The Atlanta Falcons made their first interview for their coaching vacancy in Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike MacDonald this past Friday. Host Aaron Freeman explains why MacDonald's stock is soaring after transforming the Ravens defense the past two years to the best unit in the league and draws comparisons to Sean McVay and Bill Belichick.

Later, he explains the Falcons' potential timeline for their coaching search and why they may not officially hire anyone until the end of January or the beginning of February. Then he discusses where the Falcons' vacancy stacks compared to the other six openings around the NFL and why the Washington Commanders could be considered the most coveted job.

Finally, he looks ahead to the 2024 NFL Draft and discusses why the Chicago Bears and Commanders won't be trading back, how the Falcons could trade up for a quarterback, and/or stay at the eighth overall selection and pick a stud pass-rusher like Alabama's Dallas Turner.

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