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Are the Falcons Still Gonna Draft a Quarterback? with The Athletic's Jeff Schultz Mar 19, 2021

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Aaron is joined by The Athletic's Jeff Schultz to discuss the Atlanta Falcons offseason strategy, moves, and what's next for the team at quarterback.

They discuss the reasoning behind low-level signings like safety Erik Harris, why the Falcons chose to restructure Matt Ryan and Jake Matthews and not other players like Grady Jarrett, Julio Jones, Deion Jones. Jeff discusses whether quarterback remains a possibility for the team at that top of the 2021 NFL Draft and the rationale behind Dante Fowler's pay cut.

Jeff is on Twitter: @JeffSchultzATL.

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Alex Mack’s Departure & Dante Fowler’s Pay Cut Mar 18, 2021

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Aaron recaps the legacy of center Alex Mack with the Atlanta Falcons, Dante Fowler's pay cut and the team's overall offseason strategy.

With Mack heading to San Francisco, he discusses the veteran's career and legacy with the Falcons and what's next for them at center. Then he discusses whether or not the Falcons would be best served keeping Fowler at a reduced price or cutting him outright before discussing what the team's overall offseason strategy and if the new regime led by GM Terry Fontenot has a cohesive plan in place.

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Ryan Restructures So Will the Falcons Pass On a QB in the Draft? Mar 17, 2021

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Aaron reacts to the Atlanta Falcons restructuring Matt Ryan's contract and how it impacts the team's offseason plans.

First, he discusses the pay cut for DT Tyeler Davison and the head-scratching trade with the Buffalo Bills for blocking TE Lee Smith. Then, he discusses whether the Falcons' draft plans are changed now that Ryan has his restructured his deal and if quarterback is off the table at pick No. 4. He also breaks down if this means the Falcons will be more proactive in free agency, whether trading back in the first round got harder and who the team will target at the top of the draft if they stay put.

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All Quiet On the Falcons Free Agency Front Mar 16, 2021

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Aaron reacts to the quiet day for the Atlanta Falcons on the first day of the legal tampering period and their decision to retain restricted free agent Matt Gono.

He discusses if the lack of opening-day activity is a strong signal to what the Falcons free-agent strategy will be, and breaks down how restricted free agency works in discussing Gono's retention. He also discusses the team losing Justin McCray and laments seeing some big name free agents find greener pastures elsewhere in the NFL.

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Mock Draft Monday & Mailbag 5.0: Jake Matthews Restructures Mar 15, 2021

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Aaron breaks down Jake Matthews' recent restructured contract and answers listener questions.

He discusses how much the Atlanta Falcons saved by restructuring Matthews' contract and how adding voidable years could impact other restructures. Then he gets into the possibility of the Carolina Panthers and Falcons' potential quarterback selections in the draft being connected in the future. He then answers listener questions about whether or not drafting QBs on Day 2 of the draft is a viable strategy and why the Falcons won't be interested in re-signing Todd Gurley.

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Free Agent Friday: Plugging Holes at Cornerback and Guard Mar 12, 2021

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Aaron reacts to the news that the Atlanta Falcons re-signed kicker Younghoe Koo among other free agents.

He explains the team's emphasis on retaining special teams players so far, why they'll let more notable free agents like Keanu Neal and Damontae Kazee test the market, and what is their plan with restructuring Grady Jarrett's contract. Then he dives into the potential options and targets the team could have with addressing their needs at cornerback and offensive guard over the next month in free agency.

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How Do the Atlanta Falcons Get Under the 2021 Salary Cap? Mar 11, 2021

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Aaron looks at the Atlanta Falcons salary cap situation as they must clear space over the next week to get under the NFL's $182.5 million limit.

He breaks down how much additional cap space the Falcons have to clear to get under the cap as well as how much they have to clear to field a competitive roster and sign their draft class. He also discusses the three compensatory picks that the Falcons picked up in the 2021 NFL Draft. He discusses which players could get cut or have their contracts restructured over the next week as the Falcons seek to become cap compliant, and why the team may want to avoid touching Matt Ryan and Julio Jones' contracts.

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James Carpenter Gets Cut: Where Do the Falcons Turn To Next at Left Guard? Mar 10, 2021

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Aaron discusses the Atlanta Falcons release of guard James Carpenter and answers listener questions.

He discusses the reasoning behind releasing James Carpenter and a player that has recently come out of retirement that might be a good fit to replace him. He also discusses the team's decision to not franchise tag safety Keanu Neal and what that means for his future in Atlanta. Then he answers listener questions on Matt Ryan and Julio Jones' possible trade value, how much the Falcons' free agent signings could signal their draft plans and what pick at the top of the draft would cause mass rioting in the streets of Atlanta.

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Twitter Tuesday: Should the Falcons Trade Back in Round One? Mar 09, 2021

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Aaron answers listener questions submitted from twitter on the Atlanta Falcons

First, Aaron breaks down the team's decision to sign a punter and why the new regime might focus on signing a bunch of special teams players and low-key free agents. Then he answers listener questions on a variety of topics including which positions the team might target in free agency, the worst-case scenario for the Falcons at pick No. 4, when they should draft a running back, which overlooked player will emerge under the new regime much like Ricardo Allen and Brent Grimes did in the past, how much trade value the 4th overall selection has and what return in assets would make trading back worthwhile.

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Mock Draft Monday & Mailbag 4.0 Mar 08, 2021

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Aaron breaks down a recent three-round mock draft from The Draft Network and answers listener questions.

He looks at three prospects that Trevor Sikkema projects the Atlanta Falcons to select in this year's 2021 NFL Draft, before answering listener questions. Today's topics including whether the Falcons will avoid players with character risks, the potential ease to find Julio Jones' heir apparent and if he can be expected to play out his career in Atlanta and discussing whether the Falcons new regime will try to move on from Jones and Matt Ryan as their attempt to build towards the future.

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