en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Atlanta Falcons News https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/news Cardinals The Cardinals have emerged as a candidate to take Alabama QB Ty Simpson in the 2026 NFL Draft. When asked about the possibility of taking a rookie quarterback and sitting them for their opening year, HC Mike LaFleur responded that it is a nuanced topic, but they would ultimately play whoever they feel most […] The post appeared first on . Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:36:07 GMT Jonathan Comeaux https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375924 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375924 false false Wide receiver George Pickens has agreed to sign the franchise tag with the Dallas Cowboys. The deal is worth $27.3 million. George Pickens is signing his franchise tag. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 23, 2026 The Cowboys initially placed the franchise tag on Pickens back in March to keep him off the free agent market. […] The post appeared first on . Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:34:37 GMT Cameron Joyce https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375905 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375905 false false The Atlanta Falcons have zero picks tonight, and seem unlikely to get any without trading away a high-end player. That means we’re free to watch what every other team does, find out what the Rams do with Atlanta’s former first rounder, and figure out who is still going to be available when the Falcons pick […] Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:25:35 GMT Dave Choate https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375117 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56375117 false false Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@AtlantaFalcons#AtlantaFalcons #RiseUp #NFL #Falcons Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:07:54 GMT Atlanta Falcons https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374882 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374882 false false The Atlanta Falcons won't have a pick in this year's first round of the NFL Draft, but who are some of the best all time in franchise history? Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:33:20 GMT Garrett Chapman https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374497 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374497 false false James Pearce Jr.’s legal troubles reach a turning point, but uncertainty still clouds his future with the Atlanta Falcons. Is a lengthy suspension all but gu... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:10:06 GMT Locked On Falcons https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374207 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56374207 false false The Atlanta Falcons are going to draft a linebacker in the 2026 NFL Draft, the only question is when. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:33:02 GMT Jason Kandel https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373721 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373721 false false The initial draft class is a crucial one for a new regime, and that’s no less true for the Matt Ryan, Ian Cunningham, and Kevin Stefanski cerberus in Flowery Branch. When you nail a core set of picks, as Thomas Dimitroff did in 2008 despite an uneven class overall, it can set the team up […] Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:09:50 GMT Dave Choate https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373416 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373416 false false Falcons Today by Chat Sports is LIVE for the 2026 NFL draft! Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first ... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:00:39 GMT Falcons Today by Chat Sports https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373272 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373272 false false The Atlanta Falcons' new regime has made it too obvious that they will do these three things in the draft. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:46:48 GMT Grayson Freestone https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373105 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56373105 false false The NFL Draft has arrived, and the Atlanta Falcons must resist the urge to chase in a crucial first class for Ian Cunningham Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:15:39 GMT Garrett Chapman https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372688 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372688 false false It’s officially Draft Day in the National Football League. The Atlanta Falcons do not hold a first-round draft pick, but the rumors surrounding Kyle Pitts as a trade candidate might be starting to gain form. Adam Schefter wrote (on April 21): “Watch to see if the Falcons can find a trade partner for Kyle Pitts, […] The post appeared first on . Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:56:07 GMT TJ French https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372423 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372423 false false On Thursday, Atlanta Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr. agreed to complete an intervention program that will allow him to avoid a trial for charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing police/resisting arrest and misdemeanor stalking. Essentially, James Pearce's case will be put on hold while he completes the pre-trial intervention. If conditions […] The post appeared first on . Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:51:12 GMT Ball Exclusives https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372354 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372354 false false The first set of photos from the New York Post showing Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an adults-only resort in Sedona, Arizona was taken while Russini worked for The Athletic. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:35:21 GMT Mike Florio https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372160 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/articles/56372160 false false