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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 18
Falcons add former Raiders DB with 4 career picks to secondary
After another middling campaign, the core issue for the Atlanta Falcons has not changed. While they surely have talent, they do not have enough depth to make a deep run.
Dan Orlovsky News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 18
ESPN's Dan Orlovsky Has Unique Suggestion for Falcons' QB Battle
The Atlanta Falcons will be one of the more talked-about teams in the NFL this offseason for one big reason: a quarterback battle. The most important position in all of sports will be under the microscope in Flowery Branch this offseason, as incumbent starter Michael Penix Jr.
Jahan Dotson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 17
Joining Falcons Was an 'Easy Decision' for Free Agent Wide Receiver
The Atlanta Falcons signed free agent wide receiver Jahan Dotson to a two-year, $15 million deal last week. Dotson, a former first-round pick, spoke to the media following the signing and made it clear that choosing Atlanta was an easy decision. “It was a fairly easy decision for me,” Dotson said Friday.
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 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?
Olamide Zaccheaus News / Field Level Media / March 17
Falcons sign WR Olamide Zaccheaus
Olamide Zaccheaus is back with the team where his pro career began, as the Atlanta Falcons signed the veteran wide receiver on Tuesday. Zaccheaus, 28, caught on with Atlanta as an undrafted free agent in 2019 and played there until joining the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent after the 2022 season.
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.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / March 17
Atlanta Falcons: Host Speedy Power Back for 30 Visit
The Atlanta Falcons could address the running back position to find a new partner in crime to pair with Bijan Robinson after Tyler Allgeier joined the Arizona Cardinals.
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.
Kevin Stefanski News / Viral Sports News / March 17
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski Facing Harsh Backlash Over QB Decision
The Atlanta Falcons organization has optimism that young quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will heal sufficiently from his recent ACL tear to participate in training camp sessions later this fall.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 17
Atlanta Falcons NFL Pre-Draft Tracker: Team Meets With Combine Standout
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are in the thick of their NFL Draft preparations, but new general manager Ian Cunningham will be a bit hamstrung. The Falcons will carry five draft selections, but none in the first or fifth round.
Atlanta Falcons News / Total Apex Sports / March 17
Atlanta Falcons: Former OT Labels Team As A ‘Clown Show’
The Atlanta Falcons have certainly had their fair share of head-scratching moves over the past few years. This has led many to believe the organization isn’t well run.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 17
Rich Eisen Throws Cold Water on Falcons' Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons will host a quarterback competition at Flowery Branch for the first time since 2008. As one would expect, there will be plenty of attention
NFL News / Football Analysis / March 17
Falcons Rookie James Pearce Jr. Hit With 4 Criminal Charges After Incident With WNBA Star Rickea Jackson
Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. isn’t facing a rumor. He isn’t facing an allegation that got cleaned up before it reached a courtroom. He’s facing four criminal charges, three of them felonies filed by prosecutors in Miami-Dade County.
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.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / March 17
Only one team makes sense for Kirk Cousins
Why Cousins should target this team for his next opportunity.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / March 17
Executives question Falcons' Kevin Stefanski over Kirk Cousins, Tua Tagovailoa decisions
It sounds as though the rest of the league has some questions regarding how the new regime in Atlanta handled the team's quarterback situation.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 17
Sports Illustrated Provides Harsh Assessment of Falcons' Free Agency
The Atlanta Falcons have been quite active over the last week. Ian Cunningham and the Falcons’ front office have worked to infuse their roster with fresh talent and crucial depth.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / March 16
Falcons Rework A.J. Terrell’s Contract
The Falcons opened up a considerable chunk of cap space today. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston, the team restructured A.J. Terrell‘s contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 16
The Most Underrated Move the Falcons Made in Free Agency So Far
The Atlanta Falcons have been very busy over the last week. When this free agency negotiation window began last Monday, there was some speculation about how aggressively new general manager Ian Cunningham would attack this period.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 16
Falcons QB Battle: Same Handedness, Two Different Strengths
The Atlanta Falcons signed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year, $1.3 million deal last week. The left-handed signal caller will compete with Michael Penix Jr.
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 / 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.
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.
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / March 15
$10M Check Hits Kirk Cousins Today As Falcons Release QB—Another Team Gets Him Free
The transaction hit the wire on March 11, 2026, the first day of the new league year. Kirk Cousins, the quarterback Atlanta signed to a four-year, $180 million contract in 2024, was released with a post-June 1 designation and became an unrestricted free agent.
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.
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.
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