The Falcons won’t play starters in Saturday’s preseason game against Indianapolis, making this week’s joint practices a crucial evaluation period.

Za’Darius Smith is a three-time Pro Bowl defensive end who had retired in October 2025. He's now been signed to the Falcons.

You may think the Falcons are in trouble this season because the quarterback competition remains unsettled. You wouldn’t be wrong, but there is plenty more that is concerning.

Veteran edge rusher Za’Darius Smith worked out for the Falcons on Monday.

Atlanta Falcons training camp emphasized energy and intensity Monday after a 27-7 preseason loss to Denver, with coaches demanding a stronger response.

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The Falcons will be without their sack leader for half the season, but after a shaky preseason debut for the pass rush, they still trust they have the players to overcome it.

Entering Friday, Tua Tagovailoa knew he wasn’t going to play much. But he feels he didn’t make the most of the moment, which left him displeased by night’s end.

Atlanta’s 27-7 exhibition loss to Denver offers little early reassurance for Falcons fans.

The Falcons trailed the Broncos 24-0 at halftime of their preseason opener on Friday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and got no closer in a 27-7 loss.