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The former third-round pick's rookie season ended before it truly began last year.

A pair of defenders returned to the field for the Falcons' fourth open practice.

The Falcons acquired Pearce because of the attitude and violence with which he plays with. It's already showing up one week into training camp. 

For the first time in training camp, the Falcons practiced in full pads. 

The veteran wide receiver debated hanging up his cleats before the Falcons called with interest.

An improved pass rush wasn't the only priority for Atlanta this offseason.

As training camp rolls on, so do the questions about contract conversations with key players. 

Edge rushers Leonard Floyd and James Pearce Jr. found themselves in the middle of multiple fights with offensive linemen.

For the owner beginning his 24th year as the head of the organization, "17 games, plus" is the aspiration.  

A pair of defenders returned to the field for the Falcons' fourth open practice.

Atlanta held its first practice for training camp prior to the announcement.

Andersen saw action in seven games last season before going on injured reserve due to a knee injury. 

In turn, Atlanta released a player they selected in the 2024 draft.

In turn, Atlanta released safety Benny Sapp III. 

Neuzil started eight games at center for the Falcons last season, and now he's expected to be in that role full-time in 2025. 

Ryan Neuzil remains unsigned, so Gonzalez is a notable addition to the Falcons' roster. 

Johnson spent the last three seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars and was a core special teamer. 

The 2022 first-round draft pick's near future in Atlanta has been decided.

The Lions have defined the 2024 NFL season — it's only fitting they end it in the top spot. 

The cream has risen to the top with one week left in the 2024 regular season

Back-to-back wins have the Falcons moving up this week's rankings, and the NFL's elite teams are shuffling around.

There is a new team on top of this week's power rankings after the Lions lost in the game of the year. 

Six teams were on bye in Week 14, but the power rankings keep going. 

With only five games remaining, it's time to pull out all of the stops for that final playoff push.

Despite six teams being on bye, the NFL delivered another exciting slate of games in Week 12.

There was a small shakeup at the top of the rankings, and the Falcons continued to slide heading into the bye week.

A glance around the Week 10 slate revealed some pretty interesting box scores.

Atlanta continues to collect wins while teams like the Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals are finding their stride. 

The Green Bay Packers and Washington Commanders pulled out close wins, while the Baltimore Ravens and Minnesota Vikings had surprise losses. See where the dust settled.

The elite offenses are taking over, and the Falcons fall back to the pack with a big game ahead. 

There is a class of teams starting to separate themselves this season, and Atlanta is among that group.

Week 6 featured the NFL's biggest offensive explosion of the young season. Let's take a look at how the dust settled. 

The Atlanta Falcons are right in the mix alongside a handful of talented 2-2 teams. 

A few new playoff contenders have emerged while some preseason favorites continue to fall behind. 

The Falcons break into the top-20 with Monday Night Football win over the Phildelphia Eagles.

The Falcons can't break the top-20 teams with opening week loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

The wide-open NFC South remains tight as we move toward the last game of the regular season. 

Taylor Heinicke got the Falcons offense going in an impressive victory over the Indianapolis Colts. 

Charlie Woerner was born and raised in Georgia but became a transplant for the first time in his life when the 49ers selected him in the 2020 draft.

Charlie Woerner's story begins in a small mountain town in north Georgia. From playing for Rabun County High School in Tiger, Georgia to the University of Georgia in Athens, tight end Charlie Woerner's football career not only began but truly took off in Georgia. Then, with a sixth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers made Woerner take his talents cross-country. Woerner saw through his rookie contract in California, ending with a Super Bowl run in the 2023 season. When he became a free agent shortly after, multiple teams showed interest. Woerner ultimately signed a three-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons on April 2, 2024. Finally Charlie is back home in Georgia. A Georgia kid through and through, Charlie was finally coming back home.

Follow this special look behind the scenes as AtlantaFalcons.com documents the origin of Rabun County breakout star Charlie Woerner.

From his first snap with Rabun County High School to his latest snap with the Atlanta Falcons, take a look at tight Charlie Woerner's football career through the years.

Falcons legend Michael Vick sits down with current Falcons quarterback Michael Penix to discuss waiting your turn, leadership styles and the upcoming 2025 season.

From his playing days to his decades as a coach in the league, Gray details how he values the art of visualization in his teachings. 

Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss is one of 12 children. Five are biological. Seven are adopted. This is their family's story.

On Monday, September 30, hosted by Harry Douglas and other special guests, Matt Ryan takes a look back on his legendary career in football ahead of his Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor induction.

After suffering a season-ending knee injury in 2023, Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett returns to the gridiron for his 10th year. Through every step of the recovery process, Jarrett checks in to recount moments that made up a decade with the Falcons organization and what a legacy means to him.

It's a season of revival for the artist at the heart of Atlanta's defensive line. 

It was a challenge unlike any other the Falcons defensive tackle had faced. He continued to work until he won. 

It should have been a celebration of all he had accomplished and the start of a new journey. Instead, it left him in tears.

In the past decade, his impact has been felt in many ways: sacked quarterbacks, community engagement, and as a leader for his teammates.

The restoration. The return. The renaissance. This is the story of Grady Jarrett, year ten.

In early 2024, we began documenting the recovery journey that would take Grady Jarrett from a season-ending injury back to his starter role for his tenth season with the Atlanta Falcons. Through these photos, we celebrate the relentless determination of a player who has taken the weight of a setback and leveraged it to become stronger both physically and mentally.

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has built a brand for himself at 22 years old that reflects his good-natured character.

In March 2024, we traveled to Austin, Texas, for a feature story on Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson. We sat down with his mentors who taught him the power of example at the University of Texas, then stepped into his current season of life as he sets the example through both his NFL career and his business endeavors. Whether you know him as an athlete, influencer, or businessman, at the heart of every facet of Bijan's life is the power of example.

The Atlanta Falcons used the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft to select running back Bijan Robinson out of the University of Texas. In his first season, Robinson led all rookies with 976 rushing yards. He also scored a team-high eight touchdowns. Though Robinson's stardom skyrocketed even more with the jump from the NCAA to the NFL, the 22-year-old has remained true to himself as the spotlight grew brighter. Just ask those who know him best. Better yet, learn how Robinson has not abused the power of example. As a person, player and brand, he sets one of the best.

Story by Tori McElhaney

Matt Ryan and Senior Reporter Tori McElhaney reflect on his 14 years with the Falcons and 16 years in the NFL.

Matt Ryan returns to the Falcons facilities to sign a one-day contract, read a love-letter to Atlanta, and retire as an Atlanta Falcon.

Hear from the men who knew Ryan's career best, the ones who took every step with him. 

Swipe to view behind-the-scene photos of Matt Ryan announcing his retirement as Atlanta Falcons quarterback.

This is the story of Carter's relationship with the place he's always called home. 

Star Falcons safety credits his mother for instilling the value of planning, young son for motivating him to new heights.

How Lawrenceville, Ga. native Taylor Heinicke reawakened his NFL dream with help of his hometown community. 

Stay up to date on everything you need to know about the Falcons in free agency. 

Stick, who is the winningest quarterback in FCS history, was drafted by the Chargers in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft.

Veteran Kevin King earns a second season in Atlanta.

It's no secret the Falcons wanted to prioritize their defense entering this offseason. The last hurdle is the 2025 NFL Draft.

Teagan Quitoriano is a former fifth-round draft pick for the Texans. 

The veteran pass rusher called Atlanta's head coach "one of the best" he's ever worked with.