Bleav in Falcons

Host Will McFadden and former Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli break down Atlanta's impressive 25-24 victory against the Green Bay Packers. The win moves the Falcons to 2-0 on the season for the first time since 2017, and it highlighted the differences in this team compared to others under Arthur Smith. Will and Ovie discuss the play of Desmond Ridder, the rise of Bijan Robinson and the closing ability of Atlanta's defense. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden sits down with On My Block's Mike Wahle, who played 11 seasons in the NFL, including seven with the Green Bay Packers, to talk about Atlanta's Week 2 matchup with the Cheeseheads. Mike shares some great insights about what both teams like to do, and the players who could decide the outcome on Sunday. Plus, Mike names the toughest player he blocked during his career. The answer should be a trip down memory lane for Falcons fans. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughellie are back to recap the Atlanta Falcons 24-10 victory against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. The two break down the big performances from Jessie Bates III and Tyler Allgeier as well as Bijan Robinson's debut. Plus, are there concerns for the offensive line and Desmond Ridder? Stay tuned at the end of the show to hear from Atlanta's starting quarterback, himself, on the team's victory. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Falcons reporter Will McFadden is joined by Nate Tice of The Athletic and Yahoo Sports to talk all things offense. Nate is an honorary Dirty Bird after loudly and repeatedly professing his fascination and adoration of Atlanta's offense, and he explains why the Falcons have captured his imagination. We've got it all: Bijan Robinson, Desmond Ridder, positionless philosophy, and much more! Before Nate joins the show, Will runs through the Falcons' schedule one last time and gives his final prediction for the team's record. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden is joined by Mike Rothstein of ESPN to preview the NFL's mandatory roster cutdowns that will take place before Tuesday's deadline. Atlanta has had its most competitive camp yet under Arthur Smith, and there are some very tough decisions ahead. Will and Mike dig into each position and discuss the players who are likely to make it and who might be left on the outside looking in. The two also share their thoughts on the four moves that have already been made, including the release of Jalen Mayfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Falcons reporter Will McFadden and former Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli check in on the team ahead of their final preseason game on Thursday night. Ovie shares the biggest positives he's seen from Atlanta's first two games of the preseason, and then the two get into the positions and players they will be watching closely against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Finally, Will and Ovie each reveal the five Falcons players they are most excited to see in action this season. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden shares his notes from the Falcons' 13-13 tie against the Cincinnati Bengals in their second preseason game. He names the starters who stood out in their preseason debuts, including Bijan Robinson and Desmond Ridder. It wasn't a positive night for everyone, however, and there's one player, in particular, Will is growing concerned about. Programming Note: At the end of today's podcast, you can listen to Will's post-game interview with Falcons cornerback Dee Alford. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden discusses the latest news out of Falcons training camp, including Matt Hennessy going on injured reserve and what to expect on Friday against Cincinnati. (4:56) Later in the show, Will is joined by Erin and Lee Hanson, the inventors of Guardian Caps, to discuss how their product is making the game of football safer at all levels. (20:05) Erin and Lee explain how exactly Guardian Caps help prevent concussions and what the future of safety in the league could look like. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden shares his notes from Atlanta's impressive 19-3 victory against the Miami Dolphins in their first preseason game of the 2023 season. Will starts off with his big-picture takeaway from Friday and why this game was likely indicative of what we'll see from Atlanta this season. (4:50) There were several players who deserve praise for their performance, but should fans be worried about one notable name? (15:10) Finally, Will looks ahead to the Falcons' second preseason game against Cincinnati. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden is joined by Falcons head coach Arthur Smith! The two discuss Atlanta's joint practices against Miami (10:50), learning from other sports to help his football team (15:55) and the growth Desmond Ridder has shown so far in Year 2 (19:10). Will also shares his thoughts on Friday's first preseason game against the Miami Dolphins and why he doesn't expect the starters to see much action. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Falcons reporter Will McFadden and former Atlanta fullback Ovie Mughelli break down the latest news from training camp, including the good news regarding Jeff Okudah's ankle injury. Ovie shares his stories from meeting up with several of the team's biggest stars over the years, including John Abraham, Brian Finerann and Ray Buchanan. Will and Ovie close by looking ahead to the first preseason game and their expectations for joint practices against Miami. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Aaron Freeman (3:55) to discuss Desmond Ridder's progress at quarterback, the impressive play of Atlanta's rookies - highlighted by Bijan Robinson - and the matchups they're most excited for during joint practices against Miami (and much more). Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3:30 - Will McFadden is joined by Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic of The Falcoholic to recap the first four-day stretch of Falcons training camp. The three talk about Bijan Robinson's impressive start, Desmond Ridder's performance and much more. 40:37 - Mack Hollins talks to reporters following Friday's training camp practice. Among the topics discussed are his competitive mindset with Drake London, his belief in living life barefoot and passion for avoiding all utensils. It's a great interview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by ESPN's Mike Rothstein to recap the first day of Atlanta Falcons training camp. The two first discuss the injury status of a few players, including Kyle Pitts, Calais Campbell and Caleb Huntley. Will and Mike also dig into some key position battles to watch as well as Bijan Robinson's meaty role in this offense. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're a week away from the start of training camp and host Will McFadden has five predictions for how things will unfold in Flowery Branch. Which player will be the talk of practice? How will some major camp battles end? Listen to find out! Before sharing his predictions, Will discusses the trending topic of running back value in the NFL and how Bijan Robinson could factor into the mix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Falcons reporter Will McFadden and former Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli are back! In this episode, they list off seven superlatives and assign each to a player or position group as they preview the squad ahead of the start of training camp. Who is Most Likely to Succeed? Which group will Quietly Take Over the World? Listen to find out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let's do some ranking! Will McFadden shares his list of the Top 12 Falcons players as we enter the 2023 season because he couldn't pick just 10. Who are the top-rated members of this squad and who got left off the list? Listen to find out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Kevin Knight of The Falcoholic and host of the Dirty Birds & Brews podcast to talk injuries and player value. The two first discuss the season-ending injury of Avery Williams, who led the NFL in punt return average last season. Then, they sort the primary members of Atlanta's roster into four tiers depending on how an injury involving said player would impact the team. Oh, yeah, we did it Michael Scott style. That's what she said. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Dan Pizzuta of Sharp Football Analysis, who helps explain why Bijan Robinson can immediately help the Falcons. They get into how Robinson fits the theme of Atlanta's offense as well as how he and Tyler Allgeier can co-exist in the same backfield. Finally, Dan shares his thoughts on Atlanta's chances in the NFC South. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Dave Choate, the Editor-In-Chief at The Falcoholic, to dig into the mailbag! With the draft tucked away and the schedule revealed, it seemed like an appropriate time to answer some fan questions - and they did not disappoint! Before Dave joins the show, Will reflects on a piece by Seth Wickersham about Matt Ryan's legacy and whether one game should carry so much weight. 3:03 - Matt Ryan's Legacy 11:43 - Mailbag Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli break down the Atlanta Falcons' 2023 schedule. They discuss the season opener, the lack of primetime games and share their first win-loss predictions for the year! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Josh Kendall of The Athletic to create a list of the five best moves by the Atlanta Falcons so far this offseason. It's been a very active 2023 for this organization, which added Jessie Bates and Bijan Robinson among many others, so Josh and Will did not lack options. What do you think of their list?? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Danny Kelly of The Ringer to get an expert's view of Atlanta's draft class. The two discuss the Falcons' selection of Bijan Robinson and weigh the value of the pick against his immense talent (5:26). Then, Danny shares his thoughts on the rest of Atlanta's draft class, including Matthew Bergeron (19:10), Zach Harrison (21:31) and Clark Phillips III (25:12). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden & Ovie Mughelli recap the Atlanta Falcons' 2023 NFL Draft. They discuss the selection of Bijan Robinson at No. 8 and how his presence will impact the offense in many different ways. Then, the pair run through the rest of the list and call out some of their favorite selections as well as some head-scratchers. Finally, they answer the question: Do we feel better about the Falcons after the draft? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the No. 8 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons select... Bijan Robinson! Will McFadden is here to qive his immediate thoughts on how Atlanta's offense will be impacted by Robinson, and he addresses those who will be frustrated by this pick. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy drafting, everyone! The 2023 NFL Draft begins tonight, so host Will McFadden has his draft card ready and will tell you who he thinks the Atlanta Falcons will select in the first round. While milking the clock before his pick, Will shares a few key insights from the Falcons' pre-draft press conference that may help fans better understand how the team determines the "Best Player Available." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden puts on his GM hat one last time for a final Falcons mock draft ahead of the real thing. He'll explain his pick at each Falcons draft spot as well as why he chose a specific player over others who were still available. The only thing we know to be true: Atlanta's real draft will look entirely different. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Falcons host Will McFadden discusses the possibility that Atlanta could trade up or back in this year's NFL Draft, and where that is most likely to occur. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Falcons host Will McFadden previews how the Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers could approach the 2023 NFL Draft. 00:00 - Intro 04:19 - Carolina Panthers 08:40 - New Orleans Saints 11:36 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14:17 - Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden is joined by Kevin Knight, the host of Dirty Birds & Brews and a writer at The Falcoholic, to go through a 7-round mock draft for the Atlanta Falcons. The two go through each of the team's NFL Draft picks using only their hearts to make each selection, which leaves the team with some interesting players for the road ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden is joined by ESPN's Mike Rothstein to discuss a wide variety of Falcons topics. (2:42) - Calais Campbell's potential impact (14:25) - Will Ryan Nielsen's defense be more aggressive? (24:48) - The teams inspiring Atlanta's defensive investment (34:45) - The Falcons' methodical approach could pay off (48:06) - Any chance they draft Bijan Robinson or Will Anderson? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Will McFadden reacts to the news that the Falcons have traded a fifth-round pick for cornerback Jeff Okudah, who was the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. Not only is this a positive move for the team on the field, but Will explains why this move represents a mindset that Falcons fans should absolutely love. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Falcons host Will McFadden is joined by Atlanta right tackle Kaleb McGary, who is fresh off of signing a new contract with the Falcons. Before Kaleb joins the show, Will explains why Atlanta's moves on the defensive side of the ball this offseason already have the unit headed in an entirely different direction (3:40). (20:45) - Kaleb McGary joins the show to discuss free agency, his growth as a player and his off-the-field hobbies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former team reporter Will McFadden is flying solo on this episode of Bleav in Falcons to discuss the latest news out of owners meetings and answer listener questions in an offseason mailbag. (2:13) - Desmond Ridder named the starter, Kyle Pitts' rehab update and other Atlanta news from the league meetings out in Arizona. (22:40) - Will answer's offseason mailbag questions: Fun mid-round offensive weapons in this draft, the carry breakdown at running back & much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Falcons team reporter Will McFadden is joined by the NFL Network's Chief National Reporter Steve Wyche to recap a busy an important offseason for Atlanta so far. They talk about the potential impact Jessie Bates could have, how these moves impact the draft & much more. At the end of the podcast, hear a recent interview with new Falcons defensive tackle David Onyemata! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli recap a whirlwind start to free agency for the Atlanta Falcons. The team signed arguably the top safety in free agency, added another piece to the defensive line and provided their biggest sign yet that Desmond Ridder is the starter. They discuss their favorite signings (so far), surprising decisions and reignite the quarterback debate as free agency gets underway. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Falcons writer Will McFadden shares his reactions to a busy Monday for the Atlanta Falcons. He recaps all of the day's action, and provides insights into the reported David Onyemata and Jessie Bates signings as well as the well-deserved Chris Lindstrom extension. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former team insider Will McFadden breaks down the reports that Atlanta is not interested in pursuing Lamar Jackson, plus other developing stories from Tuesday (0:53). He is then joined by Kevin Knight and Aaron Freeman of The Falcoholic and Locked On Falcons to walk through the five players on each person's free agency wish list (7:29). Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Atlanta Falcons team reporter Tori McElhaney as the NFL Combine kicks off in Indy. Before Tori comes on the show, Will reacts to the biggest news of the week for Atlanta: the finalization of the coaching staff (2:05), and the long-expected release of Marcus Mariota (12:49). Tori then shares what she's focused on heading into the combine (19:13), as well as the looming decision surrounding right tackle Kaleb McGary (25:19) and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Pro Football Focus draft analyst Trevor Sikkema for an overview of the 2023 NFL Draft. They discuss the pass rushers in this year's draft, other positions Atlanta might consider and why the Falcons might be in a tricky spot. Before Trevor joins the show, Will shares his thoughts on the hiring of defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen and the recent Jessie Bates to Atlanta rumors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Falcons reporter Will McFadden and former All-Pro fullback Ovie Mughelli preview the upcoming offseason, one that promises to be very eventful for Atlanta (7:23). They share the six things they need to see from the Falcons, including the addition of an offensive "shadow operative" (12:20) and a shutdown player in the secondary (24:00). Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli are back to break down their 10 biggest takeaways from the Falcons' 2022 season. They dig into the players, coaches and trends that defined the year and could shape the future of this franchise, including Tyler Allgeier (10:44), Drake London (22:40) and Desmond Ridder (35:00). Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden recaps the Falcons' 17-9 loss on the road to the Baltimore Ravens. He discusses Desmond Ridder's second game as the starter, and why Tyler Allgeier looks like a home-run draft pick. To close the show, Will shares how he believes fans should watch the final two games for Atlanta to learn as much as they can for the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Shelby Granath of the Ravens' team website to find out if the Falcons can play Grinch to Baltimore's playoff hopes on Christmas Eve. They get into the latest on Lamar Jackson's availability and what it could mean for a struggling offense. J.K. Dobbins is one player who is definitely not struggling, and he'll be a tall task for Atlanta's defense. And how might Desmond Ridder and the Falcons' vaunted running game fare against a very stout run defense? Listen to find out! At the tail end of the podcast, Will shares his thoughts on Chris Lindstrom earning the first Pro Bowl selection of his career and why it's so well deserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli break down the Falcons' ninth loss of the season. Rookie Desmond Ridder made his first start on the road and was held under 100 passing yards by the New Orleans Saints in a 21-18 loss. The Falcons had another good day on the ground, led by Tyler Allgeier, but a timely turnover and a slow start by the defense doomed them in this one. Will & Ovie cover all of the main angles and talk about what this loss ultimately means. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by ESPN reporter Mike Rothstein, host of From the Perch, to go in-depth on the Falcons' decision to name rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder the starter. The two discuss the timing of the decision, the reasons it was made and the ensuing Marcus Mariota fallout. In the second half of the podcast, they go over some of the players who could see increased roles over the final four games and what the expectations should be for Atlanta to close out the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden is joined by Robert Taylor of Bleav in Atlanta Sports to discuss reports that Desmond Ridder will be the Falcons' starting quarterback after the bye week. Could this actually help Atlanta's chances this season? How should fans evaluate the rookie? Will this offense change around him? They dig into all of those questions and more. Plus! Will and Robert reveal their Naughty & Nice Lists for the Falcons this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli recap the Falcons' 19-16 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The result drops Atlanta to 5-8 on the season and puts any playoff expectations on ice with the bye week upon us. The two discuss how the loss will impact the team's approach over the final four games and whether this outcome means the Desmond Ridder era will officially begin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will McFadden welcomes Kevin Knight of The Falcoholic to discuss the crossroads that presents itself in the form of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers. A win keeps everything in front of them, while a loss could trigger a look toward the future. They discuss that and how it could factor into the quarterback position. The two finish their conversation with a preview of the Falcons' game against the Steelers on Sunday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will and Ovie grab the mics to talk about the tip heard round the NFC. Atlanta and Washington battled evenly until a single tipped pass swung the outcome toward the Commanders. How do the Falcons rebound and where do they go from here? Topics: 3:50 -- Big-picture takeaways from Sunday's game 9:51 -- What's the locker-room reaction to a loss like this? 14:01 -- Atlanta's decision to throw at the goal line 23:50 -- Praise for the Falcons' run game 34:07 -- The 4th-down scenario to close the first half Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.