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Falcons Hope Week 12 Breakthrough Sparks Late-Season Push

FLOWERY BRANCH – After five straight losses threatened to unravel their season, the Atlanta Falcons didn’t just win in Week 12, they finally exhaled. The locker room felt lighter , the mood steadier, and the message clearer: adversity didn’t break them, it revealed them.

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Former Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder Finds Ironic New Home

The Atlanta Falcons drafted Desmond Ridder in the third round of the 2022NFL Draft and anointed him starter headed into the 2023 season. It was an ill-fated decision that likely cost then-head coach Arthur Smith his job after a third consecutive 7-10 season.

Kirk Cousins News / Field Level Media / November 27

Falcons' fading hopes in Kirk Cousins' hands as team visits Jets

Desperate for a win to keep their slim postseason hopes alive, the Atlanta Falcons will look to extend their recent success against the New York Jets on Sunday in East Rutherford, NJ.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw both three touchdowns and three interceptions in multiple games in the Super Bowl Era can you name in six minutes?

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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.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 27

Falcons Defense Prepares for Jets Offense in Transition

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are heading north for their Week 13 matchup with the Jets at MetLife Stadium. As the Falcons push to stay alive in the NFC South’s playoff picture, their Week 13 challenge is an offense searching for answers.

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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.

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 / November 26

Have Falcons Finally Turned A Corner With Injuries?

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are back on the road in Week 13, and looking to kick off a winning streak in New Jersey against the New York Jets.

Zane Gonzalez News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26

Falcons’ New Kicker Turns Heads With Award-Winning Week

FLOWERY BRANCH – Zane Gonzalez has only been the kicker for the Atlanta Falcons for three weeks, but he has already made an impact for the franchise. After a season of issues at the kicker position, Gonzalez seems to have brought some much-needed stability.

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.

Drake London News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26

Latest Drake London Update Won’t Thrill Falcons Fans

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are gearing up for the New York Jets in Week 13, but it would appear that they will likely be without star wide receiver Drake London on Sunday. London has been working through a PCL injury that he picked up at the end of their Week 11 loss to the Panthers.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Falcons HC Raheem Morris ‘fired up’ after Michael Penix Jr. surgery

The Atlanta Falcons finally ended their ugly losing skid on Sunday afternoon with a road win over the New Orleans Saints. In that game, Atlanta started quarterback Kirk Cousins, replacing the injured Michael Penix Jr., who had been up and down so far in his first season as a full-time starter.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / November 26

All the proof needed to show the Falcons nailed their first three draft picks

Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot should be on the hottest of seats. Atlanta is likely headed toward a fifth straight losing season under his watch, and they are no closer to finding an answer at the most important position in all of sports.

Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / November 26

Could Kirk Cousins be on the Falcons roster in 2026?

It’s a conversation not many people thought was possible a couple of weeks ago, but with Michael Penix Jr.’s future up in the air due to injury — and Kirk Cousins looking competent for the first time in nearly a year against the Saints — is there now a real chance the veteran returns for a third season in Atlanta?

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26

How Next-Man-Up Mentality Helped Snap Falcons Losing Skid

The Atlanta Falcons have been navigating a wave of injuries all season long. Starting right tackle Kaleb McGary went down for the season right before Week 1, quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

James Pearce Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26

The Winning Mindset that Helps Falcons Rookie James Pearce Flourish

James Pearce Jr. has been coming alive in the past few weeks for the Atlanta Falcons. In Sunday’s win over the New Orleans Saints, the rookie recorded

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Atlanta’s Defensive Identity Emerging Behind Young Stars

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons ’ 2025 season has been bruising, chaotic, and at times exhausting. But underneath all that wreckage, something real may be forming.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Pro Football Rumors / November 25

Bill Belichick expected to draw interest from multiple teams

The Giants and Titans fired their head coaches earlier in the campaign, but other teams are sure to join them on the market by the end of the season. At least five more jobs could open up, Josina Anderson of The Exhibit reports.

Zane Gonzalez News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons Kicker Gonzalez Matches Team Feat Not Seen in 30 Year vs Saints

Twelve weeks into the NFL season, the Atlanta Falcons are already on their third starting kicker of the season. Younghoe Koo, who had been serving as Atlanta’s kicker since 2019, headed into Week 1 as the starter, despite missing a career-high nine kicks last season.

Divine Deablo News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons Linebacker Divine Deablo Receives High PFF Grade in Return

The Atlanta Falcons snapped a five-game skid as they beat the New Orleans Saints 24-10 on Sunday. The defense shone, sparked by the return of linebacker

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 25

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.

Atlanta Falcons 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.

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.