NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov

Ari Meirov dives into the Los Angeles Lakers selling for $10B to Mark Walter and how the NFL owners will respond. Is the starting price to buy an NFL team automatically $10B+? Plus, Ari talks Jaire Alexander signing with his buddy Lamar Jackson & the Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov delves into Lamar Jackson's comments from Tuesday where he discussed the possibility of the Ravens signing Jaire Alexander & his brief comments on a contract extension. Ari also discusses Trey Smith reporting to Chiefs mandatory minicamp and whether the UFL can step-up their game in sending players to the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by the Arizona Cardinals General Manager Monti Ossenfort to discuss his journey to becoming an NFL GM, his star receiver Marvin Harrison Jr, their new-look defense, and how one decision involving his future wife changed his entire career trajectory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov reveals who our special Tuesday Spotlight guest will be. Listen to find out which NFC general manager will be on the show tomorrow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov goes through his top 5 storylines to keep an eye on as the NFL enters their summer break including what the Browns will do with their collection of quarterbacks, especially Shedeur Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sparked by Sean McVay's revelation the Rams would have considered signing Aaron Rodgers if they had lost Matthew Stafford, Ari Meirov goes through his favorite "what ifs" for moves that almost happened including Tom Brady to the Los Angeles Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov explains the contract holdup between the Cincinnati Bengals and rookie pass rusher Shemar Stewart and says why Stewart is not helping anything by calling out the team who drafted him. Ari discusses other NFL holdouts and J.K. Dobbins signing with the Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton to discuss how he went from a Georgia high school athlete to a lynchpin for the New York Giants offense. He talks the highest and lowest moments of his career and how he has shaped his own leadership role on the team. He talks Daniel Jones, a potential 18th game & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov discusses running back Nick Chubb signing with the Houston Texans and what he brings to the kings of the AFC South. He explains why J.K. Dobbins is by far the top RB left on the market and breaks down what we know about Aaron Rodgers' contract with the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gives his instant react to the long-awaited signing of Aaron Rodgers to the Pittsburgh Steelers as he will make the deal final over the coming days. He examines why the Commanders are dragging their feet extending Terry McLaurin & why it is surprising the Ravens decided to get Rashod Bateman's extension done now. Plus, what Anthony Richardson's shoulder injury means for his chances to be the Week 1 starter over Daniel Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov discusses Lions center Frank Ragnow's decision to retire from the NFL at age 29 and then the larger thought that players like Saquon Barkley could consider hanging up their cleats earlier than players in the past. Plus, free agent RB J.K. Dobbins heads to Denver to meet with the Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Allen gives the latest news update from around the NFL including Lions center Frank Ragnow's sudden retirement, Stefon Diggs reportedly not being in danger of being cut, T.J. Watt expected to sign an extension before the season, and Gabe Davis' upcoming visit to the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this re-released episode of NFL Spotlight (From December 19, 2024), Ari talks with Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson about his time with the Cincinnati Bengals, his high school lacrosse career and what he learned from Saints pass rusher Cameron Jordan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov explains how the New England Patriots could get out of their contract with Stefon Diggs after videos emerged of him holding allegedly an illegal substance without a major financial loss. Ari also examines a potential Kyle Pitts trade, reviews the Bryce Huff trade to the 49ers and how surprising Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's extension is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov goes through the myriad of Steelers news from the last couple of days including T.J. Watt not showing up to voluntary workouts as he looks for a new contract, Terry Bradshaw wanting nothing to do with Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh looking to add a WR after already trading George Pickens away and could they be in the market for Dolphins TE Jonnu Smith? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov goes deep into the topic of rookie contracts, particularly those taken in the 2nd round of the draft. He explains why 30 of the 32 have yet to put pen to paper and why Jayden Higgins was one who put this all into effect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gets into the 2 biggest absences from Tuesday's VOLUNTARY OTAs: Kirk Cousins and James Cook. He explains the options both have as they navigate wanting a trade (Cousins) and a new deal (Cook). Plus, Ari analyzes Commissioner Roger Goodell's comments regarding the salary cap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by 3-time Super Bowl champion Pro Scout Ronnie McGill to talk about his journey from University of North Carolina to helping build and prepare some of the best rosters and players in the history of the NFL. He shares stories of his time with Bill Belichick & the Patriots, as well as the new look Houston Texans with C.J. Stroud, plus Ronnie answers “what is an advance scout?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov & Ben Allen take advantage of the slow news day and do a full 10-pick Flag Football Draft - 5 on offense, 5 on defense - Which squad do YOU think would win? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov digs into the owners meetings from Wednesday that resulted in the tush push being saved for another season, the onside kickoff changes and the playoff seeding changes proposal being dropped. He dicusses the announcement of the upcoming Hard Knocks series (training camp and regular season). Plus, Ari gives a tribute to Colts owner Jim Irsay who died on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov explains the importance of the moves the Bears made this offseason to fortify their offensive line including now extending Joe Thuney. He thinks that Chicago could take a step into being one of the top 10 OLs in the NFL. Plus, Ari gets into all the voting topics that will happen later today (tush push/playoff seeding) and a conversation about NFL players being allowed to compete in flag football at the 2028 Summer Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov welcomes in Raiders General Manager John Spytek to discuss his 20+ years in the NFL from being an operations intern to leading the Raiders into their next chapter under Pete Carroll & Geno Smith. He discusses his relationship with Tom Brady, the Buccaneers & what he expects from the rookie Ashton Jeanty & the rest of the team in 2025. Plus, Ari talks the Eagles extending Nick Sirianni, bringing back Joe Douglas, and Fred Warner becoming the highest-paid MLB in NFL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov breaks down the massive deal for Brock Purdy which pushes him from less than a million per year to a top-10 highest paid player in the NFL. Ari also examines what is next for the 49ers/star linebacker Fred Warner and which QB is going to get the big bucks next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov reveals what he knows about Caleb Williams ALMOST deciding to say I won't play for the Bears and force them into taking someone else, force a trade to Vikings or even go to the UFL. Plus, Ari explains why the Ravens reinvested in Derrick Henry on a 2-year extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov dives into the 2025 NFL Schedule release and gives the 10 things that stood out to him most including the Steelers and the Jets squaring off in Week 1 with Aaron Rodgers' decision looming. -------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov loves the NFL schedule, but thinks the release could use some work, luckily he has a fix. Plus, Ari breaks down Trey Hendrickson's latest comments on his contract dispute with the Bengals. -------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov discusses the latest news surrounding Trey Hendrickson and his contract negotiations (or lack there of) with the Bengals, setting up Ari giving his 10 biggest contract disputes of the last decade (or so). 00:00 - Cold Open 01:21 - Trey Hendrickson's contract dispute 10:14 - Darrelle Revis 15:36 - Earl Thomas 19:25 - Melvin Gordon 23:51 - Ezekiel Elliott 27:35 - Le'Veon Bell 34:07 - Aaron Donald 35:50 - Khalil Mack 40:36 - Lamar Jackson 47:56 - Chris Jones 50:42 - Brandon Aiyuk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov dives into Derek Carr's decision to retire and what it means for the Saints future, including which of their 3 quarterbacks will be the Week 1 starter: Tyler Shough, Spencer Rattler or Jake Haener? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov dives into the rookie contracts being signed around the NFL. He explains what can & can't be negotiated, reflects on the old rules, and gives his thoughts on what he would change if he was calling the shots. Plus, Ari talks Jadeveon Clowney being cut by the Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov explains why George Pickens has a chance to get a real fresh start and change his image after being traded by the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Dallas Cowboys. Ari highlights how close the Eagles got to trading Dallas Goedert before he reworked his deal with Philly, and an explainer why the Jaguars cut Gabe Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov goes through the 5 deepest teams in the NFL following free agency & the NFL Draft - with no surprise, the defending Super Bowl champions make the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov digs into all of the news from a busy Monday starting with the Ravens cutting Justin Tucker after 13 seasons, the Matthew Stafford contract details finally being released, the 2027 NFL Draft heading to D.C. & the problem with retiring so many jerseys. 02:02 - Ravens cut Justin Tucker 07:59 - Matthew Stafford's contract with Rams explained 11:55 - Washington DC Gets the 2027 NFL Draft 17:22 - Abdul Carter and the problem with retiring numbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov lays out 25+ players who are looking to get extended this offseason with salaries skyrocketing and many rookie contracts getting closer and closer to expiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov goes through the 5 teams that have had the best offseasons with free agency, the draft, and locking up their own guys. 00:00 - Cold Open 01:50 - Washington Commanders 07:44 - Minnesota Vikings 15:08 - New England Patriots 22:17 - Buffalo Bills 27:53 - Chicago Bears Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov gets into the 5th-year option deadline which is at 4pm ET today, why Ravens star center Tyler Linderbaum will not have his picked up, and the top remaining free agents on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov breaks down George Kittle's new 4-year extension with the San Francisco 49ers that makes him the highest paid tight end in NFL history, how it impacts the rest of the 49ers roster moving forward and Brock Purdy's looming extension. Plus Ari talks Andrew Van Ginkel's extension with the Vikings, the Commanders new stadium, and the Chargers placing a little used tender on free agent J.K. Dobbins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov recaps the NFL draft going through every single team in the league highlighting their best picks, overall trends within the organizations, and which teams nailed it with their draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov gives his 10 biggest takeaways from the 2025 NFL Draft including 14 QBs being selected, the Jaguars bold moves, the Lions sticking to their unique approach and so much more! --------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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 gives his immediate thoughts following the 1st round of the 2025 NFL Draft including the massive trade that allowed the Jaguars to move up and take Travis Hunter with the 2nd overall pick. ---------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov breaks down all the latest hearing he has as the NFL Draft kicks off tonight including which players are rising/falling, which teams are looking to move up/down, what the heck is going on with the Shedeur Sanders hate and Kerby Joseph gets paid! ------------------ NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov releases his first and only mock draft of the 2025 NFL Draft cycle and takes us through each pick starting with Cam Ward at #1 to the Titans and ending with Walter Nolen to the Eagles at #32. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:19 - Welcome to the show 02:03 - Cam Ward (Titans) 03:47 - Travis Hunter (Browns) 05:59 - Abdul Carter (Giants) 07:49 - Will Campbell (Patriots) 10:16 - Tetairoa McMillan (Jaguars) 12:25 - Armand Membou (Raiders) 15:03 - Tyler Warren (Jets) 16:51 - Jalon Walker (Panthers) 18:38 - Kelvin Banks Jr. (Saints) 20:01 - Ashton Jeanty (Bears) 22:13 - Mason Graham (49ers) 23:22 - Matthew Golden  (Cowboys) 25:27 - Jahdae Barron (Dolphins) 27:17 - Colston Loveland (Colts) 28:56 - Mike Green (Falcons) 32:16 - Tyler Booker (Cardinals) 33:37 - Derrick Harmon (Bengals) 34:40 - Grey Zabel (Seahawks) 36:30 - Mykel Williams (Buccaneers) 37:55 - Omarion Hampton (Broncos) 43:39 - Shedeur Sanders (Steelers) 48:03 - Kenneth Grant (Chargers) 49:10 - Will Johnson (Packers) 50:59 - Nick Emmanwori (Vikings) 53:33 - Josh Simmons (Texans) 54:55 - Jihaad Campbell (Rams) 56:47 - Shemar Stewart (Ravens) 58:41 - Josh Conerly Jr. (Lions) 1:00:22 - Emeka Egbuka (Commanders) 1:01:46 - Trey Amos (Bills) 1:02:52 - Donovan Jackson (Chiefs) 1:04:37 - Walter Nolen (Eagles) 1:08:48 - Best available after round 1 ---------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov welcomes in the host of Check The Mic, Sam Monson, to talk some of the biggest questions in the 2025 NFL Draft including the perfect fit for Ashton Jeanty, the biggest boom or bust player, and which player is destined for NFL success. --------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov discusses the 10 burning questions he has before the start of the 2025 NFL Draft including where does Shedeur Sanders get drafted and what are the Jets up to with the 7th overall pick? -------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov breaks down the strongest and weakest position groups in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft which is now less than a week away. He explains why running back led by Ashton Jeanty is in the top and why quarterback is the cellar dweller. Plus, Ari discusses Aaron Rodgers' appearance on the Pat McAfee show which was much ado about nothing. ------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov gives a list of 5 draft prospects who are gaining momentum and could end up as 1st-round picks, including Iowa State Wide Receiver Jayden Higgins. Plus, Ari runs through the hottest trade candidates on the block 1 week ahead of the draft. ---------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov dives into the problems in Miami and the challenges that they could face moving Jalen Ramsey, why the Derek Carr shoulder injury is fishy, the Giants draft plan, and Tyron Smith calls it a career as a Cowboy. ---------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Mike Renner joins Ari Meirov to talk the top quarterbacks in the NFL Draft including Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Milroe & why Dillion Gabriel makes it into his top 3 QBs over Jaxson Dart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov explains what the signing of Joe Flacco means for the Browns QB room in 2025 and if it stops them from going after Kirk Cousins. Ben Allen walks through the potential ramifications if Derek Carr misses extensive time with a shoulder injury, plus, Ari goes 1-on-1 with Kansas State running back DJ Giddens. ------------------------ NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov dives into the prospects expected to go in the 1st round of the 2025 NFL Draft and gives 13 names you may not be as familiar with but NEED to know before they have their names called on April 24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Insider Ari Meirov reveals 5 players in the 2025 NFL Draft that have mostly flown under the radar, but will be taken higher than expected including a running back out of Texas. Plus, Ari and Ben discuss the ongoing drama in Miami with Tyreek Hill and whether he will be back with the team next season. ------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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

Insider Ari Meirov gives 3 teams that must make the most of the 2025 NFL Draft or risk losing their jobs, including the gang out with the Giants. Plus, why the Steelers are meeting with Shedeur Sanders. ---------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to bringing you the best context to the biggest news stories every day with top-notch insight 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