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The Bow Tie Chronicles: What they are saying about Kyle Pitts

Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley talks about his impression of first-round pick Kyle Pitts after training with him this summer.
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Aug 4, 2021

In the 274th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter discusses what the Falcons are saying about rookie tight end Kyle Pitts. Wide receiver Calvin Ridley, who worked out with Pitts over the offseason, shares his insights. Also, we hear from coach Arthur Smith and quarterback Matt Ryan on the Pitts, who’s off to a strong start in training camp.

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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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