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NFC Notes: Falcons QB Competition, Panthers, Saints, Chris Olave

Falcons Falcons QB coach Alex Van Pelt is aware that he must judge the quarterback competition carefully, given that QB Michael Penix Jr. is still recovering from a knee injury that has kept him out of drills. “It’s tough having a competition when both guys aren’t competing at the same level (physically),” Van Pelt said, […] The post NFC Notes: Falcons QB Competition, Panthers, Saints, Chris Olave appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Mandatory minicamp proved Tua Tagovailoa should get Falcons’ starting QB job under Kevin Stefanski

As the Atlanta Falcons prepare for the 2026 NFL season, there is one aspect of the team that fans are closely monitoring until Week 1 on Sept. 13. against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With the Falcons having a quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., head coach Kevin Stefanski has to make a decision […] The post Mandatory minicamp proved Tua Tagovailoa should get Falcons’ starting QB job under Kevin Stefanski appeared first on ClutchPoints .

2 underrated Falcons sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season

Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. provided a positive update during minicamp, stating that although he is not yet 100% recovered from last season’s ACL injury, he is making good progress in his rehabilitation. This update is particularly important after the Atlanta Falcons added Tua Tagovailoa to their roster, creating an intriguing quarterback situation as they approach […] The post 2 underrated Falcons sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Falcons Land Strong Jessie Bates III Take Amid 49ers Speculation

The San Francisco 49ers have Raheem Morris as their defensive coordinator. As a result, could the Niners find a way to reunite him with a former player of his on the Atlanta Falcons?San Francisco’s safety position has several question marks heading into the 2026 NFL season, and 49ers beat reporter David Lombardi of the SF […] The post Falcons Land Strong Jessie Bates III Take Amid 49ers Speculation appeared first on HEAVY .

Former Steelers Linebacker Shares Story Of Being Lured To Cowboys

Courtesy of Jimmy Johnson, former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Vinson Smith learned a valuable lesson about the business of the NFL. Entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 1988 with the Atlanta Falcons, Smith caught on with the Steelers in 1989 and battled for a roster spot until suffering an injury during the preseason. […]

NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Jalen Coker, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers Buccaneers LB Alex Anzalone is looking forward to his new opportunities in the defense of HC Todd Bowles after signing with the team as a free agent coming from Detroit this offseason. “He has a more complex system than what I am used to but it has been pretty easy to pick up and […] The post NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Jalen Coker, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Tua Tagovailoa Emerges as the “Obvious” Falcons QB1 for One Key Reason With Michael Penix Jr. Facing Uncertainty

“We know we’re in a competition, but at the same time, we’re on the same team,” Tua Tagovailoa said of his competition with Michael Penix Jr. during the mandatory minicamp. The Atlanta Falcons know that they’re amid a quarterback competition, and both Tua and Penix Jr. have acknowledged it. Amidst the latest developments ahead of […] The post Tua Tagovailoa Emerges as the “Obvious” Falcons QB1 for One Key Reason With Michael Penix Jr. Facing Uncertainty appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Atlanta’s reconstructing the tackle position on the fly

Kaleb McGary retired. Storm Norton will miss his second consecutive season owing to injury. The team’s options beyond that were, to put it mildly, not particularly inspiring. There was Mike Jerrell, a would-be swing tackle the Falcons traded for last year who has struggled in game action thus far in the NFL. There’s 2025 seventh […]

Falcons roster 2025: Which young defensive player will have the best season?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Falcons have started drafting better defensively over the last three years. After struggling to identify […]

Can Zachariah Branch and Jahan Dotson revitalize the Falcons offense? Takes with Tre’Shon

Can rookie Zachariah Branch and veteran Jahan Dotson revitalize the Falcons offense in 2026? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz take an in-depth look at Atlanta’s wide receiver depth chart, giving thoughts on Drake London’s payday, the new additions and returning players, and how this group should be an improvement over 2025’s moribund unit. Fellow Falcoholics, […]

NFC Notes: Vita Vea, James Pearce Jr, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles on DT Vita Vea‘s contract situation: “It’s not concerning. We’ve been through it before. It’s part of the business….I cannot tell you that. I cannot speak for him.”  (Auman)     Falcons Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski on LB James Pearce Jr.: “I’m not going to get into specifics about conversations with […] The post NFC Notes: Vita Vea, James Pearce Jr, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Falcons create new offseason competition with intriguing signing

While the Atlanta Falcons are going through a quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., the team has created another battle this offseason with their latest signing. Though all eyes will be on the Falcons’ quarterbacks competing with one another, there is now a positional battle at the punter spot. The team announced […] The post Falcons create new offseason competition with intriguing signing appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa drops mic on Michael Penix Jr. QB competition

With the Atlanta Falcons quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., fans are wondering which player will be under center when Week 1 rolls around in September. As the Falcons quarterback in Penix is still dealing with recovering from an injury, Tagovailoa would speak about the reality of the battle. Penix enters his […] The post Falcons’ Tua Tagovailoa drops mic on Michael Penix Jr. QB competition appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Falcons sign trio of UFL players, cut WR Casey Washington

I’m running a bit late to this news, but it’s surprising during minicamp. The Atlanta Falcons have signed three former UFL players they’ve worked out in recent days, and one of their three cuts qualifies as a bit of a shocker. That would be Casey Washington, who was an interesting addition as a sixth round […]

NFL Transactions: Wednesday 6/17

Broncos Broncos reverted WR Mike Woods to injured reserve after he cleared waivers. Chiefs Chiefs signed TE Mason Pline. Falcons Falcons waived DE C.J. Nunnally and WR Casey Washington. Falcons released DT Elijah Garcia. Falcons signed DE Keshawn Banks, DT Devonnsha Maxwell, and WR Antwane Wells. Lions Lions waived WR Kyre Duplessis. Lions signed WR […] The post NFL Transactions: Wednesday 6/17 appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Falcons Announce Six Roster Moves

The Atlanta Falcons announced they signed LB Keshawn Banks, DT Devonnsha Maxwell, and WR Antwane Wells Jr. on Wednesday.  Atlanta released WR Casey Washington, DT Elijah Garcia, and DL CJ Nunnally IV in corresponding moves.  We have made the following roster moves: – Signed Keshawn Banks– Signed Devonnsha Maxwell– Signed Antwane Wells Jr. – Released […] The post Falcons Announce Six Roster Moves appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Falcons minicamp report with Daniel Flick: Falcoholic Live, Ep378

The Falcons are in the midst of their mandatory minicamp, and Kevin Knight is joined by beat reporter Daniel Flick (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) for the latest news and injury updates from the final practices of the summer. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the stream below or on YouTube You can […]

Tua Tagovailoa Dismissed as Mere “Placeholder” Until Michael Penix Jr. Gets Healthy, Says ESPN Analyst

The Atlanta Falcons are headed to their training camp with a loaded quarterback room. They have solidified their backup spots by adding Trevor Siemian and Jack Strand, but it is the starting spot where there are still a lot of questions. The two players battling it out for a spot are Michael Penix Jr. and […] The post Tua Tagovailoa Dismissed as Mere “Placeholder” Until Michael Penix Jr. Gets Healthy, Says ESPN Analyst appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Chiefs’ trade of Wanya Morris official, what it says about team’s depth

On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs officially traded offensive tackle Wanya Morris (and a seventh-round pick) to the Atlanta Falcons for a sixth-round pick, ending his tenure in Kansas City. The Chiefs drafted Morris out of Oklahoma with the 92nd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Over three seasons in Kansas City, Morris started […]