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October 4, 2014
Steven Jackson: Time with Falcons a 'disappointment'
Steven Jackson termed his two-year stint with the Atlanta Falcons as a "disappointment." However, the veteran running back has no plans to retire.
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Falcons release veteran running back Steven Jackson
The Atlanta Falcons on Thursday released running back Steven Jackson, who in two seasons with the team couldn't recapture his 1,000-yard form that made him one of the league's top backs with the Rams. In 2013, his first season with the Falcons, he had 543 yards rushing in 12 games. Jackson has had at least 20 catches in 10 straight seasons, including a career-best 90 receptions in 2006. The Fal...
Atlanta Falcons cut RB Steven Jackson
In a move most people expected to see, the Atlanta Falcons parted ways with running back Steven Jackson.
Falcons part ways with veteran RB Jackson
The Atlanta Falcons have released veteran running back Steven Jackson, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, a move which will save the team $3.75 million against the salary cap.
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Steven Jackson Cut by Falcons: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
The Atlanta Falcons announced Thursday that they have parted ways with veteran running back Steven Jackson . News of Jackson's release came from a report by Jay Adams through the Falcons' official website...
Steven Jackson released by Falcons after two seasons
Steven Jackson's time in Atlanta is over. The Falcons announced that they have released the veteran running back after two seasons with the team.
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Atlanta Falcons sign Matt Bryant to contract extension
The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran kicker Matt Bryant to a contract extension on Wednesday, assuring that the second leading scorer in franchise history will be back with the team in 2015.
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Bryant, Falcons Agree to Extension
The Atlanta Falcons have a lot of roster holes to fill this offseason, but they've secured one of their primary assets in kicker Matt Bryant with a contract extension...
Falcons sign PK Matt Bryant to new contract
One of the top prospective free agent kickers will not hit the market. The Falcons have signed Matt Bryant to a new contract, the club said on its website Wednesday. Bryant, 39, connected on 29-of-32 field goals in 2014 for Atlanta, with all three of his misses from 50 yards and beyond. Overall, he is...
Falcons' Post-Combine 7-Round Mock Draft
With the combine finally wrapped up, we have an idea of who the athletic freaks are and who the Atlanta Falcons should look at. Due to that, getting an idea of who would be available in each round makes a ton of sense...
Falcons give extensions to Cliff Matthews, Patrick DiMarco
The Atlanta Falcons have managed to take care of a couple of contract extensions ahead of free agency next month. The team announced they had signed defensive end Cliff Matthews and fullback Patrick DiMarco to new deals on Tuesday. Matthews was set to become an unrestricted free agent when the new league year begins on...
Umenyiora doesn't plan to retire this year
Osi Umenyiora has no immediate plans to retire with his Atlanta Falcons' contract set to expire on March 10.
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Offseason Forecast: Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons restructured their front office following a disappointing 2014 season. With a new coach and offensive coordinator, will QB Matt Ryan get the help he needs?
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Report: Justin Forsett on Atlanta Falcons' radar
Justin Forsett is reportedly on the Atlanta's radar as a good fit for Kyle Shanahan's offense. Will the Falcons drive up the price on the Ravens next month?
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Free-Agent Targets the Falcons Must Sign
Atlanta has a ton of holes on its team and needs to fill some of them with re-signings and outside free-agent signings. Quite a few players could help Atlanta turn around quite quickly...
Atlanta Falcons have 'high hopes' for Devonta Freeman
Coach Dan Quinn said he has "high hopes" for Devonta Freeman, who is "tailor-made" for the Falcons offense. Does this spell the end for Steven Jackson in Atlanta?
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Falcons' Round 1 Big Board Before Combine
With just a few major needs and quite a few minor ones, the Atlanta Falcons ' big board will look very similar to a top defensive ends and pass-rushers list for the draft. Luckily, the 2015 draft is loaded with pass-rushers at the top of the draft...
Goodell made $35 million in 2013
The NFL on Friday released the amount Goodell earned in salary, bonus and pension compensation. Goodell made $35.1 million in 2012, with an additional $5 million in incentive pay and $4.1 million pension payment from the 2011 lockout year that was paid in 2012. Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, a member of the league's compensation committee, said in a statement that compensation packages are...
Shanahan: 'Matt Ryan fits into everyone's offense'
New Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan spent last season with a Browns squad lacking a franchise quarterback. Now he inherits a high-powered Atlanta offense led by premier signal-caller Matt Ryan.
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K. Shanahan: Manziel great, gets 'bad rep'
New Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan declined to share specifics about what led to his departure from the Cleveland Browns, but Shanahan spoke favorably of embattled quarterback Johnny Manziel.
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How will Bucs OC Dirk Koetter fare sans Matt Ryan?
Dirk Koetter has his work cut out for him in joining the Buccaneers from the Atlanta Falcons, with no quarterback resembling Matt Ryan on the roster. Conor Orr breaks down the situation in Tampa.
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Seahawks Promote Kris Richard to DC
The Seattle Seahawks didn't need much time to find a new defensive coordinator. About a week after Dan Quinn officially left to take the Atlanta Falcons' head-coaching job, the ...
Analyzing Matt Miller's Picks Post-Super Bowl for ATL
Matt Miller came out with his post-Super Bowl NFL mock draft on Monday, and the Atlanta Falcons ' picks in there are interesting to say the least...
Which of the seven new NFL head coaches was the best hire?
When Dan Quinn could finally accept the Atlanta Falcons' head-coaching job after Super Bowl XLIX, there were no more NFL vacancies.
5 Cuts That Could Create Cap Space for Atlanta
When a team has a ton of cap space the way that the Falcons do, it's tough to focus on people they should cut...
Dan Quinn hints at keeping Julio Jones long-term
Dan Quinn -- who owns final say over the Falcons' 53-man roster -- will decide whether or not to re-sign Julio Jones after next season. Early indications are that won't be a tough choice for the new coach.
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Falcons' Bargain Guide to the 2015 Offseason
The Atlanta Falcons have a ton of big needs when looking at their current roster. They need to make sure to find good bargains in either free agency or during the draft for at least ...
How Dan Quinn Will Rebuild Falcons Pass Rush
It's the dawn of a new age for the Atlanta Falcons , who named former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as the franchise's 16th head coach Tuesday. It's hardly a surprise that the Falcons went the defensive route at head coach...
Sean Weatherspoon still important part of Falcons' D
General manager Thomas Dimitroff made it clear Tuesday that Sean Weatherspoon will be an integral piece of Dan Quinn's new defense. Can the Falcons re-sign their best linebacker?
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Quinn lays out plan to bring winner to Falcons
Two days after a startling Super Bowl loss, Dan Quinn is off to a new start with the Atlanta Falcons. The former Seattle defensive coordinator was introduced as the team's coach Tuesday, a day after he was hired and less than 48 hours after a Super Bowl loss to New England. Quinn beamed as he discussed plans for the Falcons. I can't wait to get started.'' Quinn's defenses helped lead Seattle to...
Falcons' new coach Quinn still dealing with Super Bowl pain
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Dan Quinn is still trying to sort out the end of the Super Bowl, even on his first day as coach of the Atlanta Falcons.
Blank: Falcons 'wrong' to add fake noise
Falcons owner Arthur Blank said Tuesday he has seen enough of the NFL's investigation of fake crowd noise at Atlanta's home games to acknowledge wrongdoing. The NFL is trying to determine if the Falcons pumped artificial crowd noise into the Georgia Dome for home games the last two years.
Presser Takeaways: Quinn to Have Final Say on Roster
The Atlanta Falcons had to wait longer than anyone else to hire a head coach, but they made it clear Tuesday that they felt former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn was worth it as he was officially introduced in a press conference...
Falcons appoint Seattle defence dynamo Quinn new coach
Former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn is the Atlanta Falcons' new coach, the NFL club announced Monday, a day after Seattle lost to New England in the Super Bowl. Quinn, whose Seahawks' defensive unit allowed the fewest points and yards in the league over the past two seasons, reportedly signed a five-year deal with the Falcons before owner Arthur Blank announced his hiring.
Grading Shanahan, Quinn Hires for Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2015 offseason with a new group of coaches on both sides of the ball. What grades do these coaching hires deserve? How successful can they be in ...
NFL probing Falcons for fake crowd noise
The NFL is trying to determine if the Atlanta Falcons pumped fake crowd noise into the Georgia Dome for home games the last two years. Team spokesman Reggie Roberts says the team has ''cooperated fully'' after being informed during the season of the league's investigation. The Falcons could be fined or penalized with the loss of a draft pick if found to have added fake crowd noise during the op...
Quinn Must Prove Talent Didn't Carry Him in Seattle
When it is soon confirmed that Dan Quinn will become the 16th head coach in Atlanta Falcons history, the mandate will be as clear as the task will be large...
Seahawks DC Quinn named Falcons coach
ATLANTA (AP) -- A person familiar with the negotiations says Seattle defensive coordinator Dan Quinn has agreed to a five-year deal to become the Atlanta Falcons coach.
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Dan Quinn, Atlanta Falcons agree to five-year deal
The Falcons are set to name Dan Quinn their new head coach this week, Ian Rapoport reported Monday. What are the odds Quinn will be able to turn things around in Atlanta?
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Report: Dan Quinn named Atlanta Falcons' new head coach
Just hours after the Seattle Seahawks lost the Super Bowl, they also lost their defensive coordinator.
Falcons Require Upgrades to Fit Quinn's Scheme
Dan Quinn's eventual hire as the new head coach of the Atlanta Falcons is the worst-kept secret in the NFL . Once Quinn is finally in place, he can can turn his attention toward his primary responsibility: turning around the league's worst defense.
Falcons Potential Pick: WR/TE Darren Waller
The Atlanta Falcons need someone who can either learn to be a No. 2 wide receiver or a starting tight end who can play in the slot and stretch the seam...
K.J. Wright: Dan Quinn is a 'defensive mastermind'
Linebacker K.J. Wright said Tuesday that the Falcons are getting a "defensive mastermind" in Dan Quinn. Find out what other Seahawks defenders had to say about their boss' chances of success in Atlanta.
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Falcons' Top Pass Rushing FA Targets
Atlanta's biggest need for the past two seasons has been a premier pass-rusher who can transform the defense from a horrible one in pass rushing to at least an average one...
Seahawks say Falcons are getting a great coach in Dan Quinn
Boy, to listen to Seattle players talk about defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, it's almost like he already has a job or something. Oh, wait, he does, it just hasn't been announced. The wink-nod reality that Quinn is going to be the new boss in Atlanta (though he technically can't agree to a deal while the...
2015 Atlanta Falcons Potential Draft Pick Profile: TE Nick Boyle
The Falcons need a tight end to compete with Levine Toilolo for playing time after the Stanford graduate performed poorly during the 2014 season for Atlanta...
Source: Raheem Morris to join Falcons' staff
Former Redskins secondary coach Raheem Morris has agreed to a position with the Atlanta Falcons as assistant head coach in charge of defensive backs, a source confirmed Monday morning.
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Raheem Morris verbally accepts job with Falcons
Atlanta might still be without a head coach, but that hasn't stopped the organization from filling its staff. Albert Breer reports Raheem Morris has verbally accepted a position with the Falcons.
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Falcons' Ryan throws deciding TD in Pro Bowl win
Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan threw the deciding touchdown pass to Jimmy Graham late in the fourth quarter as Team Irvin edged Team Carter 32-28 in the NFL Pro Bowl. The 45th edition of the all-star event on Sunday featured teams picked by Hall of Fame receivers Cris Carter and Michael Irvin. Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford took most of the snaps for Team Irvin, throwing for 316 yards and tw...
Why the Raiders Should Hire Mike Smith as a Defensive Coordinator
Initially, it was good news to hear about the Oakland Raiders ' interest in interviewing former Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith for the defensive coordinator position, per Ian Rapoport of NFL ...
