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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 17
Falcons named 'best team fit' for top free agent by ESPN
With Kirk Cousins still taking up a large portion of the salary cap, the Falcons won’t have a ton of money to spend this offseason. But they can make at least a couple of significant moves, and they now have yet another glaring hole following the recent arrest of star pass rusher James Pearce Jr.
Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Falcons rumors: Insider makes ‘hard to imagine’ Kyle Pitts prediction
The Atlanta Falcons are currently in the midst of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Atlanta had a disastrous 2025 season, which resulted in them firing both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, and replacing them with Kevin Stefanski and Ian Cunningham, respectively.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 17
PFF Believes Key Falcons Weapon Will Flourish Under Kevin Stefanski
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is coming off an impressive season, one that merited First Team All-Pro honors, after leading the entire league in total yards from scrimmage.
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 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz
How many of the NFL receiving leaders during the Super Bowl era can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Falcons’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup post-Super Bowl as draft season ramps up
As the NFL calendar flips fully into draft season, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves at a fascinating crossroads. This is about reshaping the identity of a franchise entering a new leadership era.
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.
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 17
Three NFL players who are most likely to receive franchise tags
On Tuesday, a two-week window opened for NFL teams to franchise tag one player.
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 / February 17
ESPN Dishes on Atlanta Falcons' Biggest Offseason Question
The Atlanta Falcons entered the offseason with more questions than answers again as they finished their eighth straight season with a losing record. We've gotten answers to several of those questions, including who will be in charge of the team, who will pick the players, and who will coach them.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / February 17
Falcons’ Top 3 Trade Assets Revealed Amid NFL Offseason
As the NFL offseason approaches, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves in a pivotal moment for team restructuring. With new leadership under head coach Kevin Stefanski, the franchise is evaluating its roster and contemplating trades to improve its future prospects.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / February 16
Falcons lose key piece of defensive staff to the Browns
According to Adam Schefter, Cleveland is hiring away Falcons defensive pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg, who will take over as the Browns’ defensive coordinator.
Tyreek Hill News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 16
Why Tyreek Hill Makes Sense for Atlanta Falcons and Why He Doesn't
A major fish was added to the free agency pond, and the Atlanta Falcons could have some interest in bringing him to Flowery Branch this offseason. The
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 16
Falcons DC admits to ‘PhD level’ loss of Mike Rutenberg to Browns
The Atlanta Falcons already had their hands full with the James Pearce Jr. situation. And new head coach Kevin Stefanski has worked hard on getting his staff in place.
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 16
What’s a potential Falcons contract extension for Drake London look like?
On the offensive side of the ball, a lot of the conversation surrounding the Falcons will revolve around Kyle Pitts, who is set to test unrestricted free agency following a bounce-back campaign in which he caught 88 balls for 928 yards and five touchdowns.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16
Browns have hired a new defensive coordinator
The Cleveland Browns have hired a new defensive coordinator to replace Jim Schwartz. Former Atlanta Falcons pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg is being hired as the new Browns defensive coordinator, according to reports.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 16
Four Falcons Free Agents Ranked in PFF’s Top 50
Pro Football Focus ranked every free agent in the NFL, over 300 players, and four current members of the Atlanta Falcons cracked their top 50. One of Atlanta’s
Raheem Morris News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 16
Key Atlanta Falcons Assistant Set to Join Raheem Morris, San Francisco 49ers
Former Atlanta Falcons assistant coach Jerry Gray is joining ex-head coach Raheem Morris in San Francisco on Kyle Shanahan’s 49ers’ staff. According to
Bijan Robinson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 16
Advanced Stat Reveals How Good Falcons' Bijan Robinson's Season Was
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is coming off a season in which he led the league in total yards from scrimmage. Robinson’s 2,298 yards were over 170 more than second-place Christian McCaffrey, and it was the most total yards from scrimmage by any player over the last six seasons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 15
Falcons Predicted to Sign Former Super Bowl MVP
Former quarterback Matt Ryan returned to the Atlanta Falcons this offseason as president of football operations. No one has played quarterback better than Ryan in Falcons history.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 14
Stephen A. Smith blasts idea of Kirk Cousins going to the New York Jets
Stephen A. Smith has no problem expressing his opinions on topical issues in sports, even at the expense of lashing out at his colleagues.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 14
CBS Sports Gives Michael Penix Jr. Harsh Ranking on Recent QB List
The Atlanta Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, making him the fourth quarterback off the board. At the time, then-head coach Raheem Morris expressed full confidence that Atlanta had secured its franchise signal caller. Two seasons later, however, Penix’s resume remains limited.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 14
Falcons’ Coordinators Reveal What Makes Kevin Stefanski Different
The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski to win games and get the franchise back to the postseason. But if you ask the two men who will run his offense and defense, the Falcons may have landed something more valuable – a culture-setter obsessed with preparation.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / February 14
Former NFL executive makes bold claim about four-time Pro Bowler Kirk Cousins' future
The next Sam Darnold? According to one ESPN analyst, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins could be poised to have that kind of impact with the New York Jets.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 12
Falcons Make Three Coaching Hires, Retain Two More
Yesterday, the Falcons announced decisions on four positions on their coaching staff. They announced that inside linebackers coach Barrett Ruud and defensive assistant John Timu would be retained and that LaTroy Lewis and Ricky Manning Jr.
Kaden Elliss News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 11
Falcons Hope To Keep LB Kaden Elliss
Falcons DC Jeff Ulbrich highlighted the importance to him of retaining LB Kaden Elliss, who’s due to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. “I would love Kaden back.
Ricky Manning News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 10
Falcons Announce Four Coaching Staff Moves, Including Hiring Ricky Manning
The Atlanta Falcons announced a series of moves to the coaching staff on Tuesday, including: Hired assistant DB coach/nickels Ricky Manning Hired assistant
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8
Matt Ryan Non-Committal On Michael Penix Jr.’s Status As Falcons’ QB1; Latest On Kirk Cousins’ Future
The Falcons have a new collection of decision-makers in place in the form of president of football Matt Ryan , general manager Ian Cunningham , and head coach Kevin Stefanski .
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