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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 12
Changing Times: Falcons starters to play in preseason opener
One of the more frustrating aspects of the previous two Falcons coaching staffs was that they absolutely refused to play their starters in the preseason, specifically the quarterbacks.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Field Level Media / August 12
Tua Tagovailoa will start Falcons' preseason opener but no QB1 named
The Atlanta Falcons have named a starting quarterback, but only for their preseason opener. Atlanta coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters on Wednesday that Tua Tagovailoa will start the Falcons' first preseason game against the visiting Denver Broncos on Friday.
The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks to throw for 400 yards or more at least five times in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?
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 / Yardbarker / August 12
Falcons name starting quarterback for preseason opener
The Falcons shared who will start at QB when the team kicks off the preseason.
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.
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 / SportsTalkATL / August 12
Michael Penix: 'Physically, I got a good ACL… Mentally, do I trust it?'
The Falcons quarterback competition really isn’t a competition until Michael Penix Jr. is cleared for 11-on-11 work. So far, he’s been working with the
Zachariah Branch News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 12
Falcons' Zachariah Branch Is Turning Heads at Training Camp
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons believe they have something in Zachariah Branch, and the early returns from training camp have done nothing to dampen
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 / Yardbarker / August 12
Falcons coach seems to say plenty about supposed Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. competition
Falcons quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt addressed the team's quarterback situation.
Emmanuel Ogbah News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 11
Falcons Worked Out DE Emmanuel Ogbah
The Atlanta Falcons had DE Emmanuel Ogbah in for a tryout today, per the NFL transaction wire. The Falcons need help at edge rusher with Jalon Walker tearing his ACL and James Pearce Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 11
Falcons Add More OL Depth, Sign Former Eagles, Alabama OL
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Atlanta Falcons got some good injury news on Monday morning when they cleared offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor for practice and removed him from the PUP List.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11
Bijan Robinson is set up to be league-winning fantasy football pick under Kevin Stefanski
If you’re fortunate enough to land a top-five pick in your 2026 fantasy football draft, don’t overthink Bijan Robinson. Take him. The Atlanta Falcons superstar
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10
Todd Monken needs to keep job in mind when naming Browns' starting QB
Even in their first training camp in life without Myles Garrett, there's one question looming over the Cleveland Browns more than any other.
Atlanta Falcons News / EssentiallySports / August 10
'Very Anti-Diva Stuff': Falcons’ Drake London Reveals Why He Won’t Beg Tua Tagovailoa for Targets
Back in the 2023 season opener against the Carolina Panthers, wide receiver Drake London was beginning his second NFL season with the Atlanta Falcons after an efficient rookie campaign.
Jawaan Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10
Falcons Activate RT Jawaan Taylor Among Four Roster Moves
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have activated RT Jawaan Taylor from the PUP list. Additionally, the Falcons have officially signed DE Cameron Sample.
Cameron Sample News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10
Falcons To Sign Cameron Sample
Known to be in the market for a pass rush addition, the Falcons have lined up a free agent agreement. Cameron Sample is set to sign with Atlanta, Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports.
Ian Rapoport News / SportsTalkATL / August 10
Ian Rapoport says the obvious about the Falcons quarterback battle
The Falcons brought in Tua Tagovailoa during the offseason for a couple of reasons: insurance for Michael Penix Jr., who’s coming off the third ACL injury of his career, and legitimate competition.
Atlanta Falcons News / The Lead / August 9
Atlanta Locked Up Its Offensive Trio, but the Hard Part Is Not Over
Earlier this week, Atlanta locked in Bijan Robinson with a 3-year extension worth up to $75 million. The deal follows Robinson’s standout production, including leading the NFL in scrimmage yards during the 2025 season.
Kyle Trask News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 8
Panthers To Sign QB Kyle Trask
Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer reports that the Panthers are expected to sign QB Kyle Trask to an undisclosed contract. Trask worked out for the Panthers earlier in the week and it looks like things went well enough for him to earn an offer from the team.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / August 8
Former Atlanta Falcons WR Has Died
Ray Jarvis, a former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver whose professional journey began in the Georgia capital, passed away on Aug. 3 at the age of 77. He died in Waukesha, Wisconsin, according to his family, leaving behind a career that spanned nine NFL seasons and a lasting legacy rooted in his early days with the Falcons.
Troy Andersen News / Pro Football Rumors / August 7
Falcons Release LB Troy Andersen
Troy Andersen‘s injury-plagued tenure with the Falcons has come to an end. The former second-round pick was released on Friday, per a team announcement.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 6
Michael Penix Jr. makes honest admission about QB competition vs. Tua Tagovailoa
Penix Jr. discussed his mindset amid his recovery.
Atlanta Falcons 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.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / August 5
Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa addresses narrative about Michael Penix Jr. QB competition
Tagovailoa isn't accepting what many in the football world believe to be a foregone conclusion.
Jalon Walker News / Yardbarker / August 4
Falcons hit with brutal injury to key defender at training camp
Just as the Atlanta Falcons solved one problem, another emerges.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / August 5
Bijan Robinson extension continues curious Falcons offseason strategy
The Falcons have locked in another key member of their core, but a huge missing piece remains.
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