ATLANTA FALCONS NEWS

Dealing with shoulder issue Robinson was limited at Thursday's practice due to a shoulder injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Robinson wasn't included on Atlanta's first Week 4 practice report Wednesday, so his status in the midst of preparations for Sunday's game against the Saints has become clouded. Friday's session likely will be key for the second-year pro to enter the weekend without a designation. Through three contests this season, Robinson has averaged 4.1 yards on his 48 carries, hauled in 11 of 12 targets for 89 yards and scored one rushing touchdown.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

2024 NFL uniforms: Cowboys, Lions, more rocking different looks in Week 4

A handful of teams will be straying away from their usual looks or introduce a new uniform in Week 4, including the Cowboys and Lions.

SEPTEMBER 26

Bitter NFC South rivals meet in Atlanta when the Falcons host the New Orleans Saints

One of the NFL's most bitter rivalries resumes in Atlanta when the Falcons host the New Orleans Saints

SEPTEMBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FOX Super 6 contest: Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's NFL Week 4 picks

Enter the free NFL Week 4 Super 6 Contest for a chance to win cash prizes! And if you need help with your picks, Chris "The Bear" Fallica ha...

SEPTEMBER 26

2024 NFL Week 4 action report: Books hoping upset trend continues

It's been a difficult few weeks for the public, much to the delight of the sportsbooks, which hope the Bills, Vikings and a few others can p...

SEPTEMBER 26

Falcons vs. Saints Injury Report – Week 4, 2024

See who's in and who's out for the Week 4 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints on September 29, 2024.

SEPTEMBER 25 • DATA SKRIVE

Tallies 10 tackles Week 3 Alford finished Sunday's 22-17 loss to Kansas City with 10 tackles (seven solo).

Impact Alford was the second-leading scorer for the Falcons on Sunday behind Troy Andersen (12). After playing just 29 defensive snaps in Week 1 against the Steelers, Alford has played 98 snaps on defense over the last two regular season games and has established himself as the slot corner alongside starters A.J. Terrell and Mike Hughes. Alford has 17 tackles (12 solo) and one pass defended through the first three games of the year.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Dalman (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.

Impact Dalman suffered a high-ankle sprain, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, in the Falcons' Sunday night loss to the Chiefs. He'll now miss a minimum of four games and be eligible to return in Week 9 against the Buccaneers. While out of action, Ryan Neuzil will be asked to step in at center for Atlanta.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons place center Drew Dalman on injured reserve with ankle issue

The Atlanta Falcons have placed center Drew Dalman on injured reserve after he went down with an ankle issue in a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

SEPTEMBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre says he has Parkinson's disease

Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre told a congressional committee Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease

SEPTEMBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

QB Stock Market Week 4: Aaron Rodgers looks rejuvenated. Where’s Patrick Mahomes’ mojo?

Another wacky week for QBs was punctuated by rookie Jayden Daniels upstaging Joe Burrow. Here are Henry McKenna's latest QB rankings.

SEPTEMBER 24

Falcons squander a prime-time chance to show they're a team on the rise in the NFL

Three weeks into the season, the Atlanta Falcons had a chance to establish themselves as a team on the rise in the NFL

SEPTEMBER 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Receives good news McGary (knee) is considered day-to-day after undergoing an MRI on Monday, Jordan Schultz reports.

Impact McGary was believed to be dealing with an MCL sprain of an unknown severity, so this is good news for the Washington product. Although he'll still be considered questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Saints, he may now have a chance to play. More clarity about his status for this week should come when the team releases its first injury report Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Operates exclusively on teams Williams returned two punts for 12 yards and one kickoff for 28 yards during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact For the second time in three weeks, Williams didn't see the field on offense. He's the primary return man for Atlanta, but he ceded a kickoff to Ray-Ray McCloud versus the Chiefs. Through three games, Williams has totaled 51 punt-return yards and 50 kick-return yards.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Picks off Mahomes on SNF Simmons posted five tackles (two solo) and an interception during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Simmons recorded his first interception as a Falcon during the first quarter. He has picked off Patrick Mahomes six times in his career, including in four straight meetings between the two. No other player has intercepted the two-time MVP more than twice. Simmons was a late addition to Atlanta's defense this offseason but has fit in seamlessly, posting 13 tackles, two pass defenses and one pick while playing nearly every defensive snap through three games.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Picks off Mahomes on SNF Simmons posted five tackles (two solo) and an interception during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Simmons recorded his first interception as a Falcon during the first quarter. He has picked off Patrick Mahomes six times in his career, including in four straight meetings between the two. No other player has intercepted the two-time MVP more than twice. Simmons was a late addition to Atlanta's defense this offseason but has fit in seamlessly, posting 13 tackles and two pass defenses, including Sunday's pick, while playing nearly every defensive snap through three games.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 12 tackles Andersen recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact With Nate Landman (pectoral) on injured reserve, Andersen drew a second consecutive start and made the most of his opportunity on Sunday Night Football, finishing one tackle short of his career-high mark. Over the last two weeks, Andersen has totaled 21 stops and should remain a strong IDP option, especially in leagues prioritizing tackles.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nails 50-yarder in loss Koo made both extra-point tries and his only field-goal attempt during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Koo hasn't missed a kick this season and nailed his first attempt from 50-plus yards. Last year, the veteran kicker went just 3-for-6 from beyond 50, so his effortless boot in the fourth quarter on Sunday Night Football against the reigning champs was an encouraging sign for Koo's upside moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Season-low three targets in loss McCloud caught two of three targets for 17 yards and rushed once for 20 yards during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs. He also returned one kickoff for 28 yards.

Impact McCloud played 95 percent of the Falcons' offensive snaps but finished with season lows in targets, receptions and receiving yards. However, he somewhat salvaged the night with a 20-yard run. OC Zac Robinson has gotten McCloud involved in the running game in back-to-back games, and the wideout appears to have solidified himself as the clear No. 3 option behind Drake London and Darnell Mooney. However, Kirk Cousins has averaged only 19 completions and 209 yards per game thus far, so there isn't much to go around until Atlanta's offense starts clicking on all cylinders.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE