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The Atlanta Falcons didn’t wait around long to sign a potential replacement for retiring right tackle Kaleb McGary. Per Adam Schefter, they’ve agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with veteran Jawaan Taylor with up to $1 million in incentives available. Taylor will likely compete to start with a rookie—2026 NFL Draft pending—and will likely […]
With just two weeks to go until the 2026 NFL Draft, it’s time for our first live Falcons mock draft of the season. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked on Falcons) to take you through all seven rounds, including potential trades, and give their thoughts on who Atlanta should select […]
The Atlanta Falcons received shocking news on Wednesday, as longtime starting right tackle Kaleb McGary announced his retirement through his agent, Collin Roberts. McGary, 31, started nearly every game for the Falcons since being drafted in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He suffered a significant season-ending injury prior the 2025 NFL season, […]
New Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins will be remembered as a solid player whose career spanned two decades. He, however, will also go down as one of the most successful players ever to life when it comes finances and contractual success. After his unique deal with the Raiders, which combines money from the Atlanta […]
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 NFL Draft with a completely new regime in charge. How might Atlanta’s draft strategy change under new general manager Ian Cunningham? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz give their thoughts on what Cunningham might bring to the Falcons and discuss what they’d like to see from Atlanta’s draft. Fellow Falcoholics, […]
It didn’t take new Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham and new head coach Kevin Stefanski long to understand that their new team has a VERY interesting recent draft history. There was, of course, the decision to sign Kirk Cousins and select Michael Penix in 2024, and in 2025, there was the move to trade […]
Drafting an electrifying wide receiver from Georgia to elevate a passing game seeking out explosiveness would be a strong way to satisfy the Falcons’ fan base. Not having a first-round pick puts added pressure on the new regime to maximize the draft resources at its disposal. With several personnel uncertainties, it would be massive for […]
If you’ve been here for any length of time, you know I like to check in on the franchise record books every year. While the Falcons haven’t been better than mediocre in a decade, they’ve had some players who have worked their asses off to do special things, which has made watching this mess more […]
The Falcons revealed new uniforms on Thursday. Are they good, bad, or ugly? Kevin Knight takes a closer look at Atlanta’s new jerseys and uniform combinations, ranking his favorites and discussing if these new outfits are an improvement on the previous era. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds and Brews podcast! […]
The league announced offseason workout dates for everyone today, and we now know the Falcons will be kicking things off with voluntary minicamp from April 21-25. Following that, organized team activities (OTAs) will take place from May 18-19, May 21, May 26-27, May 29, June 8-9, and June 11. Mandatory minicamp runs from June 16-18 […]
The Bears had been holding out hope that the NFL would see things their way and that they would still be awarded comp picks for their assistant general manager, Ian Cunningham, being hired by the Atlanta Falcons as their general manager. The issue, of course, was that Matt Ryan was the Falcons’ President of Football, […]
The Kirk Cousins saga won’t truly be over until the Falcons have cleared his $12.5 million dead money charge for 2027, but we’re putting the era in the rear view mirror nonetheless. The latest step? Cousins signing what’s effectively a one-year deal with the Raiders, with some cap shenanigans that could make it a two-year […]
The Las Vegas Raiders have a new mentor at quarterback and perhaps a Week 1 starter. The Raiders have signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. This was an expected move since Cousins was released by the Atlanta Falcons. His agency announced it Thursday morning. New Las Vegas head coach Klint Kubiak was Cousins’ quarterbacks coach for […]
The Falcons addressed a number of positions in free agency, but where does Atlanta need to invest the most in the 2026 NFL Draft? Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic rank their biggest draft needs for the Falcons, discussing how they believe Atlanta should prioritize their limited draft resources. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of […]
During the 2020 offseason, which feels like just yesterday, the Falcons were on the verge of announcing their first major uniform change since they wore they switched from the 90’s black/silver look to the 2000’s look that they would wear for nearly two decades. A few days prior to the official release date, the uniforms […]
The Atlanta Falcons are bringing back DeAngelo Malone, the player they selected with the 3rd-round pick they received in the 2022 Matt Ryan trade. Now, this could be an elaborate scheme by the team’s new President to pull an April Fool’s prank on the player who “replaced” him, but that remains to be seen. Malone […]
With Ian Cunningham landing in Atlanta and former assistant general manager Kyle Smith off to Miami, the Falcons needed a right hand man for the new GM. Per Adam Schefter, they’ve got their man, and it’s someone Cunningham briefly worked with in the past. The Falcons will reportedly hire Jeff Scott away from the Philadelphia […]
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. For the first time since 2012, the Falcons don’t have a first-round pick. Despite being in […]
The Falcons brought in veteran quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in free agency, a move that evoked strong responses from fans and analysts alike. Kevin Knight discusses why he believes Tua is a perfect fit for the Falcons as an ideal competitive partner for Michael Penix Jr. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds […]
The new regime’s intentions to add as much talent as possible were justifiable given the circumstances of the Falcons’ current state. With the lack of resources in the draft and cap constraints, they had to take chances on capable veterans and see who could become dependable contributors. That approach was bound to leave positional areas […]
Why isn't this done already?
The Falcons were busy in the first wave of NFL free agency, adding a flurry of low to mid-range veterans on primarily one year deals. Special teams was reworked completely, and there are a number of new faces on the defensive line and at wide receiver. The depth of the roster was upgraded significantly, although […]
The Packers have started their pre-draft visits, reportedly setting up a date with wide receiver Ted Hurst. Hurst, a 6-foot-4, 206-pound wide receiver out of Georgia State, is already in demand during visit season. In addition to meeting with the Packers, he has reportedly set up visits with the Colts and Falcons. Hurst launched his […]
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. While free agency isn’t technically over, teams are far less active in pursuing available players. That […]
The Falcons have continued to fill out their roster with affordable veterans, but how well has Atlanta accomplished their goals this offseason? Kevin Knight is joined by Adnan Ikic to grade the Falcons free agency moves and provide thoughts on the direction of the franchise under the new leadership. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode […]