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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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(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 debut

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints matchup and break down what it will take to secure the win.

Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the recently released initial 53-man roster and break down what this could mean for the Atlanta Falcons future.

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.

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.

8_17_Falcons_FScott 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.

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(00:02:08): Biggest takeaways from Lions preseason game

(00:04:24): Reviewing Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder performances

(00:14:15): On Drake London's camp, injury and whether he needs to play in preseason

(00:16:20): What we want to see from pass rush, Dean Pees evaluation

(00:19:53): What we need to see from Falcons vs. Jets inal_Whistle_Video.mp4

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.

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.

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.

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(00:00:20): Intro, 2021 NFL Draft class evaluation

(00:03:15): Discussing Kyle Pitts, Richie Grant and Jalen Mayfield

(00:13:50): Breaking down Drew Dalman, Darren Hall and TaQuon Graham

(00:24:26): What to expect from Ade Ogundeji, Avery Williams and Frank Darby

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.

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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

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(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 camp

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.

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

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(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 opportunity

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.

In the first of a two-episode podcast 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.

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.

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(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 Ridder

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.

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.

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(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. Terrell

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.

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.