From The Perch

It may come as a surprise, but From The Perch is ending (for now). It's been a super fun ride and in the last episode we take your questions about free agency, the draft and much more. Plus, a little bit of an explanation of why the show is at the very least pausing as of now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explaining the Falcons' interest (or lack of interest) in Lamar Jackson and why or why not it would make sense for Atlanta. Plus, the Falcons bring back Lorenzo Carter, the first major free agent to re-sign for Atlanta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new league year is a week away -- at least the tampering period -- which means it's time to figure out which of the Falcons heading to free agency might return for 2023 and beyond. We break down each guy heading toward free agency  (for now) and offer some sort off prediction of whether or not they'll be back and why or why not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons, not surprisingly, have moved on from quarterback Marcus Mariota. It opened up more money for them for next year with a player who wasn't going to be a starter. Plus, it's NFL Combine time, so what might the Falcons be looking at and what could it all mean? We get into that in the show, too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's draft season, which means it's also mock draft season. We give two mock draft scenarios for this year -- one of which is wild, the other which was even potentially more surprising -- for the first version of the mock draft madness, pre-free agency and pre-combine edition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons have the No. 8 pick in this year's NFL Draft (for now). So with that in mind, we look at eight potential prospects Atlanta could consider at the spot -- and one position they should not. We break all of that down on today's show as we start our months-long draft coverage on the pod. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A small mailbag episode today as we get into the Falcons quarterback situation and what it might mean to stay the course with what Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot are building versus going big for a change. Plus, some other quarterback questions, too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arthur Blank, the owner of the Falcons, talked for the first time in almost a while this week at the Super Bowl and he said some pretty interesting stuff about expectations and the team's quarterback situation. We explain what that might mean from the guy who signs all the checks on this episode of From The Perch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Atlanta Falcons DC Ryan Nielsen spoke to the media this week and while he didn't say much — there were clues for what to expect in his Falcons defense. We explain what you might see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Super Bowl week so naturally we look to see how the Falcons can potentially be in the final game of the season next season. We break down what needs to happen for that to even be a possibility on this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Shrine Game day so we break down what it could mean for the Falcons. Plus, what the hire of Jerry Gray by the Atlanta Falcons means to the team and the defense. Prospects Trey Dean (safety, Florida) and Dallas Daniels (wide receiver, Jackson State) join the show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons have a new defensive coordinator in Ryan Nielsen. What it means and who the team could go after is part of the conversation. Then we shift to the East-West game, where we spoke with two players playing under the Falcons staff this week -- Wake Forest receiver AT Perry and Maryland WR Jacob Copeland. Two fun conversations about football -- and in Perry's case, horror. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons are coaching in the Shrine Game. We break down what that means for them coaching the East team — and also some players they'll be coaching that will be worth paying attention to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a mailbag edition of the podcast, where we hit on all of your questions and concerns from the Falcons (and other stuff, too, because hey, it's the offseason!). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons defense is going to see some change — from coordinator to personnel to perhaps the core of what they run. What might that mean for players? And who are their key contributors regardless? We break that down here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the offseason going on, we break down the Atlanta Falcons' offense from last season and try to give some look into what it might look like in 2023. Plus, an update of sorts on the defensive coordinator search. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The offseason is here and will it … questions. Questions about the quarterback. Questions about the future of the defense and what Atlanta might do with the salary cap room it now has. It'll be interesting to watch as we start to break all of that down here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons finish their 2022 season at 7-10 by beating Tom Brady for the first time. Tyler Allgeier went over 1,000 yards for the season. Drake London set a Falcons rookie receptions record. And what to do about Desmond Ridder in the future? We unpack that and more in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, there's still a game to play this week, but much of the conversation Wednesday was surrounding Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills safety that as of Wednesday night was still in critical condition after collapsing on the field during the Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game Monday night. Spent the episode hearing from players about how they processed the injury, conversations with their families and what they have been thinking trying to move forward. Appreciative for guys being willing to take their time to talk today about Hamlin and how seeing this affected them as From The Perch also sends its deepest thoughts to Hamiin and his family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons won a game, Desmond Ridder's first win as the team's starter. But it wasn't always pretty. We break down the good, the bad and what it all might mean on this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons are a couple of games away from ending their season. But might they get a win first? We break that down. Plus, linebacker Rashaan Evans joins the show to talk his football path, his days as a quarterback (which led to some locker room laughing) and why he's so into horses). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons are once again playing out the string, but what did we learn in Atlanta's loss in Baltimore. And what can it mean for the franchise's future. Plus a breakdown of some bad officiating and your questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons head to a cold weather (ish) climate on Saturday to face the Baltimore Ravens. Will Lamar Jackson be there? And what of Lamar Jackson's future? We discuss that and more with ESPN's Baltimore Ravens reporter, Jamison Hensley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was not a performance you probably expected, but we break down everything that just happened in Desmond Ridder's debut and so much more, including Dean Pees and your questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's rivalry week. There's a new starting quarterback in Atlanta, Desmond Ridder. To understand all of it, we talk with ESPN Saints reporter Katherine Terrell and then get into the different dynamics at play with Desmond RIdder and Marcus Mariota, what happened and what it could mean now and in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While quarterback was the big move, it might not be the only one for the Atlanta Falcons. After losing 4 of their last five games, Arthur Smith made it clear changes were coming. So we look at what other changes might happen by the time the Falcons get on the field Sunday against the Saints. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After losing four of five games, Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith essentially said everything is on the table in terms of what the team might and might not do, including a change at quarterback. We look at why that might make sense for Atlanta. Then, quarterback Desmond Ridder joins the show (9:10) to chat about his journey so far this season and his path to the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After their fourth loss in five games, and another woeful offensive performance, Falcons head coach Arthur Smith left open the possibility of changing quarterbacks. Will he do it? We get into that, reviewing the game and your questions in this episodeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We change it up a little bit on today's show as Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Chris Lindstrom joins the podcast to chat about his journey to the NFL, what he might do when his playing days are over and how his diet changes from in-season to out-of-season. Plus, Rothstein breaks down Kyle Pitts to injured reserve and Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin explains what stands out the most about Atlanta's offense -- an answer that might surprise you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a chance to win late, a red zone turnover kills the Falcons chances. We break down that play, that decision, and what it might mean for the rest of the season. Plus, your questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another jam-packed holiday episode. We break down what the injuries to Kyle Pitts and Ta'Quon Graham mean for the Atlanta Falcons and then Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver joins the show to chat about football, Thanksgiving and more. Finally, ESPN Washington Commanders reporter John Keim comes on to chat about Sunday's sneaky-big matchup between the Falcons and Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A good game plan, a homecoming foiled and an NFL record falls. Just another Sunday for the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and we break it all down for you here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jam-packed episode. We talk with ESPN's Courtney Cronin on the Chicago Bears, the similarities between the Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears and, of course, Atlanta native Justin Fields. Jalen Mayfield and I chat about returning to practice and his journey thus far and Marcus Mariota explains how he tries to not hear the noise around his recent performances. Plus, some fantasy advice and a prediction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a two-game losing streak, there's a lot that has gone wrong for the Falcons on offense and defense, from players to overall units. We break down — and offer explanations for how to fix — Atlanta's five biggest issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons, in a prime time appearance, look awful in a loss to the Panthers. We explain what happened and what could be next at the quarterback position and elsewhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the Falcons-Panthers Thursday night football matchup with ESPN's David Newton, who covers the Panthers. Also, we delve deeper into Atlanta's defense, which is a struggling unit right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missed opportunities. What's going on with Kyle Pitts? And a run game that still works. We break all of that down plus your questions in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons were surprisingly busy at the trade deadline including moving on from one last star from the Dan Quinn era. They might get their top running back back soon and since it's close to midseason, we break down the Falcons at the middle of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons are in first place after one of the wildest games I've ever covered. But at 4-4, Atlanta is in a good place in the division. We break down the insanity that was the Falcons' win over Carolina See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons have a chance to take control of the NFC South.  Ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, ESPN's Michael Rothstein takes time to talk Falcons Football with Chris and Nick.  Nobody covers the Falcons like "Ace" so enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the third straight year, the Falcons and Panthers play on Halloween weekend. We break down what we might see Sunday with ESPN Panthers reporter David Newton, including the rise of P.J. Walker. Also caught up briefly with Falcons owner Arthur Blank and minority owner Warrick Dunn on the state of the team in 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons had injuries in their secondary, an offense that couldn't move the ball and it all resulted in a blowout loss. We try to break down what happened and what happens nextSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons will face one of the NFL's top receiving corps Sunday when they play the Cincinnati Bengals and they'll be doing it down their veteran in the secondary. So how do the Falcons handle Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Co.? We break that down with ESPN Bengals reporter Ben Baby and also get into much more about Cincinnati, Hayden Hurst, the matchup itself and Cincinnati cuisine. Plus, Michael offers his prediction and some personal stories as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons are at .500 again. Arthur Smith is having postgame beers with his offensive line. And the run game is legitimate. We break down what happened and get into your questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What might Sunday look like? We get into that with ESPN's Nick Wagoner, who covers the Niners. Plus, Kyle Pitts is back at practice and some thoughts on the Deion Jones trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Falcons lose a heartbreaker to Tampa Bay on a questionable-at-best call on Grady Jarrett, among other things. We get into that, what the offense looked like minus Kyle Pitts and Cordarrelle Patterson and more. Plus your questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of things going on with the Atlanta Falcons this week and that goes beyond playing for first place in the division and being over .500 for the first time since the end of 2017. Injuries to stars. New focal points. And an opponent that has a bunch of issues on their own. We get into all of that on this episode of From The Perch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through another 200-yard rushing game, the Atlanta Falcons won their second straight game. We break down what went well, what didn't and answer all your questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two of the NFL's top rushers face off Sunday when Nick Chubb and Cleveland face Cordarrelle Patterson and Atlanta. We break that down with ESPN's Jake Trotter, who covers the Browns. We also get into the Myles Garrett situation and more. Also, Kyle Pitts explains a friendly wager that, well, left him wearing something he really didn't want to on Wednesday. Plus Bryan Edwards talks about being a healthy scratch last Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This one was big. On the road. Shut down a two-game losing streak and gave Arthur Smith something to build off of. Plus, Cordarrelle Patterson continues to impress as a full-time running back, Drake London continues to catch touchdowns and there is potential -- young potential -- with this team. We get into that and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 0-2 Atlanta Falcons are trying to pick up their first win of the year and Seattle might be the team's most opportunistic chance yet. We explain why in this episode of the show -- plus diving deeper into Kyle Pitts and what he's doing for the Falcons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.