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Record: (0-0), 3rd in NFC South

Atlanta Falcons

Record: (0-0), 3rd in NFC South

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QB battle heats up as Falcons wrap penultimate training camp practice

Tuesday marked the Falcons’ penultimate training camp practice. They end this phase of the offseason program Wednesday afternoon.

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Michael Penix Jr. starts slow, ends strong in first full Falcons practice

Falcons split QB1 snaps Monday as Michael Penix Jr. returns to 11-on-11

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What we learned from Falcons’ week in Indianapolis: QBs, run game, trench play

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Falcons bet on Za’Darius Smith’s veteran presence. He proved why on Day 1.

Standings

Stats

NFC South

Full Standings

TEAM	W	L	PCT
1 PanthersPanthers	8	9	.471
2 BuccaneersBuccaneers	8	9	.471
3 FalconsFalcons	8	9	.471
4 SaintsSaints	6	11	.353

Team Leaders

Full Team Stats

OFFENSE

DEFENSE

Michael Penix Jr.

QB, #9

PASSING YARDS

1982

Bijan Robinson

RB, #7

RUSHING YARDS

1478

Kyle Pitts Sr.

TE, #8

RECEIVING YARDS

928

PHOTOS: Falcons preseason home opener was a lopsided defeat

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. The Denver Broncos won, 27-7, over the Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch (left) and Broncos running back Jonah Coleman greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (center) holds hands with Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger as they pray after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (right) and Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons safety Sydney Brown gets a high-five from Freddie Falcon after their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons defensive tackle Carlos Allen Jr. signs autographs for fans after the Denver Broncos defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 27-7, during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson signs autographs for fans after the Denver Broncos defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 27-7, during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Tyler Goodson (not pictured) scores a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second half of their game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski watches from the sidelines as his team takes on the Denver Broncos during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons fans cheer after a touchdown by running back Tyler Goodson during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Jack Strand gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush (center) gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos wide receiver Cameron Ross eludes a tackle from the Falcons during the first half of their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Dylan Drummond (left) and quarterback Cooper Rush walk off the field after Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron scores a touchdown after intercepting the ball during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush (left) gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (center) runs for a touchdown after intercepting the ball during their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back RJ Harvey (second from left) is stopped by Falcons defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back RJ Harvey (center) pushes for yardage against the Falcons during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons cornerback Darnay Holmes celebrates during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (center) scores a touchdown during the first half of their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams leaves their preseason game against the Denver Broncos after getting injured at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch runs the ball during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski watches as his team takes on the Denver Broncos during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Fans cheer during the Atlanta Falcons’ preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa prepares to get off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. The Denver Broncos won, 27-7, over the Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Falcons’ Stefanski ‘passes vibe check,’ encouraged celebratory field storm

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski told players to storm the field after their first touchdown, creating a memorable moment in a preseason win over the Colts on Saturday.

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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. medically cleared for full participation

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Thursday that the team has a plan in place for quarterback Michael Penix Jr.’s acclimation period.

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Falcons stock report: Who’s rising, falling after preseason win over Colts

Jack Strand, Tyler Goodson and Kendal Daniels stood out for the Falcons in their commanding win over the Colts on Saturday.

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Falcons stampede Colts, 34-6, in dominant preseason victory

The Falcons beat the Colts 34-6 in preseason action on Saturday as Cooper Rush and rookie Jack Strand led an efficient offensive performance.

RECAP

Check out the recap from the Falcons’ preseason win vs. Colts

After a 27-7 loss in their preseason opener against the Broncos last week, the Falcons look to turn the tables against the Colts in the second exhibition game Saturday.

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Is Falcons’ offense close to regular season form? Their stars believe so.

For the Falcons offense, two practices with the Indianapolis Colts offered a chance to paint a different, more encouraging picture.

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Falcons ‘pleased’ with Jawaan Taylor’s progress as offensive line takes shape

The offensive tackle, with a bit of rust still present after finishing his fifth practice this summer Thursday, has given the Atlanta Falcons reason for optimism.

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Fast start, slow finish: What we learned from Falcons’ second joint practice

The Falcons' offense and defense showed improvement in Thursday’s second joint practice with the Colts.

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Falcons’ Penix has call scheduled with doctor, could be fully cleared

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. said a doctor’s call Thursday night could determine whether he is cleared for full participation in training camp practices.

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Falcons’ Tagovailoa ‘continuing to grow’ amid joint practice lumps vs. Colts

Atlanta veteran quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw an interception and completed only one pass beyond 10 yards in a joint practice against Indianapolis.