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Falcons Falcons S Jessie Bates III was voted as the fifth-best safety in a poll of NFL coaches and execs: “Instincts and ball skills have allowed him to play at a high level for a long time,” an NFL coordinator said. “That’s why his game is aging well. He’s just got a knack for b…
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday, several Atlanta Falcons players recently spent time honoring those serving overseas. Safety Jessie Bates III, defensive lineman Zach Harrison, rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker, and former Falcons grea…
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. For the first time in several years, the Falcons’ defense…
The San Francisco 49ers have Raheem Morris as their defensive coordinator. As a result, could the Niners find a way to reunite him with a former player of his on the Atlanta Falcons?San Francisco’s safety position has several question marks heading into the 2026 NFL season, and 4…
The New York Jets trading for Atlanta Falcons three-time All-Pro DB Jessie Bates would be a mistake for the green and white. The post Jets Should Avoid 3-Time All-Pro Trade Suggestion appeared first on HEAVY.
On Sunday Sept. 13, the Atlanta Falcons will open up the 2026 NFL season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Before the season starts though, the Falcons are being urged to lock up a key cog on the defensive side of the ball. Atlanta Falcons Urged to Extend Jessie Bates …
A.J. Terrell, Xavier Watts, and Jessie Bates were vital pieces of the secondary, James Pearce Jr.’s sack total turned heads, and Brandon Dorlus and Zach Harrison flourished. The most critical defensive player, however, was probably Kaden Elliss. Elliss had to wear that hat among …
With the decline in INTS, DBs with 40+ have become near extinct in the modern NFL. With Harrison Smith's release (he has 39), Byard, who turns 33 before the season, is the last active candidate who's a reasonable bet to join the club. He's on a 1 year deal with NE, and even thoug…
Ever since Jessie Bates III walked in free agency in March of 2023, the Bengals’ safety room has been lacking a leader, in addition to general talent. From Dax Hill to Jordan Battle to Geno Stone, replacing Bates has been anything but successful and seamless. The Bengals even bro…