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The Falcons have made a thing of attacking their roster’s weaknesses in a fanatic fashion. A year ago, Terry Fontenot went out and signed the best free agent quarterback on the market, inking Kirk Cousins to a $180 million deal that some believed was an overpay.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 31

Falcons earn ‘least likely to worry about tomorrow’ offseason award

Coming into the offseason, many believed Falcons GM Terry Fontenot could be fighting for his job. He’d been at the helm of the team for four seasons and had not put together a roster that finished with a record that was better than .500, let alone made the playoffs.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 30

Atlanta Falcons Rookies Need to Succeed Right Away According to NFL.com

The Atlanta Falcons entered the 2025 offseason with a pressing need to fix their defense, specifically their perennially poor pass rush. No one can say general manager Terry Fontenot didn’t dive headfirst into finally addressing the defensive side of the ball with a pair of first-round edge rushers.

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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 29

Which Falcons rookie is under the most pressure in 2025?

The 2025 draft class presented a few firsts for the Falcons and Terry Fontenot. It marked the first time in the general manager’s tenure in Atlanta that he drafted outside of the top 10.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 28

Will Falcons handle Kirk Cousins like Texans did Deshaun Watson in 2021?

NFL insider Mike Florio offered a solution that could benefit both the Falcons and Kirk Cousins.

Could Kirk Cousins' absences help Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. grow as leader?

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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 28

Falcons draft pick on the roster bubble amid position change

The Falcons haven’t had a ton of success drafting under Terry Fontenot, but the hope is that the latest crop will buck that trend. Michael Penix Jr. has the chance to keep Fontenot in Atlanta for the next decade, while Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 3

Pressure Ramps Up on Terry Fontenot After Aggressive Atlanta Falcons Draft

Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot can sit back and breathe, but not for long. After a strong draft showing in Green Bay, the general manager placed the team in a far better position than last year from a talent potential standpoint.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / May 2

Why Kirk Cousins isn't causing problems for Falcons amid trade desire

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Three burning questions for 2025 Falcons

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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.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 1

Falcons Earn Bold Recognition After 2025 NFL Draft

The Atlanta Falcons aggressively tried to fill holes on their defense during the 2025 NFL Draft. Not every analyst loved how assertive general manager Terry Fontenot was, but Pro Football Focus' Mason Cameron did.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Shares Update on Kirk Cousins' Status

Kirk Cousins’ 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons was up and down, showing moments of strong play but also key mistakes. Despite trade rumors and being benched late in the season, he remains on the roster — a surprise to many fans.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 28

How The Falcons Look After The Draft

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to improve from their 8-9 finish in 2024, where they had one of the worst defenses in the NFL. That is the main reason that Terry Fontenot focused so heavily on rebuilding the defense with the first four picks they had this year.

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Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 27

Updated depth chart for the 2025 Atlanta Falcons post-draft

Terry Fontenot certainly made an impact on the defensive side of the depth chart. Terry Fontenot. Take a bow. Given limited draft capital, the General Manager for the Atlanta Falcons put on a masterclass in maximizing value.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Grading The Falcons Picks

The Atlanta Falcons have chosen five new players for their roster, and Terry Fontenot has gone above and beyond this year to make sure the team can fill necessary needs.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 27

Falcons 2025 Draft Review: Grades, Analysis & Quotes for All 5 Picks

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- There were laughs, smiles and a bubbling sense of satisfaction -- with a dash of urgency sprinkled on top. As Atlanta Falcons general

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 27

With ‘The Impact Draft,’ Falcons changed their ways and walked away with contributors from each day

A different approach when it came to the consensus looks like it will prove fruitful for Atlanta. In Terry Fontenot’s final pre-draft presser, he selected his buzzword for this year’s draft: “Impact.” The Atlanta Falcons general manager delivered that impact.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 26

Falcons' Terry Fontenot Gets Honest on 2 Moves Up 2025 NFL Draft Board

Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot admitted to reporters Friday night that members of his staff encouraged him to trade back in the 2025 NFL Draft to acquire more draft capital.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 25

Falcons’ Terry Fontenot breaks silence on trading up for James Pearce Jr.

When the Atlanta Falcons traded up to select James Pearce Jr. 11 picks after keeping Jalon Walker in Georgia for his professional career, it turned heads around the NFL Draft world.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 25

What the Falcons had to say about their two 2025 first round picks

The Falcons made big investments in their pass rush, and Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot were predictably excited about them. Raheem Morris and Terry

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Discusses Decision to Trade Up For Vols James Pearce

Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot discusses the decision to trade up for Tennessee EDGE James Pearce. One of the biggest moves of the first round on Thursday was the Atlanta Falcons electing to trade back into the first round to select Tennessee EDGE James Pearce.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / April 25

2025 NFL Draft: The Most Surprising Picks From Round 1

The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft did not disappoint. These are my thoughts on the most surprising picks from night one. The first surprise of the night was the Cowboys selecting Tyler Booker with the 12th pick.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 24