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Atlanta Falcons Move Fast, Hire Philadelphia Eagles Exec

After eight straight losing seasons and no playoff appearances, the Atlanta Falcons needed a culture change this offseason. They moved CEO Rich McKay out of operations and hired Matt Ryan to be president of football.

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Atlanta Falcons Covering Up Stadium Logos Ahead of Major Change

The Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set for a name change this NFL offseason, although things will be back to normal by the start of the beginning of the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / April 27

NFL Expert Grades Atlanta Falcons on 2026 Draft Class

ATLANTA — The EasySportz NFL expert released team-by-team grades for all 32 clubs in the 2026 draft, with the Atlanta Falcons earning a B+ for their class despite limited draft capital.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 27

Atlanta Falcons Make Pair of Post-NFL Draft Moves

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have made a flurry of moves following the conclusion of the NFL Draft. They opted to move on from punter Trenton Gill on Monday and parted ways with Senior Director of Football Administration Chris Olsen. Gill, 27, is a former seventh-round draft pick out of NC State.

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.

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Trenton Gill News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 27

Falcons Releasing P Trenton Gill

Per Tori McElhaney, the Falcons are releasing P Trenton Gill. Gill, 27, was drafted in the seventh round out of N.C. State by the Bears with the No. 255 pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. He was entering the third year of a four-year rookie contract worth $3.7 million when the Bears cut him loose in May.

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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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.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Falcons’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

The Atlanta Falcons stayed close to home and kept things all in the family during the draft. And here are the Falcons’ 2026 NFL Draft grades for every pick.

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 27

4 UDFA's With a Chance to Make Atlanta Falcons Roster

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons were moving fast at the conclusion of this weekend’s NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, signing 14 new players as undrafted free agents. The Falcons have found success with players like this in the past, uncovering players like Ryan Schraeder, Josh Harris, Ryan Neuzil, Cobee Bryant, and more over the last several years.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 27

Watch As Six New Atlanta Falcons Get Their Draft-Day Phone Call

FLOWERY BRANCH – Ian Cunningham wrapped up his first draft as the new general manager of the Atlanta Falcons, and the franchise is set to welcome six new players to its roster.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 26

Atlanta Falcons Draft Grades Vary Widely, but They're Slammed by NFL.com

The Atlanta Falcons had a regime change following the final game of the 2025 season that included hiring general manager Ian Cunningham. Cunningham was groomed in the Baltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles front offices before doing two years as assistant general manager with the Chicago Bears.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 26

Takeaways From Day 3 of the Atlanta Falcons' NFL Draft Decisions

FLOWERY BRANCH – Ian Cunningham and the Atlanta Falcons wrapped their first NFL Draft weekend on Saturday. In total, they welcomed six new players to their roster, with two on offense and four on defense. What are the major takeaways and potential fallout from Saturday’s NFL Draft?

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 25

Atlanta Falcons Sign Former Division II Star QB

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly signing former Minnesota-Moorhead quarterback Jack Strand as an undrafted free agent, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero .

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / April 25

The Falcons Drafted a Georgia Player, Now Dawg Fans Can Shut Up

ATLANTA — Peace may finally be restored across the state of Georgia. The Atlanta Falcons used their latest draft pick on Zachariah Branch, a move that accomplishes two things at once: it adds a versatile defensive playmaker — and gives the state’s most passionate college fan base exactly what it has been asking for.

James Pearce Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / April 23

A lot still unresolved between Falcons and James Pearce Jr.

A bombshell dropped on the morning of Day 1 of the NFL Draft, as Andy Slater of Fox Sports South Florida reported that all felony charges against James Pearce Jr.

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First-round-free and loaded — Why tonight favours the Falcons’ five picks

The Atlanta Falcons won’t be involved in the opening night of the 2024 NFL Draft, as they currently don’t have a first-round pick. With just five selections overall and their first coming at No.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / April 23

Why the Falcons’ five draft picks and no first-rounder could be their biggest advantage tonight

The Atlanta Falcons will not make a pick on Thursday night. They do not have a first-round selection, hold only five total picks, and will not be on the clock until No.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 23

Needs aplenty as the Falcons head into the NFL Draft

The hype surrounding this year’s NFL Draft hasn’t been as grand as in years past, largely because the Falcons don’t own a first-round pick and have just five selections in total.

Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / April 22

Are the Atlanta Falcons Trading a Former First-Round Pick?

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons may be one of the teams to watch most closely when the clock starts at the NFL Draft. Not for who they pick — but for who they might move.

Kyle Pitts News / The Spun / April 21

Kyle Pitts Trade Gaining Momentum Before NFL Draft

It's not set in stone, but Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts could be on the move during the NFL Draft. Pitts, the No. 4 overall pick from the 2021 NFL Draft, had 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns this past season for the Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons News / Stadium Rant / April 21

Why Brian Robinson Jr. Could Thrive With The Atlanta Falcons

Brian Robinson Jr. finished his lone season with the San Francisco 49ers with 92 carries for 400 rushing yards, two touchdowns, and eight receptions for 104 yards across 17 games.

Kyle Pitts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20

Latest On Potential Kyle Pitts Trade

Falcons TE Kyle Pitts has been in trade rumors this offseason after being franchised, but he has since signed the tag and attended the start of the offseason program.