Officiating was not kind to Atlanta ahead of Thursday evening's physical battle at State Farm Arena as Orlando responded to the Hawks' first quarter dominance with strong 2nd and 3rd quarter performances of their own including a competitive 4th quarter by both teams.

DeShaun Tate and Tenitra Batiste recap Trae Young & Zaccharie Risacher's performances during the 2025 NBA All-Star weekend including a deep dive into the Hawks' disappointing loss to the Magic at State Farm Arena and keys to victory for ATL in their next 3 critical games that could dictate eastern conference seeding in postseason play.

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How can the Atlanta Falcons navigate their salary cap challenges to build a winning roster? With the NFL's recent salary cap increase, the Falcons face a $40 million hit from Kirk Cousins, yet opportunities for strategic moves abound. Explore the Falcons' offseason strategies, including potential free agent signings like Chase Young and Jamien Sherwood, and the impact on their pass rush. Hosts Tenitra Batiste and Aaron Freeman, alongside guest expert D. Orlando Ledbetter, dissect the running back room's strengths, featuring Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, and preview the NFL Combine's key prospects. The discussion also touches on Atlanta's cultural scene with Outkast's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. #atlantafalcons #nfl #falcons

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The Atlanta Football Party podcast delves into the Falcons' roster decisions and free agency strategy. The hosts discuss the potential departure of Kirk Cousins, evaluating veteran quarterback options, and retaining key players like Drew Dalman. They analyze Jeremy Fowler's NFL team rankings, debating the Falcons' position relative to division rivals. The episode explores the team's salary cap situation and provides insights on which free agents to keep or release. The hosts also touch on the Saints' failed attempt to interview Falcons' tight end coach Kevin Koger for their offensive coordinator position, adding a layer of rivalry intrigue to the discussion.