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How Cooper Rush starting at QB changes the Falcons’ offensive game plan
Tua Tagovailoa’s back is tighter than a clam with lockjaw, and Michael Penix Jr. doesn’t trust his knee as far as he can throw it. It’s Cooper Rush time. For some, this feels like the worst-case scenario for the Atlanta Falcons quarterback room, but is the drop-off from Tagovailoa to Rush really all that significant […]
Falcons vs. Steelers Week 1 injuries: Tua Tagovailoa ruled out for Sunday
The final practice leading up to Week 1 games is in the books. Both the Atlanta Falcons and Pittsburgh Steelers have been prepping all week to face off in their season debuts, and we have been closely monitoring the health of both teams. We learned quite a bit on Friday, so let’s dive into the […]
Can Atlanta finally win in Pittsburgh? Falcons vs Steelers Week 1 preview ft. Jarrett Bailey
Can Atlanta finally win in Pittsburgh? Kevin Knight is joined by Jarrett Bailey (SB Nation) to discuss the Falcons Week 1 clash with the Steelers, including the latest injury report, thoughts on the 2026 iteration of both teams, and how Atlanta’s offense and defense matchup with their Pittsburgh counterparts. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode […]
Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. both inactive for Week 1 Falcons vs. Steelers
The official injury report hasn’t been released as I write this, but the team confirmed to onsite media after practice that both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive against the Steelers in Week 1. This, of course, comes on the heels of Tagovailoa being named the starter just this past Monday. The […]
What to know about Falcons – Steelers in Week 1
Season openers can be many different things. They can be trials, making teams test their mettle against terrific opponents, as was the case with the Patriots-Seahawks Wednesday night matchup. They can also be divisional rock fights, like the Thursday night battle in Australia between the 49ers and Rams. They can even be cupcakes, like the […]
Falcons news: Tua Tagovailoa lands on injury report with oblique. What does it mean?
Hello Falcoholics, and welcome to Friday’s Falcons Opening Drive. Today, of course, is the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11th. Our hearts go out to the survivors, to those who lost their lives that day or as a result, to those who still mourn loved ones they’ve lost, and to all of us who bore witness. […]
Tua Tagovailoa exited practice with oblique injury, Cooper Rush next man up
Cooper Rush is about as good of a third quarterback as you’ll find in today’s NFL, and is certainly one of the most experienced. That said, when you’re staring down the barrel of starting your QB3 in Week 1 of the NFL season, something has gone terribly awry. We’ll get more updates tomorrow, but that […]
Falcons vs. Steelers: What will Week 1’s win or loss mean for Atlanta?
We’re at the starting line of yet another NFL season, as the Atlanta Falcons look to fight their way out of the wilderness. The team made headlines this offseason by cleaning house from top to bottom and replacing all of the primary decision makers in Flowery Branch, booting away Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot and Rich […]
Atlanta Falcons 2026 game-by-game jersey schedule
The 2026 NFL season is officially here, which means it’s time to look ahead at what the Atlanta Falcons will be wearing every week. With the new uniforms in rotation, they’re going to look good no matter what—but the team does plan to wear their perfect 1966-inspired throwbacks for two games this season. Let’s take […]
Falcons vs. Steelers Week 1 injuries: Michael Penix Jr. logs full practice
Welcome back, folks! The first official Atlanta Falcons practice report for the regular season is here. If you’re new here, every week we bring the practice reports to you, giving you insight into who is or is not practicing, usually due to injuries. In Week 1 the Falcons will be taking on the Pittsburgh Steelers, […]
Falcons Week 1 kickoff show with Dave Choate and Tre’Shon Diaz
At long last, we’ve reached Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season with the Falcons traveling to face the Steelers on Sunday. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Dave Choate and Tre’Shon Diaz to discuss the latest on Tua being named the starter, Atlanta’s initial injury report, and thoughts on the team’s outlook […]
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.: When will he take over as the starter?
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. Although Tua Tagovailoa was selected as the starter against Pittsburgh, it’s inevitable that Michael Penix Jr. will take over as the signal caller at some point. […]
Falcons news: Gervon Dexter on his fit in Jeff Ulbrich’s defense and more
Good morning Falcoholics! As strange as it feels to say on a Wednesday, the NFL season kicks off tonight, and that means the Falcons’ first game of the season is just a few days away. I’ll be in Flowery Branch today for Falcons practice and media availability, and I’ll keep you posted on all of […]
Falcons depth chart: Rookies Kendal Daniels, Avieon Terrell listed as starters for Week 1
The release of the depth chart in a given week is only noteworthy when it contains new information that was not previously known to us, and that doesn’t happen all that often. For Week 1, most of the depth chart drama figured to be out of the way with the announcement that Tua Tagovailoa is […]
Breaking down what the decision to start Tua Tagovailoa means for the Falcons and players involved
The Atlanta Falcons finally made it official yesterday, declaring Tua Tagovailoa the starter for Week 1 of the 2026 season. The quarterback controversy and competition has been settled, but not definitively and not for the long haul, and therein lies the rub. The Falcons went out this spring and signed Tua as both competition and […]
How the Falcons can start reviving a dejected fanbase with low expectations
Whenever a team finds itself alone in a category except for the New York Jets, it most likely has fallen on hard times. That’s where the Falcons are when it comes to playoff appearances since 2020. After the Panthers won the NFC South last season, only the Falcons and Jets remain as teams that haven’t […]
Michael Penix Jr. injury update: Falcons QB is ‘very close,’ but not 100%
Whether you like it or not — and I know a great many of you do NOT like it — Tua Tagovailoa is the Falcons’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Steelers. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s Tua’s job to lose. Michael Penix Jr. is expected to take over the starting job at […]
Tua Tagovailoa named Falcons’ starting QB for Week 1 vs. Steelers
The biggest question facing the 2026 Atlanta Falcons has been answered. On Monday, the Falcons announced that Tua Tagovailoa, who signed with the Falcons this offseason after being released by the Miami Dolphins, has been named the starter for Week 1 against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Falcons’ quarterback situation has been a roller-coaster ride […]
The Falcons must get creative with their pass rush
The Falcons lost their two top edge rushers in Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. to injury and suspension, and will need to get creative to generate a pass rush in their absence. Kevin Knight discusses Atlanta’s options, including leaning on a talented interior defensive line and a number of intriguing young linebackers. Fellow Falcoholics, […]
The Falcoholic Reacts: An explosive defensive tackle combo
Several new players make up the Falcons’ interior tackle rotation this season. After struggling to stop the run last season, the team is optimistic that a personnel overhaul will help address a major flaw. They have gotten younger by trading for Gervon Dexter Sr. and Maason Smith. These look like well-calculated moves by Ian Cunningham […]
Falcons Draft 2027: 16 Prospects to Watch For Week One of College Football
We have made it. The first full Saturday of College Football is back! Starting at noon EST, there will be 68 FBS football games on Saturday. We’re going to split these games into windows, based on their start time: 12 pm – 2 pm, 3 pm – 5 pm, 6 pm – 8 pm, and […]
Falcons lose Khalid Kareem to 49ers, sign Bralen Trice to practice squad
Khalid Kareem was a Falcon again for a very short while, but that time has ended. The San Francisco 49ers have poached Kareem off Atlanta’s practice squad to help with a decimated group of edge rushers, and the Falcons have replaced him on the practice squad with another familiar face in Bralen Trice. Kareem spent […]
Falcons don’t have a QB controversy; they have a leadership vacuum
The Atlanta Falcons are the only NFL team still trying to figure out who their starting quarterback will be for Week 1. It’s unprecedented to be this late in the process and still not have figured out whether Michael Penix or Tua Tagovailoa will be their guy. Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network recently reported that […]
Falcons NFL Draft 2027: Top prospects to watch in college football on Friday night
One of the most anticipated nights in Georgia is Friday Night Lights; high school football in Georgia is electric no matter where you are in the state. However, if you don’t have the opportunity to be a part of your local Friday Night Lights festivities, there are eight college football games you can watch, starting […]
Falcons will induct John Abraham and Bill Fralic into Ring of Honor
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 […]
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