Atlanta Falcons: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Tua Tagovailoa News / EssentiallySports / August 27

Falcons OC Tommy Rees Refuses to Commit to Michael Penix Jr or Tua Tagovailoa as QB Battle Rages On

The Atlanta Falcons are entering the final stretch of their preseason schedule with maximum intensity. Every single practice repetition carries immense weight as the franchise attempts to solidify its offensive depth chart in Flowery Branch.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 26

Falcons' QB1 battle open despite Michael Penix Jr. sitting out preseason

Michael Penix Jr. is still in contention to start at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their season opener despite missing the entire preseason as he recovers from an ACL tear, Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski said on Wednesday.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26

Falcons Still Deciding On QB1; Michael Penix Jr. Expects To Be Ready For Opener

Last Saturday, nine months after he suffered a partially torn ACL, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. received clearance to participate in team drills in practice.

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Falcons Might Enter Steelers Showdown Still Unsure Who Their Starting QB Will Be

The Pittsburgh Steelers have one more preseason game set for Thursday night in Buffalo. However, that doesn’t mean fans aren’t already looking ahead to Week 1 of the regular season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 26

Stefanski explains surprising Penix Jr., Tagovailoa decision

Kevin Stefanski explains surprising Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision for preseason finale

Stefanski surprised many when he revealed his quarterback plans for the team's final preseason game.

Steelers' Will Howard suddenly linked to AFC foe as cutdown day nears

Return of Action Jackson? Lamar Jackson to rely on his speed again

More intel about how Shedeur Sanders lost Browns' QB battle emerges

Analyzing the many assets the Browns invested in the NFL's saddest QB room

Upgrade/Downgrade: Ranking projected 2026 NFL Week 1 QB changes

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / August 26

Report: Michael Penix Jr. will not play in Falcons final preseason game

According to Tori McElhaney, Michael Penix Jr. will not play in the Falcons final preseason contest on Friday against the Dolphins. Tua Tagovailoa will start, with Cooper Rush and Jack Strand coming in afterwards.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 26

Falcons OC hints people may be split on Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision

First-year Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski seems to be seriously considering naming 2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr. the team's Week 1 starting quarterback.

Kevin Stefanski: Expect to see Falcons starters in preseason finale

Falcons seem to be considering surprising Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision

Latest On Falcons’ QB Competition

The 'Last QB debut win by NFL team' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 26

Atlanta Falcons Address Glaring Need in Latest NFL Mock Draft from ESPN

Things can change quickly in a year. The Atlanta Falcons used two first-round draft picks on edge rushers in 2025, and the early returns were good. Jalon

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 26

Falcons Rookie Suddenly Emerging as Key Piece of Defense

FLOWERY BRANCH – Less than three weeks remain until the Atlanta Falcons travel to Pittsburgh for Week 1, and several questions are still hovering over this team.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 26

What has been the second most important storyline of the Falcons preseason?

The top storyline surrounding the Falcons as Week 1 approaches has been the same one that’s followed this franchise ever since Matt Ryan departed. Who’s going to start under center, and can he be the guy who leads this organization for the foreseeable future?

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 25

Defense Steals Show as Competition Intensifies in Falcons Training Camp

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition continued to take shape Tuesday, but it was the defense that stole the spotlight during the team's second-to-last practice before Friday's preseason finale.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 25

Inside Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.’s First Days Back at Full Speed

For the first time all offseason, Michael Penix Jr. is a full participant in Flowery Branch as the Atlanta Falcons prepare for the 2026 NFL season. The third-year quarterback was cleared for 11-on-11 activity after a partially torn left ACL cut his 2025 season short at nine games.

Jack Strand News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 25

Falcons Got Glimpse of QB Jack Strand's Character Before Signing Him as UDFA

College football is in a weird place right now with players jumping from team to team, heck, from the NFL to college, on the regular. Atlanta Falcons quarterback Jack Strand is one of the rare players who didn't immediately take the opportunity to move to a bigger program when the chances arrived.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 25

Latest On Falcons’ QB Competition

The Falcons have an ongoing QB battle in camp between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. that remains undecided a few weeks out from Week 1. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport appeared on an episode of The Insiders and talked about Atlanta’s competition for QB1.

Tyler Goodson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 25

Falcons RB Tyler Goodson Makes Statement vs. Ex-Colts Team

ATLANTA — Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Goodson entered Saturday’s preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts looking to make an impression against his former team.

Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Falcons Coach Gives New Update on Quarterback Situation

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa will share first-team practice snaps this week as the team’s quarterback situation finally moves into a true evaluation phase.

Jack Strand News / SportsTalkATL / August 25

NFL pundit has a spicy take on Jack Strand, Falcons QB competition

Jack Strand mania is ripping through Atlanta right now after his flawless performance Saturday against the Colts — one that saw him account for 239 yards of offense and two scores while showing off a cannon for an arm and unique mobility for a quarterback who stands an astounding 6-foot-5, 240 pounds.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 25

Falcons seem to be considering surprising QB decision

Falcons seem to be considering surprising Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision

Free-agent signing Tua Tagovailoa seemed for months to be the favorite to emerge as the Atlanta Falcons' Week 1 starting quarterback.

Offseason In Review: Atlanta Falcons

Three things to know about Falcons undrafted rookie QB Jack Strand: The engineering physics graduate making noise in preseason

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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 24

Kevin Stefanski on Jack Strand and the Falcons QB competition

It is rightfully Jack Strand mania following his performance against the Colts in the Falcons’ second preseason game — one that saw him total 239 yards of offense with a couple of touchdowns and no turnovers.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 23

Offseason In Review: Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons have not finished above .500 in a season or earned a playoff berth since Matt Ryan quarterbacked them to a 10-6 record in 2017. Nine years later, hoping Ryan possesses the acumen to run a front office, owner Arthur Blank coaxed the one-time NFL MVP out of the CBS studio with a freshly created position: president of football.