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Kyle Pitts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 24
What Kyle Pitts’ New Contract Means for Falcons Moving Forward
Just three weeks removed from making their first major financial commitment of the offseason, Ian Cunningham and the Atlanta Falcons made their second – but it wasn’t the way that many expected it to go.
Kyle Pitts News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Kyle Pitts makes tight end history with new contract
The Atlanta Falcons just continue to open up the checkbooks this offseason, and now tight end Kyle Pitts is the latest beneficiary. The Falcons and Pitts agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $54 million, with $36 million fully guaranteed.
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise 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.
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise
Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / June 23
Falcons agree on 3-year, $54M deal with TE Kyle Pitts
The Atlanta Falcons agreed to a three-year, $54 million deal with tight end Kyle Pitts on Tuesday that includes a reported $36 million fully guaranteed, Pitts' agents told ESPN.
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.
Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / June 24
Falcons ink three-year contract extension with Kyle Pitts
According to Ian Rapoport, the Atlanta Falcons have inked a three-year, $54 million contract extension with Kyle Pitts. The deal comes with $36 million
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 23
RB Bijan Robinson is up next for Falcons after $54M extension for TE Kyle Pitts
Robinson may be feeling a little envious after the Atlanta Falcons signed two of their other skill players to contract extensions.
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.
Kyle Pitts News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23
Falcons, TE Kyle Pitts Agree On Extension
The Falcons have now extended two of their three top-10 picks at the skill positions. They are following their Drake London payday with a Kyle Pitts re-up.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 23
Falcons Signing TE Kyle Pitts To Three-Year, $54M Contract
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Falcons are signing TE Kyle Pitts to a three-year, $54 million contract with $36 million guaranteed. Atlanta used the franchise tag on Pitts, which would have cost just over $15 million for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23
Falcons Could Make WR Addition
Drake London is set to anchor the Falcons’ receiver room once again in 2026 and well into the future. Atlanta could be among the teams seeking additional depth this summer, though.
LaCale London News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 23
Inside Falcons DL LaCale London’s Unlikely Path From Honda to NFL Starter
Just a few years ago, LaCale London was washing cars in his hometown of Peoria, Illinois, hoping to get a second chance at playing college football. Fast forward, London is entering his fourth NFL season on the Atlanta Falcons roster and is now a rotational starter on the defensive line, manning the nose tackle spot.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 22
Biggest Surprise from Atlanta Falcons OTAs and Minicamp
The Atlanta Falcons had several key roles to fill during the offseason after free agent losses claimed linebacker Kaden Elliss and defensive tackle David Onyemata.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 21
Mandatory minicamp proved Tua Tagovailoa should get Falcons’ starting QB job under Kevin Stefanski
As the Atlanta Falcons prepare for the 2026 NFL season, there is one aspect of the team that fans are closely monitoring until Week 1 on Sept. 13. against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 21
Who is the Atlanta Falcons' Biggest Breakout Candidate?
The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new generation in 2026, but who could be leading that charge? There will be several breakout candidates for the franchise
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 21
2 underrated Falcons sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. provided a positive update during minicamp, stating that although he is not yet 100% recovered from last season’s ACL injury, he is making good progress in his rehabilitation.
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.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 21
ESPN Analyst Raises Concerns About Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa
Was Tua Tagovailoa's 2025 season the blip, or was everything before it? That question just might define the Atlanta Falcons ' season before it even starts.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 20
Falcons Players Buying In to Kevin Stefanski, New Regime
FLOWERY BRANCH – Mandatory minicamp wrapped up this week, and the early reviews of the Atlanta Falcons' new regime have been overwhelmingly positive. It’s
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 18
Michael Penix Jr. gets more bad news amid Tua Tagovailoa competition
Penix Jr. seems to be facing an uphill battle in his competition with Tagovailoa.
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 / Field Level Media / June 16
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. won't participate in minicamp team sessions
Atlanta Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. won't participate in team drills despite rejoining the team for this week's minicamp. Head coach Kevin Stefanski shared the news Tuesday, confirming earlier reports that Pearce was back with the team for the camp that runs through Thursday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / June 15
DE James Pearce Jr. to attend Falcons' minicamp
James Pearce Jr. was at the Falcons' facility on Monday to undergo a physical before the start of Atlanta's mandatory minicamp this week. The 22-year-old pass rusher was not with the team for voluntary workouts in the spring due to off-field issues.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 15
Falcons' Quarterback Battle May Already Have Early Favorite
Atlanta Falcons first-year head coach Kevin Stefanski has a big decision to make before the 2026 NFL season begins. There's a quarterback battle brewing between Michael Penix Jr.
James Pearce Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / June 15
Report: James Pearce Jr. expected to be present for Falcons mandatory minicamp
According to Fox 5, Falcons star pass rusher James Pearce Jr. will be in attendance at mandatory minicamp this week. In late May, it was reported that the charges against James Pearce Jr.
Storm Norton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 11
Falcons Place OT Storm Norton On PUP List
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed OT Storm Norton on the reserve/physically unable to perform list. Norton missed the entire 2025 season due to ankle injury last summer.
Drake London News / SportsTalkATL / June 10
Falcons fans will love this comments from Drake London following extension
The biggest move of the Falcons’ offseason was inking Drake London to a four-year, $141 million contract extension. The deal makes him the third-highest paid pass catcher in the league — a well-deserved moment for a player who embodies everything the Falcons are trying to build in Atlanta.
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