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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 27
How Did The Atlanta Falcons Spend Their Mini Bye?
The Atlanta Falcons went into Green Bay an uncertain mess and left with a much-needed win and answers to some very important questions. Since securing their 35-14 victory on Thursday night, they had a rare weekend with no practice.
Jeff Ulbrich News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 27
Jeff Ulbrich's Defense Is Doing Something the 2025 Falcons Never Could
The Atlanta Falcons’ offense got the headlines, but the defense also earned them. One week after the second-half collapse against the Carolina Panthers, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich had Jordan Love running for his life under the lights of Lambeau Field.
NFL hands Falcons veteran $11,941 fine after costly Panthers penalty
Atlanta Falcons veteran Jake Matthews has been fined $11,941 by the NFL after a costly facemask penalty during the team’s heavy Week 2 defeat to the Carolina Panthers.
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.
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
C.J. Henderson News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Who is Atlanta Falcons Cornerback C.J. Henderson?
When star cornerback A.J. Terrell went down with a groin injury against the Carolina Panthers, putting him on injured reserve, fans wondered who defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich would put up to bat.
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.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
How Will the Falcons Feed Their Three-Headed Offensive Monster?
The Atlanta Falcons finally got things rolling in their Week Three matchup against the Packers at Green Bay. With Michael Penix Jr. back under center, running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London put on a show.
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.
Jake Matthews News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 26
No Fun League Strikes Again as Falcons LT Jake Matthews Fined
The Atlanta Falcons are fresh off their first win of the 2026 regular season after dominating the Green Bay Packers 35-14 at Lambeau Field. However, a Week 2 fine recently handed down reminds us that the NFL can stand for the No Fun League.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Did The Atlanta Falcons Just Have Their Statement Win of 2026?
The Atlanta Falcons were dead in the water going into their Week 3 prime-time matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Their only ray of hope for improvement was Michael Penix Jr.’s potential return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Is Kevin Stefanski Starting to Show Atlanta Why He’s the Guy for the Job?
The Atlanta Falcons started their season 0-2 with two awful games behind veteran backup quarterback Cooper Rush. Things looked bleak heading into Green Bay, but Michael Penix Jr.’s return promised a different outcome.
Atlanta Falcons News / TWSN / September 25
Kevin Stefanski Reveals What Bijan Robinson Left Out of His Locker Room Speech
After the Atlanta Falcons went on to lose to the Carolina Panthers in Week 3 with a 34-3 score, the Falcons needed to find a way to respond, and they did just that in Week 3.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski responds to Martin Luther King Jr. comparison
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is in his first season with the organization and was arguably on the hot seat after only two games. The Falcons opened with an 0-2 record as Stefanski was forced to go with Cooper Rush at quarterback.
Bijan Robinson News / Scoop B / September 25
From Tucson to NFL Stardom: How Bijan Robinson Mastered the Art of On-Field Dominance and Off-Field Drip
If you turned on sports media or scrolled through social media today, there was one name completely dominating the national conversation: Bijan Robinson.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 25
Falcons @ Packers: A Look At 3 Winners and 3 Losers From the Game
The Atlanta Falcons got their first win of the season at Green Bay on Thursday Night Football. Let’s look at the winners and losers from the Falcons’ 35-14 win.
Michael Penix Jr. News / HITC / September 25
James Palmer explains why Michael Penix Jr. took an extended period to return for Falcons
Michael Penix Jr. made his long-awaited return to the field this week when the Atlanta Falcons faced off with the Green Bay Packers. Penix tore his ACL back in November 2025, missing the end of last season as well as the opening two games of 2026/27.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Jordan Love knows what Packers need after blowout loss to Falcons
Shortly after the Green Bay Packers suffered a humiliating 35-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur had an explanation.
Drake London News / TWSN / September 25
Drake London Fantasy Football Managers Should Know This From Week 3
As someone who’s been a huge believer in Michael Penix Jr. since he was a prospect, it was awesome to see him have a great night against the Green Bay Packers.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 25
Surprise! The Falcons are a completely different team with Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons fans were put through a humiliation ritual over the first two weeks of the NFL season, forced to watch Cooper Rush start back-to-back games and turn in arguably the worst two-game stretch from a quarterback the league has ever seen.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Packers' Matt LaFleur shares Josh Jacobs admission after 'butt-whooping' loss to Falcons
The Green Bay Packers suffered the largest home loss in Matt LaFleur's eight years and LaFleur didn't dance around the events of the evening.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 24
Bijan Robinson, Drake London lead Falcons to dominant win over Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Bijan Robinson ran for 194 yards and two scores and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned from injury to ignite Atlanta's stagnant offense, leading the visiting Falcons to a 35-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 25
Michael Penix Jr. makes Falcons history in blowout win over Packers
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned to the field Thursday night hoping to save his team's season. He did that and more.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons-Packers 'TNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson runs wild, Jordan Love flops
The Falcons went to Lambeau Field and dominated the Packers to the tune of 35-14.
Bralen Trice News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 24
Falcons Elevate OLB Bralen Trice
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have elevated OLB Bralen Trice from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 3 against the Packers. Trice, 25, was a two-year starter at Washington and earned third-team All-American and first-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2023.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24
Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa Expected To Dress As Backup In Week 3
Thursday night’s opening game for Week 3 will see Michael Penix Jr. make his season debut with the Falcons. Atlanta’s other left-handed quarterback is set to be available as well.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / September 23
How Tua Tagovailoa has reacted to losing Falcons' starting job without playing
Tua Tagovailoa was set to serve as the Atlanta Falcons' Week 1 starting quarterback until he suffered an oblique injury ahead of Atlanta's season opener.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Futile Falcons flounder in Michael Penix Jr.'s return
Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Falcons Put CB AJ Terrell On IR Among Four Moves
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed CB AJ Terrell on injured reserve, sidelining him for a minimum of four games with a groin injury. They
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Panthers' Dave Canales explains mindset of QB Bryce Young amid uncertainty
Young played well over his first two starts of the 2026 season after the Panthers elected to not sign him to a contract extension ahead of the campaign.
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