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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 21
Who is the Atlanta Falcons' Biggest Breakout Candidate?
The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new generation in 2026, but who could be leading that charge? There will be several breakout candidates for the franchise
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 21
2 underrated Falcons sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. provided a positive update during minicamp, stating that although he is not yet 100% recovered from last season’s ACL injury, he is making good progress in his rehabilitation.
Atlanta Falcons 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.
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.
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Tua Tagovailoa News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 21
ESPN Analyst Raises Concerns About Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa
Was Tua Tagovailoa's 2025 season the blip, or was everything before it? That question just might define the Atlanta Falcons ' season before it even starts.
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 greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise
Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 20
Falcons Players Buying In to Kevin Stefanski, New Regime
FLOWERY BRANCH – Mandatory minicamp wrapped up this week, and the early reviews of the Atlanta Falcons' new regime have been overwhelmingly positive. It’s
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 / June 19
World Cup Gives Atlanta Falcons, Spain a Chance to Swap Stadiums
With the World Cup officially underway, the first half of the Atlanta Falcons and the Spanish National team's stadium swap is being completed. Spain has already played its first game of the group stages at Mercedes-Benz, and will play its second on Sunday evening.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 19
Atlanta Falcons Spring Surprise Ready for More
Atlanta Falcons third-round pick Zachariah Branch is set to make an immediate impact on the field as a rookie. The former Georgia Bulldogs star is an electrifying
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Falcons create new offseason competition with intriguing signing
While the Atlanta Falcons are going through a quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., the team has created another battle this offseason with their latest signing.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 18
3 Winners and Losers from Atlanta Falcons Offseason
A lot can change from the end of one NFL season to the start of another, and with the draft and a majority of free agency completed, most NFL rosters look very similar to how they will look in Week 1.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 18
Atlanta Falcons Add Former Saints/Australian Punter
The Atlanta Falcons have signed punter Matthew Hayball to the team. The 29-year-old Australian has been designated as the international exemption player and will not count against the team's 90-man roster limit and could be a 17th player on the 16-man practice squad during the season.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Matthew Hayball News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 18
Falcons Sign P Matthew Hayball
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have signed P Matthew Hayball to a contract. It’s worth noting Hayball has been designated as the team’s exempt international player, meaning he will not count towards the team’s 90-man roster limit.
Maason Smith News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 18
New Falcons DL Maason Smith Thrilled to be 'Celebrated not Tolerated'
Maason Smith found out he had been traded to the Atlanta Falcons while on a golf course. He was shocked to hear the news, but said it was a good shock
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 18
5 Biggest Takeaways as Falcons Wrap Up Mandatory Minicamp
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons put a bow on their mandatory minicamp and offseason program on Wednesday. They now wave goodbye to one another until
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 17
Michael Penix Jr. Reveals Key Difference from Previous Falcons Staff
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are laying the groundwork for their 2026 season during the final phase of the offseason, both literally and figuratively. Footwork. It’s the foundation for the quarterback that will either quickly set him up for success or failure.
Atlanta Falcons 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?
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 16
NFC Notes: Drake London Contract, Tetairoa McMillan, Falcons, Panthers
The Falcons signed WR Drake London to a long-term extension with a new-money average of $35.26 million per year and a total five-year base value of $157.88 million, including a $33.656 million signing bonus and fully guaranteed compensation through the first two years of the deal.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / June 16
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. won't participate in minicamp team sessions
Atlanta Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. won't participate in team drills despite rejoining the team for this week's minicamp. Head coach Kevin Stefanski shared the news Tuesday, confirming earlier reports that Pearce was back with the team for the camp that runs through Thursday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / June 15
DE James Pearce Jr. to attend Falcons' minicamp
James Pearce Jr. was at the Falcons' facility on Monday to undergo a physical before the start of Atlanta's mandatory minicamp this week. The 22-year-old pass rusher was not with the team for voluntary workouts in the spring due to off-field issues.
James Pearce Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / June 15
Report: James Pearce Jr. expected to be present for Falcons mandatory minicamp
According to Fox 5, Falcons star pass rusher James Pearce Jr. will be in attendance at mandatory minicamp this week. In late May, it was reported that the charges against James Pearce Jr.
Storm Norton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 11
Falcons Place OT Storm Norton On PUP List
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed OT Storm Norton on the reserve/physically unable to perform list. Norton missed the entire 2025 season due to ankle injury last summer.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / June 10
Falcons fans will love this comments from Drake London following extension
The biggest move of the Falcons’ offseason was inking Drake London to a four-year, $141 million contract extension. The deal makes him the third-highest paid pass catcher in the league — a well-deserved moment for a player who embodies everything the Falcons are trying to build in Atlanta.
Bijan Robinson News / Pro Football Rumors / June 8
Falcons Discussing Extension With RB Bijan Robinson
The post-draft period of the offseason was understandably viewed by Atlanta as the time to work out extensions with Drake London and Bijan Robinson. One of those has already been taken care of, and the other could be in place relatively soon.
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