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NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov
Insider Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate on X) brings you the latest news from around the NFL, plus exclusive spotlight interviews with coaches, players and execs from around the league.
Episodes
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovStefon Diggs Being Cut Is More Realistic Than You Think
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovT.J. Watt, Aaron Rodgers, George Pickens & The Steelers Odd Offseason
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovRookies Taken In The 2nd Round Aren't Signing Their Contracts: Ari Explains Why
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovKirk Cousins May Have To Think Like Jimmy Garoppolo - Ari Explains
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovStories From An NFL Pro Scout: Patriots, Texans & More With Ronnie McGill
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovTravis Hunter The BEST Flag Football Player? Ari & Ben Do A Flag Football Fantasy Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovRoger Goodell & Packers Fail To Get Tush Push Banned ... This Year
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Thinks Bears Offensive Line Will Take Big Jump In 2025
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovRaiders GM John Spytek Talks Ashton Jeanty, Tom Brady, 2025 Outlook & His NFL Journey
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhat Brock Purdy's Extension Means For Future Of The 49ers
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovCaleb Williams Almost Did What!? Ari Explains How Close He Got To Shunning The Bears
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri's 10 Takeaways From The 2025 NFL Schedule Release
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Has A Fix For The NFL Schedule Release
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov10 Biggest Contract Disputes Of The Past Decade (Plus Darrelle Revis)
Insider Ari Meirov discusses the latest news surrounding Trey Hendrickson and his contract negotiations (or lack there of) with the Bengals, setting up Ari…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWill Rookie Tyler Shough Be Saints Week 1 Starter?
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhat Ari Would Change About Rookie Contracts / Full Explainer Of What Can & Can't Be Negotiated
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovGeorge Pickens Gets Fresh Start With Dak Prescott & Cowboys
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Gives His 5 Deepest Teams In The NFL
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovStafford's Contract Suggests The Rams Could Grab New QB In 2026
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov25 Extension Candidates Looking To Get Paid BIG This Offseason
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Reveals His 5 Teams That Have Had The Best Offseasons
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Explains Why Star Center Tyler Linderbaum's 5th-Year Option Was Declined + More Decisons
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhy George Kittle's Extension Is Huge For Other Top Tight Ends
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri's Team-By-Team NFL Draft Recap For All 32 Squads
Insider Ari Meirov recaps the NFL draft going through every single team in the league highlighting their best picks, overall trends within the organizations…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri's 10 Takeaways From 2025 NFL Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Meirov Reacts To Round 1 Of The NFL Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Talks NFL Draft Night 1 Rumors
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Meirov Drops His Mock Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovNFL Draft Preview With Sam Monson
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Meirov's 10 Burning Questions Ahead Of The Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovStrongest & Weakest Position Groups In The 2025 NFL Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov5 Prospects Gaining 1st-Round Buzz + Trade Candidates
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhat Are The Dolphins Doing? Tyron Smith Retires, Giants Draft Plans & Carr's Shoulder
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovMike Renner's Top QBs Of The 2025 NFL Draft: Cam Ward & Everyone Else
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovDoes Joe Flacco Stop Browns From Going After Kirk Cousins? + Convo W/DJ Giddens
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov13 Prospects To Know Before The Draft
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov5 Draft Risers NFL Execs Love + Tyreek Hill Drama
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri's 3 Teams That Must Nail The NFL Draft ... Or Else
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…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovSpotlight Guest: Shrine Bowl Director Eric Galko
Insider Ari Meirov welcomes in East-West Shrine Bowl Director Eric Galko to discuss Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter, the development of the Shrine Bowl and his…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Predicts Top 5 Picks Of 2025 NFL Draft + Julio Jone Retires
Ari Meirov discusses the likelihood that Cam Ward will be the 1st pick by the Titans in the 2025 NFL Draft then gives his informed opionion on who the next 4…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Meirov Reacts To Geno Smith Getting The Bag (Plus McBride, Milton & Colorado Showcase)
Insider Ari Meirov breaks down the Geno Smith extension and why even though it seemed like a quick deal, it really dragged out. Plus, reacting to Trey…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovBengals & Hendrickson Dispute Intensifying, Kirk Cousins Update & The Tush Push
Insider Ari Meirov explains why Trey Hendrickson and his team have been struggling to get a deal done with the Bengals and it all comes down to communication…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovMicah Parsons Vs Jerry Jones: Trouble For Cowboys? + Owners Meetings Recap
Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones & star pass rusher Micah Parsons exchanged "words" in the public eye on Tuesday - Ari Meirov breaks it all down. Plus, a full recap…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovNFL Draft Preview With Charles Davis: Biggest Storylines & Questions
Insider Ari Meirov talks the 2025 NFL Draft with NFL Network's Draft Expert Charles Davis and what to watch for with the top players in the draft like Cam…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovBills Extend Young Stud… Not James Cook, Fields QB 1, Draft Update & More!
Ari Meirov dives into the Bills decision to extend CB Christian Benford while RB James Cook sits without one, talks Justin Fields being QB1, the Steelers okay…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Meirov’s Top 5 Moves of Free Agency & More!
It’s a list show! Insider Ari Meirov goes deep into his reporter notebook to give his top 5 moves of free agency, top 5 things to watch ahead of the draft, and…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri: 49ers Would Love To Trade Aiyuk + Titans 1st Pick Rumors & More!
Ari Meirov explains what the Titans are thinking by saying they aren't set on what they are doing with the 1st overall pick, why the 49ers WANT to trade…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovGiants Are A MESS, Diggs To Patriots, Ravens Continue To Raven
Ari Meirov breaks down the 3 big signings from Tuesday with the Giants signing Russell Wilson, the Patriots signing Stefon Diggs, and the Ravens signing…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovSpotlight Guest: Broncos DL Zach Allen
Insider Ari Meirov is joined by Broncos defensive lineman Zach Allen as the Spotlight guest of the week! The two discuss Allen’s path to the NFL, almost…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovQB Market Update: Winston, Rodgers, Tannehill
Ari Meirov dives into all the QB news from the weekend including Jameis Winston signing with the Giants, Aaron Rodgers meeting with the Steelers and Ryan…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovStefon Diggs Still An Option For Patriots? + Much More NFL News
Insider Ari Meirov explains that just because Stefon Diggs left New England without a deal doesn't mean he still couldn't end up with the team. He digs into…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhy the LIONS Proposed The Playoff Seeding Rule Change + Texans Making Moves
Insider Ari Meirov does a deep dive into all the rule change proposals that came out on Wednesday, including why the Lions were the ones to propose that…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAaron Rodgers Is "The Big QB Holdup" + More NFL Updates
Insider Ari Meirov explains what is going with the veteran quarterback market and why Aaron Rodgers is the one holding everything up. He dives into the…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovWhy The Texans Were Smart To Pay Stingley Now, Darnold's REAL Deal, More Chase/Higgins Reacts
Insider Ari Meirov breaks down the massive new contract for Derek Stingley which makes him the highest-paid CB EVER, more reactions from the Ja'Marr Chase/Tee…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovBengals Get Ja’Marr Chase & Tee Higgins Extended
Ari Meirov breaks down the late-Sunday news that the Cincinnati Bengals and their duo of WRs Ja’Marr Chase & Tee Higgins have agreed to record-setting deals…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovEagles Making Money Moves, Top Remaining QBs, Latest on Bengals
Insider Ari Meirov explains why the Eagles are taking a shot with some buy-low options to fill out their roster, addresses the top remaining quarterbacks on…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovCooper Kupp Cut, Russell Wilson A Giant? + More Free Agent Signings
Ari Meirov discusses the wide interest Cooper Kupp is expected to garner now that he has been cut, gives a little behind-the-scenes on Russell Wilson's Giants…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovDaniel Jones Vs. Anthony Richardson In Indy, More Major Free Agent Signings & Comp. Picks Given
Ari Meirov explains why the Colts gave so much money for Daniel Jones to sign with them and what it means for Anthony Richardson, discusses the major signings…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovAri Reacts To The "1st" Day Of NFL Free Agency
Ari Meirov gives his thoughts an analyzes all the major deals from the "1st Day" of NFL Free Agency (aka legal tampering period) and discusses the impact it…
NFL Spotlight w/ Ari MeirovJosh Allen, Myles Garrett, Davante Adams & DK Metcalf Get PAID
Insider Ari Meirov gives 1 final update before NFL free agency kicks off after an insane weekend of major moves and signings including Josh Allen and Myles…