Atlanta Falcons Podcast Network

Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Ashton Edmunds look a last-second loss to the L.A. Chargers under a microscope and from a big-picture perspective, identifying where things went wrong and how it impacts the Falcons position in the NFC South. We break down why the Falcons ran well behind Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson, why Marcus Mariota struggled finding sync in passing game and what Ta’Quon Graham, Arthur Smith said about pivotal fumble. Timecodes: (00:00:10): Intro, thoughts on how winnable game slipped away (00:04:36): Impact of Falcons passing seemingly out of sync (00:08:32): Falcons run game is not the issue, working through heavy boxes (00:11:20): Issues with second, fourth quarters; causes for Falcons inconsistency (00:15:47): Breaking down the Austin Ekeler, Ta’Quon Graham fumbles (00:21:43): How loss impacts NFC South positioning (00:24:40): Looking ahead to massive game in CarolinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons linebacker Troy Andersen sits down with Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney to discuss life growing up on a Montana cattle ranch, his love for the Big Sky state and his improbable journey going a from a small school to the NFL. 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Valedictorian speech 01:35 - Growing up in Montana 03:31 - Cattle Ranching 09:10 - Positions you’ve played 10:41 - Montana Fan base 12:35 - Atlanta, Family & Football 14:51 - Troy Andersen’s Pro day 15:44 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and D.J. discuss the Atlanta Falcons dramatic win over the Carolina Panthers and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can find continued success playing the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9. 00:00 - Intro 00:59 - Topics 01:10 - Finish the sentence, “That game was…” 03:00 - Atlanta Falcons Offense 08:28 - Atlanta Falcons Defense 15:08 - Roller coaster game ending 22:35 - Keys to beating the Los Angeles Chargers Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Ashton Edmunds break down what went right, what went wrong and how the Falcons emerged victorious from Sunday’s weird, wild overtime win over the Carolina Panthers. They go over that furious finish where the lead kept changing hands, plus things the Falcons simply have to fix if they’re going to stay atop the NFC South. They also hone in on the value of Younghoe Koo, Marcus Mariota’s big moments and how much they missed A.J. Terrell. Timecodes: (00:00:10): Intro, making sense of that wild, wacky finish (00:05:49): Finding a way to win, fight through late mistakes (00:07:48): The value of Younghoe Koo on display (00:11:00): Identifying issues to be fixed from Panthers game (00:19:07): Evaluating Marcus Mariota’s performance, press conference (00:22:54): How Falcons can stay atop NFC SouthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons return man, running back and defensive back Avery Williams joins Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney for a candid conversation about life growing up on TV sets, with a mom who was a prominent TV producer and showrunner. He also talks about his time at Boise State, the mentality of a punt returner and what it means to have a “walk-on mentality.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and D.J. discuss the Atlanta Falcons loss vs the Cincinnati Bengals and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can find success playing the Carolina Panthers in Week 8. 00:20 Topics 00:40 Good and the Bad 03:25 What happened & how Falcons improve 09:41 Atlanta Falcons Defense 13:52 Atlanta Falcons Offense 18:50 How to beat the Carolina Panthers 30:39 Halloween story timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was the Falcons loss to the Bengals loss bad matchup or something more? Scott, Tori and Ashton discuss what went wrong against Cincinnati, what to make of it and where the Falcons stand in an NFC South division that’s completely up for grabs. We also focus on the state of the Atlanta secondary, which operated most of the game without Casey Hayward and A.J. Terrell. Timecodes: (00:00:10): Intro, where things went wrong vs. Bengals (00:04:38): Was loss to Bengals a matchup problem or a sign of bigger issues? (00:08:35): Impact of A.J. Terrell loss (00:10:03): Impact of Falcons second quarter flurry and a pivotal, game-changing sequence (00:14:06): Are there issues with Falcons offensive imbalance? (00:18:48): What is the Falcons winning formula? (00:20:46): Where Falcons stand in wide-open NFC South after lossSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons rookie OLB Arnold Ebiketie sits down with Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney for the Falcons in Focus podcast to share his story. Ebiketie came to the United States when he was 13 years old. Throughout the podcast, he thinks back to that time, recalling stories of his childhood in Cameroon and how sports helped him connect with people in a new country. Ebiketie (self-proclaimed "Doctor of pass rush") also discloses Arthur Smith's nickname for him. 0:00 - Intro 00:20 - Doctor of pass rush 01:48 - AK the basketball star 03:27 - Derrick Tangelo friendship 05:30 - Love of singing & recording studio 06:58 - Moving from Cameroon 10:54 - Parents, scholarships & first jobs 14:00 - Starting as a LB & WR 16:22 - Draft Night experience 17:46 - How has your life changed since you’ve joined the NFL 20:12 - AK-47 nickname origins 21:20 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and D.J. discuss the Atlanta Falcons win against the San Francisco 49ers, and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can continue to find success playing the Cincinnati Bengals on the road in Week 7. 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Topics 01:12 - Headline Reactions 03:46 - Marcus Mariota & offensive performance 09:13 - 3 phase football success 19:00 - Beating the Cincinnati Bengals 27:45 - NFC South status Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Ashton and Tori break down a dominant Falcons victory where they beat the 49ers in every phase of the game. They discuss Marcus Mariota’s big day and what it meant on his road to redemption, the run game’s efficiency, replacing Cordarrelle Patterson and what the defense has done to get big takeaways and shut opponents down in the second half. Timecodes: (00:00:10): Intro, overall thoughts on big win over 49ers (00:05:12): Evaluating Marcus Mariota’s stellar performance and his candid press conference (00:10:45): How Falcons put a complete game together (00:13:46): Arthur Smith’s ground game becoming cruelly efficient (00:15:28): How Falcons have replaced Cordarrelle Patterson’s production (00:19:03): Falcons defense making its mark with big takeaways (00:23:45): Why reaction to Falcons win was so importantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary joins Scott and Tori to discuss life growing up the Pacific Northwest, about hunting and fishing and his prized possession, a giant broadsword he occasionally carries while walking his dog. McGary also talks about scoring big-man touchdowns, when how being in the NFL has changed life for his family. 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Experience returning to Seattle 01:39 - Fishing trip with the O-Line 04:21 - Ultimate survivalist partner 06:20 - Bear hunting 13:30 - Blacksmithing & ‘Giant Ass Sword” 17:19 - Life lessons & perspective 20:28 - A life in football 22:50 - Adventures playing as TE 25:00 - Big guy touchdowns 26:12 - Frontier homestead goal 27:23 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and Scott discuss the Atlanta Falcons loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can find success playing the 49ers in Week 6. 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Topics 01:20 - Controversial Call 09:29 - What stuck out in ATL vs TB matchup? 17:05 - Where was the turning point in the game? 20:48 - Falcons face the 49ers 27:29 - Deion Jones tradedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Ashton and Tori analyze the reported Deion Jones trade, where the Falcons moved the veteran inside linebacker to the Cleveland Browns on Sunday night. We break down the details of the deal and how it benefits the Falcons, plus we go over Jones' career in Atlanta. Then we get to the big moment of the day, a 21-15 loss to Tampa Bay, and Grady Jarrett's controversial roughing-the-passer penalty that proved costly to the Falcons comeback hopes. We also talk about the Falcons issues early in the game, and how improving them can save Atlanta from dire straits late in future games. Timecodes: (00:01:16): Breaking down reported Deion Jones trade to Cleveland and what it means (00:07:45): State of Falcons ILBs after Deion Jones trade (00:09:13): Putting a bow on Deion Jones’ time in Atlanta (00:11:15): Breaking down Grady Jarrett roughing-the-passer-penalty, what was said about it (00:22:28): How Falcons doing better early can avoid problems late in game (00:26:00): Playing without Kyle Pitts, Cordarrelle Patterson (00:28:49): What Falcons must improve moving forwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside linebacker Mykal Walker joins Tori McElhaney for the fourth episode of the Falcons in Focus podcast. Walker dives into the joys of fatherhood, friendship with Foye Oluokun and growing up with a twin brother. He also discusses whether or not he actually believes in twin telepathy as a twin himself. 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - LB huddle break origin 02:08 - First experiences as Falcon 03:37 - Unique name spelling 4:20 - Growing up with twin brother 06:22 - Football & family 10:43 - Welcome to the league moment - Julio Jones 11:26 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the Atlanta Falcons win against the Cleveland Browns, and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can find success on the road playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5. 00:00 Intro 01:43 Topics 02:15 Who is your MVP? 05:43 Offensive keys vs Browns 13:08 Falcons evolving run game 16:25 Archer’s thoughts on Mariota narrative 18:43 Key defensive plays vs Browns 24:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Tori and Ashton broke down the Falcons’ big win over Cleveland on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the second straight victory earned through clutch performance in the fourth quarter. They talk about the impact of the Falcons run game and their opportunistic defense on this game and this early season, paced by stars Cordarrelle Patterson and Grady Jarrett, and why fourth-quarter performance will have a huge impact on the 2022 season as a whole. Timecodes: (00:00:15): Intro, overall impressions of victory over Browns (00:05:34): Why each Falcons game is coming down to the wire (00:10:42): How Caleb Huntley, Tyler Allgeier ignited offensive efficiency, sparked late-game surge (00:13:41): Why Falcons defense has been able to come through big both early and late (00:17:23): What we’ve learned about Falcons after four gamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons starting safety Richie Grant joins Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney in studio for the third episode of the Falcons in Focus podcast. Grant shares stories from his childhood and how his uncle Terry Grant shaped him into the man he is today. Plus: Grant reveals his go-to karaoke song, because (yes!) he loves karaoke. 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Mouthpiece origin story 02:30 - Secondary’s culture 03:37 - Crazy Draft night 05:56 - Richie Grant’s Senior Bowl 08:26 - Richie Grant on getting uncomfortable 10:12 - Football runs in the family 15:46 - Wristbands & Motivation 18:00 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the Atlanta Falcons win against the Seattle Seahawks, and break down how the Atlanta Falcons can find success in Week 4 against the Browns. 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Topics 01:14 - First Reactions 04:40 - Key Defensive Plays 10:17 - Offensive Keys 20:26 - Cleveland Browns 27:32 - Atlanta’s current attitudeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Pitts joins Scott and Tori for a wide-ranging conversation about life outside of football, including his newfound interests in golf and photography, his favorite tattoos and how he’s becoming more worldly even at age 22. We delve into all that and more in the second episode of Falcons in Focus. 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - How are you wiser Year 2 02:23 - Kyle Pitts’ golf game 04:40 - Kyle Pitts vs birds 06:19 - Photoshoots, Iverson & LeBron James 08:33 - Kyle Pitts' tattoos 09:58 - Music & relaxing 13:27 - Friendship with Lee Smith 15:16 - Rapid fire questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the results from Atlanta Falcons vs LA Rams matchup, break down how the Atlanta Falcons battled and what it could mean for their road game against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 3. 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Topics 01:48 - Positives we saw 12:24 - 1st Half vs 2nd Half 23:15 - Getting W at Seattle 28:36 - Practicing on the road memories Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori make sense of that crazy game between the Falcons and Rams, analyzing how Atlanta got in trouble and how it nearly erased a massive deficit down the stretch. We also look at Kyle Pitts’ relative lack of production over the first two weeks, plus how Drake London has made a truly instant impact Timecodes: (00:00:15): Intro, recap of crazy loss to Rams (00:04:34): What to make of Falcons furious comeback attempt (00:12:30): Red-zone, third-down inefficiencies and what went wrong over first three quarters (00:19:27): What was said about Kyle Pitts’ lack of production in the early going (00:23:18): How Drake London has made an instant impactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons star defensive tackle Grady Jarrett joins Scott and Tori for a wide-ranging conversation on the Falcons in Focus series premiere. He dives deep when discussing his Falcons role models, how he reached his third NFL contract while maintaining a rare level of NFL lasting power. Jarrett talks about making an impact on his young son, Atlanta and the Georgia community where he grew up, leaving a legacy that will last well beyond his playing days. The Falcons in Focus podcast provides deep dive interviews with Atlanta Falcons players, coaches, staff. Join us as we delve into their personalities and passions on and off the football field. 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - The secret to getting the 3rd contract 02:10 - Message for your younger self 04:01 - Looking up to Jonathan Babineaux 05:33 - Joys of being a father 09:48 - Building & leaving a legacy 12:36 - Rapid fire questions 13:00 - Favorite play as a Falcon 13:45 - What are you watching? 14:35 - Favorite Atlanta restaurant 15:33 - Teammate you hang with the most 16:27 - Biggest pet peeveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the results from Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints matchup and break down how to convert the positives into a win on the road agains the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Topics 00:38 - Game day atmosphere 03:17 - Headline game reaction 05:09 - What went wrong? 12:35 - Big positives to take into Rams matchup 20:45 - State of the NFC South Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Tori and Ashton break down where things got away from Falcons in the fourth quarter, after assuming control in the first three quarters. They identify things to build on, and what must happen this week so one loss doesn’t impact another game. Timecodes: (00:00:20): Intro, recap of Falcons loss to Saints (00:01:30): What went wrong for Falcons in fourth quarter (00:05:00): Finding positives in run game, pass rush during the Falcons season opener (00:08:46): What Falcons must do to turn the page quickly (00:10:40): Evaluating Drake London’s NFL debutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints matchup and break down what it will take to secure the win. 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Topics 01:15 - Reasons to be excited 06:40 - 2022 New Orleans Saints 14:28 - How Falcons will beat the Saints 20:20 - Season Opener Memories Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the recently released initial 53-man roster and break down what this could mean for the Atlanta Falcons future. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Topics 01:25 - Reactions to initial 53-man roster 04:43 - Initial 53-man roster surprises 09:30 - Why it’s called the ‘initial’ roster 16:03 - Strengths and weaknesses Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori go over their initial 53-man roster projection following a competitive Falcons training camp and preseason, analyzing the toughest cuts, surprise inclusions and what else needs to be done with the roster heading into a Week 1 contest against the New Orleans Saints. 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Thoughts on Initial 53 Man Roster 03:05 - Moving Parts & Roster Construction 05:57 - General Impressions of AT&T Training Camp 10:56 - Most difficult roster predictions 22:15 - Making additions to initial 53-man roster 27:23 - Final ThoughtsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ look back on the preseason loss to the New York Jets and discuss what we learned from that game. The guys also talk joint practices with the Jaguars and where the team may focus efforts to ensure success against the the Jacksonville Jaguars. 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Topics 01:07 - ATL vs NYJ Positives 08:00 - Positives for Ridder 12:35 - Things to work on: Penalties 18:34 - Joint practices with Jaguars 26:32 - How important to see sacks in preseason? 28:31 - Final preseason game and opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ look back on the preseason win against the Detroit Lions and discuss what we learned from that game. The guys also talk joint practices and how they will sharpen skills that can ultimately lead to success against the NY Jets. 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Topics 01:02 - ATL vs DET 05:01 - Who or what stood out to you? 11:47 - Jets Joint Practices 14:50 - Better for certain groups? 20:20 - Joint Practice Memories 23:41 - ATL vs NY Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ are excited to welcome former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick to the podcast. Join the team as they discuss Vick’s Atlanta Falcons experience, and how it relates to the current Atlanta Falcons roster. 00:00 Intro 00:41 Golf game then & now 08:23 Building the culture 03:20 Experience joining the Falcons 10:51 Pressures for top talents 15:21 Balancing run & throw game 21:41 Getting comfortable as a rookie 26:04 Veterans that helped Vick 27:37 Standout Vick moments 33:21 Connecting with new receivers 35:18 Signs of a special year 39:17 D.J.'s Vick memory 41:23 What you miss most? Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave and DJ are joined by Atlanta Falcons Digital Managing Editor, Scott Bair, for a special podcast episode during AT&T Training Camp. Join the team as they talk Training Camp surprises, the run game, and discuss physicality and competition. Check out Scott Bair on the Falcons Final Whistle podcasts, available wherever you listen to your podcasts. 1:12 - Topics 1:53 - Quick Reactions - Training Camp Surprises 4:32 - What are players working on 10:27 - Run Game 16:09 -Physicality, Aggression & Competition 19:57 - Who’s on your radar? 23:28 - What are you looking for? Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Tori and new Falcons digital reporter Ashton Edmunds break down the early portions of training camp, including top standouts, updates on position battles and, of course, how quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder have done over the first stretch of camp practices. We also discuss the Falcons’ desire to prove expectations wrong as they work to usher in a period of sustained success Timecodes: (00:00:20): Introducing Ashton Edmunds, our new Falcons features reporter!! (00:06:20): Kyle Pitts, A.J. Terrell and other camp standouts (00:13:20): Updating position battles along Falcons offensive line (00:19:26): Competition driving intensity up in Falcons camp (00:26:12): First impressions of Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder in campSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ are excited to be back at AT&T Training Camp. Join the team as they discuss camp happenings, reflect on their training camp experiences and prepare for what's to come this season. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Topics 01:34 Quick Reactions 04:31 What should we expect to learn 08:56 Quarterbacks 14:19 - Veterans leading the way 18:00 Vets that made a difference on our teams 22:46 Favorite Training camp memory Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney break down major storylines and position battles to keep an eye on once training camp begins this week. That includes position battles along the offensive and defensive line, the development of a new-look pass rush and, of course, the quarterback spot with Marcus Mariota as Desmond Ridder as options under center. We take a look at all that and more in this 2022 training camp preview Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro; setting up Falcons training camp storylines (00:03:25): How lines of scrimmage might shape up (00:07:23): Can new players improve Falcons pass rush? (00:13:43): Will QB turn out to be a real competition? (00:17:33): Marcus Mariota’s rare opportunitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second episode of the two-episode series, Dean Pees and Tori McElhaney continue their conversation about his coaching career. In the early 2000s, Bill Belichick hired Pees to join his Patriots staff. After a couple Super Bowls wins, one that included a blackout in New Orleans, four teams, two retirements and two decades in the league, Pees reflects on all the lessons learned and memories made along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a two-episode series, Dean Pees sits down with Tori McElhaney in the Falcons podcast studio to discuss the reasons he got into coaching in the 70s, his start at the high school level, coaching with Nick Saban at the college level and how Dave Ragone changed his approach to recruiting. 00:00 - Intro 01:55- Rewards of High School Coaching 14:53 - Players learn differently 25:00 - Recruiting and College Football 30:17 - Coaching with Nick Saban 33:37 - Kent State Football 36:32 - Recruiting Dave RagoneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori break down the most intriguing Falcons training camp battles, which will determine key contributors to the 2022 campaign. We take a deep dive into the offensive line, edge rushers, linebackers and quarterbacks, determining who will fight for significant roles on this depth chart. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro; ranking Falcons camp battles (00:04:17): Offensive line jobs up in the air (00:10:32): Arnold Ebiketie, Ade Ogundeji and Falcons edge rushers (00:19:00): Deion Jones, Mykal Walker and the inside linebackers (00:27:05): Marcus Mariota vs. Desmond RidderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori break down what they learned during the Falcons offseason program and what’s left unresolved heading into training camp. They discuss Deion Jones, Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder, and which rookies could realistically make an instant impact during the 2022 campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori discuss what they learned during the Falcons offseason program, which concluded with a mandatory minicamp. That includes how Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder looked, Cordarrelle Patterson’s individual offseason program, Kyle Pitts, A.J. Terrell and practice news and notes Falcons fans need to know. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro; Erik Harris calls Scott out (00:03:14): Overall minicamp observations (00:12:12): What we saw from Falcons quarterbacks (00:19:00): Thoughts on Cordarrelle Patterson ramping up individually (00:20:50): Thoughts on secondary, receiver groups (00:26:05): Kyle Pitts and A.J. TerrellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell joined Scott and Tori to talk about playing NFL football in his hometown, playing with Casey Hayward and why he’s optimistic that the Falcons are headed in the right direction during a special episode recorded LIVE after an OTA conducted in front of fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tori and Scott break down what to expect from Falcons OTAs and minicamp, including storylines to follow during this practice-heavy portion of the offseason program. Drake London, Kyle Pitts and Casey Hayward, among others, will be top of mind for players to keep a close eye on as we move forward. But, as always, the primary focus will be on quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Kris and Tori discuss every aspect of the Falcons 2022 schedule, including key matchups, dates and times of the most important games, including those at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. They break down the tough stretches and easy roads, identifying whether the Falcons can exceed expectations while navigating a tough slate. 00:00 Intro 00:14 2022 Schedule 02:01 First Reactions 06:09 Bye Week 11:08 Schedule Challenges 23:39 Goodbye to our friend, KrisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL Network senior writer/reporter and Falcons contributor Steve Wyche joins the Scott, Tori and Kris to break down Atlanta’s NFL Draft from every angle, including the selections of Drake London and Desmond Ridder. We also react to the Grady Jarrett extension news, which broke as we were recording, and then provided a big-picture analysis of where the Falcons stand after the draft. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro; Steve Wyche joins the pod!!! (00:07:40): Why the Falcons went with Drake London at No. 8 (00:16:15): What it means landing QB Desmond Ridder at No. 74 (00:25:38): Reaction to Grady Jarrett extension news (which broke while we were recording!!) (00:31:10): National perception of what Terry Fontenot, Arthur Smith are doing with Falcons roster Welcome to Falcons Final Whistle – an Atlanta Falcons postgame podcast during the season and that shifts gears in the offseason and answers a pressing question about the team’s future each week through free agency, the NFL Draft and the offseason program. Join Atlanta Falcons Insiders Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim as they break down the hottest topics surrounding the Atlanta Falcons and how they can impact the team’s success. Like and subscribe to join us for the lively debate on Falcons Final Whistle. SUBSCRIBE: iTunes: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/falcons-final-whistle/id1585038333](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/falcons-final-whistle/id1585038333) SPOTIFY: [https://open.spotify.com/show/4d9VGyX5e9OHJ7BFPaqdMH?si=gUaI61sVSvyy2yu5DtBhZw&dl_branch=1&nd=1](https://open.spotify.com/show/4d9VGyX5e9OHJ7BFPaqdMH?si=gUaI61sVSvyy2yu5DtBhZw&dl_branch=1&nd=1)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek and Dave discuss the Atlanta Falcons’ No. 8 pick, WR Drake London and how his selection could impact the picks in the following days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kris, Tori and Scott discuss how the Falcons can use five selections in the top 82 overall to improve their roster, by trading up or down in the draft or simply five possible impact players. We take it a step further and break down which positions should be prioritized, and whether the Falcons should target a quarterback to challenge Marcus Mariota and possibly succeed Matt Ryan as franchise quarterback. (00:00) Intro (01:53) Falcons Draft Possibilities (03:48) Additional Topics (05:34) Trading Up? (11:32) Draft DebatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss their picks for the 2022 NFL Draft, identify key areas the Atlanta Falcons will focus, and dive into what Free Agency and ‘Sleeper Picks’ will do to this year’s roster. (00:00) Intro (00:24) Topics (02:11) Quick Reactions (04:32) Roster Needs (12:33) The Falcons Audible picks (18:05) Free Agency Changes (22:38) Sleeper Picks Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.TSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Tori and Kris evaluate the state of the Falcons edge rushers and receivers, and how Terry Fontenot and Arthur Smith can strengthen those position groups in the 2022 NFL Draft and beyond. That includes the possibility of using the No. 8 overall pick, or a trade down in the first round on one of those two spots. It also looks at helping those positions over the long haul, as opposed to reaching for a quick fix. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro (00:05:05): Edge rusher or receiver with No. 8 overall pick? (00:09:46): Considering Jermaine Johnson, Chris Olave as trade-down targets (00:14:16): Assessing how to fix edge rusher position in NFL Draft and beyond (00:24:20): Assessing how to fix receiver position in NFL Draft, free agency, trades Welcome to Falcons Final Whistle – an Atlanta Falcons postgame podcast during the season and that shifts gears in the offseason and answers a pressing question about the team’s future each week through free agency, the NFL Draft and the offseason program. Join Atlanta Falcons Insiders Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim as they break down the hottest topics surrounding the Atlanta Falcons and how they can impact the team’s success. Like and subscribe to join us for the lively debate on Falcons Final Whistle. SUBSCRIBE: iTunes: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/falcons-final-whistle/id1585038333](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/falcons-final-whistle/id1585038333) SPOTIFY: [https://open.spotify.com/show/4d9VGyX5e9OHJ7BFPaqdMH?si=gUaI61sVSvyy2yu5DtBhZw&dl_branch=1&nd=1](https://open.spotify.com/show/4d9VGyX5e9OHJ7BFPaqdMH?si=gUaI61sVSvyy2yu5DtBhZw&dl_branch=1&nd=1) For more Falcons podcasts: atlantafalcons.com/podcasts/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim react to news that Calvin Ridley has been suspended for at least the 2022 season for violating the NFL’s gambling policy, breaking down how it impacts the Falcons offseason, including the importance of re-signing Russell Gage and whether this changes the odds the Falcons take a receiver at No. 8 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro, initial thoughts on Ridley news (00:02:57): How Ridley suspension impacts Falcons salary-cap space (00:07:22): How loss of Ridley as a player or trade asset impacts Falcons offseason plan (00:15:34): Is it more important to re-sign Russell Gage? (00:21:16): Should Falcons now take WR at No. 8 overall? Welcome to Falcons Final Whistle – an Atlanta Falcons postgame podcast during the season and that shifts gears in the offseason and answers a pressing question about the team’s future each week through free agency, the NFL Draft and the offseason program. Join Atlanta Falcons Insiders Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim as they break down the hottest topics surrounding the Atlanta Falcons and how they can impact the team’s success. Like and subscribe to join us for the lively debate on Falcons Final Whistle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim break down what Terry Fontenot and Arthur Smith addressed during their press conferences at the NFL Scouting Combine, including Matt Ryan, Calvin Ridley and possibilities of freeing up salary-cap space before free agency begins on March 16. We set you up for a busy stretch of the offseason, where we’ll see the Falcons make big moves to set themselves up for the 2022 season. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro (00:02:27): Addressing what Arthur Smith, Terry Fontenot said about Matt Ryan and Calvin Ridley (00:09:49): Addressing Terry Fontenot’s ‘elephants in the room’ (00:14:38): Falcons approach to free agency, Fontenot’s sales pitch (00:21:16): Why Falcons freeing up cap space is so complicated Welcome to Falcons Final Whistle – an Atlanta Falcons postgame podcast during the season and that shifts gears in the offseason and answers a pressing question about the team’s future each week through free agency, the NFL Draft and the offseason program. Join Atlanta Falcons Insiders Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim as they break down the hottest topics surrounding the Atlanta Falcons and how they can impact the team’s success. Like and subscribe to join us for the lively debate on Falcons Final Whistle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott, Tori and Kris break down the Falcons biggest needs, including which position takes the top spot, in the latest episode of the Falcons Final Whistle podcast. While edge rusher is the obvious choice, we debate other spots that simply must be addressed this offseason, and why this priority list shouldn’t influence what the Falcons do at No. 8 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro, Tori explains how all positions are needs= (00:06:31): Where is the Falcons biggest roster need? (00:17:37): Which players of need would be best fits for the Falcons?? (00:25:07): How should Falcons address the offensive line? (00:27:30): Drafting best player over needSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.