The Hometown Take with Dylan Mathews

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with an exciting Braves win over theRed Sox. Braves get back in the win column in Boston. In the second segment, Dylan wonders if Falcons DE James Pearce Jr will miss much of the season after a legal update. Falcons DE James Pearce Jr gets legal clarity ahead of the NFL season. Plus, in the NFL, Derwin James Jr becomes the highest paid safety again?!

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with an exciting Braves win over the Marlins. Did Dom Smith hit a triple or a little league homer? In the second segment, Dylan wonders if the Spurs can get past the reigning NBA Champs to reach the finals? The Thunder even the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs. Plus, in the NFL, what are the Falcons’ expectations for Kyle Pitts this season?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a Braves lopsided loss. The Marlins crossed the plate 12 times against the Braves?! In the second segment, Dylan wonders who’s a bit overlooked on the Falcons’ roster? Who's the Falcons' best-kept secret heading into the 2026 season? Plus, in the NBA, the Spurs took home court from the reigning champs in double overtime?!

Dylan wrapped the show in his final hour by discussing the Falcons' schedule, the Braves loss last night, and finished with Grillin' Dylan!

In the second hour, Dylan takes a look at the NFL and their plans to expand their streaming programming. Are streaming exclusives actually good for the NFL? In the second segment, Dylan continues with the NFL as they also plan to expand their broadcasting nights. Are Wednesday night NFL games too much? Plus, in the last segment, did Cleveland blow their shot at the Eastern Conference Finals?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning relaxed despite a Braves loss. Can the Braves win today's rubber match against the Red Sox? In the second segment, Dylan goes over the Falcons schedule post release. What's the Falcons' strength of schedule for 2026? Plus, in the NBA, will James Harden change the playoff narrative around him in Game Seven?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning celebrating another series win by the Braves. Braves take rolling as they take down the Cubs to win the series. In the second segment, Dylan goes over the Falcons latest schedule leaks ahead of tonight’s schedule release. What's the Falcons' strength of schedule for 2026? Plus, in the NFL, Dylan asks which matchups on the 2026 NFL schedule stand out as the most in...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning setting up the Braves next matchup as they face another NL team on a roll. Can the Braves keep their momentum against the red hot Chicago Cubs? In the second segment, Dylan goes over the Falcons latest acquisitions ahead of mini camp. Could the Falcons be setting up a guard competition for camp? Plus, in the NFL, Dylan asks which matchups on the 2026 NFL schedule...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a remembrance of former Braves owner Ted Turner after his passing as well as recap of the Braves’ loss in Seattle. The Braves lose their first series of the year in Seattle. In the second segment, Dylan checks in on the NBA Playoffs as round two heats up. Can the Spurs stay this hot against Minnesota? Plus, in the NFL, the Vrabel-Russini drama continues?!

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a recap of the Braves’ loss in Seattle. The Braves took a late 5-4 loss to the Mariners. In the second segment, Dylan turns the page on the NBA Playoffs to the round two match-ups. Plus, in the NFL, Packers sign a new back-up QB?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning excited as the Braves get a walk-off win against the Tigers. Matt Olson steals the game from the Tigers in the 9th! In the second segment, Dylan gets the city ready for a Game Six elimination game for the Hawks tonight. Can the Hawks force a Game Seven tonight? Plus, as the NBA Playoffs continues, Dylan wonders if Kevin Durant quit on the Rockets?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning getting fans and listeners ready for Game Five of the Hawks/Knicks series as things are tied 2-2. Can the Hawks take home court advantage back in Game Five? In the second segment, Dylan continues with the NBA as the playoffs heat up and the Timberwolves deal with key injuries. Can the Timberwolves survive their playoff injuries? Plus, the Falcons are continuing to...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning getting fans and listeners ready for the start of the NFL Draft tonight. What is the Falcons' draft plan for night one with no pick? In the second segment, Dylan continues to share his excitement as the Hawks return to Atlanta for Game Three of their playoff series with the Knicks. Will Johnson and Alexander-Walker be a factor in their Game Three return at State F...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning excited after a huge Hawks playoff win in New York. CJ McCollum scores 32 as the Hawks steal Game Two from the Knicks! In the second segment, Dylan continues to share his excitement as the Braves win against the Nationals, increasing their win streak to six. Plus, Dylan takes calls on the Hawks playoff win. Braves remain hot as they take the first game of the seri...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a recap of Bryce Elder’s night on the mound as the Braves win against the Marlins last night. Just how good can the Braves' offense be this season? In the second segment, Dylan takes to the internet to check the NFL mock drafts as we’re a week away from the NFL Draft. What are the Mock Draft streets saying about the Falcons' possible draft pick? Plus, the NBA...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a recap of the Braves loss to the Marlins last night. Tough day at the office for Braves' pitcher Grant Holmes. In the second segment, Dylan and Noel break down the WNBA Draft. Azzi Fudd goes #1 to the Dallas Wings as the Dream adds another big in Okot. Plus, could the Falcons draft a wide receiver? In the third segment, the NBA Play-In starts tonight, can th...

In the last hour, Dylan wonders if the Braves could be the last team not to lose a series this season. Can the Braves win the series against the Guardians? In the second segment, Dylan wonders what the playoffs could look like for the Hawks. How far could the Hawks go in the NBA playoffs? Plus, in the last segment, Dylan invites callers to ask him questions during Grillin' Dylan. What does Atlanta...

In the second hour, Dylan takes a look at Atlanta’s basketball landscape as the Dream and hawks seem to be on an up swing. Is Atlanta becoming a basketball city?! In the second segment, Dylan goes around the NFL as the offseason heats up with free agency, OTAs and more. Could the Eagles be looking to replace A.J. Brown?! Plus, in the last segment, the NBA shifts into playoff mode. How do you view...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a recap of the Braves weekend so far. The Braves look good despite their first shutout of the season. In the second segment, Dylan gives his opinion on the Masters as the tournament continues. Can anyone take the Masters lead from Rory McIlroy? Plus, in the last segment, the Falcons secure Bijan for a fifth season. Falcons pick up Bijan Robinson's 5th year ex...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with some surprising Atlanta Falcons news as OTAs start. Right tackle Kaleb McGary has retired?! In the second segment, Dylan reacts to another hard-fought loss as they look to clinch a playoff spot. Hawks lose another hard-fought playoff preview game. Plus, it looks as though the Braves will survive the 13-game start to the season.

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with an exciting Hawks update despite a loss to the Knicks. Hawks lose a heartbreaker to the Knicks as CJ McCollum's last second 3-pointer gets waved off. In the second segment, Dylan gives his reaction to the Dream’s trade to acquire Angel Reese. Angel Reese becomes the ATL Barbie after a trade with the Chicago Sky! Plus, March Madness is over and there’s a new N...

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with an exciting Hawks update as they move into fifth place. Hawks make quick work of the Orlando Magic as they move into the fifth seed. In the second segment, Dylan looks at the positives of the Braves 4-2 start to the season. Pitching and Drake Baldwin are among the positives for the Braves so far. Plus, the Falcons are making moves besides jersey changes ahead...

Full show from The Hometown Take on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Garrett Chapman sits in for Dylan Matthews after a busy sports Monday. The Braves are starting the season the right way. In the second segment, the Hawks give the Celtics The Big Payback! Are the Hawks peaking at the right time? Plus, it's almost NFL Draft time. Could the Falcons draft a tackle with their second round pick?

Dylan Matthews starts the morning with a an excite g Hawks update as they finally start moving up in the standings. Hawks battled their way into the 5th seed?! In the second segment, with April around the corner, Dylan wonders which direction the Falcons will go with their first pick in the NFL Draft. Who could the falcons draft when they're on the clock in the second round? Plus, Dylan wonders wh...