Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the NFL Draft!

They start with the Jaguars giving up WAY too much to draft Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and believe unless he is a two-way pro bowler… the move isn’t worth it. They debate whether Cleveland reached for DT Mason Graham at #5 and believe there’s a real chance the Jags pick they received could be a top 6 pick.

They react to the Raiders selecting RB Ashton Jeanty at #6 and point out that Geno Smith has played very well with a solid run game and play action, but John adds the caveat that Jeanty played against subpar competition in college.

They laud the Jets for passing on skill players to invest in their offensive line, and worry the Panthers selection of T-Mac at wide receiver is risky since he struggled with separation in college. They argue that few 2nd year quarterbacks in the history of the game have had more weapons to work with than Caleb Williams after the Bear drafted TE Colston Loveland at #10.

They agree that the Cowboys were smart to bolster the offensive line by drafting Tyler Booker after Zach Martin retired, and express concern with the Dolphins pick of Kenneth Grant.

Colin gives kudos to Colts GM Chris Ballard for staying patient and drafting Tyler Warren at #14, believes Warren could be one of the steals of the draft. They point out that high character led to Emeka Egbuka moving up draft boards to land at #19 with the Buccaneers and that Baker Mayfield will now be working with a stacked offense.

They react to the surprise pick of the Broncos passing on offensive skill players to draft Texas CB Jahdae Barron and John explains why teams have put a premium on slot corners.

They discuss Shedeur Sanders making it past the Steelers at #21 and they predict he could fall out of the first round entirely and Colin argues the last 10 picks of the round are more interesting than the first ten.

The project that the Titans and Raiders will be the two teams that gain the most offensive juice, and Colin argues that the pick of Omarion Hampton makes the Chargers a “Jim Harbaugh football team”

They talk about the massive crowd in attendance for the draft in Green Bay, why it’s one of the best sports cities in America despite its small size, and why the Packers drafting WR Matthew Golden is in response to injuries to Christian Watson. Colin argues the Commanders draft position puts them with a group of teams with far better rosters.

They debate whether the Giants trading up to #25 to grab QB Jaxson Dart was a huge reach, and were SHOCKED the Falcons traded a future 1st to draft James Pierce Jr. They discuss the resurgence in the value of safeties after the Ravens draft S Malaki Starks from Georgia

They point to the later teams selecting for need, including the Lions selecting a defensive tackle as a product of the slew of injuries they suffered on defense in 2024, and the Commanders beefing up their offensive line to protect Jayden Daniels.

Colin expresses his surprise that Shedeur Sanders fell out of the first round in a quarterback needy league, and they look at potential landing spots for the Colorado star and marvel at the number of picks made from schools in the SEC and Big Ten.

Timeline

0:00 Start

0:15 Jags gave up WAY too much to Cleveland to draft Travis Hunter*

3:30 Did Browns reach for Mason Graham at #5

5:45 Jags pick next year could be top 6

7:00 - Geno Smith is pretty good with a run game, now he has Ashton Jeanty

9:45 - Jets smart to pass on skill guys and focus on their offensive line

12:15 Panthers selecting T-Mac feels risky

15:45 Bears are surrounding Caleb Williams with talent, draft TE Colston Loveland*

20:30 49ers took the best player available with Mykel Williams

23:00 Cowboys were smart to draft Tyler Bo

C&R pause NFL Draft coverage, as Rich shares a dog on his "nature strip" problem! They talk 5-year old's & a core Cam Ward memory! Carson, the son of Giants GM, who wanted Jayden Daniels, is back! Who does he want this year? 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS,' is in honor of the draft process, your worst job interviews! The crew have funny stories & share audio from C&R, with a potential boss. Plus, there is Jags on Raiders crime, Danny G. hopes it won't be another Penix Jr. situation!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich have fun with their Old-School topic of the week! In honor of the draft process, they talk your worst job interviews! The crew have funny stories & share audio from C&R, with a potential boss. There is Jags on Raiders crime, Danny G. hopes it won't be another Penix Jr. situation. Plus, G.M.'s/bosses have a tough job!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R celebrate NFL Draft Day with you! Quick pause from the coverage though, Rich shares a dog on his "nature strip" problem. They talk 5-year old's & a core Cam Ward memory! Carson, the son of Giants GM, who wanted Jayden Daniels, is back! Who does he want this year.. will he go 2 for 2? Plus, 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS!'

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL reporter Dianna Russini joins The Herd to talk about NFL rumors before the draft, and what to expect in the first round.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He releases his final mock draft with an NFC contender making a surprising trade.

Plus, Fox Sports college football analyst joins the show live from the NFL draft in Green Bay to react to Colin's mock and explain why Shedeur Sanders fits with the Steelers

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin has bad news for the Warriors after Jimmy Butler's injury and why they will struggle against the Rockets if Butler misses extended time

More thoughts on why Shedeur Sanders is getting a lot of criticism before the NFL Draft

The Celtics seem to be doing fine without Jayson Tatum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin has bad news for the Warriors after Jimmy Butler's injury and why they will struggle against the Rockets if Butler misses extended time. He releases his final mock draft with an NFC contender making a surprising trade. Plus, Fox Sports college football analyst joins the show live from the NFL draft in Green Bay to react to Colin's mock draft and explain why Shedeur Sanders fits with the Steelers. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Draft Day and John dives into what the mindset of GM's and head coaches are heading into the draft. John talks about how this draft seems to not have the talent as other drafts may have had and how that changes how teams approach their picks. John also talks about the pressure from a player standpoint as they wait to hear their name called and how it can mess with your head if you slip in the draft. Next, John talks about some of the stories that he finds the most interesting heading into the draft.

Lastly, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segments.

4:54 - The Draft

22:48 - Interesting stories heading into the draft

28:57 - Microsoft

36:09 - Mailbag

Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube 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 #Herd

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.