Episodes
April 10th and 11th, Tampa, Florida the home of WrestleMania 37, and there's no one better to host it than Tampa native and WWE Superstar Titus O'Neil. Titus discusses how this WrestleMania will be very special as the representation of diversity will be showcased throughout the two days in April. O'Neil is also very committed to helping out his community through his many charitable acts. And, what does hosting, alongside Hulk Hogan, WrestleMania mean to him? Learn more about your ad-choices...
Published 03/25/21
We've got a Maniac on the Lights Out Podcast. Colts LB Darius Leonard joins Shawne Merriman to discuss how he got his "Maniac" nickname. Darius wasn't always on the defensive side of the ball, he tells Shawne a great story of how he started playing ball on the offensive side and how he plead with his college coach to get the ball in a game. And, Darius shares a story of how he first met Shawne and how the two share a similar path of giving back to their hometowns.  Learn more about your...
Published 03/18/21
Shawne jumps on the Odd Couple with Chris Broussard and Rob Parker and discusses how Trevor Lawerence could be a smokescreen. The Kansas City Chiefs have cut some key players, but will they be able to make it back to the super bowl with a high-paid quarterback? Will Dak Prescott be able to get some help, and will the Cowboys have to run the ball more? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 03/12/21
Why does Akbar Gbaja-Biamila owe his NFL career to Shawne Merriman? In this episode of the Lights Out Podcast, Akbar describes his post-NFL career from working at a local San Diego TV station to hosting American Ninja Warrior. Ninja Classes???Shawne and Akbar reminisce about the time Shawne tried to conquer the course and failed miserably. Akabr, then asks Shawne a question about stepping into the ring with Jake or Logan Paul. Learn more about your ad-choices at...
Published 03/04/21
One of the best wide receivers in the game jumps on the Lights Out Podcast. Seattle Seahawks D.K. Metcalf talks about his relationship with Russell Wilson and where he stands with the rumors he's hearing. Metcalf recently talked with Calvin Johnson and was surprised what Johnson told him. Also, D.K confirms the Darius Slay story that was trending last week. There was one person that started it all. And D.K recorded, not one, but two rap songs this past season with a Seattle Rapper. Learn...
Published 02/25/21
The Champ is here!!! The Daytona 500 champion Michael McDowell puts the hammer down on this Lights Out Podcast. McDowell discusses how he won with duct tape on his car. Which family member would he wreck to win at Daytona? And how much does owner Bob Jenkins believe in him? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/18/21
Shawne Merriman stopped by Up On Game to share some of his favorite memories of the late Marty Schottenheimer and what set the former Chargers and Washington head coach apart from the others. Plus, Shawne weighs in on J.J. Watt's release from the Houston Texans and whether or not NFL stars should be included in personnel decisions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/15/21
With the NASCAR season starting up, Shawne talks with full-time Xfinity Series driver Gray Gaulding. Gaulding talks about his career as a young driver in the K&N Pro Series to his current position on the NASCAR scene. Gray has high aspirations for his team this year and wants to be the best driver in the history of NASCAR.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/11/21
Will Tom Brady outlive everyone in the NFL? Shawne Merriman drops more knowledge on how Brady has become the best in the game. What surprised Shawne the most about the Buccaneers dominating the O-Line of K.C? And Shawne speaks on Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson, when you're the face of a franchise, you should be able to have input on whomever the team decides to bring in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/10/21
LaVar Arrington, T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Plaxico Burress get you ready for Super Bowl LV and discuss the mindset that the Buccaneers and Chiefs have heading into the big game. Plus, who has the advantage in this game?  Subscribe to Up On Game here.... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/up-on-game/id1542652485 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/07/21
The big news around the NFL is, of course, Deshaun Watson staying or going? Well, DE of the Miami Dolphins Shaq Lawson may have some insight on his former Clemson teammate. Also, Lawson gives you an inside look at the relationship between Fitzpatrick and Tua. Shaq also has a ton of confidence in Tua to lead the team, but if Watson does come to Miami what will happen to the quarterback position. Listen and find out! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/05/21
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Published 02/04/21
Super Bowl 55 is almost here and Shawne Merriman is talking to a Super Bowl 50 Champion. Safety TJ Ward hops on and talks about his career as he just retired from the NFL. TJ also answers the question, who is the better quarter-back Peyton Manning or Tom Brady? The answer is a complete shock! And TJ gives an honest opinion on his former team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, this opinion will grab the headlines! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/02/21
Does Shawne Merriman think the Stafford trade to the Rams is a good idea? Is this a Super Bowl or bust for the Rams with this move? In a previous episode, Shawne mentioned the Jaguars should trade the number one pick for DeShaun Watson; should Urban Meyer make that move? And you'll never guess what melted Shawne's heart? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 02/01/21
On this special edition of the Lights Out Podcast, a 3X First-Team All-Pro brings some Tampa Bay love to Shawne Merriman. Listen to DT Gerald McCoy reminds us that Tampa has had some big-time players and this current team had winning in their blood. McCoy also talks about his first time stepping into the locker room in Carolina. Why was he conditioned to hate these players? He talks about the misconception of Cam Newton and how people have it all wrong about him. And finally, Gerald had big...
Published 01/29/21
Corey Liuget, the 2018 Walter Payton Man Of The Year Nominee, drops the hammer on this podcast with Shawne Merriman. Corey talks about the culture of the Houston Texans, who is really at fault? Will Corey retire, or does he have some dog left in him? And Shawne and Corey talk about their similar paths in the NFL.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 01/28/21
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Published 01/25/21
Shawne Merriman joins The Jason Smith Show and has some great stories about his former San Diego Chargers teammate Phillip Rivers. Including Rivers beating Shawne in a foot race and his rapping freestyle skills. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 01/22/21
Shawne Merriman joins The Odd Couple and says, Yes, his former San Diego Chargers teammate Phillip Rivers is a Hall Of Famer!! Can he convince Chris Broussard & Rob Parker? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 01/21/21
BILLS MAFIA RISE UP!!!! Former Buffalo Bills' Fred Jackson and Shawne Merriman discuss the glory days of playing with the Bills. The guys discuss how stacked their teams were, but they couldn't get over the hump. Are Buffalo fans the best in the NFL? What is clicking with this current team? Can they make it to the Superbowl? If the Bills make it to the Superbowl, will Shawne show up and party with Bills Mafia? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Published 01/21/21
Shawne joins Outkick The Coverage with Clay Travis and discusses what the next move for Ravens should be. Is the offensive play calling the issue? The Bills playing in the AFC championship game, there is only one group Shawne feels sorry for. With Patrick Mahomes in concussion protocol, how should the Bills prepare for this game? Browns fans, you should be feeling a certain way and DeShaun Watson is the face of the Texans and you don't even talk to him about the new head coach. Learn more...
Published 01/18/21
Super Bowl Champion and recent inductee into the College Football Hall Of Fame Darren Sproles made his way onto the Lights Out Podcast with Shawne Merriman. In this bonus episode, funny stories are in store as the two guys talk about training on a track in Santa Monica. Who out lifted who on the bench? And, as a recently retired player, what is next for Darren Sproles? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Published 01/15/21
Imagine seeing a 4x Mr. Olympia winner at a pool in Vegas. Now, what would you do? Well, Shawne Merriman decided to spear Jay Cutler into the pool. Listen as the guys talk about their first time meeting one another. With the gyms closed due to the pandemic, the guys discuss the mental and emotional stress people are dealing with. And Jay Cutler gives you some tips on how you can relieve some stress during this time.  Learn more about your ad-choices at...
Published 01/14/21
Shawne Merriman joins Outkick The Coverage With Clay Travis and talks about how the expansion of the NFL playoff worked this year. Is Tom Brady being underrated this year? Why are guys giving some much bulletin board material and not backing it up? Is social media helping or hurting the player or the team? Why did Shawne decide to play football and how torn up was he to watch Phillip Rivers and the Buffalo Bills play. Learn more about your ad-choices at...
Published 01/11/21
This podcast is full of laughs and surprises as we take a trip down Maryland lane as Shawne Merriman and D'Qwell Jackson discuss their time as roommates at the University. Also, where or who has D'Qwell's "Deflate-Gate" football that he intercepted from Tom Brady? If found, please return it to him. And Jackson tells you which fan base is better, Cleveland or Indianapolis? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Published 01/07/21