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The Bow Tie Chronicles: Falcons built foundation during 2024 OTAs

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June 5, 2024

In the 466th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discusses what stage the Falcons are at as they wrap up OTAs under first-year coach Raheem Morris. Also, quarterback Kirk Cousins comes on the show to discuss the foundation that’s being laid. Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts, Jake Matthews, A.J. Terrell and Richie Grant come to provide their insights and analysis.

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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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