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Falcons | Ray-Ray McCloud leaves early Wed Aug 20, 05:09 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Ray-Ray McCloud (undisclosed) left practice early Wednesday, Aug. 20, after suffering a possible injury.
Link to story Falcons | Storm Norton out 6-8 weeks Wed Aug 20, 02:21 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Storm Norton (ankle) underwent ankle surgery Tuesday, Aug. 19, and is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks, according to a source.
Link to story Falcons | Kaleb McGary carted off Wed Aug 20, 01:23 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Kaleb McGary (leg) was carted off the field after suffering a lower leg injury during practice Wednesday, Aug. 20. He is scheduled to undergo an MRI on the leg.
Link to story Falcons | Emory Jones clears waivers Wed Aug 20, 12:25 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Emory Jones (concussion) cleared waivers and reverted to the team's Reserve/Injured list on Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Link to story Falcons | Carlos Washington to sit out this week Mon Aug 18, 09:47 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Carlos Washington Jr. (undisclosed) is not expected to practice this week because of an injury, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
Link to story Falcons | Two receivers miss practice Mon Aug 18, 07:47 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Ray-Ray McCloud (undisclosed) and WR KhaDarel Hodge (undisclosed) did not participate in practice Monday, Aug. 18.
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Falcons | Ben DiNucci joins Falcons Mon Aug 18, 11:28 AM
Free-agent QB Ben DiNucci (Saints) signed an undisclosed deal with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 18. QB Emory Jones (concussion) was waived/injured.
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Falcons | DJ Chark released Mon Aug 18, 11:00 AM
Atlanta Falcons WR DJ Chark Jr. was released Monday, Aug. 18.
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Falcons | Jalon Walker close to returning Sat Aug 16, 12:20 PM
Atlanta Falcons DE Jalon Walker (groin) sustained a groin injury during practice Wednesday, Aug. 13, and did not play in the preseason game versus the Tennessee Titans Friday, Aug. 15. He should return to action next week, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
Link to story Falcons | Casey Washington has secured a spot Fri Aug 15, 11:48 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Casey Washington is 'a lock' to make the 53-man roster, according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN.
Link to story Falcons | David Sills locked in to roster spot? Fri Aug 15, 11:14 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR David Sills had two catches for 14 yards on the first series of the preseason game against the Tennessee Titans Friday, Aug. 15, and was removed from the game, and ESPN's Marc Raimondi believes Sills is a lock to make the 53-man roster.
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins returning to form Fri Aug 15, 08:59 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins is fully healthy and has been impressive during training camp, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.
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Falcons | CJ Henderson headed to Falcons Thu Aug 14, 10:36 AM
Free-agent CB CJ Henderson (Steelers) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Atlanta Falcons Thursday, Aug. 14, pending a physical.
Link to story Falcons | Two receivers stepping up Wed Aug 13, 06:11 PM
Atlanta Falcons Casey Washington and WR David Sills have stepped up while WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder) has been sidelined, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
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Falcons | No timetable for Darnell Mooney Tue Aug 12, 03:53 PM
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said he is happy about the medical reports he is receiving on WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder) but does not know when Mooney will be able to return to the field.
| Footballguys view: Expectations immediately after Mooney's injury were that he could be back for the season opener. But as we get closer to kickoff, he's still recovering. Casey Washington has been filling in for Mooney in camp, and might warrant some early-season flex consideration if Mooney has to miss an extended period of time. |
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Falcons | Jamal Agnew to sit out this week Tue Aug 12, 01:19 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Jamal Agnew (undisclosed) will not participate in practice this week but is expected back in the near future, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
Link to story Falcons | No Michael Penix Friday Tue Aug 12, 01:14 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. will not play in the preseason game Friday, Aug. 15, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
Link to story Falcons | No practice for Jamal Agnew` Mon Aug 11, 09:01 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Jamal Agnew (undisclosed) did not participate in practice Monday, Aug. 11.
Link to story Falcons | Bijan Robinson sees time as returner Mon Aug 11, 08:35 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson worked as a punt returner during practice Monday, Aug. 11, but is not expected to handle that role during the regular season.
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Falcons | Ronnie Harrison signed Sun Aug 10, 11:11 AM
The Atlanta Falcons signed free-agent S Ronnie Harrison (Colts) Saturday, Aug. 9.
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Falcons | Dylan Drummond totals eight receptions Fri Aug 8, 11:09 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Dylan Drummond registered eight receptions for 63 yards on eight targets in the preseason opener Friday, Aug. 8 against the Detroit Lions. He is simply making his case for a roster spot behind the likes of WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney, Ray-Ray McCloud III, KhaDarel Hodge and others.
Link to story Falcons | Emory Jones efficient in Friday's game Fri Aug 8, 11:02 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Emory Jones completed 4-of-5 passes for 49 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions in the preseason opener Friday, Aug. 8 against the Detroit Lions. He is battling QB Easton Stick for the No. 3 job behind QBs Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. Jones did have a fumble, but the team was able to recover.
Link to story Falcons | Easton Stick sharp in Friday's game Fri Aug 8, 11:00 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Easton Stick completed 15-of-18 passes for 149 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in the preseason opener against the Detroit Lions Friday, Aug. 8. He is battling QB Emory Jones for the No. 3 job behind QBs Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney several weeks away Mon Aug 4, 08:04 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder) is several weeks away from returning to the field, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
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Falcons | Kaleb McGary receives extension Mon Aug 4, 01:42 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Kaleb McGary agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with the Falcons Monday, Aug. 4, worth $30 million, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.
Link to story Falcons | Top two QBs to skip preseason game Mon Aug 4, 01:04 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. and QB Kirk Cousins will not play in the preseason game Friday, Aug. 8, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
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Falcons | Michael Penix has rough outing Friday Fri Aug 1, 03:54 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. completed only eight of his 21 pass attempts in team drills during practice Friday, Aug. 1.
Link to story Falcons | Makai Polk let go Thu Jul 31, 01:03 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Makai Polk was released Thursday, July 31.
Link to story Falcons | Jordan Whitehead visits Falcons Wed Jul 30, 10:48 AM
Free-agent S Jordan Whitehead (Buccaneers) visited the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, July 30. Whitehead, who injured his neck in a January car accident, recently received full medical clearance.
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Falcons | DJ Chark working with second team Tue Jul 29, 08:43 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR DJ Chark Jr. received his first reps with the second-team offense in practice Tuesday, July 29.
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney uncertain for opener Tue Jul 29, 03:13 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney's (shoulder) availability for the start of the regular season is uncertain at this point, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
| Footballguys view: Mooney was diagnosed with a shoulder sprain. His absence should open up opportunity for Ray-Ray McCloud to get more snaps and potentially carve out a Week 1 role. Mooney looked great as the team's secondary option last year, though, and should regain that role as soon as he can return. |
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney to miss most of camp Sat Jul 26, 02:59 PM
Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder) suffered a shoulder injury during practice Friday, July 25, and is expected to miss most of training camp, according to league sources.
| Footballguys view: We shouldn't move Mooney down too far on our boards in light of this, but he belongs at the bottom of his tier. Shoulder injuries can recur in-season, especially in deep threats that have to leave their feet to attempt to make downfield catches in most games. DJ Chark was signed yesterday, but KhaDarel Hodge will get the first shot at first team reps in place of Mooney. |
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Falcons | KhaDarel Hodge works with starters Sat Jul 26, 11:20 AM
Atlanta Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge worked out with the first-team offense during practice Saturday, July 26, in place of injured WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder).
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Falcons | Ife Adeyi works out for ATL Fri Jul 25, 05:49 PM
Free-agent Ife Adeyi (Eagles) recently worked out for the Atlanta Falcons.
Link to story Falcons | DJ Chark joining Falcons Fri Jul 25, 04:41 PM
Free-agent WR DJ Chark Jr. (Chargers) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons Friday, July 25. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Falcons | Atlanta meets with DJ Chark Fri Jul 25, 04:35 PM
Free-agent WR DJ Chark Jr. (Chargers) met with the Atlanta Falcons Friday, July 25.
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Falcons | Darnell Mooney leaves early Fri Jul 25, 09:33 AM
Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney (undisclosed) left practice Thursday, July 24, after suffering an undisclosed injury.
| Footballguys view: He was attempting to make a diving catch when he suffered the injury. We're waiting for an update and keeping our fingered crossed that it's not a broken collarbone or separated/dislocated shoulder. The Falcons have a thin wide receiver depth chart and probably can't afford to lose Mooney for an extended time. |
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Falcons | Kyle Pitts cleared Thu Jul 24, 10:02 AM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts (foot) was cleared for the beginning of training camp, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
| Footballguys view: Pitts missed time in the offseason with this foot injury. He's cleared now and doing some work with the wide receivers in practice according to reports. Fantasy GMs are over the potential of Pitts, but some still can trust him as a TE2 with upside. |
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Falcons | Important camp for Michael Penix Jr. Tue Jul 22, 01:07 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. finished 29th in the NFL in completion percentage during his stint as a starter late last year, and the team's coaches put much of the blame on 'unfamiliarity' with his receivers, according to Josh Kendall of The Athletic. Kendall writes that the issue 'should have been addressed' during OTAs and minicamp, noting that if the 'connection looks strong' it's a 'good sign' for the offense, and if not, it would be a 'red flag.'
| Footballguys view: Kendall acknowledged that Penix was impressive in spots in the three games he started in 2024, and Footballguy Matt Waldman believes Penix has the tools to become a top-15 starter this year. Whether he can advance this quickly is the big question. Atlanta has the offensive line and ground game to play balanced football. According to Waldman, if there's a quarterback who could become a fantasy starter that's worth waiting for as your QB2 at the end of drafts, Penix is one of the top candidates. He's currently being drafted as QB23 in Round 13. |
Falcons | Pitts appears to be healthy for open of camp Sun Jul 20, 05:49 PM
Atlanta Journal-Constitution Falcons beat writer D.Orlando Ledbetter reports that TE Kyle Pitts appears to be ready for training camp after missing minicamp and other offseason activities with a foot injury. The source was a social media post by Pitts.
| Footballguys view: This feels more like eliminating a reason for pessimism about Pitts than a reason for optimism. If we start to hear about developing chemistry between him and new starting quarterback Michael Penix, then our ears will perk up. Pitts has never been cheaper than his current Footballguys consensus ADP of TE17 and 143 overall, but he wasn't even worth that last year. He fits in a plan of waiting at tight end and throwing multiple darts at upside plays including Dalton Kincaid, Colston Loveland, Tucker Kraft, Isaiah Likely, and Tyler Warren |
Falcons | Nick Nash could struggle to make final roster Thu Jul 10, 02:39 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Nick Nash could be on the outside looking in when final cuts are announced later this summer since the Falcons appear to be in 'a pretty good spot in regards to their receiver room,' according to Tori McElhaney of the team's website.
| Footballguys view: A converted quarterback at San Jose State, Nash was almost exclusively a slot receiver for San Jose State. The Falcons added him as a UDFA, and he's a long shot to make the 53-man roster. However, his size/nose for the end zone combination coupled with his high football intelligence means a spot on the practice squad could be in his future. In crazy deep dynasty formats, we'll monitor Nash's career. |
Falcons | Kirk Cousins felt misled Tue Jul 8, 10:20 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins said he felt a little 'misled' when the Falcons took QB Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, in the first episode of Netflix's 'Quarterback.' Cousins said he was aware the Falcons might draft a quarterback, but definitely not that high. He wasn't informed about the Penix pick until a phone call by offensive coordinator Zac Robinson while Atlanta was on the clock. 'Certainly, if I had the information around free agency, it certainly would've affected my decision,' Cousins said on the first episode of the season. 'I had no reason to leave Minnesota with how much we loved it there if both teams are going to be drafting a quarterback high. But I've also learned in 12 years in this league that you're not entitled to anything. It's all about being able to earn your spot and prove yourself.'
| Footballguys view: Cousins led the Falcons to a 6-3 start last season before taking a hard hit to his right arm in Week 10. The Falcons' season took a sharp downward turn beginning with that game. They eventually benched Cousins in Week 16. Penix took over and played solidly, though the team went 1-2 in those games and missed the playoffs. For now, Cousins will serve as the backup to Penix. But Atlanta would surely listen to trade offers if they're out there, with the hope that a team is willing to take on a chunk of his guaranteed $27.5Â million salary. |
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Falcons | Michael Penix says Kirk Cousins supportive Sun Jun 29, 02:36 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. said Kirk Cousins has been supportive of him since he entered the NFL and that has not changed since he has taken over as the starter.
Link to story Falcons | Kyle Pitts missing workouts Mon Jun 23, 09:11 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts (leg) will not work out with other NFL tight ends this week at Tight End University.
| Footballguys view: Injuries have been a constant theme of Pitts' career so far. He was reported to have missed May OTAs with a muscle strain. There's no confirmation that this is the same injury, or even related. But fantasy managers would like to see some positive reports out of camp before drafting him this year. |
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Falcons | Tyler Allgeier used mostly in second half Sun Jun 22, 02:16 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Tyler Allgeier posted 410 yards of his 644 rushing yards during the second half of games last season.
| Footballguys view: When the Falcons want to run out the clock, they turn the keys over to Allgeier, their battering ram of a back. After rushing for 1,035 yards as a rookie, he's taken a backseat to Bijan Robinson since. But playing in a relatively soft division, Michael Penix Jr. hopes to elevate the offense. And Allgeier could be afforded more opportunities to run wild in the second half of games. While the best-case scenario is a matchup-dependent flex spot alongside Robinson, the contingent upside in case of an injury makes him a desirable target in fantasy drafts. |
Falcons | Jashaun Corbin headed to Atlanta Tue Jun 17, 04:18 PM
Free-agent RB Jashaun Corbin (UFL) signed an undisclosed contract with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, June 17. The Falcons released RB Jase McClellan to make room for him on the roster.
Link to story Falcons | KhaDarel Hodge misses practices Sat Jun 14, 03:27 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge (undisclosed) did not participate in practice Tuesday, June 10, or Wednesday, June 11, because of an undisclosed issue.
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Falcons | Atlanta to be cautious with Kyle Pitts Wed Jun 11, 12:05 AM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts (foot) is expected to take things slow during the offseason workouts, head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Tuesday, June 10.
| Footballguys view: With Pitts heading into a make-or-break season in Atlanta, ensuring he's healthy for training camp makes sense. Beyond that, Morris discussed the "hope" the team still had in Pitts based on the fact that "he's super talented." That's true. However, as Fansided's Nick Halden suggests, the issue has consistently been Pitts' ability to play through the whistle and put his body on the line to earn the trust of his quarterback. Until this changes, the results are only going to improve marginally, no matter what level of talent Michael Penix Jr. proves to be. |
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins attends minicamp Tue Jun 10, 02:26 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins reported for mandatory minicamp Tuesday, June 10, according to The Insiders. 'We're moving forward and it's about how we as a team and as a quarterback room can be the best we can be in 2025,' Cousins said.
| Footballguys view: While Atlanta has turned the page to second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr., the club is set to keep Cousins as a backup for 2025. Cousins would like to be a starter, but absent an injury, it appears starting slots for the coming season have been filled. Cousins will make $27.5 million in base salary for the 2025 season on the four-year contract he signed as a free agent last offseason. Though he had attended some of the Falcons' voluntary workouts, it's unclear what level of participation Cousins will have with the club this week. |
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Falcons | Kirk Cousins expected to be at minicamp on Tuesday Mon Jun 9, 03:59 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins is expected to show up for mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, June 10. Cousins attended team workouts in April but was not present for voluntary OTAs in May.
| Footballguys view: Cousins signed a four-year deal with Atlanta last March, but the Falcons later used a first-round pick on Michael Penix Jr., and Penix replaced Cousins as the team's starter during the 2024 season. Cousins is guaranteed $27.5 million in salary this season, and the Falcons have said that they are comfortable keeping him on the roster as a backup to Penix. As Profootballtalk.com suggests, Cousins has been less enthusiastic about the prospect of staying with the team, but no trade has materialized, and moving him may take an injury somewhere else at some point in the summer or fall. |
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