Joe Patrick on Football on 92.9 The Game

The Falcons have a new GM, and Ian Cunningham wasted no time laying out his philosophy. Joe Patrick explains what “draft, develop, retain” means for the roster, the cap, and the future in Atlanta.

Kevin Stefanski’s Falcons introduction was quiet, controlled, and revealing. The real headline? Tommy Rees will call the plays. Joe Patrick breaks down why the decision surprised fans, how Matt Ryan defended it, and what it says about the new Falcons leadership philosophy.

Joe Patrick and Cory Woodroof examine how the Falcons kept chasing fixes instead of building a real foundation, dating back to the years after the Super Bowl loss.

What does Kevin Stefanski mean for the Falcons offense? Joe Patrick breaks down scheme, personnel, and why players like Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts, and Drake London could benefit the most from this coaching change.

Arthur Blank spoke alone, spoke clearly, and didn’t hide from the big topics. Joe Patrick explains what stood out most, leadership concerns, vision issues, and why the Falcons believe they need a higher level to compete.

Falcons fans feel relieved, but should they? Mark Zinno joins Joe Patrick on Football to explain why the Falcons firing Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot may do more harm than good.

Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot are out — and the Falcons are staring at a full organizational reset. Joe Patrick breaks down why this offseason feels bigger than any in decades, how the power structure could change, and why Matt Ryan’s involvement matters.

The Falcons finish the season with a win over the Saints, but Joe Patrick explains why the last four games feel both encouraging and maddening. From a franchise sack record to a rookie class that flashed all year, the defense may finally be the foundation Atlanta’s been searching for.

The Falcons beat the Rams 27–24 on Monday Night Football, and Bijan Robinson put on a show. Joe Patrick breaks down the 93-yard run, special teams chaos, late-game nerves, and why this win somehow feels both satisfying and frustrating for Falcons fans.

The Falcons got the win, but this game was all about Bijan Robinson. Joe Patrick recaps a sloppy but effective performance that showcased Atlanta’s biggest star.

Falcons coaching search talk heats up as Joe Patrick breaks down real head coach candidates if Atlanta moves on from Raheem Morris.

Joe Patrick breaks down why Atlanta’s “win now, win later” vision with Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix never actually worked, and why fans are stuck in limbo.

The Falcons shock Tampa Bay 29-28 as Kirk Cousins delivers his best game of the season and Kyle Pitts dominates under the lights.

The Falcons enter Thursday night with one of the worst third-down units in the NFL, and Joe Patrick is at the team facility breaking it all down. From Raheem Morris’ “that dog making that dog play” comment to the strange pistol vs. under-center numbers, Joe digs into what’s really going wrong. Plus, is Raheem actually safe for 2025? The buzz is growing… and Joe isn’t convinced.

Another Sunday, another no-show. Joe breaks down the 31–3 second-half beatdown, the Rashid Shaheed kickoff return, and the blocked field goal. This is what eight straight losing seasons looks like.

The Falcons are staring at a top-10 draft slot… without their first-round pick. Joe Patrick digs into the Pierce trade, roster holes, and what this team must fix. Atlanta loves James Pearce Jr. and Jalon Walker, but the cost is real. Joe explains the ripple effects and where the roster now feels thin.

The Falcons' playoff hopes fully went out the window after the team lost to the Jets, 27-24. Joe Patrick breaks down the special teams mishaps that continue to plague the team, and the state of the fanbase after another disappointing season.

On today’s pod, Joe Patrick dives into what the Falcons schedule looks like the rest of the season and what needs to happen in order for them to make the playoffs. Also, reflecting more on the Falcons new-look offense under Kirk Cousins.

The Falcons finally ended their excruciating five-game losing streak with a 24-10 win over the division-rival Saints in New Orleans. Kirk Cousins led the Falcons revamped offense with Michael Penix out for the season, and the pass-rush continued showing its teeth with another 5-sack performance and set a new franchise record.

The season is an abject disaster, and it goes deeper than coaching. Joe Patrick and Mark Zinno dive into the real reason the Falcons are collapsing. Does the problem start with the organization? What about the doomed Kirk Cousins/Michael Penix Jr. decision? The guys break down the Raheem Morris situation, the Terry Fontenot control debate, and why firing the coach won't fix the Falcons culture.

The Atlanta Falcons are heading to a crossroad as the team is in the midst of a tailspin that’s thrown the future into question. But before we know who the team must choose to be the next head coach, GM, etc. - whenever that may be - the Falcons need to figure out who they are, who they represent, and how to bring pride to a beaten down fanbase.

After the Falcons lose once again to the Carolina Panthers this season, it feels like Raheem Morris’ tenure as Falcons head coach is all but a formality to end at some point in the next couple of months. With the loss, the Falcons drop to 3-7 on the season and with no hope of reaching the playoffs.

The Falcons offensive line is under scrutiny following the team’s 31-25 loss to the Colts in which Michael Penix looked erratic at times. Joe Patrick says fault lies clearly on the offensive line where stunts and delayed blitzes consistently disrupt the pocket. Plus, can Raheem Morris save his job at this point?

The Falcons dropped a heartbreaker in overtime in Berlin Germany to the Indianapolis Colts 31-25. We discuss what went wrong in this game, what has gone wrong under Raheem Morris’s tenure as head coach, and what lies ahead for a team whose season is slipping away.

The Falcons didn’t make a trade as the NFL deadline came and went Tuesday afternoon, but the team did move on from kicker Parker Romo and brought back a familiar OT as the team deals with injuries up front. Plus, Joe Patrick breaks down the logistics of the team’s schedule this week as they head to Germany to play the Colts on Sunday.