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BREAKING NEWS!! Will McFadden reacts live on-mic to the reports that the Falcons were preparing to trade Desmond Ridder. That was quickly followed by the news that Ridder was going to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for fourth-year receiver Rondale Moore, which Will responds to as it happens. Later in the episode, Will is joined by ESPN reporter Mike Rothstein to break down Atlanta's signing of Kirk Cousins and the start to free agency. During their conversation, news breaks that the NFL is

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli react to the news that Kirk Cousins will reportedly become the Falcons' next starting quarterback. Atlanta is spending big money to bring in the veteran signal-caller to get back to the playoffs and stabilize the franchise. Cousins will be 36 next season and is coming off an Achilles injury, but the Falcons are hoping the four-time Pro Bowler can become their version of Matthew Stafford. Will the move pay off?

Our position review series concludes with a look at the safeties. Jessie Bates was a revelation for the Falcons in 2023, and host Will McFadden explains why he is poised for similar success in a new defensive scheme. There are a few other important players in this group, including Richie Grant. Three years into his NFL career, Grant has shown some flashes but hasn't impressed the way many hoped. Is he a potential cap casualty or can he flourish under Raheem Morris?Sponsor Highlight: Kutt App

Will McFadden is joined by Trevor Sikkema, the lead NFL Draft analyst at Pro Football Focus. They discuss the quarterback prospects who best fit Atlanta's new offense and why it could make sense for the Falcons to go with a veteran option. Then, Trevor shares some of the non-quarterback options who could be on the table at No. 8 if the Falcons want to continue their BPA approach. Will and Trevor discuss second-round value options and some highlights from the NFL Combine, including a freakout about

Will McFadden takes a close look at Atlanta's cornerback room. A.J. Terrell enters the final year of his rookie contract and is firmly established as the team's top corner. But the Falcons are once again in the market for a long-term option at the No. 2 spot. This year's draft offers several enticing options, but Atlanta could also make a play in free agency to land a starter. In-house, the Falcons have some complementary young pieces who offer some promise.

Will McFadden continues the position review series with a look at the Falcons' inside linebackers. This was the biggest pleasant surprise of the 2023 season, and the emergence of players like Kaden Elliss and Nate Landman helped Atlanta overcome the early loss of Troy Andersen. Andersen is set to return for a pivotal third year, which could be huge for the Falcons. However, will a new defense shrink the role of a talent-laden group?

Will McFadden is joined by Josh Kendall of The Athletic, who is out at the NFL Combine covering the Atlanta Falcons. The two discuss the swirling Justin Fields rumors as well as what Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot had to say about Atlanta's quarterback search. Will and Josh also go over the NFLPA's recently released report card and what it had to say about the Falcons' head coach. Finally, they wrap it up with a brief discussion about free agency and expected scheme changes.