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Falcons confirm big news about first-round pick Jalon Walker

The Falcons have one of the league's smaller classes to sign after taking only five rookies in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Projecting the Falcons roster after the 2025 NFL Draft

Can Cobee Bryant and Nick Nash make Atlanta’s roster? Kevin Knight brings you his first Falcons 53-man roster projection of the 2025 cycle with thoughts on the UDFAs chances of the making the roster, how the team will organize the defensive line, and more.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 9

Falcons 'Somewhere In Between' on QB Urgency Meter

After the Atlanta Falcons added two quarterbacks at a very high cost during the 2024 offseason, the fanbase doesn't want to even think about the possibility of needing to find another signal-caller.

Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / May 9

The Atlanta Falcons have a UDFA who has already made a bigger name for himself than many established veteran players

The Atlanta Falcons kicked off their rookie minicamp on Friday, featuring not only their 2025 NFL Draft picks, but also their undrafted free agent signings and tryout invitees. Among those players will be cornerback Cobee Bryant, who signed with the Falcons after shockingly going undrafted.

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.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 9

Falcons Sign 3 Draft Picks to Rookie Contracts

Before the Atlanta Falcons started rookie minicamp Friday at IBM Performance Field in Flowery Branch, Ga., they handled business with three of their five picks from the 2025 NFL draft.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 9

Falcons Rumored to Have Europe Game in 2025 NFL Schedule Leak

The Atlanta Falcons will play nine road games in the 2025 NFL season. That, we already know. But what's unclear is whether the Falcons may head to another continent for one of those road games.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / May 9

Falcons sign draft picks Xavier Watts, Billy Bowman, and Jack Nelson as rookie minicamp kicks off

Three-fifths of Atlanta’s class is now under contract. The Atlanta Falcons have three draft picks signed, which means a majority of their class is under contract in early May.

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 / The Falcoholic / May 9

Friday Falconry: Will Michael Penix soar in 2025?

This team’s fortunes depend a great deal on the second-year quarterback. Welcome to Friday Falconry, where we’re taking advantage of the quiet part of the league calendar to open the floodgates to some big picture discussions.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 9

Where Does Michael Penix Jr. Rank on NFL.com's List of QBs on Rookie Contracts?

Atlanta Falcons second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr quite rightly finds himself ranked by Nick Shook of NFL.com on his rundown of the top 15 signal callers playing on rookie contracts.

Kirk Cousins News / ESPN / May 9

Where will Falcons QB Kirk Cousins ultimately play in 2025?

Cousins could end up on another team, but he has a no-trade clause, so where does that leave the Falcons?

Michael Penix Jr. News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Former Falcons Wide Receiver Shares His Thoughts on Michael Penix Jr.

Just like in life, an NFL season brings its share of surprises, disappointments, and chances to shine. We often find ourselves drawn to the stories of those who have triumphed against the odds, the true underdogs in their field.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 8

Michael Penix Jr. Responds to Popular 2024 Falcons 'What-If'

The Atlanta Falcons will enter the 2025 NFL regular season on a seven-year playoff drought. Some fans, though, have argued the drought would have ended last winter if the team replaced quarterback Kirk Cousins with rookie Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 8

Falcons' 'Biggest Remaining Need' Still on Defense: Analyst

The Atlanta Falcons used their first four 2025 NFL Draft picks on defensive prospects. Then in undrafted free agency, the team signed five more defensive rookies.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 8

Falcons New Assistant Fires Strong Message to Set New High Standard

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich have the biggest responsibilities for turning around the team's defense this season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 9

Former No. 1 overall pick gets cut: Top landing spots

Top landing spots for former No. 1 overall pick

The Panthers released former No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney. Here are the best landing spots for the defender.

Exec expands on how Shedeur Sanders bombed predraft process

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Atlanta Falcons Coach Sends ‘Mike Tyson’ Warning Amid Change

The Atlanta Falcons’ defense seems like it is ready to go to war in 2025 — or inside the boxing ring, metaphorically speaking, of course. Atlanta’s new

Desmond Ridder News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 7

Ex-Falcons QB Desmond Ridder Receives Next NFL Opportunity: Report

Quarterback Desmond Ridder is still chasing the NFL dream. The 25-year-old will try to make the Denver Broncos this spring. 9News' Mike Klis reported Tuesday that the Broncos invited Ridder to tryout at the team's rookie minicamp this weekend.

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NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Michael Penix, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Falcons RB Bijan Robinson is excited to have a full offseason with QB Michael Penix, Jr. as the team’s starter. “I think it’s going to be good,” Robinson said, via Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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Two undesirable options Steelers have if they don't sign Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers are stuck between a rock and a hard place. The hard place is the uninspiring quarterback room they've assembled for the 2025 season, and the rock is the excruciating process of negotiating with Aaron Rodgers.

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