Darnell Mooney - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Released by Atlanta The Falcons released Mooney on Monday.

Impact The move has been expected, though earlier reports suggested it might not happen for a few more days. Mooney figures to draw interest from teams that miss out on the top free agents at wide receiver.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Darnell Mooney's next landing spot couldn't be more clear after Falcons' release Now that the Atlanta Falcons have released Darnell Mooney, the New York Giants could be the ideal suitors for him if the price is right.

19 HOURS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons could be staring down painfully obvious Darnell Mooney succession plan Now that they have released Darnell Mooney, Ian Cunningham and the Atlanta Falcons could make a major splash by signing Alec Pierce in free...

1 DAY AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

3 best landing spots for Darnell Mooney following release from Falcons We know that the last two years haven’t gone according to plan for the Atlanta Falcons. It certainly makes sense then that they are looking...

3 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Recently-released WR could become the Falcons' perfect Darnell Mooney replacement Now that the Atlanta Falcons released Darnell Mooney, it would make sense for them to pursue the recently-released Stefon Diggs as a complem...

3 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Buccaneers may have quietly been gifted a free agency opportunity from Falcons The Atlanta Falcons reportedly plan to release veteran wide receiver Darnell Mooney. He will officially become an unrestricted free agent on...

4 DAYS AGO • THEPEWTERPLANK.COM

Darnell Mooney's release confirmed a message Ian Cunningham sent at the combine Atlanta Falcons fans thought Ian Cunningham was all talk at the combine, but the way he cut Darnell Mooney to rebuild the WR room proves he...

4 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons releasing Darnell Mooney ahead of NFL free agency The releases keep on coming ahead of NFL free agency.

4 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

"Dude is a ghost on the field" "Who is gonna catch balls?": NFL fans react as Darnell Mooney gets cut by Falcons The Atlanta Falcons are set to cut Darnell Mooney, according to NFL reporter Ian Rapoport on Thursday.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Falcons release Darnell Mooney: Chiefs among teams that would make sense Darnell Mooney is now on the market after parting ways with the Atlanta Falcons. Could the Kansas City Chiefs be on the sweepstakes to land...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Falcons' next move after releasing Darnell Mooney couldn't be more obvious The Atlanta Falcons finally ended the Darnell Mooney experiment, which could be something Drake London uses to his advantage in extension ta...

4 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Set to be released The Falcons are planning to release Mooney when the new league year begins March 11, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Mooney had just 32 catches for 443 yards and one touchdown in 15 appearances during a disappointing 2025 season. Releasing the 28-year-old wide receiver prior to the final year of his three-year, $39 million contract will save the Falcons $7.4 million in cap space. Mooney had 992 receiving yards with Atlanta in the 2024 regular season, so he's likely to garner some interest once he hits the open market.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ian Cunningham made the Darnell Mooney choice fans expected from from a mile away The Atlanta Falcons officially released Darnell Mooney, signaling that major changes are coming to Atlanta's receiver room during the 2026 o...

4 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Steelers, Commanders, Bills could have interest in soon-to-be released Falcons WR | Sporting News The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly going to cut ties with wide receiver Darnell Mooney and it's possible we could see him land with the Pitt...

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ian Cunningham finally shed some light on Darnell Mooney's future in Atlanta Ian Cunningham finally broke his silence on Darnell Mooney's future with the Atlanta Falcons, and his update was not very promising.

FEBRUARY 25 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Ian Cunningham hire gifted Falcons' $39 million letdown with major career lifeline The Atlanta Falcons were basically guaranteed to be moving on from Darnell Mooney this offseason, but Ian Cunningham is saying hold your hor...

FEBRUARY 3 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Quiet end to disappointing season Mooney caught three of seven targets for 20 yards in the Falcons' Week 18 win over the Saints.

Impact Mooney suffered a shoulder injury during training camp, and his season never got off the ground following his Week 2 debut. After posting a 64-992-5 receiving line on 106 targets last season, Mooney's numbers took a big hit across the board, as he finished 2025 with 32 catches for 443 yards and one touchdown across 15 appearances. Mooney is under contract through 2026 on an inflated $10.97 million salary. The Falcons are likely to clean house somewhat after firing both GM Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris following Sunday's win over New Orleans. Mooney will turn 29 years old next fall.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Mooney (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Mooney has received the green light to play in the season finale after he was listed as questionable heading into Sunday following a trio of limited practices during the week. Though the Atlanta coaching staff hasn't specifically mentioned that Mooney will be on a restricted snap count Sunday, fantasy managers should be cognizant that the wideout could face more playing-time risk than usual since the 7-9 Falcons are eliminated from playoff contention and have little at stake in Week 18. Like Mooney, starting receiver Drake London (knee) and tight end Kyle Pitts (knee) were also listed as questionable following Friday's practice but will be available to play in some capacity.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable but likely to play Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said Friday that Mooney (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's season finale against the Saints but is expected to suit up, Marc...

Impact Mooney popped up as a limited participant on Thursday's practice report, but it looks like he's trending in the right direction to face New Orleans on Sunday. Morris said top wideout Drake London (knee) and tight end Kyle Pitts (knee) are both also listed as questionable but expected to play Week 18. Mooney has only exceeded 50 receiving yards or scored once across his last 10 regular-season appearances, having managed both feats when he secured all three of his targets for 74 yards and a score versus the Saints in Week 12. If cleared to play Sunday, he'll work to improve his lackluster production totals in a rematch against the division rival.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Mooney (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The knee injury appears to be a new issue for Mooney, given that he was not listed on Wednesday's practice report. His participation in Friday's practice will determine whether he enters Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints with an injury designation. If Mooney is unable to play, then David Sills, Dylan Drummond and Deven Thompkins would be in line for more offensive snaps in Week 18.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two catches vs. LAR Mooney caught two passes (on three targets) for 35 yards during the Falcons' 27-24 win over the Rams on Monday.

Impact Mooney made a crucial 13-yard grab on third down to keep the Falcons' offensive drive alive, ultimately ending with a four-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to Bijan Robinson. Mooney added a 22-yard catch late in the third quarter but was not targeted by Cousins again, resulting in a two-catch performance for a second consecutive week. Mooney has caught three passes or less in 13 of 14 regular-season games and has seen five targets or more in just six of those contests. The sixth-year wideout will take a 29-423-1 receiving line (on 65 targets) into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Darnell Mooney and 4 Falcons who are running out of time to save their jobs The Atlanta Falcons are in a serious cap pickle, which has these five players fighting for their futures.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Darnell Mooney Fantasy Week 17: Projections vs. Rams, Points and Stats, Start or Sit - Bleacher Nation In Week 17 (Monday at 8:15 p.m. ET), WR Darnell Mooney and the Atlanta Falcons will face the Los Angeles Rams, who have the 19th-ranked pass...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Records two catches in win Mooney caught both of his targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 26-19 win over the Cardinals.

Impact Mooney played 54 of the Falcons' 77 offensive snaps Sunday, the most of any Atlanta wide receiver in the contest. Despite leading the the receiving corps in snaps, the veteran wideout continued his streak of underwhelming performances. In 13 appearances, Mooney has recorded just 27 catches for 388 yards and a touchdown. The 28-year-old will remain difficult to trust for significant fantasy production heading into a Week 17 matchup against the Rams.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kirk Cousins' play-action pass finds Darnell Mooney for a 16-yard gain Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins rips play-action pass to Darnell Mooney for a 20-yard gain into Arizona Cardinal territory.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

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