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What’s your favorite summer meal to make?
Happy Sunday, everybody! I’m just getting back from a week’s vacation and it’s time for another summer discussion post. Here it is: What’s your favorite meal to make in the summer? Do you go for the classics and throw some burgers or hot dogs on the grill? Do you smoke ribs for hours? Are you […]
The Falcoholic Reacts: A new defensive leader
It’s been years since the Falcons had a true game-changing, three-down linebacker. While Foye Oluokun had a breakout season in 2020, he wasn’t quite the all-around, consistent force that would put him in the Pro Bowl conversation. The last top-tier inside linebacker on the team was Deion Jones in 2017. Analysts once believed Jones was […]
4 reasons Falcons fans should be optimistic in 2026 (and 4 reasons you shouldn’t)
Despite my natural skepticism about this team borne from over two decades of fandom, it’s hard to avoid feeling optimistic about the coming season. So for the 4th of July, let’s talk about four reasons I see to be optimistic, and four reasons that give me pause. Matt Ryan’s back in the building Ryan is, […]
Atlanta Falcons 2026 season predictions: Best and worst-case scenarios?
Hello Falcoholics, and welcome to the long holiday weekend! Training camp will be here before we know it, and in the meantime, I’m encouraging all the writers here to take it easy and enjoy the 4th. I’ll share some discussion posts through the weekend so if you need a break from the festivities or if […]
Falcons players, legend visit U.S. troops in Japan ahead of 4th of July weekend
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday, several Atlanta Falcons players recently spent time honoring those serving overseas. Safety Jessie Bates III, defensive lineman Zach Harrison, rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker, and former Falcons great John Abraham took part in the NFL’s annual USO tour, traveling throughout Japan to visit U.S. military […]
Who are the make or break players for the Falcons? Falcoholic Live, Ep379
The Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new direction and plenty of question marks. Kevin Knight to discusses the “make or break” players for Atlanta, whose play could determine the success or failure of the team this year. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the stream below or on […]
Who are the make or break players for the Falcons? ft. Aaron Freeman: Falcoholic Live, Ep379
The Falcons enter the 2026 season with a new direction and plenty of question marks. Kevin Knight is joined by Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) to discuss the “make or break” players for Atlanta, whose play could determine the success or failure of the team this year. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The […]
Is Jessie Bates, AJ Terrell, or Divine Deablo the Falcons’ defensive MVP?
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 in several years, the Falcons’ defense will enter the season as a […]
Atlanta Falcons history: Offensive juggernaut hits center stage vs. Seahawks in 2016 Divisional Round
The stage was set for the Falcons to make a Super Bowl run for the first time in four years. As was the case the last time they were built to win a championship, they had to beat the Seahawks at home to play in the NFC Championship. This was a Super Bowl-winning, battle-tested group […]
What’s your favorite thing you’ve seen or read in 2026?
It’s Sunday in June, so it must be time for another leisurely discussion post. Join me and share something good in your life right now. Here’s today’s prompt: What’s your favorite thing you’ve read, watched, played, or done in 2026? It’s a very open-ended prompt and you’re welcome to share multiple things, so long as […]
The Kyle Pitts contract is good value for the Falcons
The Falcons signed tight end Kyle Pitts to a massive 3-year deal this week, prompting strong reactions from fans and analysts. Kevin Knight breaks down the deal, comparing Pitts’ production and cost to other tight ends and wide receivers and explaining why the deal is an objectively good value for Atlanta. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to […]
ESPN ranks Atlanta’s top 3 playmakers as one of the NFL’s best trios
Drake London, Bijan Robinson, and Kyle Pitts were back-to-back-to-back top ten picks in the NFL, so you’d expect them to be worth the investment. While Pitts has been a little up and down to this point, all three are among the most exciting young players at their respective positions, while Bijan might be the most […]
Training camp reporting dates announced for Falcons
We know the Falcons will have quite a few open practices for fans to watch during training camp, which is good news for those hoping to see the new regime and many new players in person. Now we know when the team will actually report for training camp, as well. Per the NFL, rookies will […]
The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Thursday night takeover in Tampa
Four days after outdueling Aaron Rodgers, Matt Ryan produced another memorable performance in the national spotlight. It was another big divisional game against a team that had previously beaten the Falcons earlier in the season. After squaring off against one of his main quarterback foes in Rodgers, he would be taking on two of his […]
Falcons sign Kyle Pitts to new 3-year deal
The Atlanta Falcons polarizing 2021 draft pick is here to stay. Kyle Pitts and the Falcons reached an agreement on a three-year, $54 million contract, with $36 million fully guaranteed. This is the largest three-year contract for a tight end in NFL history. While this may be the largest three-year contract handed out to a […]
Can the Falcons offensive line overcome losses at tackle? Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon
Can the Falcons offensive line overcome the losses of Kaleb McGary and Storm Norton at tackle? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz take an in-depth look at Atlanta’s offensive line, including the new additions at offensive tackle in Jawaan Taylor and Wanya Morris, the returning starters, and the players fighting for depth spots on the 2026 […]
The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Believe in the future MVP
As special as 2016 was for Matt Ryan and the Falcons, it took time for them to become the electrifying powerhouse that consistently scored over 30 points per game. They had their moments scoring at will against Carolina and New Orleans in the early part of the season. Beating the reigning Super Bowl champion Broncos […]
What’s your favorite vacation spot?
Happy Sunday and happy Father’s Day, if you’re a dad of any stripe. Since we’re deep into the weekend and starting the quiet stretch after minicamp, it’s time for another discussion post. This one’s simple: Where’s your favorite place to vacation? Do you love staying home but getting some time off from work? Are you […]
Atlanta’s reconstructing the tackle position on the fly
Kaleb McGary retired. Storm Norton will miss his second consecutive season owing to injury. The team’s options beyond that were, to put it mildly, not particularly inspiring. There was Mike Jerrell, a would-be swing tackle the Falcons traded for last year who has struggled in game action thus far in the NFL. There’s 2025 seventh […]
Falcons roster 2025: Which young defensive player will have the best season?
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. The Falcons have started drafting better defensively over the last three years. After struggling to identify […]
Can Zachariah Branch and Jahan Dotson revitalize the Falcons offense? Takes with Tre’Shon
Can rookie Zachariah Branch and veteran Jahan Dotson revitalize the Falcons offense in 2026? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz take an in-depth look at Atlanta’s wide receiver depth chart, giving thoughts on Drake London’s payday, the new additions and returning players, and how this group should be an improvement over 2025’s moribund unit. Fellow Falcoholics, […]
Falcons sign trio of UFL players, cut WR Casey Washington
I’m running a bit late to this news, but it’s surprising during minicamp. The Atlanta Falcons have signed three former UFL players they’ve worked out in recent days, and one of their three cuts qualifies as a bit of a shocker. That would be Casey Washington, who was an interesting addition as a sixth round […]
The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Rookie heroics against Chicago
Not every all-time great performance will have gaudy numbers. There are games where the overall opponent, in-game situations, and circumstances must be heavily taken into account. It’s not merely assessing the box score and determining that a performance is not good enough because only one touchdown was scored, after only one of four red zone […]
Falcons minicamp report with Daniel Flick: Falcoholic Live, Ep378
The Falcons are in the midst of their mandatory minicamp, and Kevin Knight is joined by beat reporter Daniel Flick (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) for the latest news and injury updates from the final practices of the summer. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the stream below or on YouTube You can […]
Falcons announce open training camp practices for 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are kicking off training camp this year with Matt Ryan back in the building as the president of football, a new general manager and head coach in Ian Cunningham and Kevin Stefanski, and tons of new faces on the roster. It’s a time where the Falcons are novel, hopes will run high, […]
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