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NFL hands Falcons veteran $11,941 fine after costly Panthers penalty
Atlanta Falcons veteran Jake Matthews has been fined $11,941 by the NFL after a costly facemask penalty during the team’s heavy Week 2 defeat to the Carolina Panthers.
C.J. Henderson News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Who is Atlanta Falcons Cornerback C.J. Henderson?
When star cornerback A.J. Terrell went down with a groin injury against the Carolina Panthers, putting him on injured reserve, fans wondered who defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich would put up to bat.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
How Will the Falcons Feed Their Three-Headed Offensive Monster?
The Atlanta Falcons finally got things rolling in their Week Three matchup against the Packers at Green Bay. With Michael Penix Jr. back under center, running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London put on a show.
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 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?
Jake Matthews News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 26
No Fun League Strikes Again as Falcons LT Jake Matthews Fined
The Atlanta Falcons are fresh off their first win of the 2026 regular season after dominating the Green Bay Packers 35-14 at Lambeau Field. However, a Week 2 fine recently handed down reminds us that the NFL can stand for the No Fun League.
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.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Did The Atlanta Falcons Just Have Their Statement Win of 2026?
The Atlanta Falcons were dead in the water going into their Week 3 prime-time matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Their only ray of hope for improvement was Michael Penix Jr.’s potential return.
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 / September 26
Falcons Offensive Explosion, Just the Beginning, According to Falcons Stars
The Atlanta Falcons finally delivered the type of performance they believed they were capable of producing, dominating the Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday night at Lambeau Field.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Is Kevin Stefanski Starting to Show Atlanta Why He’s the Guy for the Job?
The Atlanta Falcons started their season 0-2 with two awful games behind veteran backup quarterback Cooper Rush. Things looked bleak heading into Green Bay, but Michael Penix Jr.’s return promised a different outcome.
Kyle Pitts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 26
Can Kyle Pitts Get Some Love? Falcons Offense Erupts Without Star TE
The Atlanta Falcons (1-2) put on an offensive masterclass in their 35-14 Thursday Night Football Week 3 victory over the Green Bay Packers (1-2). In Michael Penix Jr.’s return as the starting quarterback, the unit exploded for 498 total yards on Sept.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 25
Falcons’ Bijan Robinson drops head-turning Kevin Stefanski-Martin Luther King Jr. comparison after big Packers win
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson made a head-turning comparison between head coach Kevin Stefanski and Martin Luther King Jr. after Thursday night’s 35-14 win over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 25
Falcons Robinson, London Make NFL History With Historic Production
The Atlanta Falcons have found a way to make NFL history with two of their biggest offensive stars. Bijan Robinson and Drake London have now recorded three games together in which Robinson rushed for at least 150 yards while London surpassed 150 receiving yards.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski responds to Martin Luther King Jr. comparison
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is in his first season with the organization and was arguably on the hot seat after only two games. The Falcons opened with an 0-2 record as Stefanski was forced to go with Cooper Rush at quarterback.
Bijan Robinson News / Scoop B / September 25
From Tucson to NFL Stardom: How Bijan Robinson Mastered the Art of On-Field Dominance and Off-Field Drip
If you turned on sports media or scrolled through social media today, there was one name completely dominating the national conversation: Bijan Robinson.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 25
Falcons @ Packers: A Look At 3 Winners and 3 Losers From the Game
The Atlanta Falcons got their first win of the season at Green Bay on Thursday Night Football. Let’s look at the winners and losers from the Falcons’ 35-14 win.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Jordan Love knows what Packers need after blowout loss to Falcons
Shortly after the Green Bay Packers suffered a humiliating 35-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur had an explanation.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 25
Surprise! The Falcons are a completely different team with Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons fans were put through a humiliation ritual over the first two weeks of the NFL season, forced to watch Cooper Rush start back-to-back games and turn in arguably the worst two-game stretch from a quarterback the league has ever seen.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Packers' Matt LaFleur shares Josh Jacobs admission after 'butt-whooping' loss to Falcons
The Green Bay Packers suffered the largest home loss in Matt LaFleur's eight years and LaFleur didn't dance around the events of the evening.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 24
Bijan Robinson, Drake London lead Falcons to dominant win over Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Bijan Robinson ran for 194 yards and two scores and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned from injury to ignite Atlanta's stagnant offense, leading the visiting Falcons to a 35-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 25
Michael Penix Jr. makes Falcons history in blowout win over Packers
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned to the field Thursday night hoping to save his team's season. He did that and more.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons-Packers 'TNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson runs wild, Jordan Love flops
The Falcons went to Lambeau Field and dominated the Packers to the tune of 35-14.
Bralen Trice News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 24
Falcons Elevate OLB Bralen Trice
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have elevated OLB Bralen Trice from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 3 against the Packers. Trice, 25, was a two-year starter at Washington and earned third-team All-American and first-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2023.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24
Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa Expected To Dress As Backup In Week 3
Thursday night’s opening game for Week 3 will see Michael Penix Jr. make his season debut with the Falcons. Atlanta’s other left-handed quarterback is set to be available as well.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / September 23
How Tua Tagovailoa has reacted to losing Falcons' starting job without playing
Tua Tagovailoa was set to serve as the Atlanta Falcons' Week 1 starting quarterback until he suffered an oblique injury ahead of Atlanta's season opener.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Futile Falcons flounder in Michael Penix Jr.'s return
Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Panthers' Dave Canales explains mindset of QB Bryce Young amid uncertainty
Young played well over his first two starts of the 2026 season after the Panthers elected to not sign him to a contract extension ahead of the campaign.
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