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The Bow Tie Chronicles: Devonta Freeman should re-structure his contract to stay with the Falcons

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman breaks free for a touchdown run on the opening drive against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

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Credit: Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman breaks free for a touchdown run on the opening drive against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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Feb 19, 2020

In the 181st episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, we discuss the situation surrounding Falcons running back Devonta Freeman and the team’s salary cap situation. He turns 28 in March and it might be best for both parties to re-negotiate an incentive-laden contract that would pay him based on his production. Also, we discuss Drew Brees returning, the kicking situation, Greg Olsen going to Seattle and get everyone prepared for the upcoming NFL scouting combine.

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