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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 28
Who should the Falcons consider trading ahead of the deadline?
The NFL trade deadline is around the corner, and the Falcons find themselves in an intriguing position. They’re 3-4, which doesn’t exactly scream “championship contender.” But they’re also just a half-game back of the Panthers for first place in the NFC South, 3-2 with Michael Penix Jr.
Maason Smith News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 28
Maason Smith Making Falcons Trade with Jaguars Look Even Better
Maason Smith delivered one of his most productive performances of the season as the Atlanta Falcons defeated the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Smith finished with two tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss, one quarterback hit, and a forced fumble.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 28
The Atlanta Falcons Keep Their Season Afloat By Handing the 49ers Their First Loss
The 2-4 Atlanta Falcons hosted the San Francisco 49ers in a game that felt like a trip back to the late 1980s and early 1990s NFC West. The Falcons took the field in throwback black jerseys and red helmets, ready to figure out a way to keep their season afloat.
The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of the 2025 season?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 27
Did Falcons Find their Franchise QB in Michael Penix Jr.? SI's Albert Breer Weighs In
It's a popular refrain that the Atlanta Falcons have been in quarterback purgatory since trading Matt Ryan prior to the 2022 season. That's only partially true.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 27
Falcons Big Winners in Week 8 NFL Power Rankings after Upsetting 49ers
The Atlanta Falcons have already been on a roller coaster season. They began the season 0-2 and look like they're going to be in the running for the No.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / October 27
All the stats suggest Michael Penix Jr. can be the Falcons franchise quarterback
Michael Penix Jr. has looked every bit a franchise quarterback for the Falcons this year, and every metric backs it up. His completion percentage has risen seven points under Tommy Rees, sitting at 66.7% for the season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 27
Is Michael Penix Jr. a franchise quarterback?
Penix Jr. has the Falcons offense rolling. Is he the answer at quarterback in Atlanta?
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / October 26
Atlanta Falcons Acquire Former Eagles Super Bowl Champion
The Atlanta Falcons continue to fine-tune their roster as they navigate a competitive NFC South race, and the latest addition gives the organization another long-armed option on the offensive side of the ball.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / October 26
Michael Penix Jr., Falcons get statement win over the 49ers
Nobody gave the Falcons much of a chance heading into a Week 7 matchup with the undefeated 49ers, and after the first quarter and a half, it was easy to see why.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26
Baker Mayfield believes Buccaneers made a 'statement' with blowout win over Panthers
One of the more surprising NFL results of the final Sunday of October involved the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earning a blowout 43-13 win at the rival Carolina Panthers that improved Tampa Bay to 2-5 on the season.
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.
Kendal Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
Falcons LB Kendal Daniels makes fearless admission after sealing 49ers game in return
Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels made a memorable comeback from a frightening neck injury, helping his team hand the previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers their first loss of the season with a 29-20 win at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday.
Drake London News / Total Pro Sports / October 25
Drake London Was Brutally Punched In The Head by 49ers Defender In Violent Game That Saw Him Checked For Concussion
Atlanta Falcons star wide receiver Drake London had to exit Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers after taking a vicious hit. It was a very busy game for him against the dangerous Niners’ defense.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 25
Kendal Daniels leads Falcons to upset win one week after scary injury
One week ago, Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels nearly saw his short NFL career come to an end.
Kevin Stefanski News / Viral Sports News / October 25
Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski Speaks Out After Beating 49ers
The Atlanta Falcons overcame an early 14-3 deficit to defeat the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers 29-20 on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, improving to 3-4 and handing San Francisco its first loss of the season.
Jessie Bates III News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25
Falcons’ Jessie Bates III joins exclusive club with game-wrecking performance vs. 49ers
The Atlanta Falcons pulled off one of the upsets of the NFL season on Sunday, taking down the San Francisco 49ers 29-20 and handing Kyle Shanahan’s squad their first loss of the season.
NFL News / Field Level Media / October 25
Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season
ATLANTA -- Michael Penix Jr. threw for 213 yards and three touchdowns and rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels had a key fourth-quarter interception on Sunday to help the Atlanta Falcons earn a 29-20 victory over the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season
Few NFL fans truly believed the San Francisco 49ers would go unbeaten this season, especially not with all the injuries that were piling up.
A.J. Terrell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24
Falcons Announce Five Moves, Activate CB A.J. Terrell
The Falcons announced Saturday that they have activated CB A.J. Terrell from injured reserve, and he will make his season debut on Sunday. The team also signed DE Drake Jackson to their active roster and placed OT Michael Jerrell on injured reserve.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23
Falcons Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons officially ruled out DB Billy Bowman Jr., LB Divine Deablo, OT Michael Jerrell, and RB Brian Robinson for Week 7, per Will McFadden of the team’s site. Atlanta will now be without their primary backup running back and currently don’t have a third back on the active roster.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / October 22
49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons
The 49ers are taking their time regarding Evans' status for the Falcons game.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22
3 Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: Talking 49ers, Malik Nabers, Tyler Higbee
After a brief intermission in our bold predictions series, we're back with three hot takes for NFL Week 7.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21
Falcons ‘Trending’ Toward Opening AJ Terrell’s Practice Window
A groin injury has shelved Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell for four games, but he is now eligible to return from injured reserve. The Falcons are indeed “trending” toward opening Terrell’s 21-day practice window this week, head coach Kevin Stefanski said (link via Josh Kendall of The Athletic).
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 21
NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline
The next three weeks could decide the fate of two of the NFC South's elite defenders.
Andy Dalton News / Yardbarker / October 19
Falcons deepen QB room with addition of Andy Dalton
The Falcons have been just one of a few NFL teams that have carried four quarterbacks on their 53-man roster this season.
Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / October 17
What Caleb Williams' expected return would mean for Bears, Falcons
For the first time since suffering an injury in Week 2, it appears that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is ready to return to action.
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