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The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: How big of an impact will Za’Darius Smith have?
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. It was only a matter of time before the Falcons signed a veteran pass rusher following Jalon Walker’s season-ending injury and James Pearce’s eight-game suspension. The […]
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. participates in full practice Monday
I thought the Falcons would slow-roll Michael Penix into full contact after he was medically cleared to return to football activities over the weekend. And Monday was not a padded practice, so that’s been slow-rolled at least until tomorrow. But Penix did get a lot of work. Cooper Rush and Jack Strand did not get […]
The Falcoholic Reacts: Playing it safe at inside linebacker
Who plays alongside Divine Deablo is one of the several positional battles this summer. With plenty to be decided across the defensive line, the linebacker to complement one of Atlanta’s most valuable defensive players will play a pivotal role in keeping a defense filled with uncertainty afloat. Three players have emerged as options, though only […]
Falcons news: Michael Penix cleared to play; what does it mean for Atlanta?
It’s a lot more fun to put Monday’s Falcons Opening Drive together after the Falcons absolutely dominated the Colts in preseason action on Saturday afternoon. Below, I’ve got some thoughts on Michael Penix Jr. being medically cleared and what it means for this quarterback depth chart. We’ve also got some fun looks back at Saturday’s […]
Falcons snap counts from a blowout preseason win over the Colts
Snap counts, you say? Snap counts, I say. Here’s a quick breakdown of how the Falcons portioned out playing time yesterday in their preseason game against the Colts. Offense G Andrew Stueber: 55 G Kam Dewberry: 55 C James Brockermeyer: 49 WR Vinny Anthony: 46 QB Jack Strand: 44 T Ethan Onianwa: 41 G Brandon […]
Falcons – Colts preseason recap: An unreserved beatdown from the reserves
A game like this during the regular season would feed the Falcons fanbase for a long time. We’d crow over the result, allow it to dampen any roller coaster stretches that followed, and bring it up unprompted years later. Because it’s a preseason game, the glow won’t last nearly as long, but it still made […]
Michael Penix injury update: Falcons QB cleared for football activities
Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 activities, and the Atlanta Falcons QB1 race is still wide open. Early this week, Penix Jr. spoke more in depth about his belief that he is closer than ever and can do anything the coaching staff asks of him; it simply came down to whether or not […]
Falcons – Colts preseason instant recap: Atlanta dominates the day
Well, that went better. Atlanta’s backups dominated Indy’s backups in the first half of this one, with Cooper Rush and Jack Strand dicing them up through the air, Tyler Goodson and Nate Carter running them over for a pair of rushing touchdowns, and the defense frequently slowing Riley Leonard and company. Paired with another strong […]
Falcons vs. Colts 2026 preseason discussion
This may look like like real football than preseason Week 1, given the absence of starters, but it surely can’t be less enjoyable than the one-sided drubbing the Broncos handed Atlanta at home last Friday. Buckle up for Falcons-Colts, the battles of the backups, and let’s hope for a competitive, injury-free game with some standout […]
Falcons vs Colts Preseason Watch Party: Falcoholic Live
The Falcons are taking on the Colts today at 1 PM ET in the second week of the 2026 NFL preseason. Follow along with Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic as they discuss the game live and take fan questions through all four quarters. We’ll be tracking the quarterbacks, the play of Atlanta’s rookies, and a […]
Falcons at Colts preseason 2026: How to watch, start time, TV, and odds
Ready to watch some more preseason football? Of course you are. Here’s the key information for when Falcons-Colts kicks off and how you can watch it. Schedule & TV information Date: Saturday, August 22 Time: 1 p.m. EDT Channel: FOX5 Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana Radio: 92.9 The Game & affiliates locally with Dave […]
What to know about Falcons – Colts in preseason Week 2
Depending on your perspective, this is either going to be the worst week of preseason or the best. With joint practices being the priority this week, starters will be sitting in this one for the Falcons, which means it’ll be reserve and roster hopefuls from opening kickoff to the final seconds. If you’re invested in […]
Falcons news: What we learned about QB position from joint practices with Colts
I’m just going to cut to the chase here — obviously, we’re going to focus on the Falcons’ joint practices with the Colts today. I’ve spent the past two days in Westfield, Ind. covering those practices, and I have a lot of thoughts to share in the Opening Drive — mostly about the quarterback situation. […]
Falcons-Colts joint practices Day 2: A better day for Atlanta
WESTFIELD, Ind. — It’s hard to be certain given the impossibility of keeping track of everything that’s happening on both fields, and it was close, but I think Atlanta won the day today. Kevin Stefanski spoke before practice, which was once again fast-paced and high energy. Like Wednesday, both teams started off working through their […]
Falcons depth chart 2026: Preseason Week 2
The Falcons’ updated unofficial depth chart for the second preseason game has been released, and there aren’t any massive changes or big surprises. Some observations: The updated depth chart for preseason Week 2 vs. the Indianapolis Colts is below. Let us know in the comments what you think about this updated depth chart and how […]
Falcons urgently need to make adjustments after preseason loss to Broncos
The Falcoholic’s monthly roundtable has returned for the 2026 season. With preseason in full effect, it’s time to lock in and start discussing some of the most pressing topics surrounding the Falcons. This has been a staple on the website for several years. As the season goes on, more guests will join the conversation each […]
Falcons, Colts joint training camp practices: How Atlanta performed on Day 1
WESTFIELD, Ind. — I can’t believe I got sunburned in Indiana. I’ve been at dozens of Falcons training camp practices in Flowery Branch over the years, and I’ve come home with exactly zero sunburns in the last decade or so. I wear sunscreen religiously, including today. I reapplied before I went out on the practice […]
Falcons joint practice report and Colts preview ft. Daniel Flick: Falcoholic Live, Ep385
The Falcons face the Colts in the second week of the 2026 preseason, with a series of joint practice sessions preceding Saturday’s game. Kevin Knight is joined by Daniel Flick (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) for a report from joint practice in Indianapolis, along with Daniel’s take on the Falcons preseason debut and what we should expect to […]
ESPN: The Falcons won’t make the playoffs from 2027 to 2029
You’ve seen grim projections about the Falcons before, but have you seen “they won’t make the playoffs before the new decade” when we’re sitting in the year 2026? You’re about to. ESPN put together a future power rankings article covering every NFL franchise, focusing on 2027 through 2029, and the Falcons ranked 27th out of […]
Atlanta Falcons news: Joint practice No. 1 with the Colts, and ‘Kicking the Stigma’
Good morning, Falcoholics, and hello from Marion, Ohio. I’m here as you read this but will be hitting the road bright and early on I-70 toward Indianapolis for the Falcons’ joint practices with the Colts. Today we’re going to talk a little bit about mental health, because today’s joint practice is focused on the Colts’ […]
Falcons preseason concerns and Za’Darius Smith signing: Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon
The Falcons looked a bit unprepared for the Broncos in their first preseason game. How concerned should we be about Atlanta’s 2026 season? Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz review the film from Friday’s game, breaking down the good and the bad on offense, defense, and special teams. Plus thoughts on the signing of edge rusher […]
The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: Who is the next starting inside linebacker?
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. In the midst of the coaching staff trying to figure out who they can count on across the defensive line, a new starting linebacker will need […]
Falcons quarterback competitions to rage on, says Kevin Stefanski
There are two separate quarterback competitions going on for the Atlanta Falcons. The first is the battle for the starting job, where Tua Tagovailoa is in the driver’s seat because he’s healthy enough to appear in full-team practices and play in preseason games, where Michael Penix Jr. is working his way back. The second is […]
Falcons sign edge rusher Za’Darius Smith to one-year deal
Here comes some help for Atlanta’s pass rush, and from a source that would have seemed mighty unlikely even a month ago. The Falcons announced Tuesday morning that they had signed Za’Darius Smith to a one year contract, bringing the 34-year-old into the fold after the team lost Jalon Walker for the year to injury […]
Falcons sign WR Beaux Collins, cut OL Layden Robinson and P Matthew Hayball
I thought Layden Robinson and Matthew Hayball held up pretty well in the first preseason game, but the team apparently did not agree. Hayball, the team’s International Pathways Player for 2026, gets the boot alongside Robinson, who played the fifth-highest snap total of anyone on offense Friday night and was not tabbed with any allowed […]
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