Episode Details

The Atlanta Falcons look to unlock Michael Penix Jr.’s full potential as Alex Van Pelt steps in to address critical under-center ball fake issues. Could Van Pelt be the quarterback coach to transform Penix into a true under-center play-action threat? Host Aaron Freeman explores how coaching and honest player development could reshape the Falcons’ QB situation heading into next season. 

Key highlights include Brandon Dorlus’s late-season surge and Ruke Orhorhoro’s progress as emerging defensive tackles, plus a data-driven look at Zach Harrison’s elite pressure rate from the interior, surpassing NFL standouts like Jeffrey Simmons and Chris Jones. The episode evaluates whether defensive tackle is truly a dire need for Atlanta, breaks down the impact of LaCale London and Kentavius Street on run defense, and raises the question: should edge rusher be a greater priority this offseason? 

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