Falcons Audible Presented By At&t

Derek, Dave, and DJ dive into the positive takeaways from the Atlanta Falcons vs Cincinnati Bengals matchup, the Falcons evolving offense, expectations for the final preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and what it takes to make the Atlanta Falcons 53-man roster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave, and DJ discuss the standouts from the Atlanta Falcons 19-3 victory against the Miami Dolphins, the Falcons evolving defense, and what to anticipate from the upcoming preseason matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. 0:00 - Intro1:00 - Standouts from win over Miami11:41 - Expectations for Bengals matchup21:55 - The evolving defense25:15 - Home stadium storiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney break down the Falcons performance in a pair of joint practices against the Miami Dolphins in the latest training camp edition of the Falcons Final Whistle podcast. There’s tons of details about players who made a positive impression going up against another team, including Desmond Ridder, Bijan Robinson, Zach Harrison, Troy Andersen and more after two days of watching practices live from the Dolphins training complex. Timestamps (00:00:00): Intro, overall impressions of Falcons joint practices with Dolphins (00:03:34): Breaking down defensive effort, including David Onyemata and Jaylinn Hawkins (00:05:17): Desmond Ridder’s decision making; Bijan Robinson’s progress (00:09:55): Kyle Pitts’ ramp up, replacing Jeff Okudah (00:14:00): Evaluating Jerry Gray, Ryan Nielsen, Falcons defense up close (00:19:05): What we learned about joint practices; preseason previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into what is ahead for the 2023 AT&T Atlanta Falcons Training Camp joint practices with the Miami Dolphins, discuss why it’s important to build roster depth, and look ahead to the first preseason game against Miami. 00:00 - Intro 1:11 - AT&T Training Camp so far 9:56 - Injuries & building depth 16:33 - Joint practices with Miami 22:28 - Joint practice stories  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons linebacker Mykal Walker joins Scott and Tori to break down his solid start to camp, why he fits Ryan Nielsen's defense so well and what he enjoys about playing inside and outside linebacker. The fourth-year veteran also talks about how he gets through camp and next week's joint sessions with Miami. Plus, Scott and Tori break down the Falcons' first camp week in pads and which players stood out when the physicality ramped up.00:00 - Intro  00:20 - AT&T Training Camp so far 02:11 - Growth & evolving play 07:41 - Life at AT&T Training Camp 09:55 - Where players fit 11:50 - Pads are on at AT&T Training Camp 12:56 - Who & what is standing out?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons cornerback Dee Alford joins Scott and Tori on the first of several special training camp editions of the Falcons Final Whistle podcast to discuss the strides he has made in Year 2, why he takes nothing for granted and how he continues to improve. He also details camp life, his favorite snacks and players he learns from most. After that, Scott and Tori provide their first impressions of this camp and name early standouts this summer. 00:00-Intro00:19 - High Praise and underdog mentality 04:30 - Offseason work 06:18 - Depth & quality of secondary07:33 - Jerry Gray and Steve Jackon’s advice09:38 - Training Camp life21:10 - Week 1 Standouts25:05 - Pads onSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into what is ahead for the 2023 AT&T Atlanta Falcons Training Camp, discuss Arthur Smith’s coaching evolution, debate our biggest offseason wins and reflect on fun memories from their own training camp experiences. 00:00 - Intro  00:35 - Topics01:20 - Training Camp in 3 words 04:13 - Position battles ahead  09:39 - Coaching Evolution 16:26 - Biggest ‘wins’ in the offseason  21:47 - Training Camp Stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney zero in on the defense in this week's Final Whistle podcast. How obvious was the added help for Grady Jarrett across the defensive line throughout the OTA period? What could 2023 hold for Jeff Okudah? And how fierce is the competition between Dee Alford and Mike Hughes for the starting nickel job? The Falcons editorial staff discusses as the league gears up for training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney sit down to go over what they learned about the Falcons offense through the OTA period, as well as what questions they still have about the unit. What could 2023 hold for Desmond Ridder? What about Cordarrelle Patterson? What do the Falcons really mean when they talk about "position-less" football? These topics and more discussed in this week's episode.00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Topics 01:10 - What we learned about the offense 03:51 - Positionless Football 07:25 - Confidence in Offensive Line production 11:05 - Questions at Quarterback 14:24 - Cordarrelle Patterson 18:58 - Wide Receiver units See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Falcons defensive lineman John Abraham joins Scott and Tori to break down what he learned about the Falcons defense during the offseason program, including Calais Campbell, Grady Jarrett and more. He also details what he saw from Bijan Robinson and what he expects from the No. 8 overall NFL Draft pick during his rookie season.   00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Campbell is huge addition 04:00 - What Grady Jarrett means to Falcons  07:28 - How Falcons can improve Defense  10:00 - Rebounding from injuries 13:10 - Thoughts on Bijan RobinsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah joins Tori McElhaney and Scott Bair to discuss life as a five-star recruit playing Texas high school football, embracing his heritage and overcoming adversity both on and off the field.   00:00 - Intro 00:27 - ‘Walking by Faith’ after injury 02:13 - Gameday Fits  5:13 - Taking nothing for granted 07:02 - Importance of High School Football 13:13 - Playing for Ohio State 14:41 - The Movie Critic  15:54 - A Mother’s love & Family Support 19:50 - Embracing heritage & football in Nigeria 23:07 - Friendship with A.J. Terrell 24:55 - Building something special at Falcons 25:45 - Rapid Fire QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes joins Scott and Tori to discuss his career arc, entering the NFL as a first-round pick, dealing with injury and being poised and ready to capitalize on his Falcons opportunity. We also go back to some if his greatest plays, including one where he saved Central Florida's unbeaten season. 00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Joining Atlanta Falcons Secondary  01:07 - Richie Grant friendship 02:17 - Going undefeated at UCF 06:42 - Journey to 1st round draft selection 11:59 - Battling through adversity   14:05 - Importance of Mom 15:06 - Excitement for Atlanta Falcons 16:33 - Rapid Fire QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having grown up just 25 minutes from the Falcons facility in Flowery Branch, Ga., quarterback Taylor Heinicke details his excitement to return home to play for his hometown team. Heinicke also shares stories from his Collins Hill High School days as well as his unconventional journey as a backup quarterback through the league. 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - From studying to playoffs  04:47 - Making the most of every opportunity  07:14 - Friendship with T.J. Yates 09:01 -  Collins Hill High School 10:33 - Growing up a Green Bay Packers fan 12:06 - Tradition of collecting Nike Jordan shoes  14:30 - Finding a way to get it done & still having fun  17:40 - Rapid Fire QuestionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney identify themes, important sections of the 2023 schedule and how the Falcons can navigate it while competing to win a wide-open NFC South. 00:00 - Intro00:35 - Strength of Schedule01:17 - Overview & Initial Reactions04:00 - Weeks 1-4 | London Calling09:56 - Weeks 5-10 | The Trap12:20 - Weeks 12-18 | Crunch Time14:08 - What it could all meanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into the Atlanta Falcons 2023 NFL Draft, discuss the new draftees in depth, as well as examine the current state of the NFC South.   00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Topics  01:43 - Atlanta Falcons Draft in 3 words 03:09- Bijan Robinson at #8 11:21 - Matthew Bergeron at #38 15:40 - Zach Harrison at #75 20:51 - Clark Phillips III at #113 24:50 - DeMarcco Hellams at #224 26:14 - Jovaughn Gwyn at #225 28:29 - Grading the Falcons 2023 NFL Draft 31:51 - State of the NFC South 36:37 - 2023 Schedule ReleaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Tori react to the Atlanta Falcons selection of Bijan Robinson with No. 8 overall 2023 NFL Draft pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder joins Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney to detail how he turned one of two scholarship offers into a role as Falcons starting quarterback. He detailed the hilarious way he got a scholarship offer to Cincinnati, who taught him to throw a perfect spiral -- the answer will surprise you --  his bond with Drake London and how having a young daughter has changed his life for the better.   00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Important phone call in an unlikely place 05:35 - University of Cincinnati  09:38 - Importance of Coach Gino Guidugli 12:12 - Importance of family 13:35 - High school sweethearts  15:55 - Breaking windows and playing football 17:37 - Importance of mom 19:24 - Learning football from grandmother 20:38 - What made Desmond who he is 25:45 - ‘Uncle’ Drake London 27:24 - Importance of growing with teammates 29:35 - Rapid Fire QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL Network chief national reporter Steve Wyche joins the program to discuss what the Falcons might do in this year’s NFL draft. He reviews what Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot accomplished in free agency and what those moves tell us about how they might use the No. 8 overall pick.00:00 - Intro 00:30 - What Free Agency means for Draft 09:00 - No desperation at pick 8 12:15 - What happens at top of draft? 16:45 - How far would you move back? 18:45 - Thoughts on Quarterback 22:05 - Bijan Robinson, what if? 25:25 - An interesting Draft aheadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

nside linebacker Kaden Elliss joins the Falcons in Focus podcast to recall memories of growing up as the oldest of 11 siblings, as well as his father Luther Elliss' influence on him. Kaden was born mere months after Luther was drafted in 1995. Life as an NFL player is one Kaden knew well, even before he became a professional in his own right. 00:00 - Intro  00:35 - Playing vs brother in NFL game 02:29 - Growing up with 11 siblings 06:35 - Growing up in an NFL household  10:40 - From Quarterback to Linebacker 14:50 - The journey & constant strive for growth 18:28 - Rapid Fire QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Falcons defensive tackle joins Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney to discuss a unique journey from his native Nigeria to Canada, where he was first introduced to the game of football and forged a path to the NFL.  00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Cam Jordan & Ryan Nielsen  04:35 - Lagos, Nigeria to Atlanta, Georgia 07:08 - Unusual path to playing football 15:58 - Drafted to NFL while playing golf  17:42 - Welcome to NFL moment & family’s reaction 19:47 - Rapid Fire Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.