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On YouTubeDee Alford News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
Dee Alford Turns the Noise Into Fuel as Falcons’ Defense Dominates
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Dee Alford heard every word. Every tweet. Every sports radio segment. A year later, those same critics are quiet because the Atlanta Falcons ’ most unlikely contributor has quietly become one of their biggest defensive weapons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 18
Falcons HC Raheem Morris speaks out after dismissing WR Ray-Ray McCloud from practice
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris sent wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud home from practice on Friday.
The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz
How many of the NFL players to find the end zone at least 100 total times in their career can you name in five minutes?
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.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
Atlanta Falcons Get Answer on San Francisco 49ers Starting Quarterback
The Atlanta Falcons have a multitude of injuries heading into Sunday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers, including star rookies Jalon Walker and Billy Bowman Jr.
The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time
Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.
Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?
Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.
Ray-Ray McCloud News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 17
Falcons’ Ray-Ray McCloud sent home after ‘private matter’ with team
The Atlanta Falcons are heading into their Week 7 Sunday night San Francisco 49ers showdown with good vibes after beating the Buffalo Bills last Monday night.
George Kittle News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle Expected to Return vs Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons (3-2) are set to travel to San Francisco in Week 7 for a Sunday Night primetime matchup with the 49ers (4-2). Kittle told the media on Wednesday that he plans to play in Sunday’s matchup against Atlanta. “I fully plan on playing Sunday,” Kittle said during Thursday’s presser.
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.
Darnell Mooney News / Pro Football Talk / October 17
Jake Matthews, Darnell Mooney questionable to play for the Falcons 
We'll have to wait until Sunday to find out if Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews will extend his streak of consecutive starts to 184 games. Matthews hurt his ankle in last Monday's win over the Bills and he has been listed as questionable to play against the 49ers.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
Atlanta Falcons Get Answers on Several Starters Ahead of 49ers Matchup
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons are heading west, and looking to lock down a three-game winning streak on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 17
Atlanta Falcons Update Whether Kicking Competition Is Still Active
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons have experienced a rather fluid situation at the kicker position this season, and it does not appear to be fully settled. The troubles began after Younghoe Koo missed a potential game-tying field goal in the Falcons’ Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 17
Bills under fire for 'inexcusable' decision that cost them in the loss against the Atlanta Falcons
The Buffalo Bills have plenty of things to clean up during the bye week after back-to-back losses to the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons. Buffalo's defense was gashed in the first half against the Falcons, with running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London having career days against the Bills.
Jordan Fuller News / Pro Football Rumors / October 16
Falcons designate veteran safety for return from IR
The Falcons will soon be adding some depth to their secondary.
Drake London News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16
NFC Notes: Michael Penix, Drake London, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
The Falcons notched a signature win at home last weekend after beating the Bills. “That’s the football we want to play,” Falcons QB Michael Penix said, via the team’s website.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16
Michael Penix Jr. claims Falcons are ‘legit.’ Here’s why he’s 100% right
The Atlanta Falcons have been one of the harder teams to get a read on so far this NFL season, but now their spot in the NFC hierarchy is becoming clearer.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 16
Falcons veteran safety set to return from IR
The Falcons are dealing with several injuries heading into their Week 7 Sunday Night Football matchup with the Bills, but at least one new face will be rejoining the team.
Bijan Robinson News / Gridiron Heroics / October 16
'He Is the Best Player in the NFL': Former NFL Star Aqib Talib Has High Praise for $22 Million RB
The Atlanta Falcons’ Bijan Robinson has been generating significant buzz in the NFL, and former star Aqib Talib has added to the excitement by declaring him the best player in the league.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 16
Atlanta Falcons NFL Trade Deadline Needs
The NFL trade deadline is just a few weeks away, and the expectation around the league is that it will be an active one. “In a copycat league where teams
Richie Grant News / Pro Football Rumors / October 15
Former second-round safety lands with Patriots after disappointing with Falcons
There’s a chance New England pursued Grant because of his starting experience.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 15
Several key pieces featured on Falcons injury report
Short weeks in the NFL are always difficult, especially for players dealing with injuries, and the Falcons have several of them as they prepare for a Sunday Night Football matchup just six days after beating the Bills on Monday Night Football.
Michael Penix Jr. News / A to Z Sports / October 14
Atlanta Falcons give Michael Penix Jr. another weapon, and a defensive upgrade highlights latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft
After the Falcons mortgaged a lot of draft capital to trade back into the end of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to take pass rusher James Pearce Jr., they were left without many draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft class.
Raheem Morris News / Field Level Media / October 14
Falcons OT Jake Matthews (ankle) day-to-day
Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris said on Tuesday that starting left tackle Jake Matthews is day-to-day with a left ankle injury. Matthews hurt the ankle in the third quarter of the Falcons' 24-14 home win over the Buffalo Bills on Monday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Bijan Robinson's record-breaking pace should make him early OPOY favorite over fellow star RB
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson continued his record-breaking pace in a victory over the Buffalo Bills on "Monday Night Football," and his performance so far this season should put him in the driver's seat for OPOY honors.
The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players to lead their NFL teams in touchdown catches can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Falcons HC repeats bold Bijan Robinson take after win over Bills
Robinson produced a superstar performance in Monday night's 24-14 win over the Bills that improved the Falcons to 3-2 on the season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 13
Falcons Elevated Two For Monday Night Football
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have elevated CB Keith Taylor and WR Deven Thompkins from the practice squad to the active roster for Monday night’s game against the Bills. Thompkins, 25, went undrafted out of Utah State in 2022 before catching on with Tampa Bay.
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