Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan announced Monday that he is officially retiring from the NFL after 14 years.

Former Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson agreed to a two-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday.

Former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Van Jefferson signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday.

The Atlanta Falcons are signing wide receiver Darnell Mooney to a three-year contract, reports Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

The Atlanta Falcons have signed former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four year contract.

According to Adam Schefter, the Atlanta Falcons will release tight end Jonnu Smith.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke will not play Sunday in the team's Week 18 game against the New Orleans Saints.

The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly "hopeful" that quarterback Taylor Heinicke (ankle) will be able to play in their Week 18 game against the New Orleans Saints.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (ankle) is questionable for Week 18's contest versus the New Orleans Saints.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (ankle) was limited at practice again on Thursday for Week 18 versus the New Orleans Saints.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (ankle) will be limited at practice on Wednesday for Week 18 versus the New Orleans Saints.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder will be replaced by Taylor Heinicke as the starter in Week 16 against the Indianapolis Colts, according to multiple reports.