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Falcons make expected Drake London contract decision after career season

The Atlanta Falcons are coming off an NFL Draft where most people are high on what they did, and the work doesn’t stop there for them. The next step was to make sure their current key players are locked in for the long haul, and they made the necessary moves to do that with Drake London, according to Adam Schefter.

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Falcons pick up fifth-year option for WR Drake London

The Atlanta Falcons exercised their fifth-year option for wide receiver Drake London on Wednesday. London, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, will earn a guaranteed $16.817 million in 2026.

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

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Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

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.

NFL Draft News

Did Browns nearly draft Jaxson Dart over Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders?

One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

Insider names frontrunner in Browns' QB competition after drafting Shedeur Sanders

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Jeff Ulbrich News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

NFL disciplines Falcons for Shedeur Sanders phone number leak

The NFL handed down penalties against the Atlanta Falcons and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich for the leak of Shedeur Sanders’ phone number that led to the quarterback being prank called during the NFL Draft.

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.

Jeff Ulbrich News / Yardbarker / April 30

Falcons react to NFL levying fine against team and DC Jeff Ulbrich

Falcons react to NFL levying fine against team and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich

It was a terrible prank in which nobody besides the perpetrators of it were laughing at the end, and it's proven costly for the Falcons organization and their defensive coordinator.

NFC draft grades: What teams earned an 'A' besides Giants?

Are Falcons actively searching for a Kirk Cousins buyer?

Drake London News / Gridiron Heroics / April 30

Atlanta Falcons Make Major $16 million Drake London Decision

The Atlanta Falcons made an easy decision when it comes to wide receiver Drake London’s future. Wednesday, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Falcons officially exercised wide receiver Drake London’s fifth-year option, guaranteeing one more year of team control on the emerging star’s rookie contract.

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.

Jeff Ulbrich News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 30

NFL Fines Falcons & DC Jeff Ulbrich For Security Breach Leading To Prank Calls

According to Tom Pelissero, the NFL has fined the Falcons $250,000 and DC Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 for the security failures that led to Browns QB Shedeur Sanders being prank-called during the draft.

Drake London News / Pro Football Rumors / April 30

Falcons to pick up star WR's fifth-year option

The former No. 8 overall pick is now an essential piece to the organization’s aim to develop Michael Penix Jr. into a franchise quarterback.

Are Falcons actively searching for a Kirk Cousins buyer?

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

Falcons react to NFL levying fine against team and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich

Every trade involving the No. 1 overall NFL draft pick

The 'Active passing yards-per-game leaders' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 30

Falcons projected to have no compensatory draft picks in 2026

Copy and paste from the last decade. For what seems like the tenth consecutive year, the Atlanta Falcons are not projected to have any compensatory draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Chris Chester News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Chris Chester To Step Down From Leigh Leopards

Leigh Leopards director of rugby, Chris Chester, will likely leave the club after a prosperous tenure that saw the team promoted into the Super League and triumphing in the Challenge Cup.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Shares Update on Kirk Cousins' Status

Kirk Cousins’ 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons was up and down, showing moments of strong play but also key mistakes. Despite trade rumors and being benched late in the season, he remains on the roster — a surprise to many fans.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Insider suggests four-time Pro Bowler as backup plan for Steelers

Insider suggests four-time Pro Bowl option for Steelers if Aaron Rodgers doesn't sign

If Rodgers does decide to hang up his future Hall of Fame cleats, ESPN's Adam Schefter feels the Steelers do have a second option at quarterback not named Mason Rudolph or Will Howard.

How Steelers reportedly expect Aaron Rodgers saga will end

Steelers may have found another steal in UDFA pool as Pittsburgh lands an athletic freak

Are Falcons actively searching for a Kirk Cousins buyer?

How did every NFL Hall of Fame QB fare in their final season?

The 'Most passing yards in an NFL game' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Falcons Find Hidden Gem with this UDFA Signing

The Atlanta Falcons had a draft class this year that fans have reacted very positively to. As compared to years past, this one gives fans hope and excitement.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 29