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Falcons GM talks being ‘aggressive’ with more free agent additions before the start of the season

The Falcons are wrapping up minicamp as they prepare to part from Flowery Branch before training camp kicks off. The most prominent storylines of OTAs were Bijan Robinson‘s new Christian McCaffery-esque role, Michael Penix looking the part early, and Kirk Cousins being ahead of schedule with his Achilles.

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Falcons DL Grady Jarrett 'Feeling Good' as Raheem Morris Gives Injury Update

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- While the Atlanta Falcons participated in their final day of on-field practice for this phase of the summer, star defensive tackle Grady Jarrett ran sprints and did individual work in his own endzone.

Raheem Morris News / 5 GOATs / 51 minutes ago

Raheem Morris emphasizes desire to surround himself with quarterbacks

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris shed some more light on the process of adding quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. to the roster. While speaking to reporters last week, Morris talked about the desire to surround himself with quarterbacks and people who know the position heading into the 2024 season.

Harrison Hand News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 2 hours ago

Falcons Add Veteran Defender After Departing With CB Weeks After Signing Him

The Atlanta Falcons have made a change at cornerback with the conclusion of minicamp. The Falcons announced Tuesday they have signed 4-year veteran cornerback Harrison Hand.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 34 minutes ago

Former Falcons first-round pick trying out for Jets at minicamp

An old Falcons friend is back in the league, or at least trying to make it back. According to Brian Costello, 2017 first-round pick Takk McKinley is participating at Jets minicamp as a tryout player.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 55 minutes ago

Practice Notes, Takeaways as Falcons End Minicamp, Hit Summer Break

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- School is out and summer is in session for the Atlanta Falcons, who finished mandatory minicamp Tuesday with a practice that lasted only half the usual length at IBM Performance Field.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Atlanta Falcons News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Falcons’ Drake London reveals exciting outlook for Kirk Cousins-led offense

Newly signed quarterback Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons are currently in the process of preparing for the upcoming 2023-24 NFL season by participating in minicamp at the team’s facilities in Flowery Branch, Georgia.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 3 hours ago

Falcons final preseason game will be broadcast on NFL Network

Before the Falcons cut down their roster, we’ll get a primetime look at the summer battles. The Atlanta Falcons will cap off preseason this year with a backup-heavy battle against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and that game will be televised.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Raheem Morris News / CBSSports.com / 2 hours ago

Falcons' Raheem Morris on team's plans for star RB: 'Get the ball to Bijan as much as possible'

Last year's eighth overall pick wasn't as involved in the offense as he should've been as a rookie

Bijan Robinson News / Gridiron Heroics / 1 hour ago

Report: Atlanta Falcons Have Encouraging Plans for RB Bijan Robinson

The Atlanta Falcons have made some noise this offseason. They started by acquiring veteran QB Kirk Cousins. Then, in a stunning turn of events, they also drafted QB Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 1 hour ago

Falcons Ripped for Offseason Move that 'Will Look the Worst' in 3 Years

The Atlanta Falcons fans seem to have moved on from the controversial decision to draft Michael Penix Jr. after signing Kirk Cousins to a big contract.

Dee Alford News / SportsTalkATL / 2 hours ago

Dee Alford 'rose to occasion' for Falcons last year, per PFF

The Falcons decided against bolstering the cornerback room with anything more than depth pieces this offseason, which tells me the coaching staff is high on their current crop of players.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 4 hours ago

Falcons Offseason Roundtable: Lingering defensive questions

As the offense appears solidified on paper, there is plenty of curiosity about the direction of the defense. The quietest part of the offseason leaves plenty of time to ponder how teams will look going into training camp.

Jacob Saylors News / Gridiron Heroics / 3 minutes ago

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 17 hours ago

PFF Reveals Falcons No. 1 Reason for Optimism in 2024

The Atlanta Falcons will enter the 2024 season with more hype than they have in a long time. It's not really a secret as to why. The Falcons have two new quarterbacks -- Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / 21 hours ago

Why Falcons' Drake London will have a Career Year in '24

While Kirk Cousins is the new kid on the block for the Atlanta Falcons this offseason, familiar faces like Drake London will be the key to the team's success in 2024.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 20 hours ago

First-time Falcons coordinators face big questions in 2024

The Falcons made a lot of changes to the organization this offseason, headlined by Raheem Morris and Kirk Cousins. There weren’t many changes to the roster, other than the draft class brought in by Terry Fontenot, but the coaching staff and quarterback shift will have dramatic impacts.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / June 8

Atlanta Falcons looking to maximize athleticism on offense

Atlanta Falcons looking to maximize versatility, athleticism on offense

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Bijan Robinson News / 5 GOATs / June 6

Bijan Robinson explains his involvement in offensive scheme

Bijan Robinson isn’t only making plays on the field, he’s drawing up plays off it. Earlier this week, the Atlanta Falcons running back revealed how involved he is in creating the team’s offensive schemes.

Atlanta Falcons News / FanNation NFL Draft Bible / June 6

Sports Illustrated Predicts Atlanta Falcons Draft Pick Could Be Biggest Draft Bust

In a recent projection, Sports Illustrated identified "Five 2024 NFL Draft Picks Most Likely to Be a Bust in the NFC." SI highlighted concerns about the Atlanta Falcons first round selection, 8th overall, of quarterback Michael Penix Jr., suggesting that he has the potential to be the draft's biggest bust.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / June 6

Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins Gets Honest About Rookie QB

Kirk Cousins’ Atlanta Falcons were the shock of the 2024 NFL Draft when the team elected to double-dip on the quarterback room. First, they started by getting arguably the most coveted free agent on the market in the form of Kirk Cousins.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 1