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Ultimate Divisional Crossover: Carolina Panthers - 2/13/20 Feb 13, 2020

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Aaron is joined by the Locked On NFC South podcast hosts: Bill Riccette (Locked On Panthers), Ross Jackson (Locked On Saints) and David Harrison (Locked On Bucs) for another Ultimate Divisional Crossover to break down the Carolina Panthers.

They discuss the firing of head coach Ron Rivera, the hirings of Matt Rhule and Joe Brady, the possibility of a full rebuild, reasons why the Falcons "owned" the Panthers in recent seasons, compare Cam Newton's status to Jameis Winston, replacing Luke Kuechly, whether or not to pay Christian McCaffrey, and the ultimate decision to keep or dump Cam this offseason.

Bill is on twitter: @Bill_Riccette.

Ross is on twitter: @RossJacksonASC.

David is on twitter: @DH82_BUCS.

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Ultimate Divisional Crossover: Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 2/12/20 Feb 12, 2020

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Aaron is joined by the Locked On NFC South podcast hosts: David Harrison (Locked On Bucs), Ross Jackson (Locked on Saints) and Bill Riccette (Locked On Panthers) for another Ultimate Divisional Crossover to break down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

They look back at the ups and downs of Jameis Winston in 2019, Chris Godwin's breakout year and the emergence of an up-and-coming defense. They discuss whether Jordan Love or another rookie quarterback could be an upgrade at quarterback, whether the Bucs should keep or move on from Winston, what other NFC South team would be willing to take him on, Gerald McCoy's rocky departure from Tampa and which defensive free-agent is more important to re-sign: Ndamukong Suh or Jason Pierre-Paul?

David is on twitter: @DH82_BUCS.

Ross is on twitter: @RossJacksonASC.

Bill is on twitter: @Bill_Riccette.

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Ultimate Divisional Crossover: Atlanta Falcons - 2/11/20 Feb 11, 2020

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Aaron is joined by the hosts of the Locked NFC South podcasts: Ross Jackson (Locked On Saints), David Harrison (Locked On Bucs) and Bill Riccette (Locked On Panthers) for an Ultimate Divisional Crossover to break down the Atlanta Falcons.

They recap the up and down Falcons 2019 season, retention of head coach Dan Quinn, Dirk Koetter's ability to make adjustments and whether Raheem Morris is their savior on defense. They also look ahead to the Falcons biggest 2020 needs including upgrading their defensive front and ground game along with retaining free-agent tight end Austin Hooper. They also break down how each respective NFC South team matches up with the Falcons.

Ross is on twitter: @RossJacksonASC.

David is on twitter: @DH82_BUCS.

Bill is on twitter: @Bill_Riccette.

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Ultimate Divisional Crossover: New Orleans Saints - 2/10/20 Feb 10, 2020

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Aaron is joined by his fellow Locked On NFC South podcast hosts Ross Jackson (New Orleans Saints), David Harrison (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) and Bill Riccette (Carolina Panthers) for an Ultimate Divisional Crossover episode to break down the Saints.

Ross gives his insights into the Saints 2019 season, including the impact of injuries at quarterback and Michael Thomas' historic season. Then Aaron, David and Bill discuss how they think their respective teams can find ways to compete (or not) with the Saints in 2020.

They discuss the Saints' biggest offseason question mark, centering around the potential retirement of Drew Brees, how much he has left in the tank, if Teddy Bridgewater will depart for greener pastures and whether Taysom Hill is truly a future "franchise" quarterback.

They break down the Saints' biggest offseason needs including looking towards upgrading the wide receiver and cornerback positions, and whether they'll target another NFC South pass-catcher in free agency.

Ross is on twitter: @RossJacksonASC.

David is on twitter: @DH82_BUCS.

Bill is on twitter: @Bill_Riccette.

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Offseason Q&A No. 4 - 2/7/20 Feb 07, 2020

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Aaron answers several listener questions on the Atlanta Falcons offseason plans.

Today's topics include why Dirk Koetter won't simply copy Kyle Shanahan's offense, the possibility of placing the franchise tag on Austin Hooper, a timeline for roster moves, scenarios for replacing Hooper should he leave, Desmond Trufant and Devonta Freeman's trade value, the details of the 30-percent rule, possible draft scenarios and what "big moves" can be done in free agency.

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Is There Hope Keeping Hooper? - 2/6/20 Feb 06, 2020

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Aaron discusses the promotion of Ben Steele to Atlanta Falcons tight end coach and the latest reports suggesting Austin Hooper is on his way out of Atlanta.

He profiles Steele's coaching past and discusses whether or not his role at the Shrine Bowl will lead the Falcons to target more such players.

He then breaks down Vaughn McClure's projection that Hooper will walk in free agency to join the Green Bay Packers, discusses why the Falcons brass seems so lukewarm about keeping Hooper, how robust a market he could see on the open market and whether they can re-sign him on a "team-friendly" deal come March.

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Dante Fowler & Draft Domino Effects - 2/5/20 Feb 05, 2020

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Aaron reacts to the rumors that impending free-agent pass-rusher Dante Fowler wants to be an Atlanta Falcon.

He discusses the plausibility of the rumor from Pro Football Network's Tony Pauline, Fowler's connection to head coach Dan Quinn, Fowler's potential price tag and whether the Falcons could afford it, whether a buyer's beware should be placed upon Fowler, and the domino effect signing him could have to the team's plans in the first round of the 2020 draft.

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The End of the Vic Beasley Saga - 2/4/20 Feb 04, 2020

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Aaron discusses the ups and downs of Vic Beasley's five-year tenure with the Atlanta Falcons, now that the team has officially announced it's coming to an end.

First, he speculates on why the team felt compelled to make an official announcement for an open secret before rewinding the clock back to Beasley's pre-draft evaluation back in 2015 to break down exactly how it went wrong. He goes through the good and bad from 2016, 2017, 2018 and the Falcons baffling decision to keep him in 2019. He breaks down exactly why Beasley never reached his ceiling as a pass-rusher in addition to what role he could have elsewhere.

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Mock Draft Monday & Super Bowl 54 Rapid Reaction - 2/3/20 Feb 03, 2020

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Aaron breaks down another Atlanta Falcons projected first-round pick from The Draft Network and reviews his thoughts on Super Bowl 54.

He discusses the potential fit and role for LSU edge-rusher K’Lavon Chaisson in Atlanta and whether it’s fair to compare him to Vic Beasley.

He also discusses the good and bad from Patrick Mahomes, Jimmy Garoppolo, Kyle Shanahan, the Chiefs defense and more from Super Bowl 54. He then gets into whether or not the Falcons can learn anything from the game.

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Senior Bowl Trench Players Recap with Jon Ledyard - 1/31/20 Jan 31, 2020

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Aaron is joined by NFL Draft analyst Jon Ledyard to discuss the standout pass-rushers and offensive linemen from last week's Senior Bowl practices.

Jon discusses the potential rise of Javon Kinlaw and his fit in Atlanta, possible edge-rushers the Falcons could target in Round 2 such as Josh Uche and Bradley Anae, whether Neville Gallimore's mix of motor and athleticism will put him on the Falcons radar, the difficult evaluations on Marlon Davidson and Jabari Zuniga, and who were the standout interior offensive line that the Falcons could plug and play with at center and guard such as Lloyd Cushenberry and Matt Hennessy.

Jon is on twitter: @LedyardNFLDraft.

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