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NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 24
Falcons Face Wounded 49ers Team Missing Key Weapons
The Atlanta Falcons (2-4) take on the San Francisco 49ers (6-0) this week at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Neither team has had a bye this season, and the injuries are starting to pile up.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 24
Roddy White Stresses What Falcons Need from Michael Penix Jr. to Be Great
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has played like a franchise quarterback for large portions of this season. There's just one problem -- Penix hasn't been on the field enough.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 24
Who's Listed on The Injury Report For The 49ers and Falcons Ahead of Sunday?
The Falcons will host the undefeated 49ers on Sunday. Both teams will be shorthanded due to lengthy injury reports. Which players will miss Sunday? Former Atlanta Falcons coaches Kyle Shanahan and Raheem Morris returned to Atlanta, looking to extend their win streak.
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 23
The Atlanta Falcons Played Bad Complimentary Football Against The Bears
In Sunday’s loss to the Chicago Bears, the Atlanta Falcons had several self-inflicted miscues that contributed to the loss. Mistakes across offense, defense, and special teams compounded, creating issues that put them further behind.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23
Falcons Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons officially ruled out DB Billy Bowman Jr., LB Divine Deablo, OT Michael Jerrell, and RB Brian Robinson for Week 7, per Will McFadden of the team’s site. Atlanta will now be without their primary backup running back and currently don’t have a third back on the active roster.
Raheem Morris News / SportsTalkATL / October 23
Does Raheem Morris give the 49ers a significant edge over the Falcons offense?
The Falcons do not find themselves in an ideal position heading into Week 7. They’re coming off two straight home losses, and now they get the undefeated 49ers, with Raheem Morris seeking a little revenge as San Francisco’s defensive coordinator.
Kyle Pitts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 23
Kyle Pitts Sr. Showing Why Atlanta Falcons Must Get Him More Involved
Kyle Pitts Sr.’s volatile usage in the Atlanta Falcons offense has been a recurring topic since the franchise invested the 2021 fourth overall NFL Draft pick in the tight end out of Florida.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 23
Why there’s still hope for the Falcons at 2-4
Following back-to-back losses, the Falcons sit at 2-4, once again behind the eight ball in the NFC South — and the road isn’t getting any easier. I’m not sure what the NFL has against Atlanta, but the schedule-makers have put this team through the wringer to start the season.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / October 22
49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons
The 49ers are taking their time regarding Evans' status for the Falcons game.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22
3 Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: Talking 49ers, Malik Nabers, Tyler Higbee
After a brief intermission in our bold predictions series, we're back with three hot takes for NFL Week 7.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Kevin Stefanski News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 22
Kevin Stefanski Gives Simple Answer on Atlanta Falcons OL Play
Like much of the Atlanta Falcons' season, the offensive line play for the team has been inconsistent. They looked like world-beaters against the Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints, and then they were bullied by the Baltimore Ravens and overwhelmed by the Chicago Bears.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / October 22
Falcons catching the 49ers at the right time for an upset
The Falcons are 0-3 at home, 2-4 on the season, and head into Week 7 looking to do what nobody else has managed through the first six weeks — beat the San Francisco 49ers.
Kendal Daniels News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 22
Falcons LB Kendal Daniels Opens Up About Scary Injury
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kendal Daniels returned to full participation in practice Wednesday after suffering a frightening neck injury against the Chicago Bears, providing an encouraging update as the team prepares for Sunday’s matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
Allen Bailey News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21
Former Chiefs, Falcons DL Allen Bailey Dies At 37
Former Chiefs and Falcons defensive lineman Allen Bailey passed away this week at the age of 37. His family’s initial belief is that he died of natural causes, though an official cause of death has not been released.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 21
The Atlanta Falcons Get Positive Injury News Ahead Of Hosting The 49ers
The Atlanta Falcons entered Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears already missing cornerbacks A.J. Terrell Jr. and C.J. Henderson as well as edge rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 21
Stefanski: Zachariah Branch’s role won’t change after nightmare showing against Bears
A lot went wrong in the Falcons’ 31-23 loss to the Bears, but an argument could be made that the game essentially came down to two special teams errors, both from rookie third-round pick Zachariah Branch.
Allen Bailey News / Viral Sports News / October 21
Former Atlanta Falcons Defender Has Died
The Atlanta Falcons organization and its fans are mourning the loss of Allen Bailey, the Georgia-born defensive end who closed his decade-long NFL career in red and black.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 21
Falcons announce fantastic news on A.J. Terrell and Kendal Daniels
There are several key pieces to the Falcons defense whose statuses for Sunday’s showdown with the undefeated San Francisco 49ers are in question. Divine Deablo suffered an arm injury in the first half of Atlanta’s loss to the Chicago Bears.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21
Falcons ‘Trending’ Toward Opening AJ Terrell’s Practice Window
A groin injury has shelved Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell for four games, but he is now eligible to return from injured reserve. The Falcons are indeed “trending” toward opening Terrell’s 21-day practice window this week, head coach Kevin Stefanski said (link via Josh Kendall of The Athletic).
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 21
NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline
The next three weeks could decide the fate of two of the NFC South's elite defenders.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Falcons To Sign Charles Snowden Off Commanders’ Taxi Squad, Cut Bralen Trice
Charles Snowden has lined up his next NFL deal. The edge rusher is set to depart Washington and head to Atlanta. Snowden is being signed off the Commanders’ practice squad to join the Falcons on their active roster, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / October 20
Atlanta Falcons Terminate QB Contract Before Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Cooper Rush on Monday and signed veteran Andy Dalton in a corresponding roster move, the team announced. Rush, 32, joined the Falcons on the opening day of training camp amid injuries at the position.
Andy Dalton News / Yardbarker / October 19
Falcons deepen QB room with addition of Andy Dalton
The Falcons have been just one of a few NFL teams that have carried four quarterbacks on their 53-man roster this season.
Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / October 17
What Caleb Williams' expected return would mean for Bears, Falcons
For the first time since suffering an injury in Week 2, it appears that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is ready to return to action.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Insider shares big update on Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. after 'SNF' loss to Ravens
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) was scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday. The NFC South franchise reportedly heard the news it wanted.
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