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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff gives his one-of-a-kind perspective on the latest stories in college and pro football.

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18 LUG 2025 · John Middlekauff gives his instant reaction to the breaking news that Pittsburgh Steelers star T.J. Watt has signed another record-breaking contract, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history for the second time in his career. John discusses why T.J. Watt had all the leverage in these negotiations and how this deal reflects the Steelers’ win-now mindset under Mike Tomlin. John explains why Watt is more than just a great player — he’s the heartbeat of the team, the captain, and the face of the franchise in the Post-Roethlisberger era. Plus, John explains how this impacts the pass rusher market, including guys like Micah Parsons. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 3:41 - TJ Watt signs an extension in Pittsburgh 10:48 - What's next for Micah Parsons 20:42 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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17 LUG 2025 · John opens the pod diving into the conversation surrounding Nick Saban and his potential return to football. John talks about if he could see Saban returning to college football or if the NFL would be more attractive to him at this point in his life. Next, John discussed the hype that is surrounding Arch Manning and how Arch has been doing a good job trying to get everyone to calm down. Later, John talks about the changes at Fox and how it is smart of them to be interested in bringing on the Barstool Sports team to be part of their College Football coverage, and how Grant Horvat has turned down an invitation to play a PGA Tour tournament because they won't allow his youtube crew to film him during the event. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:07 - Nick Saban returning to football? 13:20 - Arch Manning hype 21:07 - Barstool going to Fox? 27:59 - Grant Horvat says no to PGA 42284 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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16 LUG 2025 · John opens the podcast discussing reports about the NFL having a collusion issue which John thinks is a ridiculous argument. Next, John dives into the Jets continuing to pay their guys, this time they took care of Sauce Gardner and why paying him is risky, but the right decision. Later, John dives into Trey Smith signing a $94 million contract extension with Chiefs making him the highest paid O-Lineman in NFL history. John then dives into Terry McLaurin talking to the local DC media voicing his frustration with the Commanders organization. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 4:35 - NFL has a Collusion issue 9:18 - Sauce Gardner gets paid 14:55 - Trey Smith makes history 19:44 - Terry McLaurin is not happy 23:27 - Shemar Stewart may return to Texas A&M 31:04 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Garrett Wilson signs MASSIVE rookie extension, 49eres WR Jauan Jennings DOESN'T show, 10 QB rankings
15 LUG 2025 · John Middlekauff starts off by reacting to the New York Jets and star wide receiver Garrett Wilson coming to an agreement on a 130 million dollar extension. John speculates if due to the Jets volatile QB situation, the Jets wanted to lock up Wilson early to a long term contract. Next, John discusses 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings requesting a more lucrative deal or a trade from the team and applauds Jennings for using his leverage to open up negotiations. John reacts to Cleveland Browns 2nd round pick Quinshon Judkins arrest over the weekend for alleged domestic violence charges and how it affects the team moving forward. Then, John reacts to ESPN Top 10 QB rankings discourse over Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, John wraps up with some takes coming from SEC Media Day, including the possibility of former Alabama coach Nick Saban making a return to college football. 04:55 - New York Jets Garrett Wilson receives massive extension 10:12 - DraftKings 11:24 - San Francisco 49eres WR Jauan Jennings 19:08 - Quinshon Judkins 27:31 - ESPN Top 10 QB rankings 33:14 - SEC Media Day 46:17 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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14 LUG 2025 · John is back with a Go Low podcast recapping the Scottish Open and how impressive it was watching Chris Gotterup go toe to toe with Rory and come out on top. Next, John talks about who he thinks should be the betting favorite heading into the British Open and what other players he would bet on to put together in a parlay. Later, John discusses the American Century Classic and what a terrific tournament this every year and how great it is to see these athletes interact in such a fun way with the fans. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:30 - Scottish Open Recap 15:40 - Bet on Rory 32:44 - American Century Classic 40:27 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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13 LUG 2025 · John opens up the weekend Middlekauff Mailbag to answer your questions. Should the Pittsburgh Steelers trade star edge rusher T.J. Watt? Is LA Chargers star Khalil Mack a first ballot Hall of Famer? Is there pressure on Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott to win a Super Bowl in Josh Allen's prime? How will Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson shape his running back room? 01:14 - Minkah Fitzpatrick & T.J. Watt trade value 08:33 - Is Khalil Mack a first ballot of Hall of Famer? 09:52 - Dillion Gabriel 12:07 - Do NFL owners and star players engage in non- NFL business together? 14:27 - Scouting & Difference in RB positions 17:34 - Should there be a limit on how long you can brag about a Super Bowl win? 20:15 - Chicago Bears RB room 22:48 - Is Julian Edelman a Hall of Famer? 26:56 - Buffalo Bills HC Sean McDermott 28:08 - Odds for star QBs to ever win a Super Bowl? 30:23 - NFL salary cap 33:04 - NFL Nepotism 36:27 - What John would buy instead of a yacht Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11 LUG 2025 · John is back talking football and opens the show talking about the Chiefs and specifically how Patrick Mahomes is looking physically and if he's put on some weight this offseason. Next, John sticks with KC and talks about Brett Veach's comments on Travis Kelce and if he's justified for being critical of the TE. Next, John talks about Kirk Cousins' comments about how if he had the chance to redo the past he likely would not have signed with Atlanta. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:19 - Mahomes Fat? 11:38 - Brett Veach on Kelce 22:55 - Cousins regrets signing in Atlanta 26:50 - Changes in College football 40:57 - Fugazi Friday 43:01 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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8 LUG 2025 · John is back with a Go Low podcast previewing the Scottish Open and talks about how great of a tournament it is as everyone is getting ready for the final Major of the season. Next, John dives into the relationship between the PGA and LIV and how the two are still very far apart on any type of reunion. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. 5:54 - Scottish Open Preview 25:57 - LIV Preview 29:47 - Mailbag Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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. #VolumeSee https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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3 LUG 2025 · John answers all of your questions from signing second round draft picks to fully guaranteed contracts, owners not wanting to interview for new head coaches, why certain coaches outrank GM's, and much more in this episode's massive mailbag segment. Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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 https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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2 LUG 2025 · John is back with a massive mailbag show as he gets you ready for the holiday weekend. John answers all of your questions from Aaron Rodgers to the NFL salary cap, to which NFL coach might be the most overrated in the NFL. Follow John onhttps://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports, Instagram andhttps://www.youtube.com/@johnmiddlekauff_volume 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 https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former NFL scout John Middlekauff gives his one-of-a-kind perspective on the latest stories in college and pro football.
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