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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 17
Kevin Stefanski lands Falcons job, gets to prove he wasn't problem in Cleveland
The Atlanta Falcons have their new head coach, and it is a two-time NFL coach of the year.
NFL News / LWOSports.com / January 17
Why Mike McDaniel Should be the Next Atlanta Falcons Head Coach
John Harbaugh is set to sign a 5-year, ~$100 million contract to become the New York Giants next head coach, making him one of the highest paid coaches in the NFL.
The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least one 4,000-passing-yard season on their resume can you name in 10 minutes?
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.
Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?
Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 17
Falcons pinpoint favorite in coaching search by moving up second interview
The Atlanta Falcons may have landed on a favorite for their opening at head coach.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 17
Atlanta Falcons Rush to Bring in First Coach for Second Interview ahead of Titans
The Atlanta Falcons are set to begin their second round of head coach interviews on Saturday. The first coach to get a second interview? Two-time NFL Coach of the Year Kevin Stefanski, most recently of the Cleveland Browns.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 17
Matt Ryan Reflects on 2008 as He Takes Control of Falcons’ Future
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons officially installed Matt Ryan as its inaugural president of football earlier this week. After signing his contract
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.
Antonio Pierce News / Field Level Media / January 16
Falcons interview Antonio Pierce for coaching vacancy
Former Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce on Friday became the ninth candidate to interview for the Atlanta Falcons' head coaching vacancy. Currently an NFL studio analyst for CBS, Pierce joined the Raiders' staff in 2022 as linebackers coach, then served as interim head coach in 2023 before becoming head coach 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.
Joe Brady News / Pro Football Rumors / January 16
Falcons Schedule Joe Brady HC Interview
Joe Brady will attempt to help the Bills to a second straight AFC championship game Saturday. On Sunday, two head coach interviews await the Buffalo offensive coordinator.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16
With Harbaugh in NY, Stefanski becomes new favorite for the Falcons head coach job
John Harbaugh is expected to become the next head coach of the New York Giants, which means several teams — including the Atlanta Falcons — will be moving on to other candidates.
John Harbaugh News / Total Pro Sports / January 16
Atlanta Falcons Reportedly Have New Top Target For Head Coaching Job After Losing Out On John Harbaugh
The Atlanta Falcons missed out on a big coaching target this week. John Harbaugh chose to take the New York Giants job, forcing Atlanta to move on quickly.
Bijan Robinson News / Pro Football Rumors / January 16
Eagles Arrange Zac Robinson OC Interview
Zac Robinson drew extensive OC interest during the 2024 hiring period, but the Falcons are overhauling their football operation after firing Raheem Morris.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 16
Eagles Interviewing Falcons OC Zac Robinson For Same Role
According to Adam Schefter, the Eagles are interviewing Falcons OC Zac Robinson for their offensive coordinator vacancy on Friday. This marks Robinson’s
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 16
NFL’s most trusted insider names Falcons top targets for head coach and GM
The NFL’s most trusted insider has spoken, and the Falcons appear to now have clear frontrunners for their vacant head coach and GM positions. Now, if you think this is a joke because Rickey is a dog, you’re not online enough — and that’s probably a good thing.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 16
NFL insider: Falcons could be deciding between to two head coaching candidates
With John Harbaugh off the market, there hasn’t been much clarity on who sits at the top of the Falcons’ wish list. However, Josina Anderson is reporting that the search may already be down to just two candidates — one from the offensive side of the ball and one from the defensive side.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 16
Falcons Believe They’re Close But One Thing Still Holds Them Back
The Atlanta Falcons feel like they are close to competing. If you don’t think so, just ask them. “We have a lot of good, solid players and good people on this team, good players, and we can win football games, and we're going to win football games,” long-snapper Liam McCullough said after the season finished.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / January 15
Falcons Prefer To Hire HC Before GM
The Falcons have a new president of football in Matt Ryan, who landed the job on Jan. 10 despite a lack of front office experience. The former Falcons and Colts quarterback and ex-CBS analyst immediately took on the task of finding a new general manager and head coach for Atlanta.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 14
Falcons quarterbacks coach hired by the Commanders
According to Adam Schefter, Falcons quarterbacks coach D.J. Williams is being hired by the Commanders to take over the same position. Williams began his coaching career with the Saints back in 2019, where he served as an offensive assistant through 2023.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14
NFC Notes: Ejiro Evero, Matt Ryan, Arthur Blank, Falcons, Panthers
The Falcons brought back Matt Ryan as their new president of football. Ryan said he has a sense of “unfinished business” after leading Atlanta to the Super Bowl but falling short to the Patriots in 2017. “My mission since I was drafted has never changed,” Ryan said, via Josh Kendall of The Athletic.
Kirk Cousins News / The Spun / January 14
Kirk Cousins Lands New Job For The NFL Playoffs
Kirk Cousins won't be competing in the NFL playoffs when the divisional round begins, but fans will get to see him in the spotlight this weekend. Despite not being the Week 1 starter for the Atlanta Falcons, Cousins eventually took over the first-string offense because Michael Penix Jr.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 14
What Matt Ryan wants in Falcons' next head coach amid pursuit of John Harbaugh
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank hit a figurative reset button when he fired former head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot shortly after the club's 2025 season wrapped up.
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