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The preseason is a perfect opportunity for terrific athletes to hone their skill set and develop the discipline needed to excel in the NFL. Atlanta Falcons fans were excited to see what rookie linebacker Jalon Walker could do on Friday night versus the Tennessee Titans coming off a shaky debut. Well, much to their disappointment, […]

Tempers flared during Wednesday’s joint practice between the Atlanta Falcons and Tennessee Titans, with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. finding himself at the center of a physical scuffle. The incident began after Penix completed a long pass to wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III. As the play ended, Penix and Titans defenders exchanged words, and the trash […]

Major conclusions shouldn’t be taken away from Week 1 of the NFL preseason. After all, starters rarely play extended minutes during the first game in which fans get to see players on the field in live competition again. Tennessee Titans and Atlanta Falcons fans should certainly heed that advice because both teams had disastrous performances […]

The Atlanta Falcons had a goal of improving on areas of their defense this season, and one of the main points of emphasis was getting to the quarterback. That’s why they went out and drafted Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. in the first round, and they’ve already shown in training camp that they’ll be […]

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. offered an optimistic outlook on wide receiver Darnell Mooney’s availability for the start of the 2025 season, predicting the veteran “should be back Week 1.” Penix Jr. made the prediction in a conversation with The Athletic’s Josh Kendall, though Kendall noted on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the […]

The Atlanta Falcons are ready to take a huge leap forward during the 2025 NFL season. Atlanta made some bold moves this offseason in an effort to upgrade their defense. They are hopeful that this, plus a more seasoned Michael Penix Jr., will lead to better results later this fall. The Falcons and Titans got […]

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is confident he will be ready for the start of the 2025 NFL season despite not taking preseason snaps. Speaking with Falcons reporter Terrin Waack, Penix Jr. said his preparation remains unchanged even without game action in August. “I don’t think it changes my preparation at all. … I’m […]

Bijan Robinson, Drake London and Michael Penix Jr. form an exciting offensive trio that has fans incredibly invested in the Atlanta Falcons going into the 2025-26 season. Though, the thing that could finally launch this squad back into the playoffs is its defense. Rookie quarterback Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans experienced firsthand how disruptive […]

One of the bigger storylines from the Atlanta Falcons’ training camp in recent weeks is the injury status of wide receiver Darnell Mooney, who injured his shoulder in the first week of camp. Mooney was a key contributor for the Falcons during the 2024 season, turning into a legitimate number two option behind Drake London, […]

The Atlanta Falcons know they must get stingier on defense if they are going to pry the NFC South away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. The front office selected pass-rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, attempting to shore up the defensive line at […]

Everyone is still processing the predicament of Lions cornerback Morice Norris after his head injury. It came in the second half of the preseason game between the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons.  Norris appeared to take a head shot from the knee from Falcons running back Nathan Carter, and he was seen lying on the […]

Maybe it’s not a bad thing that an Atlanta Falcons rookie has been a little too aggressive. And perhaps that attitude will pay off as he chases one of two Falcons’ first-stringers who are in danger of losing their starting jobs ahead of the 2025 NFL season. James Pearce Jr. has been mixing it up, […]

The biggest surprise from the Falcons‘ first unofficial depth chart of the 2025 NFL season is the unexpected elevation of rookie linebacker Jalon Walker to a significant reserve role, signaling the team’s faith in his development despite his late-round draft status. Rookie Jalon Walker’s Unexpected Depth Chart Presence Jalon Walker, drafted in the later rounds […]

The Atlanta Falcons are preparing for a pivotal 2025-26 season, as they try to figure out how to return to the playoffs for the first time since the 2017-18 campaign. Though, beyond just achieving positive results in the present, the organization is intent on building a successful culture. That requires some stability in the trenches. […]

The Atlanta Falcons have a quarterback controversy of sorts, but not a quarterback competition. Michael Penix Jr. is the cemented starter in Atlanta after taking over for Kirk Cousins late in the 2024 season, but now the Falcons must decide what to do with the veteran backup. Unfortunately for Falcons fans, they won’t get to […]

Bijan Robinson was drafted eighth overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. In the years leading up to his arrival in the NFL, teams were hesitant to draft running backs early in the first round. That is, if they were willing to select a ball-carrier in the first round at all. Robinson has helped change the […]

The Atlanta Falcons are hoping to end their nearly decade-long playoff drought this season under the direction of Michael Penix Jr., who took over at quarterback down the stretch of last year. Atlanta also has one of the league’s most talented young wide receivers in Drake London, who emerged as a legitimate star during last […]

The balmy summer air at Flowery Branch buzzes with anticipation as Atlanta Falcons fans pack open practices, their imaginations fueled by visions of star rookie Michael Penix Jr. gunning darts to Drake London, a healthy Bijan Robinson dominating on the ground, and a shored-up defensive front pacing an NFC South breakout. But beneath the optimism, […]

As one of the most respected defensive coordinators in the NFL, Jeff Ulbrich is trying to instill a sense of grit and tenacity into the Atlanta Falcons. However, with rookie James Pearce Jr. getting into multiple near-fights in the Falcons’ training camp, Ulbrich admitted the intensity might have gone a little too far on Sunday. […]

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. They will need all hands on deck if they want to win the NFC South later this fall. Falcons GM Terry […]

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. In free agency before the 2024 season, Cousins signed a four-year, $180 […]

The 2025 Atlanta Falcons enter training camp with hope renewed and pressure mounting. After years of middling results, the franchise is finally trying to balance a new era on offense with a defensive identity that has been absent for far too long. Having Michael Penix Jr as the starting quarterback has energized the fan base. […]

Bijan Robinson confirmed that everybody has been saying his name with improper pronunciation for the first two years of his professional career. Ahead of the 2025 season, the Atlanta Falcons running back set the record straight on how to accurately address him. Robinson went on record to give fans the correct way to say his […]

The Atlanta Falcons are in the middle of training camp as the regular season is quickly approaching. Michael Penix Jr. is expected to be the starting quarterback, while rumors have speculated that the organization could trade Kirk Cousins. However, the current quarterback situation drew an honest admission from a former NFL player. Dan Orlovsky, who […]

Following his shocking release from the Las Vegas Raiders yesterday, it is currently unclear where defensive tackle Christian Wilkins will call home next season. After starting his career with the Miami Dolphins, Wilkins only spent one season with the Raiders before his release Friday. Now, rumors have speculated that he could make his way back […]

The Atlanta Falcons narrowly missed out on the playoffs last season, but they have their eyes firmly set on that goal in Michael Penix Jr.’s first full season as the starter in 2025. There is plenty of hope in Atlanta during the first week of training camp as the Falcons get ready for their 2025 […]

After veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins struggled in his first season with the Atlanta Falcons, the team handed the offense over to Michael Penix Jr. Now the former first-round draft pick will begin the 2025 campaign as Atlanta’s starting QB. And Penix believes the Falcons’ offense will be elite this season. To help reach those lofty […]

It’s that time of year when the league shares the NFL Top 100 list before the start of the new season. Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson popped up on the list for the first time in his career at No. 62. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley opened up about how good Robinson is […]

Arthur Blank and the Atlanta Falcons are making another big move in support of HBCUs. In a collaboration with the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, the team is donating new, state-of-the-art football helmets to Clark Atlanta and Morehouse College ahead of the 2025 football season. Chris Millman, AMB Sports and Entertainment Senior Vice President of Community […]

The Atlanta Falcons will enter the 2025 NFL season with Michael Penix Jr. as their established starter. Atlanta appears ready to roll with Penix despite the presence of veteran Kirk Cousins on the roster. Falcons players are extremely confident about their offense after the beginning of training camp. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was one […]

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 […]