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Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 6
Jessie Bates Shares What’s Change for Atlanta Falcons After Monday Night Football Win
The Atlanta Falcons have started to find their identity, and Jessie Bates III believes the return of Michael Penix Jr. has played a major role. Bates spoke after Atlanta’s 45-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, praising the difference he has seen from the team since the quarterback returned to action.
Lamar Jackson News / A to Z Sports / October 6
There’s a concerning trend lurking underneath Lamar Jackson’s latest injury update even if the Ravens consider it to be good news
Lamar Jackson’s ankle injury isn’t deemed serious, but there’s still a chance he misses multiple games and it only adds to a growing concern that’s popped up over the last few seasons.
The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
Bijan Robinson News / Lindy's Sports / October 6
Falcons Michael Penix Surge Changes Game for Bijan Robinson
For the second straight week, all eyes were on the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons faced the Saints in New Orleans in a Week 4 matchup against their division rivals.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 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.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6
Falcons’ Cooper Rush may as well be worst QB in NFL given unfathomable jump with Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons have produced one of the NFL’s most stunning quarterback contrasts this season. Cooper Rush fans aren’t going to be happy, though. His numbers under center look increasingly difficult to defend.
Tyler Shough News / Yardbarker / October 6
Tyler Shough shares strong reaction to Saints fans booing team during 'MNF' loss to Falcons
The fact that Monday's matchup commemorated the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina likely made the double-digit loss sting that much more for New Orleans fans.
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 / SportsTalkATL / October 6
The Atlanta Falcons might be the scariest team in football
In just two weeks, the entire narrative surrounding the Atlanta Falcons has flipped on its head, and it’s not too difficult to find the inflection point.
Robert Griffin III News / HITC / October 6
Robert Griffin III highlights Atlanta Falcons star’s ‘surgical aggression’ vs New Orleans Saints
Robert Griffin III has been full of praise for Atlanta Falcons star Michael Penix Jr. after their win over the New Orleans Saints. The Falcons came away with a comfortable 45-24 win at the Caesars Superdome to bring their record up to 2-2 for the season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6
Brian Robinson Jr. credits Michael Penix Jr. after Falcons' 'MNF' win over Saints
The Falcons notched a relatively easy 45-24 win that improved them to 2-2, and that could be viewed as a warning for the rest of the NFL regarding how the Atlanta offense can play with Penix serving as its starting QB.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6
Kellen Moore assigns blame for Saints' showing in 'MNF' loss to Falcons
The Falcons spoiled the Saints' fun by notching a 45-24 blowout win that dropped New Orleans to 1-3 on the season.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Skip Bayless News / HITC / October 6
Skip Bayless says one Atlanta Falcons star is in contention for ‘greatest running back ever’
The Atlanta Falcons were back in NFL action on Monday, taking on the New Orleans Saints and securing a comfortable victory. After going 0-2 in the opening stages of the 2026/27 season, they have managed to win their following two matches to bring their record back into the positive.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 6
NFC South Race Week Four Update: Who’s In The Lead?
The Atlanta Falcons head into New Orleans for Monday Night Football. They came off an impressive Thursday Night Football performance. Michael Penix Jr.‘s return proved to be just what the Falcons needed to get the ball rolling.
Micah Parsons News / Viral Sports News / October 6
Micah Parsons Doesn’t Hold Back on Falcons’ $54 Million Bust
Micah Parsons is still sidelined, but he spent Monday night doing what a lot of frustrated Atlanta Falcons fans have been doing: watching Kyle Pitts barely get the ball.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / October 6
'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints
The Atlanta Falcons entered a tough road environment on "Monday Night Football" and came away with a statement 45-24 win over the division rival New Orleans Saints.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Athlon Sports / October 5
What Happened to Tua Tagovailoa? Why Falcons QB Is Not Starting vs Saints
The Atlanta Falcons will face the New Orleans Saints on “Monday Night Football” without Tua Tagovailoa as their starting quarterback for the fourth straight game.
Maason Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Falcons Player's Mom Making Major Saints Sacrifice for Monday Night Football
Maason Smith grew up in Louisiana. His mother grew up rooting for the New Orleans Saints. Something has to give Monday night. Smith returns home when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Saints at Caesars Superdome, and the Falcons defensive tackle will have plenty of family and friends watching one of the most meaningful games of his NFL career.
Atlanta Falcons News / TWSN / October 5
Atlanta Falcons Have Chance to Rewrite Their Season on Monday Night Football
Just two weeks ago, the Atlanta Falcons were 0-2 and ranked at the very bottom of almost every NFL power ranking list. Now, heading into a primetime matchup,
Jammie Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Falcons Elevating S Jammie Robinson For Monday Night Football
Per D. Orlando Ledbetter, the Falcons are elevating S Jammie Robinson from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 4’s game against the Saints.
The 'Most yards without a TD' quiz
How many of the players to accumulate at least 190 receiving yards in an NFL game without reaching the end zone in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Action Network / October 4
Falcons vs Saints Player Props for Drake London, Kyle Pitts, Tyler Shough
The fourth week of the 2026 NFL season will come to a close with a Monday Night Football matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints.
Atlanta Falcons News / Total Pro Sports / October 3
Atlanta Falcons Rocked By Sudden Death Of One Of Their All-Time Legends
The Atlanta Falcons are saddened by the loss of one of their true all-time greats. Jeff Van Note, who spent his entire 18-year NFL career in Atlanta, died Friday at 80.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / October 2
Ex-Falcons C Jeff Van Note, 6-time Pro Bowler, dies at 80
Six-time Pro Bowl center Jeff Van Note, whose career with the Atlanta Falcons spanned parts of three decades, has died at age 80. The Falcons announced the passing of their Ring of Honor member on Friday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 2
Former Falcons C Jeff Van Note Dies At 80
The Falcons announced on Friday that franchise icon Jeff Van Note has died. He was 80 years old. An 11th-round pick in 1969, Van Note entered the NFL as a linebacker.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 29
Tua Tagovailoa reacts to Michael Penix Jr. earning Falcons' starting job via win over Packers
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. earned at least a second straight start after he helped the Atlanta Falcons notch an impressive 35-14 win over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 29
What stands out about the Atlanta Falcons through Week 3?
Vibes couldn’t have been much lower following an embarrassing 34-3 loss to the Panthers in the Falcons’ home opener, dropping the team to 0-2 before a primetime matchup with the Packers.
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