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#113 The One With John Abraham: Breaks Down the REAL State of the Falcons #atlantafalcons


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Episode 92 of The Waterboyz Show is a certified Atlanta classic. We sat down with Falcons legend John Abraham, one of the greatest pass rushers to ever put on the red and black, and we got into EVERYTHING happening right now with the Atlanta Falcons — the highs, the lows, the confusion, the culture, and the future. If you love Atlanta sports, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.


We start by diving into the state of the franchise, breaking down where Head Coach Raheem Morris has this team mentally, physically, and culturally. Abraham opens up about what he sees inside the locker room, what’s missing from the Falcons’ identity, and how the rookies are responding under pressure. We talk about the importance of leadership, discipline, buy-in, and the difference between just “playing” and actually “building a winning culture” in Atlanta.


Abraham also shares stories and real insight from his visit with the Falcons rookies — what he told them, how they reacted, and why he believes this next generation holds the key to the future of this franchise. This episode gets deep into what it really means to wear that Falcons helmet and why Atlanta fans deserve better.


We also break down the rise of Jalen Barker, his potential, and what makes him one of the most exciting young pieces in the organization. John Abraham gives real NFL-level insight about technique, mentality, effort, and what separates average rookies from future stars. If you’ve been hearing the hype around Barker, Abraham explains exactly what the tape shows and why his ceiling is higher than people think.


Then we shift into James Pierce Jr., another emerging force. Abraham tells us what he sees in Pierce’s game — the explosiveness, the motor, the intelligence — and why he believes Pierce could become one of the most important young defenders on the roster. We talk about what Atlanta must do to develop him the right way, how the coaching staff can maximize his strengths, and what it would take for him to become a long-term foundational piece for the franchise.


Of course, it wouldn’t be a Waterboyz Show episode without talking about the fans. John Abraham gives his honest thoughts on the frustration, the passion, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with being a Falcons supporter. From heartbreak seasons to unexpected losses to the constant rebuilding phases, we dig into the psychology of being an Atlanta fan and why this city continues to stand strong through it all.


We also get into the bigger picture — what does success look like in Atlanta? What does Raheem Morris need to prove? Is the roster built correctly? How far away is this team really from being competitive? What should fans expect from the rookies, the young core, and the defense moving forward? John Abraham answers all of it with no filter.


This episode is real, raw, and full of game — from one of the greatest Falcons defenders ever. Whether you’ve been rocking with the team since the Dome days, or you’re just now joining the Falcon Faithful, Abraham gives insight that hits on every level: cultural, emotional, and strategic. This is the type of conversation you can only get on The Waterboyz Show.


Make sure you watch the full episode, drop a comment, and let us know what YOU think about the future of the Falcons. Are we building? Are we stuck? Are we close? Or do we need to hit the reset button again? Tap in — this one is for the real fans.

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