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Bijan Robinson’s Fantasy Football Outlook For 2025 NFL Season

Bijan Robinson was drafted eighth overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. In the years leading up to his arrival in the NFL, teams were hesitant to draft running backs early in the first round.

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Falcons added CB Grayland Arnold, waive OL Kilian Zierer over the weekend

The Falcons are keen to keep shuffling their secondary depth. When your head coach is a longtime defensive backs coach, your assistant head coach is a longtime defensive backs coach, and your franchise justifiably views the secondary as a critical piece of the team, you’re going to stack depth there.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 17 hours ago

Is Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins Better than Michael Penix Jr. Right Now?

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.-- After being relegated to the backup spot behind Michael Penix Jr., Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins' future with the organization has been a constant outside discussion.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 19 hours ago

Comfort Brings Confidence for Falcons Offense in Year 2 Under Robinson

When the Atlanta Falcons hired Raheem Morris as their head coach ahead of last season, he brought along passing game coordinator Zac Robinson from the Los Angeles Rams to serve as Atlanta’s offensive coordinator.

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.

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Atlanta Falcons Rookie Xavier Watts Receives Highest Compliment from Raheem Morris

The Atlanta Falcons invested heavily in the defense in their last two NFL Drafts, particularly in 2025 with two first-round picks being used on edge rushers.

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.

Raheem Morris News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 22 hours ago

Who's Returning Kicks for Atlanta Falcons? Raheem Morris Breaks Down Competition

Much has been made of the Atlanta Falcons defensive failings in 2024. Giving up 30 or more points in the four of the final seven games of the season helped take the spotlight off a unit that was equally poor, if not worse: Special Teams.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / 22 hours ago

Falcons Owner Arthur Blank Endorses GM Terry Fontenot, HC Raheem Morris

In early April, a few weeks prior to this year’s draft, Falcons owner Arthur Blank addressed the status of general manager Terry Fontenot . At the time, Blank did not offer a public vote of confidence, though he did stop short of describing the 2025 season as a make-or-break year for the front office boss.

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.

Drake London News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 2

Drake London - The Atlanta Falcons' Jekyll and Hyde

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London has quickly become one of the leaders on the team with an infectious personality, tireless work ethic, and obsessive

Michael Penix Jr. News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 2

Michael Penix Jr. 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook: Sleeper QB with Big Upside

Michael Penix Jr. may not be a household name just yet, but smart fantasy football managers know that the real game-changers are often found in the late rounds.

Micah Parsons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

Micah Parsons Wants Out: Are the Falcons in Play?

Micah Parsons wants out of Dallas after the star pass rusher’s contract negotiations fell apart with the Cowboys. Could he make sense for the Atlanta Falcons?

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 1

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.

Kyle Pitts News / Last Word On Sports / August 1

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.

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.

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,

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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 / 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.

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.