Falcons defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake is thinking outside of the box this week when it comes to finding ways to motivate his defense. With the team’s shocking 20-17 loss to the New Orleans Saints in the rearview mirror, Lake’s unit is now looking ahead to this weekend’s matchup against the Denver Broncos. In addition to what they’re doing on the practice field, Lake also has … [Read more...] about Falcons DC Jimmy Lake using interesting tactic to fire up defense
Falcons sign former Pro Bowl kick returner to practice squad
The last few years have been anything but smooth sailing for NFL kick return specialist Jakeem Grant. After making the first Pro Bowl of his NFL career in 2021, Grant suffered back-to-back season-ending injuries in 2022 and 2023. The Atlanta Falcons signed Grant earlier in the season but ended up waiving him via injury settlement a few weeks later. On Wednesday, the team once … [Read more...] about Falcons sign former Pro Bowl kick returner to practice squad
Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Kirk Cousins
On Thursday, the Atlanta Falcons wrapped up their second day of practice ahead of this weekend’s matchup against the Denver Broncos. Both teams are coming off close losses in Week 10 and will look to bounce back in Week 11. After listing 16 players on their estimated Wednesday injury report, that number jumped to 18 at Thursday’s practice. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was … [Read more...] about Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Kirk Cousins
Falcons release former third-round pick ahead of Week 11
The Atlanta Falcons have been dealing with injuries along their offensive line all season, but things may finally be looking up for this unit entering Week 11. Center Drew Dalman is nearing a return after spending the last seven weeks on the injured reserve list. While Dalman has yet to be activated, don’t be surprised to see him return in time for Sunday’s game against the … [Read more...] about Falcons release former third-round pick ahead of Week 11
Raheem Morris says Falcons rookie could make NFL debut vs. Broncos
It’s been a quiet year for the Atlanta Falcons 2024 NFL draft class so far, but that was to be expected after the team selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr. a month after signing Kirk Cousins in free agency. Second-round Ruke Orhorhoro was placed on the injured reserve list with an ankle injury in Week 9 while third-rounder Bralen Trice suffered a season-ending injury in the … [Read more...] about Raheem Morris says Falcons rookie could make NFL debut vs. Broncos