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NFC Notes: Tua Tagovailoa, Roster Projections, Falcons, Panthers

Falcons When projecting the Falcons’ 53-man roster, Josh Kendall of The Athletic expects Atlanta to keep just two quarterbacks, with Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. At running back, Kendall has the Falcons keeping three players, including Bijan Robinson, Brian Robinson, and Tyler Goodson. Kendall could see Atlanta keeping four tight ends with Kyle Pitts, […] The post NFC Notes: Tua Tagovailoa, Roster Projections, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Vikings’ Former QB Kirk Cousins Draws Blunt Take from Legend

Former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has been out of the Twin Cities for a little while nowCousins was released by the Atlanta Falcons just 2 years into his 4-year/$180 million agreement with the team. In 2024, Minnesota decided to move on from the former Michigan State Spartan in favor of a QB room including Sam Darnold […] The post Vikings’ Former QB Kirk Cousins Draws Blunt Take from Legend appeared first on HEAVY .

Falcons players, legend visit U.S. troops in Japan ahead of 4th of July weekend

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday, several Atlanta Falcons players recently spent time honoring those serving overseas. Safety Jessie Bates III, defensive lineman Zach Harrison, rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker, and former Falcons great John Abraham took part in the NFL’s annual USO tour, traveling throughout Japan to visit U.S. military […]

Who are the make or break players for the Falcons? Falcoholic Live, Ep379

The Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new direction and plenty of question marks. Kevin Knight to discusses the “make or break” players for Atlanta, whose play could determine the success or failure of the team this year. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the stream below or on […]

NFC Notes: Kyle Pitts, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles believes the team got a steal in rookie OLB Rueben Bain, Jr., and said that not only is he physically gifted, but he also displays great leadership qualities, even if he’s not in that role yet. “I’m extremely grateful,” Bowles said, via Tampa Bay Times. “Just seeing him in person, there’s size and […] The post NFC Notes: Kyle Pitts, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Insider Offers Early Assessment Of The QB Steelers Will Face Week One

With the NFL schedule released last month, all eyes are on Week 1. Primarily, which quarterback the Pittsburgh Steelers will face in the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. That answer is months from being finalized but ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler offered an update, and clear leader, during a Monday appearance on SportsCenter. “Michael Penix [Jr.] […]

Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Could be Slapped with Suspension Per Latest Report

One of the biggest storylines surrounding the Atlanta Falcons this offseason has been the legal saga with edge rusher James Pearce Jr. After seemingly getting a few charges dropped after an incident with his girlfriend, Rickea Jackson, that doesn’t mean he’s totally out of the woods with the National Football League. There have been several […] The post Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Could be Slapped with Suspension Per Latest Report appeared first on HEAVY .

NFC Notes: Cameron Jordan, Tua Tagovailoa, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Buccaneers Buccaneers S Miles Killebrew signed on with Tampa Bay as a free agent this offseason following his time with the Steelers. Killebrew said that ST coordinator Danny Smith, who also came from Pittsburgh, was a “giant factor” in his decision to join the team.  “I would say a giant factor,” Killebrew said, via Gabriel […] The post NFC Notes: Cameron Jordan, Tua Tagovailoa, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

NFC Notes: Zac Robinson, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Buccaneers Zac Robinson enters his first season as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator after having the same role with the Falcons in 2024 and 2025. Tampa Bay QB Baker Mayfield is confident that Robinson’s understanding of the running game will be a huge benefit to their offense.  “This is not to downplay Josh Grizzard whatsoever because […] The post NFC Notes: Zac Robinson, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Training camp reporting dates announced for Falcons

We know the Falcons will have quite a few open practices for fans to watch during training camp, which is good news for those hoping to see the new regime and many new players in person. Now we know when the team will actually report for training camp, as well. Per the NFL, rookies will […]

NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Taysom Hill, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Buccaneers  Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his three-year contract. When asked about Mayfield, HC Todd Bowles said the quarterback has been “all about business” and doesn’t seem affected by his situation.  “Baker’s business, he’s all about business. The contract stuff takes care of itself,” Bowles said via Rick Stroud of […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Taysom Hill, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Kyle Pitts Expected to Benefit From Kevin Stefanski Hire

The NFL season is still a couple of months away, but Atlanta Falcons fans need to get accustomed to all the changes within the franchise. The biggest change for the Falcons is their new head coach, Kevin Stefanski. In an attempt to lock up all their skill players, the Falcons have already inked Drake London […] The post Kyle Pitts Expected to Benefit From Kevin Stefanski Hire appeared first on HEAVY .

The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Thursday night takeover in Tampa

Four days after outdueling Aaron Rodgers, Matt Ryan produced another memorable performance in the national spotlight. It was another big divisional game against a team that had previously beaten the Falcons earlier in the season. After squaring off against one of his main quarterback foes in Rodgers, he would be taking on two of his […]

Kyle Pitts Contract Extension: Less Of A Gamble Than It Appears

The Falcons made Kyle Pitts one of the highest paid tight ends in the league yesterday, handing him a three-year, $54 million contract extension. The $18 million AAV places him only behind George Kittle and Trey McBride in terms of average annual value, probably a fair assessment if basing things solely on what happened last […]

Jaguars, Strange Agree To Contract Extension

Wednesday became a payday for Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange. The Penn State alum and fourth-year Jag reportedly agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $48 million with $25 million guaranteed.  Fellow tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. recently agreed to a new deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday to the tune of 3 […]

Jaguars Signing TE Brenton Strange To Three-Year, $48M Extension

According to Mike Garafolo, the Jaguars and TE Brenton Strange have agreed to terms on a three-year extension worth up to $48 million in total value.  That includes $25 million in guarantees, per Garafolo. It appears the tight end market was set to move quickly after the Falcons got a deal done for Kyle Pitts […] The post Jaguars Signing TE Brenton Strange To Three-Year, $48M Extension appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix Jr., Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles thinks the team has the defensive leaders to close out games this coming season, especially when it comes to not allowing late comebacks and taking plays off after gaining the lead.  “If we can prepare and we can execute, and we don’t look at the names on people’s helmets, and […] The post NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix Jr., Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .