Falcons news

Here are the latest news and updates about the Atlanta Falcons:

Recent News

• The Falcons have signed quarterback Matt Ryan to a 5-year, $150 million contract extension, making him one of the highest-paid players in the NFL. (Source: ESPN)
• The team has also signed wide receiver Julio Jones to a 3-year, $66 million contract extension, keeping him with the team through the 2023 season. (Source: NFL Network)
• The Falcons have hired former NFL quarterback and coach, Dirk Koetter, as their new offensive coordinator. (Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
• The team has also hired former NFL defensive back, Joe Whitt Jr., as their new defensive backs coach. (Source: NFL Network)

Upcoming Schedule

• The Falcons are set to play their first preseason game on August 15th against the Miami Dolphins.
• Their regular season schedule is as follows:
  • Week 1: vs. Philadelphia Eagles (September 6th)
  • Week 2: at Dallas Cowboys (September 13th)
  • Week 3: vs. Indianapolis Colts (September 20th)
  • Week 4: at San Francisco 49ers (September 27th)

Injury Updates

• Quarterback Matt Ryan is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season after undergoing offseason surgery on his ankle.
• Wide receiver Calvin Ridley is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing offseason surgery on his knee.
• Linebacker Deion Jones is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing offseason surgery on his foot.

Roster Moves

• The Falcons have signed free agent wide receiver, Russell Gage, to a 1-year contract.
• The team has also signed free agent defensive tackle, Tyeler Davison, to a 2-year contract.
• The Falcons have released wide receiver, Justin Hardy, and defensive back, Brian Poole.