It’s never easy to bench an NFL quarterback, but it’s especially tough when that player has a $180 million contract. Nonetheless, the Atlanta Falcons decided to sit Kirk Cousins down and give rookie Michael Penix Jr. a chance to right the ship. Cousins has been held to one touchdown pass over the last five games while throwing nine interceptions. Atlanta has lost four out of … [Read more...] about Falcons OC Zac Robinson says staff ‘felt strongly’ about QB change
Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Drake London, Lorenzo Carter
The Atlanta Falcons have released their final injury report ahead of this weekend’s game against the New York Giants. Wide receiver Casey Washington has been ruled out for Week 16 due to a concussion. Two other Falcons — linebacker Lorenzo Carter and wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge — are officially questionable for Sunday’s game in Atlanta. Falcons wide receiver Drake London was … [Read more...] about Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Drake London, Lorenzo Carter
Why Falcons benching Kirk Cousins after a win was unsurprising
Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons snapped a four-game losing streak with Monday night’s 15-9 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. All positive things, right? Technically, yes, considering the Falcons are still in the playoff hunt after squandering what was once a comfortable lead in the NFC South. So, why did the team choose to bench Cousins now? And why isn’t anyone surprised by … [Read more...] about Why Falcons benching Kirk Cousins after a win was unsurprising
Falcons reveal uniforms for Week 16 matchup vs. New York Giants
The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) will be dressed in their Sunday best for Michael Penix Jr.’s first NFL start this weekend at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With the New York Giants (2-12) coming to town, the Falcons are busting out their throwback uniform with the iconic red helmets. Sunday’s contest is essentially a must-win game for Atlanta as the team fights to stay in the postseason … [Read more...] about Falcons reveal uniforms for Week 16 matchup vs. New York Giants
Atlanta Falcons list 13 players on Thursday injury report
The Atlanta Falcons have listed 13 players, including wide receiver Darnell Mooney and defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro, on their latest injury report ahead of this weekend’s game against the New York Giants. Wide receivers Casey Washington and KhaDarel Hodge did not participate and nine others were limited on Thursday. Five players, including guard Chris Lindstrom and … [Read more...] about Atlanta Falcons list 13 players on Thursday injury report