How it started: First jobs in football for all 32 NFL head coaches
They got coffee, cut tape, lined the field, played the "Grim Reaper," even washed cars. An NFL head coach has to start somewhere. Here are their stories.
2019 ScheduleAll times ET
2019 Schedule
7-9, 2nd in NFC South
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Falcons, LB Jones reach $57M deal through '23
Pro Bowl linebacker Deion Jones, who led the Falcons in tackles in 2016 and '17, has reached a four-year extension worth $57 million, including $34 million guaranteed.
Jarrett's work ethic led to contract extension with Falcons (1:02)
Falcons, DT Jarrett beat deadline, reach deal
The Falcons and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett reached agreement on a four-year, $68 million extension before Monday's deadline to sign franchised players.
The NFL's best and worst offensive arsenals: Barnwell's 32-1 ranking
Which team has the league's top offensive firepower? We evaluated all 32. No quarterbacks, linemen or coordinators allowed.
Barnwell: Ranking teams that missed the playoffs with Lindsay Jones
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to definitively rank all 20 teams that missed the playoffs last year for the upcoming season, including the Raiders (5:28), Lions, (14:39), Jets (25), Vikings (47:51), Panthers (53:22) and many more.
50 NFL players who could get contract extensions before training camp
Several receivers are in line for lucrative contract extensions, but they aren't alone. Here's who could get paid before training camp begins.
Rating the offseason for all 32 NFL teams: Why the Browns are on top
Did the Browns indeed have the best offseason? Which teams struggled to reach their goals? NFL Nation ranks them and looks toward training camp.
Veterans who could be cut by each of the NFL's 32 teams
Could a former first-round selection be done with the Pittsburgh Steelers? NFL Nation picks a player on each team who might not make the opening day roster.
The surprise offseason standout for all 32 teams
Randall Cobb and a 312-pound tight end lead a list of eye-opening performances from under-the-radar players this offseason.
Carolina On Our Mind
Mina and SB Nation's Charles McDonald discuss whether the Falcons (6:35), Saints (19:55), Bucs (38:57), and Panthers (48:09) will be better or worse next year. Plus, who from The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz could Mina beat in a race (34:47)?
Falcons' Jones not worried about his contract
Julio Jones said he's confident a new deal with the Falcons will get done because owner Arthur Black says it will get done.
Mandatory NFL minicamps preview: 23 more things to watch this week
Are the L.A. running backs healthy? Which receivers will emerge as trustworthy targets? Mandatory minicamps continue this week.
Falcons owner: Deals for stars 'a matter of when'
Falcons owner Arthur Blank said contract extension for Julio Jones, Grady Jarrett and Deion Jones are "just a matter of when" and "it will happen."
Progress reports for all 32 NFL first-round picks
How are the rookies drafted on Day 1 adapting to the pro game? NFL Nation reporters offer first impressions of all 32 first-round picks.
Predicting the story of the season for all 32 NFL teams
Can the Packers' new coach vibe with Aaron Rodgers? Will the Browns live the dream? These are two of NFL Nation's stories to watch in 2019.
NFL offseason agendas: Barnwell's to-do lists for all 16 NFC teams
The Cowboys have to splash the cash on two stars. The Giants need a quarterback succession plan. Here's what's on the docket for the NFC.
Scott Pioli resigns as Falcons' assistant GM
Before joining the Falcons, Scott Pioli served as the Patriots' vice president of player personnel and the Chiefs' general manager.
Falcons' Brown pays costs for infant's funeral
Falcons guard Jamon Brown paid the funeral expenses for a 1-month-old infant who was allegedly murdered by his father.
Ranking NFL QB commitment: How married all 32 teams are to their starters
Some NFL teams are married to their quarterbacks. Some are just starting to get serious. Let's evaluate every team's relationship with its starter.
2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(14) | Chris Lindstrom | OG | Boston College |
| 1(31) | Kaleb McGary | OT | Washington |
| 4(9) | Kendall Sheffield | CB | Ohio State |
| 4(33) | John Cominsky | DE | Charleston Univ |
| 5(14) | Qadree Ollison | RB | Pittsburgh |
| 5(34) | Jordan Miller | CB | Washington |
| 6(30) | Marcus Green | WR | Louisiana-Monroe |
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2018 NFC South Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 504 | 353 |
| Atlanta | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 414 | 423 |
| Carolina | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 376 | 382 |
| Tampa Bay | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 396 | 464 |
2018 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards290.8
Rushing Yards98.3
Points For25.910th
Points Against26.425th