Panthers Notebook: DJ Johnson Out After Car Accident; Miles Sanders May Return To Face Falcons In NFL Finale

As a defender who faced Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in college, outside linebacker DJ Johnson spoke Thursday of taking advantage of his experience when the visiting Carolina Panthers close out the NFL regular season Sunday.  In 2022, Johnson’s Oregon Ducks faced the then-No. 25-ranked Washington Huskies, led by Penix.  “Talented player,” Johnson […]

Jeff Hawkins  •  04 Jan 2025
Deshaun Watson’s Alleged Twitter Alterego ‘Leroy Bickerstaff’ Addresses Latest Rumor

For months, NFL fans have speculated whether Leroy Bickerstaff, an outspoken X user, is Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.  Bickerstaff always speaks kindly of Watson to his 11,400 followers while regularly referring to him by his number (4).  The Bickerstaff Twitter account was created in September 2024. Watson took time out from recovering from his […]

wendioliveros  •  22 Dec 2024
How Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Learned He Was Named The Starter

If this is the beginning of a legendary NFL career for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr., he will have a great story to share with his grandchildren someday. The eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft has been serving as the backup quarterback to Kirk Cousins through the first 15 weeks of the […]

wendioliveros  •  19 Dec 2024
Kirk Cousins Benched: Michael Penix Jr. To Make First Career Start In Week 16

The Atlanta Falcons have a major decision to make. Will the team stick with Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback? Raheem Morris Did Not Commit To Kirk Cousins As Starting QB But he’s not saying Cousins is definitely keeping the job this week. Morris conceded Cousins has lost some of his confidence. “There are ways […]

Dan Girolamo  •  17 Dec 2024
With The Falcons Struggling, Will Michael Penix Jr. Play?

After a 6-3 start, the Atlanta Falcons have lost four consecutive games to put themselves outside of the playoff picture. With Kirk Cousins struggling, will head coach Raheem Morris make a change at quarterback and start Michael Penix Jr.? Raheem Morris Sticking With Kirk Cousins Raheem Morris: Michael Penix Jr. to play "when it's time," […]

Dan Girolamo  •  12 Dec 2024
The Atlanta Falcons Earned Surprising Election Night Social Media Mentions

By now, Americans have celebrated, lamented, or processed the November 5, 2024, Election Night results.  Donald Trump will become the 47th President of the United States in January 2025. While emotions run the gamut about the result, Atlanta Falcons fans had to be surprised that their team was mentioned in social media discussions as the […]

wendioliveros  •  06 Nov 2024
Chiefs vs. Falcons: Picks, Predictions, and Prop Bets

Sunday Night Football heads to the ATL as the Atlanta Falcons (1-1) play the Kansas City Chiefs (2-0). Below are Sportscasting.com’s picks, predictions, and prop bets for the Chiefs vs. Falcons. Chiefs vs. Falcons Picks and Predictions The odds don't matter We got it done pic.twitter.com/NUhGVqZOaU — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) September 18, 2024 Odds via […]

Dan Girolamo  •  18 Sep 2024
Falcons Lose 2025 NFL Draft Pick For QB Kirk Cousins, Free Agent Contracts Tampering

The Atlanta Falcons on Thursday were docked a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft and fined $250,000 for violating the NFL’s anti-tampering policy related to free agent signings. Atlanta Falcons had improper contact with Kirk Cousins, Darnell Mooney, and Charlie Woerner The tampering violations for the Falcons were a result of “improper contact” with […]

James Foglio  •  13 Jun 2024
Falcons Claim OL Andrew Stueber Off Waivers

The Atlanta Falcons claimed offensive lineman Andrew Stueber off waivers on Tuesday, in efforts to add depth to their pass protection unit. The New England Patriots waived the 6-foot-6, 318-pound guard on Monday. Atlanta Falcons add Andrew Stueber a day after he was waived by the New England Patriots Stueber, who turns 25 on July […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jun 2024