Will the Atlanta Falcons' defense and young players rise to the challenge in their five prime-time games? Host Aaron Freeman and guest Allen Strk (The Falcoholic) break down key early-season matchups against the Buffalo Bills, Minnesota Vikings, and San Francisco 49ers. The duo analyzes potential issues with the interior defensive line and linebacker play, especially against physical run games. Rookie expectations take center stage as they discuss Billy Bowman's role as nickel corner and the immediate impact needed from first-year players. Jessie Bates' turnover potential and the revamped secondary's ability to create opportunities are hot topics. Plus, concerns about right tackle Elijah Wilkinson facing top pass rushers like Haason Reddick. 

Allen's prediction article at The Falcoholic: https://www.thefalcoholic.com/atlanta-falcons-roster/85833/predicting-what-will-go-right-and-wrong-for-the-falcons-in-2025-jessie-bates

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