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Report: Much-maligned NFC coach unlikely to be fired

One much-criticized NFC head coach appears does not appear to be on the hot seat after all, according to a report. Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith’s job is believed to be safe, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Fowler adds that it would …

Bijan Robinson warming up with the Falcons

Arthur Smith responds to criticism of Bijan Robinson’s usage

The Atlanta Falcons have essentially refused to give rookie running back Bijan Robinson the ball when they get near the opposing team’s goal line, and head coach Arthur Smith is not about to admit that the approach has been a mistake. Robinson …

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Arthur Smith has telling quote about Falcons’ QB situation

The Atlanta Falcons may have a quarterback controversy on their hands after Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans, and coach Arthur Smith did nothing to push back on that notion on Monday. The Falcons benched starter Desmond Ridder at …

Peter Skoronski at the NFL Scouting Combine

Titans draft pick reveals he had bizarre meeting with 1 NFL coach

Peter Skoronski was widely viewed as one of the best offensive linemen available in the 2023 NFL Draft, but apparently he did not make much of an impression on the Atlanta Falcons. Skoronski, who was selected 11th overall by the Tennessee Titans, …

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Falcons’ Arthur Smith makes noteworthy Lamar Jackson admission

How much thought did the Atlanta Falcons give to pursuing Lamar Jackson? The answer may depend on who you ask. In an appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show” Friday, Falcons coach Arthur Smith suggested that the organization had discussed …

Marcus Mariota in a T-shirt

Falcons coach answers whether he considered making QB switch

Marcus Mariota struggled for the second straight game in the Atlanta Falcons’ loss to the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night, but head coach Arthur Smith insists he did not consider benching the veteran quarterback. Mariota went 19/30 for just …

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Arthur Smith has great reward for offensive linemen after upset win

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a surprise win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, which prompted coach Arthur Smith to reward some of his players in a pretty awesome way. The Falcons pulled off a 28-14 win largely on the strength of the run game, …

Arthur Smith on the field

Falcons coach has testy response to Kyle Pitts question

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith had a testy response Sunday to a question he received about Kyle Pitts. Smith’s Falcons lost 31-27 at the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday to drop to 0-2. Pitts, who was the No. 4 overall pick in last …

Arthur Smith on the field

Falcons’ Arthur Smith trashes media after Week 1 collapse

Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith was very angry after his team’s collapse against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, and he seemed to take it out on the media. The Falcons blew a 16-point fourth quarter lead against the Saints, with New …

Desmond Ridder throws a pass

Falcons coach has significant praise for rookie QB

Though Marcus Mariota is set to start for the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, his rookie backup appears to be making an impression on the team’s coaching staff. Falcons head coach Arthur Smith had notable praise for rookie Desmond Ridder after three …

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Arthur Smith explains his new beard

Arthur Smith was sporting a new look on Sunday and it coincided with his first win as a head coach. Smith was seen with the beginning stages of a beard going. His Atlanta Falcons also came back from a 0-2 start to beat the New York Giants 17-14. …

Matt LaFleur in Packers gear

Matt LaFleur responds to Arthur Smith with funny jab

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith took a hilarious shot at his friend and former colleague Matt LaFleur this week, and LaFleur wasted no time firing back. Smith, who was the tight ends coach with the Tennessee Titans when LaFleur was offensive …

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Arthur Smith had hilarious comment about Matt LaFleur

Arthur Smith had a funny comment about Matt LaFleur on Tuesday. Smith is beginning his first season as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. He was asked Tuesday for his on-field style and gave a great answer. Smith said “I don’t spend an hour looking …

Atlanta Falcons

Arthur Smith to be named Falcons head coach

The Atlanta Falcons have landed their man in their head coaching search. The Falcons announced Friday that they have agreed to terms with Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith as the team’s new head coach. The deal was confirmed …

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Report: Titans OC Arthur Smith is frontrunner for Falcons head coach job

The Atlanta Falcons may be zeroing in on their choice for the team’s new head coach. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is believed to be the frontrunner for the Falcons’ vacancy. Smith …

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Titans OC Arthur Smith expected to be hot head coaching candidate

Arthur Smith is expected to be a hot head coaching candidate when teams start looking to fill vacancies for 2021. Speaking on FOX’s pregame show prior to Thursday night’s Tennessee Titans-Indianapolis Colts game, Jay Glazer discussed …

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