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Atlanta Falcons Send LB to Injured Reserve, Sign Possible Replacement

The Atlanta Falcons (3-3) face off against the Miami Dolphins (1-6) in Week 8 on Sunday. Ahead of the matchup, the team announced a series of roster moves on Saturday.

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Falcons place LB Divine Deablo on IR amid impressive season

Linebacker Divine Deablo has been superb in his first season with the Atlanta Falcons, but the team will go without him for the foreseeable future.

Kirk Cousins likely to start for Falcons on anniversary of famous moment

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Drake London News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Falcons Announce Drake London News Before Dolphins Game

The Atlanta Falcons are currently preparing for their upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Atlanta is looking to bounce back after a frustrating 20-10 loss against the San Francisco 49ers that dropped their record to 3-3 on the 2025 NFL season.

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.

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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.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 25

One Stat That Alters Narrative of Falcons vs Dolphins

While many statistics proclaim how explosive the Atlanta Falcons are on offense, one particular stat tells a different story. While statistics can be manipulated and spun to fit a narrative, Atlanta cannot escape one fact: the team will rack up yardage but struggle to convert it into points.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Falcons place starting linebacker on IR

The Atlanta Falcons might be the hardest team in the NFL to figure out. You just don’t know what team you are going to get on any given Sunday. A 30-0 blowout loss to the Carolina Panthers was responded to with two consecutive wins against the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

Falcons Place LB Divine Deablo On IR, Elevate QB Easton Stick

Per the wire, the Falcons placed LB Divine Deablo on injured reserve on Saturday. The team also elevated QB Easton Stick as their backup for Week 8. Deablo, 27, was a third-round pick by the Raiders out of Virginia Tech in the 2021 draft.

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 25

Falcons 'highly likely' to start Cousins amid Penix Jr. injury

Falcons 'highly likely' to start Kirk Cousins amid Michael Penix Jr. injury

Cousins hasn’t made a start since the Falcons benched him for Penix Jr. in mid-December last season.

Falcons, Dolphins search for much-needed win in Week 8

Falcons' Bijan Robinson calls certain talk 'dead' after loss to 49ers

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Zach Harrison News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 25

Zach Harrison Is Quietly Powering the Falcons’ Defensive Revival

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons have enjoyed one of the biggest defensive turnarounds in the NFL, and several players have played a critical role in that.

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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.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

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Kirk Cousins News / Field Level Media / October 25

Report: Falcons 'highly likely' to start QB Kirk Cousins vs. Dolphins

Kirk Cousins is "highly likely" to start for the Falcons against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday with Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix recovering from a bone bruise to his left knee, ESPN reported on Saturday.

Kirk Cousins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins Expected To Start In Week 8

Adam Schefter reports that veteran QB Kirk Cousins is currently expected to start in Week 8 as Michael Penix Jr. recovers from a bone bruise in his knee.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 25

Kirk Cousins likely to start for Falcons on anniversary of famous moment

Cousins is in line to start a game for the first time since midway through the 2024 season, and the veteran will do so on a very fitting day.

Falcons' Bijan Robinson calls certain talk 'dead' after loss to 49ers

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Michael Penix Jr. News / Field Level Media / October 24

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) questionable for Dolphins

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is questionable with a bruised left knee for Sunday's home game against the Miami Dolphins. Penix was a limited practice participant for the third straight day on Friday.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 23

What will the Falcons do at the NFL trade deadline?

The NFL trade deadline is a little over a week away, and the Falcons are a sneaky team to watch, as both potential buyers and sellers. On the selling side, Atlanta could look to flip some of its expiring contracts for extra draft capital, such as Arnold Ebiketie.