THE HERD - HOUR 1 - BREAKING NEWS: BEARS MAKE A HUGE TRADE!

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, delivering instant reaction to Thursday Night Football as Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers defeat Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers. John breaks down the biggest takeaways from the game, Love's performance, what went wrong for Carolina, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. John then looks ahead to NFL Week 8, making his predictions and breaking down some of the biggest matchups on the schedule, including Colts vs. Jaguars, Browns vs. Steelers, and Vikings vs. Lions. Which teams are positioned for big wins, and where could we see an upset? Plus, John dives into the reported blockbuster trade between the Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears, discussing the potential impact on both franchises and what the move means for their futures. The show wraps up with the NFL Week 8 Mailbag, as John answers listener questions about quarterbacks, coaching decisions, trades, contenders, and the biggest storylines around the league. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL game reactions, instant analysis, weekly predictions, Thursday Night Football breakdowns, trade discussion, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. 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.

Nick Wright breaks down the biggest NFL Week 8 storylines, starting with Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs’ rematch against the Denver Broncos. Who has the edge in the AFC West showdown? Then, will Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears’ offense solve the Seattle Seahawks’ defense? Finally, Nick previews Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens taking on Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in a battle of AFC heavyweights. Get Nick’s takes on the matchups, quarterback battles, and biggest questions heading into Week 8 on What’s Wright with Nick Wright. #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.

NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter narrow down their picks in our FREE $25,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest. The action kicks off with our SHARP CALLS segment, as Simon hears from his fellow professional bettors. Plus, we get our Brass Balls Trade of the Week presented by Polymarket. We also get Geno Smith and the New York Jets squaring off against either Fernando Mendoza or Kirk Cousins as the Las Vegas Raiders make their decision at quarterback. Next, we've got Michael Penix and the Atlanta Falcons facing Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a NFC South affair. The action continues with the favored Dallas Cowboys led by Dak Prescott, who host Jacoby Brissett and the Arizona Cardinals. Plus, we've got Deshaun Watson and the surging Cleveland Browns looking to upset Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Can Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears stay hot against Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football? Today's gambling audience also hears the latest on the sagging Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes, who are looking for a win against AFC West rival Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos. Will the Philadelphia Eagles come back to life against Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders? And will the mighty Buffalo Bills cover against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens? We've also got Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions against Kyler Murray and the Minnesota Vikings, and Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals facing the dreadful Tennessee Titans. The Indianapolis Colts are quickly trading some of their best players, but will they rebound against Trevor Lawrence and the ferocious Jacksonville Jaguars? And can the Los Angeles Chargers win a single game this season? Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams hope not! And don't forget about Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers hosting Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers Thursday night! All the sharpest picks and predictions as NFL Week 8 heats up! #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:14:00 - SHARP CALLS 0:17:30 - CAROLINA PANTHERS AT GREEN BAY PACKERS 0:24:45 - ARIZONA CARDINALS AT DALLAS COWBOYS 0:30:00 - MINNESOTA VIKINGS AT DETROIT LIONS 0:36:00 - ATLANTA FALCONS AT TAMPA BAY BUCS 0:39:50 - LAS VEGAS RAIDERS AT NEW YORK JETS 0:49:30 - CLEVELAND BROWNS AT PITTSBURGH STEELERS 0:54:30 - BALTIMORE RAVENS AT BUFFALO BILLS 0:58:00 - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS AT LOS ANGELES RAMS 1:02:00 - KANSAS CITY CHIEFS AT DENVER BRONCOS 1:07:00 - CHICAGO BEARS AT SEATTLE SEAHAWKS 1:15:00 - NFL WEEK 8 PARLAYS 1:18:00 - NFL WEEK 8 SURVIVOR POOL PICKS  And follow this link to join our SQUAD on Polymarket -- Subscribe to Sharp or Square for sports trading advice and predictions from experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 33 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys react to the Milwaukee Brewers WINNING the World Series over the Tampa Bay Rays. The Brewers won their first championship in franchise history by winning 4-1 tonight, and closing out the series in 5 games. The guys react to William Contreras winning World Series MVP, and how important he has been to the team. The guys then answer fan mailbag questions about winning the World Series themselves, what it’s like to celebrate in an opposing city instead of your own, and Rizzo’s famous “horns up” celebration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to BREAKING NFL NEWS: The Bears acquire 4-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons in exchange for 2-first round picks. Colin loves this move and believes the Bears are among the top 3 teams who can win the Super Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to breakdown how the Seahawks defense stifled the Chiefs offense. More on the Bears trading 2 first round picks for Jeffery SimmonsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to former Boise State head coach Chris Petersen about NIL, the college football playoff expanding, USC vs Ohio State, and more. He also compares NFL QBs to iconic Halloween Villains.    Guest: Chris PetersenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to BREAKING NFL NEWS: The Bears acquire 4-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons in exchange for 2-first round picks. Colin loves this move and believes the Bears are among the top 3 teams who can win the Super Bowl. Greg Cosell from NFL Films joins the show to breakdown how the Seahawks defense stifled the Chiefs offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL stars and LSU legends Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette react to the Indianapolis Colts’ fire sale after Quenton Nelson was shipped to the Seattle Seahawks and DeForest Buckner went back to the San Francisco 49ers, and now Josh Downs wants out too. Jarvis says it’s time to burn it down in Indy and opens up about the Miami Dolphins trading him to the Cleveland Browns, while the guys debate what Jonathan Taylor is worth on the trade market. Plus, Lenny gets the inside word from Geno Smith on Garrett Wilson’s sideline moment with the New York Jets, and Jarvis has a message for Brian Thomas Jr. and the Jacksonville Jaguars. In their NFL Week 8 predictions, the guys go back and forth on when the Las Vegas Raiders should turn to Fernando Mendoza over Kirk Cousins, Jarvis makes his case for Deshaun Watson as Comeback Player of the Year ahead of Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, and they break down Lamar Jackson’s return for the Baltimore Ravens against the Buffalo Bills, Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers against Kevin Stefanski’s Atlanta Falcons, and the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos. The guys also make their Polymarket pick for New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins, each name a team that’s missing the playoffs, react to the Jay-Z Super Bowl LXI halftime news, and Lenny sets the record straight on a viral Roc Nation photo before they wrap with the college football Heisman race and LSU’s season-defining stretch against Alabama.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff is back with another episode of 3 & Out, breaking down Thursday Night Football, the biggest NFL headlines, and the latest dysfunction around the league. John previews Panthers vs. Packers on Thursday Night Football, breaking down the matchup, key players, and what to watch as Green Bay looks to take care of business against Carolina. What are the biggest keys to the game, and can the Panthers pull off an upset? John also dives into why the Indianapolis Colts GM job is one of the toughest positions in the NFL, examining the challenges of roster construction, expectations, and building a consistent contender. Plus, he discusses the Philadelphia Eagles' dysfunction, looking at the issues surrounding the defending NFC power and whether the organization can get things back on track. Finally, John answers your questions in the NFL Week 8 Mailbag, tackling the biggest debates around the league, including quarterbacks, coaching decisions, front-office moves, contenders, and teams that are falling short of expectations. Subscribe to 3 & Out with John Middlekauff for NFL previews, game reactions, quarterback analysis, coaching and front-office insight, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in football. 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.