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Falcons could make franchise history in the 2025 NFL Draft

For the first time in Terry Fontenot’s tenure, he’s not picking within the first eight selections of the NFL Draft, with the Falcons owning the 15th pick.

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The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

How many of the NFL regular-season MVPs can you name in six minutes?

The 'AP NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

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Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 18

Best value picks for the Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft

With less than a week to go until the 2025 NFL Draft, we discuss the best value picks for the Falcons in this class including a look at the first, second, and third rounds along with some names early and late on Day 3.

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18

Day 3 Linebackers Atlanta Falcons could Target in NFL Draft

Of the glaring needs on defense for the Atlanta Falcons, inside linebacker moved down the list with the signing of Divine Deablo in free agency. That said,

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18

Blockbuster Draft Trade Partner Potentially Emerging for Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons website has argued the team could trade back in the first round through multiple NFL mock drafts this spring. The possibility is now being discussed among national writers.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Former Falcons Hard-Nosed LB To Announce Day 2 Pick For Atlanta During NFL Draft

An Atlanta Falcons fan favorite will announce Atlanta's only day two pick in this year's NFL Draft. Former 1st round selection of the 1998 NFL Draft for the team, Keith Brooking, will announce the team's number 46 pick of the 2nd round on day two.

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.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 18

Falcons rumors: Atlanta ‘constantly’ named as NFL Draft trade-back candidate

One month after taking a big swing on Michael Penix Jr., the Atlanta Falcons are in another interesting draft position. With just five picks in their arsenal, many view the Falcons as one of the top candidates to trade back in the 2025 NFL Draft to acquire more assets.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18

Falcons Have Golden Draft Opportunity Despite Little Capital: Analyst

The Atlanta Falcons possess their lowest first-round pick in the NFL Draft in five years. They also don't have choices in the third, fifth or sixth rounds.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / April 18

Will the Falcons make a pick at No. 15?

The Falcons rarely trade up and never trade down, but circumstances suggest we should take the latter possibility seriously. The Atlanta Falcons are currently slated to pick 15th in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 17

Falcons Projected to Be Among Busiest Teams on Day 1 of NFL Draft

As we discussed a few days ago, the idea of the Atlanta Falcons trading back in the 2025 NFL Draft may be growing in popularity. The team's own senior reporter Tori McElhaney again dived into the potential scenario Thursday.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Ranking The Falcons Last Five First Round Picks

Since 2020, the Atlanta Falcons have had some high draft picks in the first round, and with the draft on the way here is a ranking of each first round pick since that time period.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 17

Could Latest Aaron Rodgers Interview Impact a Kirk Cousins Trade?

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Kirk Cousins will forever be linked in NFC North history. The two signal-callers met nine times during their tenures with the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 17

Day 3 Wide Receivers Atlanta Falcons Could Target in NFL Draft

Owning just-five picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons can’t afford to miss on their first-two selections. Yet, with three of their picks on Day 3 of the draft, several talented players lurk just below the surface of national attention.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 17

Atlanta Falcons Address 'Ridiculous' Roster Hole in NFL.com's Latest Mock Draft

With just over a week to go now until the NFL selection party extravaganza in Green Bay, Wisc., mock draft fatigue is getting real. Almost everybody is

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 17

It’s not great in Atlanta, but it’s worse in New Orleans

Things aren’t great in Atlanta for the Falcons. They didn’t have any money to spend in free agency, and replaced guys like Drew Dalman, Grady Jarrett, Matthew Judon, and Justin Simmons with Ryan Nuezil, Morgan Fox, Leonard Floyd, and Jordan Fuller.

Kyle Pitts News / Athlon Sports / April 16

If Kyle Pitts Does Not Get Traded, He Will Need A Pro Bowl Level Season

The Atlanta Falcons have been rumored since the middle of the season to trade the highest-drafted tight end in NFL history, but it has yet to happen. In four seasons Kyle Pitts has 196 total receptions for 2,651 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / April 16

Atlanta Falcons have hosted 2 intriguing Day 3 2025 NFL Draft prospects on top-30 visits that would be worth taking a flyer on

We are just over one week away from the 2025 NFL Draft. The Atlanta Falcons likely already have most of their draft board completed and are prepared for as many different scenarios as possible.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 16

Where the Atlanta Falcons pick in 2025 NFL Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and Falcons fans are excited because for the first time under Terry Fontenot the team is primed to take a defender in the first round.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 16

Latest On Trade Market For Falcons QB Kirk Cousins

Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer writes that the Browns’ decision to sign QB Joe Flacco is a sign that it’s less likely they trade for Falcons QB Kirk Cousins. Breer says the Falcons and Browns have been in touch over the past couple of months from a big-picture perspective on what a trade could potentially look like.

Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / April 16

Atlanta Falcons take a big risk in a new 2025 NFL mock draft but it would give them a chance to stick it to a divisional rival

The Atlanta Falcons are heading into a new era with Michael Penix Jr. preparing to be the team's Week one starter for the 2025 season. They fell just a game short of making the NFC playoffs last season and now have clear defensive needs that need to be addressed to prevent the same fate from happening again this year.

Terry Fontenot News / SportsTalkATL / April 16

Falcons listed among teams who could make a first-round trade

Every single year, Terry Fontenot answers one question the same way. That question revolves around him trading out of the Falcons’ first-round pick. “We could move up, down, or stay put… blah-blah-blah.” This year might actually be the one where Fontenot does move out of the 15th pick for a few reasons.

Kirk Cousins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 15

Falcons rumors: Kirk Cousins still expected to be traded for 2025 draft capital

The Atlanta Falcons hold the 15th overall pick in the NFL Draft. But the focus of this month’s draft in Atlanta will be the new home of Kirk Cousins. After Michael Penix Jr took over the starting quarterback, Cousins became expendable just a year after signing a massive contract.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 15

Insider addresses latest 'myth' about Browns possibly pursuing Cousins

Insider addresses latest 'myth' about Browns possibly pursuing Falcons' Kirk Cousins

The Falcons have suggested throughout the offseason that they are willing to have Cousins serve as a backup for Michael Penix Jr. if no team trades for the 36-year-old before the 2025 season gets underway.

Insider offers update on Browns, Kirk Cousins rumors amid Steelers' uncertainty

Browns' Kenny Pickett fires warning shot to Joe Flacco, potential rookie QB

Every trade involving the No. 1 overall NFL draft pick

The 'Most passing yards in an NFL game' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / April 14

Atlanta Falcons 7-round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Defensive line gets a rebuild beginning with a Round One gamble

We are less than two weeks until the 2025 NFL Draft officially kicks off. For the Atlanta Falcons, they are in the middle of an interesting offseason. Their offense is young and dynamic, but the defense needs a lot of retooling.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 14