Hayden Hurst
FILE - Washington defensive back Kyler Gordon participates in a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, March 6, 2022. Gordon is a potential pick for the Cincinnati Bengals in next week’s NFL draft as the team seeks depth at the cornerback position. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Super Bowl runner-up Bengals seeking cornerbacks, line depth

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 02:07 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota, left, and Feleipe Franks participate in an offseason conditioning program at the Atlanta Falcons practice facility Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (Jason Getz/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
With QB decision in spotlight, Falcons need WR, edge rusher

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:53 AM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 13, 2021, file photo, Dallas Cowboys' La'el Collins walks off the field during a preseason NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. The Dallas Cowboys are releasing right tackle La'el Collins in the second cost-cutting move involving one of their starters on offense, a person with knowledge of the decision said Thursday, March 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
La’el Collins is latest prize in Bengals' O-line rebuild

By Mitch Stacy Mar. 21, 2022 01:46 PM EDT

Bengals sign Cappa, Karras to bolster struggling O-line

Mar. 18, 2022 05:27 PM EDT
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals made it official with two players they hope will bolster their struggling offensive line, signing Alex Cappa from the Tampa...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the 2022 season for betting on NFL games in the 2021 season. The suspension announced by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday, March 7, 2022, is for activity that took place while Ridley was away from the team while addressing mental health concerns. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Ridley suspension for '22 makes WR area of need for Falcons

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 11:46 AM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram hands a ball to a fan before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 04:11 PM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill (7) and running back Alvin Kamara (41) celebrate their touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Saints expect to be 'peeking' at scoreboard against Falcons

By Charles Odum Jan. 06, 2022 12:26 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons' Kyle Pitts (8) runs away from Buffalo Bills' Dane Jackson (30) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
With another losing record, Falcons can start looking ahead

By Charles Odum Jan. 03, 2022 02:29 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) scores a touchdown against Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Oluokun's last-minute pick saves Falcons' win over Lions

By Charles Odum Dec. 26, 2021 04:03 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons long snapper Josh Harris signs autographs before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 12:35 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson, middle right, is tackled at the goal line by San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Kevin Givens, middle, and middle linebacker Fred Warner, right, during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Atlanta Falcons at San Francisco 49ers 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 04:23 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst scores past Carolina Panthers defensive back Myles Hartsfield during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Ryan, Falcons stay hot on the road, beat Panthers 29-21

By Steve Reed Dec. 12, 2021 04:16 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton warms up before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers 12/12/2021

Dec. 12, 2021 12:19 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) passes in the pocket against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons look to keep road success alive at Carolina

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2021 01:31 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, right, watches play against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Latest demoralizing loss exposes Falcons' depth issues

By Charles Odum Nov. 19, 2021 04:49 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is sacked by New England Patriots nose tackle Davon Godchaux (92) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons' slumping offense handed first shutout in 6 years

By Charles Odum Nov. 19, 2021 01:09 AM EST

Falcons' thin offense has Patterson inactive vs. Patriots

Nov. 18, 2021 07:16 PM EST
ATLANTA (AP) — Running back Cordarrelle Patterson is inactive for Atlanta against the New England Patriots on Thursday night, taking one of the Falcons' most...

Falcons place TE Hurst, LB Bates on IR before game vs Pats

Nov. 18, 2021 04:56 PM EST
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons made several roster moves ahead of Thursday night's game against the New England Patriots, including tight end Hayden Hurst...

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton celebrates after a Panthers touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 18, 2021 12:46 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is sacked by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Dorance Armstrong (92) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Streaking Patriots look for 5th straight win vs Falcons

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2021 02:23 PM EST