Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast

The 2026 NFL preseason is finally here, with the Falcons taking on the Broncos on Friday in their first “real” game action of the year. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic discuss their preseason wish list, including who they’d like to see step up and excel over the next few games, how much we’re expecting to see from the starters, and the most important players and positions to watc...

The Falcons had a busy start to the week, with a flurry of roster moves as the team prepares for their first preseason game against the Denver Broncos. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the moves, including the return of OT Jawaan Taylor and the release of LB Troy Andersen, the emergence of rookie OT Ethan Onianwa, and what we want to see from the preseason.

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The first week of Falcons training camp is behind us. Kevin Knight brings you his biggest takeaways from Flowery Branch, including the state of the QB competition, insights into Atlanta's passing game, the most impressive player so far, and how the defense is looking heading into 2026.

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The Falcons were in the midst of a lively Tuesday afternoon practice when tragedy struck, as standout edge rusher Jalon Walker suffered what is believed to be a torn ACL. Kevin Knight is joined by Tre’Shon Diaz to discuss Walker’s injury and the fallout, Bijan Robinson’s record-setting extension, and the biggest news and notes from Day 6 of Falcons training camp.

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The Falcons held their first padded practice on Monday, and it delivered. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic discuss the return of Tua Tagovailoa to full-team work, Michael Penix's best day yet, the continued impressiveness of Zachariah Branch, and more strong play from the defense.

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