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Who will lead falcons' sacks in 2024
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons concluded the previous season with their highest team sack total since 2004. However, following key departures and new additions, questions persist regarding the team's ability to generate a pass rush.
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DeMarcco Hellams aims for growth entering second NFL season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Safety DeMarcco Hellams was selected in the final round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He was a standout player in all three of the Atlanta Falcons' preseason games, snagging a pair of interceptions in the first and second. He then appeared in 15 of the 17 regular-season games, even starting four.
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Why Brandon Dorlus caught Atlanta Falcons' attention during NFL Draft
Finding Falcons is a series that ventures beyond Atlanta's decision to draft a specific player and reveals the reasons behind doing so. Exclusive interviews with Falcons position coaches, area scouts, and decision-makers detail the moments that solidified the decision to draft each member of their 2024 draft class. For eight consecutive weeks, these stories will be told.
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Expectations rise for Falcons' skill players ahead of 2024 NFL season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The quarterback position has largely dominated the conversation regarding the Atlanta Falcons this offseason, but attention is now shifting to other key players. The Falcons have invested valuable draft capital in some of the most exciting offensive prospects in recent years. Over the last three seasons, Kyle Pitts, Drake London, and Bijan Robinson have demonstrated their special talents.
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Atlanta Falcons announce offsite locations for training camp practices due to construction
Due to ongoing construction at IBM Performance Field, the Atlanta Falcons will not host fans onsite during the 2024 AT&T Atlanta Falcons Training Camp. Instead, fans will be welcomed at two offsite locations for open practices.
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Falcons address previous spacing issues with new offensive strategy
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The term "spacing" emerged early in the 2023 season for the Atlanta Falcons. Following their Week 1 victory against the Carolina Panthers, then-head coach Arthur Smith identified it as a concern. Desmond Ridder was sacked four times in that game, which Smith attributed to issues in spacing rather than solely pass protection.
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Grady Jarrett looks forward to mentoring rookie linemen at Falcons' training camp
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Grady Jarrett, a longstanding figure on the Atlanta Falcons' defensive line since being drafted in 2015, is eager to mentor this year's rookie linemen at the upcoming training camp. The defensive tackle has been a mainstay for the Falcons, missing only three games out of 135 appearances before his injury last season.
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Falcons look forward to Kirk Cousins’ impact ahead of new season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons entered the 2024 offseason with a clear objective: securing a quarterback. They succeeded by acquiring Kirk Cousins, a four-time Pro Bowler who was performing well last year before sustaining a season-ending injury.
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Falcons' Zac Robinson prepares for debut as offensive play-caller
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson will don the headset for the first time as a new offensive play-caller this upcoming season. However, Robinson has been preparing for this moment since Raheem Morris met him when he was just an assistant quarterbacks coach with the Los Angeles Rams, and Morris came in as the defensive coordinator in 2021.
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Falcons prioritize speed with revamped wide receiver lineup for upcoming season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons will introduce a revamped offense in 2024, featuring a new head coach, coordinator, and quarterback. These changes signal a shift in the team's offensive strategy.
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Falcons sign Michael Penix Jr., securing their No.8 pick with $22.8M rookie deal
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The Falcons have signed quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to his rookie deal, the organization announced Monday.
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Expectations rise as Falcons undergo major offseason changes
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – After three consecutive 7-10 finishes, the Atlanta Falcons have made significant changes this offseason, including appointing a new head coach and signing a new starting quarterback. This marks the first time since 2008 that the Falcons will start the season with new faces in both pivotal roles. However, expectations for this team differ from those led by Mike Smith and rookie Matt Ryan.
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How falcons found value three times over in Ruke Orhorhoro
Finding Falcons is a series that ventures beyond Atlanta's decision to draft a specific player and reveals the reasons behind doing so. Exclusive interviews with Falcons position coaches, area scouts, and decision-makers at the top detail the moments that solidified the decision to draft each of the men who make up their 2024 draft class. For eight consecutive weeks, these stories will be told.
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Falcons sign Jaryd Jones-Smith and Prince Emili; release two players
The Atlanta Falcons have added two tackles, one for each side of the ball. The team announced Wednesday it signed offensive tackle Jaryd Jones-Smith and defensive tackle Prince Emili.
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Five questions linger as Falcons enter summer break
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons are on a summer break for the next month. The team held its final offseason practice exactly a week ago and will return to the facility in late July for training camp. An official report-back date has yet to be announced. The Falcons' first preseason game is scheduled for Aug. 9 against the Miami Dolphins.
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Falcons to induct owner Arthur M. Blank & QB Matt Ryan into Ring Of Honor
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — For the first time in 15 years, the Atlanta Falcons will induct two members into the Ring of Honor in the same season.
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Falcons face two-man race for second cornerback spot ahead of training camp
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The question of who will start at cornerback opposite A.J. Terrell remains a focal point for the Atlanta Falcons as they head into training camp. Mike Hughes and Clark Phillips III have been alternating reps in the competition for the second starting role.
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Falcons' evaluators impressed by Michael Penix Jr.'s college performance
Finding Falcons is a series that ventures beyond Atlanta's decision to draft a specific player and reveals the reasons behind doing so. Exclusive interviews with Falcons position coaches, area scouts, and top decision-makers detail the moments that solidified the decision to draft each of the men who make up their 2024 draft class. For eight consecutive weeks, these stories will be told.
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Falcons penalized for tampering violations after acquiring new players
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – After the Falcons acquired quarterback Kirk Cousins, wide receiver Darnell Mooney, and tight end Charlie Woerner in free agency this March, the league opened an investigation into potential violations of its Anti-Tampering Policy. That investigation has now concluded.
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Falcons reflect on major takeaways from 2024 offseason
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Two months, one week, and two days have passed since the Atlanta Falcons began their 2024 offseason program. Wednesday marks its official conclusion.