Florida AG warns NFL: Drop affirmative-action ‘Rooney Rule’ or face legal consequences
Florida’s chief law enforcement officer announced Wednesday that he will warn National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell that the NFL’s longstanding "Rooney Rule," mandating interviews of minority and ethnically diverse candidates, is illegal in the Sunshine State.
Florida’s chief law enforcement officer announced Wednesday that he will warn National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell that the NFL’s longstanding "Rooney Rule," mandating interviews of minority and ethnically diverse candidates, is illegal in the Sunshine State.
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. court date set for Rickea Jackson protective order, records show
Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. is scheduled to appear in a Miami-Dade County courtroom next month.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. is scheduled to appear in a Miami-Dade County courtroom next month.
Atlanta Falcons cut Kirk Cousins as new NFL year begins
The Atlanta Falcons announced on Wednesday that they have officially released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.
The Atlanta Falcons announced on Wednesday that they have officially released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.
NFL considering expanding Thanksgiving games with this lineup
The NFL may add new games around the Thanksgiving holiday. Here’s what to know.
The NFL may add new games around the Thanksgiving holiday. Here’s what to know.
Falcons signing QB Tua Tagovailoa to 1-year deal, sources say
The Atlanta Falcons are shaking up their quarterback roster with the addition of former Miami Dolphins starter Tua Tagovailoa.
The Atlanta Falcons are shaking up their quarterback roster with the addition of former Miami Dolphins starter Tua Tagovailoa.
Atlanta Falcons to play in 2026 NFL Madrid game
The Atlanta Falcons will play a 2026 regular-season game in Madrid at the Bernabéu as part of the NFL’s expanded international slate.
The Atlanta Falcons will play a 2026 regular-season game in Madrid at the Bernabéu as part of the NFL’s expanded international slate.
Falcons Ian Cunningham on first offseason as Falcons GM
In this 2026 NFL Combine interview, new Atlanta Falcons General Manager Ian Cunningham discusses his transition into the role under the leadership of President of Football Matt Ryan and Head Coach Kevin Stefanski.
In this 2026 NFL Combine interview, new Atlanta Falcons General Manager Ian Cunningham discusses his transition into the role under the leadership of President of Football Matt Ryan and Head Coach Kevin Stefanski.
Kevin Stefanski rebuilds Falcons coaching staff
In this 2026 NFL Combine interview, Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski details the "puzzle" of finalizing his coaching staff following Mike Ruttenberg’s departure to Cleveland. Stefanski emphasizes the high value of face-to-face player meetings and his burgeoning professional synergy with GM Ian Cunningham.
In this 2026 NFL Combine interview, Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski details the "puzzle" of finalizing his coaching staff following Mike Ruttenberg’s departure to Cleveland. Stefanski emphasizes the high value of face-to-face player meetings and his burgeoning professional synergy with GM Ian Cunningham.
Falcons fire assistant coach LaTroy Lewis amid sexual assault allegations
The Atlanta Falcons have fired assistant coach LaTroy Lewis following a brief investigation into allegations against him.
The Atlanta Falcons have fired assistant coach LaTroy Lewis following a brief investigation into allegations against him.
Chris Sale agrees to $27M one-year deal, sets Braves mark
It was a busy day across Atlanta’s professional sports landscape, with major contract and roster decisions announced.
It was a busy day across Atlanta’s professional sports landscape, with major contract and roster decisions announced.
Falcons announce release of QB Kirk Cousins
The Atlanta Falcons have announced plans to release veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins when the new NFL league year begins March 11.
The Atlanta Falcons have announced plans to release veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins when the new NFL league year begins March 11.
Former Falcons receiver Rondale Moore found dead in Indiana
NFL receiver Rondale Moore, who spent a year on the Atlanta Falcons roster, was found dead in his Indiana hometown on Saturday. He was 25 years old.
NFL receiver Rondale Moore, who spent a year on the Atlanta Falcons roster, was found dead in his Indiana hometown on Saturday. He was 25 years old.
Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice sued by ex, accused of domestic violence
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing a new civil lawsuit in Dallas County alleging he repeatedly assaulted his former girlfriend over a two-year period.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing a new civil lawsuit in Dallas County alleging he repeatedly assaulted his former girlfriend over a two-year period.
Atlanta native Jamal Lewis among ex-NFL players pardoned by Trump
Atlanta native and former NFL player Jamal Lewis was among five former players pardoned by President Donald Trump last week.
Atlanta native and former NFL player Jamal Lewis was among five former players pardoned by President Donald Trump last week.
Falcons rookie Pearce maintains innocence after Miami arrest
The attorney for Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pierce Jr. said his client “maintains his innocence" as Pierce faces five felony charges stemming from an arrest near Miami over the weekend.
The attorney for Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pierce Jr. said his client “maintains his innocence" as Pierce faces five felony charges stemming from an arrest near Miami over the weekend.
Rickea Jackson offers to testify against Falcons' James Pearce Jr.
WNBA star Rickea Jackson is willing to testify against her former boyfriend, Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr., following his arrest for allegedly ramming her car twice as she tried to flee from him and to a police station in Florida, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
WNBA star Rickea Jackson is willing to testify against her former boyfriend, Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr., following his arrest for allegedly ramming her car twice as she tried to flee from him and to a police station in Florida, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
Bad Bunny halftime show and Turning Point: How many people watched in the US
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was the fourth most-watched in recorded history as Turning Point USA's alternate "All-American" show topped out at about 5 million live views on YouTube.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was the fourth most-watched in recorded history as Turning Point USA's alternate "All-American" show topped out at about 5 million live views on YouTube.
Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show cameos: Who was in it?
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known as Bad Bunny, headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026.
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known as Bad Bunny, headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026.
Falcons rookie linebacker James Pearce Jr. arrested near Miami following alleged domestic dispute
Atlanta Falcons star rookie linebacker James Pearce Jr. was reportedly arrested Saturday near Miami.
Atlanta Falcons star rookie linebacker James Pearce Jr. was reportedly arrested Saturday near Miami.
Former Jets first-round pick Darron Lee charged with murder in girlfriend’s death
Former New York Jets first-round draft pick Darron Lee was arrested in Tennessee and charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend.
Former New York Jets first-round draft pick Darron Lee was arrested in Tennessee and charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend.