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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18
NFC Notes: Ray-Ray McCloud, Spencer Rattler, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
Falcons WR Ray-Ray McCloud is set to be a healthy scratch for a second straight game. Atlanta HC Raheem Morris explained that he sent him home from Friday’s practice: “I sent him home.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
Falcons Active Important Defender Ahead of 49ers Matchup on SNF
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons activated defensive lineman Ta’Quon Graham (calf) from injured reserve on Saturday ahead of their trip west to play the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18
Falcons Make Two Roster Moves For Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons announced Saturday that they’ve activated DL Ta’Quon Graham from injured reserve and placed CB Clark Phillips III on injured reserve for their Week 7 game against the 49ers. Graham, 26, is a former fifth-round pick by the Falcons in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Texas.
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 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz
How many of the NFL players to find the end zone at least 100 total times in their career can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / The Spun / October 18
NFL Head Coach Sends Player Home Before Week 7 Game
When the Atlanta Falcons take the field Sunday night for their showdown with the San Francisco 49ers, they'll be a bit shorthanded at wide receiver. On Friday afternoon, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris told reporters that wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III was "sent home" due to a private matter.
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 most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time
Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.
Dee Alford News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
Dee Alford Turns the Noise Into Fuel as Falcons’ Defense Dominates
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Dee Alford heard every word. Every tweet. Every sports radio segment. A year later, those same critics are quiet because the Atlanta Falcons ’ most unlikely contributor has quietly become one of their biggest defensive weapons.
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 / Pro Football Rumors / October 18
Falcons HC Raheem Morris speaks out after dismissing WR Ray-Ray McCloud from practice
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris sent wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud home from practice on Friday.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
Atlanta Falcons Get Answer on San Francisco 49ers Starting Quarterback
The Atlanta Falcons have a multitude of injuries heading into Sunday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers, including star rookies Jalon Walker and Billy Bowman Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / ESPN / October 17
WR McCloud leaves Falcons for 'private' matter 
The Falcons have sent wide receiver Ray Ray McCloud III home, and he will not play against the 49ers.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
George Kittle News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle Expected to Return vs Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons (3-2) are set to travel to San Francisco in Week 7 for a Sunday Night primetime matchup with the 49ers (4-2). Kittle told the media on Wednesday that he plans to play in Sunday’s matchup against Atlanta. “I fully plan on playing Sunday,” Kittle said during Thursday’s presser.
Darnell Mooney News / Pro Football Talk / October 17
Jake Matthews, Darnell Mooney questionable to play for the Falcons
We'll have to wait until Sunday to find out if Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews will extend his streak of consecutive starts to 184 games. Matthews hurt his ankle in last Monday's win over the Bills and he has been listed as questionable to play against the 49ers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / October 17
Falcons' Raheem Morris sheds some light on Ray-Ray McCloud mystery ahead of Week 7
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud was a healthy scratch in Week 6, which was surprising. On Friday, head coach Raheem Morris offered some details on what's going on.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
Atlanta Falcons Get Answers on Several Starters Ahead of 49ers Matchup
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons are heading west, and looking to lock down a three-game winning streak on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
Jordan Fuller News / Pro Football Rumors / October 16
Falcons designate veteran safety for return from IR
The Falcons will soon be adding some depth to their secondary.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16
Michael Penix Jr. claims Falcons are ‘legit.’ Here’s why he’s 100% right
The Atlanta Falcons have been one of the harder teams to get a read on so far this NFL season, but now their spot in the NFC hierarchy is becoming clearer.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 16
Falcons veteran safety set to return from IR
The Falcons are dealing with several injuries heading into their Week 7 Sunday Night Football matchup with the Bills, but at least one new face will be rejoining the team.
Bijan Robinson News / Gridiron Heroics / October 16
'He Is the Best Player in the NFL': Former NFL Star Aqib Talib Has High Praise for $22 Million RB
The Atlanta Falcons’ Bijan Robinson has been generating significant buzz in the NFL, and former star Aqib Talib has added to the excitement by declaring him the best player in the league.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 16
Atlanta Falcons NFL Trade Deadline Needs
The NFL trade deadline is just a few weeks away, and the expectation around the league is that it will be an active one. “In a copycat league where teams
Richie Grant News / Pro Football Rumors / October 15
Former second-round safety lands with Patriots after disappointing with Falcons
There’s a chance New England pursued Grant because of his starting experience.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 15
Several key pieces featured on Falcons injury report
Short weeks in the NFL are always difficult, especially for players dealing with injuries, and the Falcons have several of them as they prepare for a Sunday Night Football matchup just six days after beating the Bills on Monday Night Football.
Michael Penix Jr. News / A to Z Sports / October 14
Atlanta Falcons give Michael Penix Jr. another weapon, and a defensive upgrade highlights latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft
After the Falcons mortgaged a lot of draft capital to trade back into the end of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to take pass rusher James Pearce Jr., they were left without many draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft class.
Raheem Morris News / Field Level Media / October 14
Falcons OT Jake Matthews (ankle) day-to-day
Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris said on Tuesday that starting left tackle Jake Matthews is day-to-day with a left ankle injury. Matthews hurt the ankle in the third quarter of the Falcons' 24-14 home win over the Buffalo Bills on Monday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Bijan Robinson's record-breaking pace should make him early OPOY favorite over fellow star RB
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson continued his record-breaking pace in a victory over the Buffalo Bills on "Monday Night Football," and his performance so far this season should put him in the driver's seat for OPOY honors.
The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players to lead their NFL teams in touchdown catches can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Falcons HC repeats bold Bijan Robinson take after win over Bills
Robinson produced a superstar performance in Monday night's 24-14 win over the Bills that improved the Falcons to 3-2 on the season.
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