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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 26
Falcons Named Potential Landing Spot For 2x Pro Bowl Quarterback
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 NFL season at the start of a new era. With head coach Kevin Stefanski and general manager Ian Cunningham taking over, Atlanta is resetting its identity.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26
1 free agent who would fix Falcons’ biggest flaw heading into 2026 season
While the Atlanta Falcons decide their quarterback future, they also have to make room to attack the help market. And here is one free agent who would fix the Falcons’ biggest flaw heading into the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 26
NFL Combine Tight Ends Big Board For Atlanta Falcons
INDIANAPOLIS – The Atlanta Falcons are up at Lucas Oil Stadium this week for the annual NFL Combine, looking for the next generation of players. This week
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.
The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six 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.
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 26
2026 Falcons NFL Combine Meeting Tracker
INDIANAPOLIS – The Atlanta Falcons are up in Indianapolis for the biggest job interview in sports: the NFL Combine. The future of the franchise could be shaped by what happens over the next several days. Interviews, on-field workouts, and lots of evaluations are set to get underway, and players will see their draft stocks rise and fall.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 26
NFL Quarterbacks Big Board For Atlanta Falcons
INDIANAPOLIS – The Atlanta Falcons are up at Lucas Oil Stadium this week for the annual NFL Combine, looking for the next generation of players. This week
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 25
Why Vikings must pursue Derek Carr, who's 'serious' about 2026 comeback
Carr retired before the start of the 2025 season because of a right shoulder issue. Apparently, he now feels healthy.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
Falcons Legends Named Among Best to Never Win a Championship
Although the Atlanta Falcons have yet to capture the ever-elusive Lombardi trophy with a Super Bowl victory, the organization has been home to some of
KhaDarel Hodge News / SportsTalkATL / February 25
Falcons release former Pro-Bowler KhaDarel Hodge
According to Jordan Schultz, the Falcons are releasing former Pro-Bowler and special teams ace KhaDarel Hodge. The move will create nearly $2.7 million in cap space for the team.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
Ex-Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Comments On Kyle Pitts Franchise Tag
The Atlanta Falcons announced on Tuesday that tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. would receive the franchise tag this offseason. They were the first NFL team to
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
Could This Be a Solution for the Falcons Quarterback Question?
The Atlanta Falcons are in the market for a quarterback this offseason, but with seemingly limited options for them in free agency and the draft, a trade could be on the table.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 25
Falcons To Release WR/ST KhaDarel Hodge
The Falcons are expected to release wide receiver/special teams ace KhaDarel Hodge, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Hodge, 31, arrived in Atlanta in 2022 and took up core special teams duties with a rotational role on offense.
Atlanta Falcons News / Total Pro Sports / February 25
Atlanta Falcons Release Pro Bowl WR In Surprise Move
One day after announcing their plans to release quarterback Kirk Cousins, the Atlanta Falcons have also cut ties with Pro Bowler KhaDarel Hodge. Per NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Falcons are releasing KhaDarel Hodge.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
Atlanta Falcons Releasing Pro Bowler, Special Teams Ace
On Wednesday, the Atlanta Falcons announced they are releasing wide receiver and special teams ace KhaDeral Hodge, clearing $2.64 million in cap space.
KhaDarel Hodge News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 25
Falcons Cutting WR KhaDarel Hodge
The Atlanta Falcons have informed WR KhaDarel Hodge he will be released, per Jordan Schultz. The veteran has primarily been a special teams contributor to this point in his career and should have a market from other teams in that role. Hodge, 31, wound up going undrafted out of Prairie View A&M back in 2018.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
ESPN's Louis Riddick Explains Why He Is Not Sold On Falcons' Michael Penix
The Atlanta Falcons made their intentions to release veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins official on Tuesday. Ian Cunningham’s decision makes Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 25
HBCU alumnus scores major promotion with Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons have given a significant promotion to an HBCU alumnus. Atlanta Falcons Vice President of Marketing Shannon Joyner is being promoted to Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, per a statement by the Atlanta Falcons.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 25
Falcons Predicted to See Kevin Stefanski Reunite with Former QB
On Tuesday, new Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham addressed the media, and he confirmed that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins would be cut on the first day of the new league year in March and would not be re-signed.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 25
Ian Cunningham speaks on the future of two Falcons starters
New Falcons GM Ian Cunningham had a lot to say at the NFL Combine about a number of key contributors from this past season. For starters, the Falcons will be releasing Kirk Cousins on the first day of the new league year.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 25
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski makes odd Michael Penix Jr. comment after Kirk Cousins news
Some may have assumed that Michael Penix Jr. became the Atlanta Falcons' 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback after Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham confirmed on Tuesday that the club will release veteran Kirk Cousins. However, recently hired head coach Kevin Stefanski later spoke carefully about Penix's status.
Kyle Pitts News / Football Analysis / February 25
Falcons Bet $16M On Kyle Pitts After Historic Shannon Sharpe-Level Performance
$16.319 million. That’s what the Falcons just shoved into the middle of the table on Kyle Pitts. One year, fully guaranteed, slapped on him February 23 with a franchise tag that ties him to Atlanta for 2026 and dares the rest of the league to argue.
Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24
Falcons Officially Franchised TE Kyle Pitts
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have officially placed the franchise tag on TE Kyle Pitts for the 2026 season. The former franchise tag values have not been announced by the NFL yet, but Over The Cap projected the tight end tag to be worth $16.319 million fully guaranteed.
Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / February 24
Atlanta Falcons quarterback plans have flipped on its head after brand new option becomes available at the combine
The Atlanta Falcons are in a bind with the game's most important position at quarterback, and it's creating some uncertainty for their upcoming season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 25
Falcons confirm plans concerning Kirk Cousins, future of QB position
At the official start of the new league year, the Atlanta Falcons will officially turn the page to a new era.
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