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The Bow Tie Chronicles: Arthur Blank, Arthur Smith explain QB decisions

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March 29, 2023

PHOENIX — In the 393rd episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discusses the Falcons’ quarterback situation with owner Arthur Blank and coach Arthur Smith.

The hierarchy met to discuss Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson but elected not to tie up 25% of the team’s salary cap in one player.

Also, Bengals coach Zac Taylor and Chiefs coach Andy Reid share their thoughts on Falcons QB Desmond Ridder and how to develop young quarterbacks.

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D. Orlando Ledbetter, Esq is the award-winning Atlanta Falcons beat writer for the newspaper, has been on the staff since 2003. Every day D. Orlando strives to provide inside in the Falcons and the NFL. He finds the most joy in providing insight into the team, the coaching moves, the offseason business moves, the draft and the games.

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