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The Bow Tie Chronicles: Calvin Ridley on the Falcons’ new offense

Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley briefly discusses his foot surgery and potential being ready by training camp.
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June 16, 2021

In the 268th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter presents Calvin Ridley’s first interview since Julio Jones was traded to the Tennessee Titans. Ridley, who takes over as the No. 1 wide receiver, discusses the new offense, his health, how rookie Kyle Pitts is looking and the tone that is being set by new coach Arthur Smith.

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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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