Atlanta Falcons Podcast Network

Falcons star defensive tackle Grady Jarrett joins Scott and Tori for a wide-ranging conversation on the Falcons in Focus series premiere. He dives deep when discussing his Falcons role models, how he reached his third NFL contract while maintaining a rare level of NFL lasting power. Jarrett talks about making an impact on his young son, Atlanta and the Georgia community where he grew up, leaving a legacy that will last well beyond his playing days. The Falcons in Focus podcast provides deep dive interviews with Atlanta Falcons players, coaches, staff. Join us as we delve into their personalities and passions on and off the football field. 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - The secret to getting the 3rd contract 02:10 - Message for your younger self 04:01 - Looking up to Jonathan Babineaux  05:33 - Joys of being a father 09:48 - Building & leaving a legacy   12:36 - Rapid fire questions 13:00 - Favorite play as a Falcon 13:45 - What are you watching? 14:35 - Favorite Atlanta restaurant 15:33 - Teammate you hang with the most 16:27 - Biggest pet peeve

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Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the results from Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints matchup and break down how to convert the positives into a win on the road agains the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2.  00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Topics 00:38 - Game day atmosphere 03:17 - Headline game reaction  05:09 - What went wrong? 12:35 - Big positives to take into Rams matchup 20:45 - State of the NFC South Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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Scott, Tori and Ashton break down where things got away from Falcons in the fourth quarter, after assuming control in the first three quarters. They identify things to build on, and what must happen this week so one loss doesn’t impact another game. Timecodes:  (00:00:20): Intro, recap of Falcons loss to Saints (00:01:30): What went wrong for Falcons in fourth quarter (00:05:00): Finding positives in run game, pass rush during the Falcons season opener  (00:08:46): What Falcons must do to turn the page quickly (00:10:40): Evaluating Drake London’s NFL debut

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Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the Atlanta Falcons vs New Orleans Saints matchup and break down what it will take to secure the win.  00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Topics 01:15 - Reasons to be excited 06:40 - 2022 New Orleans Saints  14:28 - How Falcons will beat the Saints 20:20 - Season Opener Memories Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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Derek, Dave and DJ discuss the recently released initial 53-man roster and break down what this could mean for the Atlanta Falcons future.  00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Topics   01:25 - Reactions to initial 53-man roster 04:43 - Initial 53-man roster surprises 09:30 - Why it’s called the ‘initial’ roster 16:03 - Strengths and weaknesses Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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Scott and Tori go over their initial 53-man roster projection following a competitive Falcons training camp and preseason, analyzing the toughest cuts, surprise inclusions and what else needs to be done with the roster heading into a Week 1 contest against the New Orleans Saints. 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Thoughts on Initial 53 Man Roster 03:05 - Moving Parts & Roster Construction 05:57 - General Impressions of AT&T Training Camp 10:56 - Most difficult roster predictions 22:15 - Making additions to initial 53-man roster 27:23 - Final Thoughts

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Derek, Dave and DJ look back on the preseason loss to the New York Jets and discuss what we learned from that game. The guys also talk joint practices with the Jaguars and where the team may focus efforts to ensure success against the the Jacksonville Jaguars.  00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Topics   01:07 - ATL vs NYJ Positives 08:00 - Positives for Ridder 12:35 - Things to work on: Penalties 18:34 - Joint practices with Jaguars 26:32 - How important to see sacks in preseason? 28:31 - Final preseason game and opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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Scott and Tori take a look back at what we learned from last week’s preseason game against Detroit, including a breakdown of Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder and expectations for him. Then they talk about what we need to see from the Falcons during an intense stretch that includes joint practices and a preseason game against the New York Jets. 

Timecodes: 

(00:02:08): Biggest takeaways from Lions preseason game

(00:04:24): Reviewing Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder performances

(00:14:15): On Drake London’s camp, injury and whether he needs to play in preseason

(00:16:20): What we want to see from pass rush, Dean Pees evaluation

(00:19:53): What we need to see from Falcons vs. Jets

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Derek, Dave and DJ look back on the preseason win against the Detroit Lions and discuss what we learned from that game. The guys also talk joint practices and how they will sharpen skills that can ultimately lead to success against the NY Jets.  00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Topics 01:02 - ATL vs DET 05:01 - Who or what stood out to you?   11:47 - Jets Joint Practices  14:50 - Better for certain groups? 20:20 - Joint Practice Memories 23:41 - ATL vs NY  Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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Derek, Dave and DJ are excited to welcome former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick to the podcast. Join the team as they discuss Vick’s Atlanta Falcons experience, and how it relates to the current Atlanta Falcons roster.  00:00 Intro 00:41 Golf game then & now 08:23 Building the culture 03:20 Experience joining the Falcons 10:51 Pressures for top talents 15:21 Balancing run & throw game  21:41 Getting comfortable as a rookie 26:04 Veterans that helped Vick 27:37 Standout Vick moments 33:21 Connecting with new receivers 35:18 Signs of a special year  39:17 D.J.'s Vick memory 41:23 What you miss most? Falcons Audible presented by AT&T: Each week, host Derek Rackley and former Falcons quarterbacks Dave Archer and DJ Shockley will talk about the Falcons, the NFC South and the biggest storylines around the NFL. More than a breakdown of the past game, Derek, Dave and DJ will share stories, provide their takes on the biggest storylines, and talk about what they mean for the weeks ahead.

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