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Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / October 20
Atlanta Falcons Terminate QB Contract Before Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Cooper Rush on Monday and signed veteran Andy Dalton in a corresponding roster move, the team announced. Rush, 32, joined the Falcons on the opening day of training camp amid injuries at the position.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Chicago Bears @ Atlanta Falcons Recap: Another Close Loss For The Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons gave another mixed-bag performance against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Chicago won 31-23, a close game, but miscues and injuries made it a tougher watch than it looked.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / October 19
The Falcons’ offensive woes are not just on Michael Penix Jr.
For the second week in a row, the Falcons’ offense came up small in a loss, this time to the Chicago Bears. Atlanta managed next to nothing in the first half outside of one impressive touchdown drive, which let the Bears own the time of possession battle — a trend that bled into the third quarter.
The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for multiple touchdowns on at least four occasions can you name in five minutes?
Cooper Rush News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19
Falcons Officially Cut QB Cooper Rush
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have officially released QB Cooper Rush. This move comes in correspondence with the Falcons officially signing QB Andy Dalton.
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.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / October 19
Pivotal piece to the Falcons defense could return against 49ers
The Falcons’ defense took a couple of injuries to its linebacker corps against the Bears, both serious enough to potentially keep those players out this weekend against the 49ers.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 19
Multiple Falcons linebackers suffer injuries in loss to Bears
Along with another loss, the Falcons took a couple of major hits to their linebacker corps Sunday, with both starters exiting the game injured. Divine
Cooper Rush News / SportsTalkATL / October 19
The Cooper Rush Era Has Come To An End With The Falcons
Following the Falcons loss to the Bears, Atlanta made a change to their quarterback room, signing veteran Andy Dalton and releasing Cooper Rush. I’ll just say what everyone’s thinking: it’s certifiably insane that Cooper Rush lasted on the Falcons roster this long.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 19
Same Old Falcons? Two Losses Expose How Far Atlanta Still Has to Go
Being a Falcons fan these last several seasons has been a roller coaster, and not the fun kind. We never walk into a year with much confidence, even though each season represents an opportunity that this might finally be the year in which things take a positive to turn.
NFL News / Field Level Media / October 19
Reports: Falcons signing Andy Dalton, cutting Cooper Rush
The Atlanta Falcons are signing veteran Andy Dalton and releasing fellow quarterback Cooper Rush, according to multiple media reports Monday. Dalton, who turns 39 on Oct.
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.
Kevin Stefanski News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19
Bears fans took over Atlanta and made life miserable for Kevin Stefanski, Falcons
On Sunday, the Chicago Bears held it together to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23. After leading 31-7, the Falcons mounted a comeback into the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, but the Bears held on.
Andy Dalton News / Yardbarker / October 19
Falcons deepen QB room with addition of Andy Dalton
The Falcons have been just one of a few NFL teams that have carried four quarterbacks on their 53-man roster this season.
Andy Dalton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19
Falcons Signing QB Andy Dalton
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Falcons are signing veteran QB Andy Dalton. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are releasing QB Cooper Rush in a corresponding move.
Atlanta Falcons News / TWSN / October 19
Atlanta Falcons Dealing With Seriously Frightening Injury
The Atlanta Falcons experienced a frightening moment during Sunday’s matchup against the Chicago Bears when rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels suffered a potentially serious injury that required medical personnel to remove him from the field on a stretcher.
Zachariah Branch News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 19
Where Falcons Rookie Zachariah Branch Found Support after Costly Mistakes
Zachariah Branch was one of the most talked-about Atlanta Falcons rookies during the offseason. Coming out of USC and Georgia, his blazing speed and explosiveness
Kendal Daniels News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
Falcons Get Update on LB Kendal Daniels After Scary Injury
Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels was transported to Grady Hospital after suffering a frightening injury against the Chicago Bears on Sunday,
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
Falcons Forced to Use Silent Count at Home Against Bears
ATLANTA – Mercedes-Benz Stadium has not been kind to the Atlanta Falcons this season. After a 31-23 loss to the Chicago Bears, Kevin Stefanski’s team is
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18
4 Winners, 3 Losers after Atlanta Falcons Fall to Chicago Bears
The Atlanta Falcons had a frustrating afternoon against the Chicago Bears, losing 31-23, with several standout individual performances overshadowed by costly turnovers, offensive line struggles, and a growing list of injuries.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 17
Falcons Rookie CB Avieon Terrell Will Step Into The Spotlight Against The Bears
On Friday afternoon, the media learned that Falcons backup cornerback C.J. Henderson won’t be available against the Bears on Sunday. Losing one corner isn’t detrimental, but Atlanta has been surviving without its star cornerback, A.J.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17
What Caleb Williams' expected return would mean for Bears, Falcons
For the first time since suffering an injury in Week 2, it appears that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is ready to return to action.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17
Falcons Making Four Moves, Elevating DE Drake Jackson
The Atlanta Falcons announced they are elevating two from the practice squad to the active roster, including DE Drake Jackson. They also re-signed S Jammie Robinson to the practice squad and are using their other elevation on him.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13
Bears' Caleb Williams on track to return for Week 6 game at Falcons
During a Tuesday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," league insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network/ESPN shared an update on Williams' availability for the Bears-Falcons game.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Insider shares big update on Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. after 'SNF' loss to Ravens
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) was scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday. The NFC South franchise reportedly heard the news it wanted.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 12
Adam Schefter shares massive Lamar Jackson, Cam Jurgens updates for Ravens' game at Browns
The Baltimore Ravens earned an impressive 30-23 overtime victory at the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley starting in place of Jackson, who was nursing the ankle injury he suffered on Oct. 4.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. shares injury update after Falcons' overtime loss to Ravens
Penix Jr. couldn't finish Atlanta's game against the Ravens in Week 5.
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