Atlanta Falcons Have a Bigger Problem Than Their Quarterback
Michael Penix Jr.'s uneven play exposed how little run-game support Atlanta had against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Michael Penix Jr.'s uneven play exposed how little run-game support Atlanta had against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Atlanta Falcons went into Tampa Bay looking for a win, but things spiraled quickly. What went wrong against the Buccaneers?

On Sunday, the Atlanta Falcons came crashing back down to Earth with a brutal 16-0 road loss to the divisional rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers, dropping them to 3-5 on the season. The Falcons became the first team in the modern era to lose while giving up zero completed passes in a game, with quarterback Michael […] The post Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski already rules 2 players out for Week 9 clash with Bengals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers shut down the Atlanta Falcons, 16-0, at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday despite Baker Mayfield having zero completions. Mayfield went 0-of-3, as the nonstop rain forced the Buccaneers to abandon their passing game to survive the Falcons. He had four carries for 14 yards. Bucky Irving had 27 carries for 170 […] The post Baker Mayfield didn’t talk to Kevin Stefanski after Buccaneers beat Falcons, and it doesn’t sound like he wanted to appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Sunday afternoon, the Atlanta Falcons hit the road to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an NFC South matchup. The field was swamped by rain in Tampa Bay for this one, causing both teams to lean heavily on the run early on amid the downpour. It was the worst half of Falcons quarterback […] The post Appalling Michael Penix Jr. vs. Baker Mayfield halftime stats need to be seen to be believed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Atlanta Falcons have seen improvement from Michael Penix Jr., but another move could help their offense take the next step. The post Falcons Get Trade Deadline Shopping List for One Glaring Roster Need appeared first on HEAVY.

The Atlanta Falcons will be facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week, and they have a chance to get to .500 and take the lead in the NFC South. They’ll be coming into the game with a lot of confidence after beating the San Francisco 49ers last week, and head coach Kevin Stefanski has them […] The post Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski, Michael Penix Jr. draw strong leadership nods from vet safety appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kevin Stefanski provided an update on this key Atlanta Falcons defender who is closing in on a return from an eight-game suspension. The post Kevin Stefanski Issues Update on Suspended Falcons Defender appeared first on HEAVY.

The Atlanta Falcons have a big divisional game on tap against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8, and have been missing linebacker James Pearce Jr. after an eight-game suspension handed down earlier this year. The Falcons’ offense picked up the slack in a 29-20 win over the 49ers last week that led to a […] The post Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski announces James Pearce Jr.’s expected return from suspension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield offered a measured response when asked about his relationship with Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski ahead of their Week 8 meeting on Sunday. The two previously worked together with the Cleveland Browns before Mayfield’s departure in 2021. Mayfield, selected first overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, spent the […] The post Buccaneeers’ Baker Mayfield addresses Kevin Stefanski question with cold response appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Atlanta's win over previously unbeaten San Francisco has one NFL insider reconsidering what the future could hold at quarterback. The post Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. Draws Telling Long-Term Prediction From NFL Insider appeared first on HEAVY.

The Atlanta Falcons are one of the most inconsistent and unpredictable teams in the NFL through the first half of the season. Earlier in the year, they went into Green Bay and hammered the Packers 35-14. While they followed that with another road victory over the New Orleans Saints, they lost consecutive home games to […] The post Kevin Stefanski makes sure to credit Falcons fans for showing out vs. 49ers after Bears debacle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

T.J. Houshmandzadeh makes his opinion on Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski crystal clear as the Falcons grapple with an identity crisis.

Three-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Za’Darius Smith was expected to sign with the Cleveland Browns. However, it turns out the Atlanta Falcons are trying to bring him in. On Monday, Atlanta worked out Smith, which comes one day after Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com reported that Smith was expected to sign with the Browns. It’s … The post Za’Darius Smith works out for 1 team despite expected Browns signing appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

One thing the Atlanta Falcons must settle is their quarterback position if they want to have a playoff-bound season. But they also need help from the young guys. And here is the Falcons’ rookie who stood out the most in the 2026 minicamp. The Falcons didn’t have a first-round pick in the draft, and they selected a […] The post 1 Falcons rookie who stood out most in 2026 minicamp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

A source close to Browns QB Deshaun Watson stated that former head coach Kevin Stefanski's scheme did not fit his style.

Deion Sanders has a message for new Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken after being left unimpressed by Kevin Stefanski's treatment of his son, Shedeur Sanders

Deion Sanders has a direct message for Browns head coach Todd Monken, and it’s a shot at Kevin Stefanski’s handling of Shedeur Sanders A to Z Sports

An ESPN insider does not expect Mike McCarthy to earn his first home win in Pittsburgh for several weeks. The post Steelers Get Ugly Prediction After 2026 NFL Schedule Release appeared first on HEAVY.

Zachariah Branch and Cash Jones spent a year together at the University of Georgia and are both preparing for their rookie campaign with the Atlanta Falcons, but their bond could get even stronger following the latest development. Evidently, these two speedsters will be playing the same position moving forward. Branch revealed at rookie minicamp that […] The post Falcons’ Zachariah Branch reveals Cash Jones position change at rookie minicamp appeared first on ClutchPoints.


A proposed trade scenario could bring a familiar face to Atlanta as the Falcons reshape their quarterback room under Kevin Stefanski. The post Falcons Trade Idea Reunites Browns 7-TD QB With Kevin Stefanski appeared first on HEAVY.

With Kevin Stefanski now calling the shots in Atlanta, one analyst wants the Falcons to trade for a playmaker who is familiar with the HC.

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski confirms Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. are fighting for jobs in the quarterback battle.
