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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 27
Falcons Hire SEC DC to Fill Important Defensive Assistant Post
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly hired Patrick Toney to take over as their new defensive passing game coordinator, replacing the departed Mike Rutenberg. Toney, 35, was previously the defensive coordinator for the Ole Miss Rebels, but only served in that role for seven weeks.
Atlanta Falcons targeting Ole Miss co-DC Patrick Toney for defensive pass game coordinator
The Atlanta Falcons are targeting Ole Miss co-defensive coordinator Patrick Toney as its new defensive pass game coordinator, according to On3’s Pete Nakos.
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.
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 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Dan Orlovsky News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 27
Dan Orlovsky Urges Atlanta Falcons to Trade for Former 1st Round QB
The Atlanta Falcons head into the 2025 offseason with an entirely new regime. Kevin Stefanski takes over as the head coach, Ian Cunningham as the general
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.
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.
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.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 27
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 27
Falcons Receive Glowing NFLPA Report Card, But New Staff? Not So Much
The NFL Players Association’s annual franchise report cards were leaked to the public on Thursday, and the Atlanta Falcons received some glowing reviews.
Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / February 27
4th Highest Paid QB In NFL History Dumped By Falcons After Just 1 Playoff Win—Vikings Already Circling
The offensive coordinator dialed Kirk Cousins while the Falcons were still on the clock. No heads-up from the front office. No courtesy meeting. Just a phone call telling the quarterback they’d signed six weeks earlier to a $180 million deal that his replacement was being drafted eighth overall.
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.
Kevin Stefanski News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski earns lowest head coach grade in NFLPA report cards
According to the NFLPA, the Atlanta Falcons just hired the worst head coach in the NFL. A leaked initial report from the annual grading scale gave Kevin Stefanski the lowest rating among head coaches during his 2025 season with the Cleveland Browns.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26
1 free agent who would fix Falcons’ biggest flaw heading into 2026 season
While the Atlanta Falcons decide their quarterback future, they also have to make room to attack the help market. And here is one free agent who would fix the Falcons’ biggest flaw heading into the 2026 season.
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?
KhaDarel Hodge News / Pro Football Rumors / February 25
Falcons To Release WR/ST KhaDarel Hodge
The Falcons are expected to release wide receiver/special teams ace KhaDarel Hodge, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Hodge, 31, arrived in Atlanta in 2022 and took up core special teams duties with a rotational role on offense.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 25
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski makes odd Michael Penix Jr. comment after Kirk Cousins news
Some may have assumed that Michael Penix Jr. became the Atlanta Falcons' 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback after Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham confirmed on Tuesday that the club will release veteran Kirk Cousins. However, recently hired head coach Kevin Stefanski later spoke carefully about Penix's status.
Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24
Falcons Officially Franchised TE Kyle Pitts
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have officially placed the franchise tag on TE Kyle Pitts for the 2026 season. The former franchise tag values have not been announced by the NFL yet, but Over The Cap projected the tight end tag to be worth $16.319 million fully guaranteed.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / February 25
Falcons confirm plans concerning Kirk Cousins, future of QB position
At the official start of the new league year, the Atlanta Falcons will officially turn the page to a new era.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Falcons make decision on Kyle Pitts
The Atlanta Falcons have sorted out the immediate future of tight end Kyle Pitts. The Falcons intend to use the franchise tag on Pitts, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
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