Sometimes, NFL players just need a change of scenery. That’s what Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski argued for new Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah. Sobleski included Okudah on a list of nine players who are primed for breakout seasons on new teams during the 2023 season. “The Detroit Lions chose Okudah with the third overall pick […]
Author: Dave Holcomb
Matt Ryan-Raiders Rumors Surface at CBS Sports
Rumors that quarterback Matt Ryan could return to the NFL with the Las Vegas Raiders aren’t going away. In fact, they’re even popping up at the signal caller’s new workplace. CBS Sports’ John Breech included Ryan on a list of four potential quarterbacks for the Raiders. Of course, this assumed Jimmy Garoppolo won’t be able […]
BR Ranks Falcons Signing Jessie Bates Among NFL’s Best Offseason Moves
General manager Terry Fontenot and the Atlanta Falcons did a lot to improve their roster this offseason. But Bleacher Report’s David Kenyon considered the signing of safety Jessie Bates III the best of all of them. On a list of the top 25 moves of the NFL offseason, Kenyon ranked the Falcons signing Bates at […]
Cam Jordan Attacks Falcons History on Twitter
New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan attacked Atlanta Falcons history on Twitter in response to a Falcons fan.
Former Offensive Lineman Ranks Arthur Smith in Bottom Half on NFL Coaches List
Head coach Arthur Smith is entering his third season with the Atlanta Falcons in 2023. In some ways, though, it will be his first campaign with the roster constructed the way he wants. Former NFL offensive lineman and league analyst Ross Tucker seemed to take that into consideration on his NFL head coach rankings. But […]
BR Ranks Falcons Among Most Improved Offenses
The Atlanta Falcons fan base may be a little split about how much better the defense will be in 2023. But it’s hard to argue the Falcons’ offense won’t be better … even a lot better. That’s what Bleacher Report’s Alex Ballentine expects. On a list of the top 7 most improved offenses from this […]
Desmond Ridder in ‘Compelling Spot’ as Falcons QB: Analyst
There’s a growing consensus around the Atlanta Falcons. The team has some very talented offensive weapons and an improving defense. But the giant question mark of quarterback Desmond Ridder could hold back the Falcons. CBS Sports’ Chris Trapasso, though, looked at it the other way around, as he ranked Ridder third among the second-year quarterbacks […]
Matt Ryan Emerges as Top 3 QB Favorite to Potentially Replace Jimmy Garoppolo
NFL rumors have floated the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers as potential landing spots for former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Of course, that’s if he elects to leave CBS Sports to play again. But over Memorial Day weekend, the Las Vegas Raiders have developed into another possibility for Ryan. BETOnline listed Ryan […]
Falcons’ Bijan Robinson Receives Praise from Offensive Teammate
There aren’t many players in the league that second-year wide receiver Drake London can view through a veteran prism. But one of them is Atlanta Falcons rookie running back Bijan Robinson. Based on early offseason workouts, London says he likes what he sees from the 2023 No. 8 overall pick. “What I’ve seen so far […]
Atlanta Falcons ‘Could Make the Jump’ in 2023
One constant with the Atlanta Falcons and the entire NFL is consistent change. Nearly every year since 1990, five new teams that didn’t make the playoffs the year before have earned a postseason bid. Since playoff expansion in 2020, seven new teams have made the playoffs the past two seasons. Yep, that’s correct. Half of […]