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The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 25
Kevin Stefanski has four-word reaction to Michael Penix Jr.'s triumphant return from ACL injury
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. made his first start since suffering a torn ACL in Week 11 of the 2025 season. And, in every way, Penix delivered.
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.
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 News / Athlon Sports / September 25
Falcons @ Packers Recap: The Atlanta Falcons Finally Show Signs of Life With A Win Over The Green Bay Packers
The Atlanta Falcons hoped things would be different with Michael Penix Jr. under center in their Week Three matchup against the Green Bay Packers. To start
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 24
Bijan Robinson, Drake London lead Falcons to dominant win over Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Bijan Robinson ran for 194 yards and two scores and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned from injury to ignite Atlanta's stagnant offense, leading the visiting Falcons to a 35-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night.
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 / September 25
Packers hit two new lows of the Matt LaFleur era with embarrassing 'TNF' loss to Falcons
Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers had a night to forget Thursday against the Atlanta Falcons.
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.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 24
Michael Penix Jr. makes Falcons history in blowout win over Packers
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned to the field Thursday night hoping to save his team's season. He did that and more.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons-Packers 'TNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson runs wild, Jordan Love flops
The Falcons went to Lambeau Field and dominated the Packers to the tune of 35-14.
Bijan Robinson News / Athlon Sports / September 24
The Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Situation Has Been So Bad It Might Be Hindering Bijan Robinson
The conversation around the Atlanta Falcons ‘offseason has been dominated by a lack of quarterback consistency. A four-man quarterback room can do that, but has it made the football world forget how great and important superstar running back Bijan Robinson is to the Falcons’ offense?
3 Bold Predictions for Falcons vs Packers TNF
London and Kyle Pitts have been almost invisible in a wretched offense through two weeks, but Penix has specifically clicked with London during his time in the NFL.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Athlon Sports / September 24
Falcons vs Packers: Why is Tua Tagovailoa Not Starting Tonight?
The Atlanta Falcons will face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football with Michael Penix Jr. making his first start of the 2026 season. The decision comes after Atlanta opened the year 0-2, with Cooper Rush starting the first two games while Penix recovered from a knee injury and Tua Tagovailoa dealt with an oblique injury.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 24
Key Falcons Defender Returns to Action, 2 Quarterbacks Left Inactive vs. Packers
The Atlanta Falcons’ secondary got a major boost from their promising cornerback just an hour before Thursday Night Football kicks off. Billy Bowman Jr .
Kyle Pitts News / Stadium Rant / September 24
Falcons vs. Packers Fantasy Football: Kyle Pitts Squeaky Wheel Game To Stop 0-3?
Kyle Pitts has one catch for 15 yards through two games. One. It’s the (0-2) Falcons vs. Packers (1-1); their passing offense has been a disaster, and Michael Penix Jr.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / September 24
Falcons Vs Packers: Prediction, Time, Channel & Injury Report. Will Falcons Fall To 0-3?
The Atlanta Falcons are 0-2; their offense hasn’t reached the red zone this season, and now they are asking Michael Penix Jr. to walk into Lambeau Field on Thursday night for Falcons vs.
Bralen Trice News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 24
Falcons Elevate OLB Bralen Trice
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have elevated OLB Bralen Trice from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 3 against the Packers. Trice, 25, was a two-year starter at Washington and earned third-team All-American and first-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2023.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24
Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa Expected To Dress As Backup In Week 3
Thursday night’s opening game for Week 3 will see Michael Penix Jr. make his season debut with the Falcons. Atlanta’s other left-handed quarterback is set to be available as well.
Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 24
Falcons OC Tommy Rees sounds off on Kyle Pitts after TE’s 1 catch in 2 games
The Atlanta Falcons desperately need to get their first win of the season. Atlanta will be getting QB Michael Penix Jr. back from injury for his 2026 debut in Week 3.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 23
How Tua Tagovailoa has reacted to losing Falcons' starting job without playing
Tua Tagovailoa was set to serve as the Atlanta Falcons' Week 1 starting quarterback until he suffered an oblique injury ahead of Atlanta's season opener.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Futile Falcons flounder in Michael Penix Jr.'s return
Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.
A.J. Terrell News / EasySportz / September 23
A.J. Terrell Lands On IR, Falcons Defense Shaken
The Atlanta Falcons face a nightmare scenario just days before Thursday Night Football. Star cornerback A.J. Terrell has landed on injured reserve due to a groin injury sustained in Week 2.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 23
How Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. determined he was ready to play vs. Packers
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his official in-game return when he starts this week's "Thursday Night Football" contest between the 0-2 Falcons and the 1-1 Green Bay Packers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 22
Falcons place starting CB A.J. Terrell Jr. (groin) on IR
The Atlanta Falcons placed starting cornerback A.J. Terrell Jr. on injured reserve Tuesday with a groin injury. Terrell, who turns 28 on Wednesday, was evaluated for a concussion and cleared before being ruled out with the groin issue in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Carolina Panthers.
A.J. Terrell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Falcons Put CB AJ Terrell On IR Among Four Moves
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed CB AJ Terrell on injured reserve, sidelining him for a minimum of four games with a groin injury. They
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21
Falcons are making a quarterback change ahead of Week 3
The Atlanta Falcons have seen enough out of Cooper Rush. Atlanta announced in a post to social media on Monday that they have named Michael Penix Jr. as their new starting quarterback.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Panthers' Dave Canales explains mindset of QB Bryce Young amid uncertainty
Young played well over his first two starts of the 2026 season after the Panthers elected to not sign him to a contract extension ahead of the campaign.
Bryce Young News / Yardbarker / September 20
Bryce Young continues career dominance of Falcons in Week 2 blowout
Young has struggled to put together strong seasons on a consistent basis. There is one team, though, that he's found excellent success against.
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