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Could Kirk Cousins be on the Falcons roster in 2026?

It’s a conversation not many people thought was possible a couple of weeks ago, but with Michael Penix Jr.’s future up in the air due to injury — and Kirk Cousins looking competent for the first time in nearly a year against the Saints — is there now a real chance the veteran returns for a third season in Atlanta?

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How Next-Man-Up Mentality Helped Snap Falcons Losing Skid

The Atlanta Falcons have been navigating a wave of injuries all season long. Starting right tackle Kaleb McGary went down for the season right before Week 1, quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

James Pearce Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26

The Winning Mindset that Helps Falcons Rookie James Pearce Flourish

James Pearce Jr. has been coming alive in the past few weeks for the Atlanta Falcons. In Sunday’s win over the New Orleans Saints, the rookie recorded

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Atlanta’s Defensive Identity Emerging Behind Young Stars

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons ’ 2025 season has been bruising, chaotic, and at times exhausting. But underneath all that wreckage, something real may be forming.

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.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw both three touchdowns and three interceptions in multiple games in the Super Bowl Era can you name in six minutes?

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Pro Football Rumors / November 25

Bill Belichick expected to draw interest from multiple teams

The Giants and Titans fired their head coaches earlier in the campaign, but other teams are sure to join them on the market by the end of the season. At least five more jobs could open up, Josina Anderson of The Exhibit reports.

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.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Zane Gonzalez News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons Kicker Gonzalez Matches Team Feat Not Seen in 30 Year vs Saints

Twelve weeks into the NFL season, the Atlanta Falcons are already on their third starting kicker of the season. Younghoe Koo, who had been serving as Atlanta’s kicker since 2019, headed into Week 1 as the starter, despite missing a career-high nine kicks last season.

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.

Divine Deablo News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons Linebacker Divine Deablo Receives High PFF Grade in Return

The Atlanta Falcons snapped a five-game skid as they beat the New Orleans Saints 24-10 on Sunday. The defense shone, sparked by the return of linebacker

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 25

This is a damning indictment on Terry Fontentot’s tenure as Falcons GM

Depending on how the season ends, it’s very likely the Falcons could be searching for a new head coach and GM this offseason. Most Falcons fans can’t get rid of Raheem Morris fast enough, but in a somewhat surprising twist, there seems to be much more pushback when it comes to the future of GM Terry Fontenot.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons' Controversial Draft Day Trade with Rams Paying Big Dividends

When the Atlanta Falcons made the bold decision to trade a future first, a second, and a seventh round pick to the Rams to get a first and a third in return, they did so targeting edge rusher James Pearce Jr.

Raheem Morris News / Gridiron Heroics / November 25

'The Kitchen Is Getting Hot Over There': Falcons Icon Speaks Out on Raheem Morris’ Job With Atlanta

The Atlanta Falcons appear to be at a breaking point, and longtime franchise great Todd McClure believes the clock is ticking on head coach Raheem Morris.

Brandon Dorlus News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 24

Brandon Dorlus on Historic Pace as He Steps Up for Falcons

After what was essentially a redshirt rookie season, playing just 19 total defensive snaps last season, defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus was set to play a big role for the Atlanta Falcons this season.

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

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / November 24

Raheem Morris praises Kirk Cousins, team effort in Falcons' first win in 6 weeks

For the first time in six weeks, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris had a reason to smile in his weekly Monday press conference. Atlanta (4-7) snapped a five-game losing streak with a 24-10 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, despite the absence of quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 24

Falcons’ Raheem Morris backs James Pearce Jr. amid backlash about draft night trade

The Atlanta Falcons were able to get back in the win column during Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints, as it had been some weeks since they got a victory.

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Atlanta Falcons Sign former Vikings, Patriots Starter for Additional WR Depth

The Atlanta Falcons got a much-needed win on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. They did it in a rather unconventional way, playing more three-tight-end sets than any team in the NFL since 2016.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 24

A very encouraging sign if Falcons make a coaching change at season’s end

A win over the Saints will temporarily cool some of the fire surrounding the Atlanta Falcons right now, but unless Kirk Cousins can help the team mount a miraculous climb back up the standings over the final six weeks, tough decisions will have to be made on Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris.