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Bijan Robinson News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 6
Atlanta Falcons Work Cap Magic Again On Bijan Robinson's Contract Extension
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Atlanta Falcons have been busy this spring and summer, signing their young core of offensive players to contract extensions. Tight end Kyle Pitts was the first to get a new deal, followed by wide receiver Drake London, offensive guard Matthew Bergeron, and finally, running back Bijan Robinson.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 6
Michael Penix Jr. makes honest admission about QB competition vs. Tua Tagovailoa
Penix Jr. discussed his mindset amid his recovery.
NFL News / The SportsRush / August 6
Matthew McConaughey First to Send Congratulatory Text to Bijan Robinson on His New $75M Deal
Bijan Robinson securing a massive contract extension is big news across the NFL, but word travels even faster in Hollywood. Shortly after reports broke that the Atlanta Falcons star agreed to a new deal worth up to $75 million, one of his most prominent high-profile admirers was already typing out a message.
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.
The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz
How many of the players with the most career touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Matthew Bergeron News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 6
Matthew Bergeron Explains Why Massive Falcons Extension ‘Means the World’
The Atlanta Falcons’ future includes left guard Matthew Bergeron. On Saturday, Aug. 2, the Canadian product inked a four-year contract extension worth $96 million, with $60 million guaranteed.
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.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 6
Falcons' Bijan Robinson opens up about contract dispute between Lions, Jahmyr Gibbs
The Atlanta Falcons made star Bijan Robinson the highest-paid running back in NFL history when the two sides recently agreed to a three-year, $75M contract extension that included $51M guaranteed. Meanwhile, Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions has been holding in and not practicing during training camp amid his desire for a big-money deal.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / HITC / August 6
Bijan Robinson reveals Matthew McConaughey was ‘first one’ to text after $75m contract news broke
Bijan Robinson became the highest-paid running back in NFL history this week after signing his blockbuster new contract. The Atlanta Falcons have secured their star man for years to come after Robinson put pen to paper on a three-year extension worth $75m.
Georgia Bulldogs News / Yardbarker / August 5
Kirby Smart comments on devastating Jalon Walker injury
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jalon Walker has a wonderful football story. He's a former five-star recruit who committed to Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs straight out of high school.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5
Falcons fans outraged over ex-rival’s disrespectful Jalon Walker-Bijan Robinson ‘soul for a soul’ take
The Atlanta Falcons recently got some tough news that rising second-year defender Jalon Walker will be out for the upcoming season with a torn ACL. The news came just hours after it was announced that the team had re-signed superstar Bijan Robinson to a new deal that made him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.
Jalon Walker News / Lindy's Sports / August 5
Falcons Have Obvious Roster Move After Devastating Jalon Walker Injury
The Atlanta Falcons were handed devastating injury news to star pass rusher Jalon Walker during training camp. Atlanta confirmed that Walker tore his ACL and is lost for the entire 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5
Falcons’ Bijan Robinson reveals immediate Matthew McConaughey text after contract extension
Almost immediately after Atlanta Falcons star Bijan Robinson signed a contract extension, he received a text from Texas Longhorns football superfan Matthew McConaughey.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / August 5
Ian Rapoport projects Tua Tagovailoa as Falcons Week 1 starter over Michael Penix
One of the NFL’s more intriguing position battles takes place in Atlanta. New head coach Kevin Stafanski has a quarterback decision to make. Michael Penix enters as the incumbent, while Tua Tagovailoa signed with the Falcons this offseason.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5
Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. staying cryptically optimistic about injury return
The Atlanta Falcons are currently taking part in training camp as they gear up for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. Injury concerns have already been a problem for the Falcons at this point of the offseason, as last year’s rookie standout Jalon Walker recently went down with a torn ACL that will sideline him for the upcoming campaign.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / August 5
Jahmyr Gibbs Holdout: What His Fantasy Outlook Looks Like for 2026
If you are drafting in the next few weeks, the Jahmyr Gibbs holdout fantasy outlook for 2026 is the storyline you cannot ignore. The Detroit Lions running back has spent the opening stretch of training camp on the sideline in a gray cutoff hoodie instead of the backfield, staging a hold-in while he pushes for a new contract.
Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / August 5
The Kyle Pitts optimism is back — and it might be warranted this time
For years, Falcons fans have been waiting for the Kyle Pitts breakout campaign — the version they saw when he burst onto the scene as a rookie back in 2021.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 5
Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for promising Falcons second-year LB Jalon Walker
Walker flashed franchise cornerstone potential after the Falcons selected the former Georgia Bulldogs standout with pick No. 15 in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / August 5
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson: A 'dream' to stay with one team
Bijan Robinson is thrilled to remain with the Atlanta Falcons. The star running back achieved one of his goals on Wednesday morning by signing a contract extension that spans through the 2030 season.
Jalon Walker News / Field Level Media / August 5
Report: Falcons' Jalon Walker sustained torn ACL
Tests confirmed that Atlanta Falcons pass rusher Jalon Walker sustained a torn ACL and likely will miss the upcoming season, ESPN reported on Wednesday.
KhaDarel Hodge News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5
49ers Signing WR KhaDarel Hodge
According to Jeremy Fowler, the 49ers are signing veteran WR KhaDarel Hodge to the roster. San Francisco’s receiving corps has been pretty banged up to start training camp and Hodge gives them a healthy body with a lot of experience. Hodge, 31, wound up going undrafted out of Prairie View A&M back in 2018.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / August 5
Bijan Robinson reveals 'dream' after signing extension with Falcons
Robinson agreed to a three-year, $75M contract extension that included $51M guaranteed and made him the NFL's highest-paid running back.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 5
Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa addresses narrative about Michael Penix Jr. QB competition
Tagovailoa isn't accepting what many in the football world believe to be a foregone conclusion.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 4
Falcons Place DE DeAngelo Malone On Reserve/PUP List, Looking Into Edge Rusher Addition
After years of struggles rushing the passer, the Falcons broke through in Jeff Ulbrich‘s first season running the defense. A pass rush powered by rookies James Pearce Jr. and Jalon Walker spearheaded Atlanta to a 57-sack season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 4
Falcons hit with brutal injury to key defender at training camp
Just as the Atlanta Falcons solved one problem, another emerges.
Kevin Stefanski News / A to Z Sports / August 4
Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski likely second-guessing his choice to take the Atlanta job following brutal injury news
The Falcons have had a rough summer and spring when it comes to injury situations at the quarterback position, not to mention questions about their first-round pick, James Pearce.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Report reveals Falcons’ likely starter at QB
The Atlanta Falcons already know who will likely start at quarterback for them in Week 1, and the decision does not sound like a tough one at all. Tua Tagovailoa is almost certain to be the Falcons’ starting quarterback for Week 1, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / August 4
Are the Falcons Finally Building Their Offense the Right Way?
For years, the Atlanta Falcons have had exciting offensive talent without turning it into sustained success. Now, Atlanta appears to be taking a different approach: draft your stars, develop them and pay them before they can leave.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / August 5
Bijan Robinson extension continues curious Falcons offseason strategy
The Falcons have locked in another key member of their core, but a huge missing piece remains.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 4
Ex-Falcons C Todd McClure Joins Atlanta’s Front Office
The Falcons have added another former player to their front office. Todd McClure, Atlanta’s starting center from 2000 to 2012, has rejoined his longtime team as their coordinator of player development/senior personnel assistant, per Bleacher Report’s James Palmer.
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