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Falcons RB Cordarrelle Patterson being evaluated for concussion

Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson left the game to be evaluated for a concussion.

The Atlanta Falcons entered Week 5 without their two starting wide receivers, and on the team’s first drive, running back Cordarrelle Patterson left the game to be evaluated for a concussion.

Patterson, who’s been the team’s most valuable offensive player, converted an Atlanta fourth-down attempt and had 18 rushing yards on the first drive.

Stay tuned for more injury updates from Sunday’s game in London.

Falcons highlights: Cordarrelle Patterson hauls in third TD of game

After reeling in two first-half touchdowns against Washington, Patterson caught a third score in the third quarter.

Have yourself a day, Cordarrelle Patterson! The Falcons landed themselves a gem this past offseason by signing Patterson to a one-year deal. After reeling in two first-half touchdowns against Washington, Patterson caught a third score in the third quarter.

Watch Patterson catch his third touchdown of the game, as shared by the team’s Twitter account below. The Falcons attempted a 2-point conversion following the score but failed. I hope you started the Falcons running back in fantasy this week.

I hope you started the Falcons running back in fantasy this week.

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Falcons highlights: Cordarrelle Patterson catches second TD

The Falcons ended the first half with a crucial two-minute drive to take 17-13 lead over Washington.

The Falcons ended the first half with a crucial two-minute drive to take 17-13 lead over Washington. Quarterback Matt Ryan found running back Cordarrelle Patterson for a 12-yard touchdown. It was Ryan’s second touchdown pass to Patterson in the first half alone.

Watch as the Falcons score before halftime below, as shared by the team’s Twitter account.

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Falcons injury update: CB Isaiah Oliver doubtful to return

Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver left the game against Washington in the first half and is doubtful to return

Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver left the game against Washington in the first half and is doubtful to return, per team reporter Tori McElhaney. Oliver, who’s come on strong this season after moving the nickel spot, suffered a knee injury.

Currently, the Falcons hold a 10-0 lead over Washington with ten minutes left in the second quarter.

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Falcons get roasted on Twitter for hyping Week 3 uniforms

The Falcons will wear their white uniforms during Sunday’s game against the Giants, but fans didn’t feel like talking about it Friday.

The Atlanta Falcons will wear their white uniforms during Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, but the fanbase didn’t feel like talking about it on Friday afternoon.

A story shared by the team’s Twitter account previewing this weekend’s uniform selection was harshly rejected by the fans, who were more concerned with Atlanta’s 0-2 record heading into Week 3.

Falcons to sign punter Dustin Colquitt

On Tuesday, ESPN’s Field Yates reported that the team will sign former Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt.

The Atlanta Falcons had a nice run going in the second half of Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but a three-point deficit quickly ballooned into a 23-point loss after numerous miscues. Among those costly plays were two shanked punts by Cameron Nizialek.

On Tuesday, ESPN’s Field Yates reported that the team will sign former Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt.

Colquitt, 39, is a two-time Pro Bowler, and Super Bowl champion. He’s been in the league since 2005 when he was drafted in the third round by the Kansas City Chiefs. Colquitt spent 15 seasons in Kansas City before playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers in 2020.

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Falcons CB A.J. Terrell leaves game with possible head injury

Falcons CB A.J. Terrell was having a nice game against the Buccaneers in Week 2 before leaving the game to be evaluated for a head injury.

Falcons second-year cornerback A.J. Terrell was having a nice game against the Buccaneers in Week 2 before leaving the game to be evaluated for a head injury in the third quarter.

Terrell helped the Falcons get the ball back after making a spectacular pass breakup on Tampa Bay latest third-quarter drive. Atlanta just scored to make it a 28-23 Bucs lead as the third quarter winds down.

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Falcons injury update: WR Russell Gage questionable to return

After Steven Means walked off gingerly late in the first quarter, wide receiver Russell Gage limped off the field in the second.

The Falcons are fighting back against the Buccaneers in the second quarter, but have now seen two players leave the game. After Steven Means walked off gingerly late in the first quarter, wide receiver Russell Gage limped off the field in the second.

Gage headed to the locker room, which isn’t as concerning as it sounds since the first half is wrapping up. He’s considered questionable to return with an ankle injury.

The Falcons currently trail 14-7 to the Buccaneers.

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NFC South news roundup: Week 2 edition

Check out our latest news roundup from the rest of the NFC South heading into Week 2.

The Falcons got off to a slow start as they were the only NFC South team to record a loss on opening day. Their Week 2 matchup is a tough one as they travel to Tampa Bay to take on the 1-0 Buccaneers. Atlanta is currently a 12.5-point underdog for Sunday’s game

Check out our latest news roundup from the rest of the NFC South heading into Week 2.

Looking at Falcons’ highest and lowest PFF grades from Week 1

Three Falcons players posted a Pro Football Focus grade lower than 30 in Sunday’s game.

There was a lot of bad in the Falcons’ season-opening loss, and unfortunately, very few bright spots. Three players posted a Pro Football Focus grade lower than 30 in Sunday’s game.

Before we turn our focus to Atlanta’s Week 2 matchup against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, let’s look at the team’s Week 1 PFF grades.