3 & Out - Best of The Week: Colts Fire Ballard, NFL Week 7 Primer

This week on the podcast John reacted to the Colts firing their GM Chris Ballard, should the NFL be playing in France this weekend, and what are the best games to watch this weekend. 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.

Alexander Volkanovski IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Show, this time as part of the DC Interview series ahead of his MASSIVE TITLE FIGHT against the undefeated Movsar Evloev, who is now 10-0 in the UFC and 20-0 in his career! Volk speaks on the UFC 333 title fight in Abu Dhabi, and why he feels ZERO pressure ahead of his fight against the puzzle that is Movsar Evloev. DC and Volk also talk about the rumors that he will bring on Islam Makhachev sometime soon for his Cooking With Volk series on YouTube, and why Cormier and Volkanovski need to collaborate on an episode soon. Plus, don't miss Volk reflect on his loss to Makhachev last time he was in Abu Dhabi, his strategy for FINISHING Evloev in the main event, and his latest acting gig in the new movie Street Fighter! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Wright is back with NFL Week 7 predictions and a $21 MILLION survivor pool on the line! Nick discusses his survivor pool chances before the guys recap Week 6 and look ahead to the games they’re staying away from - including Jordan Love's Green Bay Packers taking on Jared Goff's Detroit Lions, Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals taking on the Baltimore Ravens, Matthew Stafford's Los Angeles Rams looking to save their season against the Las Vegas Raiders, and more! Then, Nick shares his picks for the week featuring Patrick Mahomes and his 5-0 Kansas City Chiefs taking on Sam Darnold's Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football, Brock Purdy's San Francisco 49ers heading to Atlanta to play the Falcons, Dak Prescott's Dallas Cowboys vs. the Jalen Hurts-less Philadelphia Eagles, and more! Later, Nick makes his Touchdown Genie prediction, Damonza delivers his teaser, and the guys close things out with The Offer from the producers! #Volume 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd tells us why Caleb Williams is even more impressive in person than he is on TV after attending Bears/Patriots and why Drake Maye has turned into a one-man band in NE.  He explained why LeBron and the Sixers epic comeback vs the Cavs showed exactly why he went to PhiladelphiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin gives his Blazing 5 Picks for the weekend Danny Parkins on Caleb’s big win over the Pats on TNF, and broke down the huge SNF matchup between the Chiefs and SeahawksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former MLB Manager Joe Maddon stops by The Herd to talk about the World Series, his time managing the Cubs & the Rays, and more Tomorrow's Headlines Today with Jason McIntryreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd tells us why Caleb Williams is even more impressive in person than he is on TV after attending Bears/Patriots and why Drake Maye has turned into a one-man band in NE.  He explained why LeBron and the Sixers epic comeback vs the Cavs showed exactly why he went to Philadelphia Danny Parkins on Caleb’s big win over the Pats on TNF, and broke down the huge SNF matchup between the Chiefs and SeahawksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, reacting to Thursday Night Football and looking ahead to a full slate of NFL action this weekend. John breaks down the biggest takeaways from Thursday Night Football, analyzing the key performances, coaching decisions, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. Then it's time for the NFL Sunday 4-Box, as John highlights four must-watch matchups from Sunday's morning games. He also breaks down the best NFL afternoon games, identifying the matchups with the biggest storylines, playoff implications, and potential for entertaining football. John shares his NFL weekend predictions, picking winners and explaining which teams he expects to come out on top. Which favorites will deliver, and where could the biggest upsets happen? The show wraps up with the Middlekauff Mailbag, where John answers listener questions about the NFL, quarterbacks, coaching decisions, team outlooks, and the biggest stories around football. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, weekly predictions, NFL Sunday previews, the 4-Box, quarterback analysis, and expert insight into the biggest stories across 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.

Former NFL stars Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette react on 4th & South to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts being shut down for the season after his blood clots reached his lungs, and the guys get REAL about why the NFL’s international schedule deserves just as much blame as the Eagles’ medical staff. Leonard has a message for Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams and sounds off on the New York Giants releasing Najee Harris. The guys also break down Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady calling out James Cook. Plus: Indianapolis Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s sideline note-taking, Troy Aikman’s contract standoff with ESPN, how the Rams should replace Davante Adams, the most CHILDISH locker room fights they’ve ever been in, and why LSU vs. Auburn is personal for both of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Wright reacts to opening night in the NBA including LeBron James' new-look Philadelphia 76ers taking down Jalen Brunson and the defending-champion New York Knicks, Victor Wembanyama's tough night in the San Antonio Spurs' loss to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Luka Doncic's Los Angeles Lakers blowing out Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Then, Nick previews Week 7 of the NFL season, starting with his Kansas City Chiefs taking on the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the expectations for Kenneth Walker in his return to the Pacific Northwest. Then, Nick debates who will have the better career between Caleb Williams and Drake Maye ahead of Thursday Night Football between the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots. Later, Nick discusses the impact of Lamar Jackson’s absence on the Baltimore Ravens, if J.J. McCarthy will succeed with the New York Giants, and who will win the NFC North. Finally, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #Volume 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.