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Falcons fans should temper expectations for Leonard Floyd

With Michael Penix Jr. in the fold, the Falcons goal this offseason was clear — fix the damn pass rush. It’s long been the weak point of Atlanta’s defense, which has handicapped the entire team for some time now.

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Vikings Hosting WR Rondale Moore For Visit

The Minnesota Vikings announced Friday that they’re hosting free agent WR Rondale Moore for a visit. Moore suffered a season-ending knee injury during training camp last year. Moore, 24, was a three-year starter at Purdue and was a consensus All-American as a freshman in 2018.

Kirk Cousins News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 14

Falcons Running Out of Options with Kirk Cousins According to Yahoo

As the offseason quarterback game of musical chairs winds down, Kirk Cousins could be the one left standing. Jobs are filling up around the NFL while the Atlanta Falcons wait for a trade partner to try and recoup some of the $90-million guaranteed they gave Cousins a year ago.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / March 14

The Falcons are refining their defense, not overhauling it

Atlanta is trying to build on an underperforming 2024 group, not blow it up, for better or for worse. When Raheem Morris took over the Atlanta Falcons last year, he made comparatively few changes to the defense.

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.

Taylor Heinicke News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 13

Former Falcons QB Signs New Deal in NFL Free Agency: Report

Veteran quarterback Taylor Heinicke will be back with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2025. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Thursday that Heinicke agreed to a one-year contract with the Chargers.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Falcons rumors: How hard did Atlanta blindside Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. pick?

After signing a four-year, $180 million contract ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, the expectation was that Kirk Cousins would be the Atlanta Falcons’ starter for one or two seasons at bare minimum.

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 / March 13

Falcons Barely Receive Passing Grade For Re-Signing Pair of Reserve Linemen

Bleacher Report loved the Atlanta Falcons signing veteran edge rusher Leonard Floyd. But the publication wasn't as big of a fan of the Falcons re-signing depth offensive linemen Storm Norton and Brandon Parker.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Falcons Re-Sign Offensive Lineman

The Atlanta Falcons have been busy holding onto offensive linemen since the NFL Free Agency period started. Having already brought back Elijah Wilkinson and Kyle Hinton, the Falcons re-signed veteran offensive tackle Storm Norton on Thursday.

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.

Storm Norton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13

Falcons Re-Sign OL Storm Norton

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have re-signed OL Storm Norton. Norton, 30, wound up signing a three-year, $1.66 million contract with the Lions as an undrafted free agent out of Toledo.

Brandon Parker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13

Falcons Re-Sign OT Brandon Parker

The Atlanta Falcons announced they re-signed OT Brandon Parker to a contract extension on Thursday. Parker, 29, is a former third-round pick of the Raiders back in 2018.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

NFL insiders are changing their tune on Falcons, Kirk Cousins mess

To begin this entire Falcons and Kirk Cousins debacle, every NFL insider expected the club to release the veteran before March 17, when a $10 million roster bonus for 2026 became fully guaranteed.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 13

Former Falcons' Brian Finneran Lights up Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons still have a big offseason decision to make with quarterback Kirk Cousins. If he is on the team's roster on Sunday evening, then the Falcons owe him a $10 million roster bonus.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Falcons make a flurry of free agent signings

The Falcons continue to add to the roster, the latest being a flurry of free agent additions, re-signing Kyle Hinton, Elijah Wilkinson, and Josh Woods.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Falcons place tender on potential Drew Dalman replacement

The Falcons saw two of their most critical pieces in the trenches depart in free agency, both landing with the Bears — Drew Dalman and Grady Jarrett. While Jarrett’s replacement will likely be a committee led by second-round pick Ruke Orhorhoro, that won’t be the case with Dalman’s replacement, who many believe could be Ryan Neuzil.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / March 13

Reporter shares why Falcons may keep Kirk Cousins without a trade

Reporter shares non-financial reason Falcons may keep Kirk Cousins without a trade

Do the Falcons have reason to hold on to Cousins unless a team is willing to give up assets to acquire the signal-caller?

Have teams changed minds about Russell Wilson amid Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins uncertainty?

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

Replacing a franchise NFL QB is a monumentally difficult task

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

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / March 13

Cherishing Grady Jarrett’s legacy in Atlanta

Following a decade of consistent high-level play in the trenches, the beloved defensive tackle leaves the Falcons as an all-time franchise great. No matter the circumstances, there was always one guarantee over the last decade when the Atlanta Falcons stepped on the field.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 13

Have teams changed minds about Wilson amid Rodgers, Cousins uncertainty?

Have teams changed minds about Russell Wilson amid Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins uncertainty?

The Steelers, Browns, Titans and Giants all need legitimate QB1s for the 2025 season and could all be interested in starting a so-called "bridge option."

Is Aaron Rodgers hoping for offer from Packers' bitter rival?

Steelers reportedly made offer to QB other than Justin Fields, Aaron Rodgers

At least one QB-needy team reportedly has no interest in Steelers' Russell Wilson

The greatest NFL playoff quarterbacks of all time

The 'Rookie passing yard leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

Eddie Goldman News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13

Commanders to sign veteran DT on a one-year deal

Eddie Goldman has unretired twice, having sat out the 2022 and ’23 seasons. The former Bears mainstay, however, made a return stick last season and did enough to secure a signing early in free agency.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Falcons Add Depth Within Re-Signing Two Players On Wednesday

The Atlanta Falcons have re-signed a couple of talented veterans today. The team signed veteran wide receiver/special teams contributor KhaDarel Hodge and defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham during the official start of the NFL's league year on Wednesday.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 12

Falcons bring back another key member of 2024 team

The Falcons have a lot of holes still left to fill this offseason, but their special teams group is looking very good ahead of next season. Atlanta’s first move of the offseason was inking long-snapper Liam McCullough to a long-term contract extension.

KhaDarel Hodge News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12