The Falcons shocked the NFL by drafting Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Host Kevin Knight is here to break down the first round, including thoughts on the pick, the timeline for Penix to start, and the potential conflict this could create with Kirk Cousins.

Falcons draft QB Michael Penix Jr.: NFL Draft Round 1 recap

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With the dust finally settling on the Falcons draft class, host Kevin Knight is joined once again by Thor Nystrom (Fantasy Pros) for some in-depth analysis on the selection of Michael Penix and his strengths and weaknesses. The two also discuss their favorite picks from Atlanta's draft, as well as some of Thor's scouting on the UDFA class.

Analyzing Michael Penix and the Falcons UDFA class with Thor Nystrom

The Falcons created a stir in the league with their 2024 NFL Draft class, and host Kevin Knight is joined by Joe Patrick to continue the discussion on the selection of Michael Penix Jr., the trade-up for Ruke Orhorhoro, and the overall future-focused draft class that took many fans and analysts by surprise.

Falcons 2024 draft class discussion with Joe Patrick

The Falcons officially came away with eight picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, and hosts Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Daniel Flick (Sports Illustrated) for an in-depth breakdown of Atlanta's selections. How does the pick of Michael Penix Jr. affect the team, and is Atlanta more future-focused than initially thought based on their early selections?

Breaking down the Falcons 2024 draft class with Daniel Flick: The Falcoholic Live, Ep285

The Falcons finalized their 2024 NFL Draft class with five picks on Day 3, finishing with a defensive emphasis after a controversial QB pick at the top. Host Kevin Knight is here to break down all the selections and the draft as a whole, starting with the pick of Michael Penix Jr., the future-focused selections on the defensive line, and some late additions to the offense.

Falcons NFL Draft Recap: Atlanta emphasizes defense after controversial QB pick

The Falcons were busy on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft, as Atlanta traded up to select DT Ruke Orhorhoro at 35 and then took EDGE Bralen Trice at 74. Host Kevin Knight is here to break down all the action from the second and third rounds, including an analysis of the trade up to 35 and the fit of both Orhorhoro and Trice into the team's new-look defense.

Falcons draft QB Michael Penix Jr.: NFL Draft Round 1 recap

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