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Falcons Picking Up WR Drake London's 5th-Year Option

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons receiver Drake London is now officially under contract through 2026. London, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft, was set to enter the final guaranteed year of his rookie contract in 2025.

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Atlanta Falcons Make Major $16 million Drake London Decision

The Atlanta Falcons made an easy decision when it comes to wide receiver Drake London’s future. Wednesday, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Falcons officially exercised wide receiver Drake London’s fifth-year option, guaranteeing one more year of team control on the emerging star’s rookie contract.

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

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Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 30

Falcons projected to have no compensatory draft picks in 2026

Copy and paste from the last decade. For what seems like the tenth consecutive year, the Atlanta Falcons are not projected to have any compensatory draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft.

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.

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Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

Chris Chester News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Chris Chester To Step Down From Leigh Leopards

Leigh Leopards director of rugby, Chris Chester, will likely leave the club after a prosperous tenure that saw the team promoted into the Super League and triumphing in the Challenge Cup.

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 Draft News

One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

Insider names frontrunner in Browns' QB competition after drafting Shedeur Sanders

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Shares Update on Kirk Cousins' Status

Kirk Cousins’ 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons was up and down, showing moments of strong play but also key mistakes. Despite trade rumors and being benched late in the season, he remains on the roster — a surprise to many fans.

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 / Yardbarker / April 30

Insider suggests four-time Pro Bowler as backup plan for Steelers

Insider suggests four-time Pro Bowl option for Steelers if Aaron Rodgers doesn't sign

If Rodgers does decide to hang up his future Hall of Fame cleats, ESPN's Adam Schefter feels the Steelers do have a second option at quarterback not named Mason Rudolph or Will Howard.

How Steelers reportedly expect Aaron Rodgers saga will end

Steelers may have found another steal in UDFA pool as Pittsburgh lands an athletic freak

Are Falcons actively searching for a Kirk Cousins buyer?

How did every NFL Hall of Fame QB fare in their final season?

The 'Most passing yards in an NFL game' quiz

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 29

Falcons Third-Rounder Ranked Among Best Picks in 2025 NFL Draft

Much of the national conversation around the 2025 NFL Draft for the Atlanta Falcons has been the team's trade back up into the first round. But general manager Terry Fontenot orchestrated two significant trades up the board during the 2025 Draft.

Atlanta Falcons News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Falcons Find Hidden Gem with this UDFA Signing

The Atlanta Falcons had a draft class this year that fans have reacted very positively to. As compared to years past, this one gives fans hope and excitement.

Drake London News / Pro Football Talk / April 29

Drake London awaits a decision on his fifth-year option

The deadline to pick up fifth-year options on the rookie contracts of the 2022 first-round draft picks is Thursday. Only one top-10 pick from that draft class — Falcons receiver Drake London — has not had a decision made about his fifth-year option.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 29

Are Falcons actively searching for a Kirk Cousins buyer?

Cousins' relationship with his current employer hasn't been the same since Atlanta made Michael Penix Jr. a first-round draft pick last spring.

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

2025 NFL Draft winners and losers: Raiders score big, Shedeur Sanders' disaster

Son of Falcons assistant coach behind Shedeur Sanders prank call

Beginner's luck: Rookie NFL QBs who led their teams to the postseason

The 'Most passing yards in an NFL game' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 29

How The Falcons Can Win The NFC South In 2025

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2017, the year after blowing a 28-3 lead in the Super Bowl. Since that season, they have not gone over .500, with last season being their best record since 2017.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 29

The Atlanta Falcons need to find more stars for DC Jeff Ulbrich, and they found one while stopping a major 2025 NFL Draft slide

There was no questioning what the goal was for the Atlanta Falcons heading into the 2025 NFL Draft. With quarterback Michael Penix Jr. already in place, along with a lot of skill position talent, defense was the name of the game for head coach Raheem Morris and his Falcons staff.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 29

Falcons fans give 2025 class an ‘A’

How would you grade the Falcons draft this year? In case you missed it, the 2025 NFL Draft occurred this past weekend. The Atlanta Falcons had a very interesting

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Each Atlanta Falcons Draft Pick Offers Impact Potential

Make no mistake about it. This Atlanta Falcons draft class looks like one of the best in years. The Atlanta Falcons' clear goal for the 2025 NFL Draft was to address the pass rush situation (or lack thereof) by adding players who would make an impact immediately.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 28

How The Falcons Look After The Draft

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to improve from their 8-9 finish in 2024, where they had one of the worst defenses in the NFL. That is the main reason that Terry Fontenot focused so heavily on rebuilding the defense with the first four picks they had this year.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 28

NFL Insider Ian Rapoport Reveals Two Teams Kirk Cousins Could Play for in 2025

Kirk Cousins’ 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons started strong but ended in disappointment. After signing a four-year, $180 million deal, Cousins helped lead the Falcons to a 6-3 record, including a franchise-record 509 passing yards against Tampa Bay in Week 5.

Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / April 28

They Addressed Needs and Got Good Players,' NFL Scouts Praise Atlanta Falcons’ Draft Haul

The Atlanta Falcons were among the more aggressive franchises throughout the NFL Draft and added significant talent to an emerging dominant defense. Shortly after selecting top ranked edge rusher Jalon Walker with the No.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 28

James Pearce Jr. trade sinks Mel Kiper’s Falcons draft grade

The Atlanta Falcons made just five picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. Part of the reason was their trade late on Thursday night to get back into the first round.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 28

Falcons Receive More Criticism for 'Very Conflicting' Draft

Some analytical statistics love the 2025 NFL draft class for the Atlanta Falcons. A lot of analysts, though, do not. That includes The Athletic's Dane Brugler.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 28

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

Could Cousins end up back with the franchise he quarterbacked for six seasons?

Vikings to sign QB Max Brosmer as UDFA

Does Seahawks QB trade with Vikings close door on Aaron Rodgers?

How did every NFL Hall of Fame QB fare in their final season?

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

Jeff Ulbrich News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 27

Son of Falcons DC Responsible for Shedeur Sanders Prank Call During NFL Draft

The son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich was responsible for the prank call quarterback Shedeur Sanders received during the 2025 NFL draft, the Falcons announced in a press release Sunday.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Spun / April 27

NFL Team Makes Decision On Punishment For Shedeur Sanders Prank Call

The Atlanta Falcons addressed the prank call made to Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft. As the quarterback continued to slide during the draft's second day, he received a call from someone posing as New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis.

Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / April 27