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On YouTubeChris Lindstrom News / Athlon Sports / June 8
PFF Ranks Chris Lindstrom As The Number One Guard In The NFL
The Falcons have been wanting good news for a while now and having the top ranked guard on your roster is some news they like to hear. PFF has ranked Lindstrom at number one after he put up his best season in 2024.
Atlanta Falcons News / HBCUs on SI / June 8
Black College Football Hall Of Fame: 2025 Induction Class Honored In Atlanta
The Black College Football Hall of Fame Board of Trustees inducted six members to its Class of 2025 at its 16th Annual Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, June 7. NFL Network's broadcaster Steve Wyche was the master of ceremonies at the event.
The 'Active NFL players with multiple AP First-Team All-Pro selections' quiz
How many of the players to earn AP first-team all-NFL honors multiple times in their careers can you name in five minutes?
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
NFL.com Adds Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts to Make-or-Break List
Atlanta Falcons fans are probably tired of hearing that this is the year for mercurial tight end Kyle Pitts, but the 24-year-old former No. 4 overall pick
The NFL's best position groups for 2025 season
Teams have mostly set their rosters for 2025. Here are the best position groups going into training camp. For defenses, we are organizing these as though everyone is in nickel.
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 / Athlon Sports / June 7
Raheem Morris Expects a Big Second Year Jump from Michael Penix Jr.
Raheem Morris met with the media this week and was asked a few questions regarding the development of his younger players. The Falcons saw running back Bijan Robinson vastly improve in his second season and wide receiver Drake London increased his receiving yards in year two but made a huge leap in productivity in his third season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Falcons Legend John Abraham Discusses His Case For The NFL HOF, And His Inspiring Journey After Football
Recently, Falcons legend John Abraham would sit down with Atlanta Falcons journalist Josh Petry, host of the "Nerdz Enigma" Podcast on YouTube to discuss
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.
Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
Pair of AFC South Floated as Potential Kirk Cousins Destinations
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers. With that, the music around quarterbacks this offseason has stopped. And Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins doesn't have a chair.
Bijan Robinson News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson Expects Bigger Plays For Bigger Wins
The Falcons have an explosive offense, but they are still young and trying to find their footing to be a consistent winner in the NFL. Bijan Robinson knows that the offense runs through him, and finishing fourth last year in yards from scrimmage wasn't good enough for the workhorse back.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Former Falcons Dynamic QB Impressed By Michael Penix Jr After OTA Visit
Atlanta Falcons legend Mike Vick made a surprise appearance in Flowery Branch during Atlanta's OTAs this past week and had high praise for Michael Penix Jr., who is set to start his first full season in the NFL and be a significant contributing face of the franchise in Atlanta. “I'm excited for Mike.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
NFL Analyst Only Lukewarm on Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons have a ton of confidence in quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That was made clear when the team invested nearly all of their offseason assets on defense.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Portion Of Atlanta Falcons Schedule Allows Them To Create Space To Seize NFC South Title
According to NFL schedule experts, since the NFL has experts in every aspect of the game, the Atlanta Falcons have the 20th-ranked strength of schedule for the 2025 NFL season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 6
Kirk Cousins trade talks get doused in cold water after Aaron Rodgers signing
Aaron Rodgers and Kirk Cousins have been the two biggest quarterbacks on the market this offseason in terms of name recognition. They might not be the most talented but have generated the most buzz.
Jared Bernhardt News / Pro Football Rumors / June 6
Former Falcons WR to begin lacrosse career
In 2021, Jared Bernhardt won the Tewaaraton Award as the country’s top collegiate lacrosse player. He turned his attention toward a professional football career afterwards, but that proved to be a short-lived effort.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
Falcons Legend Impressed By Michael Penix Jr After Visiting OTAs
Earlier in the week, an Atlanta Falcons legend stopped by Flowery Branch. Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, now the head coach at Norfolk State University, visited the team’s practice facility for OTAs and had high praise for Michael Penix Jr, a fellow and first-round pick who is preparing his first full season as a starter.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 6
Can the Falcons Finally Dethrone the Bucs in the NFC South?
The 2016 season still lives in infamy for the Atlanta Falcons, thanks to that 28-3 lead that disappeared in Super Bowl LI against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
Falcons Rank Among Middle of the Pack In PFF’s Preseason Rankings
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2025 season in familiar territory; not among the league’s worst, but still a few steps away from being a true contender. Ahead of the 2025 NFL season, Pro Football Focus’ Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman ranked all 32 teams while also naming their strengths and weaknesses.
Michael Penix Jr. News / The Falcoholic / June 6
Why fans should be excited about Michael Penix Jr. with JP Acosta 
The Falcons are going all-in on second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in 2025. Kevin Knight is joined by JP Acosta to discuss reasons why fans should be excited about Penix in Year 2, as well as some areas of improvement for the young signal caller.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 6
Rising Atlanta Falcons rookie turning heads in 2025 OTAs
In Raheem Morris’s first year as head coach, the Atlanta Falcons finished the season 8-9. It was good enough to be in second place in the NFC South division, but not good enough to make the playoffs.
Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / June 6
Kirk Cousins is all but certain to be with the Falcons in 2025
The Falcons’ hopes of trading Kirk Cousins have essentially been put to bed, with Aaron Rodgers expected to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the coming days.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 6
Aaron Rodgers' decision is bad news for one other veteran QB
Aaron Rodgers has reportedly made the unsurprising decision to agree to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and there is one other veteran quarterback who may not have wanted to see that happen.
Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / June 5
Might Kyle Pitts’ struggles with Falcons be due to a lingering knee injury?
The Falcons are disappointed with Kyle Pitts. Fans are disappointed with the highest-drafted tight end in league history. Hell, I imagine he’s disappointed in himself to this point in his career.
Dustin Colquitt News / Field Level Media / June 4
Former All-Pro P Dustin Colquitt retires as a Chief after signing 1-day deal
Former Pro Bowl punter Dustin Colquitt signed a one-day contract with Kansas City so he could retire as a Chief, the team announced on Wednesday. Colquitt, 43, has not played since the 2021 season, when he appeared in five games with the Cleveland Browns.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / June 4
Albert Breer expands on Falcons, Kyle Pitts trade rumors
Kyle Pitts trade rumors are running rampant, but Falcons fans should temper expectations of anything coming to fruition anytime soon, according to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 4
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. discusses growing as leader amid odd Kirk Cousins situation
Penix couldn't help that the Falcons made him the eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft less than two months after Atlanta signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed in free agency.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / June 4
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. will be key to star RB achieving lofty 2025 goal
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has big plans for 2025. His biggest obstacle might be starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
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