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

Atlanta Falcons

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

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Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. ‘looked good’ in first week of team drills

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. completed his first week of full team participation Wednesday, a key step in his recovery from a torn ACL last November.

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Falcons’ 53-man roster projection as training camp, preseason come to an end

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Za’Darius Smith hit a ‘dark place’ after retirement. The Falcons helped save him.

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Falcons to play starters — but not Penix — in preseason finale vs. Dolphins

Atlanta Falcons first day of training camp

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Falcons ‘very excited’ about Jack Strand’s development as roster decision looms

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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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

On Monday afternoon, Michael Penix Jr was able to get to work at full capacity with the Falcons `after a nine-month rehab process.

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

Coach Kevin Stefanski said it's still TBD whether Penix will play in Friday’s preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins.

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

The Falcons used practices Wednesday and Thursday to get extensive snaps for their starters in controlled settings against the Colts’ first-teamers.

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

The Falcons signed the 35-year-old pass rusher, who has 70½ career sacks, to a one-year, $6 million deal Aug. 18.

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.