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Bucs GM Jason Licht on Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.

The #1 story coming out of the NFL Draft is the Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr. right after handing Kirk Cousins $180 million. Whether they like it or not, it is going to be a cloud hanging over the entire organization for several years, something Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot will have to answer endless questions about.

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Watch: Michael Penix Jr. could be biggest loser in Falcons' draft pick | Dan Patrick Show

Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 54 minutes ago

Atlanta Falcons sign Anthony Sao to become undrafted free agnet

The Atlanta Falcons signed MidAmerica Nazarene defensive back Anthony Sao to become an undrafted free agent.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / 2 hours ago

Former NFL QB Rips Critics Of Atlanta Falcons’ First-Round Pick

The Atlanta Falcons were the talk of the NFL Draft last Thursday when they selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick.

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 / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Atlanta Falcons NFL Draft Grade: Falcons Fumble Draft with 8 Shocking Picks Starting with Michael Penix

The 2024 NFL Draft was supposed to be a turning point for the Atlanta Falcons. I couldn’t imagine anyone giving a positive Atlanta Falcons NFL Draft Grade after what we witnessed.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 8 minutes ago

Raheem Morris has questionable comment about Kirk Cousins job security

The Falcons continue to be the punching bag of the entire NFL. With Raheem Morris and Kirk Cousins in the fold, many fans believed the organization was back on the right track, but Thursday’s first round halted all momentum in fans’ eyes.

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 / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago

NFL insider shoots down Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. tampering theory

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.

Analyst thinks Michael Penix Jr. should be mad at Falcons

'The NFL Today' undergoes massive shakeup, bringing in Falcons legend for two program stalwarts

Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick

The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks

The 'Most passing yards in a season by team' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / 38 minutes ago

Former NFL QB Loves The Falcons’ Pick Of Michael Penix Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons left many scratching their heads after they selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick of the NFL Draft last Thursday.

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 15 minutes ago

Three fantasy losers from the 2024 NFL Draft

The 2024 NFL draft is over which means fantasy football drafts are just months away. Fourteen skill position players were taken in the first round but these three could take a while to have fantasy success.

Predicting the division winners next season after NFL Draft

Analyst thinks Michael Penix Jr. should be mad at Falcons

Five teams that botched the 2024 NFL Draft

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The 'Wide receivers drafted in the first round' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 2 hours ago

Matt Ryan to join CBS Sports' The NFL Today

Former Atlanta Falcons MVP quarterback Matt Ryan is to join CBS Sports' The NFL Today

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 49 minutes ago

'The NFL Today' undergoes massive shakeup, bringing in Falcons legend for two program stalwarts

The former Falcon joined CBS Sports as an NFL analyst last season.

The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks

The 'Recent first-round QBs from the NFL Draft' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 50 minutes ago

Atlanta’s quarterback dance will be a delicate one

The Falcons want a smooth succession plan at quarterback, but everything else about Kirk Cousins-to-Michael Penix might be bumpy. I say this far too often about our favorite football team, but we are in uncharted waters here.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 34 minutes ago

Analyst thinks Michael Penix Jr. should be mad at Falcons

The Falcons made Penix the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft even though the club signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract early in free agency.

Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick

Every NFL Hall of Fame coach's final season

The 'Most passing yards in an NFL season' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago