The Bow Tie Chronicles: One-on-one with Arthur Smith
In the 252nd episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) has a one-on-one exclusive interview with Falcons coach Arthur Smith. He gives us an update on how the offseason has flowed, with free agency up next for the team. He discusses having only 39 players on the roster, his plan to fill out the roster, run the ball, get ready for the draft and another fluid offseason. Also, ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper discusses the Zach Wilson vs. Justin Fields rankings and how it’s not the same as Mitchell Trubisky vs. Deshaun Watson in 2017.
Falcons’ 2021 draft position: Here are the pick’s in D. Led’s Mock Draft 1.0: Top five picks
1. Jacksonville Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence (QB, Clemson)
2. New York Jets: Ja’Marr Chase, (WR, LSU)
3. Dolphins: Penei Sewell (OT, Oregon)
4. Atlanta Falcons: Justin Fields (QB, Ohio State)
5. Cincinnati Bengals: Devonta Smith (WR, Alabama)
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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.
