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The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the all-time leaders in receiving touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 30
Falcons defense continues to punch above its weight

Falcons defense continues to punch above its weight

The saying “hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard” has few better embodiments than the 2026 Atlanta Falcons defense.

Buccaneers, Falcons bring renewed hope into NFC South clash
Bengals' Joe Burrow, Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. recognized for Week 7 performances
Kendal Daniels leads Falcons to upset win one week after scary injury
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 30
Falcons Have Another Lengthy Injury Report vs. Buccaneers, 1 Player Out Already

Falcons Have Another Lengthy Injury Report vs. Buccaneers, 1 Player Out Already

The Atlanta Falcons will be without another key offensive player when they travel to Tampa to face the Buccaneers in Week 8. The Falcons officially ruled out running back Brian Robinson Jr.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 30
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Ready to Step Into Familiar but Uncharted Territory

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Ready to Step Into Familiar but Uncharted Territory

Third-year NFL quarterback Michael Penix Jr. now has a season’s worth of starts at 17. But there’s one thing the Atlanta Falcons signal-caller hasn’t done yet.

Tucker Kraft News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29
How Bucky Irving's 558 Rushing Yards Compare With Bijan Robinson's 704 as the 2-5 Bucs Look for Their First Home Win Against the Falcons

How Bucky Irving's 558 Rushing Yards Compare With Bijan Robinson's 704 as the 2-5 Bucs Look for Their First Home Win Against the Falcons

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving has 558 rushing yards and four touchdowns at 4.7 yards per carry, while Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson has 704 at 5.4 per carry and leads the NFL with 907 scrimmage yards.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 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.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / October 29
Former Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Has Reportedly Died

Former Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Has Reportedly Died

The Atlanta Falcons on Thursday announced the death of former head coach June Jones, calling him a visionary in the passing game who left a lasting mark on the organization.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 29
Michael Penix Jr. Explains How New Offensive Coordinator Helps Fuel Falcons Offense

Michael Penix Jr. Explains How New Offensive Coordinator Helps Fuel Falcons Offense

The Atlanta Falcons have found an offensive rhythm with Michael Penix Jr. back under center, and the quarterback's growing relationship with offensive coordinator Tommy Rees has played an important role in that progress.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28
Joe Burrow, Michael Penix Jr. recognized for Week 7 performances

Bengals' Joe Burrow, Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. recognized for Week 7 performances

Two quarterbacks at different stages of their careers delivered statement performances in Week 7, and the NFL took notice.

Is Michael Penix Jr. a franchise quarterback?
Bengals' Zac Taylor: Ja’Marr Chase 'set the right tone' with fiery halftime speech ahead of comeback over Ravens
Bengals' Shemar Stewart linked with two NFC teams other than Cowboys
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more
The '2024 NFL Draft quarterback class' quiz
Josh Downs News / Yardbarker / October 28
3 potential destinations for Josh Downs after Colts WR requests trade

3 potential destinations for Josh Downs after Colts WR requests trade

Wide receiver Josh Downs reportedly wants out of Indianapolis. Here are three teams that should pursue a trade.

Josh Downs 'open to whatever' after reportedly requesting a trade amid Colts' fire sale
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more
Wife of Colts RB Jonathan Taylor says 'mind is spiraling' after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner trades
The 'Most three-TD games in one season' quiz
Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 28
NFL Stands Up, Takes Notice of Michael Penix Jr.'s Ascendancy

NFL Stands Up, Takes Notice of Michael Penix Jr.'s Ascendancy

The Atlanta Falcons are coming off one of their biggest victories of the season, and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is receiving recognition for his performance against the San Francisco 49ers.

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most completions by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most completions by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to complete the most passes for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 28
Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski Could Join NFL Royalty

Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski Could Join NFL Royalty

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is earning national recognition for his work in Atlanta, with ESPN analyst Ben Solak making the case that the two-time Coach of the Year winner deserves another award.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 28
Who should the Falcons consider trading ahead of the deadline?

Who should the Falcons consider trading ahead of the deadline?

The NFL trade deadline is around the corner, and the Falcons find themselves in an intriguing position. They’re 3-4, which doesn’t exactly scream “championship contender.” But they’re also just a half-game back of the Panthers for first place in the NFC South, 3-2 with Michael Penix Jr.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
 The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
 The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
 The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 28
The Atlanta Falcons Keep Their Season Afloat By Handing the 49ers Their First Loss

The Atlanta Falcons Keep Their Season Afloat By Handing the 49ers Their First Loss

The 2-4 Atlanta Falcons hosted the San Francisco 49ers in a game that felt like a trip back to the late 1980s and early 1990s NFC West. The Falcons took the field in throwback black jerseys and red helmets, ready to figure out a way to keep their season afloat.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 27
Is Michael Penix Jr. a franchise quarterback?

Is Michael Penix Jr. a franchise quarterback?

Penix Jr. has the Falcons offense rolling. Is he the answer at quarterback in Atlanta?

Kendal Daniels leads Falcons to upset win one week after scary injury
NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Joe Burrow rallies Bengals; huge day for running backs
Michael Penix Jr., Falcons get statement win over the 49ers
The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / October 26
Atlanta Falcons Acquire Former Eagles Super Bowl Champion

Atlanta Falcons Acquire Former Eagles Super Bowl Champion

The Atlanta Falcons continue to fine-tune their roster as they navigate a competitive NFC South race, and the latest addition gives the organization another long-armed option on the offensive side of the ball.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26
Mayfield believes Bucs made a 'statement' with win over Panthers

Baker Mayfield believes Buccaneers made a 'statement' with blowout win over Panthers

One of the more surprising NFL results of the final Sunday of October involved the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earning a blowout 43-13 win at the rival Carolina Panthers that improved Tampa Bay to 2-5 on the season.

Buccaneers rout Panthers 43-13 in Baker Mayfield's return
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
Kendal Daniels News / Yardbarker / October 25
Kendal Daniels leads Falcons to upset win one week after scary injury

Kendal Daniels leads Falcons to upset win one week after scary injury

One week ago, Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels nearly saw his short NFL career come to an end. 

Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season
49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season
The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Field Level Media / October 25
Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season

Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season

ATLANTA -- Michael Penix Jr. threw for 213 yards and three touchdowns and rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels had a key fourth-quarter interception on Sunday to help the Atlanta Falcons earn a 29-20 victory over the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

Few NFL fans truly believed the San Francisco 49ers would go unbeaten this season, especially not with all the injuries that were piling up.

49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
Jets' Aaron Glenn era may have hit rock bottom with loss to Dolphins
Defense lets Texans down again as season starts to slip away
Vikings may regret trading J.J. McCarthy after another impressive game
The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23
Falcons Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 7

Falcons Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 7

The Atlanta Falcons officially ruled out DB Billy Bowman Jr., LB Divine Deablo, OT Michael Jerrell, and RB Brian Robinson for Week 7, per Will McFadden of the team’s site.  Atlanta will now be without their primary backup running back and currently don’t have a third back on the active roster.

Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / October 22
49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons

49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons

The 49ers are taking their time regarding Evans' status for the Falcons game.

Super Bowl favorites before Week 7 include only two of NFL's three unbeatens
NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline
49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately
Two-minute drill: Primetime showdowns, divisional clashes, Eagles lose QB Jalen Hurts for season, more
The '1K-yard, 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22
3 Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: Talking 49ers, Malik Nabers, Tyler Higbee

3 Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: Talking 49ers, Malik Nabers, Tyler Higbee

After a brief intermission in our bold predictions series, we're back with three hot takes for NFL Week 7.

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason
49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons
What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB
Giants' John Harbaugh may want to replace Cam Skattebo before trade deadline
The 'Last 100-catch season by NFL team' quiz
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21
Falcons ‘Trending’ Toward Opening AJ Terrell’s Practice Window

Falcons ‘Trending’ Toward Opening AJ Terrell’s Practice Window

A groin injury has shelved Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell for four games, but he is now eligible to return from injured reserve. The Falcons are indeed “trending” toward opening Terrell’s 21-day practice window this week, head coach Kevin Stefanski said (link via Josh Kendall of The Athletic).

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 21
NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline

NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline

The next three weeks could decide the fate of two of the NFC South's elite defenders.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield may try to return from injury for Panthers game
Tristan Wirfs understands why Steelers fans took Buccaneers' stadium over during OT loss
Falcons deepen QB room with addition of Andy Dalton
The 'D-Linemen with an NFL TD-catch' quiz

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