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Atlanta Falcons Day 3 Rookie Tabbed to 'Thrive' Under Raheem Morris

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons' rookie class has drawn a wide range of reviews, though the most common centers are long-term optimism with short-term skepticism surrounding the group's ability to make an immediate impact.

Falcons training camp begins next week

After a busy spring and a quiet start to summer, the Falcons are gearing up for a big season. We’re so close. The Atlanta Falcons are less than a week

The full story behind Kirk Cousins’ Vikings breakup

Breakups are never easy, even between a franchise like the Minnesota Vikings and Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins. But now that Cousins is under center for the Atlanta Falcons and the Vikings have handed the reins to rookie J.J.

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.

Falcons Arnold Ebiketie Attends High-Profile Pass Rush Retreat

The Atlanta Falcons defense is looking for answers in the pass rush department in 2024. They were in the bottom third of all NFL teams with 42 total sacks last season (doubling their woeful 2022 number).

Two Falcons Ranked Among 50 Best NFL Players

New Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins continues to get overlooked on media summer ranking lists. But two Falcons players did receive recent recognition from Pro Football Focus.

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

4 surprise cut candidates for the Atlanta Falcons

These four players, while familiar names for fans, could find themselves on the roster bubble. It’s never fun predicting job losses, but not everyone can make the team.

Taylor Heinicke Trade Value, Top Destinations Revealed

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke signed as a free agent prior to the 2023 season knowing his role was to be the backup to Desmond Ridder. Heinicke ended up starting four games for the Falcons as Ridder struggled as a first-year starting quarterback in the NFL.

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.

Falcons drafting Jalen Mayfield continues to look awful

Terry Fontenot has had a lot of success in free agency, but his track record in the draft is inconsistent at best. The Falcons GM’s biggest blunder at this point is Jalen Mayfield.

Michael Penix Jr. is the Future, Good Insurance for the Present

This past April, the Atlanta Falcons shocked the world by selecting Michael Penix Jr. as the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft out of the University of Washington.

Falcons announce dates for throwback uniforms

The Falcons have officially announced the dates they’ll be wearing their beloved throwback uniforms, against the Saints (9/29), Buccaneers (10/3), and Giants (12/22).

Falcons announce three dates for throwback uniforms in 2024

The Falcons will provide an early Christmas present for fans, along with a couple of early fall dates. If you love the throwback uniforms, you’ll be delighted to hear that the Atlanta Falcons will be wearing them three times during the 2024 season.

Falcons hosting fan cruise in 2025

Adventure Awaits, Mateys! Do you enjoy cruises? Do you enjoy or even just tolerate the Atlanta Falcons? Well, do I have news for you! The Atlanta Falcons have introduced the inaugural Falcons Fan Cruise, setting sail in 2025.

Atlanta Falcons Prioritizing Bijan Robinson: 'Get the Ball as Much as You Can'

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has set the bar high for his second season, targeting 2,000 yards. And Robinson's new head coach, Raheem Morris, plans on giving him the opportunity to produce at a high clip.

The Falcons should be calling this free agent’s phone

The Falcons report to training camp next week, but there’s still a glaring hole on the roster that needs to be filled. Defensively, Raheem Morris is relying on a lot of young, unproven players.

Seahawks likely facing Kirk Cousins, not Michael Penix Jr. in Week 7

Apparently they are committed to sitting Penix and letting him learn behind Cousins.

Michael Penix Jr. leaving a positive impression on fellow Falcons QB thus far

We are far enough removed from the shock value of the Atlanta Falcons selecting Michael Penix Jr. in the top-10 of the 2024 NFL Draft. And now we can move onto how Penix Jr.

Bleacher Report believes Falcons star could reset market with new contract

The Falcons are gearing up for training camp in a couple of weeks, but there’s still a looming contract extension that needs to be completed this offseason.

New Falcons Playmaker Lands Rough Take From NFL Analyst

The Atlanta Falcons are entering the 2024 NFL campaign with a new-look offense, thanks primarily to the addition of Kirk Cousins under center. However, the Falcons did make some other moves in an attempt to bolster their offense this offseason, such as trading for wide receiver Rondale Moore.

Falcons’ Insider Reveals Team’s Major Plans For Kyle Pitts In 2024

Kyle Pitts has been one of the most unique players in the NFL but has failed to hit his potential since being the fourth pick in the 2021 NFL draft. However, it seems the new coaching staff of the Atlanta Falcons is ready to try to unlock him entering his fourth season.

Falcons planning to use Kyle Pitts at two positions

Pitts has not made the impact in the passing game over the past two years that the Falcons hoped he would.