Fantasy football is right around the corner, which means that you may have drafted a team already, or perhaps your first draft is scheduled for the Labor Day weekend. The people who are in the latter category will benefit the most from this article, but there are always lessons to be learned in this challengingContinue reading “Mock Drafting 101”
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Let’s examine the Falcons new-look defense
There were two big pieces of sports news out of Atlanta this week as the Falcons not only traded for Patriots DL Matthew Judon at the cost of a third round pick, but they also announced the signing of All-Pro S Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8M contract. These were major moves for a defenseContinue reading “Let’s examine the Falcons new-look defense”
Braves offseason signings define 2024 season
The Braves have gotten major contributions from players that they signed during the 2024 offseason, as injuries to players like Spencer Strider, Ronald Acuna Jr, & Tyler Matzek have left the team scrambling for answers at times during the 2024 season. Enter players like Reynaldo Lopez, Jarred Kelenic, and Jesse Chavez to name a few.Continue reading “Braves offseason signings define 2024 season”
Arthur Blank does NOT belong in the Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor
Yes, you heard me correctly. By now, you’ve surely heard the news that Owner and Chairman Arthur Blank, along with franchise quarterback Matt Ryan, will both be inducted into the Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor in Weeks 3 & 5 of the 2024 season. I’ll get to Matt Ryan in a minute, but right nowContinue reading “Arthur Blank does NOT belong in the Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor”
What will the Braves do without Ronald Acuna Jr?
In case you missed it, Ronald Acuna Jr. will miss the remainder of the 2024 season after suffering a complete tear in his left ACL on an awkward play in Sunday’s game. This is devastating news for Acuna, the Braves, their fans, and the game of baseball. The 2023 NL MVP is fresh off theContinue reading “What will the Braves do without Ronald Acuna Jr?”
With the 8th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons select…
Michael Penix Jr, Quarterback, Washington. Talk about a total draft night stunner. Analysts and fans were understandably beside themselves upon hearing the news. After all, the team had signed veteran QB Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million deal with $100 million fully guaranteed less than two months before the selection. Speaking of Cousins, theContinue reading “With the 8th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons select…”
Positions of need for the Atlanta Falcons in the 2024 NFL Draft
The 2024 NFL Draft is approaching as teams will soon begin gathering in Detroit for the three-day extravaganza between Thursday, April 25th and Saturday, April 27th. There will be plenty of expectations, surprises, and drama to go around at the event. Most NFL fans will pay attention to the first round at least, where theContinue reading “Positions of need for the Atlanta Falcons in the 2024 NFL Draft”
Life lessons that my dad taught me
Full disclosure, this article (as the title suggests) will not discuss sports whatsoever. This article will instead focus on a personal healing opportunity for me, and that is to talk about my dad who passed away from esophageal cancer just six months ago. He was such a loyal and dedicated father to me, and heContinue reading “Life lessons that my dad taught me”
My thoughts on Kirk Cousins signing with the Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons traded away Matt Ryan to the Colts two years ago and have struggled mightily with consistency and stability at the quarterback position ever since then. Enter Kirk Cousins, who is basically a younger version of Matt Ryan at this point. He’s solid, albeit not spectacular, and he’s a huge upgrade over Desmond Ridder.Continue reading “My thoughts on Kirk Cousins signing with the Atlanta Falcons”
Notable NFL players who could be traded this offseason
The term NFL stands for Not For Long as teams churn their rosters each offseason. This offseason is no different, as NFL personnel have gathered in Indianapolis this week to meet with college prospects & player agents at the NFL Scouting Combine. Indy is an ideal spot for player trade opportunities as teams drum upContinue reading “Notable NFL players who could be traded this offseason”
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