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Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been leading the charge for the Atlanta Falcons so far at training camp, widely expected to be the team’s starter in 2025 after replacing Kirk Cousins down the stretch of last season. While Cousins is still on the roster, creating a bit of a potentially awkward situation, Penix Jr. has […]

The Atlanta Falcons are currently gearing up for a 2025 NFL season in which they will hope to bounce back under the leadership of second year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The Falcons also have one of the league’s most talented running backs in Bijan Robinson, who burst onto the scene in 2023 and improved even […]

The Falcons have arguably the most awkward quarterback room situation heading into the 2025 NFL season, as the team replaced free agent signee Kirk Cousins with rookie Michael Penix Jr. down the stretch of the 2024 season. The move came as Cousins saw his play fall off a cliff midway through the year, which he […]

NFL training camp is finally here, and the Atlanta Falcons are preparing to assemble their roster for the 2025 season. Like the other 31 teams, the Falcons will be faced with tough decisions. Atlanta is coming off yet another disappointing campaign, having once again missed the playoffs. Head coach Raheem Morris enters Year 2 already […]

The Atlanta Falcons have fielded some excellent teams during their 59 years in the NFL. Atlanta has not won a Super Bowl, but they still have a proud tradition of success just like every other NFL team. It helps that the Falcons have had several legendary NFL players, like Michael Vick and Julio Jones, over […]

The Atlanta Falcons are currently gearing up for the 2025 NFL season in which they will hope to break through and make the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Atlanta will be led by quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who took over for Kirk Cousins down the stretch of last season and played some solid […]

Many things are known about Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins, including that he is a big fan of Coldplay. That fact was revealed in the second season of the “Quarterback” documentary series on Netflix, which premiered in mid-July. In one of the scenes, Cousins said Coldplay was “one of the best concerts I’ve been to.” […]

The Atlanta Falcons are once again heading into a season with relatively high expectations. That’s largely due to a roster that now features five former first-round draft picks taken inside the top 20 — four of whom were selected in the top 10. That includes offensive playmakers Kyle Pitts, Drake London, Bijan Robinson, and, most […]

In collaboration with Wells Fargo, the Atlanta Falcons have announced the 2025 class of the HBCU Fellows Program, an eight-week paid program that links HBCU students in Atlanta with opportunities for professional development in sports and entertainment, brand engagement, and financial empowerment. “Wells Fargo is honored to continue serving as the presenting sponsor for the […]

A former Atlanta Falcons quarterback great is lobbying for Hall of Fame inclusion, while a current Falcons signal-caller might like to be elsewhere. Also, the current starter set a lofty goal for the 2025 season. Michael Penix Jr. seems fixated on getting the Falcons into the playoff mix, according to the Falcons’ YouTube page via […]

Former NFL MVP and Atlanta Falcons legend Matt Ryan made his personal pitch for why he should be inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Ryan had a phenomenal career and he told Dan Patrick why he believes that he should receive football’s highest honor in an interview on The Dan Patrick Show. His five […]

As a longtime Atlanta Falcons quarterback who has been through the ups and downs of a long career, Matt Ryan feels for Kirk Cousins in his current situation. However, as a true Falcons lifer, Ryan believes the team made the right decision by drafting Michael Penix Jr. with their 2024 first-round pick. While acknowledging that […]

The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2025 NFL training camp with no shortage of storylines. Beneath the headlines, though, a quieter drama is unfolding. It could significantly alter the roster before Week 1. Sure, the quarterback saga continues to draw the most attention. However, two other names could soon find themselves in the middle of the […]

The Atlanta Falcons have one of the most delicate quarterback situations in the NFL heading into 2025. Atlanta seems determined to start Michael Penix Jr. in 2025 despite having Kirk Cousins on the roster. The Falcons do not seem interested in trading Cousins either, which leaves them in an awkward position. Naturally, Cousins is not […]

The 2026 NFL Draft is still a season away, but for a franchise like the Atlanta Falcons, eager to build a sustainable contender, early scouting is essential. The Falcons’ long-term needs on both sides of the ball make it crucial to monitor elite talent at other positions. Here are prospects who could be game-changers for […]

The Miami Dolphins shocked the NFL world with a big trade on Monday. Miami traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to Pittsburgh in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and draft picks. One NFL insider believes the Dolphins could make another move to shore up the roster before training camp. ESPN’s Marce Louis-Jacques answered a few Dolphins-related […]

After benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. late in the 2024 season, the Atlanta Falcons’ 2025 offseason has been coated in trade rumors. While Cousins stuck with the team through the draft, he remains the Falcons’ top trade candidate entering training camp. Cousins has been a trade candidate since the Falcons benched him in […]

A trailer is finally here for Netflix’s Quarterback Season 2, which will be headlined by Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Kirk Cousins. It promises more behind-the-scenes access and lots of on-field highlights. Of course, Cousins is the first signal-caller to return for a second season. He previously headlined the first season, which also featured Kansas […]

The Atlanta Falcons are hoping for a big season from Michael Penix Jr., and an additional lift from a few underrated players could also help. Furthermore, here is one perfect Falcons move to fill out the roster before the team’s 2025 training camp. Atlanta will practice at IBM Performance Field in Flowery Branch, Georgia, with […]

Things are settled for the Atlanta Falcons at the quarterback position with Michael Penix Jr. getting a big endorsement and Kirk Cousins likely sticking around. And here are the two hottest takes coming out of the Falcons’ 2025 minicamp. The biggest spotlight comes from a pair of first-round picks. The Falcons need Jalon Walker to […]

The Atlanta Falcons just missed out on the playoffs last season despite making a controversial quarterback change late in the season. While the decision by Raheem Morris and his staff to insert Michael Penix Jr. into the lineup in place of Kirk Cousins gave Atlanta a spark, it wasn’t enough to help it get its […]

Despite signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract prior to the 2024 season, the Atlanta Falcons doubled down on the position a month later, taking Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall in the NFL draft. After a brutal four-game losing streak during which the veteran quarterback had zero touchdowns and eight interceptions and the […]

The Atlanta Falcons finished their first mandatory minicamp on June 12th. After finishing second in the NFC South last season, Atlanta looks to make improvements to secure a playoff berth this year. The Falcons already made big moves at the NFL Draft, and have brought back many of the core players who brought them to […]

Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons have an interesting situation heading into this season. Cousins is very much still capable of being a starting quarterback in the NFL. Despite this, Cousins will enter the season as the backup behind Michael Penix Jr. Peter Schrager of ESPN shuts down any rumor that Cousins will be traded. […]

Kirk Cousins is still committed to the Atlanta Falcons, even after the offseason drama that followed his rocky debut season with the team. Despite the ongoing trade and release rumors, the veteran quarterback showed up for the Falcons’ 2025 mandatory minicamp and doubled down on his dedication to the franchise. After the team’s first minicamp […]

Despite rumors and speculation, Kirk Cousins is not at odds with the Atlanta Falcons. After skipping the team’s voluntary OTAs, the Falcons’ veteran quarterback expectedly arrived at mandatory minicamp. The move was “no surprise” to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, who added that the team plans to keep him as a backup. Though believing he is […]

Doug Williams has had an iconic football career as a player, coach, and executive. Now, his son DJ Williams is embarking on his own coaching journey with the Atlanta Falcons. In February, Williams was promoted to quarterbacks coach for the Atlanta Falcons. Doug and DJ’s careers intersect in an amazing way, showing how sports can […]

There are plenty of reasons the Atlanta Falcons can be excited about their offense. And they may even have depth at quarterback if a trade doesn’t occur. But it is the defensive side of the ball where two Falcons veterans will see their roles pushed by rookies in the 2025 season. First and foremost, edge […]

The Atlanta Falcons have gotten themselves into quite the conundrum at the quarterback position. Atlanta signed Kirk Cousins to a huge contract last offseason and seemingly refuses to trade him away. It seems that Cousins will be a team player at the next phase of the team’s offseason program. The Falcons expect Kirk Cousins to […]

Aaron Rodgers and Kirk Cousins have been the two biggest quarterbacks on the market this offseason in terms of name recognition. They might not be the most talented but have generated the most buzz. Rodgers was the first big domino that had to fall, and it did with him signing a one-year contract with the […]

In Raheem Morris’s first year as head coach, the Atlanta Falcons finished the season 8-9. It was good enough to be in second place in the NFC South division, but not good enough to make the playoffs. However, the division did not seem to get much stronger this offseason, so it is still up for […]

The 2025 NFL season will be very important for the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta has struggled over the past few seasons despite having an offense that is loaded with playmakers. Now there are whispers that the Falcons could part ways with one of their offensive weapons ahead of the 2025 season. ESPN’s Adam Schefter appeared on […]

With the Atlanta Falcons reported to be stubborn when it comes to Kirk Cousins and not wanting to trade him, the speculation is still out there about a possible deal. While Cousins was rumored to be a “Plan B” for the Pittsburgh Steelers, a Falcons insider would much rather see a fit with the Browns […]

The Atlanta Falcons and Kirk Cousins fiasco has continued, and it won’t stop until the quarterback is traded. Cousins has let the Falcons know that he desires to be a starting quarterback, but they know they’d be eating up a lot of money if they trade him. That has led the team to stay pat […]

The Atlanta Falcons should feel a sense of urgency heading into the 2025 NFL season. Atlanta has a talented roster, but has not been able to get into the NFC playoffs over the past few seasons. The Falcons will need all hands on deck if they want to compete in the NFC South this season. […]

Kyle Pitts’ situation with the Atlanta Falcons has gotten even murkier as Pitts is now missing OTAs due to a foot injury. There have been a lot of trade rumors swirling this offseason surrounding Pitts, and now there is an injury mixed into the drama as well. It’s unclear how severe the injury is or […]

Rookie quarterbacks need all of the help they can get. The Tennessee Titans have high hopes for Cam Ward, the signal-caller whom they just drafted first overall, but the weapons around him are still suspect. The team brought in Tyler Lockett and Van Jefferson to pair with Calvin Ridley and Treylon Burks at receiver, but […]

Fans had sky-high expectations for Kyle Pitts when the Atlanta Falcons drafted him fourth overall in 2021 because it was the highest draft pick ever for a tight end. Pitts is a talented player, but he has not lived up to expectations since then. Fans can argue about if his somewhat disappointing tenure in Atlanta […]

There are high hopes for the Atlanta Falcons’ offense in 2025. But the franchise still can’t escape reminders of a haunted past. Looking forward, here are two Falcons’ hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. Every NFL eye saw what the Falcons did in the first round of the draft. They set […]