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The Atlanta Falcons have already made some huge changes early in the 2026 NFL offseason. Atlanta brought in Kevin Stefanski at head coach, hired a new general manager, and brought in Matt Ryan in a prominent front office role. Now the Falcons are beginning to overhaul the roster, including parting ways with one veteran wide […]

NFL Free Agency is about to start, and there are a lot of stories that could shape the way the league looks next year. One of the biggest stories is what will happen with the Atlanta Falcons and Kyle Pitts. They recently franchise-tagged Kyle Pitts, and he would be a prime suspect to be traded […]

The Atlanta Falcons are no strangers to playing in international games. Atlanta played against Indianapolis in Berlin, Germany during the 2025 season. Now the team has finally revealed where they will play their next international game in 2026. The Falcons announced on Tuesday that they will play a regular-season game in Madrid, Spain during the […]

General Manager Ian Cunningham recently set off rumors in the NFL by officially confirming that the Atlanta Falcons will release Kirk Cousins on the first day of the new league year in March. This strategic move aligns with a broader organizational overhaul under new head coach Kevin Stefanski and team president Matt Ryan. Although Cousins […]

The Miami Dolphins are going through a complicated offseason that could result in a complete overhaul of their roster. After benching Tua Tagovailoa late in the 2025 season, General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan is exploring trade options for the former top pick. However, a post-June 1 release remains a possibility to manage a staggering $99.2 million […]

The Atlanta Falcons have entered a new era by hiring Kevin Stefanski, who received the lowest grade among all head coaches in the latest NFLPA report cards. Players surveyed from his 2025 season with the Browns gave him a C- rating, specifically criticizing his leadership and professionalism. Despite his previous accolades as Coach of the […]

The Atlanta Falcons have set their sights on one of the members of Ole Miss football’s staff. The Atlanta Falcons are targeting Ole Miss co-defensive coordinator Patrick Toney as their new defensive pass game coordinator. The news comes after it was expected that Pete Golding would call plays once again, as he did when he […]

The Atlanta Falcons are dismissing new assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The news comes just hours after reporter Justin Spiro detailed the rape and physical assault allegations a woman made against the 32-year-old. The team issued a statement acknowledging the accusations and revealed it was “in the process of gathering […]

According to the NFLPA, the Atlanta Falcons just hired the worst head coach in the NFL. A leaked initial report from the annual grading scale gave Kevin Stefanski the lowest rating among head coaches during his 2025 season with the Cleveland Browns. The NFLPA gave Stefanski a “C-” grade for his 2025 season, according to […]

While the Atlanta Falcons decide their quarterback future, they also have to make room to attack the help market. And here is one free agent who would fix the Falcons’ biggest flaw heading into the 2026 season. Coming off a hot 2025 finish that gave them hope, the Falcons — under new head coach Kevin […]

With the free agency window quickly approaching, teams around the league are making tough decisions to cut players from the roster with the goal of saving more cap space. The Atlanta Falcons did just that on Wednesday by letting go of a former Pro Bowler. Reports indicate that the Falcons are cutting KhaDarel Hodge from […]

The Atlanta Falcons have given a significant promotion to an HBCU alumnus. Atlanta Falcons Vice President of Marketing Shannon Joyner is being promoted to Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, per a statement by the Atlanta Falcons. He is one of four Atlanta Falcons staff members receiving a promotion, alongside Deputy General Counsel Nick Brown, Vice […]

After an up-and-down 2025 season that resulted in another playoff absence and the firing of head coach Raheem Morris, the Atlanta Falcons hope they have the winner ricipe to get back to Super Bowl contention with Kevin Stefanski calling plays and franchise legend Matt Ryan in the front office. On paper, that seems like a […]

After two turbulent seasons, the Atlanta Falcons are finally releasing Kirk Cousins, returning the quarterback to the free agency market. At 37, Cousins is not in an ideal position, but with multiple teams expected to add veteran signal-callers in the offseason, including the Los Angeles Rams and Washington Commanders, he will have his options. Cousins’ […]

Recently, the Atlanta Falcons found themselves at the center of attention for all the wrong reasons when rookie pass rusher James Pearce Jr. was arrested in Miami on a slew of charges, most centering around domestic violence against WNBA star Rickea Jackson. Pearce has since been released on bail, but needless to say, his future […]

The Atlanta Falcons are ready to make some big changes this offseason. Atlanta already brought in Kevin Stefanski at head coach and hired former QB Matt Ryan as president of football. Now the Falcons have announced one upcoming roster move that was already expected. Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham confirmed on 92.9 The Game that […]

Known for his illustrious wrestling career spanning across decades and promotions, WWE legend Jim Duggan had a beginning completely different from WWE. While more common in pro-wrestling now, Duggan hailed from an NFL background before making it big in wrestling. Recently on X, Atlanta Falcons, Duggan’s first NFL team, shared his first-ever football paycheck. Falcons […]

The Atlanta Falcons have already made some important moves this offseason. Atlanta hired Kevin Stefanski at head coach to replace Raheem Morris back in January. They paired Stefanski with new president of football Matt Ryan and general manager Ian Cunningham. That new regime just made their first important roster move of the 2026 offseason. The […]

The Atlanta Falcons are starting a new era with Matt Ryan leading the front office. But with the new president and a new general manager, Ian Cunningham, they are keeping a key piece of the old regime. The Falcons are planning on placing the franchise tag on Kyle Pitts, according to NFL Network insider Ian […]

The Atlanta Falcons play in the NFC South, which means they are always just one good NFL offseason away from winning the division and making the playoffs. With new president Matt Ryan and new head coach Kevin Stefanski, the future does look bright in Georgia. However, before the Falcons compete for a division title, they […]

The Atlanta Falcons are starting over yet again, this time with franchise legend Matt Ryan calling the shots and new coach Kevin Stefanski leading the team. That means more shakeups on the Falcons’ roster this NFL offseason, with free agency right around the corner. Here are the free agents the team must let walk as […]

The Atlanta Falcons are currently in the midst of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Atlanta had a disastrous 2025 season, which resulted in them firing both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, and replacing them with Kevin Stefanski and Ian Cunningham, respectively. One […]

As the NFL calendar flips fully into draft season, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves at a fascinating crossroads. This is about reshaping the identity of a franchise entering a new leadership era. Kevin Stefanski now steers the sideline and franchise icon Matt Ryan oversees football operations. As such, Atlanta’s 2026 draft approach carries organizational symbolism. […]

The 2026 offseason is going to be a hectic one in the NFL. Tyreek Hill was just released by the Miami Dolphins, meaning one of the best receivers of the 21st century will hit the open market and join a unique free agent class. The 2026 NFL Draft is also right around the corner. It […]

The Atlanta Falcons already had their hands full with the James Pearce Jr. situation. And new head coach Kevin Stefanski has worked hard on getting his staff in place. However, the Falcons’ defensive coordinator admitted that Mike Rutenberg going to the Browns is a “PhD-level” loss, according to a post on X by Josh Kendall. […]

The Atlanta Falcons have a major problem to solve off the field. And their quarterback situation is far from settled. That makes the next 2026 offseason steps important, and here are three sneaky good free agents they must sign. Coming off an 8-9 finish that ended with an impressive four-game winning streak, the Falcons have […]

The Atlanta Falcons hired Chase Blackburn as their assistant special teams coach on Wednesday, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, adding a former NFL special teams coordinator and two-time Super Bowl champion to new head coach Kevin Stefanski’s staff. Blackburn, 42, joins the Falcons after serving as the Los Angeles Rams’ special teams coordinator from 2023 […]

The Atlanta Falcons still do not know what lies ahead for James Pearce Jr., following the star edge-rusher’s arrest on domestic violence charges. With the situation still ongoing, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich noted that it is far too early to tell what will happen regarding the 22-year-old’s status with the team. Ulbrich, who was retained […]

After years of becoming a meme amongst fantasy football fans, Kyle Pitts finally had the breakout season fans had been hoping for. Drafted fourth overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2021, expectations were sky-high for Pitts coming into the league. He was billed as the next great tight end, with superior athleticism compared to his […]

One of the biggest questions for the Atlanta Falcons as the offseason continues is what will come of the future for Kirk Cousins. Cousins finished out the year for Atlanta last season after Michael Penix Jr.’s ACL injury, and largely played above expectations, helping the Falcons win four straight (meaningless) games to close out the […]

Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested on Saturday in Florida following an alleged domestic battery incident involving WNBA player Rickea Jackson. According to reports from the scene, the dispute escalated as Pearce allegedly used his vehicle to strike Jackson’s car several times before fleeing from the authorities. During the ensuing pursuit, Pearce […]

Initial reports indicated that the Atlanta Falcons are expected to release Kirk Cousins this offseason, largely due to the wording of his contract. However, new rumors are swirling, and it sounds like there is a chance the 14-year veteran could play in Atlanta next season. During a segment of “The Insiders” on the NFL Network, […]

Atlanta Falcons’ rookie edge rusher James Pearce Jr. hit the news cycle for all the wrong reasons on Saturday night, as he was arrested for aggravated battery. On Sunday, reports indicate that Pearce is now facing five different felony charges after an alleged domestic violence dispute with Los Angeles Sparks star Rickea Jackson. Additionally, the […]

The Arizona Cardinals are going through some big changes this offseason. With new coach Mike LaFleur at the helm, Jacoby Brissett could be on the trade block. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler explains why, plus details why the Atlanta Falcons and New York Jets are seen as strong fits. “In Arizona, my sense is that Kyler Murray […]

Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested Saturday in Florida on two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and one count each of aggravated stalking and fleeing or eluding police with lights or siren, via WPLG Local 10 News. The Doral Police Department arrived on scene for a reported dispute between […]

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a period of significant transition under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, who is quickly working to reshape the team’s identity. While Stefanski has expressed excitement about the potential of young quarterback Michael Penix Jr., the immediate future of the position remains clouded by injury. Penix is currently in the midst […]

The Atlanta Falcons got their new head coach, and now they need to settle their quarterback situation. Also, they have to get their 2026 roster in order, and here are three cut candidates entering the offseason. A late four-game winning streak boosted the Falcons to an 8-9 finish and a tie for first place in […]

Award show hosts who are not stand-up comedians will inevitably go for the low-hanging fruit during their opening monologues. Jon Hamm could not help himself during the NFL Honors on Thursday night, as he delivered one of the most reliable and enduring punchlines in the sport. “There’s nowhere this game can’t thrive … except the […]

The emphasis on structure and accountability within the Atlanta Falcons came into clear focus Thursday as the organization clarified how decision-making will operate under its new leadership group. Falcons president of football operations Matt Ryan addressed questions surrounding authority following the hiring of general manager Ian Cunningham, stressing that personnel control rests firmly with the […]