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This summer is treating Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London very well, as he followed up signing a long-term contract extension by getting engaged to his girlfriend, Sofia Gabay.
Falcons Falcons GM Ian Cunningham released a statement regarding the three-year contract extension signed by TE Kyle Pitts and acknowledged Pitts’ agency for their collaboration on the new deal. “Kyle has earned this opportunity through the consistency he’s shown every day and the growth he’s made both on and off the field,” Cunningham said in a […] The post NFC Notes: Jahan Dotson, Cameron Jordan, Kyle Pitts, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The first Florida-Georgia Game in Atlanta will be on Halloween.
Former San Francisco 49ers wideout Deebo Samuel remains a free agent as training camp approaches. Samuel will likely wait to see which situation is best for him, or whether an opportunity emerges should an injury occur. During his six seasons with the 49ers, Samuel recorded 334 catches for 4,792 yards and scored 42 touchdowns in […] The post Deebo Samuel Gets Compelling Falcons Take Amid 49ers Speculation appeared first on HEAVY .
On June 23, the Atlanta Falcons made it clear that Kyle Pitts remains central to their long-term vision. Atlanta agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract extension, including $36 million fully guaranteed, and stands as the largest three-year contract ever given to a tight end in NFL history. The extension shows Atlanta’s belief in the […] The post The Falcons Finally Show Full Trust in Kyle Pitts’ Future appeared first on The Lead .
While we twiddle our thumbs, tap our feet impatiently, and sigh deeply during the long wait for training camp, we can still talk about training camp. And we will. Let’s start by talking about some of the true roster battles for the 2026 Falcons, rather than those guys duking it out for a starting job. […]
It’s been years since the Falcons had a true game-changing, three-down linebacker. While Foye Oluokun had a breakout season in 2020, he wasn’t quite the all-around, consistent force that would put him in the Pro Bowl conversation. The last top-tier inside linebacker on the team was Deion Jones in 2017. Analysts once believed Jones was […]
Falcons When projecting the Falcons’ 53-man roster, Josh Kendall of The Athletic expects Atlanta to keep just two quarterbacks, with Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. At running back, Kendall has the Falcons keeping three players, including Bijan Robinson, Brian Robinson, and Tyler Goodson. Kendall could see Atlanta keeping four tight ends with Kyle Pitts, […] The post NFC Notes: Tua Tagovailoa, Roster Projections, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
In this week’s reacts poll, we asked readers which New Orleans Saints home game are they most looking forward to? An overwhelming 64% of voters said it’s the Saints NFC South opponent, the Atlanta Falcons. There is no love lost between these two teams and their fan bases, which makes up one of the biggest […]
Former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has been out of the Twin Cities for a little while nowCousins was released by the Atlanta Falcons just 2 years into his 4-year/$180 million agreement with the team. In 2024, Minnesota decided to move on from the former Michigan State Spartan in favor of a QB room including Sam Darnold […] The post Vikings’ Former QB Kirk Cousins Draws Blunt Take from Legend appeared first on HEAVY .
Hello Falcoholics, and welcome to the long holiday weekend! Training camp will be here before we know it, and in the meantime, I’m encouraging all the writers here to take it easy and enjoy the 4th. I’ll share some discussion posts through the weekend so if you need a break from the festivities or if […]
With training camp just weeks away, let's take a look back and attempt to name every NFL team's greatest wide receiver of all time. Throughout NFL history, many fans have seen some of the league's best players suit up for their club. While some teams have had many generational talents, some have had just a […]
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday, several Atlanta Falcons players recently spent time honoring those serving overseas. Safety Jessie Bates III, defensive lineman Zach Harrison, rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker, and former Falcons great John Abraham took part in the NFL’s annual USO tour, traveling throughout Japan to visit U.S. military […]
The Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new direction and plenty of question marks. Kevin Knight is joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss the “make or break” players for Atlanta, whose play could determine the success or failure of the team this year. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The […]
The Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new direction and plenty of question marks. Kevin Knight to discusses the “make or break” players for Atlanta, whose play could determine the success or failure of the team this year. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the stream below or on […]
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. For the first time in several years, the Falcons’ defense will enter the season as a […]
Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles believes the team got a steal in rookie OLB Rueben Bain, Jr., and said that not only is he physically gifted, but he also displays great leadership qualities, even if he’s not in that role yet. “I’m extremely grateful,” Bowles said, via Tampa Bay Times. “Just seeing him in person, there’s size and […] The post NFC Notes: Kyle Pitts, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
With the NFL schedule released last month, all eyes are on Week 1. Primarily, which quarterback the Pittsburgh Steelers will face in the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. That answer is months from being finalized but ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler offered an update, and clear leader, during a Monday appearance on SportsCenter. “Michael Penix [Jr.] […]
One of the biggest storylines surrounding the Atlanta Falcons this offseason has been the legal saga with edge rusher James Pearce Jr. After seemingly getting a few charges dropped after an incident with his girlfriend, Rickea Jackson, that doesn’t mean he’s totally out of the woods with the National Football League. There have been several […] The post Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Could be Slapped with Suspension Per Latest Report appeared first on HEAVY .
The Texans have fostered this environment. The post Deshaun Watson’s Personal Coach Rips Texans Over C.J. Stroud appeared first on HEAVY .
Bleacher Report called Washington Commanders WR Deebo Samuel the "Best Fit" for the Atlanta Falcons in free agency. The post Commanders WR Deebo Samuel Called ‘Best Fit’ in NFC South appeared first on HEAVY .
Buccaneers Buccaneers S Miles Killebrew signed on with Tampa Bay as a free agent this offseason following his time with the Steelers. Killebrew said that ST coordinator Danny Smith, who also came from Pittsburgh, was a “giant factor” in his decision to join the team. “I would say a giant factor,” Killebrew said, via Gabriel […] The post NFC Notes: Cameron Jordan, Tua Tagovailoa, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Buccaneers Zac Robinson enters his first season as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator after having the same role with the Falcons in 2024 and 2025. Tampa Bay QB Baker Mayfield is confident that Robinson’s understanding of the running game will be a huge benefit to their offense. “This is not to downplay Josh Grizzard whatsoever because […] The post NFC Notes: Zac Robinson, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
We know the Falcons will have quite a few open practices for fans to watch during training camp, which is good news for those hoping to see the new regime and many new players in person. Now we know when the team will actually report for training camp, as well. Per the NFL, rookies will […]
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his three-year contract. When asked about Mayfield, HC Todd Bowles said the quarterback has been “all about business” and doesn’t seem affected by his situation. “Baker’s business, he’s all about business. The contract stuff takes care of itself,” Bowles said via Rick Stroud of […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Taysom Hill, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .