The Falcons may get cornerback A.J. Terrell back for Sunday’s clash with the 49ers after a groin injury sidelined him since Week 2. Coach Kevin Stefanski hints the IR window is opening, though two other linebackers remain doubtful after injuries against the Bears. Terrell’s return is crucial, as the defense struggled in a loss to the Bears where Caleb Williams racked up 305 yards and a TD. With MVP‑candidate Brock Purdy leading the 49ers and future matchups against Joe Burrow and Patrick Mahomes looming, Atlanta’s playoff hopes hinge on getting its top cornerback onto the field.
The Falcons lose both starting linebackers in a 26‑20 defeat to the Bears on Oct. 18. Divine Deablo exits with an arm injury, while Kendal Daniels is carted off after a frightening neck injury but later returns to the locker room after hospital checks. With the depth chart thin, veterans Josh Woods and rookie Harold Perkins Jr. must step up, and healthy‑scratch Christian Harris is expected to see action against the 49ers. Recovery timelines remain unclear, leaving Atlanta scrambling for defensive answers.
After a 24-17 loss to the Bears, the Falcons trade veteran backup Cooper Rush for former Pro Bowler Andy Dalton. The move ends Rush's brief, troubled stint—he struggled to throw beyond the 25‑yard line in Weeks 1 and 2 after injuries to Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. Dalton, 39, joins Atlanta despite being cut by the Eagles after a red‑zone interception, and heads into his first start with the team.
The Chicago Bears deliver a statement win on Oct. 18, beating the Atlanta Falcons 31‑23 in Atlanta. QB Caleb Williams returns to form, completing 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and a TD, and posting a flawless 24‑of‑24 streak in the pocket – the best mark since 2018. Nickel corner Kyler Gordon shines with three sacks and two forced fumbles, while WR Luther Burden III (8 catches, 95 yards) and Colston Loveland (6 catches, 65 yards, TD) dominate the Falcons secondary. Rookie left tackle Ozzy Trapilo makes his first start after a torn patellar tendon, and rookie Logan Jones sees limited snaps at center. Despite lingering injuries, the Bears' youthful lineup looks poised for a second straight playoff run.
After a promising two‑game surge led by Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons stumble with back‑to‑back defeats to Baltimore (31‑24 OT) and Chicago (38‑30), exposing the same flaws that plagued them under Arthur Smith. Despite Bijan Robinson’s MVP‑caliber runs and Drake London’s deep threats, the defense was blown open for 200+ rushing yards by the Ravens and special‑teams errors by rookie Zachariah Branch cost six points against the Bears. Atlanta falls to 2‑4, trailing the Panthers in the NFC South and faces a showdown with the 49ers as the season’s midpoint looms, leaving hopeful fans questioning whether new head coach Kevin Stefanski can reverse the slide.
The Falcons sign one veteran QB and release another.
On Sunday, the Chicago Bears held it together to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23. After leading 31-7, the Falcons mounted a comeback into the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, but the Bears held on. A decent number of Bears fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta may have helped. They made up more than half of […]
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The Atlanta Falcons have signed veteran quarterback Andy Dalton, releasing fellow red-haired QB Cooper Rush in the process. Dalton joins as the third-string quarterback behind Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, though the move could signal a push for a higher backup role. He turned down a return to the Eagles after being released on Oct. 9, choosing Atlanta instead. Dalton brings 180 career games (139 starts), 254 TD passes and a 66% completion rate, most recently posting a 10‑7 TD‑INT ratio with the Panthers (2023‑25). The signing adds depth amid concerns over Penix’s health.
During the Bears’ 31-23 win over the Falcons, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams threw for 305 yards, completing 30 of 36 passes. While replaying a 25-yard strike to Luther Burden III, former NFL star Tom Brady described the ball as “gyrating” coming out of Williams’ hands—a phrase that startled co‑caster Kevin Burkhardt. Impressed, Brady presented Williams with the LFG Player of the Game award, marking his third such honor. The quirky commentary sparked laughter on the Fox broadcast and highlighted Williams’ sharp return from a hamstring injury.
The Atlanta Falcons are making quarterback changes after their Week 6 loss to the Chicago Bears.
The Atlanta Falcons have been dealing with injury concerns at the quarterback position throughout the year, so they've reportedly added some veteran help.
The Atlanta Falcons have had one of the more interesting quarterback situations in the league. Cooper Rush started the first two weeks after Tua Tagovailoa went down with an injury days before Week 1. After their loss against the Carolina Panthers, Michael Penix Jr. has started every game, but last week he wasn’t able to […]
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ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Falcons are signing veteran QB Andy Dalton. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are releasing QB Cooper Rush in a corresponding move. Dalton had numerous teams interested recently after being let go by the Eagles, including a return to Philadelphia following QB Jalen Hurts‘ blood clot issue, which he […]
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The Baltimore Ravens were dealt another brutal loss, this time to the Cleveland Browns. The Ravens pulled off a huge overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons last Sunday, even without Lamar Jackson, but they gave up a double-digit lead. That was partly because Tyler Loop missed a crucial 4th-quarter field goal. Early in the fourth […]
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The Chicago Bears fend off an Atlanta Falcons comeback to win 31‑23 at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium on Oct. 18, 2026. Chicago dominates time of possession (40:08 to 19:52), yards (368‑257), first‑downs (20‑13) and third‑down conversions (52.9% to 25%). Caleb Williams dazzles, completing 24 of 24 passes from a clean pocket for 248 yards—a league‑leading 72.5% overall completion rate and an 83.3% game mark, the best ever by a Bears QB with 30+ attempts. The Bears’ defense, despite missing several starters, records four of five sacks and stops all three Falcons fourth‑down tries. A late fumble by Roshon Johnson forces the Bears to re‑insert starters before sealing the win, while head coach Ben Johnson balances the victory with Thursday Night Football prep.
The Chicago Bears bounce back with a 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons, improving to 4-2. Quarterback Caleb Williams returns from a hamstring injury and dazzles, completing 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards, a TD and a 111.2 passer rating, earning a top‑four PFN QB Impact grade for Week 6. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen’s blitzes force five sacks, three by rookie edge defender Kyler Gordon. Despite a late‑quarter surge by Atlanta after backups enter, Chicago holds the lead and secures the victory, showing growth in protecting big leads.
The Falcons’ early-season spark has dimmed as Week 6 ends with a 31-23 loss to the Bears, dropping them to 2-4. Despite impressive wins over the Packers and Saints, recent games unravel due to special‑teams blunders, defensive injuries, and an underused Bijan Robinson who saw only nine carries. Backup QB play, a porous return game, and a battered defense that struggled against Chicago’s solid unit compounded the defeat. While the front office boasts 2027 cap space and draft capital, the team’s inability to sustain momentum leaves fans frustrated and wary ahead of a tough clash with the 49ers.
In his first NFL action in nine months, Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon delivered a game‑changing performance against the Atlanta Falcons, recording three sacks and two forced fumbles in just 16 defensive snaps. His disguised blitzes confused the Falcons, leading to a decisive strip‑sack that helped Chicago hold on for a 31-23 win. Despite limited minutes due to a recent calf injury, Gordon became only the second Bears DB to post three sacks in a game and joined an elite NFL group with both three sacks and two forced fumbles. His versatility gives defensive coordinator Dennis Allen a fresh weapon as the Bears navigate injuries.
Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland finally got out of his early-season slump, and his strock is trending up with Caleb Williams back on the field.
Chicago Bears fifth-year cornerback Kyler Gordon made an immediate impact in his first appearance of the 2026 season, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles during Sunday afternoon’s 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons. The 26-year-old missed the first five games because of a calf injury before returning to help Chicago improve to 4-2. Gordon’s […]
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Caleb Williams returns from a hamstring injury to spearhead the Chicago Bears' 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Oct. 18, 2026. Williams threw for a big lead while cornerback Kyler Gordon posted a career‑highlight performance with three sacks, silencing critics after months of injury controversy. The win, secured despite an early switch to the second‑team defense and a costly fumble, also featured a ejection of WR Jahdae Walker. The Bears look forward to their next game Thursday, while fans celebrate the dual heroics of "Spider Man" Williams and "Ice Man" Gordon.
The Chicago Bears’ star quarterback Caleb Williams made a winning return from injury, leading his team to another victory against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. His eye-catching performance earned high praise from NFL legend Tom Brady, but Williams himself remained far from completely satisfied with his outing. During the broadcast, Brady expressed his belief that […]
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The Chicago Bears bounced back from a loss to the Packers in Week 5 with a win over Atlanta that has fans thinking NFC North title again. Caleb Williams broke a franchise record held by Mitch Trubisky and did it after a surprising celebrity call-out that went well for the former USC Trojans and current […]
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Coach Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears got back on the winning track with a 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium that had coach Ben Johnson breaking out a new dance move. Williams broke a Bears record held by Mitchell Trubisky as he lit up the scoreboard against Kevin Stefanski’s Dirty Birds. Now 4-2 […]
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The Bears beat the Falcons 31-23, but 12 penalties for 133 yards revealed a concerning problem Ben Johnson must address before Thursday