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Getting inside the mind of an NFL General Manager is never easy, but with time, trends and habits develop. By year three or four, tendencies become more obvious, and with the amount of information available, fans generally understand how their team will attack the draft. A new shot caller makes deciphering moves difficult, but that […]
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 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 […]
As promised, the Falcons have released their new uniforms, bringing a swift end to the ill-fated era of the last editions. The Falcons had unveiled new uniforms in 2020, but the much-maligned sets were only in action for six seasons before Atlanta pulled the plug to deliver something new. The team announced the new look […]
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 […]
The Atlanta Falcons have played fast and loose with their tackle situation for a long time now. Jake Matthews has been so durable, Kaleb McGary good enough when he’s healthy, and Storm Norton a fine enough fill-in that the team has not made any serious moves to shore up their tackle depth since they signed […]
Expectations are tricky for these Falcons. The most dour pessimists have usually undershot this team’s annual win total, even if their predictions of disappointment rung true. The biggest optimists have, year after year, overshot those win totals in a way that may slowly be turning them into pessimists. What makes 2026 even trickier, waving away […]
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 […]
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 Atlanta Falcons have used this week to remake their backfield depth chart behind Bijan Robinson. Tyler Goodson is the newest addition, per the team. Goodson will be competing with Nate Carter and Carlos Washington Jr. for third running back duties in Atlanta, and is the most established player in that group. In 33 games […]
Bijan Robinson has been endlessly lauded for his excellence, and that’s all well-deserved. Bijan led the NFL in scrimmage yards by over 150 yards last year, was behind only Christian McCaffrey for receiving yards from a running back, and reeled off some of the most impressive runs of any back in 2025. He’s a special […]
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 […]
The Falcons added a couple of offensive free agents on Tuesday, including running back Brian Robinson Jr. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the latest news and give their review of Atlanta’s free agency moves thus far. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds and Brews podcast! You can also listen […]
One of Atlanta’s biggest remaining roster holes has been filled. The Falcons lost an excellent backup running back in Tyler Allgeier, and now they’ve got another Robinson to spell Bijan. That would be Brian Robinson Jr., who signed the latest in a long line of one-year contracts the Falcons have handed out this offseason. The […]
Yesterday, I stumped for the Falcons adding a third quarterback with experience, given that they have legitimate injury concerns for both quarterbacks vying for the starting job. Today, they signed that player, though it wasn’t one of the ones on my radar. Per NFL insider Jeremy Fowler, Trevor Siemian will be joining the falcons as […]
The first wave of free agency is over, and what’s left is not going to knock your socks off. That assumes you’re wearing socks, but roll with me. With the Falcons still looking to patch a few holes and pump up a few weaker areas of the depth chart, though, there’s talent available to help […]
There is always extra zest from a fanbase when a player from the state’s most beloved college football team joins the state’s professional football team. There is much more to Azeez Ojulari’s background that makes him the most exciting defensive free-agent signing in Atlanta. An edge rusher who has proven to get after quarterbacks will […]