The more things change, the more they stay the same for the Atlanta Falcons. After missing the playoffs for a seventh consecutive year, the team heads into the 2025 offseason with many of the same problems. While the Falcons have finally solidified the quarterback position with Michael Penix Jr., the defense continues to struggle to generate pressure on opposing quarterbacks. … [Read more...] about PFF identifies Falcons’ top priority for 2025 offseason
Falcons select Georgia linebacker in PFN’s 2025 NFL mock draft
After finishing 8-9 in their first full season under head coach Raheem Morris, the Atlanta Falcons have been awarded the No. 15 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. The team has selected an offensive player in the first round of the last four drafts, but that’s likely to change this year. The Falcons have solidified their offense behind Michael Penix Jr., Bijan Robinson and … [Read more...] about Falcons select Georgia linebacker in PFN’s 2025 NFL mock draft
Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season
The Atlanta Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season, the team announced on Saturday afternoon. Defensive line coach Jay Rodgers has also been relieved of his duties. Head coach Raheem Morris addressed both firings in a statement: After a thorough evaluation of the season, and with careful consideration for our team’s future, we deemed these moves … [Read more...] about Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season
NFL fines Falcons RB Bijan Robinson for unnecessary roughness
The Atlanta Falcons didn’t qualify for the playoffs this season, but they’ve been in the news for other reasons on the opening day of wild-card weekend. The NFL fined running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London for infractions committed during Sunday’s season finale. Robinson was fined $22,511 for unnecessary roughness on a fourth-quarter run against the Carolina … [Read more...] about NFL fines Falcons RB Bijan Robinson for unnecessary roughness
Drake London fined by NFL for taunting in Falcons’ season finale
The Atlanta Falcons ended their season with a 44-38 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 18. Not only did the team miss the playoffs for a seventh consecutive year, but wide receiver Drake London got fined for another touchdown celebration. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the league has fined London $11,255 for taunting the defender following his touchdown … [Read more...] about Drake London fined by NFL for taunting in Falcons’ season finale