Hey Falcons Final Whistle listeners, we have great news.We have joined the new Atlanta Falcons Podcast Network, which can be found on YouTube, AtlantaFalcons.com, as well as where ever you get your podcasts.The Atlanta Falcons Podcast Network features our post-game podcast - Falcons Final Whistle, and Falcons Audible – a show that previews matchups and discusses storylines from around the NFC and the league, as well as Falcons in Focus – a podcast where current Atlanta Falcons players join us...

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...

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...

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 -...

Scott and Tori take a look back at what we learned from last week’s preseason game against Detroit, including a breakdown of Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder and expectations for him. Then they talk about what we need to see from the Falcons during an intense stretch that includes joint practices and a preseason game against the New York Jets.  Timecodes:  (00:02:08): Biggest takeaways from Lions preseason game (00:04:24): Reviewing Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder performances (00:14:15):...

Scott, Tori and Ashton take a close look at the 2021 NFL Draft class heading into Year 2, with realistic expectations for each player and roles each selection will fill in the 2022 campaign. We break down each player in Terry Fontenot’s draft class, from first-round pick Kyle Pitts through seventh-rounder Frank Darby. The Falcons will be counting on most members of this draft class, hoping they can make a big jump in their second seasons. Timecodes: (00:00:20): Intro, 2021 NFL Draft class...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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, Kris

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...

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)...

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....

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...

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...

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...

Scott Bair, Tori McElhaney and Kris Rhim take a look at the Cincinnati Bengals’ rise from worst to first in the AFC during a run to the Super Bowl and whether the Falcons can emulate that quick ascent to prominence while Terry Fontenot and Arthur Smith work to usher in a period of sustained success. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro, initial thoughts on Bengals Super Bowl run (00:07:39): Outside Joe Burrow, what keyed the Bengals rise from worst to first? (00:17:28): How Joe Burrow factored...

Scott, Tori and Kris discuss Cordarrelle Patterson’s future with the Falcons, just weeks away from him hitting the open market in unrestricted free agency. He unlocked true potential during his first season with Arthur Smith and the Falcons, saying that city of Atlanta changed his life and that he’d like to retire a Falcon. Will that happen? We break it all down on Falcons Final Whistle in our latest question of the week. Timecodes: (00:00:00): Intro, initial thoughts on Cordarrelle...