Ready or Mott

The game that personified Desmond Ridder

The Falcons are getting a leader in Ridder

The Falcons are re-shaping their identity

Scott Bair, the managing editor for the Falcons, joined Ready or Mott to talk draft

Are the new Atlanta defenders the real deal?

In the third hour of Ready or Mott, we talked to Falcon fans about their thoughts on the draft before discussing it with draft expert JD Pickel. 

What are the Falcons getting in Desmond Ridder?

Luke Fickell, the head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats, joined Ready or Mott to talk about the Falcons' new QB

Who are some day 3 targets for the Falcons?

In a jam-packed final hour of Ready or Mott, we talked NFL with some draft reactions as Scott Bair joined the show. We also talked to the head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats, Luke Fickell!

Could the new Falcons make an instant impact?

J.D. Pickel joined Ready or Mott to talk draft

Dawgs dominate the Draft

In the second hour of the show, Ready or Mott talked more draft! We also caught up with DeShaun Tate to talk NBA. 

What went wrong for the Hawks?

DeShaun Tate joined Ready or Mott to talk NBA

Falcons off to a good start in this draft

In the first hour of Ready or Mott, Thomas hit some draft talk after the Falcons had a strong first two days. We also hit the Morning Menu to talk Braves and Hawks before listening back Dave Archer's thoughts on the draft.

Should Falcons Entertain A Trade For Kyler Murray

It has been reported that Kyler Murray plans to sit out of training camp unless he gets a new deal and now the Cardinals are exploring possibly trading the QB and the Falcons have come up has a possible landing spot.

Ready or Mott Hour 1 Apr 16 2022

Thomas recaps the Hawks win over the Cavaliers and notes that after getting off to a slow start, Trae Young goes off in response to Cleveland fans chanting "F Trae Young"

Falcons have quietly had great free agency period

Thomas outlines his belief that, in the midst of the QB craziness, the Falcons have had a great start to the free agency period, adding impact and depth pieces at key positions. 

The NFL offseason is the gift that keeps on giving

3-26 Hour 2 - Thomas breaks down the ramifications of the Deshaun Watson move to Cleveland, Tyreek Hill landing in Miami and a crazy rumor that Tom Brady could be heading to South Beach.  Thomas also shares his belief that the Falcons have had a great offseason in terms of free agents. 

Despite Mariota signing, Falcons will add a QB in first round

3-26 Hour 1 - Recapping a wild week in Atlanta Sports, Thomas Mott opens today's show by sharing his thoughts on the Matt Ryan trade and says that the Falcons will draft a QB in round one. He believes it should be Matt Corral.  The Hawks get a big win over Golden State and continue to be unpredictable. 

Wait... the Falcons need WR help also

Hour 2 of a shortened version Ready or Mott.... Thomas looks at the FAs the Falcons have signed, but then asks who will be the WRs on the team? Thomas then opened up the phone lines to let the callers weigh in on the Falcons attempt to get Watson, Thomas closes the show with a look back at the first round of the NCAA tournament and a preview of the weekend games to come

What do the Falcons do at QB now?

Thomas Mott is back after a few weeks off, and on today's edition of Ready or Mott... Thomas dives straight into the Atlanta Falcons failed attempt to land QB Deshaun Watson from the Houston Texans. What will the Falcons do at QB now?  Thomas also looks back on the Hawks impressive win over the Memphis Grizzlies, and comments on the Braves moves and the Freddie Freeman situation

NFL Squib Kick & Audio Overload

Thomas started the hour with the NFL Squib Kick. He then went into Audio Overload.

Set The Table & Interview With Josh Kendall

Thomas set the table. He then interviewed Josh Kendall.

The Falcons Could Win The Division

Thomas talked to Josh Kendall about the Atlanta Falcons.

Interview With Josh Kendall

Thomas interviewed Josh Kendall of the Athletic.

Falcons have to spend wisely in free agency to supplement roster

2-19 Hour 3 - The open the final hour of the show, Thomas breaks down his thoughts on how the Falcons should approach free agency.  365 Sports' J.D. Pickell joined the show to talk about the QBs in the 2022 NFL Draft and more.  We end the show by learning about the new phenomenon known as 'sleep texting.'  

Who's the top QB in the 2022 NFL Draft? J.D. Pickell weighs in

CFB Analyst J.D. Pickell (Sicem365) joined Ready or Mott to give his take on the top signal-callers in the 2022 NFL Draft and who the Falcons could target in later rounds.   

Another day, another mock draft with the Falcons taking a WR at #8

2-19 Hour 2 - Thomas reacts as Todd McShay's latest mock draft has the Falcons taking a WR with the 8th overall pick and says that the pick would get an instant "F" in his mind.  Reports say Brady could be a 49er? Is Kirk Cousins sill the guy in Minnesota? 

A Calvin Ridley return would simplify Falcons draft plan

Should Calvin Ridley return to the Falcons this offseason, Thomas Mott says that would make the team's plan for the 2022 NFL Draft much simpler. 

Rams have better roster, but Burrow gives Bengals a chance in Super Bowl

2-12 Hour 1 - Thomas opens today's show by reacting to the Hawks' loss to San Antonio, saying that there's no need to panic.  Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, he says the Rams should win big but Joe Burrow evens the odds for Cincy. 

How will Championship Sunday in the NFL shake out?

1-29 Hour 3 - Thomas Mott reacts to the news that Tom Brady could be getting ready to retire and says the Falcons would be a major beneficiary.  He then speaks with former NFL OL Frank Garcia and gives his picks for Championship Sunday. 

If Brady retires, Falcons could become team to beat in NFC South

Reacting to a report suggesting that Bucs QB Tom Brady could be on the verge of retirement, Thomas Mott shares his belief that the Falcons could become the top team in the NFC South and talks about the importance of the offseason. 

Former Panthers OL Frank Garcia talks NFC South outlook and Championship matchups

Former NFL OL Frank Garcia joined Thomas Mott to take a look at the NFC South and shared his opinion on what's wrong with the Panthers.  He also recalled some of the loudest stadiums he every played in.   

DeShaun Tate says Hawks' winning ways start with improved defense

DeShaun Tate (@TatesTakeHoops) joined Thomas Mott to give his take on the Hawks as they continue their winning ways. Tate says it all starts with the effort on the defensive end of the floor and that the Hawks can't worry about seeding; they just need to get into the playoffs. 

Hawks win 6th straight with defense finding its form

1-29 Hour 1 - Thomas Mott opens today's show by praising the Hawks' effort during their winning streak but says moves still need to be made ahead of a playoff push. We then set the table for Championship Sunday in the NFL before hearing from Braves' broadcaster Chip Carey.   

Despite winning streak, Hawks must make moves at deadline

Despite winning three straight games, Thomas Mott says that the Hawks and GM Travis Schlenk need to stay aggressive ahead of the upcoming trade deadline to fix the team's defensive woes. 

Should the Falcons trade up, trade down or stay put in NFL Draft?

1-22 Hour 2 - After updating injuries across the NFL, Thomas makes his case that the Falcons should consider trading up to get Aidan Hutchinson or Kayvon Thibodeaux if the price is right.  We give our picks for the NFL Divisional Round to wrap up the show. 

Hawks pick up a big win at home & a look ahead to NFL Divisional Round

1-22 Hour 1 - Thomas Mott opens today's show by talking Hawks as they are in the midst of a three-game winning streak. Stetson Bennett is returning to UGA and fans have thoughts.  Ahead of this weekend's NFL action, we take a look at the headlines around the league. 

A UGA win could bring on celebration of epic proportions

Thomas wants to know; would a UGA win on Monday bring a celebration larger than the one Atlanta saw after the Braves' World Series title? 

A potential splash trade for the Hawks & UGA has a chance to make history

1-8 Hour 3 - Thomas hits the headlines to open the final hour as the Hawks could be in the mix for Ben Simmons, the Falcons wrap up the regular season Sunday and UGA is getting ready for the national championship game. Thomas ponders the impact of a UGA title and gives his prediction.  Deshaun Tate joins the show to talk all things Hawks. 

Deshaun Tate says Ben Simmons could be a fit for the Hawks

With rumors swirling around the Hawks ahead of the NBA trade deadline, Deshaun Tate joins 'Ready or Mott' to give his take on a report linking Atlanta to Ben Simmons and much more. 

A Calvin Ridley trade could set Falcons up for offseason success

1-8 Hour 2 - With reports of an upcoming split between the Falcons and Calvin Ridley, Thomas identifies the perfect trade partner and discusses how the Falcons could use the deal to expedite the rebuild of the trenches.  Blayne Gilmer with UGasports.com joins the show to talk Dawgs. 

Blayne Gilmer says UGA can take advantage of "vulnerable" Bama defense

UGAsports.com writer Blayne Gilmer joined Ready or Mott to give an in-depth look at Monday's national title game. He believes UGA has a chance to exploit a banged up Bama defense en route to UGA's first title since 1980. 

UGA's offense must find a way to keep pace with Bama

1-8 Hour 1 - To open today's show, Thomas breaks down UGA's matchup with Alabama in Monday's National Championship Game, saying that the offense has to step up.  He also reacts to the Hawks' loss to the Lakers and takes a look at potential trades ahead of the deadline.  Should the Falcons trade Calvin Ridley? 

That's Life & What Did We Miss

Thomas started the hour with That's Life. He then went into What Did We Miss.

Reset The Deck

Thomas started the hour by going back through the topics of the day.

NFL Squib Kick & Interview With Jake Asman

Thomas started with the NFL Squib Kick. He then interviewed Jake Asman.

Interview With David Walker

Thomas interviewed David Walker about the Atlanta Falcons.

Set The Table & Interview With David Walker

Thomas started the show by Setting The Table. He then interviewed David Walker.

Travis Hancock joins Ready or Mott

Travis "T Bone" Hancock from WFNZ Charlotte Morning Show joined Ready or Mott to discuss all things Falcons at Panthers

Falcons have to get a win over a struggling Panthers team!

The final hour of Ready or Mott starts with a recap of the Morning Headlines, Hawks lose to Nets, Falcons prepare for the Panthers. In Segment 2, Travis "T Bone" Hancock from WFNZ Charlotte joined Ready or Mott to preview the Falcons-Panthers NFC South mathcup and Thomas closed out the hour and the show by giving his pics and previews of all the weekends upcoming NFL games

Blayne Gilmer joins Ready or Mott

UGA Sports Insider from UGAsports.com joined Ready or Mott to discuss the Dawgs loss to Alabama, the QB situation and a preview of the CFB playoffs

Will the Dawgs switch to JT Daniels or ride with Stetson Bennett?

Hour 2 of Ready or Mott rolls along on a rainy Saturday morning in Atlanta,  and first up this hour is the NFL Quick Hits In the second segment of the hour, Tommy gives you some audio soundbites from Kirby Smart, Matt Ryan, and Falcons DC Dean Peas. To close the hour, UGA Sports insider Blayne Gilmer joined the show to talk some Dawgs and College Football Playoffs

Hawks 4th quarter struggles cost them another game

Ready or Mott kicks off with a recap of the Hawks-Nets game, and a look back to the UGA- Bama game, with some questions about the Dawgs going forward. In Segment 2, Thomas answered a few questions from his producer in the "Morning Menu" The hour closed out with a replay of a great interview from earlier in the week when ACC Network CFB Analyst Roddy Jones joined the Morning Show with Jon and Hugh