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Report: Falcons to open 2024 season at home against Steelers

The Falcons’ schedule doesn’t officially release for another 24 hours or so, but it seems we know at least one game, and it just so happens to be the first one.

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Kirk Cousins takes field with Falcons, moving past injury, draft shocker

Healing from a season-ending injury and Achilles surgery, Kirk Cousins has lost interest in the draft night conversation centered around the Falcons selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / 2 hours ago

Kirk Cousins comments on Falcons tampering case

The Falcons and Kirk Cousins tampering saga reached a climax right before the draft when some pundits suggested it could have an impact on the Falcons 8th overall pick.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Does Kirk Cousins regret joining Falcons after draft decision?

Does Kirk Cousins regret joining Falcons after Michael Penix Jr. draft decision?

On Tuesday, Kirk Cousins addressed the Falcons' startling decision to draft Michael Penix Jr.

Former Packers executive addresses Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

Kirk Cousins not angry with Falcons because winning is 'hard enough'

Even Adam Schefter can’t resist joking about the Falcons

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NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / 2 hours ago

Expert, who predicted Michael Penix pick, is hearing Falcons-Steelers opener

There weren’t many NFL pundits that said the Falcons could pick Michael Penix, and there was only one, to my knowledge, that predicted the pick. Brian Baldinger did.

Bijan Robinson News / 5 GOATs / 9 minutes ago

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson misses OTAs with ankle injury

Keep in mind, it’s only May with plenty of time to heal. But Falcons running back Bijan Robinson missed practice on Tuesday because of an ankle injury.

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Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / 1 hour ago

Falcons' Kirk Cousins addresses Michael Penix Jr. draft pick

The draft selection came after the team signed Cousins to a contract that included $100M in practical guarantees.

Kirk Cousins not angry with Falcons because winning is 'hard enough'

Former Packers executive addresses Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

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Kirk Cousins News / Gridiron Heroics / 6 minutes ago

Kirk Cousins Has Strong 5-Word Message for Atlanta Falcons After Michael Penix Pick

The Atlanta Falcons’ selection of Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick shocked the NFL world, including Kirk Cousins, who the Falcons signed early in free agency.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Kirk Cousins News / Larry Brown Sports / 1 hour ago

Kirk Cousins has telling response to Falcons’ draft decision

Cousins spoke to the media during OTAs on Tuesday and was asked about the team’s decision to select quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick.

Kirk Cousins not angry with Falcons because winning is 'hard enough'

Former Packers executive addresses Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

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Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / 50 minutes ago

Would Kirk Cousins have signed with Falcons knowing plans to draft QB?

The Falcons shocked everyone in the NFL world, from players to fans to owners to pundits, when they drafted Michael Penix, including their newly signed $180 million quarterback in Kirk Cousins.

Calais Campbell News / NFL Analysis Network / 1 hour ago

Detroit Lions Urged To Pursue Former All-Pro Pass Rusher

The Detroit Lions are in need of some pass-rushing assistance alongside of Aidan Hutchinson. The Lions did sign defensive end Marcus Davenport in free agency, so that should definitely help, but you get the feeling that Detroit needs another guy in the trenches.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago

A couple of key starters out with injuries to start Falcons OTAs

Falcons OTAs are underway at Flowery Branch, with the veterans joining the rookies, who just completed rookie minicamp. However, not all of the key faces will take part in the first phase of offseason activities.

Ruke Orhorhoro News / Pro Football Rumors / 12 hours ago

Falcons sign second-round DT Ruke Orhorhoro

The Falcons continue to add to the number of 2024 draftees on the books.

Falcons sign former 49ers tight end

Michael Penix talks Kirk Cousins at Falcons camp

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Ross Dwelley News / Gridiron Heroics / 14 hours ago

Second former San Francisco 49ers TE signs with Atlanta Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers watched as another free agent tight end from their NFC Championship squad left for the Atlanta Falcons on Monday afternoon. The Falcons continue to add to their pass-catching core as they invest in Kirk Cousins for the upcoming season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Total Apex Sports / 3 minutes ago