NFL Spotlight w/ Ari Meirov

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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.

  1. Cowboys Klayton Adams Shares His Journey To Becoming Dallas’ Offensive Coordinator

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

    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

    59 min
  2. Texans STC Frank Ross On His Journey To The NFL, DeMeco Ryans, Deal or No Deal & Much More!

    Jun 9

    Texans STC Frank Ross On His Journey To The NFL, DeMeco Ryans, Deal or No Deal & Much More!

    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

    56 min
  3. NFL Post-June 1 Reaction: Myles Garrett Traded To Rams, A.J. Brown Headed To Patriots & Much More!

    Jun 2

    NFL Post-June 1 Reaction: Myles Garrett Traded To Rams, A.J. Brown Headed To Patriots & Much More!

    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

    46 min
  4. Ari's Top 10 NFL Storylines For Rest Of Offseason

    May 26

    Ari's Top 10 NFL Storylines For Rest Of Offseason

    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

    49 min
  5. Colts OC Jim Bob Cooter Explains His Name, Path To NFL, Working With Daniel Jones / Spotlight Guest

    May 19

    Colts OC Jim Bob Cooter Explains His Name, Path To NFL, Working With Daniel Jones / Spotlight Guest

    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

    48 min
  6. 49ers' Ji'Ayir Brown Shares His Journey to the NFL With Ari Meirov: Spotlight Guest

    May 12

    49ers' Ji'Ayir Brown Shares His Journey to the NFL With Ari Meirov: Spotlight Guest

    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

    41 min
  7. Terrion Arnold Goes 1-On-1 As NFL Spotlight Guest

    May 5

    Terrion Arnold Goes 1-On-1 As NFL Spotlight Guest

    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

    45 min
  8. Ari Meirov Reveals His Top 10 Takeaways From NFL Draft

    Apr 28

    Ari Meirov Reveals His Top 10 Takeaways From NFL Draft

    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

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