The Bow Tie Chronicles – Atlanta Falcons

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Author Jason Reid: Rise of the Black Quarterback Aug 06, 2022

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Author Jason Reid stops by to discuss his book: Rise of the Black Quarterback -- What it Means for America. We discuss the role of of former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick in the evolution of the position along with the importance of Randall Cunningham. Reid discuss the journey of the position starting with Fritz Pollard all the way through to current Black quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes. He also explains the 12-year ban and what the rise of the Black Quarterback means for America.

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Falcons' defense must change the culture Aug 03, 2022

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Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees has 13 seasons of coordinating defenses in the NFL. He's had seven defenses finish in the top 10 of yards allowed and 10 finished in the top half of the league. He noted that the Falcons have had only one top 10 defense over the past 20 years (2017, 9th by Marquand Manuel). He wants to change that, but will need the players to take charge. He discusses changing the culture and some of the issues the Falcons face.

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The bleak outlook for the 2022 Atlanta Falcons Jul 27, 2022

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The Atlanta Falcons are coming off a 7-10 season, but after trading Matt Ryan and revamping several key position groups the outlook for the 2022 season is bleak. One publication picked them to win just two games and Las Vegas has set the line at 4.5 wins for the entire 17-game seasons. The Falcons reported for training camp on Tuesday and will hold their first practice on Wednesday.

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The Falcons' outlook for the 2022 defense, special teams Jul 20, 2022

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Falcons coach Arthur Smith discusses the offseason and some of the keys for the defense to improve. He is looking for a couple of players to step up and help provide an interior pass rush on the defensive side of the football. The Falcons have revamped their interior linebacker position and have spent some resources at outside linebacker as they've added Lorenzo Carter, Arnold Ebiketie and DeAngelo Malone this offseason. He also advises to keep an eye on linebacker Quentin Bell, outside linebacker Jordan Brailford and cornerback Dee Alford.

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The Falcons' outlook for the 2022 offense with coach Arthur Smith Jul 13, 2022

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Falcons coach Arthur Smith helps up look at the personnel on the offensive side of the ball. He shares his philosophy on how the franchise plans to develop players along the offensive line and at the quarterback position. The Falcons have also undergone an cultural shift at the wide receiver position with a lot of big and tough-minded players, who can play inside the numbers of the field. The running back by committee appears to be much-improved.

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A look back at the Falcons' tumultuous offseason Jun 22, 2022

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With little money to participate in free agency and several major surprises, the Falcons had a tumultuous offseason that changed the direction of the franchise. We'll look back on the offseason from the completion of their 7-10 season through the trade of Matt Ryan and the mandatory minicamp. AJC columnist Mark Bradley drops by to help us reflect on the offseason.

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Falcons' position battles to watch Jun 15, 2022

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The Falcons are set to wrap up their final minicamp practice and several position battles are set up for training camp. The No. 1 battle will be at the quarterback position between Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder to see who will replace Matt Ryan. There are several other position battles on both sides of the football that will be intriguing when the team reconvenes in late July.

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Several key issues facing the Falcons' defense Jun 08, 2022

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Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees said the defense operated on 60% of the scheme last season, but will move to 100% in 2022. It was also noted that while the defense was 29th in scoring points allowed, they were 19th in explosive pass rate and 13th in explosive run rates. They didn't give up big plays, but they'll need to get more stops. Also, outside linebacker coach Ted MOnachino and assistant defensive line coach Lanier Goethie stop by to give us updates on their position groups.

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The Falcons' master plan at QB Jun 01, 2022

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For the first time in 14 seasons, the Falcons are set to have a new starting quarterback. We discussed the situation during our one-on-one with head coach Arthur Smith. We also spoked to quarterbacks coach Charles London and quarterback Marcus Mariota. The Falcons want to get Mariota ready after two seasons as a reserve, develop rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder and find a role of Feleipe Franks. We also give you the five players to watch during the open OTA session on Friday.

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5 things to watch at Falcons' rookie minicamp May 11, 2022

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The Falcons are set to hold their rookie minicamp Friday through Sunday at the team facilities in Flowery Branch. First-round pick Drake London, the wide receiver from USC, is looking forward to blending in with the team's culture. He will take things slowly because he's coming off a fracture ankle, but will be expected to contributed this season coach Arthur Smith said. Also, we hear from Arkansas running backs coach Jimmy Smith who coached Falcons rookies Justin Shaffer and DeAngelo Malone at Cedar Grove High School.

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