Atlanta Falcons: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Falcons Draft Picks Set: Where Is Atlanta Picking in 2025?

The NFL provided teams with the list of compensatory picks and, subsequently, the full order for the 2025 draft -- which means the Atlanta Falcons' selections are set.

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Kirk Cousins’ most likely landing spot revealed

The Atlanta Falcons are still expected to move on from quarterback Kirk Cousins within the next week, and a likely landing spot has emerged for the veteran.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Leonard Floyd finds new NFL home after release from 49ers

Floyd is 33 years old and coming off his least productive season since 2019.

49ers continue fire sale by releasing this nine-time Pro Bowler

Longtime 49ers FB's wife has blunt reaction to release

Winners, losers of Monday's NFL free agency: Commanders a big winner with looming trade

The greatest pass-rushing group for each NFL franchise

The 'NFL 100-sack club members' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / March 11

Falcons sign veteran EDGE Leonard Floyd to bolster pass rush

Atlanta adds a veteran fresh off an 8.5 sack season to their EDGE group. THEY DID IT. THEY SIGNED AN EDGE RUSHER. Leonard Floyd has returned home to the state of Georgia to take on the daunting task of fixing the Atlanta Falcons pass rush.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

Falcons sign much-needed pass rusher

After a slow start to free agency yesterday, the Falcons have made two significant signings within an hour of each other to bolster the defense. Cornerback Mike Hughes is back on a three-year deal, and former Georgia Bulldogs defender Leonard Floyd returns close to home to strengthen Atlanta’s pass rush, per Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Falcons reunite with key cornerback on $18 million contract

The Atlanta Falcons’ defensive focus continues on day two of the free agency negotiating period in the 2025 offseason. Shortly after locking up linebacker Divine Deablo, the Falcons retained cornerback Mike Hughes on a three-year extension.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Falcons agree to one-year deal with productive edge-rusher

The veteran edge-rusher has very quickly managed to find a new home.

Falcons to re-sign veteran CB Mike Hughes

Are Browns waiting for Falcons to make Kirk Cousins decision amid QB uncertainty?

Former Falcons DT to land with Bears

25 NFL all-timers who never won the Super Bowl

The 'NFL 100-sack club members' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

Falcons bring back key defensive piece

With Grady Jarrett and Drew Dalman headed to Chicago, the Falcons have a ton of holes to fill, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. The middle of the defensive line is lacking experience and EDGE rusher has been a problem in Atlanta for more than a decade.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Mike Hughes News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Falcons to re-sign veteran CB Mike Hughes

After spending the past two years with the Falcons, Mike Hughes‘ time with the team is set to continue. The veteran corner has a new deal in place with Atlanta, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.

Grady Jarrett News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

ESPN names Grady Jarrett a winner of NFL Free Agency

After the first 24 hours or so of the legal tampering period, the Falcons have more questions than answers. Not only did their most notable free agent, Drew Dalman, sign elsewhere, but Grady Jarrett was also shockingly released and subsequently signed elsewhere.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Falcons Land Former Raiders Stud LB In Free Agency

The Atlanta Falcons have been central to differing opinions regarding the franchise's latest moves. But the team has landed an asset to bolster the defense.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

Browns reporter says team will have Falcons QB Kirk Cousins 'probably by the weekend'

The Falcons haven’t made any notable moves, unless you consider signing Divine Deablo a “notable” move, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t been involved in notable moves.

Divine Deablo News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 11

Atlanta Falcons Grade for Divine Deablo Signing from SI

The official start to free agency begins on Wednesday, but teams have been able to publicly come to terms with pending free agents since noon on Monday.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Falcons add former 106-tackle Raiders stud on $14 million contract

Many expected the Atlanta Falcons to enter free agency with a defensive focus, and they have done just that. As one of their first marquee moves of the negotiating period, the Falcons agreed to terms with former Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo.

John Leake News / The Spun / March 11

Former NFL Player Sentenced To 30 Months In Federal Prison

At one point linebacker John Leake got to live the dream of going from playing college football to playing in the NFL. But in the years since his retirement, he's been busy in some pretty bad ways and is now set to spend a few years in prison.

Terry Fontenot News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

Terry Fontenot’s first Falcons draft class looks worse and worse

Terry Fontenot has not been good in the NFL Draft since taking over as the Falcons ‘ general manager. It’s that simple, and his first draft class has almost completely dissipated with Richie Grant now signing with the 49ers, according to Jeremy Fowler.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Could Raiders treat Geno Smith like Falcons handled Kirk Cousins?

This would be a shocking move by the franchise.

Raiders still have more work to do after Geno Smith trade

Geno Smith is better off after trade from Seahawks

Geno Smith trade should be lesson to not believe what teams say

Replacing a franchise NFL QB is a monumentally difficult task

The 'Active NFL passing yard leaders' quiz

Richie Grant News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 11

Former Falcons Second-Round Pick Signs with 49ers

The Atlanta Falcons have officially lost safety Richie Grant in free agency. Grant agreed to a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Are Browns waiting for Falcons to make Cousins decision?

Are Browns waiting for Falcons to make Kirk Cousins decision amid QB uncertainty?

Cousins was linked with the Browns almost immediately after the Falcons turned to Michael Penix Jr., as he had Cleveland HC Kevin Stefanski as a QBs coach and OC when the two were previously with the Vikings.

Grading notable QB offseason deals

Winners, losers of Monday's NFL free agency: Commanders a big winner with looming trade

What addition of QB Sam Darnold means for Seahawks

25 NFL all-timers who never won the Super Bowl

The 'Active passing yards-per-game leaders' quiz

Grady Jarrett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 10

Bears Signing DT Grady Jarrett To Three-Year, $43.5M Deal

According to Adam Schefter, the Bears are signing former Falcons DT Grady Jarrett to a three-year, $43.5 million deal. Schefter adds the deal includes $28.5 million guaranteed and comes out to $14.5 million per year. Jarrett was scheduled to make a little over $16 million in 2025 when he was released by the Falcons just today.

Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / March 10

Reports: Falcons to release DT Grady Jarrett, saving $16.25M

Defensive tackle Grady Jarrett will be released by the Atlanta Falcons in a cap-related move, his agent confirmed to multiple outlets. The Falcons would save up to $16.25 million in salary cap space by parting with Jarrett, a centerpiece of the Atlanta defense since he was drafted by the team in the fifth round of the 2015 draft.

Jake Matthews News / Field Level Media / March 10

Report: Falcons, OT Jake Matthews agree on 2-year, $45 million contract extension

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with left tackle Jake Matthews for $45 million, the NFL Network reported on Sunday night.