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Adam Schefter Shares Devastating News on Quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Falcons dropped a fifth-straight game in Week 11, but it may not even be the worst thing they lost on Sunday. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

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Both Michael Penix Jr. and Drake London could miss time

Along with another frustrating loss, the Falcons are likely to be without two huge pieces for some time. Michael Penix Jr. went down with a knee injury in the third quarter and did not return.

College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / November 17

NFL return still possible for Bill Belichick?

Head coach Bill Belichick‘s first season with the University of North Carolina hasn’t gone well. While the Tar Heels entered the weekend on a two-game winning streak, that ended with a 28-12 loss to Wake Forest on Saturday.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / November 17

Falcons have once again made the wrong kind of history

Despite at times looking like a real contender, the Falcons somehow find themselves 3-7, thanks to a 1-4 record in one-possession games. Atlanta has lost two straight in overtime, and a couple of other defeats can be directly attributed to missed kicks.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

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 / November 17

Falcons Make More History In a Way Only They Can

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Falcons dropped their fifth game in a row in Week 11, this time in a 30-27 overtime defeat at the hands of the Carolina Panthers.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 17

Falcons downfall continues, as hot seat questions take over the conversation

No good team has ever lost five games in a row in the National Football League. That tells you all you need to know about Raheem Morris’ Atlanta Falcons after they dropped another heartbreaker in overtime — this time to the Carolina Panthers.

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 17

Adam Schefter Provides Worrying Injury Update on Drake London

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Falcons extended their losing streak to five games after blowing a double-digit second-half lead and dropping a Week 11 matchup with the Carolina Panthers 30-27.

Drake London News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 16

Drake London’s Knee Injury Not Believed To Be Serious, Could Still Miss Time

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Falcons WR Drake London’s knee injury is not believed to be overly serious. London is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury and how much time he will miss, if any.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / November 16

Falcons get concerning Michael Penix Jr. update after Week 11 loss

The most recent update certainly isn't favorable.

Panthers down Falcons in OT on career day for Bryce Young

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / November 16

Bad news emerges about Michael Penix Jr’s injury

It may be time for the Atlanta Falcons to wave the white flag on the season. Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had to exit Sunday’s Week 11 game against the Carolina Panthers with an injury.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 16

Falcons Concerned QB Michael Penix Jr Could Miss Time With Knee Injury

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr is believed to have aggravated the same knee injury he had earlier in the season. According

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 17

Injuries to monitor after Week 11: What is the level of concern for Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers?

Each week of the NFL season, Yardbarker will be monitoring players who have suffered notable injuries. Here are five we're tracking after Week 11.

Update on Steelers' Aaron Rodgers revealed following wrist injury

Pittsburgh's Jalen Ramsey ejected after punching Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase

NFL may have second spitting incident this season with Ramsey-Chase scuffle

Falcons get concerning Michael Penix Jr. update after Week 11 loss

Giants reportedly told QB Jaxson Dart to make necessary change

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 16

Falcons’ Season Spirals After Another Second-Half Meltdown vs. Panthers

ATLANTA, GA – The entire sideline seemed to be frozen in time after Ryan Fitzgerald’s kick sailed through the uprights. The Atlanta Falcons had let another winnable game after a second-half collapse in a 30-27 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers. Their losing streak stretched to five games, and this one felt all too familiar for the Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 16

Falcons’ Kirk Cousins defends Raheem Morris as losing streak continues

With their 30-27 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers, the Atlanta Falcons have now dropped to 3-7 on the year. Despite being in the midst of a five-game losing streak, the Falcons haven’t fully given up on head coach Raheem Morris.

Drake London News / Athlon Sports / November 16

Falcons Announce Drake London News After Leaving Panthers Game

The Atlanta Falcons dropped their fifth straight game on Sunday, falling to the Carolina Panthers by a final score of 30-27 and slipping to 3–7 on the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 16

7 Takeaways in Atlanta Falcons Brutal Loss to Carolina Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons jumped out to a 21-7 lead in the first half, but the offense dried up, and the Falcons couldn't hold up against Bryce Young, who turns into Steve Young against Atlanta.

Bijan Robinson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 16

Falcons make sick graphic for Bijan Robinson passing Michael Vick in franchise history

On Sunday, the Atlanta Falcons hit the field at home for a game against the divisional rival Carolina Panthers. The Falcons were looking to get back into the win column after four straight losses, including last week’s defeat at the hands of the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 14

Can Falcons save their season over winnable three-game stretch?

At 3-6, the Atlanta Falcons’ chances of making the playoffs sit at roughly 2%, but if there’s any hope of salvaging a nightmarish first half of the season, it has to begin with a very manageable three-week stretch ahead.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 14

Falcons Officially Rule Out Six From Week 11

The Atlanta Falcons announced that they’ve ruled out six players from Week 11, including CB Dee Alford (concussion), ILB Josh Woods (hamstring), ILB Malik Verdon (shoulder), EDGE Leonard Floyd (hamstring), G Matthew Bergeron (ankle), and DL Sam Roberts (knee/ankle).

Atlanta Falcons News / LWOSports.com / November 13

5 Head Coaching Candidates the 2026 Atlanta Falcons Could Pursue If Morris Fails

The Atlanta Falcons season is off to a rocky start in year two under Raheem Morris posting a 3-6 record through nine games. The Falcons, led by GM Terry Fontenot, were aggressive in the 2025 NFL draft moving their 2026 first-round pick, along with other draft compensation, to the Los Angeles Rams for their 2025 first-round selection.