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The Bow Tie Chronicles: A look at Matt Ryan’s move, OTAs and flex scheduling

Falcons coach Arthur Smith (left) and offensive coordinator Dave Ragone (far right) look on as Matt Ryan looks to pass against the defense on the third day of training camp practice on Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Curtis Compton/AJC file)

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Falcons coach Arthur Smith (left) and offensive coordinator Dave Ragone (far right) look on as Matt Ryan looks to pass against the defense on the third day of training camp practice on Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Curtis Compton/AJC file)
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May 23, 2023

In the 402nd episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution welcomes former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan to the show to discuss his recent move to CBS Sports, where he will work in a variety of capacities on several of their platforms. Also, we discuss OTAs, flex scheduling, the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching fellowships and the signing of wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside.

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Honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his "long and distinguished reporting in the field of pro football," D. Orlando Ledbetter, Esq. has covered the NFL 28 seasons. A graduate of Howard University, he's a winner of Georgia Sportswriter of the Year and three Associated Press Sports Editor awards.

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