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Atlanta will play its starters on Friday night against the Miami Dolphins in its final preseason game.

The Falcons and Colts held their second and final day of joint practices. Here's what we learned.

The Falcons and Colts held their first day of joint practices. Here's what we learned.

Kevin Stefanski details plan for starters over the next week of practices and second preseason game.

The NFL has announced its decision regarding the Atlanta Falcons' pass rusher.

Tua Tagovailoa will start the game at quarterback. Cooper Rush and Jack Strand will rotate in.

Three legendary NFL running backs explain what makes Bijan Robinson a true original.

The Atlanta Falcons have one practice remaining before their first preseason game against the Denver Broncos on Friday night, which will provide more details about the season ahead.

In other corresponding moves, Atlanta has waived/injured WR Le'Meke Brockington and LB Malik Verdon.

Eric Johnson II was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2022. The same year Ollie joined the Colts' staff as the defensive line coach.

Sermon signed with the Falcons earlier in August.

Smith, a three-time Pro Bowler, has previously played for Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski. Atlanta also released two players from its training camp roster

Collins signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2025, and he appeared in nine games with the team before an injury ended his season.

Jaeden Roberts is a UDFA from Alabama, having signed with the Philadelphia Eagles after the draft.

In other corresponding moves, Atlanta has waived/injured WR Le'Meke Brockington and LB Malik Verdon.

The veteran running back was a graduate of Sprayberry High School in Marietta, Ga. before taking his talents to Oklahoma and Ohio State in his college years.

The veteran tackle has been cleared to return after beginning training camp on the active/PUP list. Atlanta has also released two players, including a former draft pick.

Atlanta places four players on the PUP list, two on the NFI list and releases a quarterback.

Story by Tori McElhaney

An exclusive look at Jeff Ulbrich's defensive philosophy forged over 25 years as a player and coach.

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.

Plus, the chaos of the NFC South continues as a champion has yet to be crowned.

Plus, the Carolina Panthers move into top slot of NFC South with win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Plus, an NFC South standoff that will take the division to the wire.

Plus, there were some mind boggling stats to highlight this week.

Plus, the Falcons continue to fall after loss to the Jets.

Week 12 of the 2025 season turned into the week of the .500 teams getting over the hump.

The Week 11 slate featured several compelling matchups that lived up to their billing.

Falcons drop their fourth consecutive game vs. the Colts in Germany.

Falcons drop their third game since returning to action after their Week 5 bye.

Take a look at all the happenings as the 2025 season nears its midway point.

Plus, the Steelers fall significantly after losing to Joe Flacco.

Plus, how far do their top-ranked opponents drop?

Plus, with every NFC South team winning in Week 5 and the Falcons on a bye, how does that shift positioning?

Plus, how far did the Falcons ascend after beating the Commanders? Read to find out.

Plus, what are the ramifications in rankings for the Falcons after shutout vs. Panthers?

Plus, a Super Bowl rematch tips the scales in the top-10.

The Atlanta Falcons fall out of the top-20 with loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Bills, Lions sit atop the league. Falcons break into top-20 with revamped defense.

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

In his four NFL seasons, Malone has become a standout special teams player and produced several splash plays on defense when called upon.

Holmes joins the Falcons after two seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Robinson entered the league as a third-round pick by the Washington Commanders in the 2022 NFL Draft and topped 700 yards on the ground in each of his first three seasons.

A native of Suwanee, Georgia, Goodson attended North Gwinnett High School and now returns to his home state to continue his professional career.

With more than 30 starts under his belt and 11 years in the NFL, Siemian brings valuable experience to the Falcons' quarterbacks room.

The Falcons' new quarterback spoke with Atlanta media members for the first time. Here is what we learned.