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2026-08-26 18:50:06

Falcons Delay QB Decision; Tua Faces Former Team Friday

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. will skip Friday's preseason finale, still recovering from ACL surgery, while Tua Tagovailoa starts against Miami. Coach Stefanski hasn't named a Week 1 starter yet, awaiting more practice information. read more

2026-08-22 23:40:09

Penix cleared, Falcons QB battle officially begins

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is fully cleared to practice after left ACL surgery, enabling 11-on-11 drills. His competition with Tua Tagovailoa now begins Monday, as Atlanta's QB1 race intensifies. read more

2026-08-18 15:40:05

Falcons Sign ZaDarius Smith to Shore Up Pass Rush

Falcons sign veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith to a one-year, $6 million deal, boosting a pass rush depleted by Jalen Walker's ACL injury and James Pearce Jr.'s eight-game suspension. Smith brings 70.5 career sacks and familiarity with coach Kevin Stefanski. read more

2026-08-15 05:10:06

Tagovailoa Calls Falcons Preseason Loss Not Up to Par

Tua Tagovailoa voiced frustration after the Falcons' 27-7 preseason loss to Denver, calling the performance substandard. He fumbled early, disrupting rhythm, and acknowledged needing improvement in the quarterback competition with Michael Penix Jr., though Penix remains limited by injury. read more

2026-08-14 20:20:08

Falcons Pearce suspended eight games for conduct violation

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. received an eight-game NFL suspension for violating personal conduct policy after February domestic violence charges. He enters a pretrial intervention program, eligible for reinstatement November 2. read more

2026-08-12 19:30:06

Tagovailoa starts Friday, Falcons delay Week 1 QB call

Tua Tagovailoa will start Friday's Falcons preseason opener against Denver, but Atlanta hasn't named a Week 1 starter. Michael Penix Jr. remains limited, and starters will play about 10 plays. read more

2026-08-04 21:00:43

Falcons Walker feared to have torn ACL

Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker is feared to have a torn ACL after a practice injury, likely ending his 2026 season. Atlanta, already thin at the position, faces a major defensive setback. MRI will confirm. read more

2026-08-04 13:10:02

Bijan Robinson Signs Record $75M Falcons Extension

Bijan Robinson and the Falcons agreed to a three-year, $75 million extension with $51 million guaranteed, making him the NFL's highest-paid running back at $22.25 million annually, ending his hold-in. read more

2026-08-01 18:10:06

Falcons lock up Bergeron with $96 million extension

Falcons signed left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year, $96M extension with $60M guaranteed, locking up another young starter. He joins Drake London and Kyle Pitts as recent extension recipients, while Bijan Robinson remains unsigned. read more

2026-07-31 17:40:06

Tagovailoa Downplays Back Issue, No Return Timetable

Tua Tagovailoa isn't worried about his back flare-up, calling it precautionary early in camp, though he has no timetable for full return. The Falcons quarterback feels great and threw in drills, while Cooper Rush backs him up. read more

2026-07-29 14:20:06

Falcons QB Crisis: Tagovailoa Sidelined, Team Signs Cooper Rush

Tua Tagovailoa is sidelined with a back "flare-up," prompting the Falcons to sign Cooper Rush. With Michael Penix Jr. also injured, undrafted rookie Jack Strand is the only healthy QB. Tagovailoa is expected back next week. read more

2026-06-23 21:30:43

Falcons give Kyle Pitts $54 million extension

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts agreed to a three-year, $54 million deal with $36 million guaranteed, making him the NFL’s third-highest paid at his position. The extension follows a breakout 2025 season where he recorded 88 receptions and 928 yards. read more

2026-06-15 18:40:11

Falcons’ Pearce Jr. returns after legal resolution

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. returns for minicamp after February arrest for ramming his vehicle into ex-girlfriend's car. He avoided trial via a one-year diversion program. Pearce had 10.5 sacks last season, a team rookie record. read more

2026-06-11 20:00:05

Falcons trade for Chiefs tackle Wanya Morris

The Atlanta Falcons acquired offensive tackle Wanya Morris from the Chiefs for tackle depth after Kaleb McGary’s retirement. Morris, 25, started 16 games over three seasons, providing blindside protection for left-handed quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. read more

2026-06-03 19:00:03

Falcons Rookie Branch Has Charges Dropped

State prosecutors dropped misdemeanor charges against Falcons rookie WR Zachariah Branch for allegedly disobeying police commands. His attorney said evidence, including videos, proved no crime occurred. Branch, a third-round pick, previously set Georgia’s single-season receptions record. read more

2026-06-02 23:10:08

Falcons Sign Drake London to Record $141 Million Deal

Falcons and Drake London agreed to a four-year, $141M extension with $100M guaranteed, making him the NFL’s third-highest paid receiver. The 24-year-old, who has 3,961 career yards, is now under contract through 2030. read more

2026-05-08 21:10:06

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. marries longtime girlfriend

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. married longtime girlfriend Olivia Carter last weekend, with teammates Bijan Robinson and Drake London attending. Penix, rehabbing from ACL surgery, will compete with Tua Tagovailoa for Atlanta’s starting job. read more

2026-04-25 03:10:09

Falcons Draft Avieon Terrell to Join Brother A.J.

Falcons drafted Clemson CB Avieon Terrell at No. 48, reuniting him with older brother and star CB A.J. Terrell in Atlanta. The pair, who grew up together, will now share an NFL secondary. read more

2026-04-23 16:10:03

Falcons Pearce avoids trial, enters intervention program

Falcons' James Pearce Jr. agreed to a six-month intervention program to avoid trial on felony charges including aggravated battery. He must stay away from ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson and attend therapy. The court will finalize details May 7. read more

2026-04-08 20:10:08

Falcons Tackle McGary Retires at 31

Atlanta Falcons starting right tackle Kaleb McGary, 31, is retiring. He missed the 2025 season with a knee injury after a six-year career where he started 92 games as an elite run blocker. read more

2026-03-13 19:40:10

Falcons Open QB Battle: Tua vs. Penix

Falcons GM Ian Cunningham states Tua Tagovailoa will compete with Michael Penix Jr. for the starting QB job. Tagovailoa signed a one-year deal after his Dolphins release, while Penix recovers from ACL surgery. read more

2026-02-03 18:10:09

Falcons QB Future Clouded as Ryan Sidesteps Penix Endorsement

Falcons president Matt Ryan did not commit to Michael Penix Jr. as the starting QB upon his return from ACL surgery. New coach Kevin Stefanski praised Penix's potential, but the team's future quarterback situation remains undecided. read more

2026-01-30 02:10:05

Falcons to Hire Ian Cunningham as GM

The Atlanta Falcons are expected to hire Ian Cunningham as their new GM. The former Bears assistant GM, instrumental in Chicago's rebuild, was a finalist alongside James Liipfert. The Falcons have been restructuring after firing their previous GM and coach. read more

2025-04-01 14:50:06

Falcons Facing Business Impasse with Quarterback Kirk Cousins

Atlanta Falcons do not expect Kirk Cousins to participate in their voluntary program due to a contract situation. Although comfortable with him as a backup, they are open to trades. Cousins expressed interest in starting elsewhere. Morris looks for an amicable solution. read more