It was a forgettable day for the Falcons against Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos in week 11.
The Atlanta Falcons suffered a brutal loss to the Denver Broncos 38-6. Fantasy goodness was the furthest thing from the menu for Falcons players. Bo Nix carried the day for the Broncos with an 85% completion percentage against the banged up Falcons defense.
The Falcons were shut out of reaching the end zone on Sunday. Kirk Cousins managed 173 passing yards, 0 touchdown passes, and threw an interception. Drake London had a respectable 3 catches for 61 yards. London’s wide receiver counterpart Darnell Mooney left the game early with a hamstring injury.
Bijan Robinson had his 5 game streak of 100 total yards or more snapped. Bijan, who is agnostic to game script saw his opportunities slip away as the game wore on. Kyle Pitts managed 1 reception for 9 yards much to the chagrin of his fantasy managers.
The Falcons mercifully have a week 12 bye. Their fantasy football playoff schedule will certainly make this week 11 debacle a distant memory. From weeks 15-17 the Falcons will play on the road against the Raiders, home versus the Giants, and square off in Washington against the Commanders. Up against any trade deadlines, this is the last call for scooping up Falcons players in fantasy football before they soar to new heights!
Jeremiah Retzlaff, @coachretzlaff1
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Kirk Cousins leads the Falcons to victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in week 8.
The Atlanta Falcons outlasted the Buccaneers in week 8. Kirk Cousins led the way with 276 passing yards and threw for 4 touchdown passes.
Propelling the passing game was Kyle Pitts who had 4 receptions, 91 receiving yards, and 2 touchdown receptions. Pitts 2nd touchdown was eerily close to being a fumble, however replay concluded that Pitts crossed the plane with the football. Kyle Pitts ends National Tight End week as the TE-2.
In the receiving game, Darnell Mooney led the way with 4 catches for 86 receiving yards and a touchdown reception. His counterpart Drake London had a quiet day with 4 catches for 34 yards. Darnell Mooney ends up as the WR-13 for week 8. Mooney and London both deserve to be in starting lineups in week 9.
On the ground, Bijan Robinson continues to justify his first round ADP price tag. Bijan ends up being the RB-4 on the week in PPR with 23.6 fantasy points. Tyler Allgeier remains one of the best handcuff running backs, but best left on benches in lineup leagues.
The Falcons get a juicy matchup versus the Dallas Cowboys at home in week 9. Fire up Falcons players with confidence!
Jeremiah Retzlaff, @coachretzlaff1
Despite a losing effort, there was plenty of fantasy goodness to be had from the Atlanta Falcons skill position players.
The Atlanta Falcons got trounced at home versus the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday by a score of 34-14. The Falcons were 3 point favorites throughout the week and could not manage to keep the score close.
In the box score, Kirk Cousins had a tough day as he threw for 232 yards, 1 touchdown pass, and 2 interceptions. Kirk Cousins is currently the QB-20 on the week in 4 point per passing touchdown leagues. A bright spot in the passing game was Drake London who logged 6 receptions for 63 receiving yards and a touchdown. London’s 18.3 points currently has him as the WR-7 on the week. London is a set and forget top-12 play the rest of the season.
Kyle Pitts turned in a 13.5 point performance in PPR leagues where he is the TE-7 heading into Monday Night Football. Pitts caught 7 of his 9 targets for 65 yards. Pitts is now a top-6 play on a weekly basis.
The Falcons ground game continued to show its muscle. Bijan Robinson had 23.3 fantasy points and is the current week’s RB-8. Tyler Allgeier didn’t muster much with his 23% snap share.
The Atlanta Falcons are 4-3 and will get a juicy matchup against the division rival Buccaneers in week 8. Continue to start Drake London, Kyle Pitts, and Bijan Robinson with confidence. Kirk Cousins remains a 2nd QB only in superflex leagues while Tyler Allgeier is best deployed as a stash or a desperation flex play.
-Jeremiah Retzlaff, @coachretzlaff1
Head coach Raheem Morris says that Kyle Pitts will be limited in Wednesday’s practice due to a hamstring injury.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is dealing with a hamstring injury that will limit him at practice. The news comes from head coach Raheem Morris.
This offseason has been a non-stop hype train for Atlanta Falcons weapons which include hype for Pitts alongside wide receiver Drake London and running back Bijan Robinson. The bullish nature and hope is built upon the exit of head coach Arthur Smith combined with the arrival of fantasy friendly quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Head coach Raheem Morris has publicly praised Kyle Pitts all offseason. As this is a Wednesday practice, keep an eye on whether or not Kyle Pitts gets in a limited or full practice by Friday. The Falcons play the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday in Atlanta. Should Kyle Pitts be limited or miss the game, expect Drake London and Bijan Robinson to directly benefit. Stay tuned for late week practice reports.
Rondale Moore suffered a knee injury that will end his season.
Falcons wide receiver Rondale Moore is out for the season after suffering a knee-injury. The 4th year wide receiver has struggled to lift off in his short career.
This is a disappointing outcome for a player who was looking to benefit from a change in scenery. Just a week ago, Rondale Moore was reportedly pushing for the slot role and drawing praise from head coach Raheem Morris. Given the minor investment in Rondale Moore via a trade with Arizona Cardinals, don’t expect a big time acquisition to replace Rondale Moore.
Keep an eye on training camp reports for Casey Washington and Ray-Ray McCloud III and expect a lower tiered wide receiver to join the fold. The weapons to heavily invest in the Falcons offense remain Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts with secondary levels of exposure to running back Tyler Allgeier and second receiver Darnell Mooney.
Kyle Pitts is one of the top risers in PlayerProfiler’s Dynasty Deluxe lifetime value rating for the month of August.
Kyle Pitts’ dynasty value is experiencing a significant uptick this offseason, largely due to the acquisition of Kirk Cousins. Renowned for his propensity to target tight ends, Cousins has a proven track record of elevating the position. His tenure in Minnesota, which included multiple top-four finishes for T.J. Hockenson, underscores this ability. With Cousins now at the helm of the Falcons’ offense, Pitts stands to reap the benefits of increased target volume.
Combined with Atlanta’s shift towards a more pass-heavy approach, the stage is set for a potential breakout season for Pitts. Notably recovering from a substantial knee injury two seasons ago, Pitts is poised to regain his dominant form. As the chemistry between Cousins and Pitts develops, the likelihood of explosive plays and consistent fantasy production grows increasingly promising. These factors have collectively driven up Pitts’ dynasty value, making him an attractive acquisition for fantasy managers seeking to capitalize on his upside. While Pitts has, at times, disappointed those who believed in him, his current circumstances position him as a compelling “buy now” candidate.
