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Falcons complete initial practice squad with three signings

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 30, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons completed their initial 16-man practice squad for the 2024 season by signing three additional players on Thursday and Friday. Offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson and defensive lineman Khalid Kareem were signed on Thursday, followed by linebacker Monty Rice on Friday.

Grady Jarrett reflects on challenges during NFL Draft and subsequent rise

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 29, 2024

Elisha Jarrett looked on as her son's heart was breaking.

Grady Jarrett reflects on decade-long journey with Atlanta Falcons

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 29, 2024

Elisha Jarrett looked on with a smile as her son's heart found its home and a familiar, passionate fire lit his eyes.

Grady Jarrett returns stronger after season-ending injury

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 29, 2024

Elisha Jarrett looked on as her son's heart was breaking.

Falcons coach outlines integration plan for new acquisitions Judon and Simmons

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 29, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — In a significant move during the Falcons' preseason, the team traded a third-round draft pick to New England for edge rusher Matthew Judon and signed safety Justin Simmons. As the Falcons prepare for their final preseason game against Jacksonville, head coach Raheem Morris outlined plans to integrate both players into team activities gradually.

Falcons trade quarterback Taylor Heinicke to Chargers

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 28, 2024

The Falcons have traded quarterback Taylor Heinicke to the Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round pick that converts to a 2025 sixth-round pick should specific conditions be met, the team announced Thursday afternoon.

Falcons place five among ESPN’s top 100 NFL player rankings

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 28, 2024

ESPN published its annual ranking of the top 100 NFL players for the upcoming season on Monday, and five Falcons made the cut.

How falcons' new roster stacks up against NFL peers

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 28, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — No two initial 53-man rosters in the NFL are identical, not even at the basic level of position breakdowns.

Falcons sign 13 players to practice squad and add one international player

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 28, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons commenced the assembly of their 16-player practice squad at noon ET on Wednesday. By the end of the day, the team had signed 13 players to the unit.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Forsyth County in week ending Aug. 17?

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 27, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Forsyth County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Falcons expand HBCU fellowship program after successful inaugural year

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 27, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons and Wells Fargo have announced the expansion of the HBCU Fellowship Program, now in its second year. This paid eight-week initiative aims to provide skills, career development, and networking opportunities for students from Atlanta-based Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Four Georgia Swarm players join Haudenosaunee Nationals for 2024 lacrosse championship

By NE Atlanta News | Aug 27, 2024

The Georgia Swarm has announced that four of its players—Jeremy Thompson, Lyle Thompson, Brendan Bomberry, and Kason Tarbell—will represent the Haudenosaunee Nationals at the 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships. The event is scheduled to take place in Utica, New York from September 20th to 29th.