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Falcons DT Maason Smith Seeks Redemption in Superdome Return vs. Saints

When the Atlanta Falcons (1-2) and New Orleans Saints (1-2) have their semiannual NFC South battle on Monday Night Football, it’ll celebrate the 20th anniversary of the “Domecoming,” when the Saints returned to the Superdome following the 2005 Hurricane Katrina.

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New Falcons DL Maason Smith Thrilled to be 'Celebrated not Tolerated'

Maason Smith found out he had been traded to the Atlanta Falcons while on a golf course. He was shocked to hear the news, but said it was a good shock

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 11

Former Jaguars DL Maason Smith Can Help Fix Falcons Biggest Weakness

Last year, the Atlanta Falcons ranked among the top pass-rushing defenses in the NFL. They set a franchise record with 57 quarterback sacks during the 2025 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 30

Falcons May Have Found 'A Really Pleasant Surprise' in Maason Smith

As a former five-star recruit and Freshman All-American, new Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Maason Smith once looked like the kind of prospect scouts would have bet on to already be one of the league’s top defensive tackles by now.

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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 21

NFC Notes: Jaelan Phillips, Maason Smith, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Despite the addition of Al-Quadin Muhammad, the Buccaneers could still use a long-term edge rusher, considering only YaYa Diaby had more than three sacks for Tampa Bay last season.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / April 20

Falcons GM on recent trade for Maason Smith

Falcons GM Ian Cunningham met with the media ahead of this week’s NFL Draft and also discussed the team’s recent trade of 2024 second-round defensive tackles, with Ruke Orhorhoro going to Jacksonville and Maason Smith landing in Atlanta.

NFL News / Dose.ca / April 18

Breaking news: trade between the Falcons and the Jaguars

The Atlanta Falcons have decided to send defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for young defensive lineman Maason Smith.

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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.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 17

Falcons, Jaguars Swap DTs Ruke Orhorhoro, Maason Smith

The Falcons and Jaguars have changed GMs and coaching staffs since the 2024 draft, when the teams respectively chose Ruke Orhorhoro and Maason Smith in the second round.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 17

Trade: Falcons Trading DT Ruke Orhorhoro To Jaguars For DT Maason Smith

According to Adam Schefter, the Falcons are trading DT Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars in exchange for DT Maason Smith on Friday. This marks a swap of second-round defensive tackles from the 2024 NFL Draft.

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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

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The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 21

Jaguars Reveal Surprise Inactive vs. Broncos

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars have revealed their inactive list for Sunday's Week 16 clash, and there is one surprising name. The Jaguars announced five inactives for their road battle with the Denver Broncos, and the big surprise this week is second-year defensive tackle Maason Smith.

NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / September 7, 2025

Jaguars Reveal Week 1 Inactives vs. Panthers

The Jacksonville Jaguars have announced their inactives for Week 1 vs. the Carolina Panthers, and there is one big name involved. The following players will not play vs.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 17, 2025

Jaguars Bolster Depth With Unique Trade

The Jacksonville Jaguars have had big question marks around their defensive line all summer. Now thanks to a unique trade, they are hoping to have some answers.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Field Level Media / August 14, 2025

Jaguars activate DT Maason Smith from PUP list

The Jacksonville Jaguars activated second-year defensive tackle Maason Smith from the physically unable to perform list on Thursday. A second-round draft pick (48th overall) in 2024, Smith recorded 3.0 sacks, 17 tackles and three passes defensed in 11 games (five starts) during his rookie campaign.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / July 25, 2025

Who Jaguars Need to Step Up in Maason Smith's Absence

The Jacksonville Jaguars were dealt their first small dose of adversity this week, with second-year defensive tackle Maason Smith being placed on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list on the eve of training camp.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / July 24, 2025

Jaguars' Liam Coen Discusses Maason Smith's Injury Absence

The Jacksonville Jaguars were preparing for their 2025 Training Camp Schedule at the Miller Electric Training Center in Jacksonville with great enthusiasm for a resurgence in defensive line play.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 22, 2025

Jaguars Placed DT Maason Smith On Active/PUP List

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they have placed DT Maason Smith on the active/PUP list. Players on the active/PUP list still count against the 90-man roster and can come off at any time once they pass a physical.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Athlon Sports / June 26, 2025

Jaguars' Former Second-Round Draft Pick Primed For Breakout Season in 2025

The upcoming NFL season could be a massive one for a defensive tackle entering his second season with Jacksonville Jaguars. Maason Smith, who the Jaguars snagged with the 48th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, began to make waves for his team late during his rookie season.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / June 18, 2025

Can Jaguars' Maason Smith Be the Answer at Defensive Tackle?

It has been nearly 10 years since the Jacksonville Jaguars last had an elite, game-changing defensive tackle to disrupt the line of scrimmage. Calais Campbell is among the greatest Jaguars despite his short time with the team.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / June 14, 2025

Jaguars DL Maason Smith is a Breakout Candidate

One area that the Jaguars would like to improve on is their defense. Last season, the defense was not good for the most part. But now, as they look forward to the new season, new opportunities will be there for all the players on the Jaguars' defense.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / June 6, 2024