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Falcons Falcons S Jessie Bates III was voted as the fifth-best safety in a poll of NFL coaches and execs: “Instincts and ball skills have allowed him to play at a high level for a long time,” an NFL coordinator said. “That’s why his game is aging well. He’s just got a knack for being […] The post NFC Notes: Jessie Bates, Chris Olave, Falcons, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Time stood still last month when Todd Bowles broke from repeated claims that effort was no issue with his Buccaneers in 2025. The head coach referenced guys “just taking plays off.” That sure sounds like an effort issue, so Joe […] The post Loaf Watch: Buccaneers-Falcons appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
The Falcons defense lost Kaden Elliss during free agency, choosing to spend that money on a number of veteran and rookie linebackers over the course of the offseason. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz discuss Atlanta’s new linebacker corps, including the shot caller in Divine Deablo and the pivotal roles to be played by Christian Harris, […]
Buccaneers Former longtime Buccaneers HC Jon Gruden raved about Tampa Bay first-round DE Rueben Bain Jr. Gruden compared Bain to former Steelers OLB James Harrison because of his tough mentality and playstyle. “I think he can be a double-digit sack guy,” Gruden said, via the 95.7 WDAE show. “If you look at James Harrison who […] The post NFC Notes: Rueben Bain Jr, Cameron Jordan, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Pittsburgh Steelers will open the 2026 season at home against the Atlanta Falcons, and they have a chance to open 2027 at home as well. The MLB announced its schedule today, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are slated to be on the road the weekend of September 12. This will likely be Week 1 of […]
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. How the Falcons’ schedule has shaped out looks peculiar on paper. They play five playoff teams […]
The Falcons retained much of their defensive staff from last season, but changes are inevitable with a new head coach in Kevin Stefanski. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss the changes Jeff Ulbrich might make on defense in 2026, including potential improvements against the run and […]
Buccaneers Jeremy Fowler‘s quarterback ranking list saw Bucs QB Baker Mayfield only receiving an honorable mention from an anonymous NFL coordinator: “He’s a winner. [He] can make every throw. Fearless. Teammates seem to love to play for him.” Fowler asked around the league about the game’s top offensive tackles, and last year’s No. 1 ranked […] The post NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Tristan Wirfs, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Proposed trade between the Cleveland Browns and Atlanta Falcons to send quarterback Dillon Gabriel to Atlanta for the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL Top 100 list reveal entering the 2026 season continued on Wednesday with Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London added to the group.
Trash talk can rattle some players, but for Baker Mayfield, it became rocket fuel. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were coming off as NFC South champions in the 2025 season. After breezing past the Atlanta Falcons 23-20 in Week 1, the Buccaneers faced the Houston Texans in Week 2. At one point, the Mayfield-led team was […] The post “I Was Banged Up”: Baker Mayfield Reveals How CJ Gardner-Johnson’s Trash Talk Fueled Comeback vs Texans Despite Injury appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Buccaneers Buccaneers OLB Lavonte David announced his retirement from the NFL in March after 14 years in the league, but admitted he’s had some second thoughts after Tampa Bay added Rueben Bain Jr. in the draft. Bain has high hopes for the team and Bain, but was clear he doesn’t plan on coming out of […] The post NFC Notes: Lavonte David, John Metchie, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
When the Pittsburgh Steelers step on the field in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons, their offensive line will look slightly different than it did a season ago. Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick have moved from the right side to the left, now playing left tackle and left guard, respectively. On the right side will […]
The Falcons finished second in sacks in 2025, yet their interior defensive line continues to be incredibly underrated. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down Atlanta’s defensive tackle group, discussing new additions like Maason Smith and Da’Shawn Hand along with returning starters like Brandon Dorlus and Zach Harrison. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of […]
For all the moving pieces across the Falcons’ offensive line, both from a personnel and coaching standpoint, few things remain certain. Fans trust Jake Matthews to be dependable as one of the better left tackles in the league. He has been performing at a relatively high level for a decade after struggling in his rookie […]
Buccaneers Former agent and CBS Sports analyst Joel Corry takes a look at the contract standoff between the Buccaneers and QB Baker Mayfield. Corry wouldn’t be surprised if Mayfield, who is currently the 16th-highest-paid quarterback in the league, wants at least $50 million per year on his next deal. The two sides are reportedly not […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Brady Christensen, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Miami Dolphins gave former #5 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, his walking-papers this offseason when new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan began the organization’s latest rebuild upon taking the job in South Florida. Soon after, the lefty signal-caller was picked up by the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons already had a […]
We are exactly nine Sundays from the Pittsburgh Steelers beginning their 2026 season against the Atlanta Falcons at Acrisure Stadium. And after all the additions the Steelers made this offseason, compiling a top 10 players list for the 2026 season was a bit more challenging than it was in recent years. My good friend Derrick […]
We are 64 days away from the Kansas City Chiefs‘ season-opening game against the Denver Broncos on “Monday Night Football” in Week 1. The No. 64 jersey was going to be worn by former Chiefs offensive tackle Wanya Morris before he was traded to the Atlanta Falcons this summer. As a Super Bowl champion, he’s […]
The Atlanta Falcons brought in competition this offseason for quarterback Michael Penix Jr., as the former first-round pick recovers from […]
Deep fantasy football sleepers who could have a larger role in 2026 than expected, including Texans running back Woody Marks and Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch.
49ers 49ers S Ji’Ayir Brown is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Nick Wagoner of ESPN writes that the organization doesn’t appear to be in a rush to re-sign any more players after getting LT Trent Williams‘ deal done. Wagoner thinks a strong season from Brown would put him in a good position […] The post NFC Notes: Kyle Pitts, Jordyn Tyson, 49ers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The running back position may not command high salaries, but that doesn’t make the NFL’s best runners any less meaningful. A league-leading rusher won the Jim Brown Award in Buffalo, a first-team All-Pro in Atlanta became the only player in…
Brandon Dorlus was everyone’s draft darling in 2024, but he barely got to play. Then he was everyone’s second-year crush in 2025, and he responded by putting up 8.5 sacks before a devastating injury ended his season a bit early. Now heading into a crucial third year when many young players cement their reputations, Dorlus […]
Falcons The Falcons are expected to have a QB competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, but Penix has yet to be fully cleared from ACL surgery. NFL insider James Palmer believes Tagovailoa is a front-runner “with an asterisk” and feels it’s still a wide-open race. He thinks Penix could be cleared by the start of camp, which […] The post NFC Notes: Erik McCoy, Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .