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UCLA Football Journey with Stephan Blaylock, From St. John Bosco to Defensive Captain
Former UCLA safety and defensive captain Stephan Blaylock joins the Football by Nikko Show to discuss his journey from being afraid of contact in Pop Warner to earning his role at St. John Bosco, starting 44 consecutive games for UCLA and becoming one of the leaders who helped change the Bruins' culture. He also discusses Quentin Lake's growth into Captain Q, Alex Johnson's journey from walk-on to Rams defensive back and the influence of Chip Kelly, Brian Norwood and Dorian Thompson-Robinson.
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2 Aug 2026
Ethan Evans on His NFL Growth, Welcome-to-the-League Moment and Life as a Rams Punter
Los Angeles Rams punter Ethan Evans joins the Football by Nikko Show to discuss entering Year 4 in the NFL, how training camp has slowed down since his rookie season and the routine that keeps him consistent.
Evans also shares his welcome-to-the-NFL moment in Seattle, the adjustment from Wingate University to packed NFL stadiums, what fans may not understand about punting and the chemistry inside the Rams special teams room.
30 Jul 2026
Josaiah Stewart on Rams Development, Learning From Myles Garrett, and Earning His Role
Josaiah Stewart joins the FootballByNikko Show for a conversation about his development, mindset, and early transition to the Rams.
We discuss his journey from being a premier pass rusher in college to joining a loaded NFL defensive line room, what he has learned from Myles Garrett and the veterans around him, and how he is approaching the process of earning his role at the next level.
Stewart also shares what goes into pass rush development, adjusting to a new standard, and the lessons he is taking from every rep as he continues to grow in Los Angeles.
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