Podcast appearances and mentions of ari meirov

Ari Meirov is joined by Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer to discuss the Panthers 2025 season outlook, define what success would be, what changed for Bryce Young, and how Tetairoa McMillan has been looking for Carolina. 00:00 - Show open 00:30 - Panthers vibe check 1:51 - How things changed with Dave Canales & Dan Morgan 03:36 - Has David Tepper taken a step back? 05:56 - What changed for Bryce Young? 10:19 - Did Panthers think Young would return as starter? 11:35 - Expectations for offensive weapons 14:34 - Expectations for OL 16:10 - Could this be a top-10 offense? 17:15 - Expectations for defense/Derrick Brown 21:46 - What would be a successful season? 24:13 - Who deserves a spotlight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Reporter Turron Davenport to discuss the Tennessee Titans first season with rookie Cameron Ward under center. He gets into which players are cornerstone pieces, how good the WR room really is, and what a realistic goal is for the team. 00:00 - Show open 00:35 - Turron Davenport joins us! 01:13 - Titans vibe check 02:02 - Front office/coaching dynamic 03:41 - Cam or Cameron? 04:51 - Cameron Ward early impressions 06:31 - Cameron Ward's leadership style 08:15 - WR room outlook 12:01 - Expectations for offensive line 15:35 - Expectations for defense 17:11 - Expectations for L'Jarius Sneed year 2 18:14 - Who are Titans cornerstone players? 21:08 - Realistic goal for Titans 21:40 - What Titans must see from Cameron Ward year 1 22:43 - Who deserves a Spotlight? 24:11 - How bout them Mets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by Purple Insider reporter Matthew Coller to talk all things Vikings outlook for 2025. He discusses J.J. McCarthy taking over at QB, how the team will split reps with Aaron Jones & Jordan Mason, the defensive additions and a whole lot more! 00:00 - Show open 00:31 - Matthew Coller joins us! 01:24 - Vikings vibe check 04:31 - Sam Darnold out, J.J. McCarthy in 09:32 - expectations for offensive line 13:00 - WR room outlook with Jordan Addison suspended 16:41 - How Vikings with balance Aaron Jones/Jordan Mason workloads 20:17 - Expectations for defense 23:49 - How Javon Hargrave & Jonathan Allen look 26:28 - Expectations for secondary 30:41 - Who deserves a spotlight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area to talk the San Francisco 49ers season outlook including whether the team is ready to compete in 2025, Brock Purdy's hefty extension, what is going on with the WR room and whether Christian McCaffrey can return to form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's NFL Spotlight Guest this week is Chicago Bears Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle. Declan explains how he went from playing baseball to being the youngest OC in the NFL, his relationship with new Head Coach Ben Johnson, what he has seen from Caleb Williams, and why he MUST sweat every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by Kansas City Chiefs Senior Reporter Matt McMullen to discuss what KC has in store for the 2025 season including the weapons surrounding Patrick Mahomes, what Travis Kelce's workload will be like, Xavier Worthy's sophomore year, and the importance of coordinator retention for the team with Super Bowl aspirations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by NewOrleans.Football founder Nick Underhill to give a full preview of what the Saints have in store for 2025 including whether we will see Tyler Shough or Spencer Rattler as the Week 1 starting quarterback, how much Alvin Kamara will be touching the ball, the future of Chris Olave and how many wins the team will collect in 2025 under first-year head coach Kellen Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by Your Boy Q of the Locked On Raiders Podcast to give a season preview for the Las Vegas Raiders. The two discuss Pete Carroll taking over as head coach, Geno Smith's acquisition, Ashton Jeanty being drafted, a deep dive into their defense & a whole lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gives a season preview for the Arizona Cardinals with PHNX Arizona Cardinals Podcast Host Johnny Venerable. The two discuss the outlook for the team in 2025, the revamped defense, expectations for Marvin Harrison Jr, the future of Kyler Murray, plus a whole lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by former NFL player and Chiefs VP of Player Personnel Tim Terry as our Spotlight Guest of the Week. Tim discusses going from his playing days to the executive route, being a 4-time Super Bowl Champion, explains what it was like drafting Aaron Rodgers with Brett Favre on the roster, and gives an outlook for the Chiefs in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gets into the latest with Micah Parsons' trade request and what he really needs to do if he wants to force the issue with the Dallas Cowboys. Ari discusses the James Cook hold in, 2 Zachs getting paid, Keenan Allen visiting the Chargers and our Tuesday Spotlight Guest of the week is revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov does a deep dive into Terry McLaurin's trade request - how we got here, why the Washington Commanders are reluctant to pay him, what happens next and whether a trade is going to happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov discusses the futures of Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young & Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson as they enter their 3rd NFL seasons and seemingly going in different directions as they push for extensions next offseason. Will either do enough to get one? Ari gets into it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov explains the impact Courtland Sutton's extension with the Denver Broncos will have on Terry McLaurin's contract talk with the Washington Commanders. Ari discusses Trey Hendrickson holding-in at Cincinnati Bengals training camp and what it means for the potential extension. He gives an update on injuries from around the league and discusses the ongoing story involving Christian Wilkins and his inappropriate behavior with his teammates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov's Spotlight Guest of the Week is Viking Safety Josh Metellus! Josh discusses his journey to the NFL, the heartbreak of being cut after his first training camp, becoming the most versatile defender in the NFL, importance of setting goals and a little on his QB J.J. McCarthy! Plus, Ben Allen asks the hard hitting questions including how happy Josh was that the Vikings DIDN'T sign Aaron Rodgers. 00:00 - Cold open 00:40 - Welcome in! 02:12 - Start of interview 05:56 - Josh's dream of being a lawyer 08:16 - Talking High school ball 10:34 - Being drafted during COVID 15:10 - Being waived after training camp 18:40 - Why goal setting matters 22:56 - Impact Brian Flores has had on Josh's career 25:36 - Playing 21+ spots on defense 29:43 - Are you the most versatile player in the NFL? 32:26 - Would you do media after football? 34:34 - How Josh will coordinate the defenses' dances 35:55 - Expectations for J.J. McCarthy 38:02 - Who deserves a spotlight 39:51 - Final thoughts 41:09 - Start of Rejected Questions 41:28 - How much Disney do you watch? 43:31 - Going to H.S. with Lil Pump 44:46 - Would you have been drafted higher if you went to Ohio State? 45:42 - How happy are you the Vikings didn't sign Aaron Rodgers? 46:45 - Getting a “warning card” at Timberwolves game ----------------------------- 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

Bill opened the show by using the Rob Manfred/Bryce Harper dustup to explain why a MLB lockout would benefit the sport greatly. Bill then reacted to Deion Sanders announcing that he beat cancer before discussing what Luka Doncic's new body means for the Lakers. Bill ended the hour by reacting to calls on the implications of a MLB lockout and Luka's revenge body. Hour two kicked off with Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team hopping on to discuss the latest NFL storylines before diving into Buy or Sell, where Bill answers if Baker Mayfield is the most underrated quarterback in the NFL and if players should be completely banned from gambling. The show ends with Bill paying his respects to Hall of Famer and Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg.

Ari Meirov discusses the record setting deal for Los Angeles Charger Tackle Rashawn Slater and what it means for the larger offensive line market, plus Jake Ferguson extends, Shemar Stewart signs, Terry McLaurin is "hurt" and we reveal our Tuesday Spotlight Guest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov breaks down the biggest and most interesting position battles taking place on offense around NFL training camps, including the 4-way battle in Cleveland that sees Joe Flacco, Kenny Picket, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders fighting for snaps. Plus, Ari reacts to the breaking news that the Las Vegas Raiders are releasing Christian Wilkins after just 1 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gets you ready for NFL Training Camps with the 10 storylines to keep an eye on with the players back on the field and preseason games approaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov dives into the hold out & hold in situations around the NFL including those taking place with the Cowboys (Micah Parsons), Bengals (Trey Hendrickson & Shemar Stewart) and the Commanders (Terry McLaurin) - discusses the likely outcomes and when we should expect the deals to be figured out. Plus, Zach Tom extends with the Packers and 3 NFL stars hang up their cleats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by the Jaguars newly minted offensive coordinator Grant Udinski to talk his remarkable rise from living in his car and driving for Uber, to one of the youngest coordinators in the history of the NFL all in less than 10 years. He discusses his stops leading up to the Jaguars and what fans should expect from their star players like Travis Hunter, Trevor Lawrence & Brian Thomas Jr. this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov discusses the unretiring and subsequent trade of Darren Waller from the Giants to the Dolphins and why Waller could be walking into Miami as the top tight end in the building. Plus, Ari gives an update on T.J. Watt's holdout as he seeks an extension from the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by Texans Assistant General Manager Chris Blanco to talk about his path to the NFL, why having a wide range of skills can enhance your options in the NFL, and Chris discusses the current construction of the Texans roster with C.J. Stroud under center. Plus, Ari talks about the blockbuster trade that sent Jalen Ramsey to the Steelers and Minkah Fitzpatrick back to the Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov gives his 5 players with the MOST to prove this upcoming season. While all players really have "something", these 5 want to put the rest of the NFL on notice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov dives into Justin Tucker getting a 10-game suspension and how that number was determined by all parties involved. Plus, Ari discusses the Buccaneers extending Todd Bowles/Jason Licht AND what a successful final season for Aaron Rodgers would look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov discusses the bombshell report from Pablo Torre & Mike Florio (see link below) that an arbitrator reportedly found the NFL/Roger Goodell encouraged teams to collude to reduce guarantees for veterans in the wake of the Deshaun Watson fully-guaranteed deal. Ari breaks down what it means for the league and how they will respond - if at all. Watch the full episode of "Pablo Torre Finds Out" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov is joined by the VP of Client Strategy at Athletes First, A.J. Stevens as our first agency Spotlight guest!. A.J. talks his role in negotiating contracts for some of the biggest NFL stars including Dak Prescott, Brian Burns & more! Plus, what he would change about the CBA, his favorite deals, and what he has changed about the way Athletes First looks at deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Meirov breaks down the Packers announcement that they will not be extending head coach Matt LaFleur or GM Brian Gutekunst this year and why this is all sparked by a change at the president position. Plus, discussing Jalen Ramsey and his looming trade. Finally, Ari reveals who will be Tuesday's spotlight guest will be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 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

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 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

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 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