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On YouTubeAtlanta 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.
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz
How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?
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.
Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
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.
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 / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 24
Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Defends Track Record ahead of NFL Draft
The Atlanta Falcons are expected to invest heavily on defense in the 2025 NFL Draft which begins with the first round on Thursday night in Green Bay, Wisc.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 24
Falcons GM addresses Kirk Cousins trade rumors
Cousins continues to be the subject of trade rumors.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 23
Inside the Process: How Falcons GM Preps for the NFL Draft
As 2025 draft day approaches, the Atlanta Falcons sit at No.15 in the first round. The organization only has five selections in the 2025 draft, yet they have an abundance of options.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 23
Falcons GM Open to Trading Down, But Draft Deal Requires 'Willing Partner'
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot is well-versed with throwing curveballs in the NFL draft -- after all, he tossed one with Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 22
Falcons Generating Buzz as NFL Draft Trade-Down Candidate
The Atlanta Falcons have dropped subtle hints publicly about their interest in trading down in the 2025 NFL draft at various points this offseason -- and evidently, they're doing it privately, too.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 18
Falcons could make franchise history in the 2025 NFL Draft
For the first time in Terry Fontenot’s tenure, he’s not picking within the first eight selections of the NFL Draft, with the Falcons owning the 15th pick.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18
Blockbuster Draft Trade Partner Potentially Emerging for Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons website has argued the team could trade back in the first round through multiple NFL mock drafts this spring. The possibility is now being discussed among national writers.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 16
Where the Atlanta Falcons pick in 2025 NFL Draft
The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and Falcons fans are excited because for the first time under Terry Fontenot the team is primed to take a defender in the first round.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 16
Falcons listed among teams who could make a first-round trade
Every single year, Terry Fontenot answers one question the same way. That question revolves around him trading out of the Falcons’ first-round pick. “We could move up, down, or stay put… blah-blah-blah.” This year might actually be the one where Fontenot does move out of the 15th pick for a few reasons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / April 4
Arthur Blank addresses Falcons GM Terry Fontenot's status
Terry Fontenot has been in place as the Falcons’ general manager since 2021. The team’s record has remained consistent during his four years at the helm, but Atlanta has yet to post a winning campaign or reach the postseason during that span.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 24
Terry Fontenot’s seat might not be as warm as Falcons fans believe
The Falcons haven’t made the playoffs once since Terry Fontenot took over as general manager in Atlanta; in fact, the club hasn’t had a winning record since Fontenot came over from New Orleans.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / January 9
Falcons GM makes surprising Kirk Cousins admission
Kirk Cousins isn't good enough to be Atlanta's starting quarterback, but the Falcons still want him as their backup.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / December 18
QB decision puts pressure on Falcons GM Terry Fontenot
Fontenot constructed three 7-10 rosters from 2021-23. At 7-7 this season, the Falcons could still make it four of four.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Falcons could have been even more of a chaos agent at NFL Draft
The Atlanta Falcons had a bizarre start to the 2024 NFL Draft but it could have been even more weird.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 19, 2024
Three hottest seats on Atlanta Falcons
Once the Falcons get the memes out of their system, they'll need to win games with Cousins, who they signed to a sizable four-year, $180 million contract this offseason.
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