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Friday, October 2, 2026
Falcons' latest signing may suggest Josh Woods' future in Atlanta is in danger

The Atlanta Falcons signed a practice squad player who could put Josh Woods out of a job.

No Cinderella Story: The making of Harold Perkins Jr.

From Hurricane Katrina to an ACL injury, the Falcons rookie linebacker arrives hardened and determined, shaped by everything that tried to derail him.

What to know about Falcons – Saints on Monday Night Football

Welcome to Hate Week! Time to start hating. The New Orleans Saints are hanging back at 1-2 with the Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers, just above the woeful 0-3 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the...

Falcons vs. Saints injury report: Divine Deablo, Samson Ebukam limited to start the week

A new week is underway, as the Atlanta Falcons prepare to go on the road and take on their biggest rival, the New Orleans Saints. Usually, Thursday’s practice report is the second of the week,...

Chris Olave isn't the only pass-catcher Falcons have to worry about in Week 4

The Atlanta Falcons will worry about Chris Olave in Week 4, but there's another Saints weapon to focus on.

Falcons legend Jeff Van Note has died

Atlanta Falcons fans who endured the first two decades of this franchise’s existence were only occasionally rewarded with winning seasons, much less greatness. As has been the case for the Falcons...

Atlanta mourns the loss of Falcons legend Jeff Van Note

For 18 seasons, Van Note anchored the Falcons offensive line. He was inducted into the organization's Ring of Honor in 2006.

Falcons are clear winners of the Gervon Dexter trade after monster extension

By acquiring and extending Gervon Dexter, the Atlanta Falcons made one of their best moves of the offseason.

Michael Penix Jr.'s return is helping the Falcons truly unlock Drake London

Drake London and Michael Penix Jr.'s connection is revealing just how elite the Atlanta Falcons' WR1 truly is.

Thursday, October 1, 2026
Where to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints

All the information you need to watch, stream or listen to the Falcons vs. Saints game on Monday night.

Falcons injury report: Samson Ebukam returns to practice as Week 4 prep begins

Ebukam missed Week 3's prime-time game with a hamstring injury.

Falcons' Cameron Thomas has performed beyond anyone's wildest expectations

Cameron Thomas has quietly been one of the best defenders on the Atlanta Falcons in 2026.

Atlanta Falcons partner with Good Sports to increase youth sports equity across Georgia

During this year’s Hometown Huddle, presented by American Family Insurance, Falcons players filled 180 boxes with brand-new sports equipment to assist the Georgia Recreation and Park Association.

Falcons' elite pass-rush sent Packers scrambling for answers in the trenches

The Atlanta Falcons sent pressure on Jordan Love all night and the Packers' offensive line couldn't handle it.

Our first month with an app broke our commenting records

A month ago we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. Quite a few of you have downloaded it over the past month and...

Falcons' Week 4 matchup with Saints will be the ultimate test for C.J. Henderson

The Atlanta Falcons are asking a lot of C.J. Henderson in Week 4 against the Saints on primetime.

Falcons' Gervon Dexter extension complicated the Brandon Dorlus discussion

Will the Atlanta Falcons re-sign Brandon Dorlus after backing up the brinks truck to extend Gervon Dexter?

Wise beyond his years: Zachariah Branch is ready for it all in Atlanta

When the Falcons selected Zachariah Branch with the 79th pick in the third round, it was a fantastic fit for both the franchise and him. Branch was coming off a terrific season at Georgia, where...

Kevin Stefanski's main coaching philosophy with Falcons is already paying off

The Atlanta Falcons are getting reminded that bringing in a new regime was a needed decision.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Falcons make Gervon Dexter a cornerstone with monster extension

Atlanta wasted little time making a massive commitment to Gervon Dexter Sr., handing the rising defensive tackle a $78 million extension after his impressive start with the Falcons.

Falcons sign DT Dexter to 4-year deal with $46.5M guaranteed

The Falcons signed Gervon Dexter Sr. to a four-year, $78 million contract extension, sources told ESPN.

Falcons sign Gervon Dexter to 4 year, $78 million deal

The Atlanta Falcons traded for Gervon Dexter thinking he could be a force in their defensive front. Dexter was an on-again, off-again presence in the Chicago Bears defense, one who was...

Falcons addressed Gervon Dexter's contract situation before it became an issue

The Atlanta Falcons responded to Gervon Dexter's contract year by offering him a lucrative extension.

Falcons, DT Gervon Dexter Sr. agree to terms on four-year contract extension

Back in August, Atlanta sent DB Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Chicago Bears to acquire Dexter.

Are the Falcons the best team in the NFC South? ft. Aaron Freeman: Falcoholic Live, Ep391

After a dominant Week 3 victory thanks to the return of Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons find themselves once again tied for first in the beleaguered NFC South. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are...

Harold Perkins Jr. and Kendal Daniels have offered Falcons a linebacker dilemma

The Atlanta Falcons are unsure of which of their two prized rookie linebackers they should be starting.

Bijan Robinson earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week for dominance vs. Packers

In news that should surprise absolutely no one, Bijan Robinson has earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors for absolutely going off against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football...

Bijan Robinson named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

Through the first three weeks, Robinson leads the league with 467 scrimmage yards, a good start for the man who led the NFL in that very category last season

Falcons' rebuilt pass-rush confirms Jeff Ulbrich deserves head coaching buzz

The Atlanta Falcons have a gem of a defensive coordinator, but he may not be here for much longer.

Falcons sign LB Brian Asamoah

With Atlanta’s special teams off to a forgettable start to the 2026 season, they’ve added a veteran linebacker to hopefully help their coverage and return units. That would be former Viking and...

Bijan Robinson has an opportunity to make Kaden Elliss regret leaving the Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons don't regret letting Kaden Elliss go, but Bijan Robinson will make him regret leaving.

Zachariah Branch is all-in on Falcons offense with Michael Penix Jr. at QB

Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch seems optimistic when discussing the offense with Michael Penix Jr. at the helm.

Falcons' defense will stop the Tyler Shough hype train in its tracks on Monday

Tyler Shough is one player the Atlanta Falcons' defense has consistently had an answer for.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Tracking the NFC South: Falcons gain ground on division with win vs. Packers

Atlanta was the only team in the NFC South to secure a victory in Week 3.

Falcons hope is kindled after Week 3 victory: Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon

The Falcons received a spark of life with the return of Michael Penix Jr., upsetting the Packers in Week 3 and rekindling the hope of the fanbase. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz discuss the...

Atlanta Falcons Week 4 depth chart vs. New Orleans Saints

The Falcons will travel to New Orleans to face their NFC South foe on Monday Night Football.

Tua on Falcons QB 2 role: 'This is the job description right now'

Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa says he's not 100% recovered from his oblique injury but is embracing his role as backup to Michael Penix Jr.

Falcons vs. Saints: Let’s #TailgateTogether, because some things are bigger than football

Some things are bigger than football. Even during Hate Week. As we look toward to the Falcons’ next game, Monday Night Football against the Saints in Week 4, I want to raise awareness of a...

Maason Smith is already validating the Falcons' Ruke Orhorhoro trade

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Maason Smith has shown why the front office traded for him this offseason. 

Week 4 NFL Power Rankings Roundup: Falcons on the rise after prime-time win

Bills, 49ers and Chiefs hold firm at the top.

Falcons won't have trouble slowing down Saints' run game without Travis Etienne

The Atlanta Falcons are facing a Saints' team that's going to be without their best RB Travis Etienne.

Former Falcons DE Matt Judon has another chance to get it right with Raheem Morris

Former Atlanta Falcons DE Matt Judon and Raheem Morris are working together for a second time.

Falcons can't seem to escape the ever-frustrating Kyle Pitts rollercoaster

The Atlanta Falcons are once again at the lowest point of the Kyle Pitts cycle.

It’s all up to Michael Penix Jr. now

Opportunities in the NFL rarely are clean and easy. Jalen Hurts needed Carson Wentz to get hurt to get his shot at being the Eagles’ franchise quarterback, and had to be terrific to seize ahold of...

Falcons rookie stock report: Harold Perkins Jr. is making up ground

The Atlanta Falcons saw four of their rookies take the field in Week 3, but how did they fare in Green Bay?

Monday, September 28, 2026
Falcons snap counts from a Week 3 beatdown of the Packers

Hello everybody! Hopefully you had a relaxing weekend with that Falcons win on Thursday night. I took a little time myself, so now I’m rolling out the snap counts a bit late. Here they are, plus...

NFC South Week 3 Review: No clear winner in sight

The NFC South is the only division in the NFL without a home win. The division is 0-5 at home after 3 weeks. It was an ugly week for the division; Atlanta’s Thursday night win was the only success...

Klint Kubiak's hot start with Raiders doesn't change Kevin Stefanski's Falcons fate

The Atlanta Falcons always needed a head coach like Kevin Stefanski over an innovator like Klint Kubiak.

Tommy Rees unlocked Michael Penix Jr. in a way Zac Robinson never could

The Atlanta Falcons finally found the right play-caller to unlock Michael Penix Jr.'s potential.

Billy Bowman Jr. came back at the perfect time for depleted Falcons' secondary

Billy Bowman Jr. made his return when the depleted Atlanta Falcons' secondary needed him most.

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