If you ask any fan of the Atlanta Falcons what the team’s biggest need is, you will likely get the same answer. The defensive pass rush continues to be a problem year after year. In 2024, the team ranked 31st in total sacks despite the offseason addition of Matthew Judon. On Monday, one of the league’s best edge rushers, Myles Garrett, requested a trade from the Cleveland … [Read more...] about Could the Falcons actually trade for Browns EDGE Myles Garrett?
Saquon Barkley gives major compliment to Falcons RB Bijan Robinson
If the 2024 NFL season taught us anything, it’s that running backs officially matter again. The Philadelphia Eagles signed Saquon Barkley in the offseason and his 2,000-yard campaign helped the team make it to the Super Bowl. Barkley may have been the best running back in the league, but several others also had incredible seasons. Derrick Henry dominated for the Baltimore … [Read more...] about Saquon Barkley gives major compliment to Falcons RB Bijan Robinson
Kirk Cousins offers possible explanation for midseason slump
The Atlanta Falcons got off to an impressive 6-3 start in 2024 before a midseason slump cost them a chance at the playoffs. Starting in Week 10, the team lost four straight games and Kirk Cousins‘ poor play was the biggest reason for the streak. So what exactly happened to the veteran quarterback that caused his midseason dropoff? Cousins’ arm strength seemed to vanish out of … [Read more...] about Kirk Cousins offers possible explanation for midseason slump
NFL analyst identifies Falcons’ top need entering 2025 offseason
Since the 2018 offseason, the Atlanta Falcons have been searching for answers on the defensive side of the ball. Those same questions will be asked again in 2025 as the team looks to pair an explosive offense with a defense that is at least competent. Atlanta’s pass defense gave up two passing touchdowns per game in 2024. Only the Carolina Panthers allowed more touchdown passes … [Read more...] about NFL analyst identifies Falcons’ top need entering 2025 offseason
15 cornerback prospects the Falcons could target in 2025 NFL draft
Playing cornerback in the NFL is one of the toughest, most thankless jobs, but somebody’s got to do it. The Atlanta Falcons are fortunate to have one of the league’s better cornerbacks in A.J. Terrell. The team signed the former first-round pick to a four-year extension that keeps him in Atlanta through 2028. Beyond Terrell, though, there are major questions in the secondary … [Read more...] about 15 cornerback prospects the Falcons could target in 2025 NFL draft