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Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21
Falcons are making a quarterback change ahead of Week 3
The Atlanta Falcons have seen enough out of Cooper Rush. Atlanta announced in a post to social media on Monday that they have named Michael Penix Jr. as their new starting quarterback.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21
Falcons Name Michael Penix Jr. Week 3 Starting QB
Earlier today, Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said a decision on the team’s starting quarterback would be made in short order. Atlanta’s setup atop the depth chart is indeed now known.
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?
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.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 21
Falcons' Week 2 Snap Counts Reveal Problems on Both Sides of the Ball
The Atlanta Falcons' 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers was a complete team failure, and the Week 2 snap counts help illustrate why Atlanta is now 0-2 heading into Week 3.
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.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 21
Falcons Land Major QB Update Before Week 3 Packers Game
The Atlanta Falcons expect quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to be available Thursday night when they visit the Green Bay Packers, ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter said Monday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 21
Falcons staying mum on QB front with Thursday game looming
The Atlanta Falcons don't have much time to figure out their shaky quarterback situation with a Thursday game at the Green Bay Packers looming this week.
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.
Michael Penix Jr. News / TWSN / September 21
Atlanta Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. Plan Becomes Clear Before Week 3
After falling to 0-2 to start the 2026 NFL season and optimism quickly fading with the lackluster quarterback play, the Atlanta Falcons need something to hang onto already if they want any hope to keep motivation high for the team.
Drake London News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
What Falcons’ Drake London said about calling out ‘disrespectful’ fan during Panthers debacle
The Atlanta Falcons suffered a terrible loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 2, and there’s no doubt that emotions were high during the game. At one point, cameras caught Drake London going back and forth with what was assumed to be someone in the crowd.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Falcons fan tries to lip-read Bijan Robinson-Drake London exchange as Atlanta got embarrassed by Panthers
The Atlanta Falcons got fried on Sunday, losing their Week 2 contest 34-3 to the Carolina Panthers. During the matchup, there was a moment when cameras caught Bijan Robinson and Drake London in a conversation on the sideline.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Panthers' Dave Canales explains mindset of QB Bryce Young amid uncertainty
Young played well over his first two starts of the 2026 season after the Panthers elected to not sign him to a contract extension ahead of the campaign.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 21
Falcons QB Play Raises Questions About Michael Penix Jr.’s Return
The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback situation remains one of the biggest storylines heading into a short week, and Sunday’s loss to the Carolina Panthers only intensified the attention surrounding Michael Penix Jr.’s potential return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 21
Falcons Winners and Losers after Disastrous Showing vs. Panthers
The Atlanta Falcons suffered a brutal 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, dropping to 0-2 to start the 2026 season. The Falcons struggled to
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski stating obvious means Michael Penix Jr. can’t come back any sooner
The Atlanta Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski is running out of patience with his team after a 34-3 home loss to the Carolina Panthers that saw critics like Robert Griffin III blasting Cooper Rush and discussing a possible return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 20
Falcons will be in national spotlight after nightmare start
The Atlanta Falcons have an exciting list of elite players on offense. The problem is the fact that the team doesn't have a quarterback to get them the ball.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 20
NFL Week 2 lowlights: Atlanta's 'boo birds,' shaky Aaron Rodgers and more
Another weekend of NFL action is in the books, and we're back with another installment looking back at the top lowlights from Sunday's action.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 20
Falcons Players React to Boos from Hometown Fans
ATLANTA – The Atlanta Falcons were embarrassed by the Carolina Panthers in Week 2, their fourth straight loss to their division rivals. Cooper Rush and the offense struggled again, managing just three points in the lopsided 31-point loss.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Falcons QBs ‘stinking it up’ has Robert Griffin III wondering why he, Cam Newton are out of NFL
The Atlanta Falcons quarterback situation is a mess. Michael Penix Jr. is probably the man that the team wants under center, but he has yet to fully return from a torn ACL.
Bijan Robinson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Bijan Robinson reacts to Falcons getting booed off field during dreadful Panthers loss
Coach Kevin Stefanski’s Atlanta Falcons were thoroughly embarrassed at home against the Carolina Panthers, 34-3 in a game that led to Cooper Rush’s benching.
Drake London News / Total Pro Sports / September 20
Drake London Was Ready To Fight Someone On The Falcons Sideline
Drake London did not need a press conference to explain how this home opener felt. FOX caught him on the Falcons sideline in the third quarter, pointing and talking through clenched teeth while Carolina led 27-3.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 20
Falcons bench struggling Cooper Rush for undrafted rookie Jack Strand vs. Panthers
Atlanta Falcons fans began calling for Strand in Week 2 against the Carolina Panthers. The team gave them what they wanted.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 20
Bryce Young continues career dominance of Falcons in Week 2 blowout
Young has struggled to put together strong seasons on a consistent basis. There is one team, though, that he's found excellent success against.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Atlanta Falcons Announce 2 QB Moves Before Panthers Game
The Atlanta Falcons entered Sunday’s Week 2 home game against the Carolina Panthers already navigating a crowded and unsettled quarterback picture, and the official inactive list confirmed that neither of the two names most associated with the position would take a snap.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 20
Info emerges on Falcons' plans for Tua Tagovailoa
Tagovailoa's future has quickly become a point of speculation.
Zach Harrison News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 19
Falcons Elevate DL Zach Harrison To Active Roster
The Atlanta Falcons announced Saturday that they’ve elevated DL Zach Harrison to their active roster for Week 2’s game against the Panthers. Harrison, 24, was named First-team All-Big Ten for Ohio State in 2022. The Falcons drafted him in the third round with the No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Steelers announce Joey Porter Jr.'s status for Week 2 game vs. Patriots
The Pittsburgh Steelers soap opera with Joey Porter Jr. reached its next act on Friday afternoon when the team officially ruled the cornerback out for their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 18
Falcons reportedly make Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr. decision for Panthers game
It turns out the Falcons' actual quarterback situation was far less interesting than some had hoped.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
49ers' Mac Jones linked to two desperate trade destinations
The San Francisco 49ers have a great problem on their hands right now.
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