Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast

With very little left to play for in the 2025 season, the Falcons rallied to get a much-needed (and surprisingly dominant) win over the hated Saints. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the first victory in over a month, the encouraging play of Kirk Cousins, the high-end play of the defense despite mounting injuries, and more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on We...

With postseason hopes all but officially dead for both the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints, this is a uniquely bad “Hate Week” for both franchises. Kevin Knight breaks down the matchup, including the latest injury updates, thoughts on the great Kirk Cousins vs Tyler Shough clash, and thoughts on how Atlanta can pull off the upset in New Orleans. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Wa...

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is out for the season after suffering a partially torn ACL. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman and Dave Choate to discuss just how bad the injury is for the team and their young quarterback. We also bring you updates on the latest recovery timeline, potential implications for 2026 and beyond, and thoughts on the future of the current regim...

The Falcons received the bad news on Monday that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is likely out for the season with a torn ACL. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the news, the implications for Atlanta's future, and the potential timeline for return. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the crew on Patreon to unlock exclusive...

The Falcons blew another fourth quarter lead after an anemic second half on offense, letting the Carolina Panthers sweep them for just the third time in franchise history. Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, and Evan Birchfield discuss the failures on both sides of the ball, the end of the 2025 season, and why it’s time to fire Raheem Morris and start to look to the future. Today's episode is presented by F...

The Falcons return home in the midst of a four-game losing streak to face the Panthers with both teams fighting for their playoff lives. Can Atlanta get back on track and into the win column? Kevin Knight breaks down the injury report for both teams, the matchups to watch on offense and defense, and whether or not there’s still hope for the Falcons in 2025. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel...

The Falcons dropped their fourth-straight game to fall to 3-6, but with three winnable games coming up, is there still a chance for the 2025 season to be salvaged? Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down the frustrating loss to the Colts, the latest updates on Michael Penix and Darnell Mooney, and give thoughts on the future (or lack thereof) of the team under Raheem Morris. Today's episode is pres...

The Falcons delivered another competitive effort against one of the AFC’s finest in Week 10, but were ultimately undone by continued struggles on offense. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the film from the Colts game, including the struggles of Michael Penix and the passing game, the emergence of Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr., the continuation of the JD Bertrand saga, and questions ab...

The Falcons put up quite a fight against the Colts in Berlin, but offensive struggles and a few key misses on defense were ultimately their undoing in a brutal overtime loss. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the game, including the end of the (reasonable) playoff hopes, Penix's struggles, frustrating defensive and special teams miscues, and more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Wa...

The Falcons head to Berlin, Germany in Week 10 to take on the AFC-leading Colts in a critical matchup for Atlanta’s dwindling playoff hopes. Kevin Knight is joined by Cody Felger (Bring the Juice podcast) to discuss Indianapolis’ unexpected rise this season, the injuries to monitor for both teams, and how Atlanta can potentially pull off the upset on Sunday. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel...

The Falcons did nothing at the NFL trade deadline, which means the team is stuck with the bad Kirk Cousins contract into 2026 and no additional picks coming in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down the disappointing lack of moves, the mounting injuries on Atlanta’s offensive line, the upcoming Colts game in Berlin, and our thoughts on the teams dwindling playoff chances. Today...

The Falcons had a quiet trade deadline coming off a loss to the Patriots in Week 9. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz bring you trade deadline takes, an in-depth discussion of the issues on offense, special teams, and on defense, and questions about the team’s future under the current regime. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the...

Stop me if you’ve heard this one: the Falcons blew it late in the fourth quarter against the Patriots, missing a game-tying PAT and shooting themselves in the foot on their final offensive series to lose 24-23. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the loss, the puzzling decision to stick with Parker Romo, more offensive frustrations, a laundry list of offensive line injuries, and more. Today's e...

The Falcons travel to take on the Patriots in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season. Kevin Knight brings you an in-depth preview of the game, including the latest on the injury reports, the matchups to watch on offense and defense, and how Atlanta can find a way to upset New England on Sunday. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the crew...

After a second blowout loss to arguably the worst team on the Falcons schedule, have we reached the end of the Raheem Morris era? Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic discuss the slim remaining chances for a playoff run, how likely the Falcons are to move on from Raheem Morris, if Terry Fontenot is safe, and a whole lot more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8...

The Falcons hit rock bottom in a blowout loss to the Dolphins in Week 8. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the film, discussing systematic issues with the offense, questions about Raheem Morris' leadership, and trying to figure out why Jeff Ulbrich has so much faith in JD Bertrand. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the...

The Falcons were dominated by the 1-6 Dolphins to the tune of 34-10 in Week 8. Kevin Knight is joined by Allen Strk and Adnan Ikic to discuss the moribund state of Atlanta, the eventual end of the Raheem Morris era, offensive failings centered around Zac Robinson, and a strange obsession with JD Bertrand. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The Falcons return home to face the Dolphins in Week 8 with an opportunity for a bounce back game. Kevin Knight is joined by David Bearman (Betting with Bearman) to break down the upcoming game, including the latest injury reports, the matchups to watch on offense and defense, and some betting lines to target during Sunday's game. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on W...

The Falcons are 3-3 after an up-and-down start to the season punctuated by inconsistency on offense. Who’s to blame for Atlanta’s struggles? Kevin Knight is joined by Aaron Freeman to discuss the issues with Zac Robinson, Raheem Morris, Michael Penix, the offensive line, the latest injury report, and a whole lot more going into a matchup with the struggling Miami Dolphins in Week 8. Today's episod...

The Falcons lost a winnable game to the 49ers in Week 7, and coaching issues were at the forefront of the defeat. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the film from Sunday Night Football, discussing the mistakes by Raheem Morris and Zac Robinson, the down game from Michael Penix, the injury to Divine Deablo, and more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesday...

The Falcons fell to 3-3 after a 20-10 drubbing at the hands of the 49ers. Kevin Knight is joined by Cory Woodroof, Evan Birchfield, and Adnan Ikic to break down the loss, including the horrid offensive performance, the offensive line's worst game of the year, Zac Robinson's persistent issues, potentially big injuries to Divine Deablo and Michael Penix, and a whole lot more. Today's episode is pres...

The Falcons face the 49ers on Sunday Night Football in Week 7, bringing us a clash between two NFC hopefuls. Kevin Knight is joined by Rob Guerrera (49ers Gold Standard) to break down the injury report, discuss the biggest matchups to watch on offense and defense, and deliver some predictions for the game. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Can the Falcons extend their winning streak against the 49ers on Sunday Night Football? Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic discuss Atlanta's big win over the Bills, the latest on the Week 7 injury report for both teams, and how the Falcons can keep it rolling against San Francisco. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ . Support the crew on Patreon...

The Falcons took down the Bills on Monday Night Football on the back of a dominant defensive performance and terrific games from Bijan Robinson and Drake London. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the film from Week 6, including the play of Michael Penix and the passing game, the holistic approach of the defense, and more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel . ⁠Watch the show live on We...

The Falcons took down the AFC-leading Bills, 24-14, to improve to 3-2 in a dominant Monday Night Football performance. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk are joined by Adnan Ikic and Tre'Shon Diaz to break down the game, including incredible performances by Bijan Robinson and Drake London, an outstanding game by the defense, and a few pointed words about the state of the kicking game. Today's episode is...