Falcons releasing safety Ricardo Allen

The Atlanta Falcons are releasing safety Ricardo Allen after 7 seasons with the club. They are also releasing defensive lineman Allen Bailey. A team source confirmed the move to FOX 5 prior to the announcement, which was first reported Thursday afternoon by ESPN.

Mock draft talk: Chris Trapasso�of CBS Sports
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With their first-round pick last year, the Falcons brought in cornerback A.J. Terrell, who by all accounts had a great rookie campaign. Now, with Atlanta picking much higher at No. 4 overall, could they complement the Westlake High alum with another top-flight corner? Kelly Price asks another NFL Draft expert this week about that take, which may ruffle some Falcon fans' feathers hoping for a QB at No. 4.

Falcons invite metro Atlanta health care workers to attend Super Bowl

Nearly two dozen metro Atlanta health care workers will be front and center cheering on the teams at Super Bowl LV thanks to the Falcons.

Mock draft talk: Ian Wharton of Complex Sports
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Kelly Price gets the latest takes every week from draft experts on what the Falcons could do in the 2021 NFL Draft, and with the No. 4 overall pick, Complex Sports' Ian Wharton thinks the Falcons should bring in an immediate-impact pass rusher with a cheap price tag.

Former Falcon scores with soul food sauces and seasonings

Former Falcon Reggie Kelly went from the gridiron to the cast iron, creating a line of sauces, seasonings and salsas perfect for your favorite Super Bowl snacks.

Atlanta Falcons executive honored with Salute to Service award

Steve Cannon will receive the NFL’s Salute to Service Award, which recognizes exceptional efforts to honor and support members of the military community.

Falcons players Benkert and Ridley take part in charity Fortnite tournament

A pair of Atlanta Falcons are trying to show they're the best NFL player at one of the world's most popular video games. Wide receiver Calvin Ridley and quarterback Kurt Benkert are taking part in the "Streamer Bowl II", a charity Fortnite tournament being played the Thursday before the Super Bowl.

Mock draft talk: Dane Brugler of The Athletic
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This 2021 NFL Draft class has plenty of quarterback talent, and with the fourth overall selection, the Falcons are poised to make a pick that can change the direction of the franchise ? whatever position they target.?New Falcons GM Terry Fontenot has said he is of the "best available" philosophy, and with the No. 4 overall pick, the talent level of a best-available prospect is very high. Kelly Price gets the latest takes every week from draft experts on what the Falcons could do in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Arthur Smith's UNC teammate dives into why Smith will be great head coach
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If you ask anyone who?s known Falcons head coach Arthur Smith as long as Brian Chacos has, the same refrain is sung over and over: Smith has always left an impression that he could be a head coach, with his calm demeanor, hard work ethic, leadership ability and deep understanding and passion for the game of football.

Exclusive interview with Falcons GM Terry Fontenot
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FOX 5 Sports anchor Cody Chaffins sits down virtually with new Falcons GM Terry Fontenot before the Senior Bowl this week.

How Arthur Smith's UNC days forged path to becoming Falcons head coach
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Former North Carolina head coach John Bunting always thought Arthur Smith could be a head football coach. Kelly Price gets to know more about the new Falcons head coach with his old college coach.

How Arthur Smith's UNC days forged path to becoming Falcons head coach

And if you ask anyone who’s known Smith since his Tar Heel days, the same refrain is sung over and over: Smith has always left an impression that he could be a head coach, with his calm demeanor, hard work ethic, leadership ability and deep understanding and passion for the game of football.

Falcons name new coordinators under Arthur Smith

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have named Dave Ragone as their offensive coordinator, Dean Pees as defensive coordinator and Marquice Williams as special teams coordinator.

FOX 5 Exclusive: Ken Rodriguez goes one-on-one with Arthur Smith
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FOX 5 Sports anchor Ken Rodriguez sits down (virtually) with Arthur Smith in an exclusive interview with the new Falcons head coach. They discuss Atlanta's roster, new GM Terry Fontenot, the rollercoaster of the Titans losing in the playoffs and now being named a head coach, why Smith wanted to come to Atlanta, if he feels the team needs to start from scratch and much more.

Atlanta Falcons tap Terry Fontenot as next general manager

The Falcons named longtime Saints personnel department executive Terry Fontenot as their next general manager.

Harry Douglas on new Falcons head coach Arthur Smith
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The "Rise Up Tonight" gang is back together to talk about the Falcons hiring Arthur Smith. Former Falcons WR Harry Douglas has known Smith since he played for the Titans from 2015-2017. Harry offers his perspective on what the new head coach brings to Atlanta.

Diving deep into who Arthur Smith is
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Cody Chaffins gets the perspective of Tatum Everett of FOX 17 in Nashville, who has covered Arthur Smith for years.

Falcons hire Arthur Smith as head coach
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We're learning more about former Tennessee offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, who is now the Atlanta Falcons' new head coach.

Falcons hire Arthur Smith as head coach
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The Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with Arthur Smith to become their next head coach on Friday.