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Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 4
Kevin Stefanski Reveals Unusual NFL Job That Still Gives Him PTSD
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons brought Kevin Stefanski to the franchise to take over as its new head coach, but the franchise’s new head man found
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 3
Falcons second-year safety viewed as ready to make another leap
The Atlanta Falcons did not get where they wanted to go last season, falling short of the playoffs for the eighth straight season, but one of their biggest roster wins came from the 2025 NFL Draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 3
Atlanta Falcons Breakout Rookie Tabbed for Even Bigger Sophomore Season
When former Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot traded a future first-round pick and a second-round pick in 2025 to select James Pearce Jr. last season, the collective draft media lost its mind.
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 '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz
In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3
How Chargers' Mike McDaniel is trying to get Justin Herbert to reach major goal
Mike McDaniel wants Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert "to master and be elite at everything" he does and also be "able to own the position in a new way."
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.
25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused
The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 3
5 Most Indispensable Atlanta Falcons in 2026
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new head coach, a quarterback battle, and a lot of new faces trying to establish or re-establish themselves in the NFL.
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.
Kyle Pitts News / The SportsRush / July 2
Falcons Lock Up Kyle Pitts on $53M Extension
Kyle Pitts has a new deal. The Atlanta Falcons signed their tight end to a three-year extension worth $53 million in base value, replacing the one-year franchise tag that would have paid him $15.045 million for 2026.
Jahan Dotson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 2
Jahan Dotson really feeling himself with GOAT aspirations heading into Falcons training camp
The Atlanta Falcons should look a lot different when the 2026 season kicks off this fall. Atlanta is entering a new era under Kevin Stefanski, which could bring plenty of changes on the offensive side of the ball.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 2
New QB Rankings Paint Bleak Picture for Falcons in 2026
Two years ago, the Atlanta Falcons spent $100 million and a No. 8 overall draft pick to solve the quarterback problem that has plagued them since Matt Ryan's departure.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 1
Atlanta Falcons Offseason Grade Improves Under New Management
The Atlanta Falcons have the second-longest streak of missing the playoffs in the NFL at eight seasons. With a decade of futility comes plenty of criticism for moves that have failed to lift the team out of mediocrity.
Bijan Robinson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 1
The Evolution of Bijan Robinson, Who Still has Room for Improvement
Entering just his fourth season with the Atlanta Falcons, Bijan Robinson is already arguably the best running back in the league. Coming off an All-Pro season, the former eighth overall pick officially made the jump to superstar status.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Atlanta Falcons News / Total Pro Sports / June 30
Tyreek Hill Could Form NFL’s Most Explosive Duo With Superstar Quarterback
Tyreek Hill is still a free agent, still recovering from a torn ACL, and still one of the most intriguing names on the NFL market heading into the summer.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 30
What a Bijan Robinson Contract Extension Could Look Like for Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons signed wide receiver Drake London and tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. to lucrative contract extensions this month. Both players were scheduled to be free agents following the 2026 season, but new general manager Ian Cunningham made sure that didn't happen.
Kyle Pitts News / Yardbarker / June 30
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts Sr. makes major admission about contract extension
Pitts is coming off the best season, to date, of his career after the fourth overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft was somewhat of a disappointment across his first four campaigns.
Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 29
Falcons’ Kyle Pitts has ‘a lot more’ to offer after inking $54 million contract
Kyle Pitts returns to the Atlanta Falcons after signing a three-year, $54 million contract extension. It’s a move that maintains the club’s high-level skills position players while the team still seeks a franchise quarterback.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 29
Falcons Legends Have High Expectations for Team in 2026
Can the Atlanta Falcons be a sneaky good team in the 2026 season? Former players who suited up in the Red and Black think Atlanta is on pace to win the NFC South and reemerge in the playoff picture to end the NFL’s second-longest eight-season playoff drought.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 29
Can Nate Ollie's 'Superpower' Fix the Falcons' Run Defense?
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons defensive line understands where the improvement must come this season. The run defense, which finished 27th in expected points added per rush last season, needs to find its legs.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / June 27
Tua Tagovailoa ‘well positioned’ in Atlanta Falcons QB battle with Michael Penix Jr.
Tua Tagovailoa might get his second chance with the Atlanta Falcons as he’s in a good spot with the team’s quarterback battle. Former first round pick Michael Penix Jr.
Bijan Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 24
Ongoing Talks Between Falcons & RB Bijan Robinson
According to ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, extension talks between the Falcons and RB Bijan Robinson are ongoing. Raimondi notes that while Robinson is under contract for two more years after the team picked up his fifth-year option, all indications are Atlanta plans to lock him up well before that, perhaps even soon.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 23
RB Bijan Robinson is up next for Falcons after $54M extension for TE Kyle Pitts
Robinson may be feeling a little envious after the Atlanta Falcons signed two of their other skill players to contract extensions.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23
Falcons Could Make WR Addition
Drake London is set to anchor the Falcons’ receiver room once again in 2026 and well into the future. Atlanta could be among the teams seeking additional depth this summer, though.
Billy Bowman Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / June 21
Falcons DB Billy Bowman Jr. Could Open Season On PUP List; Latest On Team’s LB Corps
Falcons defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. showed a fair amount of promise during his rookie year in 2025. Earning a notable role in training camp, he enjoyed an 80% snap share and picked up an interception, 1.5 sacks, and 26 total tackles while limiting opposing passers to a 76.0 quarterback rating.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 18
Michael Penix Jr. gets more bad news amid Tua Tagovailoa competition
Penix Jr. seems to be facing an uphill battle in his competition with Tagovailoa.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. offers injury update after worrisome revelation
Penix Jr. is losing ground in the Falcons' QB competition due to his ongoing injury recovery. When will he be able to return to full-time action and get a chance to close the gap in the competition?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 16
Falcons share discouraging Michael Penix Jr. update amid Tua Tagovailoa competition
Penix has spent portions of the offseason learning a new offense while recovering from the surgery he needed last fall to repair a partially torn ACL.
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