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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 18
Bill Belichick reportedly 'has upper-level personnel still fond of him' with these NFL teams
It sounds like at least some NFL clubs could want to speak with Bill Belichick once the ongoing regular season wraps up.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 18
Former Falcons QB AJ McCarron Lands Head Coaching Job
BIRMINGHAM – Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback AJ McCarron is trying his hand as a head coach. McCarron will replace Skip Holtz as the next head coach of the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions.
James Pearce Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 18
James Pearce Jr. Doing Something 'Borderline Historic' In Outstanding Rookie Season
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons made a well-documented move last spring to acquire James Pearce Jr., and needless to say, the early returns have been well worth the gamble.
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.
The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 18
Trey McBride Is Doing Something No TE Has Done in 20 Years, and the Falcons Know It
PHOENIX – The Atlanta Falcons have a unique challenge awaiting them in Week 16. Trey McBride has consistently been one of the NFL’s best tight ends, if not its most valuable offensive weapon. The tight end has exploded during his fourth season in the league, leading all NFL players in receptions (105).
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 biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 18
'Everything's On the Table' For A Kirk Cousins Return in 2026
FLOWERY BRANCH – Kirk Cousins put the Atlanta Falcons on notice with his outstanding performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday night. The
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 / Field Level Media / December 18
Cards, Falcons riding backup QBs down stretch of frustrating seasons
Neither the Atlanta Falcons nor the Arizona Cardinals have the record they thought they would have at this point of the season. Ahead of their meeting in Glendale, Ariz., on Sunday, the teams are also not using the starting quarterbacks they assumed they would have.
Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 17
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts not thinking about free agency after career game
The Atlanta Falcons received clarity on Kyle Pitts’ mindset following his historic Week 15 performance, as the tight end made it clear his focus remains on football and the teammates around him.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 17
Critical Player Returns To Practice Field For The Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH – Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) was back on the practice field ahead of their Week 16 trip to face off with the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
Jalon Walker News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 17
Falcons' Defender Cracks PFF's Top 15 Rookies List
Atlanta Falcons rookie Jalon Walker has already made his mark as one of the top rookies in the league. Pro Football Focus contributor Lauren Gray included the former Georgia standout in her ranking of the top 15 rookies of the 2025 season.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 17
Falcons declare three players out for the season
On Wednesday, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris officially declared three players out for the season: Zach Harrison, Bralen Trice, and Troy Andersen. Of the three, Zach Harrison was the only one to appear in a game this season and was in the midst of a career year, recording 4.5 sacks in just seven games.
Drake London News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 17
Falcons’ Drake London injury update is music to ears of fantasy football managers
The Atlanta Falcons are currently gearing up for a matchup against the Arizona Cardinals this weekend, having picked up a surprise win on the road over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last week.
Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / December 16
Overreaction Tuesday: Should the Falcons extend Kyle Pitts?
In the absence of Drake London, tight end Kyle Pitts has taken full advantage of the opportunity to serve as the Falcons’ top receiving option. That role culminated in a career night on Thursday Night Football, when the former fourth overall pick hauled in 11 passes for 166 yards and three touchdowns.
Kyle Pitts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 15
Franchise Tag Candidate: Kyle Pitts
The Falcons have only used the franchise tag three times since the NFL introduced it in 1993. With tight end Kyle Pitts a pending free agent, he could become the fourth Falcon to receive the tag during the upcoming offseason.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / December 15
Raheem Morris: Upset win should spur Falcons to finish strong
With three games left in a disappointing campaign, all Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris wants to see is his team fight. In a season that's seen Atlanta (5-9) find countless ways to lose, Morris' team is coming off a rare high.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 15
NFL Week 15 fantasy football takeaways: Jacoby Brissett shines again
If you're reading this, that likely means you won your first-round matchup to advance to the next round of your fantasy football playoffs. Here are takeaways from Week 15 ahead of fantasy semifinal matchups.
Arthur Blank News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13
Falcons Owner Arthur Blank To Evaluate Atlanta’s Football Ops For Rest Of Season
After another disappointing year from the Falcons, major changes could be coming in Atlanta this offseason. Owner and chairman Arthur Blank will spend the rest of the season evaluating the team’s football operations, including head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / December 12
Could Kirk Cousins be a starting QB for another team in 2026?
Cousins turned back the clock on "Thursday Night Football."
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 12
Did Raheem Morris buy himself time with Falcons win over Bucs?
The Falcons have been on the wrong end of several heartbreakers on their way to a 4-9 record entering Thursday night’s matchup against the Buccaneers, but they finally returned the favor to a division rival with a fourth-quarter comeback for the ages — fueled by massive performances from Kirk Cousins, Kyle Pitts, and Bijan Robinson.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11
Falcons burned by questionable call on ‘TNF’ after Kirk Cousins got grabbed by his face mask
Atlanta Falcons fans were not happy with a call that went against Kirk Cousins in their Thursday night matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cousins was facing 2nd-and-10 at the Buccaneers’ 31 with under five minutes left at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.
Arthur Blank News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 11
Falcons Owner Arthur Blank Expected To Evaluate ‘Entire’ Football Operation This Offseason
Falcons owner Arthur Blank is expected to evaluate the “entire” football operation this off-season after another disappointing season, per Ian Rapoport.
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