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Falcons sign DE Za'Darius Smith to 1-year deal
The Atlanta Falcons signed three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Za'Darius Smith to a one-year contract on Tuesday.,The Falcons did not reveal the financial terms for Smith, who worked out for the Falcons on Monday. NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the deal is worth $6 million and up to $8 million wi...
Atlanta Falcons Have Plenty of Reasons for Optimism Entering 2026
The Atlanta Falcons enter 2026 with a new regime, a loaded offense and an easy schedule. Can they finally end their playoff drought?...
Falcons DE Jalon Walker carted off with leg injury
Atlanta Falcons pass-rusher Jalon Walker was carted off the field with a leg injury at training camp on Tuesday.,The 2025 first-round draft pick was injured during a two-minute simulation in a non-padded, 11-on-11 practice.,Teammates took a knee and surrounded Walker as he was being treated, bringin...
Bijan Robinson's Record Contract Means Jahmyr Gibbs Is About to Get Paid
Bijan Robinson's record-setting extension could pave the way for Jahmyr Gibbs to land a massive new contract with the Detroit Lions....
Brendan Sorsby Could Be Worth the Gamble for These NFL Teams
Brendan Sorsby has declared for the 2026 Supplemental Draft. Here are five NFL teams that could consider taking a chance on the talented quarterback....
Falcons sign WR Drake London to 4-year, $141M extension
The Atlanta Falcons officially re-signed wide receiver Drake London to a four-year contract extension Monday.,The team announcement comes nearly one week after the deal was reported by multiple outlets as being worth $141 million. A total of $100 million of the deal is reportedly guaranteed, while t...
Five NFL Quarterbacks Who Appear Poised To Win Starting Jobs In 2026
As NFL teams prepare for minicamps, here's a look at the quarterbacks best positioned to win starting jobs entering the 2026 season....
Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Mock Draft: Arch Manning Doesn’t Go No. 1 Overall
Arch Manning, Jeremiah Smith and Dante Moore headline this way-too-early 2027 NFL Mock Draft. See who lands in the top 10 picks....
Reports: Falcons' James Pearce Jr. accepts 1-year intervention program
Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. agreed to participate in a one-year intervention program that, if completed successfully, will result in the dismissal of three felony charges, according to multiple reports Tuesday.,Pearce, 22, was arrested on Feb. 7 in Doral, Fla., on multiple criminal c...
2027 NFL Draft: Teams Most Likely To Land the No. 1 Overall Pick
A look at the NFL teams most likely to secure the No. 1 pick in the 2027 Draft, featuring the Dolphins, Browns, and Cardinals....
Three Teams That Screwed Up 2026 NFL Draft
Breaking down the most questionable decisions from the 2026 NFL Draft, including the Jaguars, 49ers, and Falcons....
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. has path to dropped charges
Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. will have all charges dismissed if he completes an intervention program that includes therapy sessions and staying out of trouble for six months.,Attorney Yale Sanford told ESPN on Thursday that his client also agreed to stay away from ex-girlfriend Rickea...