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Mike, Beau, and Ali close out the final hour by spending some time with Atlanta Falcons beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Josh discuss if Josh thinks the Falcons will use Jalon Walker the way the Cowboys use Micah Parsons, what would be fair expectations for Jalon Walker in his rookie season, what Josh expects from James Pearce Jr. in his rookie season, if Josh thinks the Falcons got a fair shake when it comes to their 2025-26 schedule, if Josh was surprised that the Falcons got five primetime games this season, if Josh thinks Xavier Watts will be fighting with DeMarcco Hellams for that other safety spot next to Jessie Bates, how the Falcons plan to improve their run defense in the middle of their defensive line, and why the Falcons haven't signed Ryan Neuzil yet
HR3 - Jalon Walker will only be pass rusher for Falcons until at least year two In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and talk about what their expectations are for Jalon Walker in his rookie year and cell phone etiquette in the Wake Up Call! Then, Mike, Ali, and Beau continue the final hour by spending some time with 92.9 The Game's own Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Beau, Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss how the other guys besides Ronald Acuña Jr. like Jarred Kelenic and James McCann are doing in Triple-A Gwinnett, the importance of having both Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy at catcher, the difference in Ronald Acuña Jr.'s demeanor between Wednesday night when he got questions about his tweet about Jarred Kelenic and Brian Snitker and last night after his first rehab start with the Gwinnett Stripers, if Drake Baldwin could replace Marcell Ozuna next season as the team's designated hitter, and what the future of the Braves' outfield and bullpen looks like with the returns of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Jurickson Profar looming and Craig Kimbrel possibly being called up to the big league club soon. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by spending some time with Atlanta Falcons beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Josh discuss if Josh thinks the Falcons will use Jalon Walker the way the Cowboys use Micah Parsons, what would be fair expectations for Jalon Walker in his rookie season, what Josh expects from James Pearce Jr. in his rookie season, if Josh thinks the Falcons got a fair shake when it comes to their 2025-26 schedule, if Josh was surprised that the Falcons got five primetime games this season, if Josh thinks Xavier Watts will be fighting with DeMarcco Hellams for that other safety spot next to Jessie Bates, how the Falcons plan to improve their run defense in the middle of their defensive line, and why the Falcons haven't signed Ryan Neuzil yet.
We continued hearing from members of the Falcons' rookie class after they were on with Dukes & Bell yesterday. Is Xavier Watts ready to step in next to Jessie Bates? Can Billy Bowman establish himself as a strong option at nickel? We discussed and then hit an In The Huddle to discuss the option of bringing in Jadeveon Clowney.
Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about some position battles the Atlanta Falcons' 2025 draft class and undrafted free agent signings could create.
Tiffany, Mike and Beau play a round of Extend, Sign, Draft
HR2 - Malaki Starks & Jessie Bates would be nice safety duo for Falcons In hour two Tiffany, Mike, and Beau explain why the Atlanta Falcons drafting Georgia Safety Malaki Starks at number 15 overall makes a lot of sense, react to the biggest NFL stories, headlines, rumors, reports, and happenings as they go In The Huddle, reacting to Bryce Elder struggling yesterday at times during the Braves' Grapefruit league game against the Washington Nationals yesterday, and talking about how Elder's struggles yesterday don't raise any extra concerns, but don't help settle the concerns that were already present with Bryce. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour two by playing a round of Fair or Foul!
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 11am hour is presented by Findlay Roofing. Atlanta's most trusted and recommended roofer with 4 decades experience, and a lifetime warranty on their work...FindlayRoofing.com X Question of the Day on the Harrah's Cherokee X Feed Super Bowl week - Roger Goodell State of the League address On Campus - Scott Cochran PECOTA predicts Braves fortunes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 2nd hour of today's show, the guys chat with Jeff Sentell of Dawg Nation, and we hear from Jessie Bates.
In the 3rd hour of today's show, the guys hit the Dawg Report. Falcons safety Jessie Bates joins the show.
Bates recaps the tough loss vs Washington and previews how the team gets back up to finish the regular season vs Carolina
The Washington Commanders (10-5) host the Atlanta Falcons (8-7) this Sunday night at home at Northwest Stadium. Shoutout Ref The District for having us on yesterday! Please subscribe to their channel and check us out joining them here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJccm__TG-g We begin with the All-22 review against the Philadelphia Eagles. It was the Jayden Daniels show, who was excellent in his 5 TD performance. KDot highlights 3 specific plays that shows Jayden's growth this season. We talk NFC playoff race. The Commanders can clinch a playoff spot with: Win OR Tampa Bay loss to Carolina We begin our preview against the Falcons with our offense, Kliff Kingsbury and Jayden Daniels against Jessie Bates, Justin Simmons, Kaden Elliss and the Falcons defense. How do we attack this defense? Looking at the other side of the ball, the Commanders defense is now once again without Marshon Lattimore in the lineup. What does our defense need to do in order to stop Bijan Robinson, Drake London, Kyle Pitts and fellow rookie QB Michael Penix Jr.? We move to our predictions. The Commanders are 4.5 point home favorites with an over under of 47.5 points. Who do you have winning? The Comment Mailbag features 20 comments! Thank you all for the comments! We appreciate them as always. AFTER THE POD discusses the playoff race, and the Frankie Luvu hit on Jalen Hurts. Please LIKE the video + Subscribe to the channel! Follow us on Twitter/X at https://twitter.com/DistrictDivided TIMECODES 0:00 Intro 2:46 NFC Playoff Picture 3:58 All-22 Review 14:42 Injury Report 16:21 Commanders Offense 27:59 Commanders Defense 38:18 Predictions 43:03 Comment Mailbag 1:27:28 AFTER THE POD #commanders #nflplayoffs #atlvswas
The guys hear from Coach and Bates following their huge victory over the Giants
Welcome to "The Locker Room" with "Hometeam" Brandon Leak, John Michaels and former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran. The guys talk all the top stories from the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Bulldogs, Tech as well as across the nation. The 6 O'clock hour is brought to you by Right From The Heart, Sign up and receive your daily devotionals by email at rightfromtheheart.org Starting 5 Penix Wins Debut CFP Playoff Duds OTP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to "The Locker Room" with "Hometeam" Brandon Leak, John Michaels and former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran. The guys talk all the top stories from the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Bulldogs, Tech as well as across the nation. The 7 O'clock hour is brought to you by All Four Seasons Garage and Entry Doors, Big enough to serve. small enough to care Falcons Defense Shines Falcons Future Divorce RPO presented by Subaru of Gwinnett See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of today's show, the guys hit the top 3 at 6. Jessie Bates speaks post game about how this team needs to avoid continually having slow starts.
Welcome to "The Locker Room" with "Hometeam" Brandon Leak, John Michaels and former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran. The guys talk all the top stories from the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Bulldogs, Tech as well as across the nation. The 6am hour of The Locker Room is brought to you by "Right From The Heart". Sign up and receive your daily devotionals by email at rightfromtheheart.org Welcome to "The Locker Room" Starting 5 presented by Piedmont Bank Falcons Look to Bounce Back See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! The 10am Hour is sponsored by Cornerstone Remodeling Atlanta, for renovations to your home, Trust Cornerstone Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin Atlanta Falcons College Football Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union, Atlanta Area BMW Centers Georgia Pack and Load Marco's Pizza and Attorney Ken Nugent Buck's Picks of the Week The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! The 10am Hour is sponsored by Cornerstone Remodeling Atlanta, for renovations to your home, Trust Cornerstone Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin Atlanta Falcons College Football Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union, Atlanta Area BMW Centers Georgia Pack and Load Marco's Pizza and Attorney Ken Nugent Buck's Picks of the Week The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! The 10am Hour is sponsored by Cornerstone Remodeling Atlanta, for renovations to your home, Trust Cornerstone Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin Atlanta Falcons College Football Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union, Atlanta Area BMW Centers Georgia Pack and Load Marco's Pizza and Attorney Ken Nugent Top 5 The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! The 10am Hour is sponsored by Cornerstone Remodeling Atlanta, for renovations to your home, Trust Cornerstone Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin Atlanta Falcons College Football Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union, Atlanta Area BMW Centers Georgia Pack and Load Marco's Pizza and Attorney Ken Nugent Top 5 The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 11am hour is presented by Findlay Roofing. Atlanta's most trusted and recommended roofer with 4 decades experience, and a lifetime warranty on their work...FindlayRoofing.com X Question of the Day on the Harrah's Cherokee X Feed Sports! - World Series, Falcons & more Daily Headlines ESPN & SEC Network Laura Rutledge World Series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of today's show, the guys replay interviews from Jessie Bates and Kirk Cousins live post game after the win vs Tampa Bay.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin'!? Atlanta Falcons NFL Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union and Attorney Ken Nugent Top 5 presented by Ace Hardware The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Atlanta Falcons rode Kirk Cousins's four-touchdown day and Jessie Bates's timely turnovers to outlast the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and take a 1.5-game lead in the NFC South. Nick and Scott react to the game on today's episode of the Falcons Podcast. Get 20% OFF at Lion Coffee with our code GOFALCONS20 https://www.lioncoffee.com/ (Cases and 100% Kona not included) Nick Kendell: https://twitter.com/NickKendellMHH Scott Kennedy: https://www.youtube.com/c/scottkennedy?sub_confirmation=1 For More Atlanta Falcons News: https://www.si.com/nfl/falcons/ #Falcons #atlantafalcons #DirtyBirds The Falcons Podcast: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Sa2BYyM3pLAV78VXAb1Cs iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-falcons-podcast/id1625096227?uo=4 iHeart - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-the-falcons-podcast-97509849/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! Buck's BIG Take What's Poppin'!? Atlanta Falcons NFL Bounce Bulldog Beat presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union and Attorney Ken Nugent Top 5 presented by Ace Hardware The Final Word presented by Howard Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Hometeam" Brandon Leak and John Michaels talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current scene in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily right here in the Locker Room. The 8am hour is presented by Brown and Co. Jewelers Falcons Tight End Apologizes Movin the Chains Slice of Life presented by Advanced Hair Restoration See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Hometeam" Brandon Leak, John Michaels and Brian Finneran talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current scene in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily right here in the Locker Room. The 6am hour is presented by All Four Seasons Garage and Entry Doors Falcons Hold on in Tampa Bay RPO A Washington Miracle Jameis Eats a W against the Red Hot Ravens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
During the 4pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about whether the Braves would give Spencer Schwellenbach the same contract they gave Spencer Strider before talking a ton of college football and all the great matchups around the country tomorrow. Later in the hour the guys talked about Jessie Bates and the Falcons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys hear from Jessie Bates and Kirk Cousins on the importance of practice this week ahead of the Saints game Sunday
After the exciting Monday Night Football game against the Eagles, Michael Turner and Ovie Mughelli analyze the Falcons' victory. They discuss how the team is starting to come together, emphasizing the chemistry between Zac Robinson and Kirk Cousins. The duo focuses on what the Falcons should prioritize when reviewing game film, key performances by Jessie Bates and Drake London, and the impact of Raheem Morris's coaching. Brought to you by @BetOnline
The Crew comes back with more Falcons talk and give props to the defense for stepping up at the right times throughout Monday's matchup with the Eagles, including Jessie Bates coming up the game sealing interception. They then get into TB's Timeout and stick with Falcons talk and react to comedian Dezi banks wearing a Falcons' jersey in the middle of the Eagles fans and trolling them.
Friday the 13th! Nothing spookier than a ballhawk like Jessie Bates when your team's quarterback is being loose with the football. What can Kellen Moore expect from Jimmy Lake's Falcons defense? And what are the specific tweaks we saw from Moore in Week 1?Deniz Selman joins the show for his typical Friday classroom session with Bo Wulf, before Zach Berman joins to give the updates from the NovaCare Complex.
Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Russell Wilson talking about what he needs to do to get back as it looks like we are trending towards a second straight start for Justin Fields. Dan Moore Jr. returned to practice and assumed the starting LT spot. The interesting thing was that Troy Fautanu, not Broderick Jones took the majority of starting RT reps. Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith spoke about the offense and Justin Fields' performance. He cited the lack of MOF usage was by design to not allow Jessie Bates to impact the game with the splash plays he can make. Najee Harris also spoke about the offense and finding comfort in playing the brand of football they do. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Crew get into a discussion on the reports of the Falcons converting some of Jessie Bates 2024 salary into signing bonus to free up cap space. Mike notes that he believes that the move may be to help the Falcons sign another player, however he does not believe it would be something they would do in the near future, while Beau adds that he believes the move was also a compliance move.
In the final hour of today's show, we hear from Jessie Bates on the Falcons prep for the Steelers, and how lock in step he and Justin Simmons are.
Mike, Beau and Rob share their thoughts on seeing how Jessie Bates and Justin Simmons will play together in Falcons' defense
On this Wednesday edition of The Morning Shift, Robb Tribble, filling in for Tiffany Blackmon, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan kicked off the show by reacting to the Atlanta Braves beating the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 last night thanks to Marcell Ozuna hitting a go-ahead home run and Reynaldo López having another solid outing. Next, The Morning Shift crew continues the opening hour by letting you hear Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris talk about Jessie Bates and Justin Simmons playing together with similar playing styles. Robb, Mike, and Beau react to what Coach Morris had to say as well. The Morning Shift crew closes out the opening hour by talking about Georgia Bulldogs Quarterback Carson Beck having the second best odds to win the Heisman Trophy as of right now. The guys also discuss if this is Carson Beck's Heisman Trophy to lose.
Hour 2 - Matthew Judon & Justin Simmons can tell how hungry this Falcons team is to win In hour two of this Tuesday edition of The Morning Shift, Sports Anchor, Host and Reporter for FOX 5 Atlanta Kelly Price, filling in for Tiffany Blackmon, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan kick off hour two by letting you hear new Atlanta Falcons safety Justin Simmons talk about his recruiting dinner with Grady Jarrett, Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot, Jessie Bates, and AJ Terrell. They also let you hear Simmons talk about how the tone from the other Falcons players at dinner was we're gonna do this with or without you, and how he told his agent to get the deal done when the Falcons traded for Matthew Judon. Kelly, Mike, and Beau react to what Simmons had to say as well. Mike, Kelly, and Beau continue hour two by continuing to react to the news that Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley will be sidelined for at least 6 to 8 weeks with a hand fracture in his right hand. Mike, Beau, and Kelly also preview tonight's game against the Philadelphia Phillies and the series overall. Then, the crew reacts to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle! On this edition of In the Huddle, Mike, Kelly, and Beau react to the Washington Commanders Head Coach and former Atlanta Falcons Head Coach naming rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels the starting quarterback over former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota. The Morning Shift crew also talks about some other interesting undecided quarterback competitions happening around the league. Finally, The Morning Shift closes out hour two by diving into the life of Mike Johnson and get Mike'd Up! On this edition of Mike'd Up, it's a top five Tuesday! On this edition of top five Tuesday, in honor of Kirk Cousins getting to play his playlist of music at Falcons' practice yesterday for his birthday, Mike gives you his top five songs from Kirk Cousins' birthday practice playlist.
Hour 1 - A safety room with Jessie Bates & Justin Simmons would be SCARY On this Tuesday edition of The Morning Shift, Sports Anchor and Reporter for WSBTV Alison Mastrangelo, filling in for Tiffany Blackmon, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan, kicks off the show by talking about the Falcons hosting Pro Bowl free agent safety Justin Simmons on a visit yesterday and will have him back on another visit today according to multiple reports. Alison, Mike, and Beau also let you hear Raheem Morris talk about if he talks to guys like Richie Grant about the opportunity they'll have after a guy like DeMarcco Hellams goes down, and if he thinks the team will look to bring in anybody to help the safety room after the DeMarrco Hellams injury. Alison, Mike, and Beau react to what Coach Morris had to say as well. Next, The Morning Shift crew continues the opening hour by continuing to talk about the Falcons hosting Pro Bowl free agent safety Justin Simmons on a visit yesterday and will have him back on another visit today. Alison, Mike, and Beau also talk about Haason Reddick requesting a trade from the New York Jets, due to a long term contract not getting done, after the Philadelphia Eagles traded him to the Jets four months ago. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out the segment by reacting to the Atlanta Braves winning a gritty pitchers duel between Chris Sale and Blake Snell 1-0 last night. Finally, Ali, Mike, and Beau close out the opening hour by taking a Timeout! On this edition of the “Timeout” Alison tells Mike and Beau how they can get involved in surfing in Atlanta!
Shaving Points highlights the 2024 Atlanta Falcons in this deep dive review! - Falcons Film and Stats - Falcons Offseason Moves - Falcons Draft Class - Falcons 2024 Depth Chart - Falcons Schedule - Falcons Futures Bets The boys talk Kirk Cousins, Drake London, Kyle Pitts, Darnell Mooney, offensive line, Jessie Bates, AJ Terrell, the All-22 tape, and more! #nfl #football #falcons
8/1/24 - Hour 2 Rich reacts to the final 10 players on NFL Network's Top 100 players and says how he thinks those players should ultimately be ranked. Falcons All-Pro Safety Jessie Bates III and Rich discuss what new head coach Raheem Morris and new starting QB Kirk Cousins bring to Atlanta, his evaluation of rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr, the pressure of living up to his big contract, and if he expects to face Russell Wilson or Justin Herbert against the Steelers in Week 1. Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-check debate on if Mike Del Tufo would make a great play-by-play announcer for the Paris Olympics. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the 2nd hour of today's show, the guys hit the NFL Blitz and all of the camp and contract news from around the league. Jessie Bates is now the highest rated safety in Madden. And Orin gives us Yeah Man/No Man.
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 11am hour is presented by Findlay Roofing. Atlanta's most trusted and recommended roofer with 4 decades experience, and a lifetime warranty on their work...FindlayRoofing.com X Question of the Day on the Harrah's Cherokee X Feed Braves invent new ways to lose Drive to the Redzone Drive Around the Sports World presented by Marietta Toyota See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maria, Mike, and Beau talk about Atlanta Falcons Pro-Bowl and All-Pro Safety Jessie Bates talking about how he's loving the opportunity to be able to pick Kirk Cousins' brain everyday in practice and vice versa.
Hour 3 - Jessie Bates & Kirk Cousins watching film together is great news for Falcons fans In the final hour of this Thursday edition of The Morning Shift, Tiffany Blackmon, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan kick things off by giving some people Wake Up Calls! The Morning Shift crew also allows callers to hand out some Wake Up Calls as well! Finally, Maria, Mike, and Beau continue the final hour of this Thursday edition of The Morning Shift by letting you hear UCLA Head Football Coach DeShaun Foster's awkward opening statement, and Maria, Mike, and Beau react to what Foster had to say as well. The Morning Shift crew also explains why they hope this isn't what DeShaun Foster is remembered for. Then, Maria, Mike, and Beau talk about Atlanta Falcons Pro-Bowl and All-Pro Safety Jessie Bates talking about how he's loving the opportunity to be able to pick Kirk Cousins' brain everyday in practice and vice versa. Finally, to close out this Thursday edition of The Morning Shift, Maria, Mike and Beau react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Cincinnati Reds 9-4 in what turned out to be only one game of what was supposed to be a split doubleheader yesterday. The Morning Shift crew also previews the Braves' game tonight against the New York Mets, and explains why tonight's series opener against the Mets is the perfect opportunity to turn things around and snap their four game losing streak. Then, Maria and Mike dive into the life of Beau Morgan in The Life of Squid! On this edition of The Life of Squid, Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan, Maria, and Mike let you hear Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule say he thinks four teams from the Big 10 should get in the College Football Playoff every year, and that the Big 10 is the NFL of college football in his mind. Maria, Mike, and Beau react to what Coach Rhule had to say, and explain why they don't agree with him at all.
In the 5th hour of today's show, the guys play audio from Jessie Bates and Chris Lindstrom from today's Falcons camp, and how the culture of the team is what they're preaching.
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The Noon Hour is brought to you by Wade Ford, at Wade Ford, Atlanta's Ford dealer - you'll discover great prices, flexible finance options, our top trade-in values and even mobile service! Drive to the Redzone The Business of Sports Minute is presented by Southern Company NBA Minute ESPN's Top 100 Athletes of the 21st century See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beau and Rob share their thoughts on Jessie Bates III being ranked the 3rd best safety in the NFL and why they believe he should be higher
Hour 2 - Entire NFL should look at Jessie Bates III as the best safety in the NFL In hour two of this Friday edition of The Morning Shift, Robb Tribble filling in for Tiffany Blackmon, and Beau Morgan, kick things off by reacting to Atlanta Falcons Safety Jessie Bates III being ranked the third best safety in the NFL by league scouts, executives, and coaches. Rob and Beau also explain why they believe he should be ranked higher. The Morning Shift crew continues hour two by continuing to react to the Braves' 1-0 loss to the Diamondbacks despite an all-star performance from Max Fried. Robb and Beau also talk about how the Braves' young pitchers could decide whether or not Max Fried is brought back next season. Then, Robb, Mike, and Beau discuss all the biggest NFL stories, headlines, rumors, reports, and happenings as they go In The Huddle! On this edition of In The Huddle, Robb and Beau react to former NFL defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin passing away at the age of 84. Finally, Robb and Beau close out hour two of this Friday edition of The Morning Shift with Fair or Foul Friday!
(00:00) Raiders GM on new TE Brock Bowers(6:27) Raiders GM Tom Telesco: Selecting a QB in this year's draft “didn't line up”(14:19) Zeke Elliot on returning to Cowboys(35:05) Dolphins “not for sale” after Stephen Ross rejects $10 billion offer(41:17) Falcons S Jessie Bates touches on ATL's 2024 first round pick(47:09) Jessie Bates on Michael Penix selection: As a leader, I have to say, “This is the vision”(52:27) Panthers owner David Tepper trolled by restaurant with 'hats off' sign after viral video