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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 […]

The Atlanta Falcons are spotlighting the impact of HBCUs during Black History Month, honoring wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge for his HBCU background and journey to the NFL. The recognition celebrates Hodge’s path through Black college football while underscoring the vital role HBCUs continue to play in developing elite talent, leadership, and opportunity within professional sports. […]

The Atlanta Falcons have already made some big changes during the 2026 offseason. Atlanta brought in Kevin Stefanski as their next head coach and hired former QB Matt Ryan as president of football. Ryan may have opened a can of worms during a recent press conference. Ryan spoke with the media on Tuesday to introduce […]

The NFL head coaching cycle moved quick this offseason, and now everything appears to be wrapped up as the Super Bowl approaches. The Raiders and Cardinals finished things up on Sunday, as Arizona hired former Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur and the Raiders announced their intent to hire Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak after he coaches […]

Quarterback Michael Penix hasn’t had as explosive a start as the Atlanta Falcons were hoping for. And now, he must rehab from a devastating partially torn ACL. But as Penix makes his recovery, he has received some words of encouragement from one of his idols. Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick is a big believer in […]

The Atlanta Falcons made another coaching staff addition Saturday under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, agreeing to hire former New York Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand as their offensive passing game coordinator for the 2026 season, according to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. Engstrand, 43, arrives in Atlanta shortly after parting ways with New York, […]

Kevin Stefanski is reuniting with another one of his former Cleveland Browns assistants. The Atlanta Falcons’ latest coaching hire brings former Browns and New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt onto Stefanski’s inaugural NFC South staff. Stefanski is bringing Van Pelt on staff to become the Falcons’ new quarterbacks coach, NFL insider Tom Pelissero […]

The Atlanta Falcons have a new leader in the locker room. After Raheem Morris’ firing, the Falcons have decided to go with another veteran coach in Kevin Stefanski. The former coach of the Cleveland Browns, Stefanski was one of the most prominent names in this year’s coaching search. That being said, the new Falcons coach […]

The Chicago Bears won a playoff game for the first time in 15 years this season. However, Ben Johnson’s debut with Chicago ended when the Los Angeles Rams outlasted the Bears in the divisional round. Still, with Johnson at the helm and quarterback Caleb Williams developing into one of the league’s top passers, the arrow […]

As the Atlanta Falcons prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, they’re trying to figure out what their quarterback situation will be. And to help with both, they found a new general manager, hiring a Bears executive, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. “ESPN sources: Falcons are hiring Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham […]

While the Atlanta Falcons try to sort out their QB situation, at least they have their defensive coaching staff settling into place. Looking forward, the Falcons will try to make another splash in April, and here is their seven-round 2026 NFL Draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. They don’t have a first-round pick […]

During his introductory press conference, new Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski addressed the state of the team’s quarterback room, sharing his initial impressions of Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins. Stefanski expressed excitement about Penix, noting that he had already observed the young quarterback in the training room aggressively attacking his rehab. While Stefanski […]

When news broke that ex-Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski was being hired for the same role with the Arizona Falcons, fans immediately thought about what the move meant for the team’s quarterbacks, Michael Penix Jr., and Kirk Cousins. Talking about his new quarterbacks’ room during his introductory press conference, Stefanski shared his first interaction […]

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is ready to embrace an NFC South rivalry with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but not a personal feud with Baker Mayfield. Despite his former Cleveland Browns quarterback’s recent comments, Stefanski avoided expanding the drama with a run-of-the-mill retort. Mayfield stirred the pot just a few days after the Falcons […]

It’s been a busy few weeks for the Atlanta Falcons, who recently hired Kevin Stefanski to be their next head coach after firing Raheem Morris. It was then announced that former Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Tommy Rees would be following Stefanski to Atlanta to retain the same position with the Falcons. Now, Stefanski has confirmed […]

The Atlanta Falcons are currently in the process of looking for their next general manager as they round out a cycle of new offseason hires. Atlanta recently hired former Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski to be their next head coach, and they also named franchise legend Matt Ryan as the team’s president of football. […]

The Atlanta Falcons are reshaping their future fast, and Kevin Stefanski is wasting no time putting his stamp on the franchise. First, the Falcons hired Bob Quinn as a senior advisor after his recent run with the Cleveland Browns and added special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman to the staff. As a result, the moves signal […]

Kyle Pitts is due to cash in after posting 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns this past season, but when factoring in his potential free agency decision, he may also consider where he is most likely to succeed. The coaching change and quarterback uncertainty could complicate a potential return to the Atlanta Falcons. […]

The Atlanta Falcons are starting a new era during the 2026 NFL offseason. Atlanta already brought in head coach Kevin Stefanski and installed former QB Matt Ryan as the team’s President of Football. Now the Falcons need to fill one more crucial front office position before they can get to work on building the roster. […]

After a week of speculation, the Atlanta Falcons officially have their new offensive coordinator. Head coach Kevin Stefanski has made a deal with Tommy Rees official, bringing his former Cleveland Browns assistant with him to his new team. Stefanski has been expected to hire Rees since he was hired by the Falcons. The two sides […]

The Atlanta Falcons have rebuilt their front office and coaching staff after back-to-back 8-9 finishes. The team moved on from Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot, adding Matt Ryan in the newly created president of football position and hiring Kevin Stefanski as head coach. The duo retained Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator and added Bill Callahan […]

Baker Mayfield was an undersized walk-on at both Texas Tech and Oklahoma, so he knew better than to rest on his laurels after winning the Heisman Trophy and becoming the No. 1 overall draft pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. He did not have much of a choice, however, considering he began his professional career […]

Newly appointed head coach Kevin Stefanski is moving quickly to solidify his new coaching staff in Atlanta. A key addition comes in the form of Bill Callahan, a veteran assistant who has been in the coaching industry since 1978. Callahan and Stefanski previously worked together in Cleveland, and this reunion suggests a desire to return […]

Since getting hired by the Atlanta Falcons, Kevin Stefanski has already begun filling out his new coaching staff. The 43-year-old’s latest hire comes in the form of longtime NFL assistant and recent Tennessee Titans offensive line coach Bill Callahan. Callahan has been linked to Stefanski and the Falcons since the head coach’s hiring on Sunday. […]

On Saturday evening, the Atlanta Falcons ended their head coaching search by hiring former Cleveland Browns head man Kevin Stefanski to be their new leader. The move comes weeks after the team fired both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot in the aftermath of yet another season that ended without a playoff […]

The Atlanta Falcons became the second team of the 2026 offseason to hire a new head coach when they tabbed Kevin Stefanski as their official Raheem Morris replacement. Upon accepting the job, the former Cleveland Browns head coach already has a coaching staff in mind, centered around Tommy Rees and Jeff Ulbrich. Stefanski is reportedly […]