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October 4, 2014
Devonta Freeman Diagnosed with Concussion, Will Not Play vs. Steelers
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Monday that running back Devonta Freeman will be held out of action this week after being placed in the concussion protocol, per Vaughn McClure of ESPN...
Dolphins sign LB Junior Sylvestre
On Saturday, the Miami Dolphins announced that they have signed linebacker Junior Sylvestre. In their preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, the Dolphins lost starting middle...
Raekwon McMillan's Knee Injury Reportedly a Torn ACL, out for Season
Miami Dolphins rookie linebacker Raekwon McMillan is expected to miss the entire 2017 NFL season after suffering a torn ACL in Thursday night's preseason victory over the Atlanta Falcons ...
NFL preseason: Miami Dolphins 23, Atlanta Falcons 20
Devonta Freeman scored on a 15-yard reception from Matt Ryan as the Atlanta Falcons lost to the Miami Dolphins 23-20 in preseason action.
Freeman scores but Falcons blew lead at Miami, 23-20
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Now the NFL's highest-paid running back, Devonta Freeman looked the part in a brief appearance Thursday night, scoring on a 15-yard reception from Matt Ryan as the Atlanta Falcons lost to the Miami Dolphins 23-20.
Falcons vs. Dolphins: 3 position battles to watch Preseason Week 1
The Atlanta Falcons kick off their preseason schedule tomorrow night on the road against the Miami Dolphins. Usually, we'd provide a list of matchups to watch in preparation for the game, but...
Falcons to hold out Julio Jones in preseason opener | FOX Sports
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons are holding out wide receiver Julio Jones in their preseason opener at Miami on Thursday night.
Falcons GM: Julio Jones 'healed up very, very well'
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones missed the team's offseason program after undergoing foot surgery in March. GM Thomas Dimitroff says the WR has 'healed up very, very well'.
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PFT preseason power rankings No. 2: Atlanta Falcons
The thing people will remember about the 2016 Falcons is that they blew a 28-3 lead in the Super Bowl. That's reality, but also a shame, because there was so much positive about their season and what it portends for the future. The Falcons have traditionally had skill-position talent, but they pushed it to another...
J.J. Watt's health, contract concerns highlight 10 Texans questions
In the aftermath of a 34-16 AFC divisional-round loss in January to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the setback has created even more determination for the defending AFC South champions. Popular with teammates for his low-key personality in the locker room and hard-nosed approach to football, Savage is a strong-armed, classic pocket passer. All indications are that he's made a sound recove...
Falcons secondary ranked No. 5 in the NFL by PFF
Pro Football Focus made a wise decision in their recent secondary rankings for all 32 NFL teams, putting the young, talented Atlanta Falcons secondary among the league's top five. It shouldn&...
Falcons TE Austin Hooper ranked No. 2 in DVOA at his position
You already know the Falcons have the NFL's top offense, led by an MVP quarterback and bolstered by insane talent at wide receiver and running back. Did you also know Atlanta has a rising sta...
Jeff Fisher Tells Rams Staff He's Been Fired in 'All or Nothing' Video
Jeff Fisher 's tenure as head coach of the Los Angeles Rams came to an unceremonious end when he was fired after a 42-14 loss against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 14 last season...
NFL stars Ryan, Brown visit William & Mary for All-Pro camp
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and Steelers receiver Antonio Brown gave a number of youngsters football and life advice at Nike's 24th annual Colonial All-Pro Camp.
Matt Ryan laments Super Bowl loss in new high-profile Gatorade ad
The Falcons quarterback says he wants to move on from the Super Bowl loss, but this new commercial suggests otherwise.
Players' big paydays not primary concern of Falcons owner Arthur Blank
He understands that MVP Matt Ryan soon may be up for an even loftier salary, but Arthur Blank takes a long view for all players, not just top earners.
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Falcons dominate the NFL Top 100
Fact: Matt Ryan is an accomplished amateur beet pickler
Falcons 2017 position groups ranked from first to worst
The Atlanta Falcons have one of the NFL's deepest and most talented rosters, but a lot has changed since the Super Bowl. To help get you re-acquainted with the team, let's go around and...
Devonta Freeman thinks he should've been Super Bowl MVP. Does he not realize he was the goat? | FOX Sports
The Falcons RB was responsible for the sack/fumble that changed the game.
Freeman laments Super Bowl loss: I should have been MVP
When it comes to Super LI and the Atlanta Falcons' loss, Devonta Freeman is still bitter, though a new contract is on the horizon.
Falcons confident in Devonta Freeman deal by first week of training camp
The Falcons brass is confident they will get a deal done with Devonta Freeman by the first week of training camp, according to a report by Dianna Russini of ESPN: Freeman is entering what would be ...
Devonta Freeman Says He's Looking Forward to Signing Contract Extension
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman helped lead his team to the Super Bowl last season and is ready to be rewarded with a contract extension...
Garland, Schweitzer taking shared path to Falcons' RG battle | FOX Sports
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The second day of minicamp was over for some Atlanta Falcons players.
Roddy White 'open' to future front office role with Falcons
After years of lining up at receiver for the Falcons, Roddy White has interest in transitioning into a front office role with the team in the future.
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Michael Vick, Roddy White retire in Falcons ceremony
The Atlanta Falcons bade farewell to two of the most talented, and controversial, players in team history.
Michael Vick, Roddy White to be honored as 'Falcons for life'
White spent his entire career with the Falcons, while Vick bounced around the league a bit towards the end of his career.
Falcons OC wants more red-zone targets for Julio Jones
New Falcons OC Steve Sarkisian wants to do more than copy Kyle Shanahan's offense. Sarkisian told reporters Wednesday he wants to utilize All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones in the red zone in 2017.
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Falcons sign former Washington wide receiver, returner
The Atlanta Falcons have made a move heading into the first weekend of OTAs. According to a statement released by the team, Atlanta has signed former University of Washington wide receiver Marvin H...
Matt Ryan: We have the blueprint for success, so we're going to give everything we have
NFL Network's Tiffany Blackmon speaks with Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan about preparing for the 2017 season.
Fans react: What if Michael Vick retired as a Falcon?
When news broke that Michael Vick wanted to retire as an Atlanta Falcon over the weekend, some NFL f...
Falcons RB Devonta Freeman ranked No. 41 on NFL Top 100
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman has been one of the NFL's most productive offensive players over the last two years. Now he is starting to get the recognition that he deserves fr...
Desmond Trufant only CB in NFL who did not miss a tackle last season
Richard Sherman of the Seattle Seahawks is usually considered the best tackling corner in the league, but it's possible that Desmond Trufant of the Atlanta Falcons has surpassed him in that r...
Film Room: A look at new Falcons linebacker Duke Riley
The Atlanta Falcons focused on defense early on in the NFL draft again, using their first two picks and three of their first four on that side of the ball. Naturally, a lot of attention is being pa...
Michael Vick's football legacy still impacts younger generation
Michael Vick had the eyes and ears of campers at his football showcase as the ex-Atlanta Falcons star quarterback continues to repair his reputation.
Michael Vick not actually in talks to retire with Falcons
Michael Vick may have jumped the gun when he said that he was in talks to retire as a Falcon.Vick was interviewed on Friday and asked about retiring with the Falcons, and the retired quarterback said the idea was "in discussion." But when pressed about
Hilarious Falcons stat of the day: The Bills haven't won in Atlanta since 1973
May that streak continue.
No talks yet between Michael Vick, Atlanta Falcons on sign-to-retire deal
Quarterback Michael Vick said he has not spoken to anyone with the Atlanta Falcons about signing a one-day contract so he can officially retire as a member of the Falcons.
Vick clarifies no talks on 1-day Falcons deal
Former Atlanta quarterback Michael Vick clarified recent statements regarding retirement, saying he has not spoken with anyone from the organization about signing a one-day contract to retire a Falcon.
Michael Vick Says He Hasn't Talked to Falcons Regarding Retiring with Franchise
Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick clarified to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com on Sunday that he has not yet spoken to the Atlanta Falcons organization about his desire to sign a one-day contract and retire with the team...
Michael Vick says he wants to sign a one-day contract, retire with the Falcons
Vick's legacy with the franchise that drafted him remains complicated
Michael Vick says he's in talks to retire as a member of the Falcons | FOX Sports
Vick became a star with the Falcons.
Michael Vick hoping to retire as Falcon on 1-day deal
The former quarterback has not played since 2015 and retired in February after additional stints with the Eagles, Jets and Steelers.
Michael Vick wants one more day as an Atlanta Falcon
Few people likely thought Michael Vick would ever be an Atlanta Falcon again -- in any capacity for...
Vick wants to retire as Falcon on one-day deal
Michael Vick, who told ESPN's Josina Anderson in February that he is retired from the NFL, said he is in talks with the Atlanta Falcons to sign a one-day contract and officially retire with his first NFL team.
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Former NFL QB Michael Vick wants to retire with Atlanta Falcons
Quarterback Michael Vick, the former No. 1 pick of the Atlanta Falcons, is hoping to sign a one-day contract and officially retire as a member of the Falcons.
Michael Vick plans to sign one-day deal, retire with Falcons
Vick has been a part of other teams after the Falcons — but he wants his NFL career to end where it started.
Michael Vick Says He Plans to Sign 1-Day Contract, Retire with Atlanta Falcons
Free-agent quarterback Michael Vick said he's talking with the Atlanta Falcons about the idea of signing a one-day contract with the organization to officially retire as a member of the Falcons...
Michael Vick plans to sign a one-day contract, retire as a Falcon
It's been a decade since Michael Vick went from a Falcons superstar to a convicted felon, and after his release from prison he's been an Eagle, a Jet and a Steeler. But he'll be remembered for his greatness in Atlanta, and that's where he wants his career to come to an official end. Vick told...
