GM-centric workflow models are more common in the modern NFL than those that start with head coaches, though some teams still have their sideline leaders atop the personnel pyramid. The Bears are not one of them, and it does not sound like they intend to change that after this search concludes. Chairman George McCaskey confirmed (via the Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs) the team’s … [Read more...] about Coaching Notes: Bears, Jaguars, Allen, Patriots, Lake
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Falcons GM: Team Fine Keeping Kirk Cousins As Backup
After the Falcons benched a struggling Kirk Cousins, the expectation has been for a release to commence. Cousins does not look to have a route back to Atlanta’s starting job, especially after No. 8 overall pick Michael Penix Jr. showed promise in his three starts. A release will remain the expectation, but Terry Fontenot attempted to craft an alternative solution — one that may … [Read more...] about Falcons GM: Team Fine Keeping Kirk Cousins As Backup
NFC Notes: Buccaneers, GM Terry Fontenot Presser, Saints HC Buzz
Buccaneers Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles said S Antoine Winfield Jr. (knee) would have been a full participant on Wednesday if it was an actual practice instead of a walk-through, via Jenna Laine. Falcons ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler points out Falcons HC Raheem Morris didn’t exactly give DC Jimmy Lake a rousing vote of confidence at the end of the season and Atlanta is a possibility to … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Buccaneers, GM Terry Fontenot Presser, Saints HC Buzz
Falcons GM on Kyle Pitts’ production: ‘There’s no excuses’
Regardless of how disappointing the Atlanta Falcons’ 2024 campaign ended, the team is focused on improvement as the 2025 NFL offseason approaches. General manager Terry Fontenot held his end-of-the-year press conference on Thursday and addressed a variety of topics, including Kyle Pitts. The fourth-year tight end finished the season with 602 receiving yards and four touchdowns … [Read more...] about Falcons GM on Kyle Pitts’ production: ‘There’s no excuses’
Terry Fontenot says Falcons may trade down for more draft picks
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot is entering uncharted waters when it comes to the 2025 NFL draft. The team’s streak of four consecutive top-10 picks will officially end this offseason as Atlanta is slated for pick No. 15 overall. Unlike in previous years, the Falcons don’t have much draft capital outside of their first-round selection with just three total picks. … [Read more...] about Terry Fontenot says Falcons may trade down for more draft picks