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2-time Pro Bowler could top Falcons' list of potential replacements for Kaden Elliss If Kaden Elliss somehow isn't retained by the Atlanta Falcons this offseason, luckily, Ian Cunningham has an in with Tremaine Edmunds.

6 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Vikings floated as ideal landing spot for versatile Falcons defender Kaden Elliss, a standout for the Atlanta Falcons, was recently named by PFF as a top option for the Minnesota Vikings to replace Eric Wilson...

JANUARY 29 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Production dips in 2025 Elliss recorded 107 total tackles (59 solo), including 3.5 sacks, six passes defensed, including one interception, and one forced fumble over 17 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact The veteran linebacker from Idaho remained one of the Falcons' top defensive playmakers in 2025, leading the team in total tackles and setting a new career high in passes defensed. However, Elliss saw declines in both total tackles (151 to 107) and sacks (6.0 to 3.5) compared to his 2024 campaign, despite logging 48 more defensive snaps this season. The 30-year-old is set to hit unrestricted free agency this offseason and could still command a solid contract following his third consecutive season with triple-digit stops.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons owner Blank reveals plan for management changes following the firings of Morris and Fontenot

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has revealed in a letter to fans that Sunday night’s firings of coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot are not the only moves pla...

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

NFL analyst finally said the quiet part out loud about Falcons' unsung hero Kaden Elliss once again proved he may not always be the linebacker the Atlanta Falcons want, but he is the one they need.

JANUARY 3 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

One Jessie Bates quote reminds Falcons why they need to retain Kaden Elliss Kaden Elliss is set to hit free agency, but the Atlanta Falcons cannot let him get anywhere close to the open market.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Logs four tackles vs. Arizona Elliss recorded four tackles (one solo) during Atlanta's win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

Impact Elliss continues to have a strong season, having compiled at least four tackles in all 15 of his appearances. The 2019 seventh-round pick will look to build on this performance and keep producing during the team's Week 17 matchup against the Rams.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing in win Elliss tallied six total tackles (all solo) during Thursday's 29-28 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact The 30-year-old linebacker has now posted six or more stops in eight of the Falcons' last nine games. Elliss has appeared in all 14 of Atlanta's contests this season, recording a team-leading 94 total tackles, including 3.5 sacks, four passes defensed, with one interception, and one forced fumble. He's likely to remain one of the Falcons' top tacklers in the Week 16 matchup against the Cardinals.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies six stops Elliss posted six tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 37-9 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Elliss is in his third season with the Falcons and is on track for 100 tackles once again, as he sits with 88 tackles (49 solo) through 13 games. The 2019 seventh-round pick has added four pass breakups, 3.5 sacks and an interception. He should be a sturdy fantasy option moving forward.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kaden Elliss on what is ahead for Atlanta Falcons & reflects on Seahawks matchup | Press Conference Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Kaden Elliss speaks with the media on the Monday following the Atlanta Falcons loss to the Seattle Seahawk...

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Underrated Jets free agent target is falling into New York's laps The New York Jets may need to target Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Kaden Elliss in free agency after another tremendous season in 2025.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • THEJETPRESS.COM

Solid outing in loss Elliss recorded eight tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 27-24 loss against the Jets.

Impact Elliss was on the field for all 63 of the Falcons' defensive snaps in Week 13, and he posted at least six tackles for the sixth time in his last seven games. His per-snap tackle production is down compared to his first two years with Atlanta, but he's still in the IDP conversation heading into a Week 14 tilt versus the Seahawks.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kaden Elliss & others on the Atlanta Falcons loss to the New York Jets | Press Conference Kaden Elliss, Jake Matthews, James Pearce Jr., Jalon Walker and Brandon Dorlus speak to the media following the Atlanta Falcons loss to the...

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bijan Robinson shines again, but Falcons' special teams falter in loss to Jets

Bijan Robinson shined again for the Atlanta Falcons, but it isn't enough to win

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Kaden Elliss nominated for 2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award The NFL announced every team’s nomination Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Notches nine stops in Week 12 Elliss finished Sunday's 24-10 win over the Saints with nine tackles (seven solo).

Impact Elliss's tackle total was second-most on Atlanta behind Dee Alford (10). The veteran tackler remains a reliable weekly contributor, as he's played every defensive snap in all but of Atlanta's 11 games so far this season. Elliss is up to 74 tackles, including 3.5 sacks, along with four defensed passes (including an interception) on the campaign.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kirk Cousins' 2 TD passes help the Falcons end a 5-game skid and beat the Saints, 24-10

The Atlanta Falcons have ended their five-game losing streak, thanks to 37-year-old Kirk Cousins

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Falcons should prepare for a $28 million dilemma they can't ignore much longer The Atlanta Falcons' pursuit of extensions for Bijan Robinson and Drake London could spell the end of Kaden Elliss in Atlanta.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Posts sack in Week 11 loss Elliss registered five solo tackles, including 1.0 sacks, during the Falcons' 30-27 overtime loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact Elliss finished Sunday's game tied for the fourth most tackles on the Falcons, including a one-yard sack on Bryce Young midway through the third quarter. Elliss has logged a sack in back-to-back games and is up to 3.5 sacks through 10 regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bryce Young passes for franchise-record 448 yards to lift Panthers to 30-27 win over Falcons in OT

Bryce Young passed for a career-high and franchise-record 448 yards and Ryan Fitzgerald kicked a 28-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Carolina Panthers to a 30-27 win over th...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Kaden Elliss slings Bryce Young to the ground to force a turnover on downs Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Eliss sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young for a 1-yard loss.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Why Atlanta's Kaden Elliss Is One of the NFL's Most Underrated Linebackers Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss has quietly emerged as one of the NFL’s most versatile defenders.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Notches sack in loss Elliss recorded six total tackles (one solo), including 1.0 sacks, and a pass defensed in Sunday's 31-25 overtime loss to the Colts.

Impact Elliss was on the field for every one of the the team's defensive snaps for the sixth game in a row, and he made his mark in the second quarter, sacking Daniel Jones for a 10-yard loss. The linebacker has now registered 60 total tackles (31 solo), including 2.5 sacks, while also adding four passes defensed, one of which is an interception, and a forced fumble over nine games this year.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bijan Robinson, Drake London & others on the overtime loss to the Colts in Berlin Bijan Robinson, Drake London, Kyle Pitts Sr., Darnell Mooney, A.J. Terrell Jr., Chris Lindstrom, Kaden Elliss, Jalon Walker, Brandon Dorlus...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Kaden Elliss on Taylor's long run: 'Guys stopped playing, myself included' Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss said the defense 'stopped playing' during Jonathan Taylor's 83-yard touchdown run in the overtime loss to th...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • AJC.COM

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Falcons owner Blank reveals plan for management changes following the firings of Morris and Fontenot

Bijan Robinson shines again, but Falcons' special teams falter in loss to Jets

Kirk Cousins' 2 TD passes help the Falcons end a 5-game skid and beat the Saints, 24-10

Bryce Young passes for franchise-record 448 yards to lift Panthers to 30-27 win over Falcons in OT