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Cards, Falcons riding backup QBs down stretch of frustrating seasons

Neither the Atlanta Falcons nor the Arizona Cardinals have the record they thought they would have at this point of the season. Ahead of their meeting in Glendale, Ariz., on Sunday, the teams are also not using the starting quarterbacks they assumed they would have.

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Falcons’ Kirk Cousins turns into a football professor in front of the media

Kirk Cousins has spent nearly two decades refining his understanding of quarterback play, and this week, the Atlanta Falcons veteran pulled back the curtain on how the game has evolved — and how his mindset from as far back as 2006 still helps him thrive in 2025.

Kyle Pitts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 17

Falcons TE Kyle Pitts not thinking about free agency after career game

The Atlanta Falcons received clarity on Kyle Pitts’ mindset following his historic Week 15 performance, as the tight end made it clear his focus remains on football and the teammates around him.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 17

Critical Player Returns To Practice Field For The Falcons

FLOWERY BRANCH – Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) was back on the practice field ahead of their Week 16 trip to face off with the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

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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The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?

Jalon Walker News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 17

Falcons' Defender Cracks PFF's Top 15 Rookies List

Atlanta Falcons rookie Jalon Walker has already made his mark as one of the top rookies in the league. Pro Football Focus contributor Lauren Gray included the former Georgia standout in her ranking of the top 15 rookies of the 2025 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.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 17

Falcons declare three players out for the season

On Wednesday, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris officially declared three players out for the season: Zach Harrison, Bralen Trice, and Troy Andersen. Of the three, Zach Harrison was the only one to appear in a game this season and was in the midst of a career year, recording 4.5 sacks in just seven games.

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.

Drake London News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 17

Falcons’ Drake London injury update is music to ears of fantasy football managers

The Atlanta Falcons are currently gearing up for a matchup against the Arizona Cardinals this weekend, having picked up a surprise win on the road over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last week.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 17

Falcons Rookie Safety Mirroring Success of Teammate Jessie Bates

All offseason, there was talk about the similarities between a pair of Atlanta Falcons defenders, with Watts even mentioning that he models his game after

Xavier Watts News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 16

The Falcons’ Most Important Rookie Might Not Be Who You Think

FLOWERY BRANCH – Xavier Watts wasn’t supposed to matter this much, this quickly, for the Atlanta Falcons . Instead, the Falcons’ third-round rookie has become one of the more productive safeties in the NFL, and a potential foundational piece of Atlanta’s defense.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 16

What the Falcons Do Now Could Shape How This Coaching Staff Is Viewed

FLOWERY BRANCH – These final three games won’t change the Atlanta Falcons ’ standing, but they could shape how this franchise is viewed heading into 2026. The Falcons are looking to avoid another letdown on Sunday after picking up just their second win in nine games with a stunning 29-28 comeback win over Tampa Bay.

Kyle Pitts News / SportsTalkATL / December 16

Overreaction Tuesday: Should the Falcons extend Kyle Pitts?

In the absence of Drake London, tight end Kyle Pitts has taken full advantage of the opportunity to serve as the Falcons’ top receiving option. That role culminated in a career night on Thursday Night Football, when the former fourth overall pick hauled in 11 passes for 166 yards and three touchdowns.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 16

5 Most Surprising Atlanta Falcons of 2025

The Atlanta Falcons missed another opportunity to make some noise in the NFC South as the division leaders are tied with 7-7 records. At 5-9 with three games left, it may feel like a lost season, but there are several young building blocks on this team that fans should be excited for the future.

Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 16

Kirk Cousins’ TNF Revival Raises Big Questions for Falcons’ 2026 Plans

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons toppled the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football, despite a 28-14 fourth-quarter deficit and an incredible 19 committed penalties . A driving force in the win may have just thrown a wrench into the plans of the front office.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / December 15

Franchise Tag Candidate: Kyle Pitts

The Falcons have only used the franchise tag three times since the NFL introduced it in 1993. With tight end Kyle Pitts a pending free agent, he could become the fourth Falcon to receive the tag during the upcoming offseason.

Raheem Morris News / Field Level Media / December 15

Raheem Morris: Upset win should spur Falcons to finish strong

With three games left in a disappointing campaign, all Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris wants to see is his team fight. In a season that's seen Atlanta (5-9) find countless ways to lose, Morris' team is coming off a rare high.

Kirk Cousins News / Athlon Sports / December 13

NFL Makes Punishment Decision on Kirk Cousins Incident

Kirk Cousins is currently leading the Atlanta Falcons, serving as the starting quarterback for the disappointing AFC team. The Falcons came into the season with high expectations behind quarterback Michael Penix and several stars on the offensive end, like Drake London and Bijan Robinson.

Arthur Blank News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13

Falcons Owner Arthur Blank To Evaluate Atlanta’s Football Ops For Rest Of Season

After another disappointing year from the Falcons, major changes could be coming in Atlanta this offseason. Owner and chairman Arthur Blank will spend the rest of the season evaluating the team’s football operations, including head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / December 12

Could Kirk Cousins be a starting QB for another team in 2026?

Cousins turned back the clock on "Thursday Night Football."

Raheem Morris praises unlikely hero after Falcons' shocking win over Buccaneers

'TNF' takeaways: Buccaneers blow late lead to Falcons as collapse continues

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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Raheem Morris News / SportsTalkATL / December 12

Did Raheem Morris buy himself time with Falcons win over Bucs?

The Falcons have been on the wrong end of several heartbreakers on their way to a 4-9 record entering Thursday night’s matchup against the Buccaneers, but they finally returned the favor to a division rival with a fourth-quarter comeback for the ages — fueled by massive performances from Kirk Cousins, Kyle Pitts, and Bijan Robinson.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / December 12

Morris praises unlikely hero after Falcons' win over Buccaneers

Raheem Morris praises unlikely hero after Falcons' shocking win over Buccaneers

Shortly after the Falcons improved to 5-9 on the season via an upset 29-28 win over the Buccaneers, Atlanta head coach Raheem Morris reflected on the heroics.

Baker Mayfield assigns blame for Buccaneers' 'TNF' loss to Falcons

'TNF' takeaways: Buccaneers blow late lead to Falcons as collapse continues

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'NFL receptions leaders since 1990' quiz

Kirk Cousins News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11

Falcons burned by questionable call on ‘TNF’ after Kirk Cousins got grabbed by his face mask

Atlanta Falcons fans were not happy with a call that went against Kirk Cousins in their Thursday night matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cousins was facing 2nd-and-10 at the Buccaneers’ 31 with under five minutes left at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.