‘A different feeling’ in Atlanta as the Falcons look to end their playoff drought
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘A different feeling’ in Atlanta as the Falcons look to end their playoff drought

New York Times  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The last snap of postseason football Jake Matthews played came from the 2-yard line at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia almost seven years ago. “Everybody wants to be 16-0, but that’s not the reality that you live in,” Falcons coach Raheem Morris said. “It’s going to be a really big test this week, a lot’s going to be expected of him,” Morris said. We want to be in these big moments and compete against the best in important games like this.” GO DEEPER Falcons' late-season storylines, starting with what to do with Kirk Cousins Sunday not only has significant playoff implications for Atlanta, but it also will be Penix’s first road game and first prime-time game. “He’s a really good coach and he did a really good job here, got a lot of fond memories from when he was here, but we want to win,” Matthews said.

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It’s soul-searching time for the Falcons as their playoff drive ends with a thud
2 months, 3 weeks ago

It’s soul-searching time for the Falcons as their playoff drive ends with a thud

New York Times  

ATLANTA — This was supposed to be the year. The Atlanta Falcons fired former head coach Arthur Smith last Jan. 8 with CEO Rich McKay saying, “We felt like the change was necessary to make sure that we compete at the highest level.” Seventeen days later, the Falcons hired Raheem Morris. “We’re very, very excited about where we are right …

Uncharacteristic and untimely struggles doomed the Falcons against the Saints
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Uncharacteristic and untimely struggles doomed the Falcons against the Saints

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo held his hands to his helmet when his would-be tying field goal banged off the right upright with 6 1/2 minutes remaining against a Saints team that hadn’t won a game since September. Koo missed three field goals for the first time in his seven seasons in the NFL — and six …

Falcons looking for more points from Cousins-led attack as they brace for visit from Mayfield, Bucs
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons looking for more points from Cousins-led attack as they brace for visit from Mayfield, Bucs

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons had big plans for their offense when they decided to invest heavily in quarterback Kirk Cousins and add new coach Raheem Morris and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. I think we know that, I think they know that, and I think we’re really comfortable being able to go out there and win football games however we …

Falcons squander a prime-time chance to show they’re a team on the rise in the NFL
6 months ago

Falcons squander a prime-time chance to show they’re a team on the rise in the NFL

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Three weeks into the season, the Atlanta Falcons had a chance to establish themselves as a team on the rise in the NFL. “There’s plenty I can point to that wasn’t good enough to win this game, but still felt like it was right there for us to win and when you don’t do it, it leaves you …

Falcons hardly look like a team turning things around in an ugly loss to Steelers in Week 1
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons hardly look like a team turning things around in an ugly loss to Steelers in Week 1

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — After six straight losing seasons, nothing less than a trip to the playoffs will do for the Atlanta Falcons. “We know he has to play better, there’s no doubt about that,” said Raheem Morris, whose first game as Falcons coach was a huge disappointment. But the Falcons’ longest play was a 20-yard completion to Ray-Ray McCloud — hardly …

Falcons show off new players, healthy dose of optimism, in practice at high school in front of fans
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons show off new players, healthy dose of optimism, in practice at high school in front of fans

Associated Press  

BUFORD, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons showed off their new players — and a healthy dose of optimism — in front of fans on Saturday night. Fontenot said he was looking forward to the fans enjoying “however many home playoff games we have.” It was heady talk for the GM of a team coming off three consecutive 7-10 finishes. The …

Will the Falcons say goodbye to Arthur Smith after a third straight losing season?
1 year, 2 months ago

Will the Falcons say goodbye to Arthur Smith after a third straight losing season?

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — On Aug. 27, Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank said he would be “disappointed” if his team didn’t win more games than it did the last two years. “I love what I’m doing, but we know the industry we’re in,” Smith said. “For other people, I know it was like, ‘More of the same,’ but for my first …

Falcons and Jets face different circumstances in the playoff hunt while both seek consistency
1 year, 3 months ago

Falcons and Jets face different circumstances in the playoff hunt while both seek consistency

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Atlanta Falcons have had quarterback issues, a three-game losing streak and a record under.500. “We’re trying to win every football game we play in, so hopefully we can keep him in contention.” BOYLE BACK UNDER CENTER While the Jets wait to see if Rodgers will be able to actually come back this season, Boyle will …

How the Falcons rediscovered their ground game and ran into first place in the NFC South
1 year, 4 months ago

How the Falcons rediscovered their ground game and ran into first place in the NFC South

New York Times  

ATLANTA — When the Atlanta Falcons returned to their practice facility 14 days ago, fresh off their third loss in as many weeks — and to the lowly Arizona Cardinals on top of that — Kaden Elliss had little idea what to expect. The fight we had was something special.” The Falcons used that fight — and the benefit of …

How the Falcons’ mistakes on offense led to their third loss in four games
1 year, 5 months ago

How the Falcons’ mistakes on offense led to their third loss in four games

New York Times  

ATLANTA — After a 2-0 start, the Atlanta Falcons have lost three of their last four games, including a 24-16 loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday. You never want to lose at all, but I think when we understand what we have to do to become successful to be the best offense, we can be.” The Falcons defense held …

Falcons’ defensive line ‘certainly feels different’ after extreme makeover
1 year, 7 months ago

Falcons’ defensive line ‘certainly feels different’ after extreme makeover

New York Times  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Falcons safety Richie Grant is 25 years old. “I think it’s money well spent,” said defensive tackle Ta’Quon Graham, who returns for his third season in Atlanta. “I played him my rookie year, and I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, that’s the biggest human being I have ever seen,’ and I still have that feeling,” Falcons …

Changes could be coming for struggling Falcons after bye
2 years, 3 months ago

Changes could be coming for struggling Falcons after bye

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — No one’s job is safe for the struggling Atlanta Falcons. “We’ll evaluate everything, every job,” Smith said after the latest setback, a 19-16 defeat to the Pittsburgh Steelers. “There’s a lot that needs to be evaluated, talked about and discussed.” Much of the talk during the bye will undoubtedly center on quarterback Marcus Mariota, who has struggled to …

Falcons, Commanders meet in game with playoff implications
2 years, 4 months ago

Falcons, Commanders meet in game with playoff implications

Associated Press  

— Ron Rivera tried to keep from getting too excited about his Washington Commanders getting on enough of a roll to move into the mix for a playoff spot. “It’s really cool.” It’s also a little unexpected after the Falcons looked like they were coming into the season in rebuilding or retooling mode and the Commanders lost four of their …

Home, not sweet home: Falcons keep losing in A-T-L
3 years, 3 months ago

Home, not sweet home: Falcons keep losing in A-T-L

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Home is not-so sweet for the Atlanta Falcons. While it’s true the Falcons’ opponents in Atlanta this season have a better cumulative record than the road opponents, there’s still no excuse for losing three home games to teams that are no better than.500. we’ve got to play better, certainly, at home.” WHAT’S WORKING For the second game in …

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