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Free Agent Friday: ALL IN on Carl Lawson! Feb 19, 2021

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Aaron breaks down the Atlanta Falcons cuts of Ricardo Allen, Kurt Benkert, and Allen Bailey, along with the upcoming free-agent class of pass-rushers.

He discusses the surprise release of Benkert and what it means for the Falcons' quarterback plans, as well as the legacy of Allen's seven years in Atlanta.

Then, he breaks down why Carl Lawson is the top edge-rusher available in free agency, and why Trey Hendrickson might be the next best option over players like Leonard Floyd, Matt Judon and Bud Dupree. He then breaks down several mid-tier and cheaper veteran options the Falcons could sign before breaking down why they need to add an impact pass-rusher before they waste all of Grady Jarrett's prime years.

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A Brand New Energy With Will McFadden Feb 18, 2021

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Aaron is joined by Will McFadden, formerly of Atlanta Falcons.com, to discuss the team's offseason plans and potential breakout candidates in 2021.

Will reminisces on the relationships he built during his three years working for the official site before discussing the new and different energy that Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot are bringing into the building compared to their predecessors. They also talk about whether or not the Falcons will be bargain shoppers this offseason in free agency, before Will lists three young defensive players that could breakout in 2021.

Will is on twitter: @willmcfadden. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.

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Salary Cap 101 Plus Q&A Feb 17, 2021

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Aaron breaks down how the salary cap works and how it could impact the Atlanta Falcons decisions this offseason.

He breaks down how signing bonuses, cap hits, backloaded contracts, dead money, guarantees, post-June 1 cuts, and restructures work. Then he answers a listener question about whether restructuring Matt Ryan's contract this offseason will impact his longevity in Atlanta or the team's decision to draft a developmental QB prospect like Trey Lance.

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Should the Falcons Draft a QB? With Insight From Locked On Chargers Feb 16, 2021

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Aaron is joined by Locked On Chargers co-hosts David Drogemeier and John Kegley to discuss whether the Atlanta Falcons should draft a quarterback in 2021.

David and John offer their insight into the Los Angeles Chargers' decision to pass on Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson at the top of the 2017 Draft with an aging Philip Rivers and whether that was the right call now that they eventually landed Justin Herbert in 2020. Then David and John offer what they think the Falcons should do by building around Matt Ryan or moving on from him.

David is on twitter: @DrotalkSD.

John is on twitter: @bigestCHARGERfn.

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Mock Draft Monday & Mailbag 1.0 Feb 15, 2021

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

First, he looks at a recent Kyle Crabbs mock draft that has three quarterbacks and a monster trade happen in the first four picks. Then he answers a listener question about the players the Atlanta Falcons let walk last year and whether they would've been better served keeping them. Then, his final listener question discusses potential cap cuts and the free agents the Falcons could target to replace them.

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Inside Look at Dean Pees With Locked On Titans and Locked On Ravens Feb 12, 2021

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Aaron is joined by Tyler Rowland (Locked On Titans) and Kevin Oestreicher (Locked On Ravens) to discuss new Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees.

Tyler and Kevin share their insights into Pees' days calling plays in both Tennessee and Baltimore by looking at the pros and cons. Then, Aaron gives his assessment of Pees and what similarities and differences he hopes to see from the Falcons defense moving forward.

Tyler is on twitter: @TicTacTitans.

Kevin is on twitter: @KOestreicher34.

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BONUS EPISODE – Locked On Today – The only 20 minutes you need to be prepared for the day in sports. Feb 12, 2021

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The latest from Atlanta where they are getting ready to host an NBA All-Star game that players don't want and fans are confused over. LeBron James sends the Lakers into overtime against the Thunder. The Suns ended the Milwaukee Bucks win streak. Karl-Anthony Towns returned for the first time since contracting COVID-19. A 5-team trade in the WNBA. Are the Jets the most interesting NFL team this offseason? Plus, Can the Vikings pull off what the Buccaneers did? It's the Q of the day.

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Free Agent Tinder: Swiping Left or Right on Falcons Free Agents with Allen Strk Feb 11, 2021

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Aaron is joined by Allen Strk to play Free Agent "Tinder," swiping left or right on which Atlanta Falcons free agents should stay or go.

They discuss the legacies of the late Chris Wesseling and Terez Paylor before Allen shares his thoughts on Super Bowl 55 and the display of top-notch coaching by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Then, they jump into their tinder game, debating whether Todd Gurley, Brian Hill, Darqueze Dennard, Keanu Neal, Damontae Kazee, among others, should be kept or allowed to walk in free agency.

Allen is on twitter: @allenstrk.

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How to Build Sustainable Success with The Athletic’s Tori McElhaney Feb 10, 2021

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Aaron is joined by The Athletic's Tori McElhaney to discuss the Atlanta Falcons offseason plans and priorities.

Tori shares her thoughts on whether trades of Matt Ryan and Julio Jones are still on the table, their top three needs entering the offseason, whether the Falcons should target short-term or long-term fixes in free agency, and the new coaching staff and front office's willingness to adapt plans to fit the current personnel.

Tori is on Twitter: @tori_mcelhaney.

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Falcons Offseason Priorities with Dave Choate Feb 09, 2021

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Aaron is joined by The Falcoholic's Dave Choate to discuss the Atlanta Falcons' offseason priorities and plans.

Dave shares his takeaways and lessons from the surprising Super Bowl 55 result, whether fixing the team's pass rush vs. coverage is their biggest offseason defensive priority, and whether the offensive line should take precedence when it comes to addressing their run game this offseason. Dave then shares some bold offseason predictions with some surprise cuts, draft picks, and free-agent signings.

Dave is on twitter: @TheFalcoholic.

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