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Danny dropped dimes on the Falcons during Colts joint practice

Would he or wouldn’t he? That was a question most had just a few months ago pondering Daniel Jones’ health and availability for training camp and even the start of the season. Tearing his Achilles doesn’t appear to be more than a blip at this point as Jones is back in full swing. He has […]

Colts reportedly receive positive news on TE Tyler Warren’s groin injury

According to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, the Indianapolis Colts have received positive news on Tyler Warren’s groin injury suffered during Wednesday’s joint training camp practice against the Atlanta Falcons at Grand Park: The Colts’ 2nd-year tight end left Wednesday’s practice during 11-on-11 drills against the Falcons defense, returning in uniform (albeit without a helmet), but […]

Falcons, Colts joint training camp practices: How Atlanta performed on Day 1

WESTFIELD, Ind. — I can’t believe I got sunburned in Indiana. I’ve been at dozens of Falcons training camp practices in Flowery Branch over the years, and I’ve come home with exactly zero sunburns in the last decade or so. I wear sunscreen religiously, including today. I reapplied before I went out on the practice […]

Colts Training Camp ‘Day 13’: Quick Hits

During their last week of team training camp, the Indianapolis Colts held the first of two joint training practices against the Atlanta Falcons, who the Horseshoe will host for Preseason Week 2 on Saturday afternoon. As a whole, it felt like the Colts passing attack fared better than their running game offensively against the Falcons […]

Colts CB Justin Walley returns favor with pick-six in joint-practice against Falcons

WESTFIELD, Ind. — Indianapolis Colts cornerback Justin Walley found himself on both ends of highlight-reel plays during Wednesday’s joint-practice with the Atlanta Falcons, but it was the second-year nickel who got the last laugh in the final team session. Earlier on the opposite practice field, it was receiver Drake London who made a sensational snag […]

ESPN: The Falcons won’t make the playoffs from 2027 to 2029

You’ve seen grim projections about the Falcons before, but have you seen “they won’t make the playoffs before the new decade” when we’re sitting in the year 2026? You’re about to. ESPN put together a future power rankings article covering every NFL franchise, focusing on 2027 through 2029, and the Falcons ranked 27th out of […]

Vikings Signing C/G Joshua Gray

Per Alec Lewis, the Vikings are signing C/G Joshua Gray to a contract. Gray, 26, signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent following the 2025 draft out of Oregon State. He was among the final roster cuts and signed to the practice squad shortly after, but was lost to the Panthers’ active roster […] The post Vikings Signing C/G Joshua Gray appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Retired Veteran Un-Retires, Snubs Expected Team For Falcons

Za'Darius Smith's retirement lasted less than a year, and his comeback didn't go where nearly everyone expected. The three-time Pro Bowl edge rusher is signing a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons , worth $6 million with incentives up to $8 million.  Just two days earlier, Smith appeared headed to the Cleveland Browns instead. Deal That Fell Apart At The Finish Line Per Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot, Smith worked out for the Browns last Thursday, and the expectation was he'd be s...

NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix, Jalon Walker, Falcons, Panthers

Falcons Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski believes QB Michael Penix will gain more control and confidence over the team’s offense once he is fully cleared to return to work. “I’m very, very confident in where we are with Mike,” Stefanski said, via Pro Football Talk. “I think he’s doing a great job. I’m confident in the plan that medical […] The post NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix, Jalon Walker, Falcons, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Colts make handful of roster moves during last stretch of training camp

Before their last training camp practices, which are joint practices with the Atlanta Falcons this week, the Indianapolis Colts made a handful of roster moves. The Colts signed free agent offensive tackle Roy Mbaeteka, tight end Tyler Moore, and offensive tackle Trey Wedig. Regarding Wedig, he previously had worked out with the Colts on Monday. […]

Falcons quarterback competitions to rage on, says Kevin Stefanski

There are two separate quarterback competitions going on for the Atlanta Falcons. The first is the battle for the starting job, where Tua Tagovailoa is in the driver’s seat because he’s healthy enough to appear in full-team practices and play in preseason games, where Michael Penix Jr. is working his way back. The second is […]

“Heinous and Evil”: Ryan Clark Calls Out NFL’s “Domestic Violence Problem” After Falcons Star’s Arrest

Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. was arrested for domestic violence in February. Now, almost six months later, the league has announced his eight-game suspension for the 2026 season. However, former NFL player and TV personality Ryan Clark critiqued the decision, saying it should have been “worse.” “The James Pearce suspension should be worse, […] The post “Heinous and Evil”: Ryan Clark Calls Out NFL’s “Domestic Violence Problem” After Falcons Star’s Arrest appeared first on Esse...

Falcons sign three-time Pro-Bowler Za’Darius Smith

According to Ian Rapoport, the Falcons inked a one-year, $6 million contract with veteran pass rusher Za’Darius Smith. The #Falcons are giving Za’Darius Smith a 1-year deal worth $6M, source said. He has a chance to make $8M. https://t.co/6DK8xCkkuq — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 18, 2026 Smith has made three Pro Bowls throughout his career, the […]

Za’Darius Smith free agency update: Browns or Kevin Stefanski decision

Is former Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski in a better position to win with the Atlanta Falcons than he would have been with his former team? The two sides seemingly locked horns in NFL free agency for the services of DE Za’Darius Smith, who played for the Browns under Stefanski for two seasons before being […]