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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 16
A Pair of Atlanta Falcons to See Big Pay Day
FLOWERY BRANCH – A pair of Atlanta Falcons , including one former player, hit a big payday on Monday. The NFL released its ‘performance-based pay,’ with players receiving an allocation of a $542 million pot, and this collectively bargained benefit compensates players based on their playing time and salary levels.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 16
Biggest mistake Falcons made in Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency
The Atlanta Falcons made a strong free agency move that they hope will push young quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to great things. However, here is the biggest mistake the Falcons made during Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 16
Falcons Target Skill Player, Defense in Latest 3-Round Mock Draft
The Atlanta Falcons are tasked with making the most of the picks they have during the first two days of the NFL Draft. In a recent three-round mock draft,
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 '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz
In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 23 times. How many can you name in five minutes?
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 16
Could Kirk Cousins end up with this surprising team?
With the Atlanta Falcons signing Tua Tagovailoa to compete with Michael Penix Jr. for the QB1 spot, it's likely the end of the Kirk Cousins era in Georgia. Could he end up with a surprising team?
A.J. Terrell News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 16
Falcons to Create Significant Salary Cap Space with Latest Contract Move
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly cleared up $9 million in additional cap space after a restructure of cornerback A.J. Terrell Jr.’s contract.
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 / Yardbarker / March 16
How Falcons reportedly view Michael Penix Jr. after signing Tua Tagovailoa
In total, Penix went 4-8 across 12 regular-season starts before he needed surgery this past fall to repair a partially torn ACL.
Atlanta Falcons News / NHANFL / March 16
Tua Era Begins: Atlanta Falcons 2026 Roster Overhaul After Free Agency Wave 1
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons just hit the detonator on their previous roster construction. One week into the 2026 NFL free agency period, General Manager Ian Cunningham and Head Coach Kevin Stefanski have turned the locker room upside down, headlined by the stunning addition of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on a one-year deal.
Atlanta Falcons News / The SportsRush / March 16
'He’s Fragile at Times': Johnny Manziel Backs Michael Penix Jr. After Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa Move
Even though he agreed to a veteran minimum salary, the prevailing sentiment suggests that Tua Tagovailoa will be the Week 1 starter for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Football Analysis / March 15
Re-Grading the Atlanta Falcons 2025 Draft
During the 2025 NFL draft, the Atlanta Falcons planned to make significant upgrades to their defense specifically improving their pass rush. Analysts gave mixed reviews of the Falcons’ draft decisions, but ultimately, the Falcons accomplished their goal of adding a collection of young defensive playmakers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 15
Five Falcons Free Agents Who Could Still Re-Sign With Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons have been quite busy over the first week of free agency. Ian Cunningham made a flurry of moves and established crucial depth for this roster.
Darnell Mooney News / Last Word On Sports / March 15
Fantasy Outlook 2026: Darnell Mooney Lands With The Giants
It did not take long for the former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver to find a new home after being released. Darnell Mooney will play for the New York Giants, signing a one-year, $10 million deal.
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / March 15
Falcons Dump $180M Quarterback After Just 2 Years—’Headline Money’ Isn’t Real Money
Atlanta entered the 2024 offseason believing its quarterback search had ended. The Falcons committed four years and $180 million to Kirk Cousins, a deal announced in March 2024 that signaled long-term stability at the league’s most valuable position.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14
Falcons OLB James Pearce Jr. Now Faces Three Felony Charges
In the latest update to the legal situation surrounding Falcons rookie outside linebacker James Pearce Jr., ESPN’s Marc Raimondi and Michael Rothstein note that Pearce’s five pending felony arrest charges will be reduced to three.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14
Darnell Mooney would be another strong addition for Giants' evolving WR room
The Giants gave him a new head coach in John Harbaugh and now are working to rebuild the wide receiver room around him.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 14
Ian Cunningham Articulates a Clear Team-Building Strategy for the Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH – The new-look Atlanta Falcons are continuing their offseason makeover with free agency. General manager Ian Cunningham has infused the
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 14
Five Free Agents Still Available Who Could Start for the Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have been adding lots of depth to their roster during the NFL’s free agency window. More than a dozen new players
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 14
Where Do the Falcons Stand in the NFC South After First Week of Free Agency
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have been busy this week, adding several new pieces to their roster. Depth was the name of the game for Ian Cunningham,
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / March 14
Falcons Stuck With $22.5M in Dead Money After Kirk Cousins Exit — and the Cap Bill Shapes Every Move
The Atlanta Falcons carry $22.5 million in dead money tied to Kirk Cousins’ 2026 post-June 1 designation. Another $12.5 million follows in 2027, bringing the two-year total to ~$35 million.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13
DT Da’Shawn Hand Signs With Falcons
With veteran defensive tackle David Onyemata departing in free agency, the Falcons had big shoes to fill in the middle. Atlanta addressed the position today, signing Da’Shawn Hand to a one-year, $3MM deal, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / March 13
Are Falcons handing starting QB job to Tua Tagovailoa over Michael Penix Jr.?
Almost immediately after Tagovailoa was linked with the Atlanta Falcons, some understandably assumed it was a matter of when and not if he would be named the starter for a club that doesn't know when Penix will return from his latest injury.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13
Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. hit with 3 felonies, misdemeanor stalking
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. faces three felony charges and one misdemeanor following an incident on February 7 in Doral, Florida, involving his ex-girlfriend, Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11
Falcons Release QB Kirk Cousins
New Falcons GM Ian Cunningham recently confirmed Kirk Cousins would be released at the start of the new league year. With that checkpoint having been reached this afternoon, Cousins is indeed a free agent.
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