In Dean Pees' first season as defensive coordinator in Atlanta, the Falcons ranked near the bottom in most categories. However, the Falcons didn't allow a pass play of 40-plus yards (No. 1 in NFL) and gave up 51 pass plays of 20-plus yards (15th).

The Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with defensive tackle Grady Jarrett on a three-year extension worth up to $51 million. Jarrett's new deal lowers his cap number for the 2022 season.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2021 NFL season.

The NBA's conference finals are chock-full of new blood. This got Adam Schein thinking about the 12 NFL teams that have never won a Super Bowl. Who has the best chance to hoist that first Lombardi Trophy at the end of the 2021 season? Check out the rankings.

The Falcons look unstoppable -- provided they keep Julio Jones. Can Sam Darnold elevate the Panthers' offense? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC South.

Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers highlight the rosters for the 2021 Pro Bowl. Check out the complete AFC and NFC rosters.

Should the Falcons hang on to Matt Ryan? How can the Texans maximize Deshaun Watson? Gil Brandt spells out paths to competitiveness for Atlanta and Houston.

Gil Brandt lists the top 10 offensive-defensive duos in the NFL. Where do Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and safety Tyrann Mathieu rank?

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2020 NFL season.

Chad Reuter reveals his quick-snap grades for all 32 teams based on their decisions from Day 2 of the 2020 NFL Draft. The Eagles surprised with their Jalen Hurts pick, but was it a smart move?

From pick No. 1 (LSU QB Joe Burrow) to No. 255 (South Carolina RB Rico Dowdle), Chad Reuter reveals his seven-round mock of the 2020 NFL Draft, which includes the Saints moving up 14 spots for Drew Brees' successor.

With the 2020 NFL Draft right around the corner, Charley Casserly digs into the men who'll be making the selections. What does each general manager's track record look like? Here are the best picks, value picks and tendencies for everyone.

Dante Fowler is coming off his best season in the NFL, but after signing a three-year, $45 million deal in Atlanta, Fowler knows he needs to double-down on that production.

In his first mock draft post-free agency, Charles Davis reacts to the flurry of roster moves from March with several changes throughout Round 1, including the Patriots now selecting a QB at No. 23 and the Vikings investing in a receiver at No. 25.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported that the Falcons are expected to sign pass rusher Dante Fowler, per a source informed of the pact.

Falcons LB Deion Jones is one of the more athletic defenders in the NFL, but assistant head coach Jeff Ulbrich believes there's room for the 25-year-old to become the league's best overall.

Entering the 2020 offseason, Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff has some decisions to make with Atlanta's top-heavy roster but he is disputing the notion that the team is in a dire situation.

Allen Robinson might not have made the Pro Bowl -- but he still had a heck of a 2019 with the Chicago Bears. Adam Rank sings the praises of one unsung hero on each NFC team.

The Associated Press revealed its 2019 NFL All-Pro Teams on Friday, the list is highlight by Baltimore Ravens QB and MVP front-runner Lamar Jackson.

Chris Wesseling built a defensive All-Pro team with his seasoned eye, while Nick Shook studied the Next Gen Stats. See where they agree (Aaron Donald) and differ (Grady Jarrett).

Will the Cowboys clinch the NFC East on Eagles soil? Can the Titans earn a statement win over the Saints? Packers or Vikings in a massive divisional bout on Monday night? Gregg Rosenthal predicts every Week 16 game.

Who'll prevail in an electric quarterbacking showdown between Deshaun Watson and Lamar Jackson? Are the Pats going to flip the Super Bowl LII script on the Eagles? Gregg Rosenthal predicts every Week 11 game.

Which pick in the 2020 NFL Draft does your team hold, and what are the top needs for all 32 clubs? Have a look at where things stand for every squad coming out of Week 10.

Lamar Jackson was perfect again, Jamal Adams was a man on a mission and Patrick Mahomes' return ended in defeat. Here's what we learned from the Week 10 slate on Sunday.

Week 8 is here! Check out the full tally of the official injury report and gameday designations for all 13 Sunday games.

See what changes the Atlanta Falcons made to their roster this past off-season along with predictions on their best and worst case scenarios.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett says to get extension with Falcons with new coach, GM means the world.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett agrees to a three-year, $51 million extension with the Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett hosts a youth football camp back where it all started and shares why pouring into the community is so important to him.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett is a blur entering the backfield for a key fourth-down stop.

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Grady Jarrett plows through the New York Giants OL for a sack.

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Grady Jarrett has been voted as the No. 54 player in the NFL on the "Top 100 Players of 2021" rankings.

Atlanta Falcons DT Grady Jarrett joins "Good Morning Football" and discusses what he learned from training with Ray Lewis growing up.

Introducing the 2021 Pro Bowl defensive linemen for AFC and NFC.

Watch the full highlights from the Week 15 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Atlanta Falcons in the 2020 NFL season.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett sacks New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill.

PFF reveals the highest-graded player on every team through the first 10 weeks of the 2020 season.

Watch the full game highlights of the Week 9 matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Atlanta Falcons.

Watch the best defensive plays of Week 8.

Watch the highlights from the Week 8 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers during the 2020 NFL season.

'Real Talk with the NFL': Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett talks about the importance of voting with Kimmi Chex.

Check out the best plays from the Atlanta Falcons defense vs. the Minnesota Vikings in Week 6.

The Atlanta Falcons defense swarms Minnesota Vikings running back Mike Boone in the backfield to complete the goal-line stand.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarret tackles Chicago Bears running back Cordarrelle Patterson for a loss.

Watch highlights from the Week 2 game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Dallas Cowboys.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett recovers Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliot's fumble.

Watch highlights from the Week 1 matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the Atlanta Falcons during the 2020 NFL season.

Birds of prey: Atlanta Falcons defensive end Dante Fowler and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett combine for Falcons' third sack of first half.

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett discusses how his team can keep up the late-season momentum they had 2019 and carry that into 2020.

Watch the best plays from the top 100 players ranked 100 to 91.