3 And Out With John Middlekauff

Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down the final week of the NFL season. They start with the observation that the extended 17 game season has resulted in some terrible games featuring a ton of backup quarterbacks  in the final week of the NFL season (2:45). They preview the playoff field starting with the Patriots hosting the Chargers and they both agree the Chargers are a very live underdog that could upset the #2 seed Pats. Colin argues that he likes the Jaguars to win as a home underdog against the Bills and they agree the Jags can absolutely make it to the Super Bowl (11:15).  Colin predicts the Texans will be the winner in the Wild Card round regardless of whether they face the Ravens or Steelers and they both believe the Texans are the team nobody wants to play (13:15). They discuss whether the bye will be advantageous for the Broncos, but highlight that the collegiate atmosphere at Mile High Stadium is a massive home field advantage compared to othe