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Falcons | Justin Shaffer let go Thu Mar 28, 04:30 PM
Atlanta Falcons OG Justin Shaffer was released Thursday, March 28.
Link to storyFalcons | ATL had interest in Danielle Hunter Sun Mar 24, 10:56 AM
The Atlanta Falcons had reportedly expressed interest in former Minnesota Vikings LB Danielle Hunter before he ultimately signed with the Houston Texans in free agency.
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Falcons | ATL had interest in Christian Wilkins Sun Mar 24, 10:48 AM
The Atlanta Falcons had reportedly expressed interest in former Miami Dolphins DT Christian Wilkins before he ultimately signed with the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency.
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Falcons | Kentavius Street back in Atlanta Mon Mar 18, 03:53 PM
Free-agent DT Kentavius Street (Falcons) is re-signing with the Atlanta Falcons on an undisclosed deal, according to sources Monday, March 18.
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Falcons | KhaDarel Hodge contract details Fri Mar 15, 08:16 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge's contract is a one-year, $1.292 million deal with a $167,500 signing bonus.
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney officially under contract Fri Mar 15, 05:56 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Darnell Mooney (Bears) officially signed with the Atlanta Falcons Friday, March 15. Terms of the contract were not disclosed, but an earlier report stated it is a three-year contract worth as much as $39 million.
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Falcons | Atlanta adds Ray-Ray McCloud to WR room Thu Mar 14, 03:36 PM
Free-agent WR Ray-Ray McCloud (49ers) reportedly agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth up to $6 million with the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday, March 14.
Link to storyFalcons | Atlanta bolsters offense with Rondale Moore Thu Mar 14, 01:33 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Rondale Moore was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for QB Desmond Ridder on Thursday, March 14.
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Falcons | Desmond Ridder likely to be dealt Thu Mar 14, 12:54 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder is expected to be traded, according to sources Thursday, March 14.
Link to storyFalcons | NFL looking into potential Kirk Cousins tampering Thu Mar 14, 12:23 PM
THe NFL is looking into potential tampering by the Atlanta Falcons related to the signing of free-agent QB Kirk Cousins, according to sources Thursday, March 14.
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Falcons | KhaDarel Hodge back with Atlanta Thu Mar 14, 11:57 AM
Free-agent WR KhaDarel Hodge (Falcons) is re-signing with the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources Thursday, March 14. Also, free-agent OT Storm Norton (Falcons) re-signed with the team. Financial terms of both deals were not immediately released.
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins targets summer for return Wed Mar 13, 11:10 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins (Achilles) said Wednesday, March 13, that his recovery from an Achilles' rupture is progressing well, and he is 'optimistic to be full speed at practice' before the team breaks for summer in a couple of months, and his goal is to retire as a member of the organization.
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Falcons | Atlanta officially signs Kirk Cousins Wed Mar 13, 07:11 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent QB Kirk Cousins (Vikings) officially signed with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, March 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed, but an earlier report stated that it is a four-year contract worth $180 million.
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Falcons | Charlie Woerner officially signed Wed Mar 13, 06:36 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent TE Charlie Woerner (49ers) officially signed with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, March 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed, but an earlier report stated it is a three-year contract worth $12 million.
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Falcons | Siran Neal to meet with ATL Tue Mar 12, 05:03 PM
Free-agent S Siran Neal (Bills) is scheduled to meet with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, March 13, a source told NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe.
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney to Falcons Tue Mar 12, 11:57 AM
Free-agent WR Darnell Mooney (Bears) agreed to a three-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons Tuesday, March 12, worth up to $39 million. The deal includes $26 million fully guaranteed.
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Falcons | Charlie Woerner heading to Atlanta Mon Mar 11, 03:28 PM
Impending free agent TE Charlie Woerner (49ers) agreed to a three-year deal worth $12 million with the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources Monday, March 11.
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins gets $100M guaranteed Mon Mar 11, 02:51 PM
Updating a previous report, impending free agent QB Kirk Cousins (Vikings) agreed to a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons worth $180 million, including $100 million guaranteed.
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins lands in Atlanta Mon Mar 11, 02:30 PM
Impending free agent QB Kirk Cousins (Vikings) agreed to a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources Monday, March 11. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins to begin talking to Atlanta Mon Mar 11, 11:10 AM
Minnesota Vikings impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins will hit the open market and begin speaking to the Atlanta Falcons when the tampering window opens Monday, March 11.
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Falcons | Nathan Landman staying with Falcons Wed Mar 6, 04:14 PM
Atlanta Falcons LB Nathan Landman signed a new contract with the Falcons Wednesday, March 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyFalcons | Kirk Cousins to ATL chances growing Tue Mar 5, 10:08 AM
Minnesota Vikings impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins is seriously considering moving his family to Atlanta, which would be an indication that he's intending to sign with the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources. His wife, Julie, grew up in nearby Alpharetta, Ga., and her parents still live there.
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Falcons | Ryan Neuzil staying with Falcons Sun Mar 3, 04:29 PM
Atlanta Falcons OG Ryan Neuzil agreed to terms on a new one-year contract with the Falcons Sunday, March 3, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyFalcons | Falcons expected to pursue Baker Mayfield Sat Mar 2, 01:08 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield is expected to be a target of the Atlanta Falcons in free agency if the team can't acquire Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields in a trade, per sources on Saturday, March 2.
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Falcons | ATL close to Justin Fields trade Sat Mar 2, 01:03 PM
The Atlanta Falcons are close to finalizing a trade to acquire Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields, per sources on Saturday, March 2. It remains unclear if the deal will be finalized or announced before the end of the combine, though.
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Falcons | Atlanta reportedly interested in Kirk Cousins Sat Mar 2, 11:14 AM
The Atlanta Falcons are making the acquisition of Minnesota Vikings impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins this offseason a priority, according to WSB-TV reporter Zach Klein, who made an appearance on the 'Dukes & Bell' radio show on 92.9 The Game. '(Falcons owner) Arthur Blank has basically told his front office staff, 'Do what you got to do, pay what you got to pay, get it done,'' Klein said. 'Everybody that I've talked to, agents, other coaches and scouts, guys around the league, that's the feeling and that's what they are hearing. The Falcons are putting all their attention on Cousins.'
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Falcons | Atlanta gets to know Spencer Rattler better at combine Fri Mar 1, 02:36 PM
University of South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler told reporters he had 'a really good meeting with the (Atlanta) Falcons' during his podium session at the 2004 NFL Scouting Combine on Friday, March 1.
Link to storyFalcons | ATL a Baker Mayfield dark horse? Fri Mar 1, 10:52 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield could have the Atlanta Falcons as a dark horse option to sign him.
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Falcons | Atlanta to talk with Jayden Daniels Wed Feb 28, 07:03 PM
Louisiana State QB Jayden Daniels is scheduled to meet with the Atlanta Falcons at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyFalcons | Jonnu Smith let go Tue Feb 27, 03:01 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Jonnu Smith was released on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
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Falcons | Atlanta remains high on Kyle Pitts Tue Feb 27, 01:50 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts 'fought through' his lingering knee injury in 2023 and is healthy entering the offseason, according to general manager Terry Fontenot, who told reporters he is excited about Pitts having a 'great year' in 2024.
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Falcons | Desmond Ridder not blitzed much Tue Feb 27, 12:50 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder was blitzed on only 90 of his drop backs this past season.
Footballguys view: Ridder was not blitzed, yet he still performed poorly. The Falcons are going to upgrade their quarterback position this offseason, so Ridder will have to prove himself as a backup. He might not get another chance to be a regular starter in the league. |
Falcons | Liam McCullough signs new deal Fri Feb 23, 04:06 PM
Atlanta Falcons LS Liam McCullough signed a new contract with the Falcons Friday, Feb. 23. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyFalcons | Bijan Robinson has lofty goal Thu Feb 22, 10:20 AM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson said he wants to reach 2,000 yards rushing in 2024. Robinson had 408 yards after contact (14th) and 15 broken tackles (tied for 15th). He also had more yards after the catch (519) than receiving yards (487) in his rookie season.
Link to storyFalcons | Kyle Pitts to be used as blocker more Wed Feb 21, 09:18 AM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts is expected to be used as a blocker more by the new coaching staff. 'We're not oblivious (to what he brings) from a receiving standpoint, so there are a lot of things that you can do to be creative and use his skill set in the pass game,' tight ends coach Kevin Koger said. 'But with him and the way we're going to run the ball and the athleticism he does have, there are a lot of things he can do in the run game to help us out to win football games. You'll see him all over the field, not just out wide but also in the box.'
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Falcons | All QB options on the table for Atlanta Sat Feb 17, 11:30 AM
The Atlanta Falcons are in the process of deciding whether to bring back QBs Taylor Heinicke and Desmond Ridder next season or bring in a new quarterback via draft, free agency or trade. Meanwhile, last season's third-string quarterback, Logan Woodside, is a restricted free agent. Head coach Raheem Morris and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson have said that all options are on the table in the search for a starter and that they are open to considering both pocket passers and more mobile players.
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Falcons | Desmond Ridder a trade candidate? Mon Feb 12, 02:19 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder could be a trade candidate whenever the team acquires a new quarterback, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network on Monday, Feb. 12. 'Once they acquire a new QB, potentially trading Ridder would be an option, as well. It might be a situation where a fresh start works for all parties,' Rapoport said.
Footballguys view: We can't imagine too many teams lined up to trade for Ridder - even in this quarterback-desperate league. We could be wrong, but Ridder's play doesn't exactly inspire confidence. Perhaps someone is willing to throw a late-round pick at the Falcons with the idea that Ridder could compete for a starting job. |
Falcons | D.J. Williams joins Atlanta staff Fri Feb 9, 12:01 PM
New Orleans Saints offensive assistant coach D.J. Williams is joining the Atlanta Falcons staff as assistant quarterbacks coach, according to sources Friday, Feb. 9.
Link to storyFalcons | Atlanta hires six assistant coaches Sun Feb 4, 09:19 AM
The Atlanta Falcons hired Tim Berbenich as pass game specialist/game management, K.J. Black as an offensive assistant, Justin Hood as secondary coach, Lance Schulters and John Timu as defensive assistants and Ken Zampese as a senior offensive assistant.
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Falcons | Atlanta makes additions to staff Fri Feb 2, 05:04 PM
Former Nebraska inside linebackers coach Barrett Ruud has been hired by the Atlanta Falcons as their new inside linebackers coach. The team also hired Los Angeles Rams offensive assistant Nick Jones as their new assistant offensive line coach and Los Angeles Chargers offensive quality control coach Chandler Whitmer as a pass rush specialist.
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Falcons | Kevin Koger joining coaching staff Thu Feb 1, 04:38 PM
Los Angeles Chargers tight ends coach Kevin Koger is being hired by the Atlanta Falcons as their new tight ends coach, according to a source.
Link to storyFalcons | Ike Hilliard hired by Falcons Thu Feb 1, 09:32 AM
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers coach Ike Hilliard was hired by the Atlanta Falcons as wide receivers coach Thursday, Feb. 1.
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Falcons | Jay Rodgers joins staff Wed Jan 31, 04:04 PM
Former Los Angeles Chargers defensive line coach Jay Rodgers has been hired by the Atlanta Falcons as their new defensive line coach.
Link to storyFalcons | Jerry Gray sticking around Wed Jan 31, 12:57 PM
Atlanta Falcons assistant head coach/defense Jerry Gray agreed to an undisclosed contract extension Wednesday, Jan. 31, and he'll remain on head coach Raheem Morris' staff.
Footballguys view: Gray will be a valuable resource on Morris' staff in Atlanta. If this team can get a quarterback, then watch out - especially in that division. The Falcons could compete for a postseason run if they find the right passer. |
Falcons | Jimmy Lake named defensive coordinator Mon Jan 29, 07:24 PM
Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach Jimmy Lake was hired by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Jan. 29, as their new defensive coordinator.
Link to storyFalcons | Atlanta hires Zac Robinson Sun Jan 28, 10:28 AM
Los Angeles Rams pass-game coordinator Zac Robinson is being hired as offensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources Saturday, Jan. 27.
Footballguys view: This is what's called a win-win situation. Robinson is on the fast track to be a head coach, and he might be one sooner than some think. For now, he gets to take over an offense that features a ton of weapons like WR Drake London, TE Kyle Pitts, RBs Bijan Robinson, and Tyler Allgeier. If the Falcons can land the right quarterback, Robinson should be quite successful with this promotion. |
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Falcons | Raheem Morris contract length revealed Sat Jan 27, 03:18 PM
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris' contract is for five years, per ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday, Jan. 27. The financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyFalcons | Kyle Pitts stretched the field Fri Jan 26, 05:15 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts' 12.6 yards per reception in 2023 ranked second among tight ends with at least 50 targets.
Footballguys view: Pitts was a losing proposition in fantasy drafts as a sixth round pick in 2023, and he'll be even cheaper in 2024. We'll see what the Falcons do about their offensive coordinator and quarterback before taking a stand on Pitts, but if he falls to the 10th round or later, he'll be tough to pass on. |
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Falcons | Atlanta officially hires Raheem Morris Fri Jan 26, 03:47 PM
Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris was officially hired by the Atlanta Falcons Thursday, Jan. 25, to be their new head coach.
Footballguys view: Morris was the head coach of the Josh Freeman-led Bucs from 2009-11, succeeding Jon Gruden, but won four or fewer games in two of three seasons before getting fired. He was also Falcons assistant head coach under Dan Quinn from 2015-19, and interim head coach in 2020 after Quinn was fired, so owner Arthur Blank knows exactly what he is getting in Morris. Most recently, Morris managed the Rams defense well as defensive coordinator through many personnel transitions following their 2021 Super Bowl victory, which is one of two winning Super Bowl staffs he has been part of. For a bit it appeared that there was momentum behind Bill Belichick landing here, but the Falcons opted for Morris in the end, which should help an already good defense get even better. We'll be watching to see who the offensive coordinator is and what the plans are at quarterback. |
Falcons | Zach Harrison found his footing late in year Thu Jan 25, 11:49 PM
Atlanta Falcons DE Zach Harrison recorded all three of his sacks in the final three games of 2023, and he had four tackles for loss in that stretch.
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