When the Atlanta Falcons signed Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year contract, many believed he would be the starter, or at least compete for the role, in 2026. But there is the possibility that he could not even make the team and get cut, according to NFL beat writer Mike Florio. If Tua Tagovailoa can’t win […]
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The final game of the 2026 preseason kicks off tomorrow night, and when it’s over, all that lies ahead is the first season of Falcons football for Kevin Stefanski, Ian Cunningham, and the host of new players they’ve brought in. We’re nearly there, but there’s this one tune-up to clear first. Here’s what you need […]
Za’Darius Smith was done with football, but the love for the game never left him. After receiving a terminal diagnosis for his mother that prompted his retirement midway through the 2025 season with the Philadelphia Eagles, he also lost his grandmother and father. The veteran edge rusher admitted he was “in a dark place,” but […]
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Today was a short, but intense, practice for the Falcons as they look toward this weekend’s last preseason matchup against the Dolphins. It was Michael Penix Jr.’s third full practice since being medically cleared last week, and he told the media he feels great, and that he’s getting more comfortable and confident each day. But […]
Za’Darius Smith played five games for the Eagles last season before he abruptly retired. He’ll play for the Falcons this season, and explained the situation Wednesday: “I wasn’t supposed to retire… got a phone call from my mom’s doctor, telling me that she don’t have much longer to be on this Earth. So I let […]
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The Falcons’ final preseason game is Friday against the Dolphins. All of the healthy starters — outside of Michael Penix Jr. — are expected to get some run. But the biggest day for a lot of the players who’ll see the field over the last three quarters is Sunday, when final 53-man rosters are announced […]
One of the Falcons’ most exciting signings of the offseason came just weeks before the start of the season, as they inked three-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Za’Darius Smith to a one-year deal. The decision came in the wake of the injury to Jalon Walker, who tore his ACL and will miss the rest of […]
The Denver Broncos are looking to head into the new season on a positive note as they take on the Minnesota Vikings in their preseason finale on Friday at Empower Field at Mile High. The Broncos split their first two preseason assignments against the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons. Coach Sean Payton said […]
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It'd behoove the Miami Dolphins to keep rookie wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. out of harm's way in the preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons.
The Atlanta Falcons are entering the final stretch of their preseason schedule with maximum intensity. Every single practice repetition carries immense weight as the franchise attempts to solidify its offensive depth chart in Flowery Branch. The quarterback room has rapidly become the most closely watched positional battle in the entire building. Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees […]
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Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders may not be going anywhere anytime soon, but that has not stopped the Atlanta Falcons talk from gaining steam. Former NFL running back LeSean McCoy added fuel to the idea, arguing that Sanders’ star power and presence could create a reaction in Atlanta that the city has not seen at quarterback […]
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Falcons Falcons DE Za’Darius Smith enters the 12th year of his career and his first season with the team. Atlanta DL coach Nate Ollie said Smith still has gas in the tank and is showing veteran leadership: “Still got that juice. … Coaching guys up already.” (Tori McElhaney) Panthers Panthers S Tre’von Moehrig enters the sixth year […]
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. apparently gained some speed while he was rehabbing a torn ACL this offseason.
Tua Tagovailoa spent six seasons as the Miami Dolphins’ starting quarterback before the Dolphins released him this offseason, sending him to the Atlanta Falcons and closing out a run that included some of the closest bonds he built in that locker room. One of those was with Chop Robinson, Miami’s 2024 first-round pick, who spent […]
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The Falcons are in the midst of a battle at starting quarterback heading into the final week of the 2026 NFL preseason. Kevin Knight and Joe Patrick discuss the chance for Michael Penix Jr. to win the job with less than three weeks to go before Week 1 and break down what we hope to […]
The NFL is a twisting irony of subtle fate, and this week, the Miami Dolphins get to experience that twist when Tua Tagovailoa returns to Hard Rock Stadium.
The Patriots might have fared well against the Dolphins in recent years, but it was always a harder game when they had one quarterback under center.
Atlanta Falcons update their battle for the QB1 position.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski officially announced that former first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. will not be playing in the Falcons’ preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins, according to The Falcoholic’s Jeanna Kelley. Penix was fully cleared last weekend to play in 11-on-11 and team drills, with the hope that he would be able […]
While most NFL teams typically rest their key players in the final preseason game, Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski won't have that luxury in Friday's finale against the Miami Dolphins.
According to Tori McElhaney, Michael Penix Jr. will not play in the Falcons final preseason contest on Friday against the Dolphins. Tua Tagovailoa will start, with Cooper Rush and Jack Strand coming in afterwards. Michael Penix Jr. will not play in Friday's preseason game against the Miami Dolphins. Tua Tagovailoa will start. Cooper Rush and […]
Here's what Tua Tagovailoa fumbling the QB1 job means for Michael Penix Jr., the Atlanta Falcons and his former coach Mike McDaniel with the Los Angeles Chargers.
The top storyline surrounding the Falcons as Week 1 approaches has been the same one that’s followed this franchise ever since Matt Ryan departed. Who’s going to start under center, and can he be the guy who leads this organization for the foreseeable future? Things only ramped up this week, when Michael Penix Jr. was […]
Good morning Falcoholics, and welcome to Wednesday! I missed yesterday’s practice due to my day job — covering the Falcons isn’t actually in my job description (my full-time job is serving as SB Nation’s NFL News Director), which may be surprising to y’all, and I am forever grateful that SB Nation still lets me do […]
The Miami Dolphins fanbase is starting to sympathize with Falcons fans. Tua Tagovailoa was an investment this season, but so many are giving up already.