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Falcons are on a path to 9th straight losing season after 'self-inflicted' mistakes against Bengals

The Atlanta Falcons have lost four of their past five games and are facing a difficult challenge to avoid their ninth consecutive losing season

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Burrow powers Bengals past the Falcons in Madrid for their 4th straight win

Joe Burrow threw for three touchdowns and rushed for another and the Cincinnati Bengals’ offense kept rolling to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 34-17 in Madrid for their fourth straigh...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

James Pearce Jr. active for Atlanta Falcons' game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid

Edge rusher James Pearce Jr. was active for the Atlanta Falcons' game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Season debut on tap Pearce (back) is listed as active Sunday versus the Bengals in Madrid, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Pearce completed his eight-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy this week, but after being listed as a full participant on the Falcons' first two Week 9 injury reports, he was limited by a back injury Friday and thus entered the weekend as questionable to play. With his status now clarified for Sunday's matchup, he seems likely to resume his role as one of Atlanta's top pass rushers, which equated to 10.5 sacks among his 26 tackles in 17 regular-season games as a first-round rookie in 2025.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Pearce Jr. questionable for Falcons game against Bengals in Madrid because of back issue

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr.’s return from suspension has been put in doubt because of an injury setback in practice

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Questionable for Sunday The Falcons listed Pearce (back) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Pearce was reinstated by the NFL on Monday after serving an eight-game suspension. The 23-year-old is expected to play a big role at edge for the Falcons' defense but may be eased back into the lineup to start out.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stefanski still uncertain how much Pearce will get to play in Madrid after return from suspension

Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski wants to see how edge rusher James Pearce Jr. responds in practice before determining the number of snaps he will have this weekend in Madrid...

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Stefanski prepares Falcons for Bengals' offense in Madrid after struggles in Florida rain

Last week it was bad weather

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Back from suspension The NFL reinstated Pearce on Monday after he served his eight-game suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy, Darius Hayes of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Pearce had to miss the first eight games of the season following an arrest back in February, but he's now back with the Falcons' active roster for Week 9. He projects to eventually play a big role on the edge during the second half of the campaign, but he might get eased back into things to start out.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stefanski, Rees and Falcons ask too much of Penix and passing game in loss mired by 4 interceptions

Coach Kevin Stefanski, offensive coordinator Tommy Rees and the Atlanta Falcons asked too much of Michael Penix Jr. against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

NFL Trade Deadline: 1 Player Every Playoff Hopeful Should Target

Which player should your favorite team trade for ahead of the trade deadline? We pick the top target for every playoff hopeful.

OCTOBER 29 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Trade Deadline: 1 Player Every Playoff Hopeful Should Target

NFL Fact or Fiction: Walker, Top RB? Browns Legit? Ruling On Your Week 4 Hot Takes

We dive into your Week 4 hot takes, from the Kenneth Walker III vs. Bijan Robinson debate to whether the Panthers and Browns are for real.

OCTOBER 8 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Fact or Fiction: Walker, Top RB? Browns Legit? Ruling On Your Week 4 Hot Takes

Hello, Atlanta, Michael Penix & Bijan Robinson: 3 Takeaways From Falcons Win vs. Saints

All of a sudden, the Falcons appear to have one of the best offenses in the NFL. Here are our takeaways from their win over the Saints.

OCTOBER 6 • FOX SPORTS

Hello, Atlanta, Michael Penix & Bijan Robinson: 3 Takeaways From Falcons Win vs. Saints

Why isn't James Pearce Jr. playing today for Falcons vs Saints in 2026 NFL Week 4? The Atlanta Falcons seek a Week 4 victory in the 2026 NFL season against the New England Saints as they play without James Pearce Jr.

OCTOBER 5 • BOLAVIP.COM

Why isn't James Pearce Jr. playing today for Falcons vs Packers on TNF in 2026 NFL Week 3? Missing James Pearce Jr., the Atlanta Falcons are without a key piece of their defensive puzzle to take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 3 o...

SEPTEMBER 24 • BOLAVIP.COM

Jeff Ulbrich has a prime opportunity to work his magic with new Falcons defender The Atlanta Falcons claimed linebacker Yasir Abdullah off waivers Monday, adding him to a defense that has some questions on the edge… James...

SEPTEMBER 6 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Buccaneers, Panthers, Falcons and Saints are all contenders in NFL's weakest division

How many wins will it take to win the NFC South this season

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Seattle's biggest obstacle to repeating starts in a tough NFC West with the stacked Rams

A steady Sam Darnold and a stellar defense helped the Seattle Seahawks win the Super Bowl last season

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

How to live stream Colts vs Falcons: Watch NFL Preseason, TV channel The Indianapolis Colts host the Atlanta Falcons on Saturday as both teams continue their preparations for the 2026 NFL season. Aug 14, 2026;...

AUGUST 22 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Colts QB Daniel Jones Continues To Impress In Return From Achilles Injury

Daniel Jones lit up a solid Falcons secondary on Wednesday, though a key Colts pass-catcher had to leave the field with an injury.

AUGUST 20 • FOX SPORTS

Colts QB Daniel Jones Continues To Impress In Return From Achilles Injury

Colts' Keenan Allen and Falcons' Za'Darius Smith sit out the teams' first joint practice

Keenan Allen has joined the Indianapolis Colts, but he's not yet practicing

AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

NFL Catchup: Cowboys-Saints Fights, A Christian McCaffrey Update & Deals Were Made

Here's what you should know about what happened in the NFL on Tuesday.

AUGUST 19 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Catchup: Cowboys-Saints Fights, A Christian McCaffrey Update & Deals Were Made

Kevin Stefanski reunites with veteran pass rusher in major Falcons move | Sporting News After losing Jalon Walker for the season and James Pearce Jr. for eight games, the Falcons aren’t standing still. Atlanta has added veteran...

AUGUST 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Falcons add three-time Pro Bowler Za'Darius Smith after James Pearce Jr. suspension

The Atlanta Falcons have signed defensive end Za’Darius Smith, the team said Tuesday

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Even After 1 Preseason Game, Falcons Clearly Have More Questions Than Answers

Atlanta is dealing with significant absences on the defensive front, and a competition at quarterback hasn't developed as hoped. That was ev...

AUGUST 18 • FOX SPORTS

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