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Falcons | Falcons signing Prince Emili Wed Jun 19, 02:13 PM
Free-agent DT Prince Emili (UFL) is signing with the Atlanta Falcons, per source on Wednesday, June 19. The length and financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Casey Washington making strong first impression Tue Jun 18, 02:14 PM
Atlanta Falcons sixth-round draft choice WR Casey Washington has been 'killing it out there' and 'fitting in really, really well,' according to teammate Drake London.
| Footballguys view: According to SI.com's Daniel Flick, from the first session of rookie minicamp May 10 onward, Washington found strong chemistry with first-round quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The 6-2, 200-pound Washington jumped onto Atlanta's radar with a strong finish to his senior season and a 39.5-inch vertical, which he paired with a 4.46 40-yard dash at his pro day to form a convincing athletic profile. Washington won't be of interest in most leagues, but those in very deep Dynasty formats should have him on the radar. |
Falcons | Michael Penix currently third on depth chart? Tue Jun 18, 12:18 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. worked with the backups during minicamp while veteran QB Taylor Heinicke worked with the first team. Starting QB Kirk Cousins (Achilles') is still recovering from an Achilles' injury and did not take part in camp.
| Footballguys view: According to ESPN.com's Marc Raimondi, Penix has shown flashes of brilliance this spring, especially on the deep ball. But he also has been plagued with inconsistency, missing some touch passes. All in all, Penix being listed behind Cousins and Heinicke at this point isn't surprising. |
Falcons | Atlanta adding Jaryd Jones-Smith Mon Jun 17, 09:06 PM
Free-agent OT Jaryd Jones-Smith (Commanders) agreed to terms with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, June 17, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Harrison Hand financials Thu Jun 13, 02:29 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent CB Harrison Hand (Bears) signed a one-year contract worth $1.055 million on Tuesday, June 11.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta loses draft pick for tampering Thu Jun 13, 11:16 AM
The Atlanta Falcons were fined $250,000 and docked a 2025 fifth-round draft selection for violating the NFL's anti-tampering policy with three players, including QB Kirk Cousins, the league announced Thursday, June 13.
| Footballguys view: So much for Cousins saying "There's not a whole lot there" when asked about potential tampering. The NFL decided otherwise, and the Falcons are docked some cash and a pick. |
Falcons | Grady Jarrett hopes to be ready for camp Wed Jun 12, 07:24 PM
Atlanta Falcons DT Grady Jarrett (knee) said he hopes to be ready to practice when training camp begins, according to ESPN.com's Marc Raimondi.
Link to story Falcons | Harrison Hand joins Falcons Tue Jun 11, 06:52 PM
Free-agent CB Harrison Hand (Bears) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Tuesday, June 11. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also released CB Anthony Sao.
Link to story Falcons | Time For The Bijan Robinson Show Tue Jun 11, 12:22 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson is going to be used as much as possible, according to head coach Raheem Morris. When asked about Robinson's role, Morris said: 'Get the ball to Bijan as much as you can in as many ideal situations as you possibly can.'
| Footballguys view: We've already heard it from Robinson and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. Now Morris is singing from the same sheet. It seems safe to assume the Falcons will make a concerted effort to get Bijan the football. Both Robinson's have mentioned Christian McCaffrey-like usage. That was 22.1 opportunities per game last season. We can draw a more direct line to what we saw in Los Angeles, where Zac Robinson worked under Sean McVay when Rams RB Kyren Williams averaged 21.6 touches per game in his breakout season last year. If Bijan Robinson gets that kind of usage this year, he will offer investors RB1 overall upside. |
Falcons | Bijan Robinson hopes for significant role Sun Jun 9, 06:05 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson said he hopes to be used similarly to how San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is used in the Falcons new offensive scheme.
| Footballguys view: Remember, incoming coordinator Zac Robinson also discussed the possibility of using Bijan like McCaffrey. The coach explained: "Bijan's such a talented player. He's gonna play running back, first and foremost - and then any way we can find creative ways to get him the ball like the Niners do with McCaffrey is exactly right." Assuming the Falcons run a scheme similar to what Zac Robinson worked with under Sean McVay in Los Angeles (McVay has always been best when relying on one back to drive his offenses), Bijan profiles as a player who should see his stats boosted. |
Falcons | JaQuae Jackson off roster Tue Jun 4, 06:33 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR JaQuae Jackson was waived Tuesday, June 4.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta claims Andrew Stueber Tue Jun 4, 06:02 PM
Former New England Patriots OT Andrew Stueber was claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Falcons Tuesday, June 4.
Link to story Falcons | Bijan Robinson back on field Mon Jun 3, 04:14 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson (ankle) participated in the voluntary workout Monday, June 3.
| Footballguys view: Having Robinson at full speed will be vital to the Falconsâ?? hopes for the 2024 season, so expect a cautious approach to set the second-year back up for a healthy fall. |
Falcons | Kyle Pitts primed for big year? Sun Jun 2, 09:24 AM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts has picked up the new offense well, according to offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. 'And so, I'm just excited to see him continue to get more comfortable in the system,' Robinson said. 'And the sky's the limit for what kind of season he can have.'
| Footballguys view: Robinson has a great mind for offensive football, and we see him as a future head coach (perhaps sooner rather than later). He'll know what to do with the Falcons' offense, and Pitts should be a big part of what they do. We like projecting Pitts for 65 receptions or so. His touchdown total (only six in three seasons) will determine how high he ranks in the TE1 tier. Projecting Pitts for around five touchdowns sounds about right. |
Falcons | Tucker Fisk let go Fri May 31, 04:37 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Tucker Fisk (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list with an injury settlement on Friday, May 31.
Link to story Falcons | Brandon Dorlus under contract Thu May 30, 04:24 PM
Atlanta Falcons fourth-round draft choice DE Brandon Dorlus (Oregon) signed a four-year contract on Thursday, May 30. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Troy Andersen not dealing with any restrictions Sun May 26, 11:22 AM
Atlanta Falcons LB Troy Andersen (shoulder, pectoral) does not have any limitations while participating in organized team activities. He is continuing his recovery from shoulder and pectoral injuries sustained in Week 3's game during the 2023 season.
Link to story Falcons | Tucker Fisk moved to IR Thu May 23, 04:29 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Tucker Fisk (undisclosed) was moved to the Reserve/Injured list Thursday, May 23, after clearing waivers.
Link to story Falcons | Bijan Robinson could return for minicamp Thu May 23, 01:38 AM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson (ankle) is not participating in OTAs due to an ankle injury, but head coach Raheem Morris said that Robinson is 'progressing well' and is 'hoping' that he will be available for the team's mandatory minicamp in June.
| Footballguys view: We won't be worried about this unless Robinson is limited to open camp. It's tough to choose between Robinson and Breece Hall in the middle of the first round. This could create some separation if it's an issue that lingers into the summer. |
Falcons | Tucker Fisk waived/injured Wed May 22, 04:53 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Tucker Fisk (undisclosed) was waived/injured Wednesday, May 22.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta adding Odieu Hiliare Wed May 22, 03:51 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Odieu Hiliare (Bowling Green) agreed to terms with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, May 22, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | A.J. Terrell sits out Tuesday Tue May 21, 07:50 PM
Atlanta Falcons CB A.J. Terrell (hamstring) did not participate in the voluntary workout Tuesday, May 21, because of a tight hamstring.
Link to story Falcons | Bijan Robinson on track for camp Tue May 21, 05:08 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson (ankle) will be limited during the organized team activities because of an injury but should be a full participant when training camp starts, according to head coach Raheem Morris.
| Footballguys view: The Falcons are in Phase 3 of OTAs and hold practice Monday through Thursday this week before veterans take a week off and return for the final stint of voluntary practice before mandatory minicamp wraps up the team's offseason work. The expectation for Robinson, Morris said, is to be back for some on-field, "movement" work by mandatory minicamp. The Falcons will officially start their summer break on June 12. That break will allow Robinson further time to rest before returning for training camp at the end of July. The expectation is to have Robinson at full-go for training camp. We'll be watching for more. |
Falcons | Atlanta inks Daylen Baldwin Tue May 21, 03:57 PM
Free-agent WR Daylen Baldwin (Vikings) reportedly signed a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, May 21. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Bralen Trice contract details Sat May 18, 07:41 PM
Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons LB Bralen Trice signed a four-year deal worth $5.9 million, including a $1.1 million signing bonus.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta inks Bralen Trice to rookie deal Fri May 17, 04:28 PM
Atlanta Falcons third-round draft choice LB Bralen Trice (Washington) signed a four-year contract on Friday, May 17. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta woking out WRs Fri May 17, 11:50 AM
Free-agents WR Odieu Hilaire (Bowling Green) and WR Daylen Baldwin (Vikings) will work out for the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, May 21.
Link to story Falcons | Daylen Baldwin to work out Thu May 16, 05:27 PM
Free-agent WR Daylen Baldwin (Vikings) is scheduled to work out for the Atlanta Falcons Tuesday, May 21, according to a source.
Link to story Falcons | Adetokunbo Ogundeji cut Thu May 16, 04:09 PM
Atlanta Falcons LB Adetokunbo Ogundeji was released on Thursday, May 16.
Link to story Falcons | Anthony Johnson agrees to terms Wed May 15, 03:22 PM
Free-agent CB Anthony Johnson (Packers) agreed to terms with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, May 15. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta to talk with Jerry Jacobs Tue May 14, 05:38 PM
Free-agent CB Jerry Jacobs (Lions) is scheduled to meet with the Atlanta Falcons in the next few days, according to a source.
Link to story Falcons | Kirk Cousins On The Same Page With Falcons Despite Selection Of Penix Tue May 14, 04:55 PM
Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins insists he's not angry with the Falcons for drafting quarterback Michael Penix. Cousins was asked on the Bussin' with the Boys podcast if there's a beef between him and the Falcons over the draft, and Cousins answered, "No, I don't think there can be. I don't think it's helpful." Cousins said his only priority is winning. "We're trying to win the Super Bowl, and it's hard enough. So let's all be on the same page, and let's go try to win the Super Bowl," Cousins said.
| Footballguys view: Cousins acknowledged that no player can assume his team won't draft his replacement. "This wasn't like a foreign concept. This is the NFL. Anything can happen," Cousins said. Still, no one expected the Falcons to spend the eighth pick in the draft on a quarterback. And, as PFT suggests, that raises a question about how patient the Falcons will be in their quest to win a Super Bowl with Cousins, and how soon they'll move on to Penix. Head coach Raheem told reporters last Friday that Cousins is cleared to participate in all aspects of what the club is doing in Phase II of their offseason program. Cousins has said that he's expecting to be "full speed" by the time training camp begins this summer. That he's capable of handling all aspects now is a positive sign that will indeed be the case. |
Falcons | Atlanta without two players at OTAs Tue May 14, 02:04 PM
Atlanta Falcons DT Grady Jarrett (knee) and RB Jase McClellan (foot) are not participating in organized team activities this week, according to head coach Raheem Morris. Per Morris, both players are expected to be ready to take part in mandatory minicamp from June 10 to June 12.
Link to story Falcons | Bijan Robinson sitting out of practice Tue May 14, 01:56 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson (ankle) is not participating in organized team activities this week due to an ankle injury, according to head coach Raheem Morris. Per Morris, Robinson is expected to be ready to take part in mandatory minicamp from June 10 to June 12.
| Footballguys view: Robinson, who ran 214 times for 976 yards and caught 58 passes for 487 yards during his rookie season, will be an integral part of new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson's offense. We'll continue to watch for more, but Robinson comes in at RB3 on our Footballguys 2024 Draft Rankings and RB1 on our Dynasty Rankings. Those expectations don't change based on a minor issue in May. |
Falcons | Ruke Orhorhoro signs contract Mon May 13, 04:52 PM
Atlanta Falcons second-round draft choice DT Ruke Orhorhoro signed a four-year contract with the Falcons Monday, May 13. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta adds Ross Dwelley Mon May 13, 04:15 PM
Free-agent TE Ross Dwelley (49ers) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, May 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | ATL signs two defensive players Sat May 11, 10:05 AM
The Atlanta Falcons signed free-agent DE Bradlee Anae (Jets) and free-agent S Dane Cruikshank (Titans) Saturday, May 11. Both players had tried out for the club Friday, May 10.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta inks three sixth-round rookies Sat May 11, 09:54 AM
Atlanta Falcons sixth-round draft choices RB Jase McClellan (Alabama), WR Casey Washington (Illinois) and DT Zion Logue (Georgia) signed four-year contracts on Friday, May 10. Financial terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
| Footballguys view: McClellan didn't quite live up to the Alabama draft pedigree, but he could be an effective inside runner and backup to Tyler Allgeier in that role if he makes the team. |
Falcons | Atlanta adds Dylan Drummond Fri May 10, 08:54 PM
Free-agent WR Dylan Drummond (Giants) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Friday, May 10, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Jase McClellan not on the field Fri May 10, 08:41 PM
Atlanta Falcons RB Jase McClellan (undisclosed) was not participating during the open portion of practice Friday, May 10, because of an undisclosed injury he suffered before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Falcons | JD Bertrand finalizes his rookie deal Fri May 10, 04:53 PM
Atlanta Falcons fifth-round draft choice LB JD Bertrand (Notre Dame) signed a four-year contract on Friday, May 10. Financial terms of the deal was not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Kirk Cousins 'pretty much full go' Fri May 10, 11:26 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins (Achilles) has been 'pretty much full go' at practice, according to head coach Raheem Morris on Friday, May 10. Morris said there's no contact and no one is around his feet.
| Footballguys view: Great news for Cousins here. He's got first-round pick Michael Penix behind him, but the rookie won't see the field if Cousins is healthy and playing good football. |
Falcons | Daniel Abraham invited to minicamp Thu May 9, 05:38 PM
Undrafted free-agent LB Daniel Abraham (Villanova) has been invited to participate in the Atlanta Falcons rookie minicamp, according to a source. He was also invited to the Seattle Seahawks rookie minicamp.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta signs Kenny Oginni Thu May 9, 05:06 PM
Free-agent DE Kenny Oginni (Chiefs) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Thursday, May 9. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta moving on from Ryan Swoboda Tue May 7, 04:46 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Ryan Swoboda (undisclosed) was waived with a non-football injury designation on Tuesday, May 7.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta counting on Darnell Mooney Fri May 3, 12:53 AM
Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney will be relied on regularly this season with the new offense expected to feature three-receiver sets 90% of the time, according to Josh Kendall of The Athletic.
| Footballguys view: Mooney can get by defenders in a hurry, and he's set to be a deep target for QB Kirk Cousins in 2024. Getting a fresh start with the Falcons, we'll see if the former Bears fifth-round pick (2020) can produce like he did in 2021 when he was a 1,000-yard receiver. From a fantasy perspective, Mooney is a WR5/WR6 with upside. |
Falcons | Atlanta signs six UDFAs Tue Apr 30, 05:30 PM
Undrafted free-agent OT Ryan Coll (Richmond), CB Jayden Price (North Dakota State), CB Anthony Sao (MidAmerica Nazarene), P Ryan Sanborn (Texas), CB Trey Vaval (Minnesota State-Mankato) and OT Nolan Potter (Northern Illinois) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Tuesday, April 30. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta inks two UDFAs Tue Apr 30, 12:14 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB John Paddock (Illinois) and TE Austin Stogner (Oklahoma) signed contracts with the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, April 30. Financial terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Falcons | Kyle Pitts' option picked up Mon Apr 29, 05:42 PM
Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts had his fifth-year option exercised Monday, April 29, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: The option for the 2025 season carries a guaranteed salary of $10.878 million. Pitts was the No. 4 pick in the 2021 draft out of the University of Florida. Pitts, 23, started all but two games in 2023, catching 53 passes for 667 yards and three touchdowns on a team with "deficient" quarterback play, according to Falcons owner Arthur Blank. That came after a torn MCL ended Pitts' 2022 season in Week 11. With Kirk Cousins on board as his triggerman, it's worth noting nearly 27 percent of the veteran signal caller's passes targeted tight ends last year, fifth in the NFL. That focus has benefited fantasy managers invested in players like T.J. Hockenson (TE4 in 2023 despite tearing his ACL and MCL in Week 16), Kyle Rudolph (TE10 in 2018, Cousins' first season as a Viking), and Washington's Jordan Reed (TE3 in 2015, Cousins' first season as a starter; and TE9 in 2016). If Tyler Conklin managed a TE20 season with Cousins in 2021, is it unreasonable to believe Pitts will finally turn things around this fall? |
Falcons | Atlanta adds JaQuae Jackson Sun Apr 28, 02:10 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR JaQuae Jackson (Rutgers) signed an undisclosed deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to sources Sunday, April 28.
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