Falcons sign Kyle Pitts Sr. to $54M deal, making him a top-paid NFL player

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract with tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., securing another foundation player through the 2028 season.

• Jun 23

Falcons ease James Pearce Jr. back into practice after Miami arrest

Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr., the team's sacks leader as a rookie in 2025, has returned to the practice facility for the start of mandatory minicamp following a tumultuous offseason.

• Jun 17

Falcons agree to four-year, $141 million extension with WR Drake London

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a four-year, $141 million contract extension with Drake London, making him one of the NFL's highest-paid wide receivers.

• Jun 4

Falcons' QB battle: Penix vs. Tagovailoa may start sooner than expected

The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa may be coming sooner than expected.

• May 27

Moms get free entry, mimosas at College Football Hall on Mother's Day

Families celebrated Mother's Day at the College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta with complimentary admission, flowers and mimosas for moms as the attraction aimed to create a family-friendly experience beyond football.

• May 10

Georgia leans on returning talent as other SEC teams reload through transfers

Georgia has managed to retain the most talent in the Southeastern Conference for 2026.

• Apr 17

Falcons sign RT Jawaan Taylor to 1-year deal as McGary replacement

The Atlanta Falcons have reached an agreement on a one-year, $5 million deal with former Kansas City Chiefs right tackle Jawaan Taylor.

• Apr 9

Falcons' Kaleb McGary retires after missing 2025 season with injury

Atlanta Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary is retiring after missing the 2025 season with a lower left leg injury.

• Apr 8

19-year-old, mother charged in shooting during DeKalb County football game

Investigators say the 19-year-old opened fire on officers after being asked to leave the high school football game, and his mom picked him up after the shooting.

• Apr 2

Former Atlanta QB Kirk Cousins signs with Raiders

Kirk Cousins has agreed to a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders.

• Apr 2

Tagovailoa seeks fresh start with Falcons after Dolphins exit

Tua Tagovailoa says his new one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons provides an opportunity for a fresh start after a rocky finish to his six-year stay with the Miami Dolphins.

• Mar 24

Falcons add Ebukam, Ojulari and Hand to strengthen defensive line

The Atlanta Falcons have finalized contracts with three veteran defensive players to boost their depth on that side of the ball.

• Mar 18

Tua Tagovailoa to compete for Falcons' starting QB job, says GM

Newly signed Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will have an opportunity to compete for the starting job in Atlanta, where Michael Penix Jr. is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in November, general manager Ian Cunningham said Friday.

• Mar 16

Atlanta Drum Academy teaches African drumline history to metro youth

The powerful sound of the drumline is more than just a crowd-pleaser at football games and parades—it's a living echo of history with a heartbeat that traces back to the African continent.

• Feb 25

Falcons' James Pearce Jr. maintains innocence after South Florida arrest

Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. posted bond after his arrest in Doral tied to an alleged domestic dispute, with his attorney saying he denies the accusations.

• Feb 9

Falcons face new questions about Pearce's future with the team

Following the arrest of James Pearce Jr. on Saturday night, the Atlanta Falcons face troubling questions about the standout rookie's immediate and long-term future with the team.

• Feb 8

Bad Bunny says 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will "be a huge party"

Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.

• Feb 5

Matt Ryan, new GM Ian Cunningham bring aligned vision to Falcons front office

Matt Ryan, the Falcons president of football, believes he's found the right general manager in Ian Cunningham.

• Feb 3

Falcons hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager

The Atlanta Falcons have added the final piece to their new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager.

• Jan 30

Falcons name Cleveland's Tommy Rees new offensive coordinator

The Atlanta Falcons have named Tommy Rees as their offensive coordinator, reuniting him with new coach Kevin Stefanski.

• Jan 22

Alberto Mendoza announces transfer to Georgia Tech after Indiana's title win

Alberto Mendoza has announced his transfer to Georgia Tech less than 24 hours after being crowned a national champion with Indiana.

• Jan 20

Falcons retain DC Jeff Ulbrich as Kevin Stefanski builds new coaching staff

The Atlanta Falcons are retaining defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on new coach Kevin Stefanski's staff.

• Jan 19

Tiger Woods foundation to open Atlanta learning lab after $20M donation

Tiger Woods is celebrating 30 years of his TGR Foundation with a big gift.

• Jan 15

Matt Ryan is seeking to handle unfinished business in his new Falcons role

Matt Ryan says he is motivated to take care of unfinished business in his new role as the Atlanta Falcons president of football.

• Jan 13

Falcons continue search to replace Raheem Morris, interview former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski

The Atlanta Falcons have interviewed former Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski as they continue their search for a new coach.

• Jan 12

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