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The Bow Tie Chronicles: A look at the Falcons’ needs on defense

Georgia's linebacker Nolan Smith helps defensive lineman Jalen Carter cooling off during Georgia’s Pro Day in the Payne Indoor Athletic Facility, Wednesday, March 15, 2023, in Athens, GA. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)
Georgia's linebacker Nolan Smith helps defensive lineman Jalen Carter cooling off during Georgia’s Pro Day in the Payne Indoor Athletic Facility, Wednesday, March 15, 2023, in Athens, GA. (Hyosub Shin / Hyosub.Shin@ajc.com)
By D. Orlando Ledbetter
April 19, 2023

In the 396th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution looks at the Falcons’ draft needs on their defense. Several players from Georgia, including Jalen Carter, Nolan Smith and Kelee Ringo, will be available. Also, quarterback Desmond Ridder and right guard Chris Lindstrom drop by to provide some insight to the start of the Falcons’ offseason training program.

About the Author

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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