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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts burst onto the scene in 2021, becoming just the second rookie tight end to eclipse 1,000 yards in NFL history. Mike Ditka was the first and only other tight end to do it up until that point.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 27

What Falcons GM Terry Fontenot said about Kyle Pitts’ contract status

The Atlanta Falcons will be under immense pressure to succeed during the 2025 NFL season. Atlanta is entering the Michael Penix Jr. era and boasts one of the most talented offenses in the NFL.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 27

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot breaks silence on Kirk Cousins dilemma

The Kirk Cousins experiement with the Atlanta Falcons didn’t go as expected last season, as the former Minnesota Vikings standout had one of the worst campaigns of his entire career in 2024 before being benched late in the season for Michael Penix Jr.

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NFL Network Tabs Atlanta Falcons Edge as Rookie of the Year Favorite

When Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot went shopping to fill the glaring need at edge rusher, he was no longer browsing the bargain bucket.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 24

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot among NFL personnel under most pressure in 2025

Very rarely do people keep their jobs after underperforming for four years, but that’s exactly what’s happened with Falcons GM Terry Fontenot. Nobody really expected the Falcons to make the postseason in 2022, Fontenot’s second season in Atlanta, but the expectations in 2021 and 2024 were undoubtedly a postseason berth.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 23

Falcons veteran gives UGA rookie Jalon Walker literal sky-high praise

Falcons football is back, and among all of the exciting storylines, hometown rookie Jalon Walker is at the top of the list. After years of neglecting the pass rush, Terry Fontenot finally invested heavily into the unit this offseason.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 21

ESPN isn’t buying Falcons GM Terry Fontenot’s roster building

The Falcons have invested quite heavily into their roster under Terry Fontenot, whether that’s through free agency, the draft, or the trade market, but in five offseasons, ESPN isn’t buying what Atlanta’s GM has put together.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 19

NFC Notes: Terry Fontenot, Bryce Young, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot has justified the decisions his team made during the past two drafts, trading a future first to bring in both pass rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce in 2025, as well as projected starter QB Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 10

Falcons Put on Blast for 'Inexplicably' Poor Offseason Move

ESPN's Seth Walder has liked little of what general manager Terry Fontenot has done with theAtlanta Falcons the past four years. So, Walder unsurprisingly disliked Fontenot's decision to move back into the first-round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 8

NFC Notes: Terry Fontenot, Jalon Walker, James Pearce, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot explained how he allows his front office personnel to operate freely in order to do their jobs to the best of their ability. “We empower our scouts.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 1

Atlanta Falcons' Biggest Remaining Question Revealed by The Athletic

As teams wait for the end of summer break, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves in a place of relative calm. Atlanta put in a lot of work this offseason

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / June 24

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot’s draft resume takes another hit

Terry Fontenot hasn’t had a lot of success drafting during his time as the Falcons’ general manager. His first draft class has all but dissipated. The only one who might play in Atlanta on a second contract is Ta’Quon Graham, who re-signed this offseason but isn’t guaranteed a roster spot.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / June 3

NFL insider’s favorite move of the Falcons offseason

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / May 6

How The Rams Draft Day Trade With Atlanta Materialized

When the Rams traded away the 26th overall pick , the terms of the deal included their trade partner Atlanta Falcons, giving up their 2026 first-round pick, a high price paid as according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer, former Rams defensive coordinator and head coach Raheem Morris was sold on Pearce after a pre-draft meeting.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / May 4

How The Atlanta Falcons Are Quietly Building A Super Bowl Contender 'Inside The Rise'

The Atlanta Falcons are building something special for years to come. Optimism is at an all-time high in and around Atlanta. Falcons fans are abuzz due

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / May 4

The Time Is Now For Falcons GM Terry Fontenot After Aggressive NFL Draft

After some outlets are giving the Atlanta Falcons an "A" with this year's draft class, it's now or never. The "I's" were dotted and the "T's" were crossed for Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot in this year's NFL Draft.

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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