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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 13
Bears reunion with former first-round pick could solve team’s biggest problem
The Chicago Bears entered the NFL offseason with a couple of obvious holes, and it seemed only natural for them to fill them through free agency or the NFL Draft.
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / May 12
One Free Agent Cleveland Browns Should Still Sign This Offseason
The Browns may still want to make a few more roster moves this offseason, and bolstering the defensive line could be a solid place to start. Signing free agent pass rusher Leonard Floyd would make a lot of sense for Cleveland.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 23
Chicago Bears can re-unite with former edge rusher in 2026 free agency
The Chicago Bears have been one of the more intriguing teams throughout the offseason. They have a lot of quality players on the roster, but still have some holes in their roster.
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 6
Falcons Make Final Decision on Matthew Bergeron, Leonard Floyd Ahead of Week 10
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – As of Thursday afternoon, the Atlanta Falcons are on their flight across the Atlantic as they look to take on the Indianapolis Colts in Week 10.
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 / November 2
Floyd Injured in First Half, Dynamic Falcons Rookies Combine to Flip Game
FOXBOROUGH, MA – The Atlanta Falcons are working and clawing their way back into the contest in New England against the Patriots. Trailing 21-7 against
Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / November 1
Atlanta Falcons veteran receives news he didn't want to hear right before tough matchup with top AFC contender
The Atlanta Falcons want to get back into the playoff conversation in the NFC, but that task won't be easy in Week 9 against the New England Patriots. New England leads the AFC East with a 6-2 record.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 24
Falcons Jessie Bates Puts League on Notice for Key Improvement on Defense
The Atlanta Falcons finished the 2024 season 31st in the NFL in sacks. They spent the 2025 offseason revamping the pass rush, bringing in veteran Leonard
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 30, 2025
Floyd Embracing Leadership Role in First Season with Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Leonard Floyd didn’t go looking for a coaching role, but that role seems to have found him with the Atlanta Falcons. Floyd, who will turn 33 years old the day after he starts his 10th NFL season in September, has been the model of consistency throughout his career.
Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / July 30, 2025
Atlanta Falcons Rookie Sets Tone At Training Camp
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons rookie edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has ignited training camp with a blend of speed, aggression, and raw talent, turning heads and sparking excitement at the team’s facility.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 23, 2025
Atlanta Falcons Linked with Former Steelers, Bengals Cornerback
The Atlanta Falcons added a lot of new faces to their defense this offseason. In free agency, they added edge rusher Leonard Floyd. Through the draft, they added pass rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 16, 2025
Falcons Predicted to Potentially Have Surprise Double-Digit Sack Artist in 2025
Atlanta Falcons rookies Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr., along with free agent signee Leonard Floyd, face the most pressure to fix the team's meager pass rush.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 1, 2025
Three burning questions for 2025 Falcons
With the dust settled following free agency and the draft, we have a clearer idea of where the Falcons stand heading into 2025. However, questions remain. Here are the three most pressing.
Falcons trade back into the first round, select another pass-rusher
The Falcons are the latest team to trade back into the first round. Atlanta has swapped picks 46 and 202, along with the team’s 2026 first-rounder, sending those to the Rams.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 14, 2025
Falcons Eye 'Basketball Team' Approach to Pass Rush with Floyd, Fox Signings
While the Atlanta Hawks prepare for the NBA playoffs, the nearby Falcons also have their mind on the hardwood. Down on resources and searching for ways to better a pass rush that ranked second-to-last in the NFL with 31 sacks in 2024, the Falcons want to field a capable starting five and a solid bench in their rush packages.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 4, 2025
NFL exec on Falcons free agency: 'Swapping average for average'
The Falcons didn’t come into the offseason with much cap space. They actually had to make some difficult decisions just to get out of the red, like cutting Grady Jarrett after the two sides couldn’t come together on a new deal.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 26, 2025
ESPN blasts Falcons for their free agency class
The Falcons were surprisingly quiet during the rush of NFL free agency, making a few minor moves on the defensive side of the ball but nothing that will significantly change the team’s outlook heading into the 2025 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 26, 2025
Leonard Floyd Has One Job with Atlanta Falcons: 'Get the Quarterback'
Earlier in the month, the Atlanta Falcons signed veteran pass-rusher Leonard Floyd to a one-year, $10 million contract, providing a much-needed upgrade for a team that struggled to pressure the quarterback all season. On Tuesday, Floyd addressed the media for his first time as a Falcon, during his introductory press conference.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 14, 2025
Falcons fans should temper expectations for Leonard Floyd
With Michael Penix Jr. in the fold, the Falcons goal this offseason was clear — fix the damn pass rush. It’s long been the weak point of Atlanta’s defense, which has handicapped the entire team for some time now.
NFL News / Field Level Media / March 12, 2025
Reports: Falcons land DE Leonard Floyd on 1-year deal
On the same day that Leonard Floyd was released by the San Francisco 49ers, the edge rusher agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, ESPN and NFL.com reported.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11, 2025
Leonard Floyd finds new NFL home after release from 49ers
Floyd is 33 years old and coming off his least productive season since 2019.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 26, 2024
Leonard Floyd eager for showdown between 49ers and former team, the Bills
The San Francisco 49ers face another tough test this weekend as they head to Highmark Stadium for a road matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Defensive end Leonard Floyd is particularly fired up for the challenge, as the game pits him against his former team.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / July 2, 2024
Magic 8 ball predictions for the 2024 San Francisco 49ers
Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. For those unfamiliar with the concept, users ask yes-no questions to the ball, give it a shake and then turn it over to reveal the answer. We opted for an online version to ask the following about the 49ers
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 24, 2024
Can Leonard Floyd overcome this troubling stat to shine with the 49ers?
Leonard Floyd is getting a fresh start with the San Francisco 49ers. A quick glance at his statistics shows that he matched a career-high 10.5 sacks last season, so maybe a fresh start isn't necessary due to his consistently impressive production.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2024
49ers' free-agency plan clearly shaped by Super Bowl loss to Patrick Mahomes
The San Francisco 49ers are attempting to use free agency to counteract what went awry in the Super Bowl.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11, 2024
49ers signing former Super Bowl champion pass-rusher
The 49ers are bringing in a player who has done what they weren’t quite able to do last season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7, 2024
Four free agents Bills should consider targeting with newfound cap space
Buffalo's cost-cutting moves set the Bills up nicely to make a splash in the 2025 offseason. Even so, GM Brandon Beane should be able to spend a little more when free agency opens next week by making a few more cuts and contract restructurings.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / February 21, 2024
Reunion with star pass-rusher suggested for Rams
The Los Angeles Rams amassed a grand total of 41 sacks this past season, which ranked in the bottom third of the NFL.
Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / February 19, 2024
Leonard Floyd: Bills' Most 'Interesting' Free Agent?
As AC/DC once said, money talks. That may be the case in Western New York, but the conversation is hardly above a whisper for the Buffalo Bills. Sitting more than $51 million over the salary cap, the Bills might be forced to say goodbye to some of the prominent faces from their recent run of prosperity.
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