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On YouTubeMichael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 5
Michael Penix Jr. Delivers Atlanta Falcons Fans A Major Guarantee
Michael Penix Jr. delivered Atlanta Falcons fans a promise that he would help them finally snap out of their eight-year playoff drought. Penix, who is
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 5
4 Cornerbacks Atlanta Falcons Should Target In NFL Draft
The Atlanta Falcons know who their top cornerback is. Finding one to start across from him is the real question heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. Outside of former All-Pro cornerback A.J.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / March 5
Falcons' Make $18.4 Million Decision After Kirk Cousins Move
The Atlanta Falcons entered the offseason facing difficult roster decisions after another year that raised questions about the team’s long-term direction.
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 year-by-year sack leaders' quiz
The NFL began officially tracking sacks in 1982. How many of the year-by-year leaders in sacks can you name in five minutes?
Darnell Mooney News / Pro Football Rumors / March 5
Falcons Plan To Release Darnell Mooney
Darnell Mooney is set to become a free agent for the second time in his career. The Falcons plan to release the veteran wideout, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports.
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.
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.
Darnell Mooney News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5
Falcons Releasing WR Darnell Mooney
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are planning to release WR Darnell Mooney. Per Over The Cap, the Falcons will save $7.42 million in cap 2026 cap space with $11 million in dead cap if he’s released before June 1st, as he was scheduled to carry a cap number of $18.42 million.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 5
Falcons Set to Clear Nearly $12 Million in Cap Space with Latest Move
The Atlanta Falcons are short on cash heading into free agency, with several holes to fill. With just $8.9 million available before they take on a big hit with Kirk Cousins' release in the next few days, there are still several moves new general manager Ian Cunningham can make to clear space.
Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / March 5
Running the Atlanta Falcons Offseason in GM Mode
I took control of the Atlanta Falcons in GM Mode with the goal of improving cap flexibility while reshaping the roster through trades, targeted free agency, and a focused draft.
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.
Kirk Cousins News / The SportsRush / March 4
Cam Newton Says Falcons Could’ve Had 'Refurbished Michael Vick and Julio Jones' for Half of Kirk Cousins’ $180M Deal
There have been some pretty questionable contract signings throughout the NFL in recent years. In fact, just saying that will conjure up images of Deshaun Watson and Daniel Jones in the minds of certain fans.
Malik Willis News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 4
Why Signing Malik Willis Would Be a 'Crazy' Mistake for Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons are entering the 2026 offseason with some question marks at the quarterback position, but one popular solution with some fans is Atlanta native Malik Willis. The soon-to-be former Green Bay Packers quarterback is in line to hit a major payday on the open market.
Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4
Falcons Could Get Trade Calls On Franchise TE Kyle Pitts
CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones writes that the Falcons could get trade interest on TE Kyle Pitts even though Atlanta placed the franchise tag on him. Jones points out Falcons GM Ian Cunningham has expressed a desire to add more draft picks, as the Falcons have just five this year.
Kirk Cousins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4
Kirk Cousins Won’t Rush To Sign With New Team
NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo says not to expect Falcons QB Kirk Cousins to rush to sign a new contract once he’s released next week. CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones echoes the same report, noting there was not a lot of buzz about Cousins at the Combine.
Kyle Pitts News / Yardbarker / March 4
Falcons GM seems to confirm Kyle Pitts Sr. decision has been made after franchise-tag deadline
What's next for Pitts and the Falcons after the team used the franchise tag on the tight end?
Michael Penix Jr. News / The SportsRush / March 4
Falcons News: Michael Penix Jr. Explains How Matt Ryan Helped Shape His Offseason
Michael Penix Jr.’s first NFL season was a whirlwind. The Atlanta Falcons’ 2024 first-round pick flashed the arm talent that made him a Heisman finalist at Washington, but his rookie year was ultimately defined by adversity.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 3
Atlanta Falcons Go Big On Defense in ESPN's Latest 2-Round Mock Draft
By all objective measures, the Atlanta Falcons defense was improved in 2025 after a woeful effort in 2024. They gave up fewer points and fewer yards, both rushing and passing, than in the previous campaign.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 3
Atlanta Falcons 2026 Free Agency Tracker, All the Latest News, Moves and Rumors
With more than half the team expected to hit free agency next week, the Atlanta Falcons and their new regime will be incredibly busy in March as the NFL Draft looms in late April.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / March 3
Falcons ticketed for Madrid in 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are ticketed for a regular-season game in Madrid this season. Atlanta will learn a date and opponent for the game in May when the NFL releases the full schedule for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / March 2
Falcons to reveal new uniforms on April 2
The Atlanta Falcons will reveal their new uniforms on April 2, the team announced Monday. In a 45-second video posted to their social media channels, multiple players are shown positively reacting to the new uniforms without actually showing any glimpses of the new threads.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / March 3
Interested teams get some bad news about possibly signing Falcons QB Kirk Cousins
It sounds like teams interested in Cousins this offseason may not get a speedy resolution to the situation.
Kevin Stefanski News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 1
Falcons rumors: NFL Combine buzz sees Joe Flacco following Kevin Stefanski to Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons have entered a new era by hiring Kevin Stefanski, who received the lowest grade among all head coaches in the latest NFLPA report cards.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 27
Falcons fire new assistant DL coach LaTroy Lewis after sexual assault allegations emerge
The Falcons named LaTroy Lewis their new assistant defensive line coach just 17 days ago. In the days since then, serious sexual assault allegations have surfaced against him from an unnamed alleged victim.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 27
Falcons cap situation entering the 2026 offseason
The NFL announced on Friday that the salary cap number for 2026 will be $301.2 million, up $22 million from a year ago. Top 51: $291 million Cap Space: $10 million The Falcons had about $22 million in cap space a couple of weeks ago, but that changed after a few significant moves.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 27
Quarterback trade targets for the Atlanta Falcons
The free-agent market for quarterbacks at the moment is almost non-existent, but the trade market looks to be quite robust, featuring options that require varying levels of investment.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 28
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski makes big admission about Browns QB Shedeur Sanders
Stefanski opened up about his working relationship with Sanders that proved to be short-lived.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 27
NFLPA report cards not very kind to new Falcons coaches
The NFLPA report cards just dropped, and there is a lot to discuss regarding the Atlanta Falcons. Let’s start with the positives. Ownership received an A, something that shouldn’t be much of a surprise with Arthur Blank running the team.
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