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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 20
Falcons Bench Cooper Rush, Insert Jack Strand
ATLANTA -- Kevin Stefanski and the Atlanta Falcons have seen enough. After a third turnover from third-string quarterback Cooper Rush, they have officially benched the veteran in favor of rookie undrafted free agent Jack Strand.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 20
A.J. Terrell Suffers Another Injury as Falcons’ Nightmare Continues vs. Panthers
The Atlanta Falcons (0-1) will likely finish Sunday’s NFC South opener against the Carolina Panthers (0-1) without their top cornerback. AJ Terrell left the game in the first quarter while defending Carolina wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan.
Cooper Rush News / TWSN / September 20
Atlanta Falcons Must Bench Cooper Rush Before He Wastes Their Season
On paper, it seemed like the Atlanta Falcons should be in a good spot with their offense being productive with playmakers like Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts.
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.
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?
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.
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.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 20
Report: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) could debut Thursday
Injured quarterback Michael Penix Jr. could make his season debut for the Atlanta Falcons as soon as Thursday against the Green Bay Packers, according to an ESPN report Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Atlanta Falcons Announce 2 QB Moves Before Panthers Game
The Atlanta Falcons entered Sunday’s Week 2 home game against the Carolina Panthers already navigating a crowded and unsettled quarterback picture, and the official inactive list confirmed that neither of the two names most associated with the position would take a snap.
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 / Athlon Sports / September 20
Atlanta Falcons Are Asking Their Starting QB to Fix What Week 1 Exposed
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush is set for a second straight start against the Carolina Panthers, and the assignment is larger than simply avoiding another loss.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 20
Info emerges on Falcons' plans for Tua Tagovailoa
Tagovailoa's future has quickly become a point of speculation.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Falcons Could Make Surprise QB Change Thursday Against Packers
Michael Penix Jr. could make his 2026 debut Thursday night when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Green Bay Packers, Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 20
Falcons Plan To Hold On To Tua Tagovailoa Even Though He Didn’t Win Starting Job
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport, sources have indicated the Falcons plan to hold on to QB Tua Tagovailoa even though he’s missed his opportunity to win the starting job. There has been speculation that the Falcons could cut Tagovailoa since they currently have four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.
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.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 20
Atlanta Falcons 3 Keys to Victory Over Carolina Panthers
The Atlanta Falcons enter Week 2 looking to bounce back from a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, while the Carolina Panthers are also searching for their first win after falling to the Chicago Bears.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 20
Final Injury Report for Panthers-Falcons: Will Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Coker Play?
The Atlanta Falcons are at home Sunday afternoon as they host the Carolina Panthers in a Week 2 NFC South showdown. Atlanta enters Sunday’s game with an 0-1 record after losing on the road to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 20
Perfect Record On the Line with Panthers vs. Falcons Predictions by FalconsSI Staff
It's not always about the quarterback, but when you're in the position that the Atlanta Falcons find themselves again it is. The Falcons are starting Cooper Rush again on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers after a less than stellar debut last week against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 19
Former Eagles 3rd-Round Pick Finding New Life with Atlanta Falcons
ATLANTA, Ga. — Sydney Brown spent the first three seasons of his NFL career learning what it took to succeed with the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, after helping Philadelphia win a Super Bowl, the defensive back is starting over with the Atlanta Falcons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 19
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Could Play In Week 3
Michael Penix Jr. will once again be inactive for the Falcons tomorrow. The third-year quarterback continues to work his way back from the partial ACL tear which ended his 2025 campaign.
Zach Harrison News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 19
Falcons Elevate DL Zach Harrison To Active Roster
The Atlanta Falcons announced Saturday that they’ve elevated DL Zach Harrison to their active roster for Week 2’s game against the Panthers. Harrison, 24, was named First-team All-Big Ten for Ohio State in 2022. The Falcons drafted him in the third round with the No.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 19
Falcons' Quarterback Decision is Great News for Panthers in Week 2
The Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons are preparing to battle in Week 2. Both teams, as well as the two other teams in the NFC South, lost in Week 1.
Nick Folk News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 19
Why The Falcons Aren’t Worried About Nick Folk After Rocky Debut
Acrisure Stadium is widely regarded as one of the toughest NFL venues for kickers. The unpredictable winds and playing surface are the culprits. That was on full display as the normally automatic Atlanta Falcons placekicker Nick Folk struggled early in their Week 1 20-13 road loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Steelers announce Joey Porter Jr.'s status for Week 2 game vs. Patriots
The Pittsburgh Steelers soap opera with Joey Porter Jr. reached its next act on Friday afternoon when the team officially ruled the cornerback out for their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 18
Falcons reportedly make Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr. decision for Panthers game
It turns out the Falcons' actual quarterback situation was far less interesting than some had hoped.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17
Falcons quarterbacks get important injury updates ahead of Week 2
The Atlanta Falcons helped tease a possible Michael Penix Jr. return on Wednesday. This update comes amid Tua Tagovailoa and even Cooper Rush feeling banged up already.
Bijan Robinson News / The Spun / September 17
NFL Star Bijan Robinson Wants Every Stadium To Be A Dome
Having played college football mostly outdoors and NFL football mostly indoors, Atlanta Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson has decided on his preference – and he wants everyone to share it.
Mac Jones News / Yardbarker / September 17
49ers' Mac Jones linked to two desperate trade destinations
The San Francisco 49ers have a great problem on their hands right now.
Kevin Stefanski News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Kevin Stefanski addresses Falcons’ uncertain QB situation ahead of Week 2
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski isn’t announcing a starting quarterback for Week 2, and that’s because he hasn’t made a decision just yet. In Week 1, it was Cooper Rush who started as Tua Tagovailoa was dealing with an injury and Michel Penix Jr.
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