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Saturday, August 29, 2026
4 winners (and 3 losers) from Falcons preseason finale vs. Dolphins

The Atlanta Falcons' final chance to practice in live action resulted in another strong showing by many.

Projecting the Falcons final 53-man roster and practice squad

The third and final preseason game is over, and it’s time for our final roster predictions. Cutdowns are a lot earlier this year—Sunday instead of Tuesday—which means there’s little time for...

NFL waiver wire rules and the Falcons waiver order position

The 2026 NFL preseason is over, at least for the Falcons. That means the worst time of the year, final roster cutdowns, is about to begin. The cutdown deadline happens earlier than usual this...

Friday, August 28, 2026
6 instant takeaways from Falcons' dominant preseason finale victory

The Atlanta Falcons' final preseason game offered a glimpse at a bunch of intriguing storylines to monitor.

Falcons 2026 roster cut tracker

The Falcons just completed the third and final week of the 2026 NFL preseason, which means that the trimming down of the offseason roster from 90 to the 53 man final roster will begin shortly....

Falcons – Dolphins preseason instant recap: Plenty to consider

The Atlanta Falcons turned the ball over twice and still went into halftime with a 17-6 lead, which says a lot more about the Dolphins than it does the Falcons. Then things got predictably slow...

Game Breakdown: What happened in Falcons' preseason game vs. Miami Dolphins

The main takeaways and observations from Atlanta's final preseason game of the 2026 season.

Falcons at Dolphins 2026 preseason fan discussion

We’ll get a quick look at the starters in this one and then roughly three-and-a-half quarters of reserves, and all we can really ask for is a reasonably entertaining game where everyone exits...

One 2027 NFL Draft Prospect From Each Team in AP Preseason Top 25 for the Falcons

This is a celebration that both NFL and college football are back, and there is no better indicator than finding one 2027 NFL Draft prospect from the AP Preseason Top 25 and manifesting them into...

Skip Bayless pitched the most complicated solution to the Falcons' QB dilemma

For some reason, Skip Bayless wants the Browns to trade Shedeur Sanders to the Atlanta Falcons

Former Falcons castoff is taking advantage of a second lease on life elsewhere

A player the Atlanta Falcons released before training camp is now turning heads with an NFC South rival.

Falcons vs Dolphins Preseason Watch Party

The Falcons face the Dolphins in the third and final preseason game of the 2026 NFL season. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic bring you live coverage through all four quarters, including updates on the...

Falcons rookie Avieon Terrell is making up for lost time (and 1 coach is noticing)

Ever since he returned from injury, Atlanta Falcons rookie Avieon Terrell is impressing every coach in sight.

Jack Strand isn't the only Falcons' UDFA making a late push for a roster spot

In addition to Jack Strand, the Atlanta Falcons are watching another undrafted rookie push for a roster spot.

Where to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. Miami Dolphins

How to catch the Falcons' final preseason game against the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium

Harold Perkins Jr. may be at risk of losing his job to another Falcons rookie

Harold Perkins Jr. has been quiet recently, but a different Atlanta Falcons rookie is turning heads.

Tua Tagovailoa's final audition in Falcons' QB battle comes with added pressure

The Atlanta Falcons' preseason finale in Miami is shaping up to be very important for Tua Tagovailoa.

Falcons at Dolphins preseason 2026: How to watch, start time, TV, and odds

Ready to tune in for the final preseason game? Here’s how you can get your eyes, ears, or both on the game tonight. Schedule & TV information Date: Friday, August 28 Time: 7 p.m. EDT Channel: FOX5...

Falcons fly past Lynn Vision Gaming at BLAST Open Fall

Team Falcons pushed past Lynn Vision Gaming 2-1 on Thursday as Group B play began at the BLAST Open Fall event in Copenhagen, Denmark.,In the other Gr

Thursday, August 27, 2026
1 undrafted rookie is making his final Falcons roster push at the perfect time

Cash Jones’s versatility offers him a great chance to stick around at the bottom of the Atlanta Falcons roster.

Bijan Robinson excited by Falcons' offensive designs

Atlanta's star running back discussed the inclusion of screens and how Bill Callahan is bolstering the run game

Kevin Stefanski pumped the brakes on Jack Strand hype with obvious development

For as great as Jack Strand looked for the Atlanta Falcons last week, Kevin Stefanski isn't jumping to conclusions.

Michael Penix Jr.'s longer recovery timeline could be a blessing in disguise

Michael Penix Jr.'s ACL recovery didn't take longer than we expected for no reason: there is a benefit.

Assessing the 5 biggest takeaways from Falcons' final unofficial depth chart

The Atlanta Falcons' final unofficial depth chart has been released, and here are the things that stand out.

What to know about Falcons – Dolphins in the preseason finale

The final game of the 2026 preseason kicks off tomorrow night, and when it’s over, all that lies ahead is the first season of Falcons football for Kevin Stefanski, Ian Cunningham, and the host of...

Falcons training camp 2026: A quick, intense practice on the last day of camp

Today was a short, but intense, practice for the Falcons as they look toward this weekend’s last preseason matchup against the Dolphins. It was Michael Penix Jr.’s third full practice since being...

Falcons should steer clear of 1 trade candidate despite front office connection

The Ian Cunningham connection isn't enough reason for the Atlanta Falcons to acquire an ex-Bears DL.

Za'Darius Smith found his way back to football, and with it, back to joy

After losing his mother, grandmother and father in the span of a year, Smith stepped away from the game. Now, back in the NFL with the Falcons, he's rediscovering the joy he thought he'd lost.

Falcons might have found their new Storm Norton without even looking

The Atlanta Falcons may have found their new swing tackle without even lifting a finger.

Falcons may have stumbled upon their first miss from their 2026 Draft class

The Atlanta Falcons have seen the injury bug derail the summer of one of their promising 2026 rookies.

Michael Penix Jr.'s return has lit a fire under Falcons' QB Tua Tagovailoa

Michael Penix Jr. being cleared for full contact has brought out the best in Tua Tagovailoa in practice.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Falcons Camp Report: Michael Penix Jr. won't play Friday, but remains confident he'll be ready for Week 1

Plus, notes and observations from practice.

Falcons' Smith retired in '25 over mother's health

Falcons defensive end Za'Darius Smith opened up Wednesday for the first time about why he suddenly retired during last season with the Eagles.

Kendal Daniels finding his voice as first training camp draws to close

The Falcons' rookie linebacker is making himself heard in more ways than one.

Falcons' QB1 battle open despite Michael Penix Jr. sitting out preseason

Michael Penix Jr. is still in contention to start at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their season opener despite missing the entire preseason a

Virtually-unknown Falcons backup is quietly making a late push for a roster spot

The Atlanta Falcons have a backup you've probably never heard of who is making a push to stick around.

Can Michael Penix win the Falcons starting job? ft. Joe Patrick: Falcoholic Live, Ep386

The Falcons are in the midst of a battle at starting quarterback heading into the final week of the 2026 NFL preseason. Kevin Knight and Joe Patrick discuss the chance for Michael Penix Jr. to win...

Tua to start vs. Fins in Falcons' preseason finale

Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will not play Friday for the Atlanta Falcons in their preseason finale, coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday, adding that no decision has been made on the team's Week...

Kevin Stefanski's Falcons offense is tailor-made for the NFL's newest trend

The Atlanta Falcons' offense will hang its hat on a formation becoming more popular around the NFL.

Falcons are playing it safe with Michael Penix Jr. (but there's a silver lining)

The Atlanta Falcons' plan for Michael Penix Jr. in the preseason finale is not the worst update in the world.

Michael Penix Jr. will not play in Falcons’ final preseason game vs. Dolphins

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski officially announced that former first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. will not be playing in the Falcons’ preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins,...

Falcons reveal unfortunate Michael Penix Jr. news for preseason finale

This is some unfortunate news for Penix and Falcons fans.

Azeez Ojulari is quickly becoming a Falcons offseason gamble gone wrong

Azeez Ojulari was one of the smaller FA moves the Atlanta Falcons made, but is becoming one of the worst.

Falcons' CB3 battle has a surprise frontrunner beginning to take shape

In a shocking camp twist, the Atlanta Falcons' CB3 frontrunner is not second-round rookie Avieon Terrell.

Tommy Rees discusses quarterback evaluation of Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa

What did the Falcons offensive coordinator have to say about the state of the quarterback position in Atlanta?

Falcons' Jack Strand has an opportunity to become the NFL's newest QB unicorn

Atlanta Falcons' rookie Jack Strand has one of the most interesting stories among any NFL quarterback.

Promising Falcons' rookie is skating on thin ice as roster cuts loom

The Atlanta Falcons went from having a seventh-round draft steal to someone who won't make the team.

Falcons’ OC Tommy Rees gave Tua Tagovailoa the ultimate back-handed compliment

There is one major question the Atlanta Falcons are wanting to know about Tua Tagovailoa.

Falcons news: 3 things I hope we’ll learn from final training camp practice

Good morning Falcoholics, and welcome to Wednesday! I missed yesterday’s practice due to my day job — covering the Falcons isn’t actually in my job description (my full-time job is serving as SB...

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Falcons Camp Report: Back in Atlanta, Tyler Goodson is leaving an impression.

The former North Gwinnett High School star has looked fast, elusive and decisive in his first summer with the Falcons.

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