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Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. set for MRI after being knocked out of game vs. Ravens
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will undergo an MRI on his ribs on Monday.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 12
Falcons' Missed Opportunities Prove Costly in Overtime Loss to Ravens
The Atlanta Falcons had several opportunities to put away the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football, but missed chances on offense and costly mistakes on special teams ultimately contributed to a heartbreaking 30-23 overtime loss.
The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz
In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?
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 / SportsTalkATL / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. goes down, as Falcons collapse against Ravens
Back-to-back 21-point blowouts in primetime had Falcons fans feeling different heading into Sunday Night Football against the Ravens. Atlanta walked in 2-0 with Michael Penix Jr.
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.
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.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12
Jokes pour in after Tua Tagovailoa’s disastrous Falcons debut
Tua Tagovailoa’s regular-season debut for the Atlanta Falcons ended in a disaster at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. After Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. shares injury update after Falcons' overtime loss to Ravens
Penix Jr. couldn't finish Atlanta's game against the Ravens in Week 5.
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.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. gives notable update on injury that knocked him out of SNF
Michael Penix Jr. does not think his 2026 season is over just yet. The Atlanta Falcons quarterback got knocked out late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.
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.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Field Level Media / October 12
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. doesn't expect rib injury to be long term
Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. wasn't able to finish the Falcons' 30-23 home loss in overtime to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night because of a rib injury, but he is confident the problem is not long term.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12
Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski shares insight on Michael Penix’s status amid injury scare
Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski is waiting for more information after quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury during Sunday’s 30-23 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / October 12
Falcons Offer Concerning Michael Penix Jr. Update After SNF Loss
The Atlanta Falcons left Sunday night’s 30-23 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens with a bigger concern than the final score after Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12
3 Falcons to blame for heartbreaking Week 5 SNF loss to Ravens
Coach Kevin Stefanski’s Atlanta Falcons fought hard on Sunday Night Football in a game that saw backup QB Tua Tagovailoa make his debut, but came out on the short end of the stick in a 30-23 loss.
Tua Tagovailoa News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12
Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa throws brutal game-ending INT in loss to Ravens
Tua Tagovailoa had an unfortunate moment down the stretch, throwing a game-ending interception in the Atlanta Falcons’ 30-23 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 11
Falcons Winners & Losers After Blown Second-Half Lead Against Ravens
The Atlanta Falcons lose a tough overtime game to the Baltimore Ravens, 30-23, in a tightly contested matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta showed flashes of its potential on both sides of the ball, with several players stepping up in key moments while others struggled to capitalize on opportunities.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 12
'SNF' takeaways: Ravens rally past Falcons in overtime thriller
The Baltimore Ravens made some costly drops and tried everything they could to lose to the Atlanta Falcons, but a late rib injury to Michael Penix Jr. and a flawless drive in the extra period set the stage for the Ravens to pick off backup Tua Tagovailoa and seal the 30-23 overtime win on "Sunday Night Football."
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Ravens make final Lamar Jackson, Trey Hendrickson decisions for Falcons game
It turns out Jesse Minter didn't need to wait until the weekend to reveal Jackson's status for the Week 5 contest.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Major injury update on Ravens' Lamar Jackson emerges for Falcons game
During Friday's edition of "The Pat McAfee Show," league insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network/ESPN shared an expected update regarding Jackson's status for the Falcons game.
Bijan Robinson News / SportsTalkATL / October 9
Derrick Henry on Bijan Robinson: 'He’s the best in the game right now'
Bijan Robinson has pretty much solidified any debate about who the best running back in football is right now with his last two performances in primetime.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Ravens' Jesse Minter shares latest on Lamar Jackson's status
Jackson's status continues to hover over the Ravens as they prepare to take on the Falcons in Week 5.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
It could be 'The Derrick Henry Show' for Ravens in Week 5 'SNF' clash vs. Falcons
It's beginning to look like it will be "The Derrick Henry Show" on Sunday in primetime when the Baltimore Ravens travel to the Atlanta Falcons.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 7
Mike Florio: Teams around league 'fear' Falcons with Matt Ryan 'all-in'
When you bludgeon two teams by 20-plus points in primetime in back-to-back weeks, averaging 40 points per game, the national media is going to start talking about you — and that’s been the case a lot for the Falcons over the last couple of days.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
NFL Week 5 prime-time predictions: Bijan Robinson-led Falcons keep rolling vs. Ravens
Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each. Here are our Week 5 picks.
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 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.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / October 6
'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.
Jammie Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Falcons Elevating S Jammie Robinson For Monday Night Football
Per D. Orlando Ledbetter, the Falcons are elevating S Jammie Robinson from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 4’s game against the Saints.
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