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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 13
Falcons Tasked with Addressing Flurry of Needs in Upcoming NFL Draft
With the Atlanta Falcons entering the final stretch before the 2026 NFL Draft, their priorities are coming into sharper focus. According to Marc Raimondi of ESPN, defensive tackle, linebacker and wide receiver stand out as the team’s most pressing needs heading into draft night.
Jeff Ulbrich News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 13
Falcons Expect Defensive Jump in Year Two Under Jeff Ulbrich
FLOWERY BRANCH – The first year under Jeff Ulbrich brought a record-setting season for the Atlanta Falcons, and they expect year two to bring further growth.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 13
Falcons’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending
The Atlanta Falcons may need to get creative since they don’t have a first-round pick. But overall, this draft is crucial for the organization. And here is the Falcons’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with the pre-draft cycle ending.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 13
Good News at QB for Atlanta Falcons in 2027
Last month on the Falcons Podcast, I was asked what I would consider a good outcome for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026. With so much change since we last saw the Falcons beating the New Orleans Saints to close the season, the simple answer would be something along the lines of a winning record or the playoffs.
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.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / April 13
Falcons Post ‘Rejuvenated’ Cousins Tribute While Paying $8.7M For Him To Start Elsewhere
The Atlanta Falcons posted a tribute to Kirk Cousins days after releasing him. A nice gesture, except for one detail: the organization still owes Cousins $8.7 million in 2026 salary while he starts for the Las Vegas Raiders.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 12
Falcons Counting on Dotson and Zaccheaus to Stabilize Receiver Room
The Atlanta Falcons were not searching for a star receiver, but they were in major need of some stability. The Falcons will be counting on new additions Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus to provide it. This room needed reinforcements after a dismal performance last season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Football Analysis / April 12
Bucs Poach Falcons’ ‘Insane Diagonal Catch’ Receiver—7-Year Journeyman Finally Lands
David Sills V spent seven years bouncing through five NFL rosters, never catching more than 13 passes in a season. Then Zac Robinson’s offense in Atlanta extracted career highs: 18 receptions, 191 yards, two touchdowns across all 17 games in 2025.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 11
Atlanta Falcons Draft Target Labeled Most Underrated
The Atlanta Falcons will be in the market for a wide receiver in this month’s NFL Draft. They have been active in free agency, but they will still likely look to add talent on the draft’s second day. As it has been well noted all offseason, the Falcons will be hamstrung in terms of draft capital.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 11
Who Are The Best Second-Round Gems in Atlanta Falcons History ?
With the 2026 NFL Draft less than two weeks away, both teams and fans are hopeful to find the right pieces to shape the future of their franchises. The Atlanta Falcons may not have a first-round pick in the upcoming draft, but they have made several notable second-round selections over that time.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 11
Ranking the Atlanta Falcons Five Biggest Draft Needs
The Atlanta Falcons are loaded with needs this spring, but they will need to be judicious in how they approach the draft. Ian Cunningham has repeatedly
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Football Analysis / April 11
Falcons’ $30M First-Round Pick Retires Without Playing a Single Snap on His New Deal
The ink on the contract was barely dry. Sixteen days. That’s all the time between Kaleb McGary signing a two-year, $30 million extension with the Atlanta Falcons and the training camp practice that ended everything.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 10
After All-Pro Campaign, Bijan Robinson Still Chasing More
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons arguably have the NFL’s best running back in Bijan Robinson, but the reigning scrimmage yards leader has his eyes set on surpassing that otherworldly performance from last season. Robinson ran for a career-high 1,478 yards (5.1 yards per carry) and added 820 receiving yards.
Bijan Robinson News / Field Level Media / April 10
Falcons pick up team option for star RB Bijan Robinson in 2027
The Atlanta Falcons exercised their fifth-year option for All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson for the 2027 season on Friday. Robinson, 24, is coming off a stellar third season with the Falcons in 2025 when he set the franchise mark with 2,298 total yards from scrimmage, which led the NFL.
Bijan Robinson News / Pro Football Rumors / April 10
Falcons pick up Bijan Robinson's fifth-year option
Since going eighth overall in the 2023 draft, Robinson has established himself as one of the NFL’s premier players over his three-year career.
Bijan Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 10
Falcons Exercise RB Bijan Robinson’s Fifth-Year Option
According to Jonathan Jones, the Falcons have exercised RB Bijan Robinson‘s fifth-year option for 2027 on Friday. Jones notes that this is considered
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 10
Falcons Foolishly Urged to Explore Trade for Volatile Browns Receiver
With the 2026 NFL Draft just weeks away, the Atlanta Falcons remain in evaluation mode, continuing to assess key areas of need across the roster. One position
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 9
Falcons' Bijan Robinson has big goal for HC Kevin Stefanski
For the third time since the Falcons selected Robinson in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, he's playing for a different head coach.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Field Level Media / April 8
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. 'where he needs to be' in ACL rehab
There is still no clear timetable for Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery from the torn ACL that ended the Falcons quarterback's 2025 season, coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday.
Kaleb McGary News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8
Falcons RT Kaleb McGary Retires
After missing all of last season with a knee injury, Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary is retiring at the age of 31. Agent Collin Roberts announced the news on Wednesday.
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 / 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.
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.
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