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Cooper Rush to reportedly start for Falcons in Week 1 after Tua Tagovailoa sustained injury in practice

The Atlanta Falcons will turn to Cooper Rush as their starting quarterback for their regular-season kickoff against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rush, formerly with the Dallas Cowboys, takes over after…

NFL · 52d ago

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Week 1 NFL schedule, inactives, live updates: Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. out, Cooper Rush starts for Falcons with Tua Tagovailoa injured

Atlanta faces an unexpected quarterback dilemma entering their Week 1 clash against Pittsburgh to kick off the 2026 season. With Tua Tagovailoa sidelined by an oblique ailment and Michael Penix Jr.…

NFL · 52d ago

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Steelers Week 2 power rankings roundup: Any love for Pittsburgh after beating Cooper Rush?

Following a victory over an opponent led by Cooper Rush, the Pittsburgh Steelers have become a focal point in the Week 2 power rankings landscape. Evaluators are weighing how much credit the…

NFL · 50d ago

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Falcons to start Cooper Rush vs. Panthers as Michael Penix Jr. continues recovery

Cooper Rush is slated to be under center for Atlanta in their upcoming clash with Carolina after handling the starting offensive snaps during Friday's practice session. The assignment comes as…

NFL · 47d ago

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Cooper Rush seems likely to start at QB for Falcons vs. Panthers

Cooper Rush appears poised to remain under center for the Atlanta Falcons in their upcoming matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Atlanta originally brought in the veteran signal-caller on July 29,…

NFL · 50d ago

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Cooper Rush is dealing with back spasms, Falcons still expect him to start Sunday

Cooper Rush is currently hampered by back spasms, creating another injury concern under center for Atlanta. Despite the physical issue, the Falcons anticipate that he will be in the lineup to start…

NFL · 53d ago

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Cooper Rush aggravates back, still expected to start in season opener

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush is on track to take the field as the starter for the opening week against the Pittsburgh Steelers, despite dealing with a back issue that flared up. The former…

NFL · 53d ago

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Cooper Rush puts up a dud in Week 1 versus the Steelers

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush endured a difficult season debut against the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighted by a costly interception returned for a touchdown that left the passer visibly…

NFL · 52d ago

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Cooper Rush is starting against the Steelers — but will it actually change the Falcons’ game plan?

Atlanta has elevated Cooper Rush into the starting quarterback role for their 2026 season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The sudden roster shakeup comes after projected starter Tua…

NFL · 53d ago

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Kevin Stefanski told Cooper Rush: Get the ball out quickly to our playmakers

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski has outlined a straightforward assignment for Cooper Rush as the quarterback takes the field for today's contest. The offensive game plan centers on…

NFL · 52d ago

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Falcons sign QB Andy Dalton and release Cooper Rush

The Atlanta Falcons have made a surprising move in their quarterback depth chart, signing veteran Andy Dalton to a contract while releasing Cooper Rush. Dalton, a 39-year-old free agent who recently…

NFL · 16d ago

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Steelers star T.J. Watt stuns Cooper Rush, joins Julius Peppers with historic pick 6 in win over Falcons

Pittsburgh edge rusher T.J. Watt decisively shifted momentum late on Sunday, intercepting an attempt by Cooper Rush right in the quarterback's face and carrying it 35 yards into the end zone. That…

NFL · 52d ago

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Steelers star T.J. Watt stuns Cooper Rush, joins Julius Peppers with historic pick 6 in matchup vs. Falcons

Pittsburgh edge rusher T.J. Watt made a stunning defensive play on Sunday afternoon, intercepting a pass right in front of Atlanta passer Cooper Rush and running it back for a touchdown. The…

NFL · 52d ago

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Week 1 NFL scores, live updates: Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. out, Cooper Rush starts for Falcons with Tua Tagovailoa injured

Atlanta faces serious quarterback instability heading into its Week 1 road battle against Pittsburgh to kick off the 2026 campaign. Starting signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa has been sidelined due to a…

NFL · 52d ago

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Falcons rule out Tua Tagovailoa against Steelers, Cooper Rush to start at quarterback

The Atlanta Falcons will be without Tua Tagovailoa for their upcoming matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The quarterback sustained damage to his oblique during a Thursday practice session, leading…

NFL · 54d ago

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Michael Penix Jr. injury update as Falcons QB practices ahead of Week 2

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has logged a full practice session as he attempts to return from a season-ending knee injury suffered in 2025. Though Penix took reps on a side field…

NFL · 48d ago

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Bijan Robinson carries Atlanta's offense in Week 1 loss

Atlanta kicked off the 2026 NFL campaign with a 20-13 road defeat against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Running back Bijan Robinson provided the bright spots for the Falcons, logging their opening…

NFL · 52d ago

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Drake London held in check by the Steelers in Week 1

Atlanta opened its campaign on a sour note, falling 20-13 against Pittsburgh in Week 1. Primary pass-catcher Drake London was largely neutralized by the opposing defense, seeing scarce involvement in…

NFL · 52d ago

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Falcons vs Steelers Week 1 postgame show: QB play tanks a winnable game

The Atlanta Falcons began their 2026 campaign with a 20-13 road defeat against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on September 13. Atlanta entered the season opener severely depleted under…

NFL · 52d ago

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Falcons – Steelers Week 1 fan discussion

The Atlanta Falcons travel to Acrisure Stadium for a 1 p.m. Eastern kickoff against the Pittsburgh Steelers to begin the 2026 NFL campaign. Both teams enter transitional periods, with Pittsburgh…

NFL · 52d ago

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Cowboys poach RB Tyler Goodson off Falcons practice squad

Dallas has strengthened its backfield depth by signing running back Tyler Goodson directly from Atlanta's practice squad to the 53-man roster. Prior to the transaction, Goodson had recorded a…

NFL · 50d ago

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Falcons at Steelers instant recap: A new season features a familiar sort of falling short

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 20-13 victory over the visiting Atlanta Falcons in their season opener, marking a winning debut for head coach Mike McCarthy in his reunion with quarterback Aaron…

NFL · 52d ago

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3 takeaways as Mike McCarthy transforms Steelers offense in win vs Falcons

Mike McCarthy kicked off his tenure as head coach of Pittsburgh with a 20-13 triumph against Atlanta in Week 1 of the 2026 campaign. Reunited with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy watched his…

NFL · 52d ago

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NFL Week 2 odds, picks: Jets continue to stay frisky, while Baker Mayfield torches former Browns team

Evaluating Week 1 results heading into the next round of NFL action, Tyler Sullivan compiled a 13-3 straight-up tally and a 9-7 mark against the spread, while going 2-3 on top lock selections after…

NFL · 49d ago

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Falcons Opening Drive: Week 1 is not the time for the Falcons to panic

The Atlanta Falcons began their campaign with a 20-13 road defeat against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on September 13, 2026. Backup quarterback Cooper Rush was thrust into the…

NFL · 51d ago

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The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: Key players stumble on opening day

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush experienced a turbulent franchise debut during a 20-13 road defeat against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Pushed into the starting role roughly…

NFL · 49d ago

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Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Steelers

Atlanta faces an unexpected hurdle under center heading into their Sunday afternoon opener against Pittsburgh at Acrisure Stadium, set for a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff on September 13, 2026. A Thursday…

NFL · 52d ago

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Michael Penix Jr. has completely revived the Falcons' offense. Can it continue after a hot start?

The Atlanta Falcons' offense has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent weeks, shifting from one of the league’s worst to its most explosive unit. After scoring just 16 points and failing to…

NFL · 29d ago

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Week 2 Snap Reactions: Falcons continue to flail

The Atlanta Falcons suffered an abysmal thirty-four to three defeat against the Carolina Panthers during their home opener on September 20, 2026. Starting quarterback Cooper Rush struggled…

NFL · 45d ago

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Last minute best bets for NFL Week 2: Patriots bounce back vs. Steelers, Eagles cover as road favorites

Football analysts have released their top wagers for Week 2, highlighting several key matchups across the league. In one notable projection, the Carolina Panthers are favored by 2.5 points against…

NFL · 46d ago