As the Falcons begin training camp, two of their most important players have received a clean bill of health. Head coach Raheem Morris announced on Thursday that quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett have been cleared to take part in training camp (h/t ESPN’s Marc Raimondi). The news comes as little surprise given the team’s recovery expectations for both … [Read more...] about Falcons’ Kirk Cousins, Grady Jarrett Medically Cleared
Minor NFL Transactions: 7/23/24
Today’s minor moves: Arizona Cardinals Waived/injured: OL Carter O’Donnell Atlanta Falcons Signed: OT Julién Davenport Carolina Panthers Activated from PUP: WR Jalen Coker, Chau Smith-Wade Cincinnati Bengals Placed on NFI: OT Trent Brown Green Bay Packers Signed: QB Jacob Eason Waived: LS Peter Bowden Houston Texans Reverted to IR: WR Jared Wayne Released from IR: WR … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 7/23/24
Largest 2024 Cap Hits: Defense
As veteran report dates for training camps near, NFL payrolls are largely set. Extension- and trade-related matters remain, but as far as high cap numbers go, the list will not change much between now and Week 1. After we ran down the top cap charges on the offensive side of the ball last week, here are the highest 2024 figures tied to defenders: Maxx Crosby, EDGE (Raiders): … [Read more...] about Largest 2024 Cap Hits: Defense
Latest On Falcons QB Kirk Cousins
Much of the Falcons’ offseason quarterback approach has been dominated by the team’s decision to use a first-round pick on Michael Penix Jr. despite signing Kirk Cousins in free agency. The latter’s rehab from a torn Achilles remains a key storyline for the team, however. [RELATED: Justin Jefferson Extension Affected Cousins’ Vikings Departure] Cousins has provided encouraging … [Read more...] about Latest On Falcons QB Kirk Cousins
Cornerback Addition On Falcons’ Radar?
AJ Terrell resides as one of the NFL’s better corners, and an extension for the 2020 first-rounder is under consideration. Supplementing the Terrell-fronted position group may be as well. As of now, the Falcons are planning to pit Mike Hughes and Clark Phillips in a matchup for the No. 2 cornerback post alongside slot Dee Alford. This competition could certainly determine if … [Read more...] about Cornerback Addition On Falcons’ Radar?