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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 19
Falcons Stack Experience Around Tommy Rees in 2026 Reset
The Atlanta Falcons have a completely revamped offensive staff at Flowery Branch for year one of the Kevin Stefanski era. With the head coach in place
Jeff Ulbrich News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 19
Atlanta Falcons Eye Year Two Leap Under Jeff Ulbrich
The Atlanta Falcons took a giant step forward in 2025 on the defensive side of the football. They snapped a franchise record for sacks and saw great strides nearly across the board.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 19
3 players Falcons must let walk in free agency during NFL offseason
The Atlanta Falcons are starting over yet again, this time with franchise legend Matt Ryan calling the shots and new coach Kevin Stefanski leading the team.
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.
The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the all-time leaders in receiving touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / February 18
'He’s Inexpensive as Stopgap Backups Go': 41-Year-Old QB Predicted to Sign With Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons are eyeing a familiar veteran to stabilize their quarterback room as free agency gets underway. Joe Flacco, now 41 and well past his years as a full-time starter, is widely projected to sign with Atlanta in a move that would add experience without commanding a hefty price tag.
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.
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.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18
NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, D.J. Wonnum, Falcons, Panthers
Josh Kendall of The Athletic mentions that the Falcons could still release and re-sign QB Kirk Cousins if the veteran gets no interest elsewhere. Kendall does not foresee owner Arthur Blank wanting to pay Cousins a $67.9 million bonus if he’s on the roster March 13th.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 18
Atlanta Falcons Eye Major Defensive Line Investment in 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are entering the 2026 offseason as a new-look organization. The front office will now be led by Ian Cunningham, while the coaching staff will have Kevin Stefanski in charge.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 18
The Athletic Makes Surprising Super Bowl Claim for Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new generation in 2026. Ian Cunningham has taken over a new-look front office, while Kevin Stefanski leads a new coaching staff.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 18
A contract projection for Kyle Pitts
The top Falcons free agent set to test the open market is former fourth overall pick Kyle Pitts. A year ago, most fans in Atlanta would have been okay saying good riddance.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 18
Atlanta Falcons to Add Another Staffer From Cleveland Browns
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have officially hired Shawn Heinlen as director of college scouting, according to a Wednesday morning announcement from the team.
Bijan Robinson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 18
Stunning Fact about Bijan Robinson's 5th Year Contract Option with Atlanta Falcons
The easiest decision new Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham will ever make is pending. NFL teams have until May 1st to exercise the fifth-year option on the contracts of their first-round picks in 2023.
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 18
NFL Network Provides Grim Outlook For Atlanta Falcons' Offseason
The Atlanta Falcons will have an important offseason in 2026, as they look to reshape their outlook after eight consecutive seasons of coming up short.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 18
NFL executives reportedly believe this about possible Vikings, Kirk Cousins reunion
Cousins featured for the Vikings from 2018 through the 2023 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 17
Bleacher Report Includes Two Obvious Falcons QBs on Recent All-Time List
With the offseason in full swing and the 2025 NFL season firmly in the rear-view mirror, Bleacher Report unveiled its ranking of the top-99 quarterbacks in NFL history.
Emory Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17
Falcons Waive QB Emory Jones
The Atlanta Falcons have waived QB Emory Jones, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Jones, 25, signed with the Ravens as an undrafted free agent out of Cincinnati following the 2024 draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 17
Five Atlanta Falcons Players Who Could Be Salary Cap Casualties
The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new era, and the next several weeks will be filled with major decisions. As of Tuesday, NFL teams can put franchise tags on players.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 17
Falcons named 'best team fit' for top free agent by ESPN
With Kirk Cousins still taking up a large portion of the salary cap, the Falcons won’t have a ton of money to spend this offseason. But they can make at least a couple of significant moves, and they now have yet another glaring hole following the recent arrest of star pass rusher James Pearce Jr.
Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Falcons rumors: Insider makes ‘hard to imagine’ Kyle Pitts prediction
The Atlanta Falcons are currently in the midst of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Atlanta had a disastrous 2025 season, which resulted in them firing both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, and replacing them with Kevin Stefanski and Ian Cunningham, respectively.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 17
PFF Believes Key Falcons Weapon Will Flourish Under Kevin Stefanski
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is coming off an impressive season, one that merited First Team All-Pro honors, after leading the entire league in total yards from scrimmage.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Falcons’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup post-Super Bowl as draft season ramps up
As the NFL calendar flips fully into draft season, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves at a fascinating crossroads. This is about reshaping the identity of a franchise entering a new leadership era.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 17
Three NFL players who are most likely to receive franchise tags
On Tuesday, a two-week window opened for NFL teams to franchise tag one player.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / February 17
Falcons’ Top 3 Trade Assets Revealed Amid NFL Offseason
As the NFL offseason approaches, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves in a pivotal moment for team restructuring. With new leadership under head coach Kevin Stefanski, the franchise is evaluating its roster and contemplating trades to improve its future prospects.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 16
What’s a potential Falcons contract extension for Drake London look like?
On the offensive side of the ball, a lot of the conversation surrounding the Falcons will revolve around Kyle Pitts, who is set to test unrestricted free agency following a bounce-back campaign in which he caught 88 balls for 928 yards and five touchdowns.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16
Browns have hired a new defensive coordinator
The Cleveland Browns have hired a new defensive coordinator to replace Jim Schwartz. Former Atlanta Falcons pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg is being hired as the new Browns defensive coordinator, according to reports.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / February 14
Former NFL executive makes bold claim about four-time Pro Bowler Kirk Cousins' future
The next Sam Darnold? According to one ESPN analyst, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins could be poised to have that kind of impact with the New York Jets.
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