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NFL Analyst Reveals Brutal Honesty For Falcons, Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons surprised many with their first-round pick in the NFL Draft, opting for Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8. This choice raised eyebrows, not only for its timing but also due to its implications for the team’s quarterback situation.

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JD Bertrand NFL Draft 2024: Scouting Report for Atlanta Falcons LB

HEIGHT: 6'1" WEIGHT: 235 HAND: 9¾" ARM: 30⅝" WINGSPAN: 74⅞" 40-YARD DASH: N/A 3-CONE: N/A SHUTTLE: N/A VERTICAL: N/A BROAD: N/A POSITIVES — Team captain who…

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / 1 hour ago

Falcons suggest Michael Penix Jr. could sit for "four or five years"

The Falcons outsmarted themselves by taking a quarterback with the eighth overall pick in the draft, just six weeks after making a nine-figure financial commitment to Kirk Cousins.

Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 54 minutes ago

Atlanta Falcons select Brandon Dorlus with 109th pick in 2024 NFL Draft

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

Atlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / 1 hour ago

Brandon Dorlus NFL Draft 2024: Scouting Report for Atlanta Falcons DL

HEIGHT: 6'3" WEIGHT: 283 HAND: 9⅜" ARM: 33¼" WINGSPAN: 80⅞" 40-YARD DASH: 4.85 3-CONE: 7.43 SHUTTLE: 4.85 VERTICAL: 30.5" BROAD: 9'4" POSITIVES — Good blend…

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago

Falcons Day 2 NFL Draft Recap

After shocking the football world by taking Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall pick on Thursday night, Terry Fontenot and the rest of the Falcons War Room had to block out the noise in order to nail a critical Day 2 of the NFL Draft.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 1 hour ago

Best available players for the Atlanta Falcons on day three of the 2024 NFL Draft

Listing the best available players for the Atlanta Falcons on day three of the 2024 NFL draft

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 1 hour ago

Falcons NFL Draft Party 2024: Day 3, Rounds 4-7

The 2024 NFL Draft is here! Join hosts Kevin Knight, Adnan Ikic, and a star-studded crew of guests as we take you through the final four rounds with analysis of every pick from a Falcons-focused perspective.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 3 hours ago

Falcons prioritize their defensive front on day two of the 2024 NFL Draft

The expected additions on defense arrive, even if they come in unexpected forms. The Atlanta Falcons had to trade up to get one player they coveted, and they let another one come to them.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 7 hours ago

Falcons draft DT Ruke Orhorhoro and EDGE Bralen Trice: NFL Draft Day 2 recap

The Falcons were busy on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft, as Atlanta traded up to select DT Ruke Orhorhoro at 35 and then took EDGE Bralen Trice at 74. Host Kevin Knight is here to break down all the action, including an analysis of the trade up to 35 and the fit of both Orhorhoro and Trice into the team’s new-look defense.

NFL News / Mike Farrell Sports / 11 hours ago

Dumb NFL Draft Round One Picks

The dumbest picks in round one of the NFL Draft. — I don’t need to go into this much. Penix Jr. is solid although top-10 is way too high but for the Falcons to take him after paying Kirk Cousins — that makes no sense.

Clemson Tigers News / Pro Football Rumors / 36 minutes ago

Falcons trade up in second round, draft Clemson DL at No. 35

After a stunning start (per Kirk Cousins, at least) to Round 1, the Falcons are moving up the board to open Round 2. They are acquiring No. 35 from the Cardinals.

Falcons make stunning pick at No. 8 in 2024 NFL Draft

Falcons not taking a page from Packers' book with selection of Michael Penix Jr.

Kirk Cousins reportedly didn’t know Falcons were drafting a QB with No. 8 pick

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