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Kyle Pitts News / The Lead / July 6
The Falcons Finally Show Full Trust in Kyle Pitts’ Future
On June 23, the Atlanta Falcons made it clear that Kyle Pitts remains central to their long-term vision. Atlanta agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract extension, including $36 million fully guaranteed, and stands as the largest three-year contract ever given to a tight end in NFL history.
Wanya Morris News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 6
How the Falcons Can Lean On Wanya Morris’ Super Bowl Pedigree
There aren’t many Super Bowl champions on the Atlanta Falcons roster. Let alone many players who have ever even experienced the NFL playoffs. New Falcons offensive tackle Wanya Morris checks both of those boxes.
Bralen Trice News / Pro Football Rumors / July 6
Falcons’ Bralen Trice Trending Toward Training Camp Participation
Despite being drafted two years ago, Bralen Trice has yet to play in the regular season. The Falcons edge rusher should be available for training camp this summer, though.
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.
The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz
In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 6
NFL Roster Rankings Have Atlanta Falcons Seeing Red
Atlanta Falcons fans have suffered through eight losing seasons since the team last made the playoffs in 2017. They've gone through another regime change this offseason that was more of a full house cleaning, starting at the top with Matt Ryan effectively replacing Rich McKay as president of football.
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.
25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused
The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 6
This QB has 'clear advantage' in Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. competition
Veteran Falcons players are due to report to training camp on July 28.
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 / July 6
Insiders pick NFL's best running back between Falcons' Bijan Robinson, Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs
ESPN asked league executives, coaches and scouts to name the NFL's best overall ball-carrier.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 5
Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs? Who's No. 1 in Fantasy Football
When the Atlanta Falcons selected Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, it raised some eyebrows. Modern analytics suggest taking a non-premium position like running back high in the NFL Draft isn't a wise use of resources.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 4
NFC Notes: Tua Tagovailoa, Roster Projections, Falcons, Panthers
When projecting the Falcons’ 53-man roster, Josh Kendall of The Athletic expects Atlanta to keep just two quarterbacks, with Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.
Xavier Watts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 4
Falcons' Jessie Bates, Xavier Watts Have One Trait That Makes Them Elite
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons return one of the NFL’s best up-and-coming safety duos, and one key trait has been at the center of their immediate success.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 4
Kevin Stefanski Reveals Unusual NFL Job That Still Gives Him PTSD
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons brought Kevin Stefanski to the franchise to take over as its new head coach, but the franchise’s new head man found
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 3
Falcons second-year safety viewed as ready to make another leap
The Atlanta Falcons did not get where they wanted to go last season, falling short of the playoffs for the eighth straight season, but one of their biggest roster wins came from the 2025 NFL Draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 3
Atlanta Falcons Breakout Rookie Tabbed for Even Bigger Sophomore Season
When former Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot traded a future first-round pick and a second-round pick in 2025 to select James Pearce Jr. last season, the collective draft media lost its mind.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3
How Chargers' Mike McDaniel is trying to get Justin Herbert to reach major goal
Mike McDaniel wants Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert "to master and be elite at everything" he does and also be "able to own the position in a new way."
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 3
5 Most Indispensable Atlanta Falcons in 2026
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new head coach, a quarterback battle, and a lot of new faces trying to establish or re-establish themselves in the NFL.
Kyle Pitts News / The SportsRush / July 2
Falcons Lock Up Kyle Pitts on $53M Extension
Kyle Pitts has a new deal. The Atlanta Falcons signed their tight end to a three-year extension worth $53 million in base value, replacing the one-year franchise tag that would have paid him $15.045 million for 2026.
Jahan Dotson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 2
Jahan Dotson really feeling himself with GOAT aspirations heading into Falcons training camp
The Atlanta Falcons should look a lot different when the 2026 season kicks off this fall. Atlanta is entering a new era under Kevin Stefanski, which could bring plenty of changes on the offensive side of the ball.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 2
New QB Rankings Paint Bleak Picture for Falcons in 2026
Two years ago, the Atlanta Falcons spent $100 million and a No. 8 overall draft pick to solve the quarterback problem that has plagued them since Matt Ryan's departure.
Kyle Pitts News / Yardbarker / June 30
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts Sr. makes major admission about contract extension
Pitts is coming off the best season, to date, of his career after the fourth overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft was somewhat of a disappointment across his first four campaigns.
Bijan Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 24
Ongoing Talks Between Falcons & RB Bijan Robinson
According to ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, extension talks between the Falcons and RB Bijan Robinson are ongoing. Raimondi notes that while Robinson is under contract for two more years after the team picked up his fifth-year option, all indications are Atlanta plans to lock him up well before that, perhaps even soon.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 23
RB Bijan Robinson is up next for Falcons after $54M extension for TE Kyle Pitts
Robinson may be feeling a little envious after the Atlanta Falcons signed two of their other skill players to contract extensions.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23
Falcons Could Make WR Addition
Drake London is set to anchor the Falcons’ receiver room once again in 2026 and well into the future. Atlanta could be among the teams seeking additional depth this summer, though.
Billy Bowman Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / June 21
Falcons DB Billy Bowman Jr. Could Open Season On PUP List; Latest On Team’s LB Corps
Falcons defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. showed a fair amount of promise during his rookie year in 2025. Earning a notable role in training camp, he enjoyed an 80% snap share and picked up an interception, 1.5 sacks, and 26 total tackles while limiting opposing passers to a 76.0 quarterback rating.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. offers injury update after worrisome revelation
Penix Jr. is losing ground in the Falcons' QB competition due to his ongoing injury recovery. When will he be able to return to full-time action and get a chance to close the gap in the competition?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 16
Falcons share discouraging Michael Penix Jr. update amid Tua Tagovailoa competition
Penix has spent portions of the offseason learning a new offense while recovering from the surgery he needed last fall to repair a partially torn ACL.
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