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The Atlanta Sports Special Ep 47: The Falcons are the Aints Daddy
The Braves are searching for answers after a frustrating stretch, while the Falcons are riding high after a statement win over the Saints. Kinney and Kraemer break down what’s gone wrong for Atlanta’s baseball team, celebrate the Falcons’ offensive breakout led by Bijan Robinson and Drake London, and look ahead to a tough test against Baltimore.
30 Sept 2026
The Atlanta Sports Special Ep 45: Grating Cheese (feat Logan Marshall)
This episode of Atlanta Sports Special covers the Falcons’ big win over the Packers, with guest Drake Marshall sharing what it was like to visit Lambeau Field. The hosts discuss Michael Penix Jr.’s return, Atlanta’s strong rushing game and defense, and look ahead to the Saints matchup. They also talk Braves baseball, including Austin Riley’s game-winning home run against the Phillies and the team’s playoff outlook.
17 Sept 2026
The Atlanta Sports Special Ep 44: Cooper Rush is Incapable of playing football (Week 1 Recap) Feat. Logan Marshall
Michael is joined by lifelong Falcons fan Logan Marshall to discuss Atlanta’s disappointing Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and the broader struggles facing the franchise.The episode opens with a conversation about their shared Atlanta sports fandom, growing up in Marietta, and their favorite and most painful Falcons memories—including Atlanta’s dominant NFC Championship win over Green Bay and the heartbreaking Super Bowl loss that followed.The main discussion focuses on the Falcons’ 20–13 loss to Pittsburgh. Michael and Logan criticize the offense’s lack of creativity, excessive reliance on Bijan Robinson, poor quarterback play from Cooper Rush, missed opportunities to involve Kyle Pitts and Drake London, and the team’s nine penalties for 100 yards. They argue that Atlanta’s offensive problems were made worse by predictable play-calling, weak offensive-line performance, and the failure to adjust when the Steelers defense began anticipating the Falcons’ short passes.The hosts also praise Atlanta’s defense, particularly Za’Darius Smith and Divine Deablo, while expressing concern about the team’s decision to let important linebackers such as Troy Andersen and Kaden Elliss move on. They debate whether rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. should receive an opportunity, especially after Cooper Rush threw two interceptions, was sacked four times, and struggled to push the ball downfield.The conversation then turns to the upcoming divisional matchup with the Carolina Panthers. They view the game as an important early test and a potential “get-right” opportunity for Atlanta. Both hosts believe the Falcons must establish a more balanced rushing attack, use Brian Robinson Jr. to protect Bijan Robinson’s long-term health, and take advantage of Carolina’s defensive weaknesses.Finally, Michael and Logan discuss head coach Kevin Stefanski. Logan remains optimistic because of Stefanski’s past success with a competent quarterback, while Michael remains undecided after seeing little evidence of offensive creativity in the opener. The episode closes with cautious optimism, realistic negativity, and a promise to continue tracking the Falcons’ season—especially when Logan returns for the team’s matchup at Lambeau Field.
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