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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The 2025 free agency period is about to begin. The moves made in the coming weeks will alter the NFL landscape and provide teams the opportunity to improve their future outlook.
The official start of the new league year is March 12 at 4 p.m. ET. At that time, free agents can officially sign contracts with new teams. The legal tampering window, a two-day period when team personnel can begin discussions with agents, starts on March 10. During this time, teams and free agents can announce they have agreed to terms on a contract, but official signings cannot be announced until after the start of the new league year.
This article is meant to serve as your go-to resource for all Falcons free agency moves and updates. Our editorial staff will update the tracker with reports and official announcements regarding any signings, extensions or other notable events involving Atlanta. We will also keep tabs on where former Falcons end up signing.
A full list of the trusted and vetted reporters we will aggregate news from can be found at the bottom of this tracker.
Bookmark this page to stay up to date on everything you need to know about the Falcons in free agency.
Editor's note: This story was last updated on Tuesday, March 11 at 4:46 p.m. ET.
EXTENDED: Long snapper Liam McCullough
Date of announcement: March 6, 2025
Resume highlights:
- McCullough joined the Falcons in 2022 and has played in every game since.
- McCullough is a former undrafted free agent out of Ohio State University.
MORE: Read full analysis here
Latest Reports
Tuesday, March 11
- EDGE Leonard Floyd signs a one-year, $10 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
- CB Mike Hughes signs a three-year, $18 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
- Former Falcons S Richie Grant signs a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
- LB Divine Deablo signs a two-year, $14 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Monday, March 10
- Former Falcons C Drew Dalman reaches agreement with Chicago Bears to become second-highest paid center in the league on a three-year, $42 million deal. First reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter.
- Longtime DT Grady Jarrett is released by the Falcons, signs three-year deal worth $43.5 million with the Chicago Bears, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Sunday, March 9
- The Falcons agree to a two-year, $45 million extension with LT Jake Matthews, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.
Thursday, March 6
- Fox Sports' Greg Auman reports the Falcons did not tender restricted free agents LB Nate Landman or DB Dee Alford.
Setting the Stage
As we wait for the first news regarding any player movement, here are a few stories about where Atlanta stands ahead of the new league year.
Who are the Falcons' free agents: You can find a full list of the team's impending free agents broken down into specific categories right here.
2024 position reviews: If you'd like to look back on how Atlanta's position groups fared during the 2024 season, you can do so here.
Falcons offseason checklist: What should the team be focused on during the next few weeks and months? We’ve got a few ideas.
Reserve/future contracts for 2025: A full list of who the Falcons have already signed to reserve/future contracts.
Free agent edge rushers for Atlanta: The Falcons are once again in the market for an edge rusher. Here are five players they could consider.
Free agent cornerbacks for Atlanta: If A.J. Terrell needs another new running mate at cornerback next season, we’ve got some ideas.
Biggest offseason needs: Our short list of the positions that should be at the top of Atlanta’s shopping list.
DISCLAIMER: The Falcons editorial staff is independently aggregating reports of signings from select reporters prior to any official announcement from the team. The full list of reporters: Adam Schefter (ESPN), Jeremy Fowler (ESPN), Dan Graziano (ESPN), Ian Rapoport (NFL Network), Tom Pelissero (NFL Network), Mike Garafolo (NFL Network), Jonathan Jones (CBS), Jay Glazer (FOX), Dianna Russini (The Athletic), Jeff Howe (The Athletic), Albert Breer (Sports Illustrated) and Mark Maske (Washington Post).
