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Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / August 19
Tua Tagovailoa opens up about Dolphins exit, trying to resurrect career with Falcons
Tagovailoa dealt with setbacks related to concussions and other injuries throughout his Dolphins tenure.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18
Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa shares Nick Saban’s advice that resonated after release
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was thought of as a future franchise quarterback when the Miami Dolphins plucked him from the Alabama football program fifth overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix, Jalon Walker, Falcons, Panthers
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski believes QB Michael Penix will gain more control and confidence over the team’s offense once he is fully cleared to return to work.
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 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz
How many of the 39 NFL players to rush for at least 300 yards in a single NFL playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 18
Falcons Receive Apocalyptic Prediction in ESPN's Future Power Rankings
When it comes to prognostications for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026, for the most part, they're not overly positive. The big reason is simple: there are questions at quarterback.
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.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Za'Darius Smith News / SportsTalkATL / August 18
Falcons sign three-time Pro-Bowler Za’Darius Smith
According to Ian Rapoport, the Falcons inked a one-year, $6 million contract with veteran pass rusher Za’Darius Smith. Smith has made three Pro Bowls throughout his career, the latest coming in 2022 with the Minnesota Vikings after recording 10.0 sacks and 24 quarterback hits.
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.
Za'Darius Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / August 18
Falcons Sign Za’Darius Smith
Za’Darius Smith met with the Falcons yesterday, and a deal has now been worked out. The veteran edge rusher agreed to terms Tuesday morning, as first reported by The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL executives reportedly 'scoffing' at Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. situation
A Monday report indicated that Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski could soon name Tagovailoa the team's Week 1 starting QB as Penix continues to recover from the surgery he needed last fall to repair a partially torn ACL.
Kevin Stefanski News / SportsTalkATL / August 17
Kevin Stefanski provides slew of Falcons injury updates
A slew of Falcons starters are dealing with nicks and bruises leading up to the season, but outside of Jalon Walker, who was lost for the entire season after suffering a torn ACL, it doesn’t appear any of them are in serious danger of missing Week 1 at the moment.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 17
ESPN has a nightmare bold prediction for the Atlanta Falcons
Less than a month away from the start of the NFL regular season, ESPN just dropped its power rankings ahead of Week 1, which included a bold prediction for each team.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 17
Falcons Waive Former Patriots Starting Lineman, Saints Punter
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Atlanta Falcons are continually making adjustments to their 90-man roster for the summer as they try to get ready for cutdowns to 53 players on August 30th.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 17
Was It as Bad as It Looked? Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos Post-Mortem
ATLANTA, GA - The Kevin Stefanski era doesn't really kick off for the Atlanta Falcons until they take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 13th, but they got a dress rehearsal on Friday night against the Denver Broncos.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
Falcons Waived OL Layden Robinson & P Matthew Hayball
The Falcons announced on Monday that they have waived OL Layden Robinson and P Matthew Hayball. Robinson, 25, was a three-year starter at Texas A&M and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2023.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 17
Falcons may be ready to make expected Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. decision
It has really been a quarterback competition in name only from springtime workouts through the midway point of August.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 16
Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers chasing NFL breakthrough
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Dohnte Meyers did not take a conventional path to the NFL. Small-school football, an undrafted exit from college, DoorDash deliveries and a successful stop in Canada all preceded his first opportunity with an NFL team.
Jack Nelson News / Viral Sports News / August 15
Falcons Terminate Contract of 6-foot-7 Big Ten Standout
The Atlanta Falcons have terminated the contract of offensive tackle Jack Nelson, waiving the 2025 seventh-round pick with an injury settlement. The move ends Nelson’s brief tenure with the team after he was initially waived/injured earlier in the week and reverted to injured reserve.
Atlanta Falcons News / TWSN / August 15
The Atlanta Falcons' 2026 Season Is Already Over
Calling a season over for a team based on just one week of preseason action and before Week 1 even takes place is typically an overreaction. For the Atlanta Falcons, though, the warning signs have become too great to ignore.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
Jarrett Stidham may have secured Broncos' backup QB job
With Bo Nix resting and entrenched as the face of the Denver Broncos' franchise, Jarrett Stidham got the start against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday night.
Sean Payton News / Yardbarker / August 14
Sean Payton proves NFC South rivalry still lives on with shot at Falcons fans
When it comes to the fierceness of their rivalries, the NFC South does not always get the same level of hype or respect as some other divisions in the NFL. When you think of brutal, intense rivalries or the historic rivalries, your mind probably goes to the NFC East, NFC North, AFC North or even the AFC West.
Courtland Sutton News / Yardbarker / August 14
Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons
Even without starting quarterback Bo Nix playing, the Denver Broncos were hoping to get off to a fast start on Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons. Courtland Sutton helped the Broncos accomplish that goal in his short amount of time on the field.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. gets significant suspension from NFL
Atlanta Falcons edge-rusher James Pearce Jr. has received a significant suspension from the NFL stemming from his offseason arrest.
James Pearce Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14
Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Handed Eight-Game Suspension
The NFL has acted on the James Pearce Jr. matter. Pearce’s offseason arrest will produce an eight-game suspension, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Pearce will not appeal the ban, according to The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones and Josh Kendall.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 13
Why you should be a believer in the Falcons
Could the Falcons claim a NFC South title this season?
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 13
Jalon Walker News / Yardbarker / August 5
Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for promising Falcons second-year LB Jalon Walker
Walker flashed franchise cornerstone potential after the Falcons selected the former Georgia Bulldogs standout with pick No. 15 in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / August 5
Bijan Robinson reveals 'dream' after signing extension with Falcons
Robinson agreed to a three-year, $75M contract extension that included $51M guaranteed and made him the NFL's highest-paid running back.
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