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Kyle Pitts: It’d Be “Dope” To Play Under Kevin Stefanski

Kyle Pitts has an opportunity to parlay his career year into a lucrative contract, opening the door for him to play elsewhere in 2026. However, the impending free agent tight end is intrigued by the opportunity to continue his Falcons career playing under new leadership.

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Key Dates and Deadline for the Atlanta Falcons 2026 Offseason

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have reached the 2026 offseason, but there will be no days off for a team that flipped its front office and coaching staff around. Matt Ryan, the Falcons’ new president of football, will lead a team featuring several new faces in the organization, headlined by a new general manager.

Dwayne Ledford News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 26

Falcons OL Coach Dwayne Ledford Considered Strong Candidate To Join Ravens’ Staff

Per Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, Falcons run game coordinator/OL coach Dwayne Ledford is considered a strong candidate to join new Ravens HC Jesse Minter’s offensive staff. Atlanta decided to move forward with OL coach Bill Callahan on new HC Kevin Stefanski’s staff, making Ledford available.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26

Every Key Falcons Player Heading Into a Contract Year in 2026

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a consequential offseason after turning over their coaching staff and front office. Kevin Stefanski is set to take over

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 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26

Former Atlanta Falcons Playing in Super Bowl 60

The Atlanta Falcons won’t be competing in the Super Bowl this year, but the fans have some familiar faces they can choose to root for. Four former Falcons

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.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / January 26

Falcons hire Bob Quinn as advisor to Kevin Stefanski

The Atlanta Falcons announced three new hires and three returning assistant coaches on Monday. The newcomers are special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman, wide receivers coach Robert Prince and Bob Quinn, a former Detroit Lions general manager who will serve as a senior advisor to new head coach Kevin Stefanski.

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 26

Falcons retain massive piece of defensive staff

When the Falcons decided to retain defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, the expectation was that most of the defensive staff would return. However, one name worth monitoring closely was defensive line coach Nate Ollie, who could have conceivably been in line for a promotion elsewhere.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26

Falcons Announce Several Staff Additions, Including Some Critical Retentions

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are in the midst of turnover after installing Kevin Stefanski as their new head coach, but Monday brought more additions.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26

Falcons Hire Craig Aukerman As Special Teams Coordinator

The Falcons have made another notable hire as Kevin Stefanski fills out his initial staff. Atlanta has brought in Craig Aukerman as special teams coordinator, per a team announcement.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 26

Falcons name Craig Aukerman Special Teams Coordinator

The Falcons have finalized their three biggest coordinator hires, naming Craig Aukerman as special teams coordinator to replace Marquice Williams. Aukerman comes over from Miami, where he served in the same role.

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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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 26

Falcons Hire Dolphins ST Coordinator Craig Aukerman In Same Role

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have hired Dolphins ST coordinator Craig Aukerman as their ST coordinator under new HC Kevin Stefanski. Aukerman, 49, began his coaching career at Findlay as a WRs coach.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26

Free Agents Who Fill the Falcons’ Wide Receiver Needs

The Atlanta Falcons are entering what will prove to be a crucial offseason. After cleaning house, they hired Kevin Stefanski and are still finalizing their next general manager.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 25

NFL Reporter Destroys Narrative That Kevin Stefanski Failed His QBs in Cleveland

The Atlanta Falcons officially hired Kevin Stefanski a week ago, and the opinions on the decision have been piling on – with some more informed than others.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / January 23

Ian Cunningham Favorite For Falcons’ GM Position?

The Falcons announced the completion of general manager interviews for four candidates today as the team seeks a total reload of team leadership this offseason.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Falcons Complete Two More GM Interviews

The Atlanta Falcons announced completed interviews with Eagles senior personnel director Joe Douglas and Chiefs assistant GM Mike Bradway on Friday for

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 23

Key Atlanta Falcons Exec Set to Join Jeff Hafley, Miami Dolphins

Former Atlanta Falcons assistant general manager Kyle Smith has reportedly agreed to join the Miami Dolphins with the same title. This report first came from NFL insider Tom Pelissero on Friday evening. Smith got his start with the Washington Commanders in 2011 as a scout.

Kyle Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Dolphins Hiring Kyle Smith As Assistant GM

Tom Pelissero NFL Media reports that the Dolphins are hiring Kyle Smith as their assistant GM to new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan. Smith will hold the same title in Miami as the one he had with the Falcons. You can expect more moves from the Dolphins front office, as they make build out the new regime.