3 & Out - Brendan Sorsby Update, Baker’s Contract Situation, NFL Energy Levels & Mailbag

My friends, my people—hope you’re good, I’m feeling great and we’re talking football today; quick note, recent chats with Andy Reid and Commanders GM Adam Peters were loaded with stories, so check those out and let’s dive in.

What’s my read on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Soresby and the gambling injunction? Betting against your own team is a hard no, but this case is murkier with bets placed through friends and a claim he bet to win, and the bigger headline is how normalized gambling has become while the NCAA’s power has basically evaporated.

How are Big 12 schools reacting, and does this threaten competitive integrity? ADs are furious and even floating boycotts, but I don’t think the sport collapses over this; the fight continues because leagues want a deterrent while courts now draw the line.

What does it mean for scouting and the NIL era? NFL evaluators actually win here because they get a season of tape instead of a messy supplemental scramble, and NIL money lets players lawyer up in ways that totally change eligibility battles.

Where do I land on a Baker Mayfield extension in Tampa? You don’t rush into massive guarantees for a quarterback who swings between top‑ten flashes and middle‑tier play—let the season answer it, then pay if he stacks wins and stays healthy.

How should teams handle injury risk and hold‑ins right now? Hold‑ins make sense when life‑changing money is at stake, and with lighter practices the jump to real contact still spikes injuries once pads come on.

Should the Super Bowl go to the team with the better record? No—it's a yearlong corporate event that needs locked‑in logistics and warm weather or domes, not a last‑minute cold‑weather site.

Do the 49ers need a splash move to match the Rams’ Myles Garrett deal? Slow‑play the reset, hit on draft picks, and strike at the deadline only if the team proves it’s truly in range—Max Crosby isn’t available anyway.

When do coaches squeeze in interviews, and how do teams police the quiet month? OTAs are relaxed so media hits happen around practice, and once players leave you can advise but you can’t babysit grown pros.

Is Mike Vrabel on a short leash in New England? No—after the Belichick hangover, taking them to the Super Bowl in year one buys real equity even if a tough schedule dents the record.

Fourth in Incline Village—boat or beach, and any golf? Rent the boat to dodge packed beaches, grab an early tee time at the Championship Course, and expect prices and crowds to match the views.

Why would Russell Wilson jump to TV now? It’s fewer hours for similar money with more family time, but he’ll need to actually say what he thinks or he’ll disappear into the studio noise.

Thinking about changing fandom from the Colts—who’s worth rooting for? Give Indy another year since they’ve swung hard even if results lag, but if you must stray, pick a smart, aggressive organization that chases titles, not comfort.

How much should a pro golfer defer to his caddie? The player is the boss and owns the swing and the club, so ripping your caddie is a bad look—reset and hit the next shot.

Any advice moving from a small bank to a bigger one? Show up humble, learn the landscape fast, and over‑deliver for the people who matter while you grind to land business.

Who’s on the all‑time dinner list? Give me big personalities and storytellers—think Parcells, Payton, and Campbell—or a Walsh, Montana, Lott table.

What should the Chiefs do with Rashee Rice next offseason? There’s no extension talk while legal issues and suspensions hang over him, so ride the cheap rookie deal and reassess after the season.

Adios—have a great day, see you later.