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ESPN is Excited for What Atlanta Falcons Bring to 2025 Season

Ben Solak, an NFL analyst on ESPN, ranked all 32 NFL teams in terms of watchability heading into the 2025 NFL season. The Atlanta Falcons fell just shy of the top five, coming in at No.

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Report: Falcons preparing for RT Kaleb McGary to miss games

Atlanta has two weeks to figure out who will protect the blind side of starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. when the regular season begins Sept. 7 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Kaleb McGary News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

Ominous update on the injury to Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary

Yesterday was a very bad day for the Falcons, and especially Michael Penix Jr. The right tackle position in Atlanta is far more important than it is for other organizations.

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The 'Second-leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players with the second-most career receiving yards for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Who does Eagles' Saquon Barkley think is NFL's most talented RB?

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is a huge fan of a third-year NFC South star.

Barkley blasts narrative about 'prime' coming off award-winning season

Barkley has concern after losing key blocker for season

Barkley defended Daniel Jones after Giants exit

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'Most rushing yards in one NFL postseason' quiz

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

This is an encouraging sign for James Pearce Jr.

While there are understandably concerns surrounding Jalon Walker, who is nursing a second injury heading into the season, the feeling around James Pearce Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 21

Atlanta Falcons Have Clear Winner in Kicking Competition

While Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has gotten most of the ink for unsuccessfully battling through an injury last season, but kicker Younghoe Koo was going through something similar.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Kaleb McGary News / Sporting News / August 21

Falcons predicted to trade for Chiefs' $5M Super Bowl Champion as Kaleb McGary's injury replacement

The Falcons lost Kaleb McGary due to an injury, it is just a matter of when he can come back. Atlanta can swing a trade for a Super Bowl Champion.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Sporting News / August 20

Can Michael Penix Jr. and Atlanta’s young core finally turn the Falcons into a contender?

After seven straight losing seasons, Atlanta’s mix of young talent and future stars gives fans hope, but questions around quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Michael Penix Jr. News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Falcons’ Worst Michael Penix Jr. Nightmare Could Come True After Offensive Line Injuries

Protecting first-year starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is imperative to any postseason hopes the Atlanta Falcons might have this season. Unfortunately for Penix, he and the Falcons received a double dose of bad news on Wednesday.

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Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 20

Former Falcons NFC West Rival Floated as Kirk Cousins Landing Spot

Quarterback Kirk Cousins has sort of faded into the background for the Atlanta Falcons this summer. Michael Penix Jr. has assumed the starting role, and Cousins hasn't played in the preseason to create any kind of second-doubt to that decision.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 20

In one day, the Falcons situation at right tackle has become dire

After remaining mostly healthy for all of training camp and the preseason, disaster struck for the Falcons just a few weeks away from the start of the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 20

Recently Signed CB CJ Handerson Already Leaving Impression at Falcons Practice

The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran cornerback CJ Henderson a day prior to facing the Tennessee Titans in Week 2 of the NFL preseason. But due to the team's schedule, his first practice wasn't until Monday.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 20

Code Red on Atlanta Falcons Offensive Line as Injuries Mount

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons were already dealt a potentially devastating blow when right tackle Kaleb McGary was carted off the field with

Storm Norton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20

Falcons OL Storm Norton Out Nearly Two Months With Ankle Injury

According to Adam Schefter, Falcons OT Storm Norton will miss the next six to eight weeks as he recovers from ankle surgery. Norton has been sidelined for some time during camp and ended up needing a procedure.