Things are looking up for the Atlanta Falcons entering 2023, but not everything is guaranteed in the National Football League. Host Aaron Freeman examines the potential flaws that could trip up the Falcons this year on their path to the top of the NFC South division in looking at the unproven nature of Desmond Ridder, along with several other young players on both sides of the ball. He also examines the potential issues that every other NFC South rival may face this season.

For the New Orleans Saints, can they count on Derek Carr being an upgrade at quarterback given all the other question marks they have on offense? Will their defense take a step back given some of their offseason losses.

While Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Bryce Young shows a lot of promise and potential, is the Panthers coaching staff capable of developing that? Their track record remains mixed at best.

As for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, how big a dropoff from Tom Brady to Baker Mayfield will there be? Do they have the pieces to be a more balanced offense if need be?

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