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With Ian Cunningham landing in Atlanta and former assistant general manager Kyle Smith off to Miami, the Falcons needed a right hand man for the new GM. Per Adam Schefter, they’ve got their man, and it’s someone Cunningham briefly worked with in the past. The Falcons will reportedly hire Jeff Scott away from the Philadelphia […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. For the first time since 2012, the Falcons don’t have a first-round pick. Despite being in […]
The Falcons brought in veteran quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in free agency, a move that evoked strong responses from fans and analysts alike. Kevin Knight discusses why he believes Tua is a perfect fit for the Falcons as an ideal competitive partner for Michael Penix Jr. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds […]
The new regime’s intentions to add as much talent as possible were justifiable given the circumstances of the Falcons’ current state. With the lack of resources in the draft and cap constraints, they had to take chances on capable veterans and see who could become dependable contributors. That approach was bound to leave positional areas […]
The Atlanta Falcons have played fast and loose with their tackle situation for a long time now. Jake Matthews has been so durable, Kaleb McGary good enough when he’s healthy, and Storm Norton a fine enough fill-in that the team has not made any serious moves to shore up their tackle depth since they signed […]
Expectations are tricky for these Falcons. The most dour pessimists have usually undershot this team’s annual win total, even if their predictions of disappointment rung true. The biggest optimists have, year after year, overshot those win totals in a way that may slowly be turning them into pessimists. What makes 2026 even trickier, waving away […]
The Falcons were busy in the first wave of NFL free agency, adding a flurry of low to mid-range veterans on primarily one year deals. Special teams was reworked completely, and there are a number of new faces on the defensive line and at wide receiver. The depth of the roster was upgraded significantly, although […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. While free agency isn’t technically over, teams are far less active in pursuing available players. That […]
The Atlanta Falcons have used this week to remake their backfield depth chart behind Bijan Robinson. Tyler Goodson is the newest addition, per the team. Goodson will be competing with Nate Carter and Carlos Washington Jr. for third running back duties in Atlanta, and is the most established player in that group. In 33 games […]
Bijan Robinson has been endlessly lauded for his excellence, and that’s all well-deserved. Bijan led the NFL in scrimmage yards by over 150 yards last year, was behind only Christian McCaffrey for receiving yards from a running back, and reeled off some of the most impressive runs of any back in 2025. He’s a special […]
The Falcons have continued to fill out their roster with affordable veterans, but how well has Atlanta accomplished their goals this offseason? Kevin Knight is joined by Adnan Ikic to grade the Falcons free agency moves and provide thoughts on the direction of the franchise under the new leadership. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode […]
The Falcons added a couple of offensive free agents on Tuesday, including running back Brian Robinson Jr. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the latest news and give their review of Atlanta’s free agency moves thus far. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds and Brews podcast! You can also listen […]
One of Atlanta’s biggest remaining roster holes has been filled. The Falcons lost an excellent backup running back in Tyler Allgeier, and now they’ve got another Robinson to spell Bijan. That would be Brian Robinson Jr., who signed the latest in a long line of one-year contracts the Falcons have handed out this offseason. The […]
Yesterday, I stumped for the Falcons adding a third quarterback with experience, given that they have legitimate injury concerns for both quarterbacks vying for the starting job. Today, they signed that player, though it wasn’t one of the ones on my radar. Per NFL insider Jeremy Fowler, Trevor Siemian will be joining the falcons as […]
The first wave of free agency is over, and what’s left is not going to knock your socks off. That assumes you’re wearing socks, but roll with me. With the Falcons still looking to patch a few holes and pump up a few weaker areas of the depth chart, though, there’s talent available to help […]
There is always extra zest from a fanbase when a player from the state’s most beloved college football team joins the state’s professional football team. There is much more to Azeez Ojulari’s background that makes him the most exciting defensive free-agent signing in Atlanta. An edge rusher who has proven to get after quarterbacks will […]
The Atlanta Falcons have pulled off their first trade of the Ian Cunningham era, and it’s aimed at adding some depth and possible upside to their secondary. Per ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, Atlanta pulled off a pick swap with the Philadelphia Eagles to get safety Sydney Brown, who will celebrate his 26th birthday tomorrow as a […]
The Falcons have not made heavy use of compensatory selections over the years. They’re tied for 15th in comp picks since 1995 with 22, per Over The Cap, but eight of those selections were earned in a two year stretch from 2013-2014. Otherwise, the Falcons have never had more than two in a single year, […]
“We need to have a clearer vision on offense, defense, and teams and how we are going to play. Have a coaching staff that understands that clearly. A GM who understands clearly. How do you build players, bring them into the roster that match that system and that philosophy, and hold people accountable for their […]
The Falcons stocked their roster with low-cost veterans in free agency, but there are still a number of needs to address. Kevin Knight takes a look at where Atlanta still needs to invest in both free agency and the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of The Falcoholic Live! Watch the […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Despite not making any glamorous moves, the Falcons have been diligent in adding players to bolster […]
The legendary John Wooden once said “never mistake activity for achievement.” It’s one of the quotes that aligns with the overall landscape of free agency. Some teams have all the cap space imaginable. They sign talented players to lucrative contracts, who may or may not elevate their franchise. Some teams focus far more on building […]
Yesterday, I stumped for the Falcons to add more talent at cornerback. Today, they’ve done so, though it’s a signing meant to build depth rather than replacing a potential starter. They’ve signed former Raider and Giant Darnay Holmes, who will be 28 when the season starts, to give themselves more help on defense and special […]
The first week of NFL free agency has come and gone. Did the Falcons do enough to accomplish their goals? Kevin Knight breaks down the latest signings and discusses whether or not Atlanta did what they set out to do in free agency, and what their ultimate goals might be for the 2026 season. Fellow […]
Free agency is hardly over yet, and Atlanta’s latest round of cap-clearing restructures suggests they still plan to be active. The fact that the signings have slowed makes it a good time to take a breather, figure out what Atlanta has accomplished to this point, and talk about what remains incomplete. The Falcons have addressed […]