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The Bow Tie Chronicles: A closer look at the All-Decade Team

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Eric Weems #14 of the Atlanta Falcons reacts against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Credit: Kevin C. Cox

Credit: Kevin C. Cox

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Eric Weems #14 of the Atlanta Falcons reacts against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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July 15, 2020

In the 200th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles, we take a closer look at the Falcons' All-Decade (2010-19) team. The defense and the special-teams players were announced by the team Monday. The team, which was voted on by the media, players and team staff members, included four undrafted players in cornerback Brent Grimes and returner/gunner Eric Weems, kicker Matt Bryant and long snapper Josh Harris. We also discuss ticket refunds/credits, the 90-man roster, what the "Countdown to Camp" will look like and a look back at the franchise's decade-by-decade record.

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