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Falcons owner Arthur Blank says Bill Belichick never asked for player personnel control in interviews

Bill Belichick did not request control of player personnel or additional authority during his interviews for the Atlanta Falcons coaching search.

Falcons owner Arthur Blank described Belichick as the greatest coach who ever coached the game and praised his knowledge and perspective. [ more ]

Boston.com

Thomas Dimitroff's take on why the Falcons didn't hire Bill Belichick

Bill Belichick was in talks to become the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons but the team ultimately went in a different direction.

A former Atlanta executive suggests that there may have been internal pushback from an inner group within the organization who wanted to maintain control. [ more ]

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Bill Belichick will officially not be an NFL head coach in 2024

Bill Belichick will not work as an NFL head coach in 2024.

Belichick's coaching future is in question as he was not seriously considered for any head coaching vacancies this year. [ more ]

Boston.com

Why the Falcons reportedly passed on Bill Belichick and hired Raheem Morris

Bill Belichick was a strong favorite to be the next head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, but the job went to Raheem Morris instead.

Belichick's candidacy reportedly lost steam due to disagreements over the amount of power he would have within the Falcons' organization. [ more ]

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Marquice Williams reportedly declines Patriots' special teams coordinator position

Atlanta Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams declined an offer to become a coordinator for the New England Patriots.

The Patriots are also considering ex-Giants special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey and Rams special teams assistant Jeremy Springer. [ more ]

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Cousins comes to honest realization about 49ers as new Falcons QB

Kirk Cousins acknowledges the Atlanta Falcons will have to go through George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers to succeed in the NFC. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Report: Former 49ers WR McCloud to sign Falcons contract

Ray-Ray McCloud signs $6 million contract with Atlanta Falcons

McCloud was the primary returner for the 49ers for the past two seasons [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Ex-49ers TE Woerner agrees to three-year Falcons contract

Charlie Woerner signs a 3-year, $12 million contract with Atlanta Falcons as TE2.

Woerner played four seasons with the 49ers, emerging as a solid backup to George Kittle. [ more ]

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49ers' Steve Wilks completes second interview of the weekend

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks has completed his head coaching interviews with the Los Angeles Chargers and Atlanta Falcons.

Other teams have shown interest in Wilks but formal interview requests have not been received yet. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Falcons request permission to interview 49ers' Steve Wilks

The Atlanta Falcons have requested permission to interview San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks for their head coaching vacancy.

This marks the second team to officially seek permission to interview Wilks, with the Los Angeles Chargers also expressing interest. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Falcons request permission to interview 49ers' Steve Wilks

The Atlanta Falcons have requested permission to interview San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks for their head coaching vacancy.

This is the second team to officially seek permission to interview Wilks, with the Los Angeles Chargers also requesting an interview. [ more ]

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ESPN.com

How Kirk Cousins will fit into Falcons offense

The Atlanta Falcons have faced challenges in finding a successor to quarterback Matt Ryan after trading him to the Indianapolis Colts in 2022.

Several quarterbacks drafted in 2022 have not performed as expected, leading to uncertainty in their roles with new teams. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Sources: Falcons deal Ridder to Cards for Moore

Desmond Ridder traded to Cardinals for Rondale Moore

Ridder's ball security issue highlighted [ more ]

ESPN.com

Falcons give Cousins new target in WR Mooney

The Atlanta Falcons signed Darnell Mooney to a three-year, $39 million deal with $26 million guaranteed.

Mooney joins Kirk Cousins, Kyle Pitts, Drake London, and Bijan Robinson as offensive weapons for the Falcons. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Falcons release veteran TE Smith, source says

The Atlanta Falcons released tight end Jonnu Smith less than a year after trading for him, saving $6.5 million against the cap.

Jonnu Smith had career-highs in receptions and yards last season but was cut to save cap space and carries a dead money charge of $2.5 million. [ more ]

ESPN.com

RB Davis retires after 8 seasons with 6 teams

Mike Davis retired from the NFL after playing for six teams in eight seasons.

Davis had a notable highlight in 2020 with the Carolina Panthers for rushing and receiving. [ more ]

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New Falcons OC: All QB options 'are on the table'

The Atlanta Falcons are starting the process to figure out their plan at quarterback for next season.

New offensive coordinator Zac Robinson is open to all options, including pocket passers and mobile quarterbacks. [ more ]

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Chicago

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler: Chicago QB Justin Fields still 'on the radar' for Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers still interested in Justin Fields

Chicago Bears quarterback decision awaited [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Adam Schefter hints Justin Fields to Steelers is more likely than Falcons

Justin Fields trade speculation during NFL Combine week

Adam Schefter hints at Steelers' interest in Fields over Falcons [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Schefter: Steelers Having 'Some Conversations' With Bears For QB Justin Fields

Pittsburgh Steelers showing interest in Justin Fields

Trade expectations for acquiring Fields [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Will ex-Steelers EDGE Bud Dupree reunite with Arthur Smith for a third time?

Arthur Smith brought Bud Dupree to Atlanta in 2023.

Bud Dupree's recent performance includes 6.5 sacks, 39 tackles, and 2 forced fumbles. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Report: Falcons Release Arthur Smith-Favorite TE Jonnu Smith

Jonnu Smith released by Atlanta Falcons

Smith's successful seasons and connections with Arthur Smith [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Watch: How Arthur Smith Layers His Play Calls To Fool Defenses

Arthur Smith's effective use of pre-snap formation and motion

Analysis of the Pittsburgh Steelers vs Atlanta Falcons game [ more ]

Steelers Wire

4 Falcons free agents we could see on the Steelers in 2024

The Pittsburgh Steelers have hired offensive coordinator Arthur Smith to bring about change in their offense system.

Smith may bring in some of his former players from the Atlanta Falcons to help with the transition. [ more ]

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Steelers Wire

Steelers announce Arthur Smith as new offensive coordinator

Arthur Smith hired as Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive coordinator

Smith brings success and stability to the offense [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Steelers hire Arthur Smith; could Derrick Henry head to Pittsburgh?

Arthur Smith hired as Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator after being fired as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons

Derrick Henry's potential reunion with Smith in Pittsburgh [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Steelers to hire Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator, per report

The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to hire former Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith as their new offensive coordinator.

Smith brings experience calling plays from his tenure with the Falcons and the Titans, where he had success building a strong run game. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Report: Steelers Interviewing Former Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith For OC Position

The Pittsburgh Steelers are interviewing former Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith for their offensive coordinator position.

Smith is known for his run-game approach using heavier personnel, which aligns with the Steelers' strengths. [ more ]

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Titans Reveal Schedule With Video of Fans Botching Names

It's that time of the year when NFL teams release their season schedules with a variety of creative videos and graphics.This time around, it appears the Tennessee Titans won the day with a simple concept: show someone on the street a team logo and have them guess the name.The results were as one might expect hilarious.

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Falcons hilariously change name after Titans schedule release video goes viral

The Tennessee Titans may have won the NFL schedule release video competition, and it caused the Atlanta Falcons to change their name on Twitter.All 32 NFL teams officially unveiled their schedules for the 2023 season.What would normally be a dull unveiling has become a competition to see which team can produce the best announcement video.

Steelers Depot

Steelers Announce Hiring Of Arthur Smith As Next Offensive Coordinator

Arthur Smith is the new offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Smith replaces the interim duo of Eddie Faulkner and Mike Sullivan. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Goodbye Slot Receiver, Hello Fullback: Two Shifts For Arthur Smith's Offense

The Falcons under Arthur Smith have a different offensive approach compared to the Steelers, specifically in terms of personnel such as slot receivers and fullbacks.

The Falcons ranked last in 11 personnel usage in 2023, while the Steelers ranked 8th. This indicates a significant difference in offensive strategies. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Report: Former Steelers WR Coach Ike Hilliard Hired As Falcons' WR Coach

Former Steelers wide receiver coach Ike Hilliard has been hired as the wide receivers coach for the Atlanta Falcons.

Hilliard will reunite with Atlanta head coach Raheem Morris, with whom he has previously worked in Tampa Bay and Washington. [ more ]

The Athletic

Falcons hiring Zac Robinson as OC

New Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris has hired Zac Robinson as the team's offensive coordinator.

Robinson was a highly sought-after candidate and has worked with Morris for the past three years in Los Angeles. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Falcons set to hire Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as head coach

Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris is leaving to become head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.

This is the second member of coach Sean McVay's staff to depart for another opportunity. [ more ]

The Athletic

Falcons hiring Rams' Morris as head coach

The Atlanta Falcons are planning to hire Raheem Morris as their head coach.

Morris previously served as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and as defensive coordinator and interim coach for the Falcons. [ more ]

Boston.com

Falcons reportedly pass on Bill Belichick as list of suitors dries up

Bill Belichick's potential job prospects in the NFL coaching market are uncertain

The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly passed on hiring Belichick and are considering Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as their next head coach [ more ]

The Athletic

The Rams' defensive coordinator vacancy: 12 potential internal, external candidates

The Los Angeles Rams have mixed emotions about defensive coordinator Raheem Morris becoming the Atlanta Falcons' new head coach.

The Rams will receive third-round compensatory picks for the Falcons hiring Morris. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Dulac: New Steelers OC Arthur Smith Signing Three-Year Contract

Pittsburgh Steelers expected to hire Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator on a three-year contract

Smith will be the second outside offensive coordinator hire for the Steelers since 2001 [ more ]

ESPN.com

Former Rams assistant Lake takes Falcons DC job

The Atlanta Falcons have hired former Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach Jimmy Lake as their defensive coordinator.

The Falcons have also retained special teams coordinator Marquice Williams and plan to retain running backs coach Michael Pitre and offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford. [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Falcons hire Steelers OC candidate Zac Robinson

Zac Robinson hired by Atlanta Falcons as quarterbacks coach and pass-game coordinator.

Steelers still have remaining offensive coordinator candidates: Kliff Kingsbury, Thomas Brown, and Jerrod Johnson. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Sources: Falcons to hire Rams' Morris as coach

The Atlanta Falcons are set to hire Raheem Morris as their head coach.

Morris previously served as the interim coach for the Falcons in the 2020 season. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

NFL Week 13 picks: Do or die for Rams, Chargers? Eagles underdogs to 49ers?

The Jets' defense is strong but their offense is weak.

The Falcons and quarterback Desmond Ridder are not exceptional.

Prediction: Falcons will win with a score of 20-13. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

With Rams' Matthew Stafford back in form, Tutu Atwell finally appears to be catching on

(Marcio Jose Sanchez / Associated Press)

On a Rams team that features nearly 40 new players, it does not take much to qualify as a seasoned veteran.Quarterback Matthew Stafford is preparing for his 15th NFL season but many of the players who will be counted on this season are second- and third-year pros.

Los Angeles Times

Taylor Swift fans probably deserve some credit for Titans' viral schedule video

(George Walker IV / Associated Press)

Santa Fe Bolts?New York Rangers?Nope, it's the Los Angeles Chargers.Those were two of the wrong guesses - Bolts and Rangers - that wound up on the cutting-room floor in the hilarious person-on-the-street video the Tennessee Titans created for their schedule release.

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Pats Pulpit

Patriots offensive coordinator candidate Zac Robinson reportedly joins Falcons

DeMarcus Covington promoted to defensive coordinator for the New England Patriots.

Zac Robinson expected to join the Atlanta Falcons as offensive coordinator. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Robinson leaving for Atlanta Falcons

Zac Robinson, the Rams' quarterbacks coach, is leaving to become the offensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Steelers fans react to coveted OC Zac Robinson heading to Falcons

Top offensive coordinator candidate Zac Robinson accepts job with Atlanta Falcons

Pittsburgh Steelers fans frustrated with slow interview process [ more ]

ESPN.com

Falcons hiring Rams' Robinson as OC, per source

The Atlanta Falcons have hired Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator.

Robinson has been with the Los Angeles Rams for the past two seasons, working as the quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Steelers OC candidate Zac Robinson headed to Falcons

Zac Robinson accepted the offensive coordinator vacancy with the Atlanta Falcons, removing him from consideration for the Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive coordinator position.

The remaining candidates for the Steelers' offensive coordinator role are Jerrod Johnson, Kliff Kingsbury, and Thomas Brown. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Rapoport: Falcons Hiring Steelers OC Candidate Zac Robinson

The Atlanta Falcons are hiring Zac Robinson as their next offensive coordinator, which was a blow to the Pittsburgh Steelers who had him as a candidate.

The Steelers still have two candidates they have conducted interviews with, Thomas Brown and Jerrod Johnson, and may conduct more interviews in the future. [ more ]

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Boston.com

Adam Schefter said there's a 'real possibility' Bill Belichick doesn't get a head coaching job this year

Belichick's interest from other teams in the NFL hiring cycle seems to be lacking.

There are currently two head coaching vacancies and neither team has interviewed Belichick. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Steelers OC Candidate Zac Robinson Might Be The NFL's Most Sought-After Man

Several teams are interested in Los Angeles Rams' Pass Game Coordinator Zac Robinson for their offensive coordinator positions, including the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Atlanta Falcons are considered the frontrunner to hire Robinson, given his previous coaching relationship with Raheem Morris.

There is uncertainty surrounding the potential hiring of Houston Texans' OC Bobby Slowik for the head coach positions at the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Football Team. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Patriots emerge as possible winners of Bill Belichick not joining Falcons

Bill Belichick is unlikely to be serving as a head coach in 2024.

The Patriots might be impacted in four areas if Belichick doesn't have a coaching gig in 2024. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Bill Belichick's future in question after Falcons hire different head coach

The Atlanta Falcons have hired Raheem Morris as their new head coach, passing over Bill Belichick.

Belichick's future as a head coach is now uncertain, with only two remaining vacancies in Washington and Seattle. [ more ]

ESPN.com

How new Jaguars DC Ryan Nielsen could help the defense

The Jacksonville Jaguars have hired Ryan Nielsen as their new defensive coordinator.

Nielsen had a successful season as the defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Sources: Jags hiring Falcons' Nielsen as new DC

The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to hire Ryan Nielsen as their new defensive coordinator.

Nielsen was previously the defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. [ more ]

FanSided

Colts player allegedly placed hundreds of bets, including on his own team

An Indianapolis Colts player allegedly violated the league's gambling policy, even placing bets on his own team, per reports.The NFL takes its gambling policy very seriously, despite sports betting being made legal in several states around the country.However, one Indianapolis Colts player broke said rules, and will now find out the punishment the hard way, assuming said allegations are proven correct via a league investigation.

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Miami Dolphins

Miami Dolphins announce 2023 preseason schedule

The Miami Dolphins have released dates and times for their three preseason games in August.The Dolphins' preseason slate begins Friday, Aug. 11, at home against the Atlanta Falcons at 7 p.m.They then visit the Houston Texans for an 8 p.m. kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 19.The following Saturday, Aug. 26, Miami wraps up the preseason against the Jaguars in Jacksonville with a 7 p.m. kickoff.

FanSided

Opening odds for every NFL schedule leak for 2023 season

The 2023 NFL regular season is still months away, but we have the opening odds for the schedule leaks that have come out on Wednesday.The full NFL schedule will be released on Thursday night, but for now, bettors can dive into a few specific matchups, including the international games that will be played in the 2023 season.

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London

Jacksonville Jaguars to make NFL history with two games in London

The Jacksonville Jaguars will make NFL history this year by playing back-to-back games in London.The UK has long been the Florida franchise's home away from home and October will see them become the first team to play two of their regular season games outside of the United States.The Jaguars kick off the 2023 International Games against the Atlanta Falcons at Wembley, their 10th game in England as part of a multi-year commitment to play in the region.

Boston.com

Why are teams hesitant about hiring Bill Belichick? An NFL insider weighs in.

Teams may be hesitant to hire Bill Belichick if he insists on having control over roster decisions.

Belichick's control of personnel decisions in New England led to his downfall. [ more ]

Boston.com

Report: Bill Belichick has 'lost momentum' for Falcons job opening

Bill Belichick is a serious candidate for the Atlanta Falcons head coach opening.

Belichick's candidacy has lost momentum in the past week. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Sources: Chargers meeting with Harbaugh again

Jim Harbaugh is expected to have a second interview with the Los Angeles Chargers to be their next head coach.

The Atlanta Falcons are also scheduling a second interview with Harbaugh. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Falcons talk with Lions' Johnson before deadline

Ben Johnson, offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, had a big day guiding the team's offense to a win and securing the team's first NFC title game berth since 1991.

Johnson completed a virtual interview with the Atlanta Falcons for their head coach position, potentially setting up a second interview during the bye week if the Lions advance to the Super Bowl. [ more ]

Boston.com

Falcons search for head coach is reportedly still 'wide open'

Bill Belichick is not a lock for the Atlanta Falcons head coaching job.

The Falcons have interviewed multiple candidates and are still considering other options. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Source: Falcons book 2nd interview with Harbaugh

The Atlanta Falcons are scheduling a second interview with Jim Harbaugh for their vacant coaching position.

Harbaugh has a successful track record as a head coach, including a national championship with Michigan and a Super Bowl appearance with the San Francisco 49ers. [ more ]

Boston.com

Falcons interview Aaron Glenn for coaching vacancy, but all eyes are on Bill Belichick

The Atlanta Falcons have completed a virtual interview with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn for their vacant head coaching job.

Bill Belichick is set for a second interview with the Falcons amid reports that he is the team's top choice. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Why Falcons TE Kyle Pitts can ultimately call 2023 season a success

Kyle Pitts returned from a knee injury to have a productive season for the Atlanta Falcons.

Pitts played in every game and had 53 catches for 667 yards and three touchdowns. [ more ]

Boston.com

NFL insider is 'expecting' Bill Belichick to be named Falcons head coach after 2nd interview

Bill Belichick will have a second interview with the Atlanta Falcons for their head coach position

There is speculation that Belichick will be named the Falcons head coach [ more ]

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Bill Belichick to hold second head coaching interview with Falcons

Bill Belichick is being considered for the Atlanta Falcons' head coaching position.

Belichick is set to have a second interview with the Falcons after meeting with team owner Arthur Blank. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Bill Belichick takes first post-Patriots head coaching interview with Falcons

Bill Belichick has interviewed for the head coaching opening with the Atlanta Falcons.

Belichick's meeting with Atlanta's owner Arthur Blank indicates mutual interest between the two parties. [ more ]

Boston.com

Bill Belichick lands first coaching interview after leaving Patriots

Bill Belichick is being considered for the head coaching position with the Atlanta Falcons.

Belichick's resume and track record make him a strong candidate for any coaching vacancy. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Falcons interview Belichick for coaching vacancy

The Atlanta Falcons have interviewed former New England coach Bill Belichick for their head-coaching vacancy.

Belichick has been a head coach for 29 seasons and has a 302-165 overall record, including six Super Bowl titles.

Falcons owner Arthur Blank and CEO Rich McKay mentioned considering head-coaching experience in their search for a new coach. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Patriots reportedly request interview with Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams

The New England Patriots have requested to interview Atlanta Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams.

The Patriots' special teams unit finished 28th in the league in DVOA in 2023. [ more ]

Boston.com

Bill Belichick reportedly began back-channeling prior to breakup with Patriots

Bill Belichick expected the 2023 season to be his last in New England.

Belichick is rumored to be interested in coaching for the Falcons but not the Commanders. [ more ]

Boston.com

Bill Belichick linked with vacant Falcons head coaching role

Bill Belichick and the Patriots are set to part ways, with Belichick still wanting to coach.

The Atlanta Falcons have expressed interest in hiring Belichick as their head coach. [ more ]

Boston.com

This NFC South team is reportedly 'interested' in Bill Belichick

Atlanta Falcons are interested in Bill Belichick if the Patriots move on from him.

Belichick's name has come up frequently in connection with Atlanta in conversations with league sources. [ more ]

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Dallas Cowboys

Week 15 Recap: The Bills Roll the Cowboys, Purdy's MVP Candidacy, and the Texans Grind Out a Win in OT

The Bills had an impressive win over the Cowboys in Week 15.

Dak Prescott's MVP candidacy was discussed. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Eagles vs. Cowboys highlights tight division races with 5 games left

The NFC East division race between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles could determine if there will be a back-to-back champion in the division.

The Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Philadelphia Eagles all have slim leads in their divisions heading into the final five games of the regular season. [ more ]

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New York Knicks

Jets Offense is Reaching Historic Levels of Bad, Soto Watch, and Trivia

The Jets fail to score a touchdown again and lose against the Falcons

The Knicks are one win away from the In-Season Tournament semifinal [ more ]

FanSided

Falcons already showing why they took such a risky draft pick

The Atlanta Falcons were one of the NFL's busiest teams this offseason.The club's best move may have taken place in late April in Kansas City.Arthur Smith is embarking on his third season at the helm of the Atlanta Falcons.The team has been consistent the past two years, meaning it has finished 7-10 in both 2021 and 2022.

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Washington Redskins

The 5 O'Clock Club: Using veteran free agency to improve the Commanders LB depth chart

The 5 o'clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn't much being published.Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below.CLICK HERE to see the full 5 o'clock club archive
Today is June 2nd, which means that the Chase Roullier release has now taken effect, adding around $8m in available space to Washington's 2023 salary cap.

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Each NFL team's best offseason addition in 2023

Since the end of this past season, all 32 NFL teams have been busy retooling their rosters.Here is each club's best newcomer player-wise.The NFL offseason is quite the process.It starts with teams trimming the fat and getting under the salary cap.Then come the free-agent visits, followed by signings as well as trades for proven veterans.

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Falcons RB is thrilled they took Bijan Robinson... just thrilled

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier expressed his excitement about teaming up with rookie and first-round pick Bijan Robinson.The Atlanta Falcons were active this offseason to bring in players to help them contend for what has become a wide-open competition for the NFC South championship.After signing the likes of safety Jessie Bates and defensive lineman Calais Campbell, and acquiring tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Jeff Okudah, the Falcons made a controversial pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Pats Pulpit

Patriots reportedly sign veteran tight end Anthony Firkser

The New England Patriots have added to their tight end room as they agreed to terms with veteran free agent Anthony Firkser, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss.Firkser, 28, spent last season with the Atlanta Falcons where he caught nine passes for 100 yards in 11 contests.Prior to that, Firkser spent four years under Mike Vrabel in Tennessee after signing with the team as an undrafted free agent.

FanSided

NFL announces a major rule change and warns more are coming

The NFL owners are just making up rules on the fly as they go without any repercussions at all.At some point, we need to ask ourselves if the NFL owners actually think the product they are putting forth is a good one...This is the most wonderful time of the year where the 31 owners, plus whatever we want to define the Green Bay Packers as, decide what rules are going to be approved by the Competition Committee and whatnot.

Pats Pulpit

The Top 20 Patriots Moments of 2022: No. 7

OTAs are done, not a whole lot of football news to report at the moment, and hopefully we're all enjoying a bit of a break from the game during these next few weeks before training camp gets going.Only seven to go on my countdown of the Top 20 Most Memorable Moments of 2022, and I'd love to get them done before camp does commence.

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Washington Redskins

The 5 O'Clock Club: Seven Washington Commanders players who are "on the bubble"

The 5 o'clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn't much being published.Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below.CLICK HERE to see the full 5 o'clock club archive
Looking back over the past few seasons at the initial 53-man rosters under Ron Rivera, I found that these are the numbers of guys he has generally started the season with, by position:
Below, I have listed one player from each of these position groups that I think is "on the bubble", along with a thumbnail sketch of the player.

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Miami Dolphins

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel talks Tua helmet cam in OTAs, Byron Jones money; plus Wednesday practice observations

MIAMI GARDENS - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's new camera on his helmet for organized team activities has caught observers' attention, but coach Mike McDaniel said it's nothing special."That's a tool that has been around in the league in different avenues, in different organizations," he said.

FanSided

Jets finally run out of fake buzz words to describe the Aaron Rodgers experience

Aaron Rodgers has turned the New York Jets' team facility into a redundant cliche factory, bro!Who knew that Aaron Rodgers joining the New York Jets would transform Gang Green into the Butch Jones era of Tennessee Volunteers football overnight?!While it is a big deal to have a future first-ballot hall-of-fame quarterback walk into your building, easy on the redundancy, guys.

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New Saints quarterback puts Zoolander to shame in rookie photoshoot

Jake Haener modeling in his New Orleans Saints uniform should have Derek Zoolander, Hansel and even Jacobim Mugatu mad, mad jealous, y'all.Whether it be Blue Steel, Ferrari, Le Tigre or god, even Magnum, New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Jake Haener is beautiful and an absolutely majestic specimen in his football uniform.

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Matt Ryan leaves the door wide open on NFL comeback

Matt Ryan, the recently retired former MVP, was quick to hint that he may return to the NFL at some point in the future.Matt Ryan spent 14 productive years with the Atlanta Falcons before ending his career on a sour note with one miserable, very bad, no-good year with the Indianapolis Colts last season.

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Bijan Robinson hyping up Roschon Johnson will have Bears fans over the moon

Chicago Bears fans have to be excited about Bijan Robinson's praise for their new running back.The Atlanta Falcons broke with recent tradition and gambled on a running back with their top-10 pick when the team selected Texas' Bijan Robinson eighth overall in April's NFL Draft.While many expect Robinson to thrive as a focal point of Atlanta's talented offense, he wasn't the only Texas running back selected.

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Falcons schedule: 3 games Atlanta can't afford to lose to make the playoffs

For the first time in years, the Atlanta Falcons have some level of hope heading into a campaign.This has been the most painful stretch of Falcons football in my lifetime.After pretty much making the NFC playoffs every three or four years, getting to four NFC championship games and playing in two Super Bowls, it has been a painfully long time since 2017.

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Jahmyr Gibbs pick already haunting Lions' front office

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is being held out of rookie minicamp practice on Saturday for precautionary reasons.The Detroit Lions made a bold choice in drafting running back Jahmyr Gibbs out of Alabama with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.Gibbs was an excellent player for the Crimson Tide and his home state's Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets before that.

FanSided

NFL rumors: Falcons have elaborate plans for rookie RB Bijan Robinson

The Atlanta Falcons may have drafted the next LaDainian Tomlinson in Bijan Robinson.Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith plans to use first-round pick Bijan Robinson in a multitude of ways offensively.Robinson spoke with the media during the Falcons' rookie minicamp this weekend.Although people outside of Flowery Branch questioned why the Dirty Birds used their No. 8 overall pick on a running back out of Texas, Robinson appreciates the big picture Smith has in mind for him.

FanSided

How the Packers schedule works in Jordan Love's favor, and against him

How well Jordan Love plays out of the gate will decide if he is the Green Bay Packers' future.A soft start to the Green Bay Packers' 2023 regular-season schedule is both a blessing and a curse for their new starting quarterback Jordan Love.FOX Sports' Colin Cowherd outlined how easy the Packers' first five games are before their bye week.

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