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On YouTubeKirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
Pair of AFC South Floated as Potential Kirk Cousins Destinations
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers. With that, the music around quarterbacks this offseason has stopped. And Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins doesn't have a chair.
Bijan Robinson News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson Expects Bigger Plays For Bigger Wins
The Falcons have an explosive offense, but they are still young and trying to find their footing to be a consistent winner in the NFL. Bijan Robinson knows that the offense runs through him, and finishing fourth last year in yards from scrimmage wasn't good enough for the workhorse back.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Former Falcons Dynamic QB Impressed By Michael Penix Jr After OTA Visit
Atlanta Falcons legend Mike Vick made a surprise appearance in Flowery Branch during Atlanta's OTAs this past week and had high praise for Michael Penix Jr., who is set to start his first full season in the NFL and be a significant contributing face of the franchise in Atlanta. “I'm excited for Mike.
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.
The 'Active NFL players with multiple AP First-Team All-Pro selections' quiz
How many of the players to earn AP first-team all-NFL honors multiple times in their careers can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
NFL Analyst Only Lukewarm on Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons have a ton of confidence in quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That was made clear when the team invested nearly all of their offseason assets on defense.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 7
Portion Of Atlanta Falcons Schedule Allows Them To Create Space To Seize NFC South Title
According to NFL schedule experts, since the NFL has experts in every aspect of the game, the Atlanta Falcons have the 20th-ranked strength of schedule for the 2025 NFL season.
Kyle Pitts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 7
Report: Steelers Called Falcons About Trading Kyle Pitts
Arthur Smith made Kyle Pitts the highest-drafted tight end in NFL history, and Smith -- or at least his current employer -- expressed interest in making Pitts the newest weapon for Aaron Rodgers.
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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 6
Kirk Cousins trade talks get doused in cold water after Aaron Rodgers signing
Aaron Rodgers and Kirk Cousins have been the two biggest quarterbacks on the market this offseason in terms of name recognition. They might not be the most talented but have generated the most buzz.
Jared Bernhardt News / Pro Football Rumors / June 6
Former Falcons WR to begin lacrosse career
In 2021, Jared Bernhardt won the Tewaaraton Award as the country’s top collegiate lacrosse player. He turned his attention toward a professional football career afterwards, but that proved to be a short-lived effort.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
Falcons Legend Impressed By Michael Penix Jr After Visiting OTAs
Earlier in the week, an Atlanta Falcons legend stopped by Flowery Branch. Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, now the head coach at Norfolk State University, visited the team’s practice facility for OTAs and had high praise for Michael Penix Jr, a fellow and first-round pick who is preparing his first full season as a starter.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / June 6
Can the Falcons Finally Dethrone the Bucs in the NFC South?
The 2016 season still lives in infamy for the Atlanta Falcons, thanks to that 28-3 lead that disappeared in Super Bowl LI against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
Falcons Rank Among Middle of the Pack In PFF’s Preseason Rankings
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2025 season in familiar territory; not among the league’s worst, but still a few steps away from being a true contender. Ahead of the 2025 NFL season, Pro Football Focus’ Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman ranked all 32 teams while also naming their strengths and weaknesses.
Michael Penix Jr. News / The Falcoholic / June 6
Why fans should be excited about Michael Penix Jr. with JP Acosta 
The Falcons are going all-in on second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in 2025. Kevin Knight is joined by JP Acosta to discuss reasons why fans should be excited about Penix in Year 2, as well as some areas of improvement for the young signal caller.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 6
Rising Atlanta Falcons rookie turning heads in 2025 OTAs
In Raheem Morris’s first year as head coach, the Atlanta Falcons finished the season 8-9. It was good enough to be in second place in the NFC South division, but not good enough to make the playoffs.
Ryan Neuzil News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
'Happy to be Here': Inside Falcons Center Ryan Neuzil's Road to New Contract
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- As he stood on the outskirts of the Atlanta Falcons' practice field Monday in Flowery Branch, Ryan Neuzil's jersey and helmet were off, but his smile was on -- and nearly as big as his newly expanded bank account.
Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / June 6
Kirk Cousins is all but certain to be with the Falcons in 2025
The Falcons’ hopes of trading Kirk Cousins have essentially been put to bed, with Aaron Rodgers expected to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the coming days.
Darnell Mooney News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 6
Falcons WR Darnell Mooney has One Goal: 'I Came Here to Win'
Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was the “other” big free agent signing last year by Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot. Mooney had had an excellent season with the Falcons, coming in just short of 1,000 yards with 992 in 16 games after joining from the Chicago Bears.
NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / June 6
Travis Kelce Calls Former Chiefs Star the ‘Left Foot Legend’
Travis Kelce recently paid tribute to former Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt, calling him the “Left Foot Legend” as Colquitt celebrated his retirement.
Kyle Pitts News / Pro Football Rumors / June 5
Top Falcons offensive weapon sidelined with a foot injury
While plenty of pundits and fans have criticized the former fourth-overall pick’s production, that hasn’t been because of a lack of availability.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 6
Aaron Rodgers' decision is bad news for one other veteran QB
Aaron Rodgers has reportedly made the unsurprising decision to agree to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and there is one other veteran quarterback who may not have wanted to see that happen.
Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / June 5
Might Kyle Pitts’ struggles with Falcons be due to a lingering knee injury?
The Falcons are disappointed with Kyle Pitts. Fans are disappointed with the highest-drafted tight end in league history. Hell, I imagine he’s disappointed in himself to this point in his career.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5
Report: Pro Bowl tight end available via trade
A former Pro Bowl tight end is reportedly available via trade if an interested team were to make the right offer. The Atlanta Falcons have been receiving calls from teams that are interested in potentially acquiring tight end Kyle Pitts, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Dustin Colquitt News / Field Level Media / June 4
Former All-Pro P Dustin Colquitt retires as a Chief after signing 1-day deal
Former Pro Bowl punter Dustin Colquitt signed a one-day contract with Kansas City so he could retire as a Chief, the team announced on Wednesday. Colquitt, 43, has not played since the 2021 season, when he appeared in five games with the Cleveland Browns.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / June 4
Albert Breer expands on Falcons, Kyle Pitts trade rumors
Kyle Pitts trade rumors are running rampant, but Falcons fans should temper expectations of anything coming to fruition anytime soon, according to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer.
Roddy White News / A to Z Sports / June 4
Former Falcons star Roddy White reveals that he had no Interest joining a future Hall of Famer once his time in Atlanta came to an end
When you talk about the most beloved Atlanta Falcons of the 2000s, you won’t find many held in higher regard than former Pro Bowl wide receiver Roddy White.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 4
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. discusses growing as leader amid odd Kirk Cousins situation
Penix couldn't help that the Falcons made him the eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft less than two months after Atlanta signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed in free agency.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / June 4
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. will be key to star RB achieving lofty 2025 goal
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has big plans for 2025. His biggest obstacle might be starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
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