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The Falcoholic Reacts: Which rookie has stood out the most?

For the first time under Terry Fontenot, the Falcons fully dedicated their draft capital towards upgrading the defense. It was the logical move to make following four years of investing top picks at the most prominent offensive positions. Addressing glaring needs at edge rusher and across the secondary was vital toward revamping the defense. The […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

How to watch Falcons – Colts in Week 10

After nearly knocking off the Patriots in Week 9, the Falcons are hoping to finish the job against the Colts and salvage a season that’s rapidly slipping away. They’ll have to do so across the Atlantic, and here’s how you can watch. Schedule & TV information Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025 Time: 9:30 p.m. EST […]

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Why didn’t the Falcons make a deal at the NFL trade deadline?

The Atlanta Falcons are sitting at 3-5, and one reason is a lack of depth and an overabundance of injuries. To fans’ dismay, Terry Fontenot did not make a deal at the trade deadline—why? Limited future assets The Falcons are already entering the 2026 draft without their 1st or 5th-round draft picks. Would throwing away […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Falcons vs Colts NFL Week 10 preview ft. Cody Felger: Critical clash in Berlin

The Falcons head to Berlin, Germany in Week 10 to take on the AFC-leading Colts in a critical matchup for Atlanta’s dwindling playoff hopes. Kevin Knight is joined by Cody Felger (Bring the Juice podcast) to discuss Indianapolis’ unexpected rise this season, the injuries to monitor for both teams, and how Atlanta can potentially pull […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Achtung! Atlanta enters as heavy underdogs against Indy in Berlin

In what could be a fever dream or an Oktoberfest hangover, the Atlanta Falcons are set to take on the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin on Sunday, a game where they are 6.5-point underdogs, per FanDuel Sportsbook. This is not a great time for the Falcons to be taking on one of the top teams in […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Jalon Walker’s gradual progression gives Falcons’ defense a new dimension

As satisfying as it was for the city of Atlanta to see the Falcons use a first-round pick on a Georgia Bulldog, there was some trepidation about using a premium pick on a player who isn’t a prototypical edge rusher. It’s no secret that the defense has been severely lacking in the pass-rushing department for […]

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Falcons Reacts Survey Week 10: Assessing the rookies

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. It didn’t take long for the rookies to make their mark in Atlanta. On Sunday night […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Falcons trade deadline was too quiet: Falcoholic Live, Ep353

The Falcons did nothing at the NFL trade deadline, which means the team is stuck with the bad Kirk Cousins contract into 2026 and no additional picks coming in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down the disappointing lack of moves, the mounting injuries on Atlanta’s offensive line, the upcoming Colts […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Falcons cut Ta’Quon Graham, formally sign Zane Gonzalez

The Falcons made the signing of kicker Zane Gonzalez official, which is not a surprise. The corresponding cut, however, is indeed a surprise. That would be the release of Ta’Quon Graham, one of only two players left on the roster from a 2021 draft class that now looks even rougher. Graham was a fifth round […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Storm Norton suffers setback; Matthew Bergeron ‘week-to-week’

All bad news on the injury front today, I fear. The Atlanta Falcons revealed on Wednesday that Storm Norton has suffered a setback in his recovery, one that might end his season after the team opened up his 21 day practice window, and that Matthew Bergeron is “week-to-week” while Chris Lindstrom is “day-to-day.” There’s nothing […]

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Falcons – Colts Week 10 2025 Game Coverage

We’re on to Germany. The Atlanta Falcons now have lost three games in a row, and have to travel over the Atlantic to face a pissed-off Indianapolis Colts team fresh off an ugly loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Atlanta needs a win to avoid dropping to 3-6, a record that would give them no margin […]

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Falcons fall short again, Week 9 film review: Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon

The Falcons had a quiet trade deadline coming off a loss to the Patriots in Week 9. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz bring you trade deadline takes, an in-depth discussion of the issues on offense, special teams, and on defense, and questions about the team’s future under the current regime. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another […]

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Falcons sign K Zane Gonzalez, waive Parker Romo

The Atlanta Falcons are on their third kicker of the 2025 campaign. Per NFL insider Mike Garafolo, the team has brought on kicker Zane Gonzalez. The veteran spent part of 2024 with the Washington Commanders, hitting 5 of 7 field goal tries and all 19 extra point attempts, but had previously not kicked in an […]

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Falcons reportedly signing OL Andrew Stueber

Injuries are piling up along the offensive line, with Storm Norton still not back and both Chris Lindstrom and Matthew Bergeron exiting the Week 9 game against the New England Patriots. Given that, it’s not a huge surprise to see Atlanta adding an offensive lineman to the roster. It is a bit surprising that it’s […]

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Falcons snap counts from a heartbreaker against New England

Hail, traveler! Snap counts, hot and fresh and maybe a little maddening, await you here. Offense Michael Penix Jr.: 56 Jake Matthews: 56 Ryan Neuzil: 56 Elijah Wilkinson: 56 Darnell Mooney: 56 Drake London: 55 Bijan Robinson: 54 Kyle Hinton: 53 Kyle Pitts: 53 Chris Lindstrom: 50 David Sills: 38 Tyler Allgeier: 17 Jovaughn Gwyn: […]

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Falcons – Patriots recap: The leaves fall and so does Atlanta

The Atlanta Falcons should’ve won that game and made a gorgeous autumn day in New England that much more enjoyable. I know that, you know that, the Patriots know that. They have to be letting out of a sigh of relief in Massachusetts today, given how close the margin was, while the Falcons pick up […]

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Falcons Highlight Reel vs. Patriots

I mean…they were close. And I know that doesn’t make it any easier. “Close” doesn’t count for much in the standings, but it does tell a story. Because for all the frustration, the Falcons went toe-to-toe with a very good New England Patriots team and, for stretches, looked every bit their equal. Michael Penix Jr. […]

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Falcons late push denied by the Patriots in the Week 9 Snap Reactions

Slides should be fun, but there’s nothing fun about the Atlanta Falcons losing streak. The team lets a close contest slip away. Here’s the Week 9 snap reactions. Penix and London return Penix looked healthy and boosted the offense today. It wasn’t perfect; he’ll want that intentional grounding play back, but the quarterback showed some […]

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Falcons vs Patriots Week 9 postgame show: Falcons blow it again

Stop me if you’ve heard this one: the Falcons blew it late in the fourth quarter against the Patriots, missing a game-tying PAT and shooting themselves in the foot on their final offensive series to lose 24-23. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk break down the loss, the puzzling decision to stick with Parker Romo, more […]

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