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The Falcons made a blockbuster trade on Monday morning, sending star safety Jessie Bates III to the Jaguars in exchange for multiple picks. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz discuss the trade, including why it matters more than just the compensation…

The Atlanta Falcons completed a blockbuster trade on Monday morning, sending star safety Jessie Bates III to the Jacksonville Jaguars. In return for the veteran defensive back, the Falcons acquired multiple draft picks.
Hosts Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz broke down the deal on The Falcoholic's Dirty Birds and Brews podcast. Alongside analyzing the broader impact of the trade beyond just the acquired draft compensation, the show reviewed notes from Atlanta's recent game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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