Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast
SBNation
Formerly The Falcoholic Podcast. Host Kevin Knight (The Falcoholic) brings you in-depth coverage of the Atlanta Falcons all year long with multiple episodes a week. Join us for takes on the NFL, the NFL Draft, and NFL free agency from a Falcons-centric perspective. Also brews, of course. Catch the live show on YouTube on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET and immediately following all games: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFalcoholicLive Join our community Discord server: https://discord.gg/A2ybd2ywnd Support the show on Patreon for exclusive perks (and our gratitude): https://www.patreon.com/falcoholiclive
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Description:
Formerly The Falcoholic Podcast. Host Kevin Knight (The Falcoholic) brings you in-depth coverage of the Atlanta Falcons all year long with multiple episodes a week. Join us for takes on the NFL, the NFL Draft, and NFL free agency from a Falcons-centric perspective. Also brews, of course. Catch the live show on YouTube on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET and immediately following all games: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFalcoholicLive Join our community Discord server: https://discord.gg/A2ybd2ywnd Support the show on Patreon for exclusive perks (and our gratitude): https://www.patreon.com/falcoholiclive
Language:
English
Episodes
The Falcons found a pass rush, Week 2 film review: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
9/16/2025
The Falcons found a pass rush in a dominant win over the Vikings. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the film from Week 2 and discuss the outstanding play of the defense, the rookie class showing up big, Bijan Robinson's big day, and some concerns about the red zone offense.
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Duration:01:32:06
Falcons vs Vikings NFL Week 2 postgame show: Defensive dominance in primetime
9/15/2025
The Falcons defense delivered an outstanding performance against the Vikings, with the rookie class carrying the day. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the victory, including the awesome day for the defense, the dominance of the ground attack, Zac Robinson’s offense continuing to struggle in the red zone, and more.
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Duration:01:11:05
Falcons vs Vikings Week 2 preview: Michael Penix vs J.J. McCarthy on SNF
9/12/2025
The Falcons face the Vikings on Sunday Night Football, featuring a clash of two 2024 quarterbacks in Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy. Kevin Knight breaks down the final injury report and discusses the critical matchups between Atlanta and Minnesota.
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Duration:00:23:24
Can the Falcons bounce back against the Vikings? ft. Aaron Freeman: Falcoholic Live, Ep345
9/10/2025
The Falcons faltered against the Bucs in Week 1, but Week 2 offers an opportunity to bounce back against the Vikings. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss the injury report for Week 2, the kicking competition between Younghoe Koo and John Parker Romo, and how Atlanta can get their first win in Minnesota.
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Duration:01:08:12
Falcons suffer familiar loss against Bucs, Week 1 film review: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
9/9/2025
The Falcons lost a heartbreaker to the Bucs on a missed Younghoe Koo field goal, but there's a lot of positives to take away from Week 1. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz review the film to discuss the improved play of the defense, terrific debuts from the rookie class, Michael Penix the baller, and some concerning playcalling issues from Zac Robinson.
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Duration:01:27:34
Falcons vs Bucs NFL Week 1 postgame show: Younghoe Koo is not back
9/7/2025
The Falcons defense played an admirable game, but they were let down by late mistakes, an ineffective offense (outside of Michael Penix heroics), and Younghoe Koo's inexcusable missed FG that would've sent the game to overtime. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk are joined by Adnan Ikic and Evan Birchfield to break down the defeat and why it immediately puts Atlanta in danger of falling behind in the NFC.
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Duration:01:23:56
Falcons need to pound the rock against the Bucs: Falcons vs Bucs Week 1 game preview
9/5/2025
The Falcons face the Bucs in an NFC South showdown in Week 1. Kevin Knight breaks down the latest injury report before diving into the matchups on offense and defense and providing a blueprint for how Atlanta can take down Tampa Bay. Spoiler alert: POUND THE ROCK!
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Duration:00:35:54
Falcons Week 1 is here! How can Atlanta take down the Bucs? Falcoholic Live, Ep344
9/3/2025
Falcons Week 1 is here! The Falcons face the Bucs, their biggest division foe, right out of the gate. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down the latest news and injury updates and discuss how Atlanta can take down Tampa Bay and start the 2025 NFL season 1-0.
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Duration:01:13:07
Falcons Week 1 news and expectations: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
9/2/2025
NFL Week 1 is here, with the Falcons facing the Bucs in an NFC South showdown on Sunday. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss the latest news, including Xavier Watts and Billy Bowman starting, Bralen Trice to IR, and other roster moves. Then the duo pivot to expectations for Atlanta's opening game against Tampa Bay.
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Duration:00:52:57
Falcons set final roster and practice squad: Falcoholic Live, Ep343
8/27/2025
The Falcons have finally revealed their initial 53-man roster and most of their practice squad for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down who made the cut and who didn't, discuss the loss of Kaleb McGary and how Atlanta might replace him, and bring up potential moves over the next few days.
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Duration:01:06:27
Falcons final roster revealed, Kaleb McGary out for the season: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/26/2025
The Falcons have their first 53-man roster of the 2025 NFL season! Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss who made the cut and who didn't, Kaleb McGary out for the season, the biggest surprises, and the moves we're still expecting to see before Week 1.
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Duration:00:53:47
Projecting the Falcons final roster and practice squad
8/23/2025
The final preseason game is behind us, and it's time for the Falcons to set their initial 53-man roster. Kevin Knight brings you his final predictions for Atlanta's roster and practice squad. Which UDFAs will make the team, who will be the surprise cuts?
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Duration:00:37:55
Falcons Kaleb McGary injury: who takes over at tackle? ft. Aaron Freeman: Falcoholic Live, Ep342
8/20/2025
The Falcons may have suffered a major loss at Wednesday's practice, as right tackle Kaleb McGary was carted off the field. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked on Falcons) to discuss the implications of the injury and who might be called upon to step up in McGary's absence.
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Duration:01:19:48
Falcons winners and losers from Preseason Week 2: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon Diaz
8/19/2025
Who were the winners and losers from the Falcons preseason loss to the Titans? Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss the players who impressed and disappointed in the second week, including strong games from Nate Carter and Brandon Dorlus and concerning days from Easton Stick and Lamar Jackson.
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Duration:01:13:41
Falcons vs Titans instant reactions: Who stood out in Preseason Week 2? ft. Allen Strk
8/15/2025
The Falcons fell 23-20 to the Titans in the second week of the 2025 NFL preseason. Kevin Knight, Adnan Ikic, and Allen Strk are here to bring you their instant reactions from the game, including Easton Stick's struggles, Nate Carter's breakout, strong play by Natrone Brooks and Brandon Dorlus, and a whole lot more.
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Duration:00:51:45
Falcons vs Titans joint practice recap and preseason preview ft. Chris Belcher
8/14/2025
The Falcons and Titans wrapped up their joint practices ahead of Friday's preseason game, and Kevin Knight is joined by Chris Belcher (Bleav in Titans) to discuss everything we've seen thus far. How have Michael Penix and the offense fared against Tennessee's defense? Has Atlanta's new-look defense been able to limit rookie Cam Ward and Calvin Ridley?
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Duration:00:32:44
Winners and losers from Falcons vs Titans joint practice with Joe Patrick: Falcoholic Live, Ep341
8/13/2025
After two heated days of joint practices between the Atlanta Falcons and the Tennessee Titans, we’ve got a clear list of winners and losers. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Joe Patrick to bring you everything you need to know from Flowery Branch. How did Atlanta’s starters match up against Tennessee, and how did things shake out up and down the depth chart?
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Duration:01:12:30
Falcons vs Lions preseason review: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/12/2025
We learned a lot from the Falcons preseason game against the Lions, and Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz are here to take you through the most important notes from the first week of the preseason. Atlanta's pass rush shined, Easton Stick turned in a terrific performance, Dylan Drummond made his case, and more.
Duration:00:52:22
Falcons training camp report and preseason preview ft. Marc Raimondi: Falcoholic Live, Ep340
8/6/2025
The Falcons are transitioning into preseason preparation ahead of Friday's matchup with the Lions, but we're not done with training camp just yet. ESPN's Marc Raimondi joins Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic to break down the latest news coming out of Flowery Branch, including practice reports, the new depth chart release, injury updates, and more.
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Duration:01:07:57
Falcons extend Kaleb McGary, Micah Parsons trade rumors: Tuesday Takes with Tre'Shon
8/4/2025
The Falcons extended Kaleb McGary, Micah Parsons trade rumors swirl, and James Pearce Jr. emerges as the villain the Falcons need. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz address the latest news coming out of Atlanta, including some updates from training camp.
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Duration:01:02:45