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Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 1 minute ago
Falcons' Kyle Pitts reacted like many to Michael Penix Jr. draft pick
Kyle Pitts was among those stunned when the club controversially made Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Raheem Morris News / Pro Football Talk / 38 minutes ago
Raheem Morris: It's never the right time to tell a starting QB you're drafting a QB 
No one outside the Falcons' draft room saw them spending the No. 8 pick on a quarterback. The choice of University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix surprised both Penix and his new mentor, Kirk Cousins.
Atlanta Falcons News / CBSSports.com / 52 minutes ago
2024 NFL Draft: Michael Penix Jr. to Atlanta Falcons: "It makes no sense to me," says expert
Pete Prisco joined CBS Sports HQ after the Falcons surprisingly picked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having Kirk Cousins under center
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.
Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Anonymous GM on Michael Penix Jr: 'He’s going to be a star'
It doesn’t matter where you look, every single sports show today is leading off with the Falcons’ mind-boggling decision to take Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall despite just handing Kirk Cousins $180 million less than two months ago.
Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 33 minutes ago
2024 NFL Draft Grades: Atlanta Falcons shock on day one
The Atlanta Falcons shock the NFL world and get mixed draft grades for their unorthodox day-one selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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 / NFL Analysis Network / 16 minutes ago
Report: Atlanta Falcons Tried To Trade Back Up In NFL Draft
The Atlanta Falcons made a significant move in the opening round of the 2024 NFL Draft, opting for quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as their eighth overall pick.
Atlanta Falcons News / ClutchPoints / 1 hour ago
Michael Lombardi torches Dan Orlovsky for Falcons-Michael Penix Jr. take during epic Rolex rant
The Atlanta Falcons caused a stir after selecting Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick of the NFL Draft. It was a bit confusing considering the franchise just signed Kirk Cousins in the offseason.
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.
Steve Wyche News / The Falcoholic / 1 hour ago
Steve Wyche: Falcons tried to trade back into first round for EDGE Laiatu Latu
The team clearly wanted to land one of the draft’s top defenders, but missed their chance. The Michael Penix selection yesterday came with significant risks, which I think are well understood at this point.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 46 minutes ago
Report: Falcons tried trading back into first round for this prospect
Coming into the NFL Draft, the Falcons had glaring needs on the defensive side of the ball, prompting many to speculate that Dallas Turner or Laiatu Latu would be the 8th overall pick.
Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 34 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons boost interior pass rush in recent second-round mock draft
The Atlanta Falcons boost their interior pass rush with pick number 43 in recent Sports Illustrated second-round mock draft
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 18 minutes ago
ESPN analysts disagree over Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons shocked the NFL world by drafting Michael Penix Jr., and the move has even pitted some analysts against each other.
Atlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / 1 hour ago
NFL GM Confused by Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Draft Pick, Says Team Has 'Needs Now'
Most head coaches and general managers spoken to by The Athletic's Dianna Russini believe the Atlanta Falcons' No. 8 pick of quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / 57 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins not looped in on Michael Penix Jr. selection
The Atlanta Falcons are trying to say all the right things about why they drafted QB Michael Penix despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a huge free-agent contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago
Bill Simmons compares Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins Falcons QB controversy to Jamie Foxx, Any Given Sunday
The Atlanta Falcons had one of the most surprising picks in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday night as they took Michael Penix Jr. with their first pick.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 7 minutes ago
Falcons show they're all about offense with baffling, history-making Michael Penix Jr. pick
The Falcons' selection of Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft was shocking and historic.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 43 minutes ago
Michael Penix Jr. not playing for 4-5 years??
The Falcons are once again the butt of the jokes following the first round of the draft after selecting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall not even two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract.
Greg Cosell News / The 33rd Team / 7 minutes ago
Michael Penix Jr. Is Built For Falcons’ System
Greg Cosell & Andy Benoit were as shocked as anyone when the Atlanta Falcons took Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall, but they do see why the Falcons think he fits their system.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago
Watch: Falcons TE Kyle Pitts ‘shocked’ by team drafting QB Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts was forced to process the ineptitude of his organization in front of an internet audience.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Falcons expected to face more significant tampering punishment than Eagles
Arthur Blank said he did not believe the Falcons tampered with Kirk Cousins, but it does seem likely the team will face a punishment of some sort in the wake of its high-profile quarterback addition.
Matt Ryan News / Pro Football Rumors / April 22
Longtime Falcons QB retires from NFL
The Falcons drafted the QB third overall in 2008, and he served as the team’s starting quarterback from that point through to his final campaign in Atlanta (2021).
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