When the Falcons signed quarterback Kirk Cousins in free agency, many wondered if he would attempt to acquire the No. 8 from tight end Kyle Pitts. During his introductory press conference, Cousins said he spoke to Pitts about a potential number change and that the young tight end simply requested “targets” in return for the jersey. However, it doesn’t appear the two players … [Read more...] about Falcons QB Kirk Cousins will wear the No. 18 this season
Falcons re-sign DL Kentavius Street to one-year deal
After several pieces on offense over the last week, the Atlanta Falcons have finally made their first defensive signing of the new league year. On Monday afternoon, the team re-signed defensive lineman Kentavius Street to a one-year deal. The 27-year-old appeared in five games for the Falcons last season, recording 14 total tackles, one sack and one fumble recovery. Street was … [Read more...] about Falcons re-sign DL Kentavius Street to one-year deal
2024 NFL mock draft: Falcons trade down in post-free agency projection
In the NFL, the new league year represents the official start of free agency, but it also serves as the unofficial start of the draft. For example, the Atlanta Falcons signed quarterback Kirk Cousins on the opening day of free agency, making it unlikely that they select a QB with the No. 8 overall pick.On the other hand, now the Minnesota Vikings need a quarterback to replace … [Read more...] about 2024 NFL mock draft: Falcons trade down in post-free agency projection
Ranking each NFL team (including the Falcons) by Super Bowl 59 odds
The landscape of the NFL changes drastically from year to year as teams find different ways to improve their rosters. It’s been less than a week since the start of free agency and we’ve already seen some major changes around the league. The Atlanta Falcons signed former Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, the Philadelphia Eagles signed former Giants running back Saquon Barkley … [Read more...] about Ranking each NFL team (including the Falcons) by Super Bowl 59 odds
Falcons stabilize offense with early free-agent signings
The Atlanta Falcons haven’t been the most active team in free agency thus far, but the moves that they did make could propel them to the top of their division. Going into the signing period, the team needed to address the quarterback position above all the rest. Atlanta was so aggressive in pursuing free agent Kirk Cousins that the NFL is currently investigating the team for … [Read more...] about Falcons stabilize offense with early free-agent signings