Atlanta Falcons: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 6

ESPN completely disrespects Falcons in latest power rankings

It’s not often I come on here and call other networks’ content dumb, but this is hands down the dumbest thing I’ve ever seen published by a major network, and it’s hard to think of a close second.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?

The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The '800-receiving-yard running backs' quiz

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

C.J. Henderson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 6

Former Jaguars Top 10 Pick Finally Seeing His Work Pay Off with Atlanta Falcons

C.J. Henderson has spent the past few seasons trying to find the consistency that made him a top-10 pick in the NFL Draft. On Monday night, he showed the Atlanta Falcons why they believed he could provide it.

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.

Bryce Young News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 2015-16 leading passers by team' quiz

The 'Active 300-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Jessie Bates Shares What’s Change for Atlanta Falcons After Monday Night Football Win

The Atlanta Falcons have started to find their identity, and Jessie Bates III believes the return of Michael Penix Jr. has played a major role. Bates spoke after Atlanta’s 45-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, praising the difference he has seen from the team since the quarterback returned to action.

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 / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Lamar Jackson News / A to Z Sports / October 6

There’s a concerning trend lurking underneath Lamar Jackson’s latest injury update even if the Ravens consider it to be good news

Lamar Jackson’s ankle injury isn’t deemed serious, but there’s still a chance he misses multiple games and it only adds to a growing concern that’s popped up over the last few seasons.

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.

Bijan Robinson News / Lindy's Sports / October 6

Falcons Michael Penix Surge Changes Game for Bijan Robinson

For the second straight week, all eyes were on the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons faced the Saints in New Orleans in a Week 4 matchup against their division rivals.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Falcons’ Cooper Rush may as well be worst QB in NFL given unfathomable jump with Michael Penix Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons have produced one of the NFL’s most stunning quarterback contrasts this season. Cooper Rush fans aren’t going to be happy, though. His numbers under center look increasingly difficult to defend.

Tyler Shough News / Yardbarker / October 6

Tyler Shough shares strong reaction to Saints fans booing team during 'MNF' loss to Falcons

The fact that Monday's matchup commemorated the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina likely made the double-digit loss sting that much more for New Orleans fans.

Kellen Moore assigns blame for Saints' showing in 'MNF' loss to Falcons

Brian Robinson Jr. credits Michael Penix Jr. after Falcons' 'MNF' win over Saints

'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints

The '2024-25 NFL 1K-yard receivers' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 6

The Atlanta Falcons might be the scariest team in football

In just two weeks, the entire narrative surrounding the Atlanta Falcons has flipped on its head, and it’s not too difficult to find the inflection point.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Robert Griffin III News / HITC / October 6

Robert Griffin III highlights Atlanta Falcons star’s ‘surgical aggression’ vs New Orleans Saints

Robert Griffin III has been full of praise for Atlanta Falcons star Michael Penix Jr. after their win over the New Orleans Saints. The Falcons came away with a comfortable 45-24 win at the Caesars Superdome to bring their record up to 2-2 for the season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

Brian Robinson Jr. credits Penix after Falcons' 'MNF' win over Saints

Brian Robinson Jr. credits Michael Penix Jr. after Falcons' 'MNF' win over Saints

The Falcons notched a relatively easy 45-24 win that improved them to 2-2, and that could be viewed as a warning for the rest of the NFL regarding how the Atlanta offense can play with Penix serving as its starting QB.

'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints

Kellen Moore assigns blame for Saints' showing in 'MNF' loss to Falcons

The 'Most yards without a TD' quiz

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The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

Kellen Moore assigns blame for Saints' showing in 'MNF' loss to Falcons

The Falcons spoiled the Saints' fun by notching a 45-24 blowout win that dropped New Orleans to 1-3 on the season.

'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

Skip Bayless News / HITC / October 6

Skip Bayless says one Atlanta Falcons star is in contention for ‘greatest running back ever’

The Atlanta Falcons were back in NFL action on Monday, taking on the New Orleans Saints and securing a comfortable victory. After going 0-2 in the opening stages of the 2026/27 season, they have managed to win their following two matches to bring their record back into the positive.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 6

NFC South Race Week Four Update: Who’s In The Lead?

The Atlanta Falcons head into New Orleans for Monday Night Football. They came off an impressive Thursday Night Football performance. Michael Penix Jr.‘s return proved to be just what the Falcons needed to get the ball rolling.

Micah Parsons News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Micah Parsons Doesn’t Hold Back on Falcons’ $54 Million Bust

Micah Parsons is still sidelined, but he spent Monday night doing what a lot of frustrated Atlanta Falcons fans have been doing: watching Kyle Pitts barely get the ball.

Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / October 6

'MNF' takeaways: Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming'

'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints

The Atlanta Falcons entered a tough road environment on "Monday Night Football" and came away with a statement 45-24 win over the division rival New Orleans Saints.

Saints WR Jordyn Tyson still weeks away from debut

Bears player suddenly retires a day after playing his final game

Aidan Hutchinson says quiet part out loud about Lions' problems

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' wife, Brittany, mocks Raiders HC

Top rookie performers from NFL Week 4

Three winners, three losers from a wild Week 4

Tua Tagovailoa News / Athlon Sports / October 5

What Happened to Tua Tagovailoa? Why Falcons QB Is Not Starting vs Saints

The Atlanta Falcons will face the New Orleans Saints on “Monday Night Football” without Tua Tagovailoa as their starting quarterback for the fourth straight game.

Maason Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Falcons Player's Mom Making Major Saints Sacrifice for Monday Night Football

Maason Smith grew up in Louisiana. His mother grew up rooting for the New Orleans Saints. Something has to give Monday night. Smith returns home when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Saints at Caesars Superdome, and the Falcons defensive tackle will have plenty of family and friends watching one of the most meaningful games of his NFL career.