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Sean Payton News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 15
Sean Payton Still Taking Shots at Atlanta Falcons
ATLANTA, GA - You can take the coach out of New Orleans, but you can't take New Orleans out of the coach. Former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton returned to Mercedes-Benz Stadium to face the Atlanta Falcons as the head coach of the Denver Broncos in the AFC West.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Stadium Rant / August 15
Tua Tagovailoa Falcons Debut Gives Atlanta Plenty To Worry About
The Tua Tagovailoa Falcons debut could hardly have gone worse. The veteran quarterback managed just 22 passing yards and lost a fumble in the Atlanta Falcons’ 27-7 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos.
Atlanta Falcons News / TWSN / August 15
The Atlanta Falcons' 2026 Season Is Already Over
Calling a season over for a team based on just one week of preseason action and before Week 1 even takes place is typically an overreaction. For the Atlanta Falcons, though, the warning signs have become too great to ignore.
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.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 15
2 Winners, 2 Losers From Falcons Preseason Loss to Broncos
ATLANTA – The Denver Broncos cruised to a dominant 27-7 win over the Atlanta Falcons during the first week of preseason action, and there were not a whole lot of positives to take from the dismal performance. It was an ugly first half in Atlanta, with the Falcons trailing the Broncos 24-0.
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.
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.
NFL suspends Atlanta Falcons star James Pearce Jr. following alleged Rickea Jackson incident
James Pearce Jr. has received a lengthy suspension from the NFL, stemming from his alleged domestic dispute with ex-girlfriend and WNBA star, Rickea Jackson.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
Jarrett Stidham may have secured Broncos' backup QB job
With Bo Nix resting and entrenched as the face of the Denver Broncos' franchise, Jarrett Stidham got the start against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday night.
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.
Sean Payton News / Yardbarker / August 14
Sean Payton proves NFC South rivalry still lives on with shot at Falcons fans
When it comes to the fierceness of their rivalries, the NFC South does not always get the same level of hype or respect as some other divisions in the NFL. When you think of brutal, intense rivalries or the historic rivalries, your mind probably goes to the NFC East, NFC North, AFC North or even the AFC West.
Atlanta Falcons News / EssentiallySports / August 14
Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. Suffers Over Six-Figure Financial Loss After NFL’s Eight-Game Suspension
It’s been almost six months since James Pearce Jr.’s arrest. On Friday, the Atlanta Falcons defensive end finally learned the exact price of that arrest, thanks to an eight-game suspension stripping him of well over six figures in salary.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
Falcons' QB situation looks bleak after Tua Tagovailoa's performance vs. Broncos
The Atlanta Falcons brought in quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this offseason as an insurance plan for Michael Penix Jr., who the team planned on being the franchise signal-caller.
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 / TWSN / August 14
Atlanta Falcons Get a Terrible James Pearce Jr Update
The Atlanta Falcons will begin the 2026 season without one of their most productive young defensive players. Atlanta already lost pass rusher Jalon Walker to a torn ACL injury during training camp.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14
Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons
Even without starting quarterback Bo Nix playing, the Denver Broncos were hoping to get off to a fast start on Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons. Courtland Sutton helped the Broncos accomplish that goal in his short amount of time on the field.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / August 14
James Pearce Punishment Carries $6 Million Falcons Penalty
The Atlanta Falcons entered the 2026 season with high hopes for their young pass rush, but a pair of absences has forced the franchise to confront a difficult new reality.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. gets significant suspension from NFL
Atlanta Falcons edge-rusher James Pearce Jr. has received a significant suspension from the NFL stemming from his offseason arrest.
James Pearce Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14
Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Handed Eight-Game Suspension
The NFL has acted on the James Pearce Jr. matter. Pearce’s offseason arrest will produce an eight-game suspension, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Pearce will not appeal the ban, according to The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones and Josh Kendall.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14
QB Tua Tagovailoa To Start Falcons’ Preseason Opener
The Falcons will begin their preseason tonight. Tua Tagovailoa is set to handle starting duties for the game, although it is not yet clear if he will get the nod at the onset of the regular season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 13
Why you should be a believer in the Falcons
Could the Falcons claim a NFC South title this season?
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 13
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 12
Changing Times: Falcons starters to play in preseason opener
One of the more frustrating aspects of the previous two Falcons coaching staffs was that they absolutely refused to play their starters in the preseason, specifically the quarterbacks.
Atlanta Falcons News / Anubis Sports / August 12
Atlanta Falcons’ Quarterback Room Provides More Questions Than Answers
This week, 30 out of 32 NFL teams are preparing to play their first preseason game of 2026. For the Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback room, this week is the first opportunity to show head coach Kevin Stefanski who should be leading the offense this season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10
Todd Monken needs to keep job in mind when naming Browns' starting QB
Even in their first training camp in life without Myles Garrett, there's one question looming over the Cleveland Browns more than any other.
Ian Rapoport News / SportsTalkATL / August 10
Ian Rapoport says the obvious about the Falcons quarterback battle
The Falcons brought in Tua Tagovailoa during the offseason for a couple of reasons: insurance for Michael Penix Jr., who’s coming off the third ACL injury of his career, and legitimate competition.
Jalon Walker News / Yardbarker / August 5
Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for promising Falcons second-year LB Jalon Walker
Walker flashed franchise cornerstone potential after the Falcons selected the former Georgia Bulldogs standout with pick No. 15 in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / August 5
Bijan Robinson reveals 'dream' after signing extension with Falcons
Robinson agreed to a three-year, $75M contract extension that included $51M guaranteed and made him the NFL's highest-paid running back.
Jalon Walker News / Yardbarker / August 4
Falcons hit with brutal injury to key defender at training camp
Just as the Atlanta Falcons solved one problem, another emerges.
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