NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov

Ari Meirov is back with the 19th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with CHGO Bears reporter Adam Hoge lending his expertise and insight on the Chicago Bears. Adam explains how Ben Johnson has set the culture for the young team, whether Caleb Williams is ready to take the next step in his development, and what concerns him most about the defense. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:56 - Show Intro & Ben Johnson Era 04:29 - Ben Johnson's Coaching Style 08:12 - Caleb Williams' Development 12:08 - 70% Completion Benchmark 14:33 - Colston Loveland's Mismatch Role 17:30 - Wide Receiver Room 21:24 - Center Position 24:59 - Left Tackle Battle 28:25 - Secondary Injuries & Defensive Concerns 31:43 - FanDuel Ad Break & Host Analysis 36:24 - Trade Rumors 39:19 - Defining 2026 Success ------------------- Baseball fans! Think you know who's hitting a homer today? Well FanDuel.com is giving you a free chance to call your shot with Daily Dingers. Joining the action is easy: Just make your free pick on who's hitting a Home Run in their game, and if you're right, you'll get a Profit Boost to use on your next bet for a chance at extra winnings. You've got nothing to lose and A LOT to gain. And don't forget, you can make a free pick every day during the MLB season. It's just another reason why FanDuel.com is the home for home runs. 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. No purchase necessary. Opt in req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply, including any token expiration and max wager amount. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 Louisiana. --------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #bears #chicagobears #calebwilliams #bearsfootball #benjohnson #romeodunze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 18th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Charlotte Observer reporter Alex Zietlow lending his expertise on the Carolina Panthers. Alex explains the pressure Bryce Young is feeling to earn a contract extension this season, why Chuba Hubbard is RB1, and what success looks like for the Panthers this year. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:24 - Show Intro & Panthers Optimism 04:15 - Organizational Calmness & Stability 07:37 - Dave Canales & Brad Idzik Play-Calling Shift 12:01 - Bryce Young's Make-or-Break Year 4 15:24 - Wide Receiver Depth & Chris Brazzell Injury 18:42 - Darren Waller Addition & Tight End Room 21:53 - Chuba Hubbard & Running Back Rotation 27:07 - Offensive Line Overhaul & Injuries 32:17 - Devin Lloyd & Jalen Phillips Impact 35:57 - Defense Outlook & Secondary Depth 39:25 - Defining 2026 Season Success NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Panthers #carolinapanthers #BryceYoung #ChubaHubbard #tetairoamcmillan #NFL #Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 17th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Washington Post Reporter Tashan Reed offering his expertise on the Washington Commanders and their season outlook. Tashan dives into Jayden Daniels' mindset entering the season, how the RB room is looking, and whether the playoffs is enough for the team this season. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:41 - Commanders Vibes 02:19 - Coaching Staff Changes 04:59 - Offense Overhaul & Practice Intensity 07:09 - Jayden Daniels Protecting Himself 08:37 - Off-Field Distractions & LSU Lawsuit 09:34 - Jayden Daniels Chip On Shoulder? 10:50 - Stefon Diggs & Terry McLaurin Duo 13:13 - Ben Sinnott & Tight End Depth 15:06 - Laremy Tunsil Injury Impact 17:53 - Center Position & Offensive Line 19:11 - Backfield Committee Approach 20:53 - Daronte Jones Defense Shift 24:01 - Sonny Styles Impact & Role 26:31 - Pass Rush Depth 28:39 - Secondary Depth 31:49 - Kicker Situation 34:31 - 2026 Season Expectations NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Commanders #httc #JaydenDaniels #washingtoncommanders #terrymclaurin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 16th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Cheesehead TV founder Aaron Nagler offering his expertise on the Green Bay Packers. Aaron discusses what pressure Matt LaFleur is under this season, whether or not Jordan Love will be allowed to "cook" and why fewer wide receivers could be a great thing for the team. 00:00 - Cold Open 01:28 - Moving Past Last Season's Playoff Loss |02:21 - Matt LaFleur Under Pressure? 04:16 - Offensive Identity & Passing Game Shift 06:24 - Jordan Love QB Tier 09:11 - Tucker Kraft's All-Pro Impact & Health 12:10 - Tucker Kraft Contract Extension Outlook 13:29 - Offensive Line Depth 16:19 - Josh Jacobs 19:41 - Streamlined Wide Receiver Group & Skyy Moore 23:21 - Defensive Scheme & Aggressive Pressure Looks 27:02 - Big Year for Lukas Van Ness 30:04 - Interior Defensive Line 32:15 - Secondary Competition & Cornerback Depth 34:33 - Happy with Kicker? 36:51 - Ben Johnson Rivalry NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Packers #gopackgo #jordanlove #NFL #Football #mattlafleur #micahparsons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 15th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with former NFL DT and current Houston radio host/analyst Seth Payne lending his expertise on his former team, the Texans! Seth explains where C.J. Stroud's head is at amid contract hopes and a poor end to 2025, how Tank Dell is looking in his return to the field, and how far can the Texans defense really take them? 00:00 - Cold Open 00:59 - Texans Offseason Focus 03:45 - David Montgomery Trade 06:50 - C.J. Stroud's Playoff Growth & Mindset 09:35 - C.J. Stroud's Contract Extension Outlook 11:58 - Extension Dilemma: Pay Now vs. Wait 14:50 - Rookie Keylan Rutledge's Rapid Rise 17:25 - Offensive Line Continuity & Year 2 Improvement 20:35 - Tank Dell's Rehab & Return Timeline 22:35 - 13 Personnel & Rookie Marlon Klein 26:38 - Elite Defense Standard & Reed Blankenship 28:58 - Danielle Hunter & Will Anderson Jr. 33:20 - Sheldon Rankins' Veteran Leadership 35:55 - Kamari Lassiter & Secondary Strengths 38:38 - Defining 2026 Season Success NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #texans #cjstroud #houstontexans #nfl #fantasyfootball #nicocollins #willanderson #derekstingley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 14th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with analyst Nick Harris on the ... drama free (!?) Dallas Cowboys! Nick explains what pressure is on Dak Prescott to win this year, breaks down the Micah Parsons trade return 1 year later, and what success for the Cowboys is in 2026. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:58 - Quiet & Drama-Free Cowboys Training Camp 02:01 - Micah Parsons Trade Return 1 Year Later 04:02 - Brian Schottenheimer's Growth in Year 2 06:02 - Dak Prescott Pressure 08:04 - George Pickens' Impact & Maturity 10:32 - George Pickens' Contract & Training Camp Dominance 12:25 - CeeDee Lamb's Expectations 13:52 - Ryan Flournoy & Wide Receiver Depth Competition 16:19 - Javonte Williams & Backfield Workload 19:33 - Offensive Line Outlook 22:18 - FanDuel Ad Break & Playoff Odds 26:48 - Christian Parker's Defensive Scheme & Teaching Style 29:09 - Caleb Downs' Instant Starting Role & Versatility 31:11 - Rebuilding the Pass Rush & Interior D-Line Dominance 33:37 - DeMarvion Overshown & Shavon Revel Outlook 37:28 - Jalen Thompson's Leadership & Safety Fit 38:54 - 2026 Season Expectations & NFC East Race ------------------- Baseball fans! Think you know who's hitting a homer today? Well FanDuel.com is giving you a free chance to call your shot with Daily Dingers. Joining the action is easy: Just make your free pick on who's hitting a Home Run in their game, and if you're right, you'll get a Profit Boost to use on your next bet for a chance at extra winnings. You've got nothing to lose and A LOT to gain. And don't forget, you can make a free pick every day during the MLB season. It's just another reason why FanDuel.com is the home for home runs. 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. No purchase necessary. Opt in req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply, including any token expiration and max wager amount. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 Louisiana. --------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Cowboys #cowboysnation #dallascowboys #Dak #dakprescott #ceedeelamb #georgepickens #micahparsons #jerryjones #nfl #football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 13th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with reporter Matt Parrino lending his expertise on the Buffalo Bills. Matt dives into what pressure is on Joe Brady in his 1st season as head coach, how different the defense could look this season and whether James Cook will see as heavy a workload as he did in 2025. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:50 - Show Intro & New Regime Expectations 03:39 - Jim Leonhard & Unlocking Defensive Potential 06:29 - C.J. Gardner-Johnson & Adding Defensive Edge 08:39 - Joe Brady's Practice Approach & Health Focus 11:22 - Expectations & Pressure on Joe Brady 14:23 - DJ Moore Addition & Chemistry with Josh Allen 17:52 - Keon Coleman's Year 2 Development 21:00 - James Cook's Role & Backfield Rotation 23:32 - Dalton Kincaid's Make-or-Break Year 24:57 - Jim Leonhard's Defensive Scheme Shift 28:33 - Improving Run Defense 31:18 - Defensive Line 33:00 - Tyler Bass & Special Teams Outlook NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Bills #preseason #NFL #Football #joshallen #jamescook #djmoore #schedule Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 12th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with reporter Matt Maiocco lending his expertise on the San Francisco 49ers. Matt explains why the Niners injuries being connected to the electrical substation doesn't quite add up, when we may see George Kittle play, and why the 49ers travel schedule is insane. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:59 - 49ers Camp Overview 02:19 - Practice Facility Substation Injury Rumors 05:58 - Free Agent & Player Perception of the Facility 07:55 - Mike Evans' Fit & Impact on the Offense 10:50 - Rookie Receiver Camp Impressions 15:45 - Managing McCaffrey's Workload & Kalen Black 19:09 - Offensive Line Continuity & Trent Williams 22:14 - Raheem Morris's Defensive Scheme & Coverage Changes 27:00 - Osa Odighizuwa Trade & Interior Pass Rush 28:46 - Dre Greenlaw's Return & Linebacker Leadership 31:19 - Melbourne Australia Opener & Travel Logistics 36:17 - NFC West Division Race & Super Bowl Expectations NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 11th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with reporter Rich Cimini offering his expertise on the New York Jets. Rich explains why 2026 could be weird for the Jets who seemingly want a top pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, but have a head coach who needs to win now. He discusses what Breece Hall's role will look like this season, and what 2nd overall pick David Bailey has shown so far. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:54 - Jets Grand Plan 02:39 - Aaron Glenn's Growth & Coaching Shift 04:44 - Frank Reich's Offensive Scheme 06:10 - Breece Hall & Running Back Rotation 07:59 - Breece Hall's Passing Game Usage 09:37 - Geno Smith's Return to the Jets 12:02 - Offensive Line & Armand Membou 13:36 - Garrett Wilson & Geno Smith Chemistry 15:12 - AD Mitchell's Breakout Potential 16:14 - Omar Cooper Jr. & Wide Receiver Depth 19:21 - Tight End Room & Kenyon Sadiq 21:18 - Drafting David Bailey 23:05 - Pass Rush & Edge Group 26:21 - T'Vondre Sweat Trade Breakdown 27:51 - Demario Davis & Veteran Leadership 31:14 - Secondary Breakdown & Minkah Fitzpatrick 33:06 - Cade Klubnik Development 35:00 - Aaron Glenn's 2026 Job Security 37:16 - Show Wrap-up NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with another special Spotlight Guest of the Week and this time we are lucky to have Jets Special Teams Coordinator and one of the fastest ascending coaches in the entire NFL, Chris Banjo join us! Chris explains how he went from going undrafted, to working a 9-5, to playing a full decade in the league. He shares how Sean Payton first asked him to join his staff with the Broncos and his quick jump to running his own unit with the Jets. 00:00 - Cold Open 02:11 - Interview begins 03:09 - Getting into football 04:33 - Going Undrafted/9-5 Job 07:39 Special Teams Career 09:10 - Saints Culture 11:13 - 2018 NFC Championship No-Call 13:50 - Larry Fitzgerald & Drew Brees 15:43 - Hired by Sean Oayton 20:15 - FanDuel/DROY Odds 25:04 -Going from player to coach 26:47 - Hired by Jets 28:06 - Isaiah Williams' impact 29:40 - Approach to teaching special teams 32:22 - Why is special teams overlooked? 33:29 - Who deserves a spotlight? ------------------- Baseball fans! Think you know who's hitting a homer today? Well FanDuel.com is giving you a free chance to call your shot with Daily Dingers. Joining the action is easy: Just make your free pick on who's hitting a Home Run in their game, and if you're right, you'll get a Profit Boost to use on your next bet for a chance at extra winnings. You've got nothing to lose and A LOT to gain. And don't forget, you can make a free pick every day during the MLB season. It's just another reason why FanDuel.com is the home for home runs. 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. No purchase necessary. Opt in req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply, including any token expiration and max wager amount. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 Louisiana. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 10th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with analyst Joe Goodberry offering his expertise on the Cincinnati Bengals. Joe dives into the splash move of Cincy adding star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to their D, whether the Bengals have a shot at the playoffs if Joe Burrow were to get hurt, and how Chase Brown will be utilized this season. 00:00 - Cold open 00:25 - Show Introduction 01:36 - Zac Taylor & Offseason Reset 02:35 - Dexter Lawrence Blockbuster Trade 06:12 - Pressure on Coaching & Front Office 08:19 - Defense's Scrappy Training Camp Energy 11:10 - Joe Burrow's Health & Mindset 14:11 - Offensive Line Continuity 16:36 - Chase Brown's Role/Contract 20:35 - Chase, Higgins & WR3 21:52 - Dexter Lawrence Dominating Camp 23:06 - Defensive Line & Edge Depth 27:26 - Linebacker Room Year 2 Leap 29:26 - DJ Turner's Breakout 31:38 - Which DB gets extended? 33:51 - Bryan Cook 35:34 - Defining 2026 Season Success NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 9th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with ESPN's Turron Davenport offering his expertise on everything happening in Tennessee - including Cam Ward's development, early impressions of Carnell Tate, and the leadership role the Titans need Jeffery Simmons to take on. 00:00 - Cold open 00:25 - Show Introduction 01:47 - Robert Saleh Leadership Style 02:45 - Pairing Saleh with Brian Daboll 04:34 - Cam Ward & Daboll Offense 06:56 - Cam Ward's Leadership & Maturity 08:55 - Cam Ward's Late-Season Growth 11:04 - Cam Ward & Carnell Tate Connection 13:23 - Wan'Dale Robinson Slot Impact 16:26 - Calvin Ridley's Veteran Role 18:49 - Offensive Line Rebuild & Latham 22:45 - Backfield Rotation: Pollard & Spears 25:04 - Defensive Upgrades & Jermaine Johnson 26:19 - Jeffery Simmons Leadership 28:59 - Defining 2026 Success 30:28 - Show Wrap-up NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 8th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with reporter Brian Nemhauser offering his expertise. Brian relives the Seahawks magical 2025 season and explains why the team is looking to ignore the buzz around the Rams, plus a lot more! 00:00 - Cold open 01:50 - Seahawks SB Run 04:00 - DeMarcus Lawrence' Viral Video 06:14 - John Schneider's Draft Philosophy Shift 09:45 - Hiring Brian Fleury as OC 13:02 - Tight End Room Breakdown 15:24 - Running Backs & Jadarian Price 18:16 - Roster Discipline & Kenneth Walker 20:21 - Rasheed Shaheed's Expanded Role 21:46 - Jaxon Smith-Njigba Development 23:55 - Offensive Line Continuity 26:23 - Byron Murphy II's Dominant Camp 29:28 - Devin Witherspoon Contract & Role 31:27 - Nick Emmanwori's Health & Versatility 33:40 - Seahawks vs. Rams Rivalry 36:09 - New Khosla Family Ownership NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 7th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with the Athletic's Dan Duggan offering his expertise. Dan dives into the major changes made by the team in the offseason, how the new coaches could force Jaxson Dart to play differently, and whether or not Odell Beckham Jr. has a real shot to make the team. 00:00 - Cold Open 01:13 - West Virginia Training Camp 02:53 - John Harbaugh Impact 04:52 - Offensive Staff Assembly 08:00 - Protecting Jaxson Dart 10:31 - Malik Nabers Recovery 12:48 - Skattebo RB1? 14:36 - Physical Power Offense 16:27 - Wide Receiver Battles 20:04 - Offensive Line Upgrades 23:16 - Francis Mauigoa at Guard 24:55 - Post-Dexter Lawrence D-Line 27:17 - Arvell Reese LB 29:25 - Kayvon Thibodeaux Future 32:10 - Abdul Carter Breakout Potential 34:38 - Secondary & Cornerback Competition 38:18 - Defining 2026 Success NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 6th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with the Jacksonville Jaguars & 1010 XL / 92.5 FM's Rick Ballou offering his expertise. Rick explains how the Jaguars intend to use Travis Hunter, he talks the relationship between Liam Coen/Trevor Lawrence and whether the Jags D is ready to match its takeaway total from 2025. 00:00 - Cold Open 02:00 - Front Office & Coaching Reset 04:18 - Roster Moves & Backfield Shift 05:55 - Devin Lloyd Departure Impact 07:13 - Team Motivation & Small Market Status 08:22 - Free Agent Leadership Additions 10:48 - Trevor Lawrence in Liam Coen's Offense 13:39 - Travis Hunter's Starting Corner Role 16:43 - Parker Washington's Standout Camp 19:38 - Brian Thomas Jr.'s Camp Resurgence 22:48 - Tight End Usage & 12 Personnel 25:44 - Secondary Competition & Takeaways 28:56 - Interior D-Line & Pass Rush Depth 32:04 - 2026 Season Expectations & Schedule 36:34 - Show Wrap-up NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 5th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Tampa Bay Buccaneers Reporter Rick Stroud to break down all things happening with the team including - what is going on with Vita Vea? Rick dives into Baker Mayfield's desires in a potential extension, how the health of the OL could dictate the season, and whether or not Emeka Egbuka is ready to take another big step in year 2. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:17 - Show Introduction 01:20 - Replacing Mike Evans & Lavante David 03:20 - Todd Bowles & 2025 Collapse 06:48 - Baker Mayfield Contract Drama 11:14 - Baker's Future in Tampa 15:12 - Bucky Irving & Gainwell Split 17:17 - Chris Godwin Health 19:37 - Emeka Egbuka Year 2 Role 22:38 - Offensive Line & Wirfs Health 24:41 - FanDuel Win Total Odds 29:12 - Vita Vea Trade Request 32:15 - Ruben Bain Jr. Impact 34:52 - 2026 Season Expectations ------------------- Baseball fans! Think you know who's hitting a homer today? Well FanDuel.com is giving you a free chance to call your shot with Daily Dingers. Joining the action is easy: Just make your free pick on who's hitting a Home Run in their game, and if you're right, you'll get a Profit Boost to use on your next bet for a chance at extra winnings. You've got nothing to lose and A LOT to gain. And don't forget, you can make a free pick every day during the MLB season. It's just another reason why FanDuel.com is the home for home runs. 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. No purchase necessary. Opt in req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply, including any token expiration and max wager amount. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 Louisiana. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with the 4th episode of our Training Camp 32 team tour, this time with Arizona Cardinals reporter Johnny Venerable to break down all things happening with the team. Johnny explains the pressure on GM Monti Ossenfort for the team to show some success on the field, breaks down what the QB room is looking like, and whether the team will look to trade Budda Baker. All that and more! 00:00 - Cold Open 00:21 - Intro 01:20 - Front Office & Monti Ossenfort Future 07:03 - Mike LaFleur Coaching Staff 12:17 - Quarterback Plan Breakdown 17:01 - Carson Beck Playing Timeline 21:13 - Marvin Harrison Jr. Year 3 26:02 - Jeremiah Love Backfield Role 30:28 - Paris Johnson & Michael Wilson Extensions 34:05 - Walter Nolen Outlook 38:12 - Josh Sweat Situation 40:29 - Budda Baker Trade? 44:09 - Defining 2026 Success 47:01 - Show Wrap-up ---------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 3rd episode of the NFL Spotlight Season Preview Series, Ari Meirov is joined by Raiders reporter Q Myers to discuss all things going on with the Las Vegas Raiders. Q explains why Kirk Cousins is the perfect fit with Fernando Mendoza, why Ashton Jeanty is bound to break out in 2026, and will Tyler Linderbaum be enough to transform the OL? 00:00 - Cold Open 01:35 - Resetting with Klint Kubiak 03:54 - Offseason Strategy & Front Office Alignment 06:42 - Fernando Mendoza's Leadership & Character 08:36 - Kirk Cousins' Mentorship Role 11:47 - Fernando Mendoza Starting Timeline 14:51 - Ashton Jeanty Year 2 Expectations 17:14 - Tyler Linderbaum & O-Line Upgrade 20:33 - Starting Guard Position Battles 21:43 - Brock Bowers Health & Fit 22:50 - Wide Receiver Room Breakdown 27:21 - Rob Leonard's Defensive Vision 29:51 - Maxx Crosby's Return & Motivation 33:22 - Secondary Depth & Position Battles 35:46 - Rookie CB Jermod McCoy Outlook 38:08 - Will Daniel Carlson Return To LV? ---------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 2nd episode of the NFL Spotlight Season Preview Series, Ari Meirov is joined by Falcons Insider Marc Raimondi to talk all things happening in Atlanta. He discusses the QB battle between Tua Tagovailoa & Michael Penix Jr, how Kyle Pitts will be used in Kevin Stefanski's offense and how patient owner Arthur Blank will be with his new front office. 00:00 - Cold open 00:42 - Show Introduction 01:41 - Matt Ryan in Practice 03:20 - Arthur Blank & Falcons Mediocrity 06:42 - Michael Penix Injury Status 08:18 - Quarterback Competition Dynamics 12:41 - Tua Tagovailoa as Starter 13:57 - Preseason Reps Approach 16:00 - Robinson Jersey Name Confusion 17:38 - Backfield Workload Split 19:44 - Kyle Pitts Role 22:35 - Wide Receiver 2 25:21 - Bill Callahan O-Line Impact 27:51 - James Pearce Status 31:38 - Linebacker Room Outlook 35:01 - Cornerback & Secondary Competition 37:38 - Expectations NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 1st episode of the NFL Spotlight Season Preview Series, Ari Meirov is joined by Vikings Insider Matthew Coller to talk all things happening in Minnesota. Coller breaks down what could be the fallout from the Kyler Murray/J.J. McCarthy QB battle, how the team will overcome the loss of Jonathan Greenard, whether Harrison Smith will end up playing or not & a whole lot more! 00:00 - Cold Open 00:56 - Matthew Coller joins the show 02:09 - Firing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah & 2025 QB Chaos 03:53 - Hiring GM Nolan Teasley 05:59 - Front Office Alignment & Coaching Staff Draft Input 11:41 - The Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy Quarterback Competition 17:09 - Trade Scenarios for the Losing Quarterback 21:56 - Justin Jefferson's Leadership & Contract Future 27:34 - Running Game Blueprint: Jordan Mason & Aaron Jones 31:23 - Harrison Smith's Status 35:53 - Dallas Turner's Breakout & Replacing Jonathan Greenard 39:49 - Interior Defensive Line 43:21 - What Defines a Successful 2026 Season? NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL Spotlight is back with another amazing Spotlight Guest! This time Ari Meirov is joined by the New Orleans Saints new cornerback 1 in Kool-Aid McKinstry! Kool-Aid explains the history behind his nickname, why he is switching his jersey number to #1 this season, what the Saints fans should expect from the team this season and much more! 00:00 - Cold open 00:24 - Show Introduction 02:12 - Kool-Aid Nickname Origin 03:44 - High School Basketball Roots 05:20 - Bo Nix & dad relationship 06:13 - Playing WR 07:49 - Choosing Alabama 09:02 - Focusing Fully on Football 10:22 - Not being targeted 11:52 - Tennessee Halftime Speech 13:43 - Combine Injury Setback 15:05 - Draft Night Fall 16:42 - Saints Draft Call 17:24 - FanDuel Ad Break 21:11 - First Mahomes Encounter 22:31 - Marshon Lattimore Impact 23:22 - Star Locker Room 24:15 - Navigating Rookie Adversity 25:15 - Defensive Coaching Breakthrough 26:59 - Trusting DB Instincts 28:05 - Physicality & Tackling 29:39 - Stepping into CB1 Role 30:46 - Wearing #1 Tribute 33:54 - Giving Back to Youth 36:20 - Training Camp Battles 37:57 - 2026 Season Outlook 38:55 - Future Spotlight Nominations 41:00 - Post-Interview Recap 42:05 - Training Camp Announcements ------------------- Baseball fans! Think you know who's hitting a homer today? Well FanDuel.com is giving you a free chance to call your shot with Daily Dingers. Joining the action is easy: Just make your free pick on who's hitting a Home Run in their game, and if you're right, you'll get a Profit Boost to use on your next bet for a chance at extra winnings. You've got nothing to lose and A LOT to gain. And don't forget, you can make a free pick every day during the MLB season. It's just another reason why FanDuel.com is the home for home runs. 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. No purchase necessary. Opt in req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply, including any token expiration and max wager amount. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 Louisiana. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hail to the Commanders! Ari Meirov's special Spotlight Guest of the Week is the newly minted Offensive Coordinator for the Washington Commanders, David Blough! David discusses playing in the NFL for the Lions & Cardinals, his 1st NFL completion being a touchdown on Thanksgiving, working with Dan Campbell, what to expect from Jayden Daniels this season and a whole lot more! 00:00 - Cold open 02:23 - Interview Begins 03:32 - Purdue & Drew Brees Dreams 04:43 - Playing for Jeff Brohm 05:51 - Undrafted & Traded to Detroit 07:45 - Thanksgiving Day Starting Debut 08:11 - Learning from Matthew Stafford 11:21 - Stafford's Incredible Generosity Story 13:22 - Jared Goff 15:02 - Hidden Player Stories 17:14 - Wife's Olympic Dreams Realized 18:42 - Campbell's Amazing Team Leadership 20:49 - Transitioning from Playing to Coaching 22:30 - Breaking into Washington Staff 24:36 - Dan Quinn's Coach Development 26:49 - First Impressions of Jayden Daniels 28:54 - Building the Quarterback Room 30:14 - Playoff Rematch vs. Lions 32:05 - FanDuel Ad Break 33:19 - Daniels Year 3 Outlook 35:22 - Accuracy Battles at Practice 36:08 - Taking the Coordinator Reins 37:07 - Blending Elite Coaching Schemes 40:10 - Dan Campbell's Elite Consistency 43:23 - Growing with Ben Johnson 47:06 - Designer Culture Philosophy 48:59 - Maximizing Offensive Probabilities 50:19 - Jayden Daniels Mental Evolution 52:46 - Future Spotlight Nominations 54:44 - Interview Wrap-up --------------------- It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 in Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY in New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 in Louisiana. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL Spotlight is back with another exciting Spotlight Guest. This week Ari Meirov welcomes Browns Defensive Coordinator Mike "Rudy" Rutenberg to the show. Rudy shares his story of how he became the man in charge of the Cleveland defense. He talks working for Joe Gibbs, his bond with Robert Saleh, and why he loves Quincy Williams. 00:00 - Cold open 00:26 - Show Introduction  02:09 - Start of interview  05:04 - Sleeping on Vinny Cerrato's Couch  05:53 - Working with Joe Gibbs  06:55 - Relentless Fight & Work Mentality  08:24 - Madden's Advice & UCLA Move  09:58 - Coaching Protocol & Staff Value  10:50 - Maintaining a Steel Chin  15:14 - Gus Bradley Precision & Detail  16:46 - Country Music with Robert Saleh  18:53 - Elite 2017 Jaguars Defense  20:43 - Focusing on Lombardi Trophy  21:45 - FanDuel / Browns QB Battle 26:14 - Richard Sherman Player Collaboration  28:55 - Family Relocations and Sacrifices  31:09 - Linebacker Room Brotherhood  33:20 - Brotherhood with Jeff Ulbrich  35:40 - Aaron Rodgers' Scout Team Resiliency  37:48 - Arriving in Cleveland  39:47 - High-Fiving on the Treadmill  42:14 - Hall of Fame Connection  43:53 - Jared Verse's Energy  45:13 - Future Spotlight Nomination  46:28 - Interview Wrap-up  46:58 - Post-Interview Analysis  48:58 - Show Wrap-up It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 in Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY in New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 in Louisiana. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest of The Week is the first media member we have had in ages - it is The Athletic's NFL Draft Analyst Dane Brugler. Dane shares how his journey to win a Super Bowl morphed into the most in-depth draft research work you can find in the business. He shares how "The Beast" came to be and why it isn't slowing down anytime soon. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:26 - Show Introduction 02:22 - Start of interview 04:13 - Northeast Ohio Roots & Choosing Football 07:39 - Mount Union Education 11:05 - Creating the First Draft Guide & Early Team Scouting Goals 13:49 - First NFL Combine Memories 15:49 - Choosing the Media Path Over Team Front Office Opportunities 19:56 - Inside the Patriots Front Office: Bill Belichick's Handwritten Lockout Note 22:46 - The Origins & Massive Evolution of "The Beast" 24:42 - Joining The Athletic & Ramping Up Advanced Draft Coverage 27:40 - Tracking 2,000+ Prospects 28:35 - Finding Diamonds in the Rough & The Draft's Human Element 30:47 - Uncovering Deep Player Backgrounds 35:31 - The Hardest Part of the Draft Cycle 38:30 - Networking on the Road: How Many Sources It Takes to Build the Guide 41:42 - Nationwide Billboards 44:01 - FanDuel Ad Break & Early 2027 First Overall Pick Odds 47:43 - Analyzing the Brendan Sorby Gambling & Supplemental Draft Decision 57:00 - Early 2027 Quarterback Projections: Setting the Over/Under Line 1:00:38 - Who deserves a spotlight? It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 in Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY in New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 in Louisiana. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's NFL Spotlight Guest of the Week is riding high from a Super Bowl victory: it's the Seattle Seahawks Passing Game Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach Jake Peetz! Jake shares his unorthodox path from working in college, the NBA and in new position groups he didn't know, to helping run a high-powered offense led by Sam Darnold. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:48 - Show Introduction 02:21 - Interview Begins: Super Bowl Ring Reflection 05:18 - Walking on at Nebraska & Bill Callahan's Mentorship 07:34 - Surprise NBA Phone Call 09:58 - Life with the Indiana Pacers & Managing NBA Personalities 12:05 - Unpaid Intern Grind & Training NBA Stars 14:51 - Breaking into NFL Scouting 17:20 - FanDuel Ad Break & NFC West Divisional Outlook 20:55 - Process & Accountability: Working for Nick Saban 22:44 - The Interview with Sean McVay 25:59 - The 2016 Raiders Playoff Run & Connor Cook's Historic Start 28:27 - Transitioning to Running Backs Coach with Christian McCaffrey 32:14 - McCaffrey's Blockbuster Trade to SF 33:21 - 2022 Rams Adversity & Baker Mayfield 36:57 - The Dramatic Two-Minute Drive vs. Las Vegas 39:25 - Stafford's Prophecy & The 2023 Rams Playoff Push 4 42:50 - Joining Mike Macdonald's Staff with the Seattle Seahawks 45:44 - Roster Alignment
 47:53 - Managing High-Stress Rivalries
 51:18 - Balancing NFL Coaching with a Large Family 53:46 - Spotlighting Seattle Analytics Director Brian Eayrs It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 in Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY in New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 in Louisiana. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cowboys Klayton Adams Shares His Journey To Becoming Dallas' Offensive Coordinator

Ari Meirov's NFL Spotlight Guest of the Week is Dallas Cowboys Offensive Coordinator Klayton Adams! Klayton shares how he went from playing at Boise State to learning how to coach from legends at the college and NFL level. He explains why offensive line coaches are often overlooked and discusses Javonte Williams + George Pickens' huge seasons. 00:00 - Cold Open 02:44 - Interview Begins 03:27 - Frank Ross's Spotlight Shoutout 06:05 - Early Life & Journey to Boise State 07:51 - Journalism Major 08:41 - The 5-Foot Center Fake News on Google 09:50 - Climbing the College Coaching Ladder 13:34 - Deciding to Make the Jump to the NFL 15:29 - Leadership Development & Mentors 17:36 - Joining the Colts Staff in 2019 19:52 - FanDuel & NFC East Odds 22:26 - Walking Into a Loaded Colts Coaching Staff 26:25 - Reflecting on the 2019 Colorado Departure 27:38 - The Shocking Andrew Luck Retirement 30:05 - Career Progression 31:22 - Hired by Cardinals 33:45 - Rushing & Protection Core Principles 34:02 - Why Aren't There More O-Line Offensive Coordinators? 36:34 - Becoming the Dallas Cowboys Offensive Coordinator 38:26 - Working & Preparing the Weekly Game Plan with Schottenheimer 42:24 - The Role & Impact of Non-Playcalling Coordinators 42:59 - Schottenheimer's High Praise for Year 2 45:32 - Staying Even-Keeled & Managing Increased Responsibilities 46:07 - Javonte Williams' Incredible Bounce-Back Season 47:40 - George Pickens 2025 Season 50:37 - Blocked by Cowboys for Eagles OC Opening 52:08 - Who Deserves a Spotlight? It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! 21+ select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), 18+ D.C., KY, WY. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET. Call 1-888-789-7777, visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut. Visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org, call (800) 327-5050 in Massachusetts. Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY, text HOPENY in New York. Call 1-877-770-7867 in Louisiana. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is back with a new Spotlight Guest and this time it is Houston Texans Special Teams Coordinator Frank Ross. Frank walks us through his path to becoming an STC. Frank explains what it was like being hired by the Patriots, Colts and finally the Texans. (including being retained by multiple coaches). Plus, how a 21-year-old Frank did on Deal or No Deal. 00:00 - Cold open
 02:14 - Frank Ross joins us
 04:57 - Frank's early football journey 07:58 - Deal or No Deal
 12:15 - Hired by Patriots
 14:54 - Who Wins AFC South / FanDuel
 18:06 - Going between John Carroll & Patriots
 21:18 - Pro Scout for Patriots
 24:04 - Starting to work with special teams
 26:00 - Hired by Colts & Josh McDaniels/Frank Reich 30:36 - Andrew Luck retirement
 32:44 - Frank on upward trajectory with Colts
 35:20 - Hired by Texans
 37:53 - Hiring of DeMeco Ryans
 40:36 - Why special teams gets overlooked
 45:18 - VISIT COACHROSSCUTS.COM 47:58 - Who deserves spotlight? (Klayton Adams) ------------------- It's soccer time on FanDuel.com and right now if you bet on a match, you can get bonus bets for every goal scored in that match! ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov in this LIVE edition of NFL Spotlight reacts to the huge news that took place following the post-June 1 rule allowing teams to more easily move some large contracts including the Cleveland Browns shipping Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams and the Philadelphia Eagles sending A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots. Plus, reactions to Odell Beckham Jr. going back to the New York Giants and Russell Wilson agreeing to become CBS' newest NFL analyst. Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! ------------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $150 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are halfway through the offseason, but there is a lot of action still left to have happen. Ari Meirov outlines his top 10 biggest storylines that you should keep an eye on as we inch closer and closer to training camp. 00:00 - Show Open
 01:39 - A.J. Brown
 06:05 - Vikings need a GM
 11:53 - Extensions
 14:24 - Lamar Jackson
 20:42 - Jacoby Brissett
 26:17 - QB Battles 28:57 - Brendan Sorsby 35:00 - Top Free agents
 37:45 - Injury Comebacks (FanDuel CBPOY)
 40:31 - 18th game -------------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! ------------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $150 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this coaching edition of NFL Spotlight - Ari Meirov is joined by Indianapolis Colts Offensive Coordinator Jim Bob Cooter to breakdown his journey to the NFL. He explains his name, time at Tennessee, working with the infamous Broncos offense, Matthew Stafford, Daniel Jones and much more! Plus, Ari makes his pick for who wins the AFC South. 00:00 - Cold Open  00:19 - Start of show02:41 - The Story Behind the Name "Jim Bob"  05:05 - Choosing Football Over a Baseball Career  07:31 - Transitioning from College Player to Coach  09:53 - Breaking Into the NFL with Jim Caldwell  12:15 - Learning From Coaching Legend Tom Moore  14:35 - Peyton Manning & Broncos 19:15 - FanDuel Ad Break & AFC South Divisional Odds 21:38 - Detroit Lions QB Room: Stafford, Kellen Moore, & Orlovsky  24:01 - Calvin Johnson's Shocking Retirement Story  26:25 - Adapting Schemes to Modern NFL Talent  31:10 - Reconnecting with Shane Steichen in Philadelphia 33:29 - Reliving the Colts' 8-2 Start & Daniel Jones' Toughness  35:52 - Inside the Wild Philip Rivers Signing  40:42 - Spotlighting Future Coordinator Mack Brown  43:01 - Anthony Richardson Trade Status & Post-Interview Recap Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! ------------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $150 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. ------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown as his Spotlight Guest of the Week to get to know the up & coming star of the San Francisco secondary. He discusses his time at JUCO with with Jaquan Brisker, why he thinks George Kittle is the greatest tight end of all time, and much more! 00:00 - Cold Open 00:22 - Show Intro 02:09 - Start of interview 03:01 - Nickname "Tig" Origin 03:41 - High School Journey 04:26 - Junior College Challenges 05:27 - Wanting to play QB 07:15 - Learning Perseverance 08:36 -AFC West Outlook / FanDuel 12:31 - Meeting Jaquan Brisker 14:33 - Penn State Experience 15:59 - NFL Draft Reflection 18:15 - Joining the 49ers 19:39 - Welcome to NFL moment (George Kittle) 20:57 - Becoming a Starter 22:08 - First Career Interception 23:08 - Playoff Run Memories 24:02 - Super Bowl Experience 25:41 - Dre Greenlaw Injury Impact 28:33 - Defensive Coordinator Changes 30:17 - Working with Raheem Morris 31:30 - Motivating Youth 35:02 - Spotlighting Parker Washington 37:21 - Interview Wrap-up Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $150 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest of the Week is Detroit Lions up-and-coming cornerback Terrion Arnold! Terrion explains his path to the NFL, why he chose to go to Alabama and much more! 0:00 - Cold Open 0:45 - Intro 2:38 - Terrion Arnold Joins the Show! 3:45 - Terrion's Basketball Background 4:45 - How Terrion chose to play DB 5:57 - Terrion's background in Roofing 7:52 - Overcoming an HS Ankle Injury 12:45 - Who Wins Browns QB Job? 15:29 - Why Terrion Chose Alabama 19:25 - Terrion's Experience at Alabama 24:34 - Terrion's Relationship with Nick Saban 26:13 - Terrion's Draft Night Experience 29:00 - Transitioning to life in the Midwest 30:32 - The Intensity of Lions Training Camp 32:14 - Life in Media 34:58 - Community Work 37:14 - Who Deserves a spotlight? -------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $250 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special edition of NFL Spotlight. Ari Meirov reveals his top 10 takeaways from the 2026 NFL Draft, including the Titans' decision to take Ohio State WR Carnell Tate 4th in the draft. Plus, Ari gives his offensive & defensive rookie of the year favorites. Make sure to stick around for the honorable mentions! 00:00 - Start of show
 01:47 - Cowboys crush draft
 05:57 - Browns approach
 09:33 - Ty Simpson 17:00 - Light at end of Jets tunnel
 20:22 - Carnell Tate goes #4 22:46 - Should have seen Chiefs/Delane coming 29:11 - Steelers learn a lesson 36:16 - Seahawks go RB
 41:41 - Pickens and his tag 46:51 - Love in Arizona 50:51 - Bengals reshape O-Line 53:42 - Malik Nabers is honest
 56:34 - Who wins offensive & defensive rookie of the year? -------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $250 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov releases his one and only NFL mock draft for 2026. He goes through every pick in the 1st round and explains how his sources are the ones driving the placement he makes for each player. We know who goes #1 to the Raiders, but what will the Jets to at #2? Take a listen and see who your favorite team may take! 00:00 - Show Open 02:08 - Pick 1: Raiders Fernando Mendoza Indiana QB 02:50 - Pick 2: Jets Arvell Reese Ohio State LB

 04:28 - Pick 3: Cardinals Jeremiyah Love Notre Dame RB

 07:56 - Pick 4: Titans David Bailey Texas Tech EDGE

 09:26 - Pick 5: Giants Jordyn Tyson Arizona St. WR

 14:36 - Pick 6: Browns Utah Spencer Fano T 17:03 - Pick 7: Commanders Carnell Tate Ohio State WR

 18:31 - Pick 8: Saints Sonny Styles Ohio State LB

 19:42 - Pick 9: Chiefs Caleb Downs Ohio State S

 22:07 - Pick 10: Giants Francis Mauigoa Miami T

 23:28 - Pick 11: Dolphins Mansoor Delane LSU CB

 25:14 - Pick 12: Cowboys Dillon Thieneman Oregon Safety

 27:03 - Pick 13: Rams Reuben Bain Jr. Miami EDGE

 28:39 - Pick 14: Ravens Olaivavega Ioane Penn State Guard 30:13 - Pick 15: Buccaneers Akheem Mesidor Miami DE

 31:39 - Pick 16: Jets Makai Lemon USC WR

 32:51 - Pick 17: Lions Kadyn Proctor Alabama Tackle

 34:25 - Pick 18: Vikings Kenyon Sadiq Oregon TE

 37:00 - Pick 19: Panthers Caleb Lomu Utah Tackle

 38:18 - Pick 20: Cowboys Keldric Faulk Auburn DE

 39:23 - Pick 21: Steelers Omar Cooper Jr. Indiana WR

 41:19 - Pick 22: Chargers Emmanuel Pregnon Oregon Guard

 42:42 - Pick 23: Eagles Monroe Freeling Georgia Tackle

 44:42 - Pick 24: Browns Denzel Boston Washington WR 46:40 - Pick 25: Bears Zion Young Missouri DE

 49:51 - Pick 26: Bills Chase Bison's Texas A&M Guard

 50:49 - Pick 27: 49ers R Mason Thomas
DE 52:12 - Pick 28: Texans Malachi Lawrence UCF DE

 54:00 - Pick 29: Chiefs Colton Hood Tennessee CB

 55:15 - Pick 30: Dolphins Blake Miller Clemson

T 56:27 - Pick 31: Patriots Max Iheanachor Arizona St. Tackle

 58:06 - Pick 32: Seahawks Jadarian Price Notre Dame RB -------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $250 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's NFL Spotlight Guest of the Week is Dolphins star Center Aaron Brewer. Aaron discusses the correct way to say his name (A-RIN), the emotions of being undrafted, how he grew with the Titans and ultimately 2nd-Team All-Pro status with the Dolphins. All that and more! 00:00 Cold open 00:28 NFL Spotlight Show intro 02:52 Pronouncing Aaron Brewer 05:15 Offensive line versatility 07:36 Overcoming the "undersized center" NFL narrative 10:02 COVID-19 NFL Draft impact & baseball field Pro Day 12:14 Rookie year mindset joining the Tennessee Titans 14:36 FanDuel / Who Wins AFC East? 17:00 Making the Titans 53-man roster as a UDFA 19:42 Learning from veteran Titans center Ben Jones 21:53 Taking over as the Titans' starting center 24:18 NFL Free Agency journey to the Miami Dolphins 26:38 Thriving in Mike McDaniel's Dolphins offense 29:01 Aaron Brewer's elite second-level blocking technique 31:24 Breaking down the viral Jesse Bates block 33:47 NFL Protector of the Year finalist reaction 36:06 Studying film of Jason Kelce & elite NFL centers 38:30 Building his film study habits 40:33 Tyler Linderbaum's contract & NFL center market value 41:44 Who deserves more NFL spotlight recognition? 41:56 Who deserves a Spotlight? -------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $250 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest Of The Week is recently retired NFL DE Bryce Huff and his brother Jordan. The Huffs explain their move into helping make lithium-ion batteries more safe and hopefully save lives. Bryce explains how his new company Naberstone was well worth walking away from football at the age of 27 after being the highest-paid non-QB undrafted player in the history of the sport. 00:00 - Cold open 01:21 - Welcome in 
 03:32 - Start of interview
 05:43 - The Origins of Naberstone 
 07:10 - Lithium-Ion Battery Dangers 
 09:09 - What is Naberstone ? 
 10:14 - Everyday Battery Risks 
 11:10 - FanDuel.com / Who Wins NFC West?
 14:06 - The Current Building Stage 16:09 - Billion-Dollar Ambitions 17:10 - NFL Reaction to Retirement 18:18 - The 2020 COVID Draft Challenges 22:06 - Jordan's Perspective 23:46 - Making the Jets Roster 28:01 - A New Coaching Staff 31:27 - Earning a Historic Contract 32:38 - Closing the Door on Football 33:56 - NFL Spotlight: Collin Johnson 36:29 - Root.com / Kirk Cousins signing with Raiders -------------------- Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get up to $250 in bonus bets if your 1st $5 bet hits. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's NFL Spotlight Guest of the Week is Bengals star cornerback DJ Turner II! DJ talks about his REAL name, his path to the NFL, becoming a pass breakup machine and shares an amazing Jim Harbaugh story from his time at Michigan. 00:00 - Cold Open 03:01 - The Origin of "Juan Drago" 06:26 - Early Football Journey & Position Changes 08:31 - Choosing the University of Michigan 10:20 - Playing for Elite Defensive Minds 12:00 - The Jim Harbaugh Whiteboard Story 13:51 - Ad Break (FanDuel) 17:04 - Falling in the NFL Draft 18:54 - Reuniting with Daxton Hill 20:25 - Welcome to the NFL Moment 22:41 - Meditation and Solo Travel 27:26 - Overcoming Week 1 Adversity 30:39 - Breaking Out in Year Three 33:55 - Practicing Against Elite Teammates 35:14 - Launching the "Drago" Custom Suit Line 38:15 - High School Connections 39:02 - Future Goals on the Field 41:05 - Contract Extension Talk 42:18 - Who deserves a Spotlight? 44:22 - Ad Break (Root Insurance) 44:45 - Outro Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get back up to $300 in bonus bets every day for 10 days during March Madness. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Tuesday episode, Ari Meirov spotlights the top extension candidate at every position across the NFL. From Lamar Jackson to Brandon Aubrey, Ari has you covered. Plus, will Will Anderson Jr. break the $50M per season mark!? Ari has the answer ... maybe! 00:00 - Start of show 0:40 - JSN sets WR market 5:52 - Chiefs sign Travis Kelce 8:45 - Extension Candidates 14:26 - RB Extension Candidates 17:57 - WR Extension Candidates 24:31 - TE Extension Candidates 28:10 - C Extension Candidates 29:58 - G Extension Candidates 33:14 - OT Extension Candidates 35:24 - FanDuel 37:25 - Root Insurance 42:53 - DT Extension Candidates 45:22 - DE Extension Candidates 51:44 - LB Extension Candidates 54:03 - CB Extension Candidates 57:10 - S Extension Candidates 59:56 - Kicker Extension Candidates 1:02:31 - Outro Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and learn how you can get back up to $300 in bonus bets every day for 10 days during March Madness. -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov goes through every single team in the NFL and breaks down the biggest moves for each squad. 32 teams in under 2 hours! Free agency, trades, tags & more! Lace up and get ready! HIT SUBSCRIBE! Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and use College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost to instantly bump up that potential payout! -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov reacts to everything that happened on Monday as free agency is in full swing! He address the top players remaining and which teams are already nailing their signings. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest of the Week is none other than Colts standout safety Cam Bynum. Cam comes to us from the Philippines at 10:30pm to share his story of making it to the league, the work he does to share the game of football, and his time with the Colts. You do not want to miss this one! 00:00 - Cold Open 00:48 - Intro 3:07 - Cam's Football Camp in the Philippines 6:25 - How Cam fell in love with Football 8:02 - Picking between playing defense or offense 9:27 - Cam's College Recruitment Process 11:30 - How a HS coach changed Cam's Career 12:49 - FanDuel 15:42 - Transitioning from CB to Safety 18:20 - Cam's Draft Day Experience 19:39 - Cam's Welcome to the NFL Moment 23:17 - Cam's Relationship with Harrison Smith 26:03 - Cam's Relationship with Josh Mettelus 28:35 - Cam's Free Agency in 2024 32:07 - Cam's reaction to the Sauce Gardner trade 34:41 - Playing with Philip Rivers 38:34 - Playing with Sam Darnold in Minnesota 40:58 - Who deserves a spotlight? 42:44 - Root 45:26 - Outro Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- New users visit FanDuel.com and if your first $5 bet hits, you will get $100 in bonus bets to use all over the app! -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest of the Week is former Michigan GM & Bears Chief of Staff Sean Magee! Sean takes us through his career path going from serving in the Navy, to recruiting for Navy Football, then his time with the Michigan Wolverines & the Chicago Bears. Sean explains the issues with the current college football schedule and gives his way to fix it. All that and more on this special episode of NFL Spotlight! Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and use profit boost on an NBA future for a chance to go to the NBA Finals. Visit FanDuel.com to learn more! -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this LIVE edition of NFL Spotlight. Ari Meirov addresses the cuts the Dolphins made of Tyreek Hill, Bradley Chubb and more while answering the big question: is Tua Tagovailoa next? Ari talks more potential cuts from around the league and what the Bears may have in store to alter their roster. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB
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Ari Meirov's first Spotlight guest following the Super Bowl is none other than New York Giants tackle (and soon to be free agent) Jermaine Eluemunor! Jermaine explains his journey from teenager in London learning about football, to moving to the states, to college, and then to the NFL. He highlights the ups and downs leading to his career year in 2025. Hit subscribe and grab your popcorn! Visit Root.com and learn how you can save for good driving today! -------------------- Visit FanDuel.com and use profit boost on an NBA future for chance to go to the NBA Finals. Visit FanDuel.com to learn more! -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gets you ready for the 2026 NFL offseason with what you need to be keeping a close eye on, including franchise tag candidates, guys who could get monster extensions and free agent contracts, the top players who could be traded and much more! Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook today! New customers visit FanDuel.com & if you win your first $5 wager, you get $100 in bonus bets! ———————————— Visit Root.com and find out how you can get rewarded for safe driving with Root Insurance. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov reacts to the Seattle Seahawks winning Super Bowl LX vs the New England Patriots. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov in this LIVE edition of NFL Spotlight does a preview of Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. He covers Super Bowl opening night, Roger Goodell's press conference, makes his SB pick, talks about the final 2 head coaches being filled and the OC carousel. Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook today! New customers visit FanDuel.com & if you win your first $5 wager, you get $200 in bonus bets! ———————————— Visit Root.com and find out how you can get rewarded for safe driving with Root Insurance. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this LIVE edition of NFL Spotlight, Ari Meirov reacts to the Bills promoting Joe Brady from OC to HC and Todd Monken being named the Browns head coach over DC Jim Schwartz. Plus, what to expect with the Raiders & Browns head coach openings. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back for the 2nd annual "NFL Spotlight Honors Show" hosted by Ari Meirov and Ben Allen. We cover all the biggest awards (and a few made up as well). Listen along as we go through everything from MVP to Biggest News Story of the Year! NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special edition of NFL Spotlight, Ari Meirov reviews the 2 hirings that took place on Monday with Robert Saleh agreeing to become the next head coach of the Tennessee Titans and Jeff Hafley signing on to join the Miami Dolphins. Ari then goes through the remaining 6 openings and discusses the candidates and timeline we should expect the teams to follow for filling the openings. Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook today! New customers visit FanDuel.com & if you win your first $5 wager, you get $300 in bonus bets! ———————————— Visit Root.com and find out how you can get rewarded for safe driving with Root Insurance. NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov goes LIVE on Monday to break down the "somewhat" surprising news that the Buffalo Bills have fired head coach Sean McDermott, give a recap of the biggest takeaways from the divisional round, and updates on more coaching moves from around the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices