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Falcons history: Why the 1977 Grits Blitz defense is the NFL’s best of all time

Throughout NFL history, most of the greatest defenses have had their own great nicknames. The Purple People Eaters. The Fearsome Foursome. The Steel Curtain. The Monsters of the Midway. The Legion of Boom. Atlanta Falcons fans know all about the Grits Blitz defense of 1977, designed by head coach Leeman Bennett, defensive line coach Jim […]

Will Penix or Tua emerge as the Falcons quarterback? Takes with Tre’Shon

Who will emerge as the Falcons starting quarterback this summer: Michael Penix Jr., or veteran Tua Tagovailoa? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz examine Atlanta’s quarterback room, discussing the impending battle between Penix and Tua as well as the depth options in Trevor Siemian and Jack Strand. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty […]

Falcons’ Zachariah Branch Gets Shocking Revelation Before NFL Training Camp

Zachariah Branch has received some good news as training camp nears. State prosecutors have dropped criminal charges against the Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver.According to an ESPN article, Branch was arrested April 19 in Athens, Georgia, on two misdemeanors for allegedly not following a police officer’s commands.“Branch’s attorney, Kim Stephens, told ESPN on Wednesday that […] The post Falcons’ Zachariah Branch Gets Shocking Revelation Before NFL Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY .

NFL rumors: Lamar Jackson throwing to Kyle Pitts? ESPN insider floats Ravens-Falcons trade idea

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new era during the 2026 season. Kevin Stefanski took over at head coach, which could improve the on-field product in Atlanta. But could one Falcons player be on the move soon? ESPN’s Dan Graziano focused on potential trades during his latest article. He named Kyle Pitts as one player […] The post NFL rumors: Lamar Jackson throwing to Kyle Pitts? ESPN insider floats Ravens-Falcons trade idea appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Motown Saturday night fever

After four good to very good seasons, Matt Ryan took a sizable leap into the upper echelon in 2012. The offense was fully in his control with Dirk Koetter taking over the reins as offensive coordinator. Not operating in a run-first offense anymore helped him throw over 30 touchdowns for the first time in his […]

The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Motown Saturday night fever

After four good to very good seasons, Matt Ryan took a sizable leap into the upper echelon in 2012. The offense was fully in his control with Dirk Koetter taking over the reins as offensive coordinator. Not operating in a run-first offense anymore helped him throw over 30 touchdowns for the first time in his […]

Falcons add five coaching fellows for 2026

Every year, teams around the NFL bring aboard Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellows for the summer, the Falcons very much included. In the past, they’ve given opportunities to familiar faces like ex-Falcons receiver Harry Douglas, While not all of the coaches who participate do not end up leaping into the NFL, they do gain experience […]

Ex-Eagles WR Sends Strong Message On Jalen Hurts After AJ Brown Trade

Despite the noise surrounding the QB-WR relationship between Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown, the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback hasn’t lost support elsewhere. Days after the Eagles sent Brown to the New England Patriots, the Atlanta Falcons’ wide receiver Jahan Dotson had a glowing review about his former quarterback. Ex-Eagles WR Sends Strong Message On Jalen Hurts […] The post Ex-Eagles WR Sends Strong Message On Jalen Hurts After AJ Brown Trade appeared first on HEAVY .

Charges dismissed against ex-Georgia star after pre-draft arrest

On Wednesday, criminal obstruction charges filed against Atlanta Falcons WR Zachariah Branch were dropped, per Mark Schlabach of ESPN. Back in April, Branch was charged with misdemeanors for obstructing public sidewalks and obstructing a police officer in Athens, Georgia. Ultimately, the police were called to deal with a large crowd gathered outside a bar in […] The post Charges dismissed against ex-Georgia star after pre-draft arrest appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Falcons Get Strong Take on Recent Drake London $141 Million Decision

On Tuesday, NFL Insider Adam Schefter dropped a big piece of Atlanta Falcons news by announcing that star wide receiver Drake London and the team have agreed on a new contract extension for the next four years worth $141 million, bu has the chance to reach $150 million for London, and includes $100 million guaranteed. […] The post Falcons Get Strong Take on Recent Drake London $141 Million Decision appeared first on HEAVY .

Vote for the best Falcons cornerbacks from 2000-2025

I know this series went dormant for a while, but with the draft and free agency in our rear view mirror, it’s time to kick things back up. If you’ll recall, we ran this through with the best kicker, punter, returners, and sefies of the past quarter century; you selected Money Matt Bryant, Matt Bosher, […]

Falcons sign Drake London to four-year extension

One of the most inevitable moves of the summer is complete. The Atlanta Falcons have given Drake London a lucrative four year deal worth up to $150 million, locking up their top receiver for the foreseeable future. It’s a deserved extension for a physical, sure-handed talent who has been consistently excellent in Atlanta despite a […]

Falcons, Drake London Agree to $141 Million Contract Extension

The Atlanta Falcons, on the second day of the next league year (June 2), are making a massive contract move with Drake London. Per Adam Schefter, Drake London and the Falcons are in agreement on a four-year, $141 million contract extension: “Falcons are signing WR Drake London to a four-year, $141 million extension worth up […] The post Falcons, Drake London Agree to $141 Million Contract Extension appeared first on HEAVY .

Falcons, Drake London agree to $141 million contract extension

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a new era under new head coach Kevin Stefanski. One of the priorities this offseason has been to make sure that the cornerstone pieces are sticking around for the future to help build a contender under Stefanski. On Tuesday, the Falcons made a key move to do that. Star wide […] The post Falcons, Drake London agree to $141 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Falcons working out pair of UFL players this week

This is the time of year where teams tinker with their rosters constantly. After seeing players at the bottom of the roster in OTAs, minicamp, and training camp sessions, the churn begins and teams try to strike gold with potentially useful reserves and practice squad types hanging out there in free agency. The Falcons are […]

New England Patriots Connected to Former Falcons First-Round Pick in Trade Rumor

The New England Patriots were able to land the plane and bring in A.J. Brown as a pass-catching threat. Now, they’re already being connected in trade rumors with another one.Yahoo Sports connected the Patriots with Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts. The former first-round pick would fill an immediate need for the Patriots and give […] The post New England Patriots Connected to Former Falcons First-Round Pick in Trade Rumor appeared first on HEAVY .

The Sam Darnold Effect Is Alive And Well After Vikings’ GM Hire

On a spring night in 2024, the Minnesota Vikings announced they had signed Sam Darnold. The reaction from fans was negative. Darnold was known for “seeing ghosts” during his time with the New York Jets. It also didn’t help that the Vikings let Kirk Cousins leave to get a bag from the Atlanta Falcons, leading to more uncertainty about the team’s future.