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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 14
Falcons Eye 'Basketball Team' Approach to Pass Rush with Floyd, Fox Signings
While the Atlanta Hawks prepare for the NBA playoffs, the nearby Falcons also have their mind on the hardwood. Down on resources and searching for ways to better a pass rush that ranked second-to-last in the NFL with 31 sacks in 2024, the Falcons want to field a capable starting five and a solid bench in their rush packages.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 4
NFL exec on Falcons free agency: 'Swapping average for average'
The Falcons didn’t come into the offseason with much cap space. They actually had to make some difficult decisions just to get out of the red, like cutting Grady Jarrett after the two sides couldn’t come together on a new deal.
Atlanta Falcons News / Viral Sports News / March 27
Falcons Blasted for Free Agent Signing, But For a Unique Reason
The Atlanta Falcons entered the offseason knowing they had to improve their roster, particularly after going just 8-9 this past year. Unfortunately, they haven’t been able to do all that much.
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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 26
ESPN blasts Falcons for their free agency class
The Falcons were surprisingly quiet during the rush of NFL free agency, making a few minor moves on the defensive side of the ball but nothing that will significantly change the team’s outlook heading into the 2025 season.
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 / March 26
Leonard Floyd Has One Job with Atlanta Falcons: 'Get the Quarterback'
Earlier in the month, the Atlanta Falcons signed veteran pass-rusher Leonard Floyd to a one-year, $10 million contract, providing a much-needed upgrade for a team that struggled to pressure the quarterback all season. On Tuesday, Floyd addressed the media for his first time as a Falcon, during his introductory press conference.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / March 25
Leonard Floyd aims for 11 sacks in 2025 
At his introductory news conference, Falcons edge rusher Leonard Floyd was asked what he will bring to the defense. Floyd called himself "a smoking gun." "Picture third down," Floyd said, via Terrin Waack of the team website.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 20
Leonard Floyd Could Be Atlanta Falcons' Free Agent Bargain
In signing Leonard Floyd, the Atlanta Falcons took a small step in addressing the eternal pass rush issues. He's bringing more than his ability to disrupt the quarterback though, he's a veteran with extensive playoff experience. Reverse Aging Floyd’s 33rd birthday on September 8th coincides with the start of the 2025 season.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 19
Why did the 49ers Release Veteran DE Leonard Floyd?
This is one of the strangest things the 49ers did this offseason, and they've done some whoppers so far. On March 11, they released veteran defensive end Leonard Floyd and took on an $8.632 million dead cap hit to do so.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 15
Post Free Agency Mock Draft Sees Little Change in Falcons First-Round Plan
The Atlanta Falcons began addressing their offseason needs, particularly on defense, during the first week of NFL free agency. Most notably, the Falcons added edge rusher Leonard Floyd on a one-year contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 14
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.
NFL News / Field Level Media / March 12
Reports: Falcons land DE Leonard Floyd on 1-year deal
On the same day that Leonard Floyd was released by the San Francisco 49ers, the edge rusher agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, ESPN and NFL.com reported.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11
Leonard Floyd signs with new team after being cut by 49ers
Leonard Floyd may have been cut by the San Francisco 49ers, but it’s not all bad news for him this week. Floyd is signing a 1-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons worth $10 million.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 11
Falcons quickly sign recently-released 49ers DE Leonard Floyd
Leonard Floyd didn't stay on the free-agent market for long. Shortly after the San Francisco 49ers announced his release, NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that the Atlanta Falcons are signing the defensive end to a one-year, $10 million deal — a raise from his previous contract.
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.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 11
Chicago Bears have another chance at reunion with pass-rusher
The Chicago Bears have a chance to reunite with their former first-round pick, but should they?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 11
Report: 49ers release DE Leonard Floyd
The roster reset in Santa Clara continues. ESPN's Adam Schefter first reported that the San Francisco 49ers were releasing defensive end Leonard Floyd, who spent just one season with the team after signing a two-year, $20 million deal in 2024.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 11
49ers Releasing OLB Leonard Floyd
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the 49ers are releasing OLB Leonard Floyd. Per Over The Cap, the 49ers would take on a dead cap hit of $8.6 million with $1.48 million in cap savings if it’s a pre-June 1st release.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11
49ers to release veteran edge-rusher
Leonard Floyd was known to be a release candidate for the 49ers. The veteran edge rusher is indeed being let go.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 26
Leonard Floyd eager for showdown between 49ers and former team, the Bills
The San Francisco 49ers face another tough test this weekend as they head to Highmark Stadium for a road matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Defensive end Leonard Floyd is particularly fired up for the challenge, as the game pits him against his former team.
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