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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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.

Jack Strand rises, Michael Penix fully cleared: Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon

The Falcons dominated the Colts in their first preseason victory in years, with a particularly noteworthy performance from UDFA QB Jack Strand. We also got some good news regarding QB Michael...

Atlanta Falcons depth chart for final preseason game vs. Miami Dolphins

The Falcons travel to Miami to face the Dolphins on Friday night before roster cuts are made over the weekend.

Falcons’ defensive line needs Brandon Dorlus to step up now more than ever

With Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. gone, the Atlanta Falcons need Brandon Dorlus to step up big time.

Falcons are realizing just how important Nick Folk will be for them

The Atlanta Falcons brought in Nick Folk for a reason, and he's already proving them right for signing him.

Ian Rapoport exposed how Michael Penix Jr.'s return affects Falcons' QB battle

Michael Penix Jr. being cleared for full contact has flipped the Atlanta Falcons' QB pecking order on its head.

Jack Strand's breakout game didn't stop wild Falcons trade idea from surfacing

Jack Strand's coming out party was overshadowed by an Atlanta Falcons' trade pitch that makes zero sense.

Desperate Falcons' pass-rush is receiving a boost from an unlikely source

The Atlanta Falcons' depleted pass-rush has seen an unexpected player step up in their moment of need.

Preseason changes sweep the Falcons in latest 53-man roster prediction

The Atlanta Falcons are being influenced by some preseason darlings in a new roster projection.

The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: How big of an impact will Za’Darius Smith have?

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. It was only a matter of time...

Kevin Stefanski sent a resounding message with Falcons' dominant preseason win

Maybe the Kevin Stefanski era with the Atlanta Falcons isn't as hopeless as we once thought.

Michael Penix Jr. wasted no time turning heads after returning to full contact

In his first practice back after being cleared for full contact, Michael Penix Jr. delivered the play of the day.

Monday, August 24, 2026
Falcons Camp Report: Recapping Michael Penix Jr.'s return to full-team work

Penix split time with Tua Tagovailoa throughout all reps with the first-team offense

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. participates in full practice Monday

I thought the Falcons would slow-roll Michael Penix into full contact after he was medically cleared to return to football activities over the weekend. And Monday was not a padded practice, so...

Falcons have an underrated veteran hiding in plain sight

Atlanta Falcons’ cornerback Mike Ford Jr. deserves more credit than he gets

Falcons using final week of preseason to get feel for regular-season schedule

Atlanta will play its starters on Friday night against the Miami Dolphins in its final preseason game.

Ex-Falcons star Deion Jones' time with the Saints just came to an abrupt end

Former Atlanta Falcons' linebacker Deion Jones was just done dirty by one of the Falcons' biggest rivals.

Browns' Deshaun Watson decision is a blessing in disguise for Kevin Stefanski

For as bad as the Atlanta Falcons' QB competition looks, it's better than the alternative for Kevin Stefanski.

Falcons' preseason victory created a QB problem they didn't expect this early

The Atlanta Falcons may have created a quarterback problem they didn't expect to have heading into the regular season.

The Falcoholic Reacts: Playing it safe at inside linebacker

Who plays alongside Divine Deablo is one of the several positional battles this summer. With plenty to be decided across the defensive line, the linebacker to complement one of Atlanta’s most...

Falcons rookie needed just two preseason games to confirm Atlanta found a gem

Atlanta Falcons rookie DT Carlos Allen Jr. has been one of the best-performing UDFAs of the summer.

5 Falcons players who did the most to help their roster chances vs. the Colts

After Saturday's win over the Colts five Atlanta Falcons players might not be on the roster bubble anymore.

Christian Harris picked the perfect time to complicate Falcons' linebacker plans

Christian Harris was started to get counted out, but he's not letting the Atlanta Falcons cut him that easily.

It took 2 preseason games for Jack Strand to validate a Kevin Stefanski gamble

The Atlanta Falcons had every reason to draft a QB in 2026, but Kevin Stefanski's alternate approach is paying off.

Falcons news: Michael Penix cleared to play; what does it mean for Atlanta?

It’s a lot more fun to put Monday’s Falcons Opening Drive together after the Falcons absolutely dominated the Colts in preseason action on Saturday afternoon. Below, I’ve got some thoughts on...

Sunday, August 23, 2026
Falcons snap counts from a blowout preseason win over the Colts

Snap counts, you say? Snap counts, I say. Here’s a quick breakdown of how the Falcons portioned out playing time yesterday in their preseason game against the Colts. Offense G Andrew Stueber: 55 G...

Cooper Rush is breeding new life into the Falcons' QB3 competition

The Atlanta Falcons' QB3 competition was all but settled until Cooper Rush came to play on Saturday.

Inside the unknown ripple effect of the Falcons' Sydney Brown trade

The Atlanta Falcons' decision to acquire Sydney Brown is starting to age better for several reasons.

Falcons finally saw the side of Cash Jones they've been waiting all summer for

The Atlanta Falcons have an undrafted rookie who is carving out a real role for them this season.

Michael Penix Jr.'s return has a brutal reality setting in for Tua Tagovailoa

The Atlanta Falcons are getting Michael Penix Jr. back, which will send this QB situation into chaos.

Falcons – Colts preseason recap: An unreserved beatdown from the reserves

A game like this during the regular season would feed the Falcons fanbase for a long time. We’d crow over the result, allow it to dampen any roller coaster stretches that followed, and bring it up...

4 winners (and 3 losers) from Falcons turnaround win vs. Colts

The Atlanta Falcons flipped the script with a dominating win over the Indianapolis Colts.

Saturday, August 22, 2026
Michael Penix injury update: Falcons QB cleared for football activities

Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 activities, and the Atlanta Falcons QB1 race is still wide open. Early this week, Penix Jr. spoke more in depth about his belief that he is closer...

Kevin Stefanski dropped major Michael Penix Jr. update after Falcons' preseason win

The Atlanta Falcons' dominant preseason win wasn't the best news to come out of Saturday afternoon.

Michael Penix Jr. cleared for full-team work

After meeting with his doctor, the third-year quarterback officially has the green light.

7 instant reaction from Falcons' dominant preseason victory over the Colts

There were a lot of winners from the Atlanta Falcons' dominant showing in their second preseason game today.

Falcons – Colts preseason instant recap: Atlanta dominates the day

Well, that went better. Atlanta’s backups dominated Indy’s backups in the first half of this one, with Cooper Rush and Jack Strand dicing them up through the air, Tyler Goodson and Nate Carter...

Game Breakdown: What happened in Falcons' preseason game vs. Indianapolis Colts

The main takeaways, moments and more from Atlanta's second preseason game of the 2026 season.

Matt Ryan put the cherry on top amid Falcons' dominant preseason turnaround

The Atlanta Falcons have looked dominant in preseason Game 2, and Matt Ryan is loving what he's seeing.

Falcons vs. Colts 2026 preseason discussion

This may look like like real football than preseason Week 1, given the absence of starters, but it surely can’t be less enjoyable than the one-sided drubbing the Broncos handed Atlanta at home...

Falcons vs Colts Preseason Watch Party: Falcoholic Live

The Falcons are taking on the Colts today at 1 PM ET in the second week of the 2026 NFL preseason. Follow along with Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic as they discuss the game live and take fan...

3 players bound to lose their jobs in Falcons' second preseason game

These three Atlanta Falcons players are forcing their way off the roster in a flash.

Inside Kevin Stefanski's preseason history and why there's nothing to worry about

To understand the current standing of the Atlanta Falcons, what about head coach Kevin Stefanski’s history in the preseason?

Where to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts

How to catch the Falcons' second preseason game against the Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Tyler Goodson may have already settled the Falcons' RB3 battle

Atlanta Falcons' running back Tyler Goodson has been one of the best performing players of training camp.

Falcons' quarterback conundrum has a crystal clear answer in the long run

The Falcons' quarterback battle is one of the top stories across the NFL. Which signal-caller should Atlanta roll with in 2026?

Friday, August 21, 2026
Falcons journeyman has went from total unknown to roster lock overnight

The Atlanta Falcons are turning a longtime practice squad player into a key part of their linebacker battle.

Falcons need to take full advantage of Drake London’s most important trait

The Atlanta Falcons should lean into Drake London’s ability to win 1 on 1 jump balls.

Falcons can't help but panic over Vita Vea's extension with the Buccaneers

The Atlanta Falcons' hopes of ridding themselves of Vita Vea twice a year are dashed after his extension.

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