Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast

The Falcons made a change at quarterback, as Atlanta will be going with veteran Taylor Heinicke in Week 9 against the Vikings. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Miles Garrett (FOX 5 Atlanta) to break down the decision, along with the trade for defensive lineman Kentavius Street and the attempted trade for edge rusher Montez Sweat. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the cre...

It was an eventful Week 8 for the Falcons, as Atlanta fell on the road to the Titans, possibly benched QB Desmond Ridder for Taylor Heinicke, and lost stalwart DT Grady Jarrett for the season due to a torn ACL. Hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins are here to break down all the news, discuss potential trade deadline moves, and how the team moves forward from this point. ⁠Watch the show live on We...

The Falcons dropped a stinker to the Titans on the road to fall to 4-4, as Desmond Ridder was benched for Taylor Heinicke and the defense allowed four TDs to rookie Will Levis in his first start. Join Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, and Jordan Watkins as they break down another frustrating Atlanta loss. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/DBB and use code DBB f...

The Falcons (4-3) travel to face the Titans (2-4) in a matchup of two teams with similar philosophies and a lot of connections. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Justin Melo (The Draft Network, Music City Miracles) to break down the matchup, including Justin's take on the Titans season, potential trade deadline moves, and Tennessee's decision to roll with rookie Will Levis at quarterback. This show i...

The Falcons toppled the Bucs in Desmond Ridder's first road victory, and have taken control of the NFC South race. Despite Atlanta's deficiencies, should the team be favorites to win the division this season? Hosts Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Joe Patrick to break down the state of the team, the division, and the potential for another win in Week 8 against the Titans. ⁠Watch the show...

The Falcons scraped out an incredibly important win over the NFC South rival Bucs despite a 3-turnover day from quarterback Desmond Ridder. Hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins break down the good and the ugly, including strong play from the offensive and defensive lines, some interesting statistics on offense and defense, and Atlanta's outlook over the second half of the season. ⁠Watch the show...

In a Week 7 game to determine first place in the NFC South, the Falcons and Bucs played one of the ugliest games in recent memory. Atlanta managed to come on out top thanks to a game-winning field goal from Younghoe Koo, 16-13. Join Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, and Jordan Watkins as they discuss Desmond Ridder's inexcusable 3-fumble performance, the defense once again carrying the team, and Atlanta s...

The Falcons (3-3) face the Bucs (3-2) in Week 7 in a critical NFC South matchup that could have wide-ranging implications for the division title. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Rhett Matthew (Cannon Fire Podcast) to get the inside scoop on Tampa Bay and break down the matchup, including Baker Mayfield's play thus far, the defense's struggles on third down, and the continued run game issues. This s...

The Falcons are at a crossroads in Week 7. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Daniel Flick (Sports Illustrated) to discuss whether Atlanta is more likely to improve or implode over the remainder of the 2023 NFL season. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the crew on Patreon to unlock exclusive perks (and our gratitude)! ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our community Discord server! Hosted by Sim...

The Falcons lost their first home game of the Desmond Ridder era thanks to a mistake-filled day on offense. Hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins break down Week 6's loss to the Commanders, including the five-sack day by the pass rush and the continued struggles of the offense, both in the passing game and on the ground. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the crew on Pa...

The Falcons played a horrendous offensive game against the Commanders, as Desmond Ridder threw three interceptions en route to a 24-16 loss. Join hosts Kevin Knight, Jordan Watkins, and Adnan Ikic as they break down the coaching mistakes, Ridder's struggles, the continued run game inefficiency, and the defense looking mortal in the first half. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://pr...

The Falcons (3-2) and Commanders (2-3) meet in a potentially pivotal game for the two NFC playoff hopefuls. Host Kevin Knight is joined by George Carmi (Full Press NFL) to get the inside scoop on the Commanders' hot-and-cold start, the surprising struggles of the defense, and how Sam Howell and Washington's lauded receiving corps matches up with Atlanta's secondary. This show is sponsored by Prize...

The Falcons rebounded from an ugly two-game stretch with a career game from Desmond Ridder in Week 5. Now sitting at 3-2, Atlanta is facing the reeling Commanders with a chance to take the lead in the NFC South. Hosts Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to break down the trade for Van Jefferson, discuss Desmond Ridder's breakout game and season-long potentia...

The Falcons bounced back against the rising Texans in Week 5 on the back of Desmond Ridder's career day and another phenomenal effort from the defense. Hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins break down the game, including the stellar pass protection and poor run blocking from the offensive line, and the continued dominance of the run defense and secondary. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM...

The Falcons overcame a multitude of offensive errors on the back of Desmond Ridder's career-best performance to defeat the rising Texans, 21-19. Join Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, Jordan Watkins, and Adnan Ikic as they break down the Ridder's bounce back, the continued stellar play of the defense, and a mistake-filled day by the offense outside of the quarterback. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks....

The Falcons (2-2) return home to take on the ascending Texans (2-2) in Week 5. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Harley Dugan (Bleav in Texans) to break down Houston's better than expected start, the early returns on C.J. Stroud, and how the Falcons match up with the Texans on offense and defense. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/DBB and use code DBB for...

The Falcons are at a crossroads as the team heads into Week 5 at an even 2-2 after a loss to the Jaguars in London. While there are a number of issues with the offense, the biggest might be quarterback Desmond Ridder. Can Ridder, who still has just 8 starts under his belt, right the ship in 2023? Host Kevin Knight is joined by Daniel Flick (Sports Illustrated) to discuss Ridder's potential to boun...

The Falcons offense struggled mightily once again en route to a loss to the Jaguars, and hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins are here to break down the play of the trenches in Week 4's defeat. Topics include the continued dominance of the interior defensive line, encouraging performances from the edge rushers, and the bounce back game from the offensive line along with takes on the overall state...

The Falcons fell to 2-2 after another mistake-filled performance from Desmond Ridder as Atlanta lost to the Jaguars, 23-7. Join hosts Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, and Adnan Ikic as they recap Ridder's catastrophic first half, the continued pass protection issues, and another strong but ultimately pointless showing by the defense. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://prizepicks.onelink....

The Falcons (2-1) travel to London to face the Jaguars (1-2) in Week 4, and host Kevin Knight is joined by Jacksonville expert Justin Dunk (Bleav in Jaguars) to preview the game. Kevin gets Justin's take on the Jaguars disappointing start, the ability of Jacksonville's defense to slow down Atlanta's rushing attack, and whether or not the Jags can break out of their offensive slump. This show is sp...

The Falcons fell in disappointing fashion to the Lions in Week 3, but they've got an opportunity to rebound against a struggling Jaguars team in London. Hosts Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by legendary Falcons center Todd McClure to discuss the loss to Detroit, get Todd's take on Atlanta's current offensive line, and determine if the team can bounce back against Jacksonville in Week 4. We...

The Falcons have had an eventful start to the season, entering Week 4 at 2-1 with a trip to London on deck. Hosts Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Dave Choate to answer questions from our supporters on Patreon, including questions about the struggles of the offense to open the season, the surprisingly strong play of the defense, and more. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The Falcons offensive line collapsed against the Lions in Week 3, leading to a loss despite the continued strong play of the defense as a whole. Hosts Kevin Knight and Jordan Watkins take a closer look at Atlanta's trench play, including the struggles of Matthew Bergeron and Kaleb McGary, how the OL play affects Desmond Ridder, and the surprisingly steady play of the defensive line. ⁠Watch the sho...

The Falcons fell to 2-1 after a lifeless offensive performance led to a 20-6 loss to the Lions in Week 3. Join Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, Jordan Watkins, and Cory Woodruff as they recap the horrid play of the offensive line, Desmond Ridder's struggles, and the defense continuing to play strong football. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/DBB and use code...

The Falcons (2-0) travel to face the Lions (1-1) in a clash of teams with significant NFC playoff aspirations. Host Kevin Knight is joined by Mike Payton (A to Z Sports) to preview the Week 3 game, including the latest on the injury report and how Detroit matches up with Atlanta's offense and defense. This show is sponsored by PrizePicks. Click https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/DBB and use code D...