From The Perch: Recent Episodes
From The Perch
From The Perch will bring you all you need -- and want -- to know about the Atlanta Falcons through interviews, analysis and features. Host Michael Rothstein has covered the NFL since 2013 for ESPN, first the Detroit Lions and now the Atlanta Falcons. He also was the host of The Michael Rothstein Show, covering the Lions, before moving to Atlanta. Prior to covering the NFL, he covered Michigan football and basketball and Notre Dame football and basketball.
It may come as a surprise, but From The Perch is ending (for now). It's been a super fun ride and in the last episode we take your questions about free agency, the draft and much more. Plus, a little bit of an explanation of why the show is at the very least pausing as of now.
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Explaining the Falcons' interest (or lack of interest) in Lamar Jackson and why or why not it would make sense for Atlanta. Plus, the Falcons bring back Lorenzo Carter, the first major free agent to re-sign for Atlanta.
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The new league year is a week away -- at least the tampering period -- which means it's time to figure out which of the Falcons heading to free agency might return for 2023 and beyond. We break down each guy heading toward free agency (for now) and offer some sort off prediction of whether or not they'll be back and why or why not.
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The Atlanta Falcons, not surprisingly, have moved on from quarterback Marcus Mariota. It opened up more money for them for next year with a player who wasn't going to be a starter. Plus, it's NFL Combine time, so what might the Falcons be looking at and what could it all mean? We get into that in the show, too.
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It's draft season, which means it's also mock draft season. We give two mock draft scenarios for this year -- one of which is wild, the other which was even potentially more surprising -- for the first version of the mock draft madness, pre-free agency and pre-combine edition.
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The Atlanta Falcons have the No. 8 pick in this year's NFL Draft (for now). So with that in mind, we look at eight potential prospects Atlanta could consider at the spot -- and one position they should not. We break all of that down on today's show as we start our months-long draft coverage on the pod.
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A small mailbag episode today as we get into the Falcons quarterback situation and what it might mean to stay the course with what Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot are building versus going big for a change. Plus, some other quarterback questions, too.
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Arthur Blank, the owner of the Falcons, talked for the first time in almost a while this week at the Super Bowl and he said some pretty interesting stuff about expectations and the team's quarterback situation. We explain what that might mean from the guy who signs all the checks on this episode of From The Perch.
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New Atlanta Falcons DC Ryan Nielsen spoke to the media this week and while he didn’t say much — there were clues for what to expect in his Falcons defense. We explain what you might see.
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It’s Super Bowl week so naturally we look to see how the Falcons can potentially be in the final game of the season next season. We break down what needs to happen for that to even be a possibility on this episode.
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It's Shrine Game day so we break down what it could mean for the Falcons. Plus, what the hire of Jerry Gray by the Atlanta Falcons means to the team and the defense. Prospects Trey Dean (safety, Florida) and Dallas Daniels (wide receiver, Jackson State) join the show
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The Falcons have a new defensive coordinator in Ryan Nielsen. What it means and who the team could go after is part of the conversation. Then we shift to the East-West game, where we spoke with two players playing under the Falcons staff this week -- Wake Forest receiver AT Perry and Maryland WR Jacob Copeland. Two fun conversations about football -- and in Perry's case, horror.
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The Falcons are coaching in the Shrine Game. We break down what that means for them coaching the East team — and also some players they’ll be coaching that will be worth paying attention to.
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It’s a mailbag edition of the podcast, where we hit on all of your questions and concerns from the Falcons (and other stuff, too, because hey, it’s the offseason!).
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The Atlanta Falcons defense is going to see some change — from coordinator to personnel to perhaps the core of what they run. What might that mean for players? And who are their key contributors regardless? We break that down here.
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With the offseason going on, we break down the Atlanta Falcons’ offense from last season and try to give some look into what it might look like in 2023. Plus, an update of sorts on the defensive coordinator search.
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The offseason is here and will it … questions. Questions about the quarterback. Questions about the future of the defense and what Atlanta might do with the salary cap room it now has. It’ll be interesting to watch as we start to break all of that down here.
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The Falcons finish their 2022 season at 7-10 by beating Tom Brady for the first time. Tyler Allgeier went over 1,000 yards for the season. Drake London set a Falcons rookie receptions record. And what to do about Desmond Ridder in the future? We unpack that and more in this episode.
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Yes, there's still a game to play this week, but much of the conversation Wednesday was surrounding Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills safety that as of Wednesday night was still in critical condition after collapsing on the field during the Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game Monday night. Spent the episode hearing from players about how they processed the injury, conversations with their families and what they have been thinking trying to move forward. Appreciative for guys being willing to take their time to talk today about Hamlin and how seeing this affected them as From The Perch also sends its deepest thoughts to Hamiin and his family.
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The Falcons won a game, Desmond Ridder’s first win as the team’s starter. But it wasn’t always pretty. We break down the good, the bad and what it all might mean on this episode.
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The Atlanta Falcons are a couple of games away from ending their season. But might they get a win first? We break that down. Plus, linebacker Rashaan Evans joins the show to talk his football path, his days as a quarterback (which led to some locker room laughing) and why he's so into horses).
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The Falcons are once again playing out the string, but what did we learn in Atlanta’s loss in Baltimore. And what can it mean for the franchise’s future. Plus a breakdown of some bad officiating and your questions.
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The Falcons head to a cold weather (ish) climate on Saturday to face the Baltimore Ravens. Will Lamar Jackson be there? And what of Lamar Jackson's future? We discuss that and more with ESPN's Baltimore Ravens reporter, Jamison Hensley.
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It was not a performance you probably expected, but we break down everything that just happened in Desmond Ridder’s debut and so much more, including Dean Pees and your questions.
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It's rivalry week. There's a new starting quarterback in Atlanta, Desmond Ridder. To understand all of it, we talk with ESPN Saints reporter Katherine Terrell and then get into the different dynamics at play with Desmond RIdder and Marcus Mariota, what happened and what it could mean now and in the future.
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While quarterback was the big move, it might not be the only one for the Atlanta Falcons. After losing 4 of their last five games, Arthur Smith made it clear changes were coming. So we look at what other changes might happen by the time the Falcons get on the field Sunday against the Saints.
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After losing four of five games, Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith essentially said everything is on the table in terms of what the team might and might not do, including a change at quarterback. We look at why that might make sense for Atlanta. Then, quarterback Desmond Ridder joins the show (9:10) to chat about his journey so far this season and his path to the NFL.
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After their fourth loss in five games, and another woeful offensive performance, Falcons head coach Arthur Smith left open the possibility of changing quarterbacks. Will he do it? We get into that, reviewing the game and your questions in this episode
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We change it up a little bit on today's show as Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Chris Lindstrom joins the podcast to chat about his journey to the NFL, what he might do when his playing days are over and how his diet changes from in-season to out-of-season. Plus, Rothstein breaks down Kyle Pitts to injured reserve and Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin explains what stands out the most about Atlanta's offense -- an answer that might surprise you.
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With a chance to win late, a red zone turnover kills the Falcons chances. We break down that play, that decision, and what it might mean for the rest of the season. Plus, your questions.
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Another jam-packed holiday episode. We break down what the injuries to Kyle Pitts and Ta'Quon Graham mean for the Atlanta Falcons and then Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver joins the show to chat about football, Thanksgiving and more. Finally, ESPN Washington Commanders reporter John Keim comes on to chat about Sunday's sneaky-big matchup between the Falcons and Commanders.
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A good game plan, a homecoming foiled and an NFL record falls. Just another Sunday for the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and we break it all down for you here.
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A jam-packed episode. We talk with ESPN's Courtney Cronin on the Chicago Bears, the similarities between the Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears and, of course, Atlanta native Justin Fields. Jalen Mayfield and I chat about returning to practice and his journey thus far and Marcus Mariota explains how he tries to not hear the noise around his recent performances. Plus, some fantasy advice and a prediction.
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In a two-game losing streak, there’s a lot that has gone wrong for the Falcons on offense and defense, from players to overall units. We break down — and offer explanations for how to fix — Atlanta’s five biggest issues.
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The Falcons, in a prime time appearance, look awful in a loss to the Panthers. We explain what happened and what could be next at the quarterback position and elsewhere.
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Previewing the Falcons-Panthers Thursday night football matchup with ESPN's David Newton, who covers the Panthers. Also, we delve deeper into Atlanta's defense, which is a struggling unit right now.
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Missed opportunities. What’s going on with Kyle Pitts? And a run game that still works. We break all of that down plus your questions in this episode.
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The Falcons were surprisingly busy at the trade deadline including moving on from one last star from the Dan Quinn era. They might get their top running back back soon and since it’s close to midseason, we break down the Falcons at the middle of the year.
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The Falcons are in first place after one of the wildest games I’ve ever covered. But at 4-4, Atlanta is in a good place in the division. We break down the insanity that was the Falcons’ win over Carolina
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The Atlanta Falcons have a chance to take control of the NFC South. Ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, ESPN's Michael Rothstein takes time to talk Falcons Football with Chris and Nick. Nobody covers the Falcons like "Ace" so enjoy!
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For the third straight year, the Falcons and Panthers play on Halloween weekend. We break down what we might see Sunday with ESPN Panthers reporter David Newton, including the rise of P.J. Walker. Also caught up briefly with Falcons owner Arthur Blank and minority owner Warrick Dunn on the state of the team in 2022.
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The Atlanta Falcons had injuries in their secondary, an offense that couldn’t move the ball and it all resulted in a blowout loss. We try to break down what happened and what happens next
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The Atlanta Falcons will face one of the NFL's top receiving corps Sunday when they play the Cincinnati Bengals and they'll be doing it down their veteran in the secondary. So how do the Falcons handle Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Co.? We break that down with ESPN Bengals reporter Ben Baby and also get into much more about Cincinnati, Hayden Hurst, the matchup itself and Cincinnati cuisine. Plus, Michael offers his prediction and some personal stories as well.
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The Atlanta Falcons are at .500 again. Arthur Smith is having postgame beers with his offensive line. And the run game is legitimate. We break down what happened and get into your questions.
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What might Sunday look like? We get into that with ESPN's Nick Wagoner, who covers the Niners. Plus, Kyle Pitts is back at practice and some thoughts on the Deion Jones trade.
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The Falcons lose a heartbreaker to Tampa Bay on a questionable-at-best call on Grady Jarrett, among other things. We get into that, what the offense looked like minus Kyle Pitts and Cordarrelle Patterson and more. Plus your questions.
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A lot of things going on with the Atlanta Falcons this week and that goes beyond playing for first place in the division and being over .500 for the first time since the end of 2017. Injuries to stars. New focal points. And an opponent that has a bunch of issues on their own. We get into all of that on this episode of From The Perch.
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Through another 200-yard rushing game, the Atlanta Falcons won their second straight game. We break down what went well, what didn’t and answer all your questions.
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Two of the NFL's top rushers face off Sunday when Nick Chubb and Cleveland face Cordarrelle Patterson and Atlanta. We break that down with ESPN's Jake Trotter, who covers the Browns. We also get into the Myles Garrett situation and more. Also, Kyle Pitts explains a friendly wager that, well, left him wearing something he really didn't want to on Wednesday. Plus Bryan Edwards talks about being a healthy scratch last Sunday.
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This one was big. On the road. Shut down a two-game losing streak and gave Arthur Smith something to build off of. Plus, Cordarrelle Patterson continues to impress as a full-time running back, Drake London continues to catch touchdowns and there is potential -- young potential -- with this team. We get into that and more.
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The 0-2 Atlanta Falcons are trying to pick up their first win of the year and Seattle might be the team's most opportunistic chance yet. We explain why in this episode of the show -- plus diving deeper into Kyle Pitts and what he's doing for the Falcons.
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Another week, another heart-stopper for the Atlanta Falcons, who lose to the Los Angeles Rams, 31-27. We look at the good, the bad and the biggest questions, including what's going on with tight end Kyle Pitts, who has only four catches through the first two games.
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The Atlanta Falcons head to Los Angeles to face two familiar (to Georgians) faces in Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and head coach Sean McVay. What might some of the challenges be? We chat with ESPN's Los Angeles Rams reporter Sarah Barshop about that, discuss covering Cooper Kupp & Allen Robinson with Falcons CB Casey Hayward and get into the slide-or-not conversation with Atlanta quarterback Marcus Mariota in this episode.
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A 16-point fourth-quarter collapse. A defense that got pressure until it couldn't anymore. An offense that looked promising -- until it got thwarted. A fumble, a coaching decision that could go either way and so much more. How a promising win turns into a crushing defeat -- plus your questions on this edition of From The Perch.
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It's finally here. Game week. Game podcast. To break down the hate between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints, ESPN's Katherine Terrell joins the show to look at this matchup, what's changed in New Orleans and how much fuel ex-New Orleans coach Sean Payton brought to this rivalry. Plus, an update on Falcons WR Drake London and a game prediction.
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A Mailbag episode of From The Perch to kick off NFL week -- looking at linebacker rotations, Marcus Mariota, Arthur Blank and the future of the franchise and much, much more. Plus, what happens when you wear a New York Mets hat in the Atlanta airport. Good times.
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Not any massive surprises on the Falcons' initial 53-man roster, but assuredly there will be movement to come. But we break down some of the biggest moves,some of the more surprising cuts and go position-by-position to see what it might mean for 2022.
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Frank Darby and Qadree Ollison, two Atlanta Falcons on the roster bubble, explain what's going through their minds during this uncertain time about their futures. Plus, we break down what we think will happen with Atlanta's initial 53-man roster and why they got to this point.
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Training camp is over. Last preseason game and roster cuts coming up in the next few days. It's been a long month deciphering what these Atlanta Falcons might look like. So through looking at the last day of joint practices -- and open-to-the-media practices -- we take you the good, the questionable and more of the Falcons training camp and Day 2 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Big news -- Falcons LB Deion Jones comes off the PUP list. Now, what does that mean for Atlanta. And it happened as the Falcons started joint practices with the Jacksonville Jaguars -- we break all of that down for you, too. Busy day up in Flowery Branch, with the end of training camp truly approaching.
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The Falcons had to make five cuts Tuesday -- and two veteran receivers were let go. We explain what the five moves might mean for the roster, looking at what could be worth watching when Jacksonville comes to town for joint practices and take your questions in a mailbag edition of the pod.
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The Atlanta Falcons looked good on offense. Looked good on defense. But take all of it with an appropriate grain of salt because the Jets' starters largely didn't play and it's still the preseason. But there are good things to take, positive and negative, from what happened Monday night's second preseason game -- including some interesting potential moves up the depth chart.
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The Atlanta Falcons have preseason game No. 2 on Monday night when they face the New York Jets on Monday Night Football. We give you some things to listen to -- and then in the second half of the show break down the 53-man roster as we see it entering Monday night's game (with some roster spots still definitely up for grabs).
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The Falcons are off to New Jersey for joint practices with the Jets (we're not going), but a lot happened before they left. Marlon Davidson had surgery -- what that could mean for him and for the Falcons going forward. Plus, we chat with Feleipe Franks about tight end conversion and Madden and Arnold Ebiketie about his development.
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The Atlanta Falcons had an off day but it doesn't mean the franchise wasn't busy churning a bit of the roster. We dive into that, what to make of the team's tight ends behind Kyle Pitts and then safety Dean Marlowe joins the show to chat about coming to Atlanta and his college town of Harrisonburg, Va.
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The Falcons had to make their first roster cutdown Tuesday, moving on from four players and placing cornerback Cornell Armstrong on injured reserve. Then they practiced and in the final play of practice -- Stanley Berryhill made perhaps the best catch of training camp. We explain that in the podcast and much, much more.
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Isaiah Oliver is learning a new position, Dee Alford is continuing to make plays and the Atlanta Falcons practiced inside Mercedes-Benz Stadiun for the first time this training camp. It made for a different type of practice -- with way more fans -- and there was a ton going on. So we catch you up.
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The Atlanta Falcons' first-round pick will "probably not" practice this week, according to Arthur Smith, and we explain why that's an OK thing. Plus, looking at Desmond Ridder's debut against the Lions, the potential rise of Dee Alford at cornerback and more in this edition of the podcast.
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A busy Friday show. Cornerback Mike Ford joins the show for a few minutes to break down his strong camp and his time in Detroit; we talk about things and people to watch when the Falcons play the Lions on Friday night. And also, dive into a quick 53-man roster projection heading into the first preseason game (hint: There are a lot of spots still unsettled).
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The Atlanta Falcons are finally headed toward a preseason game -- but not without a scare in the secondary, a quarterback seeming to find himself and a rookie starting to stand out. We get into that and more in this episode of the podcast.
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The Falcons might have a decision to make at wide receiver. Tight end, too. And two of the rookies from the 2021 class with the most questions -- Jalen Mayfield and Frank Darby -- caught some notice Tuesday, too.
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A lighter day at practice for the Atlanta Falcons on Monday, but one of the more intriguing players of training camp showed up in a big way again. And Arthur Smith dives into something he finds value in when he looks at players --- and quarterbacks, something to consider as training camp continues on.
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The Atlanta Falcons are two weeks through training camp and there's a lot we've learned and much we don't know. We break down some strengths, some concerns and how some positions might shake out heading into the first (preseason) game week of the year.
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It was a hot one in Flowery Branch and one Falcons head coach Arthur Smith can learn a lot about his team with. This whole week, really. So we dive into that, why one unit might be separating itself as the best on the team and some players starting to consistently flash that you wouldn't have necessarily expected.
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It's a mailbag episode of From The Perch and Falcons cornerback Cornell Armstrong, who is vying for a roster spot, joins the show for a few minutes. Then we get into your questions, where we discuss Jalen Mayfield, Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder, favorite TV shows, one bad nickname and much, much more.
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The Atlanta Falcons are officially through a week of practice and we've definitely learned some things. Like who the left guard might be. And what other players are starting to make moves. Plus, we explain why something that would look bad on the surface might not be all that bad at all.
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It often takes a defense a little while to settle into a rhythm, especially with so many new players, but Tuesday was a defensive day for the Atlanta Falcons, featuring some of the first turnovers of camp and impressive plays. Plus, the Falcons lose a defensive lineman, gain a receiver back and some thoughts on the importance of Kyle Pitts.
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The pads came on for the first time at an Atlanta Falcons practice this season and with it came some hitting. Not a lot of hitting, but some hitting. We get into that, a position battle that might be wrapping up, one that might never get started and how decisions within the Falcons are made.
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The Atlanta Falcons are heading into their second week of training camp on Monday after a Saturday practice that was intense. The competitiveness was high. There were not one, but two practice scuffles (one bigger than the other) and some positions might be slowly starting to shake out. Plus Week 1 standouts in this edition of the podcast.
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Arthur Smith spent a small part of Friday's presser recommending a comedy bit -- although not what you might think. Plus, a better day for the Falcons defense, what could be shaking out on the interior of the offensive line and, of course, today's day in quarterback play.
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Could the Atlanta Falcons have a surprise at running back? We get into that and what Caleb Huntley getting a lot of work with the top units could mean. Plus some more rotational news, another good day for Marcus Mariota and more.
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The Atlanta Falcons reported to Flowery Branch on Tuesday for training camp and the start of the 2022 season -- first practice is Wednesday -- and offensive option Cordarrelle Patterson had some things to say about where he'd like to be used this season. Plus Chris Lindstrom talks contract extension and we break down the defense and what that could look like as training camp gets underway.
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Training camp is here and Day 1 was an interesting one. What did the quarterbacks look like? What's the center competition shaping up as? And an update on the status of linebacker Deion Jones -- plus some philosophy from quarterback Marcus Mariota all on today's show.
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Does Marcus Mariota win the quarterback with the Atlanta Falcons? Can Desmond Ridder take it from him? Who runs the ball for the Falcons other than Cordarrelle Patterson and who the heck is blocking for him up front. What does Kyle Pitts do in Year 2 and Drake London as a rookie? We dive into those questions, what we know and what we don't in this episode of the podcast.
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We're back with up-to-date shows at From The Perch and Michael recaps everything that went on over the last month -- what was a largely quiet month for the Atlanta Falcons except for the entirety of a tenure for one veteran player. Plus, we start getting you ready for training camp, beginning later this week.
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The Atlanta Falcons will have 90 players when training camp starts. We won't rank all of them -- but we will explain who we think the Top 5 players are from a talent perspective and an importance perspective for this season in this episode of From The Perch.
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Quarterback questions, pass rush makeovers -- just a couple of reasons for concern for the Atlanta Falcons. But there's also Younghoe Koo, Kyle Pitts and a head coach in Arthur Smith who could give you a reason to think the Falcons have a shot to be better than expected, too. We break that all down in this episode of From The Perch.
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Using my ESPN colleague Mike Clay's Atlanta Falcons fantasy projections for 2022, we go through each position and each player, look at Clay's projection and then give an idea of if it is over, under or spot on for what might happen in 2022 with the Falcons.
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The Falcons are going to have a lot of position battles this training camp. Some will be more important than others -- yes, including punter, which will have significance this camp. We break down the most important battles, what to look for and who might win some of those jobs.
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The Atlanta Falcons are headed off on a break for a few weeks before coming back to training camp. What might this roster look like at the end of it? We break down a projection of the initial 53-man roster at the end of camp, including what might happen with linebacker Deion Jones and crowded rooms at receiver and cornerback.
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With minicamp over, From The Perch looks at the battles and storylines that will matter both over the July break and when camp gets started for the Atlanta Falcons. What happens at quarterback? Who is snapping the ball? And can they finally get to the opposing passers?
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The Atlanta Falcons are flying away for a few week break to their respective homes but before they do, we break down what we’ve seen from them during the offseason workouts. What might it all mean and who from that might be taking a closer peek at during training camp?
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It’s a mailbag episode as we hit on the Atlanta Falcons receiving corps, Marcus Mariota, Matt Ryan’s legacy and whether or not Rothstein is a superhero in disguise.
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The Buffalo Bills tried to interview Kyle Smith, the Atlanta Falcons front office executive, for their assistant GM gig. We explain why that was blocked and look at Thursday’s open OTA practice.
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Another week of Atlanta Falcons OTAs is done and Feleipe Franks is continuing his bouncing around the offense. What could this mean for him, his future and the Falcons offense. Plus some thoughts from an open OTA workout.
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New Atlanta Falcons tight end Anthony Firkser joins From The Perch to talk about his football camp for charity in Nashville this weekend (https://www.thealoefamily.com/event/anthony-firsker-football-camp-2022/), what drew him to the Atlanta Falcons, his role in the offense, going to Harvard and how Bar and Bat Mitzvah's in the New York/New Jersey area can just be a little bit more extravagant.
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Breaking down the first Falcons OTA and some roster shifting to go with it.
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The Atlanta Falcons have their first open voluntary OTA on Thursday. Who shows? Who doesn’t? And what’s up with linebacker Deion Jones, the last of the true big contract players from the Quinn-Dimitroff era that hasn’t been decided on.
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It’s a mailbag episode (a short one) and we hit on the Atlanta Falcons cap situation, Marcus Mariota and even the possibility of Canelo-GGG for a third time in boxing.
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The Atlanta Falcons are a team with a whole Lotta questions. But it doesn’t mean there aren’t some certainties on the roster, too. We explain that and more in this episode From The Perch.
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The Atlanta Falcons traded for another wide receiver, someone who could actually make a difference in the fall. Plus we break down rookie minicamp, what it means and what to look for going forward.
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The Atlanta Falcons schedule is finally out and it’s potentially going to be a long year. A lot of tough stretches and a late by could lead to many many questions. We break it all down in this episode of From The Perch.
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The Atlanta Falcons have rookie minicamp this weekend. We break down every known player that is going to participate and what we’re curious about seeing from them this weekend. Plus, the NFL schedule comes out tonight.
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The Atlanta Falcons largely have their roster set for the next couple of months. So in this episode we go through position-by-position -- what it might look like and where Atlanta might still look to add. From quarterback to long-snapper, a dive into what the Falcons have managed to put together.
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It's a mailbag episode of the podcast so we hit on a bunch of topics (and yes, a lot of them are about Desmond Ridder). We also look at the Grady Jarrett contract extension, the Chris Lindstrom fifth-year option and what it all means for the Falcons going forward.
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The NFL Draft is done. The Atlanta Falcons have a bunch of new players and at least a focus on their future. What does it all mean? We try to break it down and explain in this post-draft podcast episode.
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Two days of the draft are in the books and the Falcons added a quarterback, two edge rushers and a No. 1 receiver of the future. We break that down and Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times stops by to explain the diverse game of new Falcons receiver Drake London.
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The Atlanta falcons found a new number one wide receiver in USC’s Drake London. We break down the pick, why the Falcons went that direction and what that could mean for Friday’s second and third rounds of the NFL draft.
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The Atlanta Falcons have the 2022 draft starting today. What do they do? That's anybody's guess. They could go in any number of directions. We offer some last-minute intel, some explanation of Michael's NFL Nation Mock Draft pick and some final guesses at what might transpire Thursday night.
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It's draft week. Finally. What might the Atlanta Falcons do? Well, it's all over the board because this is a draft lacking consensus on so many different levels. We try to explain some of what the Falcons might do and guest Mark ZInno from the Locked On podcast network joins the show to chat a bunch about the Falcons and more.
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The NFL draft is a week away so we dive into five more scenarios of what the Atlanta Falcons could end up doing next week as they try to add new players to the roster.
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The NFL Draft is almost here and we get into one thing the Atlanta Falcons should avoid doing in this year's draft, particularly in the first round. Plus, former Falcons running back Jamal Anderson joins the show to talk about the Fan Controlled Football League, which takes place in Atlanta.
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It's two weeks away from the NFL Draft so it's time to learn about the selections -- not the players, but the numbered selections -- the Atlanta Falcons are scheduled to make in this year's NFL Draft. From No. 8 to No. 213, we break down some information on each of the team's nine picks.
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Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez joins the show to chat about what he's been up to since his football playing days have been over -- specifically his new passion: Acting. We go through the ups-and-downs of learning the craft of acting, why he's doing it, how it compares to football and the new show he has a recurring role in, 'Long Slow Exhale.'
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Central Connecticut State receiver Tyshaun James joins the show to talk about the draft and his journey from a small school to possibly being selected later this month. And we try to explain the Atlanta Falcons' complete interest in any and all players who were with the Chicago Bears the last few seasons, because it's getting to be a significant amount.
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An interview-packed episode of From The Perch. Georgia running back James Cook joins the show from Georgia Pro Day last month as we get into a multitude of topics. Plus, Atlanta Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell spent part of Friday beautifying the Ben Hill Recreation Center in Atlanta, where he spent time as a kid, and we spoke with both him and Falcons CEO Rich McKay there about a multitude of topics. Happy 404 Day!
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Falcons owner Arthur Blank spoke at the NFL league meetings Tuesday -- and with media back in Atlanta, too. He hit on the pursuit of Deshaun Watson, the trade of Matt Ryan and more. We break all of that down in this episode of From The Perch.
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The main part of free agency is over, the Atlanta Falcons traded Matt Ryan and they are completely looking toward the future. So with that we do as well with our latest mock draft podcast. Throw a bunch of different scenarios out there because at this point for the Falcons anything can happen.
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The Falcons decision makers finally spoke for the first time since their pursuit of Deshaun Watson, the trade of quarterback Matt Ryan and the suspension of Calvin Ridley. Plus, an understanding of what things might look like for the franchise for the foreseeable future. It's was a lot to unpack but we try to explain it all on the latest episode of From The Perch.
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An era is over for the Atlanta Falcons: Matt Ryan is traded to the Indianapolis Colts. The show breaks down what Ryan meant to Atlanta and what his departure means for the Falcons now.
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Mailbag edition of the podcast hitting a bunch of topics including Matt Ryan’s future, why the Falcons pursued Deshaun Watson and so so much more.
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Talk about a mess. The Atlanta Falcons pursuit of Deshaun Watson failed and in the process, did they alienate Matt Ryan? Live inside the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville South Carolina between sessions of the NCAA tournament, From the Perch breaks down those questions and also wonders why the Atlanta Falcons even got involved in the first place.
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While the Atlanta Falcons wait for the Deshaun Watson saga to unfold, they finally made some moves Thursday, signing multiple free agents to add to the depth of their roster. We break down all of them, from a potential starting corner to some potential backup offensive line on this episode of From The Perch.
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The wait on the Deshaun Watson decision continues. Might a receiver be Atlanta-bound? The Falcons need to fill another hole after a departure and some thoughts from Georgia’s Pro Day.
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The second day of free agency brought big news of the real and speculative variety for the Atlanta Falcons. One high-profile player stays. Another leaves. And the Falcons are joining the Deshaun Watson conversation? All here on From The Perch
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The Atlanta Falcons didn’t make any big moves in free agency most of Monday, but did see their top free agent, linebacker Foye Oluokun, go to Jacksonville. The team did make one move, though, agreeing to terms with Jake Matthews on an extension. We break down what happened on Day 1 and what it could mean for the Falcons in days to come.
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A week after going through Atlanta’s own free agents, we look on the outside as the new league year starts this week at some potential fits for the Falcons from around the league. Plus, an explanation of the Falcons’ restructuring (again) of quarterback Matt Ryan’s contract.
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Pass rush guru Chuck Smith joins the show to break down the Falcons pass rush situation, the evolution of the position and his own time with the Falcons.
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Calvin Ridley — out for 2022 and maybe longer after being suspended for gambling. From the Perch breaks down what it all means.
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The Atlanta Falcons have a lot of free agents for 2022 and a week from now they could start really getting new offers. So who might return? Who might leave? We break it all down on From The Perch.
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On this episode, we break down what Atlanta Falcons brass Terry Fontenot and Arthur Smith said at the combine, what it could tell us about free agency in the off-season, and also an interesting nugget from a combine participant.
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Atlanta Falcons RB Cordarrelle Patterson, who is on the brink of free agency after a career year, joined the show to talk about trading cards with eBay during Culture Collision in Atlanta, his future and whether or not it might be with the Falcons. We get into his career year, what stood out the most -- and why he loves doing dishes. Seriously. Plus, I go into a little background of Saturday's story about Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams, which you can read here: https://es.pn/3IuN3bv
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Five more mock draft scenarios for the Atlanta Falcons heading into the NFL combine and the start of the new league year. This time around, there are some surprises as things still are taking time to shake out.
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Nebraska linebacker JoJo Domann, one of the best coverage linebackers in the NFL draft, joins the show to chat about his career, how he's prepping for the draft, what he expects out of the NFL and what life was like for a college athlete transitioning from a non-NIL world to one with NIL.
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Former Atlanta Falcons and Georgia Bulldogs quarterback D.J. Shockley joins From The Perch to chat about life as a backup quarterback in the NFL, the strange timing of his career, what he's seen from the Falcons in the past and what they need to do with the future. Plus, we also get into the epicness that was his wedding -- still a popular item that comes up in Google searches.
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On this, the first day of the 2022 offseason league-wide and the day after the Super Bowl, we look at how far away the Atlanta Falcons are from playing in the season's final game and what's a realistic timeline at least for contention. Plus, can they do it with this core and what might need an overhaul to really get it done.
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Arthur Blank spoke to the media Wednesday and hit on a number of topics, from the futures of Matt Ryan and Calvin Ridley to the team's head coach hiring practices and what might happen with Cordarrelle Patterson. We break all that down and more in this episode -- one heavily looking to what might be an eventful Atlanta Falcons offseason.
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It's a mailbag episode (with a bit of Senior Bowl talk at the top), breaking down the calendar for the Atlanta Falcons, who might be around and be on the move for the club and what draft prospects to potentially keep your eye on as February turns into March and the NFL combine.
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From the Perch makes it to the Senior Bowl, where we break down some of what Falcons' GM Terry Fontenot said during his meeting with the media. Plus, interviews with draft prospects Kingsley Enagbare, an Atlanta native who played edge rusher at South Carolina, and Baylor safety JT Woods, a native of Texas.
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The NFL world, including the Atlanta Falcons, descend on Mobile, Alabama this week for the annual Senior Bowl. What might the Falcons be looking for? Who could catch their eye? We break down all of that -- and some Georgia prospects -- with ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid, including when and who might make sense for the Falcons at quarterback.
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It's coming up on Senior Bowl time in the NFL and we delve into why this game might be important for this particular coaching staff and front office. Plus we look at the known and possibly soon-to-come shakeups in the NFC South that could benefit Atlanta. Plus a breakdown of the offense and bidding farewell to tight end Lee Smith.
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The first of the From The Perch Mock Draft Madness episodes, where once a month we do five mock drafts with different scenarios. This one lays out different options in each of the five mock drafts with so much unknown about what the Falcons' roster might look like. But it'll give you a start of an idea as we head into All-Star Game season of how to maybe start to pay attention to.
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From The Perch looks at the Atlanta Falcons' 2021 rookie class -- what went well, what didn't go well and what it might all mean for the future. Plus, why Kyle Pitts had an even better season than you maybe thought and why it's way too early to give up on Jalen Mayfield and Richie Grant.
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The Atlanta Falcons offseason is officially here so we start out by looking at some of the biggest things of import for the franchise over the next four months -- decisions needing to be made that will shape what the team looks like on the field in 2022, including the futures of Matt Ryan, Calvin Ridley and the defensive front.
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Two first-year Falcons beat reporters, Michael Rothstein from ESPN & Josh Kendall from The Athletic, analyze what they saw from the Atlanta Falcons in the 2021 season, what it might mean for 2022 and much more.
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The Atlanta Falcons ended their season on Sunday with a loss to the New Orleans Saints. We do that through your questions and more.
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The Falcons are playing for pride -- and to knock their rivals from the postseason. New Orleans has everything to play for. So what happens? ESPN's Mike Triplett joins From The Perch to break down the Saints-Falcons both now and in the future, and what it could mean for 2022 and more.
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The Atlanta Falcons had their playoff hopes end in a loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, but all was not terrible. There were things — Kyle Pitts things — to buy into for the future. Plus, where needs lie with Atlanta for 2022.
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The Atlanta Falcons (as of Wednesday night) have 12 players on COVID-19 reserve. We break down what that means for the immediate future and perhaps Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. Plus, we talk with Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN about Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and the Bills. And lastly, a conversation about a colleague gone too soon, Jeff Dickerson, and how you can support his 11-year-old son, Parker, through this GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/kswtf-parkers-fund
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Another one-score win for the Falcons and Kyle Pitts sets a franchise receiving mark. We cover all that plus your questions in the latest From The Perch.
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It's an after-Christmas special on Sunday with the Detroit Lions playing the Atlanta Falcons (the old team I covered facing the one I currently cover). To celebrate the occasion we bring in Dave Birkett from the Detroit Free Press and he breaks down the game and the Hall of Fame candidacies, potentially, of Matt Ryan, Devin Hester and Cordarrelle Patterson. Plus, some fantasy advice.
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It was not the outcome that the Falcons were hoping for on Sunday against the 49ers. Michael Rothstein is here to react to the 31-13 loss. Plus, he answers your questions.
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Nick Wagoner joins the show to look at the kind-of elimination game between the Atlanta Falcons and San Francisco 49ers. Plus, what does Erik Harris' season-ending injury mean to Atlanta's defense, why maybe you could trust Russell Gage in fantasy and more.
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The Atlanta Falcons had perhaps their most complete win of the season in a must-have-it situation. We explain how it happened, how the playoffs are possible and take your questions.
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The Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers are playing an elimination game of sorts Sunday for who gets to stay alive in reality for the 2021 NFC playoffs. Last time around, the Panthers rushed for over 200 yards and beat Atlanta. This time? A lot's changed. We break that down with ESPN's David Newton, look at Atlanta's run stopping history this season and also offer a prediction and fantasy advice.
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The Atlanta Falcons once again lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but did some things decently well. But against another of the NFC’s top teams, it wasn’t enough. We break down the good, bad, ugly and your questions from the game.
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The show takes a little more national flavor to break down the Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers by having Cynthia Frelund (NFL Network) join the show. Plus, we look at the Falcons' relative health, the reality of the team's fantasy prospects, the lack of home field advantage in Atlanta and why this weekend will be important to Atlanta's players for reasons on their feet.
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The Atlanta Falcons found a way to win Sunday against Jacksonville, keeping the team alive in the playoff picture and setting up a potentially meaningful December. We break down what happened, Cordarrelle Patterson’s big game and take your questions.
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The Atlanta Falcons, losers of two in row, go to Jacksonville in a game the team must have to stay relevant in the playoff race. Plus, with the Jags struggling, it's a potential get-right game for a lot of players. Plus, a quick look at the potential of Qadree Ollison, Cordarrelle Patterson's status and how mac-and-cheese ended up as a conversation point. Happy Thanksgiving!
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