Atlanta Falcons Fantasy Football Profile

The second-round pick out of Montana State found the NFL learning curve stiff, but he started 5 games and could be a key in the defensive rebuild.

Ridder went 2-2 as a starter, was reasonably efficient and took care of the ball, but his QBR rank was just 14th. The Falcons could go either way.

GM Terry Fontenot and coach Arthur Smith successfully turned over Atlanta's roster and now have a younger team with some nice building blocks.

The Falcons aren't looking to overhaul their defense but rather find someone who will build upon the flexible hybrid scheme Dean Pees established.

Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees has announced his retirement. This is the third time that Pees, 73, has retired after a lengthy coaching career that has spanned the high school, college and NFL levels.

Rich McKay, who has been president and CEO of the Atlanta Falcons since 2011, is handing off business operations to new team president Greg Beadles. McKay will remain CEO and oversee football operations.

Desmond Ridder collects his first career NFL touchdown pass as he connects with MyCole Pruitt for the score.

The Falcons' rookie running back is all substance over style: He's a north-south runner who scoffs at the notion that one defender can tackle him.

Wide receiver Cameron Batson was released from the Falcons' practice squad Monday as he faces five charges stemming from a weekend traffic stop.

Falcons practice squad receiver Cameron Batson has been officially booked and charged with five crimes stemming from his arrest early Saturday morning.

Falcons practice squad wide receiver Cameron Batson was arrested early Saturday morning after allegedly fighting with police following a traffic stop and fleeing the scene.

Atlanta couldn't find ways to win down the stretch in an awful NFC South, but it did unearth some nice pieces on both sides of the ball.

Atlanta Falcons DC Dean Pees, who is on blood-thinning medication, has been cleared to coach after briefly being hospitalized after he collided with a Saints player during pregame warm-ups Sunday.

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees, who is on blood-thinning medication, said Wednesday he was briefly hospitalized after he collided with a Saints player during pregame warm-ups Sunday.

The 2022 NFL season is over for Atlanta Falcons RB Caleb Huntley, who will need surgery after tearing his Achilles Sunday in a 21-18 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

RIdder was able to keep mental mistakes to a minimum, but 50% completions and less than 100 yards passing won't win any games for the Falcons.

Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees was taken off the field on a stretcher Sunday following a collision with a player before the game.

Desmond Ridder said he is putting in extra work with Atlanta's pass-catchers to get as comfortable as possible but otherwise is preparing as usual as he gets ready for his first start as the Falcons' QB.

Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota will be placed on injured reserve Wednesday and is expected to have a procedure on his knee scheduled for next week, according to head coach Arthur Smith.

Dan Orlovsky details what the Falcons will get from Desmond Ridder after the team named him the starting quarterback.

The Falcons' move to make Desmond Ridder the starting quarterback is a "performance-based decision," coach Arthur Smith said Monday.

The Falcons have benched quarterback Marcus Mariota, giving the job to rookie Desmond Ridder, a source told ESPN.

MyCole Pruitt hauls in the pass from Marcus Mariota and dives into the end zone for a touchdown.

Marcus Mariota finds Drake London up the sideline for a 37-yard completion.

Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts had surgery for a right knee injury on Tuesday and will miss the remainder of the season, according to coach Arthur Smith.

Marcus Mariota's game-sealing interception in the final minute cut deeply into Atlanta's hopes of making the postseason.

Marcus Mariota finds an open MyCole Pruitt to put the Falcons back on top.

— Ron Rivera tried to keep from getting too excited about his Washington Commanders getting on enough of a roll to move into...

The Falcons released wide receiver Bryan Edwards on Thursday, less than a year after acquiring him from the Raiders.

Joe Fortenbaugh advises bettors not to sleep on the Commanders ahead of their clash against the Falcons.

ATLANTA (5-6) at WASHINGTON (6-5)

The 6-5 Commanders will activate defensive end Chase Young to the 53-man roster, but Washington coach Ron Rivera was non-committal about Young's timeline, saying he's still not sure if he'll play on Sunday.

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts and defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham have both been put on injured reserve, with a source telling ESPN's Adam Schefter that surgery is likely for Pitts.

Falcons coach Arthur Smith said tight end Kyle Pitts and defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham will both miss time, with a source telling ESPN's Adam Schefter that surgery is likely for Pitts.

By blitzing less than any team ever had against him and staying disciplined in their pass-rushing lanes, the Falcons held Fields in check.

Cordarrelle Patterson set an NFL record when he made his ninth return for a touchdown of his career in the second quarter against the Bears. with a 103-yard return.

From the pass rush to the quarterback to his connection with the young tight end, the Falcons need to make changes to stay in the division race.

Jake Matthews had to go above and beyond to be there for his son's birth and make it back in time for the Falcons' game on Thursday night -- and he succeeded.

The Falcons running back picked up right where he left off a month ago in his return against the L.A. Chargers.

The Falcons, after a year of uncertainty regarding the NFL future of Calvin Ridley, finally decided to trade the wide receiver.

Younghoe Koo kicks the game-winning field goal in overtime to beat the Panthers 37-34.

Marcus Mariota fires to Damiere Byrd for a 47-yard Falcons' TD to put them ahead 31-28.

Younghoe Koo's game-winning 41-yard field goal in overtime to lifts the Falcons past the Panthers 37-34.

Marcus Spears discusses why he likes Marcus Mariota and the Falcons defense vs. the Panthers.

A.J. Terrell is the latest Falcons defensive back to go down, as the Atlanta cornerback will miss Sunday's game against Carolina because of a hamstring injury suffered in last week's game.

Sheila Matthews and Martenzie Johnson discuss Quan's time away from music, Atlanta sports and more

The Falcons hope a very good running game and some timely sharp defense can keep them in the NFC South race until the end.

Without three members of their starting secondary, the Falcons will turn to veterans and rookies alike, all of whom they say can help.

The Atlanta Falcons' injured secondary could be without three of its four primary starters Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.

Tyler Allgeier scores Falcons' first touchdown of the game by flipping over the pile into the end zone.

Marcus Mariota airs it out to Damiere Byrd for a 75-yard Falcons touchdown.

Falcons CB A.J. Terrell has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bengals with a hamstring injury.

The gaudy numbers of his rookie year are gone, but Pitts is drawing attention that helps others and is blocking better than many believed he could.

Second-year pro Darren Hall will likely take over at starting cornerback after Casey Hayward was placed on injured reserve by the Falcons on Tuesday.

Second-year pro Darren Hall will likely take over at starting cornerback after Casey Hayward was placed on injured reserve by the Falcons on Tuesday.

The team celebrated big win by grabbing some brews alongside the Falcons faithful.

The team celebrated big win by grabbing some brews alongside the Falcons faithful.

Mariota's numbers are mostly pedestrian, but his calm, cool demeanor has helped keep young Falcons teammates on an even keel.

Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins recovered teammate A.J. Terrell's fumble to score the touchdown.

Grady Jarrett is penalized for a questionable roughing the passer call on Tom Brady with three minutes to play.

An injury to Cordarrelle Patterson opened the door for Huntley, who was hauling away trash last offseason after spending 2021 on the practice squad.

After missing practice this week due to a hamstring injury, Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts will not play against the Buccaneers.

The Atlanta Falcons placed running back Cordarrelle Patterson on injured reserve Monday with a knee injury.

Arthur Smith called 14 consecutive run plays in the second half and the Falcons responded by outrushing the Browns and seizing a victory.

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson won't know for sure if he'll play Sunday against the Browns until he tests his injured knee in pregame, a source told ESPN.

New personnel, different attitude lift Falcons from the back of the sack pack to the middle, which is plenty good for now.

The second-year tight end is a Florida alum. His alma mater lost to the Vols on Saturday. Pitts had to pay his debt to Cordarrelle Patterson on Wednesday.

Cordarrelle Patterson scores a 17-yard touchdown to put the Falcons up 16-10 vs. the Seahawks.

Drake London scores a touchdown on a 14-yard pass from Marcus Mariota.

The No. 8 overall pick, when asked by coaches what made him physical, couldn't hide his utter disdain for DBs

Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson will miss Sunday's game against the Seahawks in Seattle due to a personal matter.

The second-year Falcons tight end has done little through two games, but no one is ready to push the panic button.

Damien Williams will miss at least the next four games after the Falcons running back was placed on injured reserve with a rib injury.

Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams with a rib injury.

Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams due to a rib injury.

With dual-threat quarterback Marcus Mariota under center, the Falcons had some new looks in their loss to the Saints.

Longtime college assistant Gary Tranquill and longtime NFL coach Mike Mularkey helped mold the mind of Smith, who has shown a penchant for play design and gadgetry.

The Wharton Business School grad has interned at investment firms and taught financial literacy at Penn. Now he's trying his hand in reality TV.

Linebacker Deion Jones was one of five players placed on injured reserve by the Falcons, along with guard Jalen Mayfield, cornerback Isaiah Oliver; tight end John FitzPatrick and defensive end Marlon Davidson.

A prosecutor announced an indictment of gang members who have been targeting the Atlanta-area homes of famous athletes -- including Falcons WR Calvin Ridley and Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan, entertainers and others.

Falcons rookie QB Desmond Ridder finds Tyler Allgeier for a 2-yard touchdown to give Atlanta the lead.

Mariota and Holloway met over dinner, starting a conversation that eventually turned into a support system, a network and a way for both to grow.

Marcus Mariota lofts the ball downfield to Kyle Pitts, who makes the catch and gets pushed out of bounds to complete the 52-yard play.

Marcus Mariota finds Olamide Zaccheaus in the end zone for a 13-yard touchdown to give the Falcons a 10-0 lead.