Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast
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Formerly The Falcoholic Podcast. Host Kevin Knight (The Falcoholic) brings you in-depth coverage of the Atlanta Falcons all year long with multiple episodes a week. Join us for takes on the NFL, the NFL Draft, and NFL free agency from a Falcons-centric perspective. Also brews, of course. Catch the live show on YouTube on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET and immediately following all games: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFalcoholicLive Join our community Discord server: https://discord.gg/A2ybd2ywnd Support the show on Patreon for exclusive perks (and our gratitude): https://www.patreon.com/falcoholiclive
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Formerly The Falcoholic Podcast. Host Kevin Knight (The Falcoholic) brings you in-depth coverage of the Atlanta Falcons all year long with multiple episodes a week. Join us for takes on the NFL, the NFL Draft, and NFL free agency from a Falcons-centric perspective. Also brews, of course. Catch the live show on YouTube on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET and immediately following all games: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFalcoholicLive Join our community Discord server: https://discord.gg/A2ybd2ywnd Support the show on Patreon for exclusive perks (and our gratitude): https://www.patreon.com/falcoholiclive
Language:
English
Episodes
Falcons set final roster and practice squad: Falcoholic Live, Ep343
8/27/2025
The Falcons have finally revealed their initial 53-man roster and most of their practice squad for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down who made the cut and who didn't, discuss the loss of Kaleb McGary and how Atlanta might replace him, and bring up potential moves over the next few days.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
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Duration:01:06:27
Falcons final roster revealed, Kaleb McGary out for the season: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/26/2025
The Falcons have their first 53-man roster of the 2025 NFL season! Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss who made the cut and who didn't, Kaleb McGary out for the season, the biggest surprises, and the moves we're still expecting to see before Week 1.
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Duration:00:53:47
Projecting the Falcons final roster and practice squad
8/23/2025
The final preseason game is behind us, and it's time for the Falcons to set their initial 53-man roster. Kevin Knight brings you his final predictions for Atlanta's roster and practice squad. Which UDFAs will make the team, who will be the surprise cuts?
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Duration:00:37:55
Falcons Kaleb McGary injury: who takes over at tackle? ft. Aaron Freeman: Falcoholic Live, Ep342
8/20/2025
The Falcons may have suffered a major loss at Wednesday's practice, as right tackle Kaleb McGary was carted off the field. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked on Falcons) to discuss the implications of the injury and who might be called upon to step up in McGary's absence.
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Duration:01:19:48
Falcons winners and losers from Preseason Week 2: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon Diaz
8/19/2025
Who were the winners and losers from the Falcons preseason loss to the Titans? Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss the players who impressed and disappointed in the second week, including strong games from Nate Carter and Brandon Dorlus and concerning days from Easton Stick and Lamar Jackson.
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Duration:01:13:41
Falcons vs Titans instant reactions: Who stood out in Preseason Week 2? ft. Allen Strk
8/15/2025
The Falcons fell 23-20 to the Titans in the second week of the 2025 NFL preseason. Kevin Knight, Adnan Ikic, and Allen Strk are here to bring you their instant reactions from the game, including Easton Stick's struggles, Nate Carter's breakout, strong play by Natrone Brooks and Brandon Dorlus, and a whole lot more.
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Duration:00:51:45
Falcons vs Titans joint practice recap and preseason preview ft. Chris Belcher
8/14/2025
The Falcons and Titans wrapped up their joint practices ahead of Friday's preseason game, and Kevin Knight is joined by Chris Belcher (Bleav in Titans) to discuss everything we've seen thus far. How have Michael Penix and the offense fared against Tennessee's defense? Has Atlanta's new-look defense been able to limit rookie Cam Ward and Calvin Ridley?
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Duration:00:32:44
Winners and losers from Falcons vs Titans joint practice with Joe Patrick: Falcoholic Live, Ep341
8/13/2025
After two heated days of joint practices between the Atlanta Falcons and the Tennessee Titans, we’ve got a clear list of winners and losers. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Joe Patrick to bring you everything you need to know from Flowery Branch. How did Atlanta’s starters match up against Tennessee, and how did things shake out up and down the depth chart?
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Duration:01:12:30
Falcons vs Lions preseason review: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/12/2025
We learned a lot from the Falcons preseason game against the Lions, and Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz are here to take you through the most important notes from the first week of the preseason. Atlanta's pass rush shined, Easton Stick turned in a terrific performance, Dylan Drummond made his case, and more.
Duration:00:52:22
Falcons training camp report and preseason preview ft. Marc Raimondi: Falcoholic Live, Ep340
8/6/2025
The Falcons are transitioning into preseason preparation ahead of Friday's matchup with the Lions, but we're not done with training camp just yet. ESPN's Marc Raimondi joins Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic to break down the latest news coming out of Flowery Branch, including practice reports, the new depth chart release, injury updates, and more.
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Duration:01:07:57
Falcons extend Kaleb McGary, Micah Parsons trade rumors: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/4/2025
The Falcons extended Kaleb McGary, Micah Parsons trade rumors swirl, and James Pearce Jr. emerges as the villain the Falcons need. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz address the latest news coming out of Atlanta, including some updates from training camp.
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Duration:01:02:45
Projecting the Falcons roster after the first week of training camp
8/1/2025
The Falcons completed the first week of training camp, and we’ve learned a lot about the current state of the roster. Kevin Knight brings you his latest roster projection based on his observations from Flowery Branch, including the state of wide receiver, cornerback, safety, and a whole lot more.
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Duration:00:36:50
Falcons training camp Day 4 report: Falcoholic Live, Ep339
7/30/2025
Falcons training camp on Tuesday featured the first padded practice and quite a bit of explosive action on both sides of the ball. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic bring you their observations from Day 4 in Flowery Branch, including some spectacular Michael Penix throws, more dominant play from James Pearce Jr, the return of Cobee Bryant, and more.
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Duration:01:12:51
Falcons training camp Day 3 report: Falcoholic Live
7/27/2025
Falcons training camp on Sunday was full of fireworks, including the best day yet for Michael Penix and the offense and a couple of scuffles between James Pearce Jr and the offensive line. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic bring you all the news and notes you need from their live coverage of Day 3.
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Duration:01:16:58
Falcons training camp Day 2 report: LIVE from Fire Maker Brewing
7/27/2025
The second day of Falcons training camp featured defensive dominance along with some impressive throws from both Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic bring you everything you need to know from Saturday's practice LIVE from Fire Maker Brewing in Atlanta and complete with Q&A from our audience.
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Duration:00:59:54
Falcons training camp Day 1 news and notes: Falcoholic Live, Ep338
7/24/2025
The Falcons opened training camp on Thursday with significant fanfare. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic bring you their live reporting from Day 1, including an impressive opening performance from Michael Penix Jr and Kyle Pitts, our first look at Jeff Ulbrich's defense, updates on the rookie class, and more!
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Duration:00:59:57
Falcons linebacker review: Divine Deablo or Troy Andersen? Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
7/22/2025
The Falcons struggled at linebacker last season, but a big new addition in Divine Deablo along with Troy Andersen returning from injury could bring a much-needed boost to the position. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break it all down, including the highly-anticipated battle between Deablo and Andersen, the status of JD Bertrand, and more.
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Duration:00:47:21
Falcons safety review: Will Xavier Watts start next to Jessie Bates?
7/18/2025
The Falcons have totally overhauled their safety room outside of star Jessie Bates, adding two rookies and a number of veterans to compete for primary roles. Kevin Knight discusses Atlanta's depth chart at safety, including the chances for Xavier Watts to start, where Billy Bowman will play, and the top competitors for the 53-man roster.
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Duration:00:28:32
Bold Falcons training camp predictions ft. Tre'Shon Diaz: Falcoholic Live, Ep337
7/16/2025
With the Falcons opening training camp in a week, it's time for Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz to deliver their boldest predictions. Will Xavier Watts emerge as a starter? Who wins the slot cornerback job? How many UDFAs will make the roster?
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Duration:01:06:10
Falcons edge rusher review: Unleash Jalon Walker and James Pearce
7/15/2025
The Falcons invested heavily into the edge rusher position in free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft, with first-round rookies Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. looking to make an instant impact. Kevin Knight breaks down the depth chart at EDGE, including the different roles we may see, how players like Zach Harrison and Leonard Floyd will be deployed, and more.
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Duration:00:25:37