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The Atlanta Falcons are gearing up for the 2026 season as training camp is around the corner.One of the biggest conversations surrounding Atlanta is extending the contract of Bijan Robinson. In a recent Sports Illustrated article, Albert Breer recently spoke on running backs receiving their due.“Both the Falcons’ Bijan Robinson and the Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs […] The post Falcons Pushed to Extend Star Before Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY .
Jonnu Smith is a free agent, and this time he can’t rejoin Arthur Smith. A former third-round pick by the Titans out of Florida International in 2017, he spent a productive four seasons in Tennessee before joining the Patriots for two years. Since then, he’s played for the Falcons, Dolphins, and Steelers, with his 2024 […] The post Top Free Agent Landing Spots For TE Jonnu Smith appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
On January 17, 1999, the Minnesota Vikings were aiming for a Super Bowl showdown in Miami, and the NFC Championship game against the Atlanta Falcons was supposed to be a stepping stone to that. But when placekicker Gary Anderson missed that fourth-quarter 39-yard field goal, everything came crashing down. For more than two decades, the […] The post “You’re the Reason We Lost”: Randy Moss Pins the Blame on HOFer for Vikings’ Brutal 1998 Loss appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Falcons have several daunting matchups on paper in the first ten weeks of the season. Although they technically only play five playoff games from the previous year, three of the non-playoff opponents are the Ravens, Bengals, and Chiefs. Facing Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and Patrick Mahomes are playoff-caliber matchups. That leaves Kevin Stefanski and […]
The Atlanta Falcons will be one of the most interesting teams to keep an eye on in the NFL during training camp because of the quarterback battle between Michel Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. Whoever wins that battle will be Atlanta’s Week 1 starter.Regardless of who comes out on top in the competition though, the […] The post Atlanta Falcons Named Logical Landing Spot for Pro Bowl Playmaker appeared first on HEAVY .
We are mere weeks away from the NFL season kicking off. As a matter of fact, the first Sunday of the season is in exactly eight weeks, which is where the Mike McCarthy era will begin for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Atlanta Falcons. McCarthy was hired in January after taking a year off following […]
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… The 5 O’Clock Club The 5 o’clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much NFL news being published. Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below. […]
Falcons Falcons S Jessie Bates III was voted as the fifth-best safety in a poll of NFL coaches and execs: “Instincts and ball skills have allowed him to play at a high level for a long time,” an NFL coordinator said. “That’s why his game is aging well. He’s just got a knack for being […] The post NFC Notes: Jessie Bates, Chris Olave, Falcons, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Time stood still last month when Todd Bowles broke from repeated claims that effort was no issue with his Buccaneers in 2025. The head coach referenced guys “just taking plays off.” That sure sounds like an effort issue, so Joe […] The post Loaf Watch: Buccaneers-Falcons appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
The Falcons defense lost Kaden Elliss during free agency, choosing to spend that money on a number of veteran and rookie linebackers over the course of the offseason. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz discuss Atlanta’s new linebacker corps, including the shot caller in Divine Deablo and the pivotal roles to be played by Christian Harris, […]
Buccaneers Former longtime Buccaneers HC Jon Gruden raved about Tampa Bay first-round DE Rueben Bain Jr. Gruden compared Bain to former Steelers OLB James Harrison because of his tough mentality and playstyle. “I think he can be a double-digit sack guy,” Gruden said, via the 95.7 WDAE show. “If you look at James Harrison who […] The post NFC Notes: Rueben Bain Jr, Cameron Jordan, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Pittsburgh Steelers will open the 2026 season at home against the Atlanta Falcons, and they have a chance to open 2027 at home as well. The MLB announced its schedule today, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are slated to be on the road the weekend of September 12. This will likely be Week 1 of […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. How the Falcons’ schedule has shaped out looks peculiar on paper. They play five playoff teams […]
The Falcons retained much of their defensive staff from last season, but changes are inevitable with a new head coach in Kevin Stefanski. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss the changes Jeff Ulbrich might make on defense in 2026, including potential improvements against the run and […]
Buccaneers Jeremy Fowler‘s quarterback ranking list saw Bucs QB Baker Mayfield only receiving an honorable mention from an anonymous NFL coordinator: “He’s a winner. [He] can make every throw. Fearless. Teammates seem to love to play for him.” Fowler asked around the league about the game’s top offensive tackles, and last year’s No. 1 ranked […] The post NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Tristan Wirfs, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Proposed trade between the Cleveland Browns and Atlanta Falcons to send quarterback Dillon Gabriel to Atlanta for the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL Top 100 list continued on Wednesday morning. Coming in at number 66 is wide receiver Drake London, who had a good 2025 season. No. 66 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026…@AtlantaFalcons WR Drake London! @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/ykZqNfuBre — NFL (@NFL) July 15, 2026 London caught 309 passes for 3,961 yards (12.8 avg.) […] The post Falcons’ Drake London Rises Significantly in NFL Top 100 appeared first on HEAVY .
The NFL Top 100 list reveal entering the 2026 season continued on Wednesday with Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London added to the group.
Trash talk can rattle some players, but for Baker Mayfield, it became rocket fuel. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were coming off as NFC South champions in the 2025 season. After breezing past the Atlanta Falcons 23-20 in Week 1, the Buccaneers faced the Houston Texans in Week 2. At one point, the Mayfield-led team was […] The post “I Was Banged Up”: Baker Mayfield Reveals How CJ Gardner-Johnson’s Trash Talk Fueled Comeback vs Texans Despite Injury appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Bleacher Report's Moe Moton thinks the Denver Broncos should trade WR/Return Specialist Marvin Mims Jr. to the Atlanta Falcons. The post Broncos Urged to Trade NFL All-Pro Marvin Mims Jr. to NFC Team appeared first on HEAVY .
Buccaneers Buccaneers OLB Lavonte David announced his retirement from the NFL in March after 14 years in the league, but admitted he’s had some second thoughts after Tampa Bay added Rueben Bain Jr. in the draft. Bain has high hopes for the team and Bain, but was clear he doesn’t plan on coming out of […] The post NFC Notes: Lavonte David, John Metchie, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
When the Pittsburgh Steelers step on the field in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons, their offensive line will look slightly different than it did a season ago. Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick have moved from the right side to the left, now playing left tackle and left guard, respectively. On the right side will […]
The Falcons finished second in sacks in 2025, yet their interior defensive line continues to be incredibly underrated. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down Atlanta’s defensive tackle group, discussing new additions like Maason Smith and Da’Shawn Hand along with returning starters like Brandon Dorlus and Zach Harrison. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of […]
For all the moving pieces across the Falcons’ offensive line, both from a personnel and coaching standpoint, few things remain certain. Fans trust Jake Matthews to be dependable as one of the better left tackles in the league. He has been performing at a relatively high level for a decade after struggling in his rookie […]
Buccaneers Former agent and CBS Sports analyst Joel Corry takes a look at the contract standoff between the Buccaneers and QB Baker Mayfield. Corry wouldn’t be surprised if Mayfield, who is currently the 16th-highest-paid quarterback in the league, wants at least $50 million per year on his next deal. The two sides are reportedly not […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Brady Christensen, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .