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Raheem Morris had high praises for Michael Penix Jr. after his excellent bounce-back performance in the Atlanta Falcons’ 34-27 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday afternoon. Penix experienced some ups and downs throughout the first three games of the 2025 NFL season. After a promising start in Week 1, he regressed in the next […]

The Washington Commanders are banged up after a runaway win. Meanwhile, the Falcons are trying to bounce back from a blowout loss. And here are the bold predictions as the Commanders meet the Falcons in Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season. Washington comes in with a record of 2-1, having dismantled the Raiders. The […]

Former Atlanta Falcons star Matt Ryan is not buying into talk of a quarterback competition in Atlanta. On The Inner Circle podcast, the franchise’s longtime leader made it clear that the Falcons cannot afford to play games with their future after drafting Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall. “What are we doing?” Ryan asked when a […]

The Atlanta Falcons may have had one of their worst games in a long time in Week 3 against the Carolina Panthers, where they weren’t able to score any points. In those types of situations, some change has to happen, and the following day, the Falcons fired wide receiver coach Ike Hilliard. A few days […]

Things were so bad for the Atlanta Falcons in Week 3 in a 30-0 blowout loss to the Carolina Panthers. In the fourth quarter, the Falcons benched Michael Penix Jr. and inserted veteran Kirk Cousins, although it didn’t make much of a difference. Penix went 18-of-36 for 172 yards with a pair of interceptions and […]

Raheem Morris delivered his biggest coaching staff change of 2025. He’s fired Atlanta Falcons wide receivers coach Ike Hilliard. The head coach made the decision Monday evening, per the team. Atlanta revealed who’ll step into Hilliard’s role. “Current passing game coordinator T.J. Yates will assume those duties,” the team shared on the social media website […]

The Atlanta Falcons spent Monday aiming to overcome their disaster against the Carolina Panthers. Kirk Cousins even stepped in to replace Michael Penix Jr. in the 30-0 road loss. Is quarterback the big change being made by Raheem Morris or Zac Robinson? Turns out Robinson and Morris indeed are making a key change. Which became […]

On Sunday evening, the Atlanta Falcons picked up their first win of the young 2025 NFL season with a comfortable road victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football. The game wasn’t exactly an offensive masterclass for Atlanta, but the defense put on a clinic, holding the Vikings’ offense to just six points on […]

The Atlanta Falcons recently picked up a big road win over the Minnesota Vikings to improve their record to 1-1 on the young 2025 season. While the offense left a lot to be desired, especially in the red zone, Atlanta’s defense put together an elite performance, holding Minnesota to just six points on the evening. […]

Week 1 of the NFL season is always sort of a feeling-out process, but teams start to show us who they really are in Week 2. This year, that came with plenty of dramatics and tight finishes at the end of some very entertaining, high-scoring games. Who had an overtime classic between the Cowboys and […]

It did not take the Atlanta Falcons long to get back on their feet following a failed mission to score a win right away in the 2025 NFL regular season. Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons, who suffered a 23-20 loss at home in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, finally found themselves in […]

The Atlanta Falcons got their first win of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday Night Football. Atlanta beat Minnesota 22-6 in an impressive upset win that they controlled from wire to wire. The Falcons won the game on the back of their superstar running back. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris made a bold declaration about […]

With the Atlanta Falcons taking on the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, the team is looking to bounce back after the disappointing 23-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the weekend prior. Looking at the loss from the Falcons to the Buccaneers, one of the frustrating aspects was the run game, as star Bijan Robinson speaks […]

Week 2 of the NFL season features a particularly intriguing matchup as the Atlanta Falcons (0-1) travel to face the Minnesota Vikings (1-0). And this one comes with plenty of storylines. First, these teams had very different Week 1 outcomes. At home, the Falcons looked poised to notch a third straight win over the Tampa […]

Opening up at home to begin the season is always an advantage. The Atlanta Falcons were afforded that luxury in Week 1, yet they failed to capitalize, falling to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in heartbreaking fashion. Atlanta came out red hot, striking in just three plays. The Falcons went 65 yards in 1:46, capped […]

On Sunday, the Atlanta Falcons got off to a rough 0-1 start to the 2025 NFL season with a narrow home loss to the divisional rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Falcons had a strong start to this game but ultimately faltered as things went on and were unable to close things out down the stretch. […]

With the 2025-26 season officially underway after Thursday night’s contest between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles, some teams around the league are making last-minute roster adjustments. One of those clubs is the Atlanta Falcons, as the front office signed a player off of the Carolina Panthers’ practice squad. Reports indicate that the Falcons are […]

The Atlanta Falcons are looking for a rebound season in 2025 after failing to make the playoffs for the seventh straight year. Even though all remnants of their infamous Super Bowl LI loss are gone (outside of owner Arthur Blank), the effects still seem present to a degree. Two areas where the Falcons have primarily […]

The Atlanta Falcons made their share of cuts recently. But the injury loss of a lineman put them in a position of need. They took a step toward rectifying that issue by acquiring a young offensive tackle from the Seahawks, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter, by Tom Pelissero. “Trade! The #Seahawks are […]

The Atlanta Falcons are four days away from finalizing their 53-man roster with the rest of the NFL. Except the NFC South franchise delivered cuts early. Per ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, Atlanta released 12 players total. Six on offense and six defenders. Including one quarterback. The list of player involves: Matthew Cindric, offensive lineman […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Atlanta Falcons opened up their wallet and made sure a key lineman stays put. And the NFC South franchise makes the decision on the eve of the crucial June 1 cap date. Atlanta is luring back center Ryan Neuzil. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter unveiled the contract details Wednesday on X (formerly known as […]

The Atlanta Falcons appeared to fire off a signal ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft at quarterback. Their newest signing could officially help push Kirk Cousins out. Atlanta and head coach Raheem Morris have signed Easton Stick away from the Los Angeles Chargers. The franchise announced the signing Monday afternoon. Stick spent his entire career […]

The Atlanta Falcons loaded up on offensive weapons the last four seasons during April. Atlanta built its roster with a quartet of top 10 picks, all skill position guys. Will Raheem Morris and company pull something similar for the 2025 NFL Draft? This time Atlanta will wait until selection No. 15 to draft. Atlanta is […]

The Atlanta Falcons broke out of their three-year streak of holding the eighth overall selection. They won’t pick within the top 10 during the 2025 NFL Draft. General manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris still hold a first round pick within the top 20, though. Both men need to nail the No. 15 […]

As is tradition, the NFL hosted its annual owners meetings, which began on Sunday and will go until Wednesday, April 2. In these meetings, NFL owners and coaches congregate to discuss potential rule changes, like maybe banning the Tush Push, as well as other topics that require league-wide discussion. That could be about discussing tactics […]

The NFL has announced who gets compensatory picks for 2025, and the Los Angeles Rams were on the list as they’ll be receiving one for the third round. The reason for the pick is Raheem Morris leaving to become the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons after serving as the defensive coordinator for the Rams. […]

Raheem Morris is not a fan of the infamous “tush push” play. As one of the many key personnel at the 2025 NFL Combine, the Atlanta Falcons head coach gave his thoughts on the Philadelphia Eagles’ notorious play, rejecting the idea’s legitimacy. Morris supported the idea of banning the tush push, saying there is “no […]

Among the list of priorities on the Atlanta Falcons’ offseason, is figuring out what to do with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. With Michael Penix Jr. expected to take over in his second campaign, the Falcons now have to decide on a way to rid themselves of Cousins’ massive contract. The Falcons would certainly rather get […]

The Atlanta Falcons have long constructed their roster through the NFL Draft. Franchise legends Matt Ryan, Julio Jones, even past greats Jamal Anderson and Deion Sanders came via the draft. Now they have April’s event to nail — as Atlanta builds around last year’s top 10 pick Michael Penix Jr. But before the Falcons send […]