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Kyle Pitts #8 of the Atlanta Falcons carries the ball during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on September 26, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Bijan Robinson poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected eight overall by the Atlanta Falcons during the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Falcons Announce Jersey Number For RB Bijan Robinson

No. 7 has always been iconic for the Atlanta Falcons franchise. Michael Vick didn't have his number retired, most likely because of his off-the-field issues. Now, however, there's a chance someone will one day make that number go high into the rafters. https://twitter.com/Atla

Ernesto Cova • 5 months ago

Bijan Robinson poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected eighth overall by the Atlanta Falcons during the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Bijan Robinson's Football Career Has Come Full Circle

Going into day one of the 2023 NFL Draft, much of the buzz surrounded quarterbacks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, and Anthony Richardson, who went in the first four picks. But another big name was Bijan Robinson, the talented running back from the University of Texas. Robinson ended u

Robert Marvi • 5 months ago

Atlanta Falcons football helmet during the NFL game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Atlanta Falcons on October 20, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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NFL Fans Are Remembering A Falcons Draft Pick On This Day

On today's episode of "This Day In History," we wanted to highlight Michael Vick, given his historic achievement. As Dov Kleiman points out, Vick made NFL history, as he was the first African-American quarterback to be drafted first overall, going to the Atlanta Falcons in 2001.

Andrew Elmquist • 5 months ago

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Ernesto Cova • 5 months ago The Atlanta Falcons would be wise to pursue a new quarterback. Their current QB room consists of Taylor Heinicke and Desmond Ridder. Ridder wasn't impressive in limited action in his rookie season, and his prospects as an NFL starter were never all that clear to begin with. As

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A Falcons QB Has Announced A New Jersey Number Change

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Controversial Georgia Star Visiting Falcons Today

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NFL Insider Explains Why Bud Dupree Joined The Falcons

Jarrett Prendergast • 6 months ago

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The Falcons Are Signing A Former Titans Linebacker

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

Grady Jarrett #97 of the Atlanta Falcons jogs towards his sideline before his game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 10, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Falcons Star Names The Units That Will Shine In 2023

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

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Falcons Star Names The Units That Will Shine In 2023

Grady Jarrett #97 of the Atlanta Falcons jogs towards his sideline before his game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 10, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago The Atlanta Falcons have been one of the most active teams in the NFL throughout the offseason. So far, they have added over six new players to their roster, including Calais Campbell, Jessie Bates, and Taylor Heinicke. After finishing the 2022 season with a 7-10 record, the Falc

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NFL Insider Highlights A Huge Offseason For The Falcons

Robert Marvi • 6 months ago

The helmet of an Atlanta Falcons player sits on the turf before the start of the Falcons and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 15, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Falcons Analyst Shares An Upcoming Draft Prediction

Robert Marvi • 6 months ago

Calais Campbell #93 of the Baltimore Ravens takes the field prior to a game against the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Calais Campbell Reveals Why He Signed With The Falcons

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

Defensive Tackle Calais Campbell #93 of the Baltimore Ravens stands on the field prior to the preseason game against the Washington Commanders at M&T Bank Stadium on August 27, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Calais Campbell Reveals Why He Signed With The Falcons

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

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Calais Campbell Reveals Why He Signed With The Falcons

Defensive Tackle Calais Campbell #93 of the Baltimore Ravens stands on the field prior to the preseason game against the Washington Commanders at M&T Bank Stadium on August 27, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago The Atlanta Falcons finished the 2022 season with a 7-10 record. They haven't had a winning record since 2017, and have been looking to get back on track for the last several seasons. While they have been relatively quiet during the NFL offseason, they recently signed Calais Camp

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Fans React To Today's Calais Campbell News

Calais Campbell #93 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up before the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago Calais Campbell has been one of the league's best defensive ends for more than a decade. Thus far in his career, he has received numerous accolades, including the Walter Payton Man of the Year award, a first-team All-Pro appearance, and six Pro Bowls. He was also named to the 201

Atlanta Falcons football helmet during the NFL game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Atlanta Falcons on October 20, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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The Falcons Are Signing A Former Ravens DE

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank on the field prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 01, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Falcons Owner Defends Their Decision To Not Pursue Lamar Jackson

Ryan Ward • 6 months ago

The helmet of an Atlanta Falcons player sits on the turf before the start of the Falcons and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 15, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The Falcons Are Signing A Former Buccaneers WR

Ryan Ward • 6 months ago

Head coach Arthur Smith of the Atlanta Falcons looks on during warmups before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Falcons Coach Comments On Team's Current QB Situation

Andrew Elmquist • 6 months ago

The helmet of an Atlanta Falcons player sits on the turf before the start of the Falcons and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 15, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The Falcons Are Signing A Former Commanders QB

Andrew Elmquist • 7 months ago

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The Falcons Are Signing A Former Commanders QB

The helmet of an Atlanta Falcons player sits on the turf before the start of the Falcons and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 15, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Andrew Elmquist • 7 months ago In the NFL, if a team doesn't have a viable starting quarterback, it is difficult for them to find sustained success. The New York Jets, for example, had one of the NFL's best defenses in 2022 but fell short due to quarterback woes. The Atlanta Falcons, despite having two elite r

he Atlanta Falcons spikes the ball after a touchdown by Lee Smith #85 of the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter in the game against New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on September 26, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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The Falcons Announce Big Contract Extension With Offensive Lineman

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Jonnu Smith #81 of the New England Patriots warms up against the Cincinnati Bengals at Gillette Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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The Patriots Are Trading A TE To The Falcons

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The Falcons Have Re-Signed A Key Player On Defense

Andrew Elmquist • 7 months ago

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The Falcons Have Re-Signed A Key Player On Defense

Atlanta Falcons helmets on the field during the Super Bowl LI practice on February 2, 2017 in Houston, Texas.

Andrew Elmquist • 7 months ago As of this moment, there are less than 24 hours for teams to use the franchise tag, and just over a week until free agency begins. Many teams have gone into overdrive, working tirelessly to close deals with their current players ahead of these two deadlines. Recently, the Atlanta

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The Falcons Are Moving On From A Key Player Last Season

Andrew Elmquist • 7 months ago The Atlanta Falcons' 2022 season can likely be chalked up to a rebuilding year. After two straight seasons of taking a skill position with their first pick in the draft, the Falcons have continued to look to the future. Without a solid quarterback in the NFL, it's difficult to mo

Atlanta Falcons football helmet during the NFL game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Atlanta Falcons on October 20, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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Ernesto Cova • 7 months ago

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NFL Insider Says Falcons Will Have Interest In 1 Star QB If Available

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

Matt Ryan #2 of the Indianapolis Colts warms up before the game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Matt Ryan Reportedly Has A New Career Path In Mind

Ernesto Cova • 7 months ago

Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up prior to a game against the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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1 Team Named With Highest Odds For Lamar Jackson If He Leaves Ravens

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

Cordarrelle Patterson #84 of the Atlanta Falcons carries the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Cordarrelle Patterson Is Trying His Best To Recruit Free Agents

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

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Cordarrelle Patterson Is Trying His Best To Recruit Free Agents

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Falcons Player Says He Wants To Be With Team His Whole Career

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

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The Falcons Are Losing A Legendary Coach

Matt Wadleigh • 9 months ago

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Falcons HC Offers Hope About His QB Change

Ben Tredinnick • 10 months ago

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The Falcons Have An Easy Marcus Mariota Decision To Make

Andrew Elmquist • 10 months ago

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Andrew Elmquist • 10 months ago The Atlanta Falcons have put themselves into a fresh position at quarterback. Last week, they announced they would be rolling out rookie Desmond Ridder for their remaining games this season, effectively benching quarterback Marcus Mariota. This came directly before the news that