On The Rise | S5E5 | Earning a spot on the Atlanta Falcons roster

The Atlanta Falcons go into the 2025 season with higher expectations. With a lot of offseason efforts to bolster the team in all three phases of the game, this group of men step into the Atlanta Falcons AT&T Training Camp with only one goal: Prove you deserve to be on this roster. With competition rising on the practice fields and in the preseason, guys such as new starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr., free agent linebacker Divine Deablo, longtime veteran left tackle Jake Matthews, and second year wide receiver Casey Washington share their different experiences and hard work put into sharpening their skills at AT&T Training Camp. Get an all-access look at what it takes to earn a spot on this Atlanta Falcons roster as they prepare for Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Presented by Delta Air Lines.

From Charlotte, North Carolina, James Pearce Jr. nicknamed "Juice" is built on drive, family and relentless energy on the field. Drafted 26th overall, the Tennessee edge rusher quickly earned a reputation for bringing the juice in his explosive play style. Off the field, James' calm and grounded nature reflect his family first values.

Jalon Walker's journey has taken him throughout the southeast from Conway, SC to Salisbury, NC to the University of Georgia to Atlanta and the NFL. As the Atlanta Falcons 15th overall pick, Jalon hopes to bring the energy and be a versatile player for the Falcons' defense.

Go behind the scenes of all three phases of the 2025 Offseason Program as the Atlanta Falcons lay the foundation for a successful training camp and season ahead. Presented by Delta Air Lines.

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.

Former Falcons Quarterback Michael Vick sits down with current Falcons Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to get him ready for the 2025 season.

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

The Atlanta Falcons 2025 rookie class has arrived in Atlanta. Get an inside look at their journeys from peewee football to hearing their name called at the NFL Draft and their first weekend in a Falcons jersey. Presented by Delta Air Lines.

Take a special look into the Draft war room and even NFL Combine interviews as Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris and others work to shape the future of the franchise. With the first round selections of Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr., and other key additions in the draft, the foundation for the 2025 Season is set. Presented by Delta Air Lines

The Atlanta Falcons are prepping for the 2025 NFL Draft. What work goes into finding that player before submitting the pick? In this season premiere of On the Rise season 5, go behind the scenes of the Falcons process of adding talent to the roster in the offseason from important events such as the NFL Scouting Combine all the way to Free Agency moves. Presented by Delta Air Lines.

A kid from Conyers, Georgia. 5th-round pick Grady Jarrett surpassed all expectations to becoming a 2x Pro Bowler, tying Super Bowl records, and continually being a top player at his position. All for his hometown team. An incredible player, leader, and role model. We are beyond grateful for 10 seasons. Thank you, Grady.

After falling short of playoff aspirations, expectations are high for a talented Atlanta Falcons roster to develop into a postseason contender in 2025.

Atlanta Falcons Assistant Head Coach/Defense Jerry Gray talks about his teaching methods and the "Art of Visualization." With a strong emphasis on film study to build mental fortitude, defensive backs Justin Simmons, Jessie Bates III, and Mike Hughes share examples of how visualizing plays before they happen has helped them in real-life situations on the field.

Kirk Cousins reflects on return to U.S. Bank Stadium where he previously played for six seasons as a Minnesota Viking.

Atlanta Falcons host Taylor Vismor sits down with running backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier to discuss their friendship, playing styles, and the challenges they pose to defenses.

After completing a sweep over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Atlanta Falcons defeat the Dallas Cowboys at home in a tightly contested battle. In Week 10, the Falcons fall just short against rival the New Orleans Saints in a road matchup. Presented by Delta.

The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Dallas Cowboys at home and locked in some momentum in the first half with a big 4th down stop by Linebacker Kaden Elliss and a huge 36-yard-touchdown by Wide Receiver Darnell Mooney.

The Atlanta Falcons continue on their quest to Outrun the South in a three week stretch featuring two division road games. Presented by Delta.

Atlanta Falcons host Taylor Vismor sits down with wide receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney to talk through their varying playing styles and how their different strengths combined create a threat on offense.

KhaDarel Hodge makes a key tackle on a fake punt from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, leaving the Atlanta Falcons offense with prime field position to score a touchdown.

Rewatch as Tony Gonzalez joins d-block to talk his legendary career, health, former nicknames, and more.

The Atlanta Falcons faced the Kansas City Chiefs for Sunday Night Football, their rivals the New Orleans Saints for week 4, and division opponents Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Thursday Night Football in a three game home stand that packed a ton of excitement down to the last second. The Falcons face three back to back division games in weeks 4-6 and seek to take control of the NFC South. Presented by Delta.

With just under 1:26 remaining in regulation, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers held the lead over the Falcons 30-27. Following a game tying field goal, Kirk Cousins delivered an walk off touchdown pass to Khadarel Hodge to end the game 36-30.

Rewatch as Matt Ryan sits down with D-Block and shows off his guitar skills in a singalong.

In the final seconds of the game, Younghoe Koo hit a career-high 58-yard field goal to secure victory for the Atlanta Falcons against the New Orleans Saints.