Brett Davis-Imagn Images Atlanta rattles off 34 unanswered points to pummel the Giants in Michael Penix’s first start. The Atlanta Falcons were fresh off an embarrassing win, if there is such a thing, over the Las Vegas Raiders. They had to pick off the last second Hail Mary from Desmond Ridder to secure the win, and the offense looked listless through the air in the … [Read more...] about Falcons – Giants instant recap: Long-awaited domination
Falcons find rhythm and success behind these three key factors
Brett Davis-Imagn Images Michael Penix delivers, Bijan Robinson rolls, and the defense excels as the Falcons rout the Giants. The Atlanta Falcons finished the game with a 34-7 win against the New York Giants. That’s right, it has been 56 days, almost two months since the Falcons have scored 30+ points, and there are three key reasons as to why they managed it on Sunday. … [Read more...] about Falcons find rhythm and success behind these three key factors
Week 16 Snap reaction: Michael Penix impresses in debut
Brett Davis-Imagn Images It was a strong day for the rookie quarterback. The Michael Penix Jr. era starts 1-0! The offense looked rejuvenated, and the defense keeps their sack streak going. The Atlanta Falcons may have found their guy. Here are the Week 16 Snap Reactions. Going to Penix was the right call It was a showcase of arm talent, physical ability, and veteran … [Read more...] about Week 16 Snap reaction: Michael Penix impresses in debut
Can Kaleb McGary and Michael Penix mesh together?
Brett Davis-Imagn Images Will McGary fulfill his sudden duties of protecting the new Falcons franchise quarterback’s blindside? Atlanta Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary has a big test Sunday when he faces New York Giants outside linebacker Brian Burns, given their long, contentious history stemming from the latter’s days with the Carolina Panthers. McGary will not only … [Read more...] about Can Kaleb McGary and Michael Penix mesh together?
Schefter: The leaguewide expectation is that Kirk Cousins expected to be cut this offseason
Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images The veteran quarterback seems unlikely to stick around as a backup. Earlier this week, I took a look at what options were available to the Atlanta Falcons when it came to Kirk Cousins. Now benched, the team’s expensive free agent signing could stay, be cut, or be traded, and it was simply a matter of the route the team wanted to take … [Read more...] about Schefter: The leaguewide expectation is that Kirk Cousins expected to be cut this offseason