Charles Barkley, the NBA legend with a penchant for dabbling in football discussions, recently let the cat out of the bag. Diving into his NFL favorites, he stunned listeners with his team preferences and left out some noteworthy names.

Few figures in the sports realm are as multifaceted as Charles Barkley. Basketballer, analyst, and even golfer, Barkley’s voice has echoed across many sports channels. Recently, he expanded his expertise to the NFL, triggering waves of surprise and speculation.

Chuck’s NFL Insights on the SI Media Podcast

In a recent SI Media podcast episode with Jimmy Traina, Barkley’s NFL sentiments were laid bare. While he extolled the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots, he conspicuously left out Patrick Mahomes‘ Kansas City Chiefs and Aaron Rodgers’ New York Jets. This silence was louder than words—a cold shoulder, perhaps?

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On probing about his bets for the upcoming NFL season, Barkley cryptically stated, “I liked the Atlanta Falcons over ‘love them’. I love the Patriots.” He further stirred the pot with the prediction, “The Patriots are going to shock some people this year.” As for Tom Brady, Barkley’s admiration was apparent: “Tom Brady is the nicest person I’ve ever met who is the best… He’s a really nice man. “Barkley’s endorsement didn’t stop with team praise. His “casual” friendship with Tom Brady, the legend himself, hints at insider knowledge.

Falcons’ Unexpected Plummet

Before Barkley’s podcast revelation, the Atlanta Falcons faced a crushing 0-24 defeat against the Pittsburgh Steelers. This preseason game, seemingly insignificant, now holds weight. Does Barkley’s endorsement of the Falcons come after analyzing this loss or in spite of it?

To deepen the mystery, the Falcons are set to face the Carolina Panthers next, while the triumphant Steelers will clash with the San Francisco 49ers. Given the Falcons’ recent performance, Barkley’s confidence in them seems counterintuitive, making his podcast insights even more intriguing.

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Charles Barkley, with his combination of NBA background and newfound NFL insights, has confirmed his specific tackle sports. As the NFL season unfolds, only time will tell if Barkley’s endorsements ring true. Until then, all eyes can be on the Patriots, the Falcons, and the ripples from that surprising 0-24 record.

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