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Week 1 is almost here, but the Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t ready to face the Atlanta Falcons yet. They’ve still got one big piece of business left to handle. Joey Porter Jr. is seeking a contract extension, and he hasn’t rule out sitting out regular-season games in that pursuit. However, Porter is practicing again, and James […]
Brad Rogers will be the referee for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, marking the second time in a month the Steelers will have Rogers as their referee. He was also the referee for their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers. NFL Communications announced the referee in the weekly game […]
Let’s look at the Las Vegas Raiders’ cornerback position going to into the regular season. New free agent added: None. Free agent who departed: Darnay Holmes (Atlanta Falcons). Free agent who returned: Eric Stokes on a three-year, $30 million deal. Current free agents: Kyu Blu Kelly Traded for: Taron Johnson from Buffalo Bills, who were […]
There are many legends for this franchise that could earn their place in the Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor down the line, but John Abraham was one of the most glaring omissions. No longer. The Falcons announced on Friday that Abraham and Bill Fralic will both be inducted into the Ring of Honor. Abe will […]
The Falcons are facing a bit of a QB conundrum, with the team delaying their decision on the starter until the very last minute. Kevin Knight brings you his reasoning for why Michael Penix Jr. should be Atlanta’s starter this season, touching on salary, years of team control, and Penix’s encouraging moments from 2025. Fellow […]
Bijan Robinson and Drake London had an intriguing story to share regarding their numbers on the Atlanta Falcons. London entered the NFL in 2022 while Robinson arrived the year after. The former took No. 5 as the latter eventually took No. 7. However, there was a chance for the pair to switch numbers during their […] The post The intriguing Falcons story behind Bijan Robinson landing No. 7 from Drake London appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Buccaneers Buccaneers LB Josiah Trotter enters his rookie season after being a second-round pick in this year’s draft. Trotter reflected on recording an interception in practice this week, saying that the game has been slowing down for him in training camp. “Yeah, we just had a man-to-man call, [so I was] just playing my leverage. […] The post NFC Notes: Josiah Trotter, Trevin Wallace, Buccaneers, Falcons QB Update, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
One of the most intriguing aspects of the Falcons’ initial 53-man roster was the inclusion of Billy Bowman Jr. The second-year cornerback suffered a torn Achilles during his promising rookie campaign, and it seemed likely that he would begin this season on the IR. That doesn’t appear to be the case based on the Falcons’ […]
If Week 0 was the appetizer and Saturday, September 5th is the entree, then Thursday, September 3rd is the unlimited bread that is served at the table. College football is back, and it’s looking to be an exciting season full of storylines galore. But if you’re an Atlanta Falcons fan, you’re looking for more. You’re […]
As the quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. continues, the Atlanta Falcons have chosen not to select a quarterback as one of their captains.
Who is going to start for the Atlanta Falcons at the quarterback position against the Pittsburgh Steelers? We still don’t know, and with the Raiders making Kirk Cousins their official Week 1 starter, the Falcons are the last team still without a named Week 1 starter. We will know soon, though. In remarks to the […]
Dan Graziano of ESPN just typed up 32 bold predictions — one for each team. But to call his prediction for the Falcons bold is insulting to the word bold. In it, he says we shouldn’t be surprised if Atlanta is back in the market for a quarterback this offseason. “There’s still time for Michael […]
Part of the reason the Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade with the Atlanta Falcons seemed so shocking was the level of depth behind him. However, defensive coordinator Dennis Allen thinks Chicago’s depth is exactly what made Dexter expendable. As he looks into the defensive tackle room, he sees plenty of standouts. Of them all, Kentavius [...] The post Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade makes more sense after Dennis Allen message appeared first on ChiCitySports .
Fans are now getting some clarity on Tua Tagovailoa’s viral social media mishap. The Atlanta Falcons quarterback was accused of using a burner account to hype himself up. The Instagram post was made on September 1, showing the Falcons quarterback on the field in a candid shot holding a football. “To the A,” the caption […] The post Tua Tagovailoa’s wife reveals answer to burner account rumor appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders deserves a reset and how fitting would it be to go back to the coach that drafted him: The Atlanta Falcons' Kevin Stefanski.
As preparations are underway for the Week 1 matchup at Acrisure Stadium against the Atlanta Falcons, almost all of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ starting positions are locked in. Except for two along the offensive line, which happens to be on the right side. Spencer Anderson appears to be the starter at right guard, though it’s not […]
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield never finalized a contract extension this offseason and is entering the last year of his deal. Tampa Bay HC Todd Bowles said Mayfield is always motivated to perform regardless of his contract status: “Baker’s pissed off every year and every game. He wants to beat the piss out of somebody. […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Dan Morgan, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Now that the Las Vegas Raiders have named Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback, there’s only one team left that […]
The Atlanta Falcons made quite a few big moves around the NFL’s roster cutdown day. Atlanta pulled off a big trade for Gervon Dexter to solidify their defensive interior. The Falcons also made a platoon of smaller moves to put the finishing touches on their final roster. Some of Atlanta’s decisions over the past few […] The post Falcons’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s unclear in what direction the Pittsburgh Steelers will go at right tackle for their Sept. 13 season opener against the Atlanta Falcons, but rookie first-round pick Max Iheanachor has some thoughts. Speaking to reporters Wednesday following practice, Iheanachor thinks he’s ready to be the guy at right tackle next to guard Spencer Anderson. “Yeah, […]
The Falcons finalized their 2026 roster and practice squad after a flurry of moves early in the week, but we’ve still gotten little clarity on the starting QB heading into Week 1. Kevin Knight is joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss Atlanta’s extended QB competition between Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa, unusual […]
Every coach hopes to have bulletin board material to ramp up their players heading into the season. They’re pumping their already hyper-competitive athletes with the “nobody believes in you” or the patented “they want you to fail,” without ever actually pinpointing who the “they” in question is. Well, if you’re the Atlanta Falcons, you have […]
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was facing burner account allegations after a suspicious comment on his latest Instagram post, but his wife cleared the air this week.
Practice is closed off to the media this week as the Falcons prepare for their Week 1 matchup with the Steelers, but general manager Ian Cunningham did make an appearance to discuss the ongoing quarterback competition and the trade for Gervon Dexter Sr. As we sit here less than two weeks from the first snap […]
The Chicago Bears turned heads when they traded defensive tackle Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons. But they did so with defensive coordinator Dennis Allen in mind. Chicago wants a unit that features players who fit his scheme. In their return for Dexter, the Bears acquired cornerback Clark Phillips III. Now, Allen is figuring out [...] The post Dennis Allen reveals Chicago Bears’ plan for cornerback trade acquisition appeared first on ChiCitySports .