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Cole Thompson

Cole Thompson

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Cole Thompson is a sports writer and columnist covering the NFL and college sports for SI's Fan Nation. A 2016 graduate from The University of Alabama, follow him on Twitter @MrColeThompson

'Need To Get Cleaned Up': Falcons QB Desmond Ridder Far From Satisfied In Jets Loss
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'Need To Get Cleaned Up': Falcons QB Desmond Ridder Far From Satisfied In Jets Loss

Desmond Ridder is holding himself to a starter's standard in the preseason loss to the New York Jets.

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Falcons Coach Arthur Smith 'Very Pleased' With Rookie Pass Rushers
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Falcons Coach Arthur Smith 'Very Pleased' With Rookie Pass Rushers

Atlanta Falcons outside linebackers Arnold Ebiketie and DeAngelo Malone are hoping for more quality results against the New York Jets Monday.

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Desmond Ridder Comeback Win: Falcons Look Into Franchise Future?
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Desmond Ridder Comeback Win: Falcons Look Into Franchise Future?

Desmond Ridder's game-winning drive might just be a glimpse into the Falcons future.

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Mr. Versatility: Why Grady Jarrett's Role Could Dictate Falcons Defensive Front
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Mr. Versatility: Why Grady Jarrett's Role Could Dictate Falcons Defensive Front

Now viewed as a chess piece, defensive lineman Grady Jarrett could hold the key to the Falcons' success in the trenches

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Malone Magic: Could Third-Round Rookie Pass Rusher Be Falcons X-Factor?
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Malone Magic: Could Third-Round Rookie Pass Rusher Be Falcons X-Factor?

Third-rounder DeAngelo Malone could be the outside linebacker needed for the Atlanta Falcons' defense in 2022

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New Energy: Why Falcons CB A.J. Terrell Can Feel New Flame in Year 3
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New Energy: Why Falcons CB A.J. Terrell Can Feel New Flame in Year 3

A.J. Terrell can feel the new energy filling up the Atlanta Falcons' locker room entering the second week of training camp

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Culture-Setter: Why Former First-Round LB Rashaan Evans Chose Falcons
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Culture-Setter: Why Former First-Round LB Rashaan Evans Chose Falcons

After putting up career numbers with defensive coordinator Dean Pees, new Atlanta Falcons linebacker Rashaan Evans wanted similar results in a new city

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Taysom Hill 2.0?: How Falcons Plan to Use Versatile QB
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Taysom Hill 2.0?: How Falcons Plan to Use Versatile QB

Feleipe Franks is expected to see reps at both quarterback and tight end during training camp for the Atlanta Falcons

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What's Falcons Biggest Question Mark Entering Training Camp?
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What's Falcons Biggest Question Mark Entering Training Camp?

While the rebuilding Atlanta Falcons have questions across the board, one major flaw outweighs the rest.

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Marcus Mariota: Falcons Future Franchise QB?
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Marcus Mariota: Falcons Future Franchise QB?

Marcus Mariota might have a previous relationship with Arthur Smith, but there's much to prove with him as Atlanta's long-term quarterback.

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Falcons Prove Lack of Maturity If Trading For 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo
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Falcons Prove Lack of Maturity If Trading For 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo

The Atlanta Falcons would be taking a massive step back should they trade for Jimmy Garoppolo

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Arnold Ebiketie Prediction: Could Rookie Lead Falcons in Sacks?
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Arnold Ebiketie Prediction: Could Rookie Lead Falcons in Sacks?

These three players like we have the best shot to lead the Falcons in sacks come 2022

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