Former NFL scout John Middlekauff gives his one-of-a-kind perspective on the latest stories in college and pro football.
In this episode, John discusses Trevor Lawrence's recent comments that have some calling his commitment into question, if they're a red flag, the bottom line on Julian Edelman's Hall of Fame case. He…
In this episode, John explains why he has questions about Zach Wilson to the Jets, why he's not buying Mac Jones to the Niners, and some other Draft predictions with two weeks out. He also looks at h…
In this episode, John gives a scout's perspective on pre-draft meetings, building draft boards, and why draft decisions don't necessarily reflect the scouting department's opinions. He also discusses…
In this episode, John dissects all the sides of the Jets trading Sam Darnold to the Panthers for both teams and defends increasingly polarizing Ohio State QB Justin Fields as the NFL Draft approaches…
In this episode, John is coming in hot on a Saturday talking NFL Draft. He explains his scouting philosophy when it comes to defining value, the positions where he sees the most first round value, th…
In this episode, John shares some of his thoughts on the draft, including what he's hearing from his sources around the league and his doubts about BYU's Zach Wilson. He also explains why Robert Kraf…
In this episode, John explains why the hyper-competitive NFC West forced the Niners to take a big swing and move up to the #3 pick, why draft QB intangibles matter so much, why pro days are more impo…
In this episode, John reacts to the Niners trading up with the Dolphins to the #3 pick, which QB they should draft with the pick, how the Dolphins should use their haul of picks over the next several…
In this episode, John looks at Washington Owner Daniel Snyder attempting to take total control over the WFT, why the corona year has helped make the NFL players' case against OTA's, and why Andy "QB1…
In this episode, John explains why the NFL fans are driving the insane money behind the league's new TV deal, what's behind the Patriots atypical free agent spending spree, why the Colts unified coac…
In this episode, John looks at the Bears and Seahawks failing to get the big deal done for Russell Wilson, why a crowded free agent wide receiver market is making it harder for pass catchers to fetch…
In this episode, John dives into the free agency frenzy by looking at Bill Belichick aggressive start to free agency, why the NFL needs the Bill to be relevant, what this year's free agency spending …
In this episode, John explains why it's clear Jon Gruden has no idea how to build a team, what Dak Prescott's new contract limits the Cowboys chances to win a Super Bowl, why Tom Brady continues to m…
In this episode, John reacts to the Cowboys and Dak Prescott finally coming to terms on a long term deal and explains why he doesn't think Dak is worth top QB money. He also looks at the challenges f…
In this episode, John explains why the Russell Wilson/Seahawks divorce seems more inevitable every day, why Big Ben returning to Pittsburgh on a discount was his only option, what red flags he would …
In this episode, John looks at JJ Watt signing with the Cardinals and why he thinks they overpaid, why Washington doesn't deserve blame for parting ways with Alex Smith, why Russell Wilson doesn't ha…
In this episode, John discusses the fallout from Russell Wilson's emerging power struggle with Pete Carroll over the direction of the franchise, why the price for the NFL TV deal is going to keep get…
In this episode, John discusses why Carson Wentz has zero excuses after forcing a trade to the Colts, why David Tepper's billions can't solve his QB problems, if Mac Jones is a better NFL prospect th…
In this episode, John discusses the massive "dead cap" hit the Eagles are taking by dealing Carson Wentz to the Colts, and why Philly is willing to take the hit. He also has an extended conversation …
In this episode, John looks at how the Patriots famous "culture" has taken a hit with Brady winning in Tampa, why JJ Watt should give the Bucs a look, the pros and cons of of Sam Darnold for the Jets…