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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8
Matt Ryan Non-Committal On Michael Penix Jr.’s Status As Falcons’ QB1; Latest On Kirk Cousins’ Future
The Falcons have a new collection of decision-makers in place in the form of president of football Matt Ryan , general manager Ian Cunningham , and head coach Kevin Stefanski .
Atlanta Falcons News / The SportsRush / February 8
James Pearce Jr. News: Concerning Scout Reports on the Falcons Rookie Emerge Following Battery Arrest
James Pearce Jr. was arrested on Saturday in connection with an alleged domestic dispute. According to law enforcement, the Atlanta Falcons’ pass rusher got into an altercation with Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson, intentionally ramming his Lamborghini into her vehicle multiple times.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 8
Falcons address concerning allegations against James Pearce Jr.
Atlanta Falcons rookie pass rusher James Pearce Jr. is facing serious allegations after an incident in Florida.
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.
The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz
How many of the head coaches can you name from each Super Bowl since Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 8
Who are the Atlanta Falcons Set to Become Free Agents In 2026?
FLOWERY BRANCH – The 2025 NFL season has officially come to an end, and the Atlanta Falcons are in the thick of their offseason preparations. Aside from
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.
The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl
Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.
Atlanta Falcons News / LWOSports.com / February 8
5 Prospects the Atlanta Falcons Should Target at No. 48 in the 2026 NFL Draft
James Pearce Jr., Xavier Watts, Jalon Walker and Billy Bowman Jr. highlight the Atlanta Falcons 2025 NFL draft class. Immediate impact players are hard to come by in the NFL draft, but the Falcons found four starters with their first four selections.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 8
Atlanta Falcons Part Ways with Former Chicago Bears GM
With the news that Atlanta Falcons rookie edge rusher James Pearce Jr. was arrested on multiple charges, breaking on Saturday evening, a move in the Falcons' front office slid under the radar a bit.
Kirk Cousins News / Athlon Sports / February 8
Kirk Cousins' 3 Options Ahead of Reported Falcons Release
The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly planning to release Kirk Cousins by mid-March. What he does after that remains a big question mark. The Falcons' expected decision to part ways with Cousins comes after the two sides agreed last month to alter the final two years of the four-year, $180 million deal he signed with the team in 2024.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 7
Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. arrested for aggravated battery
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested Saturday in Florida on two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and one count each of aggravated stalking and fleeing or eluding police with lights or siren, via WPLG Local 10 News.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 7
Falcons OLB James Pearce Jr. Arrested
Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. was arrested on Saturday in Doral, Florida and booked in the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center. Booking records indicate Pearce faces two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Kirk Cousins News / Field Level Media / February 7
Report: Falcons to cut Kirk Cousins before new league year
Kirk Cousins soon will get to decide where he wants to play in 2026 -- or whether he wants to play at all -- as the Atlanta Falcons are expected to part ways with the veteran quarterback before the new league year begins in mid-March, ESPN reported Saturday.
Ryan Pace News / Total Apex Sports / February 7
Ryan Pace Parts Ways with Atlanta Falcons Following Staff Overhaul
Ryan Pace, the Atlanta Falcons’ vice president of football operations/player personnel, has left the organization, sources confirmed on Saturday. This move marks the latest shift in Atlanta’s front office following a disappointing end to the 2025 season.
Kirk Cousins News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8
Kirk Cousins has been linked to a surprising team
Cousins is finally expected to get his wish and land on a new team in 2026. His landing spot may bring him back to one of his former coaches.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 6
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Shares Clear Opinion of Matt Ryan
The Atlanta Falcons are going to be under new leadership going into the 2026 season. The team has issued several new faces including general manager Ian Cunningham and head coach Kevin Stefanski.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 7
Kirk Cousins sends message to Falcons, other teams for 2026 season
Over what could go down as the final seven starts of his Atlanta tenure, Cousins went 5-2 and recorded 10 touchdown passes with five interceptions.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 5
Falcons’ Matt Ryan sounds off on equity in free agent, NFL Draft decisions after new GM hire
The emphasis on structure and accountability within the Atlanta Falcons came into clear focus Thursday as the organization clarified how decision-making will operate under its new leadership group.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 3
Ian Cunningham hints at Falcons acquiring more draft picks
Former Falcons GM Terry Fontenot didn’t leave the cupboard bare in terms of roster talent. In fact, his 2025 draft class was a masterpiece, producing four immediate contributors in Jalon Walker, Billy Bowman, James Pearce Jr., and Xavier Watts — with Pearce and Watts already trending toward becoming All-Pro caliber players.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3
Bijan Robinson gives his honest take on the Falcons' Kevin Stefanski hire
Kevin Stefanski is just starting a new coaching journey in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, but he’s already gotten the approval of one of the team’s top players.
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