Atlanta Falcons: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jessie Bates and Xavier Watts: Falcons of a Feather

The Atlanta Falcons ’ 2025 third-round pick, Xavier Watts, could make for a good fit simply based on his influences. He said he models his game after Atlanta’s star safety Jessie Bates, and the pair share a bunch of similarities.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Kyle Pitts Fantasy Outlook: Does He Break Out?

My, how recency bias can tank a player’s fantasy value. Kyle Pitts, and rightfully so, has plummeted down the fantasy draft boards compared to past years.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Reacts to Teammate's Trash-Talking Label

Contrary to what his teammates say, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. isn't a trash-talker. He made that much clear in front of the media this week.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / August 1

Projecting the Falcons roster after the first week of training camp

The Falcons completed the first week of training camp, and we’ve learned a lot about the current state of the roster. Here’s our latest roster projection based on our observations from Flowery Branch.

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 News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL mascot names' quiz

How many of the official primary mascot's names in the NFL can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB mascot names' quiz

The 'NFL stadium names' quiz

The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

Zach Harrison News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

Breakout Year for Atlanta Falcons DL Zach Harrison?

The Atlanta Falcons selected Zach Harrison in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Ohio State. While he was listed as an edge rusher, at 6-foot-6 and 278 pounds, he was quickly moved to a defensive end spot rather than a stand-up outside linebacker.

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.

Chris Lindstrom News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

Atlanta Falcons Chris Lindstrom In Line for Inaugural NFL 'Protector' Award

The Atlanta Falcons finished sixth in total offense in 2024, despite a very public quarterback meltdown and change in the second half of the season. Typically,

Terry Fontenot News / The Falcoholic / August 1

Ticking clock: Can Terry Fontenot build the Falcons into a contender before the salary cap crunch?

The arrow is pointing up for the Falcons thanks to Michael Penix, but hitting on the QB doesn’t solve all their problems. The Atlanta Falcons hope they’re on a promising path to long-term success, which they aim to realize by the end of the 2025 season.

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.

Drake London News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

Why Drake London’s Role Is More Crucial Than Ever for Atlanta Falcons

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – With training camp in full swing, the Atlanta Falcons' wide receiver room is under the spotlight, not just because of the talent at

Kyle Pitts News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Falcons Legend Has High Hopes for Kyle Pitts in 2025

Kyle Pitts became a legend in Gainesville during his time with the Florida Gators. The 6-foot-6 tight end combined with former Florida quarterback Kyle Trask to form a deadly duo that went 29-9 from 2018-20 with a pair of New Year's Six bowl game victories.

C.J. Henderson News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Falcons host former first-round pick for workout

Safety Jordan Whitehead lined up a Falcons visit shortly after receiving medical clearance. He is not the only free agent defensive back on Atlanta’s radar.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 31

Madden Ratings for Top Atlanta Falcons Revealed

While the Atlanta Falcons enter the 2025 season with several big questions , they have several constants in players who are considered among the league’s best and could help propel them back to the playoffs.

Drake London News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Falcons WR Drake London makes ‘dark’ admission about on-field demeanor

The Atlanta Falcons are hoping to end their nearly decade-long playoff drought this season under the direction of Michael Penix Jr., who took over at quarterback down the stretch of last year.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 31

Atlanta Falcons Training Camp Day 5: Youth is Served

The Atlanta Falcons kicked off Day 5 of training camp on Thursday morning with the second day of padded practice. The energy and intensity that had been apparent all camp was there tenfold. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Atlanta Falcons’ biggest reason to panic after start of 2025 NFL training camp

The balmy summer air at Flowery Branch buzzes with anticipation as Atlanta Falcons fans pack open practices, their imaginations fueled by visions of star rookie Michael Penix Jr.

Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 31

Despite Persistent Questions, Kirk Cousins Remains Non-Story for Atlanta Falcons

Like a marriage which is inevitably inching toward an amicable divorce, we can safely assume that the Atlanta Falcons and their backup quarterback, Kirk

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL stadium names' quiz

Bralen Trice News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 31

Atlanta Falcons Edge Bralen Trice Eager to Contribute: 'I'm Back Like Nothing Happened'

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Through a week of Atlanta Falcons training camp at Flowery Branch, the talk all revolves around the young pass rushers. When anyone reads that sentence, Jalon Walker – the Falcons’ top draft pick – or James Pearce Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / July 31

‘They’ll Need To Provide Some Proof of Concept’: NFL Analysis Highlights Falcons’ Biggest Weakness for 2025 Season

The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2025 NFL season with both promise and uncertainty, as analysts highlight a critical area of weakness that could affect their performance.

Jordan Whitehead News / Pro Football Rumors / July 30

S Jordan Whitehead receives full clearance, to meet with Falcons

An injury sustained in a car accident sidelined Jordan Whitehead for the Buccaneers’ final two games, and the team ended the safety’s second Tampa stint before a roster bonus was due.

Kyle Pitts News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 29

Kyle Pitts 2025 Redraft Outlook: Is Kyle Pitts Still Worth the Hype?

Once upon a time, Kyle Pitts was the darling of fantasy football. Drafted fourth overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2021, he was supposed to change the tight end position’s definition, sending shivers down the spines of defenders and dreams of championships to fantasy managers everywhere.

Darnell Mooney News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Darnell Mooney’s status for Week 1 up in the air

For every team, the #1 goal of training camp is to get through it healthy. Unfortunately, that’s easier said than done in the sport of football. On the first day of training camp, Falcons standout wide receiver Darnell Mooney came down hard on his shoulder in an attempt to catch a pass from Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

James Pearce Jr. has been a star early in Falcons training camp

The Falcons’ decision to trade a future first round pick to move back into the first round and select James Pearce Jr. was met with a lot of skepticism from the national media.

Younghoe Koo News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Is Younghoe Koo in danger of losing his job?

Among the storylines of Atlanta Falcons training camp, one that cannot be overlooked is the kicking competition. At one point last season, Younghoe Koo was the most accurate kicker in NFL history.

Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / July 27

‘Anger Got The Best Of Him’: Atlanta Falcons Coach Calls Out 1st-Round Pick For Fighting Teammates

James Pearce Jr. is bringing intensity to the Atlanta Falcons training camp this summer. Per Marc Raimondi of ESPN, the No. 26 pick in April’s draft got into two “skirmishes” with teammates during Sunday’s practice.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / July 28

Kirk Cousins makes notable leadership move after Falcons practice

Cousins might be relegated to the job of backup quarterback, but he is showing veteran leadership to his Atlanta Falcons teammates.

Falcons WR dealing with concerning injury early in training camp

Falcons take chance on former Pro Bowl WR

QB Michael Penix Jr. setting ambitious goals for Falcons offense

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'Most recent 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

Darnell Mooney News / Pro Football Rumors / July 26

Falcons WR to miss time after suffering shoulder injury

The injury occurred when he dove for a deep ball during full-team work on Thursday and left the field with a trainer, according to ESPN’s Marc Raimondi.

Journeyman WR to join fifth NFL team in five years

QB Michael Penix Jr. setting ambitious goals for Falcons offense

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'NFL all-time touchdown receptions leaders' quiz