The Bow Tie Chronicles – Atlanta Falcons

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Ryan discusses how to improve the inconsistent offense Apr 11, 2018

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Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has his message ready for the team when they return to start their offseason program on Monday. He plans to discuss discipline and consistency. He wants everyone in a meeting and on the practice field to be purposeful.

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Sifting through the draft misdirection and misinformation Apr 04, 2018

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The Falcons have accomplished running backs in Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman. They clearly have other needs at defensive tackle, offensive guard, fullback and wide receiver. Exactly why are they looking at Georgia running back Nick Chubb? We offer some insight. Also, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell drops by to help us celebrate the 50th episode.

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Six Falcons who need to elevate their play in 2018 Mar 28, 2018

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Falcons coach Dan Quinn was asked to give us five players who needed to elevate their play in 2018 and he gave us six. Two on offense and four on the defensive side of the ball. Quinn also told us what's expected from the new players signed in free agency and how Derrick Shelby returned to the team after being released for financial reasons.

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With free agency over, start building your draft board Mar 21, 2018

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The Falcons have a glaring hole at defensive tackle now that free agency is essentially over. They lost Dontari Poe and don't have an experienced replacement on the roster. Jack Crawford has played some rush tackle in the nickle, but was a defensive end. Taniela Tupou is also on the roster. All signs are pointing to the Falcons taking a defensive tackle in the upcoming NFL draft.

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Matt Ryan's big deal is coming soon Mar 14, 2018

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With the NFL quarterback market starting to settle, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is set to agree to a hefty new contract extension with the team that will likely average just under $30 million dollars per year. Ryan's agent, Tom Condon, who had a deadline while working on a deal for New Orleans' quarterback Drew Brees, is now free to shift over to Ryan's deal. Ryan has all of the team's quarterback records and has been only the second quarterback to guide the franchise to the Super Bowl. Also, former Georgia running back Nick Chubb stops by the podcast to discuss his NFL prospects.

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A wrap-up of the 2018 NFL Scouting Combine Mar 07, 2018

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The NFL scouting combine is in the books. We take a look back at some of the top players from Georgia through the eyes of Falcons coach Dan Quinn. Also, former Georgia linebacker Roquan Smith, a projected top 10 pick, gives us his views on leadership and why it was so hard to make the decision to leave Athens, Ga.

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No more power outages on offense Feb 28, 2018

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We are at the NFL Scouting Combine where the Falcons need to address their weakness in short-yardage situations. The offense came up short over the last two seasons when it was time to pick up a few yards. Also, NFL Network draft guru Mike Mayock stops by to discuss some of the University of Georgia products.

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Falcons are looking ahead to the combine Feb 21, 2018

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The Atlanta Falcons' front office and scouting personnel are getting ready to head up to Indianapolis for the NFL scouting combine. The Falcons will be looking to improve their offensive and defensive lines in the draft.

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Blank wants a 'respectful' contract for Matt Ryan Feb 14, 2018

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Falcons owner Arthur Blank discusses the importance of Matt Ryan's contract extension being respectful to him, his family and the team while not harming the franchise's long-term future and ability to be a sustainable winning franchise in the 43rd episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles.