The Bow Tie Chronicles: New-look Falcons face stiff test from Dolphins

In the 471st episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discusses how the Falcons performed in their first joint practice with the Miami Dolphins.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris, quarterback Michael Penix Jr., defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus, Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill and Dolphins defensive end Calais Campbell stop by to help review the practice.

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