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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 8
Falcons Looking to Manufacture Draft Capital With Limited Picks
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are in the business of acquiring more draft capital. As it currently stands, the franchise will be a bit hamstrung this spring.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8
Kirk Cousins opens up about signing with Raiders ahead of expected Fernando Mendoza decision
Cousins opened up about joining the Raiders.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8
Falcons Set 2026 Coaching Staff
The Falcons were one of 10 teams to hire a new head coach this offseason, resulting in a major overhaul of their entire staff. Reports of their hires trickled out through January and February with a full announcement in early March.
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 Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 7
New Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski gets good news to start offseason workout program
Kevin Stefanski has to like some of the pieces he has to work with as the new head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.
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.
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
Dexter Lawrence News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 7
Could Falcons Pursue a Trade for DL Dexter Lawrence?
The Atlanta Falcons need a defensive tackle, and one of the NFL’s best might be available for them to pursue. New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter
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 / Pro Football Rumors / April 7
Falcons Looking To Acquire Draft Picks
Ian Cunningham‘s first draft at the helm of the Falcons is approaching. Atlanta’s new general manager currently has only five picks to work with, but that could soon change.
James Pearce Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 7
NFL Insider Provides Key Update on Falcons' James Pearce Jr.
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons learned on Monday that edge rusher James Pearce Jr. will not report to voluntary workouts this week, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
Kyle Pitts News / Field Level Media / April 7
Report: Falcons' Kyle Pitts signs franchise tag, arrives for workouts
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has signed his franchise tender and will participate in voluntary workouts, NFL Network reported on Tuesday. He will be under contract with the Falcons for 2026 on a one-year deal worth $15.045 million.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / April 7
Atlanta Falcons: Host Explosive SEC Receiver Prospect
The Atlanta Falcons still need to address the wide receiver room this offseason, especially after releasing Darnell Mooney. Although Atlanta signed Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus as stop gaps, both receivers were not productive with their respective teams last year.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
The 'Rookie receiving-leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players with the most receiving yards as a rookie for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / April 7
Report: Falcons' James Pearce Jr. won't attend workouts after arrest
Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. is not expected to report for the start of Atlanta's offseason program Tuesday following his February arrest in Florida, NFL Network reported.
Kyle Pitts News / Pro Football Rumors / April 7
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts Signs Franchise Tag
The Falcons begin their offseason program today. Kyle Pitts will be in attendance since he is now under contract with the team once again. Pitts has signed his franchise tag, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 7
Kyle Pitts Signing Franchise Tag & Attending Offseason Workouts
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Falcons TE Kyle Pitts is signing the franchise tag and attending the team’s offseason program that begins today. Rapoport mentions the two sides can still negotiate a long-term deal, but for now he’s locked in on the fully guaranteed $15.045 million for 2026.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / April 7
Falcons Expect James Pearce Jr. to Miss Offseason Program Due to Legal Issues
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr., the club’s first-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft, is not expected to attend the team’s voluntary offseason program when it opens Tuesday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Kirk Cousins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 7
Kirk Cousins explains why he signed with the Raiders
The Raiders signed QB Kirk Cousins to a deal that will pay him $20 million for the 2026 season, making him likely to be the Week 1 starter for the upcoming season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 7
Atlanta Falcons Showing Interest in High-Upside Defensive Back
The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly been interested in adding some secondary help in the upcoming NFL Draft. They welcomed Florida cornerback Devin Moore to Flowery Branch for a top-30 visit. Moore figures to be a solid option for the Falcons in the middle rounds of this month’s draft.
James Pearce Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6
Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. not expected at offseason workout after arrest
The Atlanta Falcons have struggled with the James Pearce Jr. situation. But they’ve added some help at his position. Still, Pearce isn’t expected at offseason workouts after his arrest, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 6
Why the Falcons Should Draft This Unique Prospect from a Nigerian Village
Uar Bernard grew up in a village in Benue, Nigeria, and hasn’t played a down of organized football, but he may be one of the most intriguing prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 6
Atlanta Falcons Showing Interest in Massive Defensive Prospect
The Atlanta Falcons reportedly have some interest in standout Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks. The massive interior player is reportedly coming to Flowery Branch on a top-30 visit, and could be an outstanding option for them in the second round.
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / April 6
Falcons Signed Cousins For $180M And Drafted His Replacement 43 Days Later—Now They Pay Both
Forty-three days. That’s the gap between the Atlanta Falcons handing Kirk Cousins the richest free-agent deal of the 2024 offseason and walking up to the podium at the NFL Draft to select his replacement.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / April 3
Kirk Cousins' Raiders contract comes with record-breaking twist
Cousins has set a record with this astonishing deal.
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