In the 283nd episode of the Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter breaks down how the Falcons were routed 48-25 by Tampa Bay on Sunday. The Falcons cut the lead to three points, but then gave up 20 unanswered points in the fourth quarter. The Falcons struggled in short-yardage situations and the secondary, which may be with cornerback A.J. Terrell (concussion) gave up five touchdown passes to Bucs quarterback Tom Brady. The Falcons dropped to 0-2 and are set to face the New York Giants (0-2) at 1 p.m. Sunday.

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