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The Atlanta Falcons' offensive line could be without one of its most important players heading into Week 2. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced Monday that right guard Chris Lindstrom has entered the concussion protocol following Atlanta's 20-13 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

Falcons Restructure G Chris Lindstrom For $11.76M In Cap Space

According to Spotrac, the Falcons converted $14.7 million of G Chris Lindstrom‘s base salary into a signing bonus and added a void year to create $11.76 million of 2026 cap space.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 10

Falcons Create Significant Salary Cap Space with Veteran Contract Restructure

The Atlanta Falcons have been busy this summer locking down young players with contract extensions that have simultaneously lowered their near-term salary cap.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 28

Why Atlanta Falcons Veteran Breaks Out in Contract Year

The Atlanta Falcons' offensive line already has a big name on the interior with Chris Lindstrom. This might cause some people to overlook the other starting offensive guard, Matthew Bergeron.

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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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 19

Falcons OG Chris Lindstrom is Good, and He's Still Probably Better than You Realize

The Atlanta Falcons selected offensive guard Chris Lindstrom out of Boston College in the 2019 NFL Draft with the No. 14 overall pick. He played in five games as a rookie and has only missed one game since.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 18

SI Crowns Falcons' Lindstrom-Bergeron Tandem One of NFL's Top 5

Atlanta Falcons right guard Chris Lindstrom has long been seen as one of the best at his position in the NFL. Despite never playing on a team that has made the playoffs or had a winning season, Lindstrom has risen above the team's doldrums and been named a second-team All-Pro and to the Pro Bowl four times.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 17

Falcons RG Chris Lindstrom among Hall of Fame Company in Latest Ranking

Chris Lindstrom is one of the best players at his position over the last two decades. Pro Football Focus’ Nathan Jahnke named the Atlanta Falcons’ right guard to the All-PFF first team, which ranks the top NFL players at each position over 20 years, dating back to 2006.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 12

NFL Executives Send Clear Message About Falcons Star Chris Lindstrom

The Atlanta Falcons have one of the NFL’s best offensive lines, and a crucial reason for their success is right guard Chris Lindstrom. As we approach training camp later this month, ESPN has been slowly unveiling its rankings for every NFL position group.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 23

Falcons Have Pair of Players Named to NFL Pro Bowl Roster

FLOWERY BRANCH – The NFL’s 2026 Pro Bowl class has been officially announced, and a pair of Atlanta Falcons have made the final cut for the NFC roster – running back Bijan Robinson and right guard Chris Lindstrom.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 14

Falcons Get Final Injury Update on London, Lindstrom, & Starters

FLOWERY BRANCH, GA – The Atlanta Falcons are back at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Week 11 after a few weeks of travel and a four-game losing streak. This weekend’s

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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.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / November 9

Chris Lindstrom active, Mike Hughes inactive for Falcons

The Falcons will have right guard Chris Lindstrom in the lineup in Berlin on Sunday. Lindstrom was listed as questionable to play due to a foot injury, but he avoided the inactive list for their matchup with the Colts.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / November 7

Falcons RG Chris Lindstrom is questionable for Sunday's game

Falcons right guard Chris Lindstrom injured his foot in Sunday's loss to the Patriots, playing 50 of 56 snaps. He missed Wednesday's practice but returned to limited work on Thursday and Friday.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 7

Will Chris Lindstrom Play Sunday? Falcons Get More Answers on His Status

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons are out in Germany for their Week 10 showdown with the 7-2 Indianapolis Colts. Friday’s injury report is the final one of the week, and it will give us some heightened clarity on who will be able to suit up for them in Berlin.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 5

Atlanta Falcons Provide Unideal Update on Bergeron, Lindstrom

The Atlanta Falcons provided injury updates on both left guard Matthew Bergeron and right guard Chris Lindstrom. According to head coach Raheem Morris, Bergeron is week-to-week.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 30

Atlanta Falcons Offense Still Struggles in Key Category

The Atlanta Falcons have dropped two straight games since an impressive 24-14 Week 6 victory over the Buffalo Bills. The offense has scored just 20 points combined in its last eight quarters of football, and calling the offense “lackluster” would be putting it mildly.