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This is a damning indictment on Terry Fontentot’s tenure as Falcons GM

Depending on how the season ends, it’s very likely the Falcons could be searching for a new head coach and GM this offseason. Most Falcons fans can’t get rid of Raheem Morris fast enough, but in a somewhat surprising twist, there seems to be much more pushback when it comes to the future of GM Terry Fontenot.

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Falcons' Controversial Draft Day Trade with Rams Paying Big Dividends

When the Atlanta Falcons made the bold decision to trade a future first, a second, and a seventh round pick to the Rams to get a first and a third in return, they did so targeting edge rusher James Pearce Jr.

Raheem Morris News / Gridiron Heroics / November 25

'The Kitchen Is Getting Hot Over There': Falcons Icon Speaks Out on Raheem Morris’ Job With Atlanta

The Atlanta Falcons appear to be at a breaking point, and longtime franchise great Todd McClure believes the clock is ticking on head coach Raheem Morris.

Brandon Dorlus News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 24

Brandon Dorlus on Historic Pace as He Steps Up for Falcons

After what was essentially a redshirt rookie season, playing just 19 total defensive snaps last season, defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus was set to play a big role for the Atlanta Falcons this 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 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

How many of the 31 NFL quarterbacks with at least 30 three-touchdown, zero-interception games can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 60,000 passing-yard club' quiz

The 'NFL Offensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'Active NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / November 24

Raheem Morris praises Kirk Cousins, team effort in Falcons' first win in 6 weeks

For the first time in six weeks, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris had a reason to smile in his weekly Monday press conference. Atlanta (4-7) snapped a five-game losing streak with a 24-10 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, despite the absence of quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

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.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 24

Falcons’ Raheem Morris backs James Pearce Jr. amid backlash about draft night trade

The Atlanta Falcons were able to get back in the win column during Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints, as it had been some weeks since they got a victory.

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 24

Atlanta Falcons Sign former Vikings, Patriots Starter for Additional WR Depth

The Atlanta Falcons got a much-needed win on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. They did it in a rather unconventional way, playing more three-tight-end sets than any team in the NFL since 2016.

Divine Deablo News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 24

The Difference is ‘Divine’: Deablo Sparks Falcons Crushing of Saints

The Atlanta Falcons ended a five-game skid on Sunday, as they beat the New Orleans Saints 24-10. The defense suffocated their rival, recording five sacks,

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

A very encouraging sign if Falcons make a coaching change at season’s end

A win over the Saints will temporarily cool some of the fire surrounding the Atlanta Falcons right now, but unless Kirk Cousins can help the team mount a miraculous climb back up the standings over the final six weeks, tough decisions will have to be made on Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris.

Billy Bowman Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 24

Falcons Have Worst Fears Confirmed With Rookie Billy Bowman Jr.

FLOWERY BRANCH – Atlanta Falcons fans had their worst fears realized on Monday afternoon with the news coming out that standout rookie nickel cornerback Billy Bowman Jr.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Pro Football Rumors / November 24

Falcons DB Billy Bowman Jr. suffers Achilles tear

During Friday’s walk-through leading up to the Falcons’ Week 12 game, Billy Bowman Jr. suffered an Achilles injury. Doubts have since been expressed about the chances of a return late in the year, and that will indeed not take place.

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 24

Promising Falcons rookie out for season after tearing Achilles in practice

The Atlanta Falcons ended their dreadful five-game losing streak on Sunday afternoon with a road win over the rival New Orleans Saints by a score of 24-10.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

Falcons pair of first-round picks continue to offer hope for the future

The Falcons racking up 23 sacks over a four-game stretch was unthinkable coming into the season. Hell, they only had 31 sacks in 17 games all of last year, ranking 31st in the league.