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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 8
3 Biggest Position Battles as Atlanta Falcons Training Camp Looms
With training camp approaching at the end of the month, many players are preparing to compete for roster spots. The Atlanta Falcons players are no exception.
Bijan Robinson News / SportsTalkATL / July 8
Execs, coaches, and scouts name Bijan Robinson the NFL’s best running back
The Falcons haven’t had a lot to cheer about since Matt Ryan and Julio Jones were in their primes, but they can say they’ve got the best running back in the game.
The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz
In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 7
NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Kyle Pitts, Jalon Walker, Buccaneers, Falcons
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield remains confident an extension will get done before the season, as he enters the final season of a three-year, $100 million deal.
25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused
The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.
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.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7
Tom Brady had the perfect response to Argentina’s World Cup comeback
Tom Brady had a very fitting response to Argentina’s epic comeback in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup on Tuesday. Argentina trailed 2-0 to Egypt with 11 minutes to go in Tuesday’s World Cup match at Mercedes-Benz stadium in Atlanta, but came up with three goals in short order to execute a stunning comeback.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 7
Bijan Robinson & Jahmyr Gibbs Waiting On Each Other For Extensions?
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson and Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs are expected to receive significant long-term extensions this offseason after their teams exercised their fifth-year options as placeholders for negotiations.
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.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 6
NFC Notes: Jahan Dotson, Cameron Jordan, Kyle Pitts, Falcons, Saints
Falcons GM Ian Cunningham released a statement regarding the three-year contract extension signed by TE Kyle Pitts and acknowledged Pitts’ agency for their collaboration on the new deal.
Bijan Robinson News / A to Z Sports / July 6
NFL execs, coaches, and scouts just sent the Atlanta Falcons a reality check about Bijan Robinson that they can’t escape
Bijan Robinson ranked as the NFL’s No. 1 RB by execs, coaches, and scouts in ESPN’s annual survey — and the Atlanta Falcons still have to pay him. The Atlanta Falcons have a Bijan Robinson problem, and it’s one entirely of their own making.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 6
With WR prices skyrocketing, NFL teams should consider paying pass-catching RBs instead
Boy, these wide receiver contracts are sure getting expensive.
Kyle Pitts News / The Lead / July 6
The Falcons Finally Show Full Trust in Kyle Pitts’ Future
On June 23, the Atlanta Falcons made it clear that Kyle Pitts remains central to their long-term vision. Atlanta agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract extension, including $36 million fully guaranteed, and stands as the largest three-year contract ever given to a tight end in NFL history.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Wanya Morris News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 6
How the Falcons Can Lean On Wanya Morris’ Super Bowl Pedigree
There aren’t many Super Bowl champions on the Atlanta Falcons roster. Let alone many players who have ever even experienced the NFL playoffs. New Falcons offensive tackle Wanya Morris checks both of those boxes.
Bralen Trice News / Pro Football Rumors / July 6
Falcons’ Bralen Trice Trending Toward Training Camp Participation
Despite being drafted two years ago, Bralen Trice has yet to play in the regular season. The Falcons edge rusher should be available for training camp this summer, though.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 6
NFL Roster Rankings Have Atlanta Falcons Seeing Red
Atlanta Falcons fans have suffered through eight losing seasons since the team last made the playoffs in 2017. They've gone through another regime change this offseason that was more of a full house cleaning, starting at the top with Matt Ryan effectively replacing Rich McKay as president of football.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 6
This QB has 'clear advantage' in Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. competition
Veteran Falcons players are due to report to training camp on July 28.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 6
Insiders pick NFL's best running back between Falcons' Bijan Robinson, Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs
ESPN asked league executives, coaches and scouts to name the NFL's best overall ball-carrier.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 5
Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs? Who's No. 1 in Fantasy Football
When the Atlanta Falcons selected Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, it raised some eyebrows. Modern analytics suggest taking a non-premium position like running back high in the NFL Draft isn't a wise use of resources.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 5
Atlanta Falcons Given Clear Formula for Ending Long Playoff Drought
The Atlanta Falcons are three weeks away from kicking training camp off, but it is a perfect opportunity to gauge where this franchise stands as we hit the heat of summer.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 4
NFC Notes: Tua Tagovailoa, Roster Projections, Falcons, Panthers
When projecting the Falcons’ 53-man roster, Josh Kendall of The Athletic expects Atlanta to keep just two quarterbacks, with Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.
Xavier Watts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 4
Falcons' Jessie Bates, Xavier Watts Have One Trait That Makes Them Elite
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons return one of the NFL’s best up-and-coming safety duos, and one key trait has been at the center of their immediate success.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 3
Falcons second-year safety viewed as ready to make another leap
The Atlanta Falcons did not get where they wanted to go last season, falling short of the playoffs for the eighth straight season, but one of their biggest roster wins came from the 2025 NFL Draft.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3
How Chargers' Mike McDaniel is trying to get Justin Herbert to reach major goal
Mike McDaniel wants Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert "to master and be elite at everything" he does and also be "able to own the position in a new way."
Kyle Pitts News / Yardbarker / June 30
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts Sr. makes major admission about contract extension
Pitts is coming off the best season, to date, of his career after the fourth overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft was somewhat of a disappointment across his first four campaigns.
Billy Bowman Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / June 21
Falcons DB Billy Bowman Jr. Could Open Season On PUP List; Latest On Team’s LB Corps
Falcons defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. showed a fair amount of promise during his rookie year in 2025. Earning a notable role in training camp, he enjoyed an 80% snap share and picked up an interception, 1.5 sacks, and 26 total tackles while limiting opposing passers to a 76.0 quarterback rating.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. offers injury update after worrisome revelation
Penix Jr. is losing ground in the Falcons' QB competition due to his ongoing injury recovery. When will he be able to return to full-time action and get a chance to close the gap in the competition?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 16
Falcons share discouraging Michael Penix Jr. update amid Tua Tagovailoa competition
Penix has spent portions of the offseason learning a new offense while recovering from the surgery he needed last fall to repair a partially torn ACL.
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