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Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Falcons Signed DT Zacch Pickens

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have signed DT Zacch Pickens to the practice squad. He was in Atlanta for a visit yesterday. To make room, the team

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 9

Aaron Rodgers’ Retirement Tour Starts vs Falcons, Stefanski Knows the Danger

The first guest of the Aaron Rodgers retirement tour is the Atlanta Falcons. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback will open his 22nd and final NFL season at home against the Falcons this Sunday, Sept.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 9

Falcons Jawaan Taylor Embracing New Challenge: Protecting Tua Tagovailoa's Blind Side

Right tackle Jawaan Taylor’s transition to the Atlanta Falcons, after signing as a free agent from the Kansas City Chiefs, has already presented a unique challenge.

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.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 9

More info revealed on why Falcons made Tagovailoa, Penix decision

More information revealed on why Falcons made Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. decision

Tagovailoa is getting the nod for the Falcons' Week 1 matchup at the Pittsburgh Steelers this coming Sunday.

Predicting 10 future 2026 NFL headlines: QB benching, NFL records and Super Bowl LXI champion

Should Falcons give undrafted rookie QB Jack Strand a more serious look?

Two-minute drill: Super Bowl rematch, historic 49ers-Rams game highlight Week 1 NFL slate

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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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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Atlanta Falcons News / EssentiallySports / September 8

'Polynesian Version of Michael Penix': Falcons’ QB Decision Branded 'Malpractice' by Ex-NFL Player

It’s been barely two years since drafting Michael Penix Jr., and the Atlanta Falcons appear to have landed right back where they started. The team signed Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal as a replacement for Penix.

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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 8

The Falcons’ Rookies Are Being Asked to Grow Up Fast

FLOWERY BRANCH – There are going to be a lot of new faces for the Atlanta Falcons when they take the field in Pittsburgh on Sunday for the first regular-season game of the year.

Atlanta Falcons News / EssentiallySports / September 8

'That Train About to Run You Over': 3X Super Bowl Champion Sends Harsh Warning to Tua Tagovailoa Despite Winning QB1 Job

Tua Tagovailoa has won the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback job, but Shannon Sharpe does not believe the decision means the competition is over. The three-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Famer reacted to Atlanta naming Tagovailoa its Week 1 starter against the Pittsburgh Steelers, with Michael Penix Jr.

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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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 7

Falcons Have Two X-Factors Who Could Define Their 2026 Season

The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 season with questions on both sides of the football, but two young players could have an outsized impact on whether the team takes the next step.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Dan Orlovsky gets 100% real on Tua Tagovailoa’s long-term future with the Falcons

With Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season rapidly approaching, fans of the Atlanta Falcons have more questions than answers about their prospects under center.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 7

Michael Penix Jr. had honest take about not being named Falcons’ starter

Michael Penix Jr. will not be the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons during their season opener, but he is not as disappointed by that as one might think.

Tua Tagovailoa News / EasySportz / September 7

Tua Tagovailoa Named Falcons Starting Quarterback for Week 1

Tua Tagovailoa has officially won the quarterback battle in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons announced Monday that Tagovailoa will be their starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, ending a months-long competition with Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 7

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Inactive For Week 1

The Falcons were the last team to name their Week 1 starting quarterback. It was learned earlier today that Tua Tagovailoa will get the nod for Atlanta’s season opener.

Jack Strand News / Yardbarker / September 7

Should Falcons give undrafted rookie QB a more serious look?

Should Falcons give undrafted rookie QB Jack Strand a more serious look?

The Falcons have one of the worst QB situations in the NFL, and it became even bleaker on Monday.

Falcons reveal Michael Penix Jr.'s Week 1 status

Falcons, Tua Tagovailoa announcement comes with big caveat

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Jessie Bates III News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Falcons’ Jessie Bates III injury update confirms Week 1 status

The Atlanta Falcons just got an excellent Jessie Bates III injury update from Kevin Stefanski. The head coach says his star safety, who has been dealing with a lingering back injury throughout training camp, is good to go ahead of the Falcons’ Week 1 opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers.