The Atlanta Falcons were embarrassed in a 23-7 Week 4 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars overseas in London, England thanks to a pathetic turnover-prone performance from quarterback Desmond Ridder. Despite three turnovers from Ridder, host Aaron Freeman breaks down why he doesn't think it's time yet to call upon Taylor Heinicke to start. He discusses why the Falcons still have time to salvage Ridder, but the clock is ticking and the leash is tightening.

He also discusses the solid performance of the Falcons defense includig A.J. Terrell's successes and failures with shadowing and containing Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley. He discusses how the defense can take their play to another level if they get defensive tackle Grady Jarrett to play like a "dude" once more.

Finally, he discusses how much of the team's issues are on head coach and play-caller Arthur Smith, and how much share of the blame he has with the quarterback when it comes from the offense's lack of explosive plays. Aaron explains why he's not ready to hit the panic button even with a quarter of the season down.

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