Tag: Atlanta Falcons

Tua Tagovailoa Wins Falcons’ QB Battle, Named Week 1 Starter Over Michael Penix Jr.

Brandon King

The Atlanta Falcons have finally made their decision at quarterback. Tua Tagovailoa will open the 2026 NFL season as Atlanta’s starting quarterback, beating out Michael Penix Jr. after a monthslong competition that extended through training camp and into the final days before Week 1. Tagovailoa will get the start Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, giving the former Miami Dolphins quarterback an opportunity to begin a new chapter in Atlanta after signing with the Falcons during the offseason. The decision comes after an up-and-down training camp for Tagovailoa, who nonetheless received…

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Arctos Agrees to Buy 10% Stake in Atlanta Falcons at $10.6 Billion Valuation

Brandon King

The Atlanta Falcons are poised to welcome a new minority investor. According to CNBC, Dallas-based private equity firm Arctos has agreed to acquire a 10% ownership stake in the Falcons in a transaction that values the franchise at an enterprise value of $10.6 billion. The deal remains subject to approval by NFL owners, who are expected to vote on it during league meetings in October. If approved, the Falcons would become the fourth NFL franchise in Arctos’ growing investment portfolio. The firm already owns minority stakes in the Los Angeles…

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Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Suspended Eight Games for Violating NFL Personal Conduct Policy

Brandon King

Atlanta Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr. has been suspended for the first eight games of the 2026 NFL regular season for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The discipline stems from Pearce’s February arrest in Doral, Florida, following a domestic dispute involving his former girlfriend, Chicago Sky forward Rickea Jackson. Although the legal process did not result in a criminal trial, the NFL conducted its own review under the league’s personal conduct policy before issuing the suspension. Pearce will be allowed to participate in…

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Falcons Make History: Bijan Robinson Agrees to Record-Breaking $75 Million Extension

Brandon King

The Atlanta Falcons have locked up one of the NFL’s brightest young stars for the foreseeable future. According to reports from Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport, the Falcons and running back Bijan Robinson have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $75 million, including $51 million guaranteed. The deal makes Robinson the highest-paid running back in NFL history. Robinson has quickly established himself as one of the league’s premier offensive weapons since being selected eighth overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. His elite vision, explosive playmaking ability, and…

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Falcons Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s Wife Cristina Dies Following Battle With Cancer

Brandon King

The Atlanta Falcons announced Thursday that Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has passed away following a courageous battle with cancer. She reportedly died on Sunday, July 26.  Cristina is survived by her husband, Jeff, and their three children: Samantha, Jax, and Jace. The Ulbrich family has long been recognized for their close bond throughout Jeff’s NFL playing and coaching career.  In a statement, the Falcons described Cristina as a “devoted wife, mother, and friend whose strength, grace, and resilience touched all who knew her,” adding that…

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