Falcons Audible: Arthur Smith & Terry Fontenot - first impressions, first moves, and looking ahead to Free Agency, the draft, and the future

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into all of the exciting news surrounding Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot as they join the Atlanta Falcons organization

NFL contracts & salary cap expert Joel Corry joins Matt Tabeek for this episode of Bird Noises to discuss the Falcons salary cap situation, what's happening across the league, and shares a few memorable moments.

Matt Miller, the NFL Draft Scout, joins Matt Tabeek to react to the Smith and Fontenot hires, share his knowledge on Free Agency and the NFL Draft, and spends some time looking back on memorable Draft moments and what is next for his career.

William Andrews was one of the most feared runners in the NFL until his career was tragically cut short due to a knee injury. The Ring of Honor inductee talks with Matt Tabeek on the latest episode of Bird Noises about some of his greatest runs, his favorite memories and why Tabeek thinks Andrews should be considered for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into discussions about the Falcons No. 4 NFL Draft pick, 2021 opponents, the search for the Atlanta Falcons head coach and general manager, and have some fun debating the most 2020 thing of 2020

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into a few fun memories, discuss the Falcons defense, talk NFL Draft, as well as much more. 

0:00 Intro

2:59 Stories of kickers doing 'kicker' things

10:40 Sold on the Falcons defense

14:06 Draft picks we'd love

18:50 Age-old Draft debate

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into the Falcons Chargers game and discuss if the offense and defense have reversed course. They also share perspectives on winning or going for a pick, as well as discuss the Jalen Hurts or Carson Wentz battle. To finish off the show, they share their favorite non-QB passes.

Longtime Falcons center Todd McClure recalls his toughest (and funniest) battles in the trenches, the Michael Vick years and playing for a lot of different coaches with Matt Tabeek on Bird Noises presented by Bose.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss new GM developments, break down the Falcons loss to the Saints, decide if they are all in on the Pro Bowl Prospects, and re-live memories while discussing Raiders-Jets

Derek, Dave and DJ dive into the Falcons playoff chances, discuss the dominant defense, the Saints-Broncos games, relive their QB mishaps, and look forward to the Saints-Falcons matchup and the possible future for Raheem Morris

Former Falcon Michael Turner talks about waiting longer for his big break, winning, the best team he ever played on, his love of food and more with Matt Tabeek on Bird Noises.

Derek, Dave and DJ break down whether there are protection issues, explore the Falcons-Saints rivalry - including a bit of trolling, and discuss the emerging possible names for the Falcons next GM

0:00 Intro

1:06 Topics

8:48 Protection Issues

14:45 Falcons-Saints Rivalry & Trolling

20:10 Emerging Names for Falcons GM search

ATL's one and only Jeezy visits Bird Noises and talks to Matt Tabeek about his love for the Falcons, what makes Atlanta different from other NFL cities, his latest work and message in 'Recession 2' and his Verzuz battle with Gucci Mane.

Derek is joined by special guests Will and Kelsey to break down the impact of the Drew Brees' injury, what to expect from the Buccaneers, and to have a little fun recalling the Saints rivalry.

Derek, Dave and DJ break down the Falcons win against the Denver Broncos, discuss whether playoffs could be in the Falcons future, the merits of the NFC South quarterbacks, and look into what it will take to beat the Saints

Former Falcon and Georgia Bulldogs star quarterback D.J. Shockley talks about baseball being his first love, how he almost wound up playing at Florida State, being picked by the Falcons, meeting Michael Vick on his first day, what Matt Ryan is really like, the bizarre Bobby Petrino era and more with Matt Tabeek on Bird Noises presented by Bose.

Derek, Dave and D.J. break down the Falcons win against the Carolina Panthers, discuss great play on both sides of the ball, rising star players, and reflect on social media fun.

Former Falcon Michael Jenkins (aka, the man who caught Matt Ryan's first pass and scored) talks about the state of the Falcons, NFL Draft, Justin Fields, mid-season coaching changes and more with host Matt Tabeek on Bird Noises presented by Bose.

Derek, Dave and D.J. break down the Falcons loss to the Lions, Todd Gurley's TD, talk trade rumors surrounding Julio Jones, being Raheem Morris, and pick sides in the Brady - Belichick debate.

Former Falcons great Jessie Tuggle returns to Bird Noises and talks with Matt Tabeek about everything from dealing with the pandemic, mental health, social justice, empty stadiums, injuries and how the Falcons can turnaround their season.

Derek, Dave and DJ reflect on the key performances that secured the Atlanta Falcons win over the Minnesota Vikings, as well as have a lighthearted conversation about the oddities of the 2020 NFL season.

Former Falcons receiver Harry Douglas talks about working in the media, adjusting to life in quarantine, how players and coaches are dealing with COVID-19, what it's like to play through a midseason coaching change and more with Matt Tabeek on Bird Noises presented by Bose.

Derek, Dave and DJ reflect on the staff departures, dive into what interim head coach Raheem Morris and the team must do to get back on track.

Derek, Dave and DJ break down the Falcons Monday Night Football loss to the Packers, what has surprised them about the Falcons 0-4 start, share a Reggie White story, and pick sides in the Bucs-Saints debate.

The members of the iconic group Goodie Mob -- Big Gipp, Khujo, CeeLo Green and T-Mo -- join Matt Tabeek to discuss the 25th anniversary of 'Soul Food' as well as their impact on Southern hip hop, the Atlanta music scene and how the Dirty South and the Dirty Birds are intertwined. | Bird Noises presented by Bose