Atlanta Falcons News - Breaking News, Transactions, Free Agency, Mailbag, Analysis

Tori McElhaney answers your questions. 

Despite the Packers broadening their wording, the rule proposal did not receive enough support.

League owners approved the resolution during spring meetings on Tuesday.

Xavier Watts and Billy Bowman Jr. both embarked on their college careers as wide receivers but became defensive backs. 

In his second season Penix will have the opportunity to prove he's the long-term answer for Atlanta at quarterback.

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

Atlanta's draft class is 'unique' in an era where college transfers are more common than ever. 

This is the schedule, for better or for worse. The Falcons have to put the ball down every week and win more than they lose.

The Atlanta Falcons' schedule for the 2025 season has been unveiled, and this year's division stretch isn't so neatly laid out.

The Atlanta Falcons' 2025 schedule has been released, and the team is slated for a high-visibility fall.

It features a divisional home opener, the earliest bye week and five prime-time games.

The plan for the Falcons' rookie is to work solely in the edge rushers' room to start. 

Cousins has a $40 million cap hit in 2025 regardless of what the organization ultimately decides to do with the veteran quarterback. 

The Atlanta Falcons have been chosen to play in one of the NFL's international games in 2025

The Falcons selected two defensive backs in the 2025 NFL Draft who are expected to play major roles for the team this season. According to Jerry Gray, they couldn't be more different. 

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

Pearce was drafted No. 26 overall by the Falcons after the organization traded with the Los Angeles Rams to get back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. 

Walker was the Falcons' No. 15 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. 

The Falcons hosted 41 players for their rookie minicamp this weekend. That list of included drafted rookies, UDFAs and tryout players. 

It's only the beginning, but the Falcons believe Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. can become impact players early.

Complete list includes drafted rookies, UDFAs and tryout players. 

Xavier Watts, Billy Bowman Jr. and Jack Nelson put pen to paper before rookie minicamp.

A position-by-position look at how the Falcons' lineup may have changed after free agency and the draft.

Why Cobee Bryant, Nick Nash and Joshua Simon deserve extra attention the next three days.

See the jersey numbers for Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr. and the rest of the Falcons' rookies.

Defensive line coach Nate Ollie said Zach Harrison and Brandon Dorlus will be the Falcons' "big ends." 

Can Pitts elevate his game within an offense on the upswing?

From the starting center to the backup quarterback, Atlanta still has some questions to answer after draft and free agency.

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

Tori McElhaney answers your questions. 

The Falcons drafted four defensive players who could break into the 2025 starting lineup.

The Falcons picked up the 2022 first-round draft pick's fifth-year option. 

The Falcons' assistant general manager is also confident the team gained four defensive starters through the draft.

Falcons organization fined $250,000, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich fined $100,000. 

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

Fourteen rookie quarterbacks were drafted. How does the market look now?

The Falcons have often gone against conventional wisdom when making their first round decisions. This draft was no different, but the need for immediate impact will stress the strategy. 

A closer look at the five players the Atlanta Falcons selected in the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Falcons selected five players in the 2025 NFL Draft, but they aren't finished adding to their rookie class.

Now that the draft has wrapped, let's take a look at the national media grades for the Falcons.

The Falcons drafted five players. Now, they need to decided on undrafted free agents.

The Falcons add some youth to their offensive line room with the rookie out of Wisconsin. 

If you're looking for a rundown of all the draft action, or a place to find the latest Falcons draft coverage, this is a good place to start

The Atlanta Falcons selected University of Wisconsin offensive tackle Jack Nelson with the No. 218 overall pick in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich didn't expect the Oklahoma defensive back to be available at No. 118.

The Falcons' first-round pick has a play style reminiscent of Micah Parsons, but he's ready to forge his own path.

The Atlanta Falcons selected the Oklahoma safety with the No. 118 pick in the draft. Falcons brass explains their vision for him at nickel. 

The Atlanta Falcons selected University of Oklahoma defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. with the No. 118 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Xavier Watts said he models his game after the Falcons' veteran, too. 

A quick look at the players Atlanta could target in the fourth and seventh rounds as well as the biggest remaining needs for the Falcons on Day 3.

In a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, Atlanta moved up in the third round to take the Notre Dame safety at No. 96 overall. 

Atlanta made a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles to move up in the third round and grab Watts. 

The Falcons' new edge from Georgia is very confident in his pass-rushing abilities. 

Instead of feeling pressure, the former Tennessee defensive lineman embraces Atlanta's big move.

The NFL announced the 2025 schedule will be revealed May 14.

The Falcons now have three former Bulldogs on the roster for 2025.

The Falcons traded back up into the first round to select the Tennessee edge rusher at No. 26 overall. 

Atlanta selected the Georgia defensive weapon with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.