Rise Up Tonight | Week 9 2026
FOX 5 Rise Up Tonight gives you the latest Falcons team news, updates, and in-depth breakdowns with host Kelly Price and Atlanta Falcons beat reporter Tori McElhaney. Follow along as the Falcons hope to close out preseason with a bang at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. New episodes Thursday nights at midnight. Presented by AT&T.
FOX 5 Rise Up Tonight gives you the latest Falcons team news, updates, and in-depth breakdowns with host Kelly Price and Atlanta Falcons beat reporter Tori McElhaney. Follow along as the Falcons hope to close out preseason with a bang at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. New episodes Thursday nights at midnight. Presented by AT&T.
Falcon's Madrid game requires 250 processed passports
Team operations coordinated more than 250 passports and shipped 32,000 pounds of freight across the Atlantic to prepare nearly 70 players for game day inside a converted Madrid soccer stadium.
Team operations coordinated more than 250 passports and shipped 32,000 pounds of freight across the Atlantic to prepare nearly 70 players for game day inside a converted Madrid soccer stadium.
Athletes arrive in Madrid then make surprise discovery
Athletes traveling abroad in Madrid experienced unfamiliar cultural traditions, navigated historic landmarks with digital maps, and met Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
Athletes traveling abroad in Madrid experienced unfamiliar cultural traditions, navigated historic landmarks with digital maps, and met Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
Atlanta Falcons treat military vets at Topgolf
The Atlanta Falcons hosted transitioning veterans affiliated with Team Rubicon for dinner and golf at Topgolf ahead of the team's international trip to Madrid.
The Atlanta Falcons hosted transitioning veterans affiliated with Team Rubicon for dinner and golf at Topgolf ahead of the team's international trip to Madrid.
Bob Heinz, Super Bowl champion and defensive tackle on Dolphins' undefeated 1972 team, dies
Bob Heinz was a key player on the Miami Dolphins legendary “No-Name Defense" and played for the team from 1969 to 1977.
Bob Heinz was a key player on the Miami Dolphins legendary “No-Name Defense" and played for the team from 1969 to 1977.
How to watch NFL football: Week 9
Several teams are creating some separation in the NFL standings entering November as they seek to move a step closer in the playoff race.
Several teams are creating some separation in the NFL standings entering November as they seek to move a step closer in the playoff race.
Falcons continue practice in Milan
The Atlanta Falcons are settling into their international trip as they prepare to face Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday in Madrid, Spain. FOX 5 Sports' Justin Felder reports from Real Madrid's training facility, where the Falcons are maintaining their usual practice routines after arriving overseas. Head coach Kevin Stefanski says the team is focused on winning but also plans to embrace the experience of playing in a new country. The visit is also highlighting connections between Atlanta and Spain, with local journalists recalling Spain's national soccer team's appearances at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the World Cup.
The Atlanta Falcons are settling into their international trip as they prepare to face Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday in Madrid, Spain. FOX 5 Sports' Justin Felder reports from Real Madrid's training facility, where the Falcons are maintaining their usual practice routines after arriving overseas. Head coach Kevin Stefanski says the team is focused on winning but also plans to embrace the experience of playing in a new country. The visit is also highlighting connections between Atlanta and Spain, with local journalists recalling Spain's national soccer team's appearances at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the World Cup.
Falcons arrive in Madrid, head straight to practice
The Atlanta Falcons arrived in Madrid, Spain, early Wednesday morning and headed straight from the airport to the practice field as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Sunday's NFL international matchup. FOX 5 Sports' Justin Felder reports from Madrid, where the team held a light workout at Real Madrid's training facility just hours after its transatlantic flight.
The Atlanta Falcons arrived in Madrid, Spain, early Wednesday morning and headed straight from the airport to the practice field as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Sunday's NFL international matchup. FOX 5 Sports' Justin Felder reports from Madrid, where the team held a light workout at Real Madrid's training facility just hours after its transatlantic flight.
First-graders give Falcons a pep talk
A first-grade writing assignment turned into a pep talk for the Atlanta Falcons. Teacher Miss Chang asked her students to share advice for the team after its 0-2 start, and the children offered encouragement to try harder, run faster, keep their eyes on the ball and never give up. Chang’s students believe their advice helped the Falcons beat the 49ers, while the teacher says the classroom tradition helps build a sense of community.
A first-grade writing assignment turned into a pep talk for the Atlanta Falcons. Teacher Miss Chang asked her students to share advice for the team after its 0-2 start, and the children offered encouragement to try harder, run faster, keep their eyes on the ball and never give up. Chang’s students believe their advice helped the Falcons beat the 49ers, while the teacher says the classroom tradition helps build a sense of community.
Appeals court revives $4.7B antitrust verdict against NFL over ‘Sunday Ticket’ pricing
A federal appeals court revived a jury verdict that found the NFL liable for $4.7 billion in damages in an antitrust lawsuit brought by “Sunday Ticket" subscribers.
A federal appeals court revived a jury verdict that found the NFL liable for $4.7 billion in damages in an antitrust lawsuit brought by “Sunday Ticket" subscribers.
Rise Up Tonight | Week 8 2026 Season
FOX 5 Rise Up Tonight gives you the latest Falcons team news, updates, and in-depth breakdowns with host Kelly Price and Atlanta Falcons beat reporter Tori McElhaney. Follow along as the Falcons hope to close out preseason with a bang at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. New episodes Thursday nights at midnight. Presented by AT&T.
FOX 5 Rise Up Tonight gives you the latest Falcons team news, updates, and in-depth breakdowns with host Kelly Price and Atlanta Falcons beat reporter Tori McElhaney. Follow along as the Falcons hope to close out preseason with a bang at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. New episodes Thursday nights at midnight. Presented by AT&T.
Athens party designer shares game-day table ideas
Burton & Burton founder Maxine Burton demonstrated multi-use tailgate table decor and introduced a self-sealing latex balloon for Atlanta Falcons watch parties.
Burton & Burton founder Maxine Burton demonstrated multi-use tailgate table decor and introduced a self-sealing latex balloon for Atlanta Falcons watch parties.
Atlanta Falcons rookies visit pediatric patients
Atlanta Falcons rookies dressed in superhero costumes to decorate pumpkins and visit pediatric patients battling cancer and blood disorders at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Atlanta Falcons rookies dressed in superhero costumes to decorate pumpkins and visit pediatric patients battling cancer and blood disorders at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Atlanta Falcons players reveal dream off-field skills
Atlanta Falcons players revealed unexpected off-field aspirations ranging from NASCAR racing to figure skating during the team's weekly question segment.
Atlanta Falcons players revealed unexpected off-field aspirations ranging from NASCAR racing to figure skating during the team's weekly question segment.
Atlanta Falcons players reveal fall pregame fits
Atlanta Falcons stars Jawaan Taylor and Jessie Bates III showcased standout pregame fashion choices after the team broke out of a slump with a Sunday victory.
Atlanta Falcons stars Jawaan Taylor and Jessie Bates III showcased standout pregame fashion choices after the team broke out of a slump with a Sunday victory.
Former Atlanta Falcons head coach June Jones dies at 73
June Jones, the pioneering former Atlanta Falcons head coach who revolutionized modern passing attacks with the run-and-shoot offense, has died at age 73, the team announced Thursday.
June Jones, the pioneering former Atlanta Falcons head coach who revolutionized modern passing attacks with the run-and-shoot offense, has died at age 73, the team announced Thursday.
New study says roughly 3 in 4 deceased NFL players from 2008 to 2023 had CTE
Nearly 75% of deceased ex-NFL players examined in a medical study had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), underscoring the severe cognitive toll connected to professional football.
Nearly 75% of deceased ex-NFL players examined in a medical study had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), underscoring the severe cognitive toll connected to professional football.
How to watch NFL football: Week 8
Week 8 features another weekend of fantastic matchups including the NFL’s lone undefeated team traveling on the road to clash with a bitter division rival who is seeking to hand them their first loss this season.
Week 8 features another weekend of fantastic matchups including the NFL’s lone undefeated team traveling on the road to clash with a bitter division rival who is seeking to hand them their first loss this season.
Falcons mascot Freddie Falcon named among top NFL mascots
Freddie Falcon has been named the second most-loved mascot in the NFL following a survey of 2,000 football fans, according to Bovada Sportsbook.
Freddie Falcon has been named the second most-loved mascot in the NFL following a survey of 2,000 football fans, according to Bovada Sportsbook.
Falcons knock off unbeaten 49ers 29-20 in Atlanta
Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdown passes Sunday as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on four turnovers to stun the previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers 29-20.
Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdown passes Sunday as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on four turnovers to stun the previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers 29-20.