hasn't been working out this year. John also discusses the issues surrounding the sport of golf and how Tiger Woods hasn't been helping the game. Lastly, John talks about some bets for The Masters. 9:56 - JT and Bones break-up 15:30 - Tiger Woods is back 19:36 - Where has Rory been 26:00 - Best bets Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the latest with Rashee Rice and the Chiefs, and discusses some of the information that we know about the car cash, what we're still learning, and the importance of learning as much as you can about the guys getting drafted. John also talks about how he's done a complete 180 on Ryan Poles and how he's been extremely impressive in recent interviews about how the Bears are approaching the NFL draft, Wentz signs with KC, Haason Reddick on the Jets, and the latest installment of "Tangent Tuesday." Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:01 - Rashee Rice and the Chiefs 20:27 - Ryan Poles impresses 27:47 - Wentz has a new team 30:50 - Haason Reddick talks 35:16 - Tangent Tuesday 40:52 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by the former GM of the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders, Mike Mayock. John and Mike dive into the unique situation that he was in when he was let go by the Raiders and how he handled it, what it was like being in the Raiders organization and how the evaluation and draft process worked, the difference between having a draft board when working with NFL Network and having a draft board as the GM of the Raiders, and finally the guys dive into some of the top names in this years draft. 6:15 - Mike Mayock 30:04 - Relationship change with other GMs 34:51 - Thoughts on JJ 41:01 - Thoughts on Caleb Williams 48:25 - Brock Bowers WR ranking #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin's joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out”! They start with UConn basketball and why they are the best college sports program that nobody talks about (7:00) and why basketball is trending away from small-ball and towards dominant bigs like Zach Edey (13:00). They debate which top ranked QB prospect is at most risk of becoming a bust (23:00) and pick the best potential landing spots for J.J. McCarthy, Bo Nix and Michael Penix. They project some bumpy times ahead for the Jets and Aaron Rodgers (31:00) and why Jordan Love is currently a better QB than Rodgers (38:00)  They list their “can't miss” NFL draft prospects (51:30) and give their “dream” summer vacation destination (58:15) (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd  #3andOutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses the importance of the Pro Day and how Malik Nabers proved a point during his workout and the reaction from Michael Penix Jr showing off his speed during his workout. John also dives into how the NFL owners seem to have an issue with the grades they've gotten on their organizations, and how the Christmas Day games are going up for auction. Finally, John reacts to some of your biggest Fugazi Friday concerns. Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:08 - Pro Day workouts 13:48 - Michael Penix Jr's Pro Day 19:56 - Jed York speaks 30:56 - Owners are not happy with their team grades 33:47 - Christmas Day Games Auction 37:09 - Fugazi Friday 50:21 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the comments made by Peter Malnati on the state of golf and how the sport needs to find a way to get the PGA-LIV situation solved so that we have more tournaments with all the top golfers playing, he later recaps Full Swing on Netflix and discusses one guy he wishes they would've profiled more, and lastly, John gives you his early best bets for The Master.  6:01 - Peter Malnati on the state of golf 27:48 - Full Swing recap 36:40 - Masters look ahead Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the big news from the league meetings about the NFL continuing to take over Christmas Day and how adding games to Christmas Day is one of the best things the NFL has done, the NFL is going international Week 1 with a streaming game in Brazil, how the new kick-off rule is great, and the coaches and GM's continue to talk from the league meetings. Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:18 - Christmas Day football 10:50 - NFL goes International 21:45 - New Kick-Off rule 28:45 - Sean Payton on Russ 30:38 - Brian Daboll speaks 34:01 - Robert Kraft on the dynasty 37:06 - 49ers are still complaining about the turf 41:39 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the annual coaches picture that showed us how excited Jim Harbaugh is to be back in the NFL. John also discusses how it's been a long time but the Chargers finally have a real head coach and their future looks very bright, how money is not an issue for the league or teams anymore because of all the money that is coming in each season, the reaction to the NFL saying that the in-season Hard Knocks is going to be expanding from one team to an entire division, and finally John goes off on his weekly "Tangent Tuesday." Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:12 - Annual coaches picture 10:00 - Chargers have a real coach 12:30 - The NFL has so much money 20:34 - In-Season Hard Knocks expansion 27:15 - Tangent Tuesday/March Madness 32:57 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the big trade in the NFL which sent the L'Jarius Snead to the Titans for drafts picks and why KC is the only team that could get away with this trade without people asking questions. John also dives into the league meetings, and how he has figured out JJ McCarthy and who he thinks his comp is. Lastly, John reads your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:02 - Big trade in the NFL 19:43 - Latest from the League Meetings 23:06 - JJ McCarthy's comp 31:27 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into what he thinks will happen at the top of the draft and what teams might be looking to trade up and who might look to trade down. John also reacts to Aaron Donald's interview talking about his retirement, also what it would mean for the game if they go away with the "hip-drop" tackle. Lastly, John reads your latest questions and stories for Fugazi Friday. 5:16 - Top picks in the draft 13:21 - Aaron Donald speaks 23:13 - The hop-drop 25:25 - Fugazi Friday Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to Marvin Harrison Jr. not participating in the Ohio State Pro Day and if that's the right or wrong decision for someone that may not be the top player at the WR position, Caleb Williams has his USC Pro Day and John dives into the significance of Caleb throwing. Also, what the start of the NCAA tournament means for sports and why everyone gets invested in the tournament. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:16 - Marvin Harrison Jr. has his Pro Day 19:21 - Caleb Williams throws 31:43 - Start of the NCAA Tournament 40:08 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into Robert Griffin's comments about how Caleb Williams should pull an Eli Mannings and not play for the Bears and if that could be the right move. He also talks about the difficulty of the QB position, the Jets signing Mike Williams, the Saints sign Chase Young, and how the Browns are giving a contract extension to a player that hasn't played a snap for them.  Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:37 - RGIII's take on Caleb Williams 18:18 - Only 2 QBs from the 2019 draft are set to start this season 30:18 - Jets are signing Mike Williams 33:13 - Saints sign Chase Young 35:21 - Browns extend Jerry Jeudy 39:00 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the Steelers trading for Justin Fields despite them just signing Russell Wilson, how will the quarterback room dynamic work, and should we believe the talk about Russ already being named the starter. John also discusses how teams and GM's should manage a player's worth when it comes to free agency, the latest draft daily, and "Tangent Tuesday." Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:05 - Fields to the Steelers 15:01 - How to manage a players worth 24:00 - Draft Daily 28:51 - Tangent Tuesday 36:45 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.