Derek, Dave & DJ are back to break down everything they saw from the Atlanta Falcons in their first preseason game vs the Detroit Lions. From rookies like James Pearce Jr. and Jalon Walker to familiar names like Demarcco Hellams and Ruke Orhorhoro, the guys examine everyone's performance from Friday's game and what the team needs to improve in preseason week 2. They also share their insights from joint practices with the Tennessee Titans and how valuable those reps are for the players who won't play in Friday's game.
0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Morice Norris injury
4:47 - NFL Preseason Week 1
8:00 - Falcons vs Lions Takeaways
15:50 - Joint practices with Tennessee
24:20 - Preseason game 2 vs Titans
30:44 - Outro

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