Dirty Birds and Brews: an Atlanta Falcons podcast
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
Episodes
The Falcons won a thriller over the Rams on Monday Night Football, and the game actually served as an excellent microcosm of Atlanta's 2025 season. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the film from Week 17, and discuss why this victory and winning streak shouldn't save Raheem Morris.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons sprinted out to a 21-0 halftime lead over the Rams only to blow it in the second half, before ultimately winning on a late field goal 27-24. Despite the win, the same old errors and sloppy play continued to appear throughout the night, making the game an excellent microcosm of Atlanta’s 2025 issues. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break it all down.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons take on the Cardinals in a potentially fun matchup of NFC teams with nothing left to play for. Kevin Knight breaks down the game, including an early look at the injury report, how Atlanta and Arizona compare offensive and defensively, and what Falcons fans should be watching for in Week 16. Mostly Kyle Pitts.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons have been eliminated from the playoffs and have nothing left to play for in 2025, but the final three games are still important. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz discuss what's worth saving from the 2025 Falcons, including Kyle Pitts, Zane Gonzalez, the young players all over the defense, and the defensive coaching staff.
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The Falcons have been eliminated from playoff contention, but there’s a lot of evaluation left to do during the 2025 season. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk discuss what matters for the Falcons over the remainder of the year, including a potential Kyle Pitts breakout, continued growth and development from the defense, and figuring out draft and free agency priorities across the roster.
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The Falcons trailed 28-14, committed a franchise record 19 penalties, and…defeated the Buccaneers 29-28 as time expired. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down one of the strangest and most unlikely victories in Falcons history, discuss why this result doesn’t change anything for Raheem Morris and Co., and enjoy some phenomenal performances from Kyle Pitts, Bijan Robinson, Kirk Cousins, and James Pearce Jr.
The Falcons dropped to 4-9 after an embarrassing blowout loss to the Seahawks, and were officially eliminated from playoff contention. With issues mounting from all three phases and the roster looking shakier by the day, it’s time to ask a serious question: will the Falcons make a coaching change? If so, when should we expect it to happen? Who are some top candidates to watch for 2026?
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons kept it tied for a half before the wheels fell off in the third quarter, eventually losing to the Seahawks 37-9 in a massive blowout. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the loss, including the continued glaring special teams issues, Zac Robinson’s third down ineptitude and predictability, even more mistakes from Raheem Morris, and the defense seemingly running out of gas.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons face the NFC-leading Seahawks in Week 14 as significant home underdogs. Kevin Knight is joined by Brandon Cain (The Hawks Nest) to break down the game, including the latest injury updates, matchups to watch on offense and defense, and the best pathway for Atlanta to take down Seattle on Sunday.
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The Falcons are 4-8 heading into Week 14, and there’s a distinct lack of accountability from top-to-bottom. Kevin Knight is joined by Joe Patrick to discuss the state of the team, the apparent lack of accountability from the coaching staff and ownership, and thoughts on the remainder of the 2025 season and beyond.
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The Falcons are now 4-8 and coming off a ridiculous loss to the Jets. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the film from Week 13 and discuss the overall state of the team, questioning the decisions and comments of Raheem Morris, calling out the worst special teams performance of the season, a bad day for the defense, and continued playcalling woes from Zac Robinson.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons played an embarrassing game against the Jets, losing 27-24 on the back of a horrid day by all three phases. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the official end of the 2025 season, the horrid play of the special teams unit, uncharacteristically bad play by the defense, and a frustrating day from the offense.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons take on the Jets in Week 13 with their slim postseason hopes on the line. Kevin Knight breaks down the matchup, including the stakes for both teams, how Atlanta is likely to attack New York on offense and defense, and why this game a big test for the Falcons struggling run defense.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons took down the rival Saints to snap a 5-game losing streak in Week 12. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz review the film and discuss the bounce-back game from the defense, the continued dominance (!!) of Atlanta’s pass rush, the welcome but puzzling changes to the offense with Kirk Cousins at the helm, and the emergence of Zane Gonzalez and the kicking game.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
With very little left to play for in the 2025 season, the Falcons rallied to get a much-needed (and surprisingly dominant) win over the hated Saints. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the first victory in over a month, the encouraging play of Kirk Cousins, the high-end play of the defense despite mounting injuries, and more.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
With postseason hopes all but officially dead for both the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints, this is a uniquely bad “Hate Week” for both franchises. Kevin Knight breaks down the matchup, including the latest injury updates, thoughts on the great Kirk Cousins vs Tyler Shough clash, and thoughts on how Atlanta can pull off the upset in New Orleans.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is out for the season after suffering a partially torn ACL. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman and Dave Choate to discuss just how bad the injury is for the team and their young quarterback. We also bring you updates on the latest recovery timeline, potential implications for 2026 and beyond, and thoughts on the future of the current regime.
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The Falcons received the bad news on Monday that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is likely out for the season with a torn ACL. Kevin Knight and Tre'Shon Diaz break down the news, the implications for Atlanta's future, and the potential timeline for return.
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The Falcons blew another fourth quarter lead after an anemic second half on offense, letting the Carolina Panthers sweep them for just the third time in franchise history. Kevin Knight, Allen Strk, and Evan Birchfield discuss the failures on both sides of the ball, the end of the 2025 season, and why it’s time to fire Raheem Morris and start to look to the future.
Today's episode is presented by FanDuel.
The Falcons return home in the midst of a four-game losing streak to face the Panthers with both teams fighting for their playoff lives. Can Atlanta get back on track and into the win column? Kevin Knight breaks down the injury report for both teams, the matchups to watch on offense and defense, and whether or not there’s still hope for the Falcons in 2025.
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