Most mock drafts for the Falcons anticipate the team securing one of the top defensive prospects in the 2024 class, such as Dallas Turner, Jared Verse, Laiatu Latu, or Terrion Arnold. Given the likelihood of quarterbacks being chosen in the first three picks, the Falcons are expected to have their choice of premier defensive talents….
Falcons enthusiasts got their initial exposure to their freshly appointed coordinators and a reunion with a familiar figure. Raheem Morris opted to keep Marquice Williams on board as the special teams’ coach, a remnant from Arthur Smith’s coaching staff. Alongside the newcomers, coordinators Zac Robinson and Jimmy Lake, Morris convened with the Atlanta media for…
Atlanta Falcons legend, former Most Valuable Player, and current CBS Sports NFL analyst Matt Ryan recently discussed Falcons owner Arthur Blank’s decision to hire Raheem Morris instead of Bill Belichick as Atlanta’s next head coach in an interview with Ryan Gaydos of Fox News Digital. Ryan acknowledged that there was consideration given to what Belichick…
When Raheem Morris concluded his interim coaching role with the Atlanta Falcons in 2020, he felt a need for personal growth but wasn’t sure where to start. However, during his subsequent three-year tenure as the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, Morris had a revelation. Witnessing the seamless collaboration between head coach Sean McVay…
On February 5, 2017, Raheem Morris found himself on the sidelines of Super Bowl LI as an assistant coach for the Falcons, witnessing their commanding 28-3 lead over the New England Patriots, only to experience the infamous turnaround. Exactly seven years later, Morris, now the Falcons head coach, expressed his readiness for redemption. Reflecting on…
The Falcons have announced the addition of six new assistant coaches to their staff: 1. Tim Berbenich joins as a pass game specialist/game management coach. While he did not coach in 2023, his most recent role was as the Texans’ tight ends coach in 2022. Berbenich began his NFL coaching career as an offensive assistant…
On Thursday, the Atlanta Falcons completed their coaching staff by filling the remaining offensive position with the appointment of Kevin Koger as the tight ends coach. Koger, formerly with the Los Angeles Chargers in the same role, takes over from Justin Peelle under the leadership of new head coach Raheem Morris. This marks the second…
The Atlanta Falcons possess a well-rounded roster showcasing talent on both offense and defense. However, their challenges at the crucial quarterback position significantly hindered their overall performance during the recent season. Despite having better alternatives available, the Falcons opted to evaluate second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder, whose struggles throughout the season proved detrimental to the team…
The Pittsburgh Steelers made a significant announcement on Tuesday, revealing that they have appointed Arthur Smith, the former head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, as their new offensive coordinator. Smith, who served as the Falcons’ head coach for three years, compiling a record of 21-30, also took on the role of the team’s offensive playcaller….
A week ago, it appeared imminent that the former head coach of the New England Patriots and widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history, Bill Belichick, would be named the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. Despite flying into Atlanta for a second interview earlier in the week, the expected announcement…