The Atlanta Falcons were early winners of the 2025 NFL schedule release, crafting a Falcons-themed homage to Mario Kart 64. Players like quarterback Michael Penix Jr., running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London were given their own versions of a Mario Kart to race through the schedule reveal.

Will this be the year the Atlanta Falcons end a seven-year playoff drought? The team enters the 2025 campaign with plenty of optimism in that regard. Michael Penix Jr. impressed after taking over for Kirk Cousins last season,

ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Falcons only had five draft picks, but they bolstered their defense in Round 1 with Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, then traded with the Rams to land James Pearce Jr. at No. 26. Here's a closer at each of Atlanta's selections:

The Atlanta Falcons have the No. 15 pick in the NFL draft. Here are the Falcons 2025 NFL Draft picks, with grades and analysis.

The Atlanta Falcons have the 15th ... The Falcons own just five picks in the seven-round draft. Every pick in the seven-round NFL Draft. NFL Draft 2025 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler ...

The Los Angeles Rams finally know when they will play each of their opponents in 2025 after the NFL released the complete regular-season schedule. They open the year against two AFC South teams before visiting the defending Super Bowl champions, ending the season against the Atlanta Falcons and Arizona Cardinals in the final two weeks.

The NFL has loosened its restrictions on uniforms in 2025, allowing teams more flexibility to wear alternate jerseys and throwback helmets. Some have speculated the team could add new uniforms this season. ESPN's Marc Raimondi asked Falcons vice President of Football Communication David Bassity, who gave a vague answer.

The Falcons have signed first round picks Walker and Pearce to fully guaranteed rookie contracts. Walker was chosen with the 15th pick out of Georgia and Pearce was chosen 26th out of Tennessee.