Latest news and updates about the Falcons
Training camp is in full swing, and the battles have begun. While some have been derailed already—Jawaan Taylor can’t compete for right tackle right now because he’s out, and Michael Penix Jr. may not be fully cleared for a month—others are just getting going and offer plenty of intrigue. Here are three that we’ll be […]
Former Atlanta Falcons star Dwight Freeney is making a bold prediction for Tua Tagovailoa this season. The post Ex-Falcons Super Bowl Veteran Makes Confident Tua Tagovailoa Prediction appeared first on HEAVY .
The Atlanta Falcons are grieving alongside their defensive coordinator this week. Cristina Ulbrich, wife of Jeff Ulbrich, passed away Sunday after a long fight with cancer, the team confirming the news in a heartfelt statement Thursday night. “The Atlanta Falcons are heartbroken by the passing of Cristina Ulbrich, beloved wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, […] The post Falcons Issue Statement as NFL World Mourns Passing of Jeff Ulbrich’s Wife After Cancer Battle appeared first on Es...
Drake London's fiancée Sofia Gabay loves Taco Bell so much, she told the Atlanta Falcons wideout on their second date that her dream would be a proposal that included a meal from the fast-food restaurant chain, per ESPN's Marc Raimondi.
The Atlanta Falcons announced the heartbreaking news that DC Jeff Ulbrich's wife, Cristina Ulbrich, has passed away. The post Atlanta Falcons Release Statement on Death of DC Jeff Ulbrich’s Wife, Cristina appeared first on HEAVY .
Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has tragically died of cancer, per a team announcement.
49ers 49ers reverted DE William Bradley-King and LB Andrew Farmer to injured reserve after they cleared waivers. Bills Bills released WR Jalen Virgil. Buccaneers Buccaneers signed DB Ifeatu Melifonwu and DT Travis Shaw. Buccaneers waived DT Haggai Chisom Ndubuisi. Colts Colts signed WR Liam Clifford. Falcons Falcons released DT Ross Blacklock. Falcons signed LB Josh […] The post NFL Transactions: Thursday 7/30 appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The New York Jets have cut an injured WR and in a corresponding roster move have signed a former Atlanta Falcons WR. The post Jets Part Ways With Injured WR, Sign Ex-Falcons Pass Catcher appeared first on HEAVY .
Things may have just gotten a little more interesting ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta […] This article originally appeared on Steelers Now : Early Steelers Opponent Brings In Mike McCarthy-Connected QB
The Falcons are already making moves. After adding quarterback Cooper Rush yesterday, the team has cut ties with veteran defensive lineman Ross Blacklock and signed linebacker Josh Woods. Woods is a familiar name in Atlanta, as he’s appeared in 17 games over the last two seasons with the Falcons. His role on defense is nonexistent, […]
Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports the Falcons are signing LB Josh Woods to a contract. In correspondence, the Falcons are releasing DT Ross Blacklock. Woods, 30, wound up going undrafted out of Maryland in 2018. He signed with the Bears following a tryout at rookie minicamp. However, he was waived coming out of the […] The post Falcons Signing LB Josh Woods appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Injuries can ruin careers in professional sports. Often, players are beyond productive when on the field but see their opportunities significantly hindered by injuries. In this ranking, we will name one player from each team who has either seen the "prime" of their career limited or the longevity of their career hindered due to serious […]
The Falcons entered the first day of training camp with third-stringer Jack Strand the only quarterback healthy enough to participate fully. The good news is Tua Tagovailoa is only dealing with a minor back injury, something he’s expected to return from next week. Michael Penix Jr.’s timeline, however, is looking much lengthier. The Falcons’ 8th […]
Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles told reporters that DT Vita Vea tweaked a muscle in his running test on Tuesday, which is why he’s not practicing. He added there’s been zero talk from the team about trading him, despite Vea’s request amid a contract standoff. (Greg Auman) Buccaneers LT Tristan Wirfs also injured his hamstring […] The post NFC Notes: Vita Vea, Chris Olave, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Falcons began training camp today with a flurry of news, most of it at the quarterback position. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Joe Patrick to discuss Day 1’s events, including both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. dealing with injuries to start camp, Bijan Robinson’s absence, the players beginning the season […]
Practice No. 1 of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp has come and gone, and the Mike McCarthy era is one step closer to officially beginning when the Steelers host the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. While the offense was, and will continue to be, what fans tend to have more interest in with McCarthy running the […]
According to Mike Kaye, the Panthers plan to sign WR Casey Washington to the roster. They need extra depth at receiver following the injury to third-round WR Chris Brazzell II today. The team later confirmed the move and announced WR Dan Chisena was placed on season-ending injured reserve. Washington, 25, was drafted by the Falcons […] The post Panthers Signing WR Casey Washington appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
After a tumultuous season last year, the Miami Dolphins have done major organization changes ahead of the 2026 NFL season.It includes the hiring of head coach Jeff Hafley and general manager Jon-Eric Sullivian, trading away wide receiver Jaylen Waddle for draft picks, and parting ways with former first-round quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.Tagovailoa ended up in the […] The post Former Miami Dolphin Tua Tagovailoa’s Falcons QB Battle Takes Unexpected Turn appeared first on HEAVY .
Falcons football is officially back, and the first day of training camp is in the books. What a doozy it was, too. As soon as I got to Flowery Branch, the news broke that Trevor Siemian was being released with an injury settlement, in addition to a handful of other roster moves. Michael Penix still […]
The Miami Dolphins started their first training camp without Tua Tagovailoa in six years. The Atlanta Falcons started their camp without him, too.
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski announced Wednesday morning that QB Michael Penix Jr. has not been cleared to participate in 11-on-11 work to start training camp, per Tori McElhaney. Penix will continue to do individual drills and 7-on-7, per Stefanski. The former first-rounder spoke to reporters and admitted he felt good and had been cleared earlier […] The post Michael Penix Jr. Likely Won’t Be Cleared To Return From ACL For Another Month appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Kevin Stefanski wouldn’t have expected the kind of start he’s having at training camp as the Atlanta Falcons‘ first-year head coach. Just last year, Atlanta had Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback and veteran Kirk Cousins to back him up. Now, they still have Penix Jr. on the roster and have also signed former […] The post Falcons Forced to Sign Veteran NFL QB Amid Tua Tagovailoa’s Back Injury and Michael Penix Jr.’s Knee Concerns appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Former Baltimore Ravens backup quarterback and longtime NFL veteran Cooper Rush has signed with the Atlanta Falcons. The post Former Ravens QB Signs With Desperate NFC Team appeared first on HEAVY .
A number of Falcons injury updates surfaced Wednesday in some form or fashion, beginning with the most important position on the field. As it stands, neither of Atlanta’s potential starting quarterbacks is healthy. Kevin Stefanski said on 92.9 The Game that Michael Penix Jr. still hasn’t been medically cleared for team drills, so he remains […]
After announcing that Tua Tagovailoa is dealing with some minor back tightness and will be out possibly until next week, and given that Michael Penix Jr. isn’t yet medically cleared and the Falcons announced Trevor Siemian’s release on Wednesday morning, the Falcons have added to their QB depth chart. Welcome to Atlanta, Cooper Rush. Rush […]