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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the Bills hiring Joe Brady as the team's new Head Coach and talks about why this hiring was very bold for the Bills and how it could have an impact on Josh Allen's career. Next, he talks about Brian Daboll getting hired as the OC on Robert Saleh's staff. Later, John discusses Bill Belichick not getting elected into the Hall Of Fame on the first ballot and how that is an embarrassment for the NFL. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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 omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.  Nick Wright recaps the the AFC and NFC Championship Games, starting with Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks sending Mathew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams packing. Then, Nick breaks down where the Denver Broncos went wrong against the New England Patriots, and what Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel will accomplish in the AFC for years to come. Later, Nick reacts to the Buffalo Bills hiring Joe Brady as their next head coach... is this the right move for Josh Allen and Buffalo's Super Bowl chances? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let the action begin! Super Bowl LX is officially set as the New England Patriots face the favored Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara in the culmination of the 2026 NFL playoffs. Chad Millman and Simon Hunter dive into all the angles in an episode sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/SHARPORSQUARE and use code SHARPORSQUARE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Together our hosts discuss their initial thoughts on the game, as potential NFL MVP Drake Maye looks to make history with his underdog Patriots. But Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold has other plans, as most prognostications now forecast a Seahawks championship. Wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has taken center stage these playoffs, becoming one of the most dangerous scoring weapons in the NFL. Will Maye and running back Rhamondre Stevenson be enough, alongside Patriots pass catchers like Stefon Diggs and Hunter Henry? And who will prove the victor in a coaching matchup of defensive geniuses Mike Macdonald and Mike Vrabel? Chad and Simon discuss the spread, the total, some select game props for Super Bowl LX along with their picks for the best 2027 NFL longshots now available in betting markets nationwide. #Volume -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet  Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting 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.

Colin Cowherd reacts to breaking news in the NFL – the Bills are making OC Joe Brady their new head coach. Colin explains why Brady is a fine choice but not the coach they need to finally win a Super Bowl with QB Josh Allen.  He points out Sam Darnold has been a top QB for years now despite the criticisms that he “can’t win big games”.  Plus, Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show questioning the Bills decision to make Joe Brady their head coach and breaking down the Seahawks-Patriots match up in Super Bowl LX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin comments on the Steelers press conference announcing Mike McCarthy as their new head coach and why McCarthy may win some fans over He talks to former NFL QB Robert Griffin III about Sam Darnold's career so far, Mike McCarthy being hired as the Steelers next head coach, the costly mistakes made in the AFC/NFC Championship games and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Wright from First Things First joins the show questioning the Bills decision to make Joe Brady their head coach and breaking down the Seahawks-Patriots match up in Super Bowl LX Nothing wrong with hiring an older NFL coach IF that coach can think "young"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to breaking news in the NFL – the Bills are making OC Joe Brady their new head coach He points out Sam Darnold has been a top QB for years now despite the criticisms that he “can’t win big games” Colin also talks about why we give coaches like Sean McVay a pass but not for Sean PaytonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff dives into the emergence of Sam Darnold with the Seahawks and how the Vikings made a huge mistake by letting him leave after last season. Next, John discusses the mistake that the Titans made by firing Mike Vrabel and how lucky the Patriots got by him being available and hiring him. Finally, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on https://nicokick.com/zone for 20% off at checkout! 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 omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary J. Blige joins Fat Joe and Jadakiss for their FIRST show on Netflix! The Queen of R&B tells Joe and Jada about her "Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story" residency in Las Vegas, why she isn't sorry about being happy, the funny way she wound up on "Can't Knock The Hustle" on Jay-Z's debut album 'Reasonable Doubt,' the reason she considers Jadakiss, Styles P, and Fabolous to be her family, and the story behind making "Family Affair" with Dr. Dre. 7:00 - The "My Life, My Story" residency 18:00 - Do the women at Mary's shows "hate men"? 34:00 - Mary's biggest hip hop influences 48:00 - How Mary wound up on 'Reasonable Doubt' 53:00 - Story behind "Family Affair" with Dr. Dre 58:00 - Mary considers Jada & Fabolous family 1:01:30 - The movie Fat Joe & Mary did together [Timestamps may vary due to advertisements.] All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is OFFICIALLY BACK with the DC Interview show, and we kick off 2026 with none other than the UFC's top lightweight contender, Arman Tsarukyan! DC and Arman get into the controversy behind his back injury and dropping out of the Islam Makhachev fight, his incident with a fan, and the headbutt in his faceoff with Dan Hooker. Cormier and Tsarukyan also talk about his crazy rise to the top of the sport and why he had dreams of playing hockey for a living until he was 17 years old! DC and Arman also get into his problem with Ilia Topuria and why he believes he won't fight him. And don't miss Tsarukyan's message to Dana White and the UFC! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.