Avery Williams

Tyler Allgeier broke rookie franchise records. Cordarrelle Patterson set to return for third season in Atlanta. Running back position already anchored as 2023 offseason begins. 

While the Falcons have had an up-and-down season in 2022, they have shown promise throughout the year. This season marks the first time in franchise history that the Falcons have had rookies as their leading rusher and leading receiver. 

Falcons rank fourth in NFL red-zone efficiency, scoring TDs on 68.2 percent of drives that go inside the 20

With the secondary taking a hit with injuries, Williams could see reps back at cornerback

Plus, Tori asks the question: Is there a formula for future opponents to follow when playing the Falcons? 

Jarrett's sack had the potential to be a game-altering moment for the Falcons. lnstead, the penalty that followed virtually sealed a win for the Bucs. 

Damien Williams is dealing with a rib injury that he sustained against the Saints last Sunday. Plus Falcons announce practice squad elevations.  

Damien Williams' rib injury may make way for the rookie running back to make his league debut after the running back in ruled out for Sunday's game. 

Though the initial 53-man roster is going to change in the coming days, here's what we can take away from the first announcement. 

The 53-man cut down is imminent. Who's fighting for a roster spot? 

We also discuss Avery Williams, Foye Oluokun's return and catches of the day in the final camp report

The age-old cliche across the league is that the jump players make from Year 1 to Year 2 is the most significant. How are we seeing that happen for the 2021 class? 

It may be easy to forget why the Falcons value Williams within the context of his transition, but you shouldn't. Williams will continue to make his mark as a special teams player. 

We also debate whether offense or defense will be better in this Friday mailbag

Veteran position coach also evaluates on Qadree Ollison, Avery Williams switching positions

Arthur Smith, Falcons staff believes dynamic return man can make offensive impact

Your questions answered by Tori, not Scott (yay)!

The Falcons nickel talks recovery, rehab and why he signed a one-year, prove-it deal to return to Atlanta in 2022. 

After being drafted in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, Williams played a primary role on special teams as a return specialist last season. 

Williams finished in the top 25 in kick return and punt return yards in 2021. 

Tori's Takeaways: The Saints capitalized on the Falcons inefficiency in spots. What are those spots and how can offseason moves help? 

The defensive coordinator said he wants a singular player at nickel. It's not a position he wants to rotate the way he has in 2021. Does this open the door to potentially resign Oliver? 

The Falcons placed four more players on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday

Veteran receiver formally considered doubtful to play Detroit

Falcons return man, running back and defensive back Avery Williams joins Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney for a candid conversation about life growing up on TV sets, with a mom who was a prominent TV producer and showrunner. He also talks about his time at Boise State, the mentality of a punt returner and what it means to have a "walk-on mentality."

Falcons take the day to meet and learn from service members at Joint Base Lewis-McChord while in Seattle.

Marquice Williams on what he sees in the Saints' special team unit, how Avery Williams evolved throughout the season, and how Yonghoe Koo's experience got him to where he is today.

Marquice Williams speaks to the media about Thomas Morstead earning NFC special teams player of the month, Avery Williams improvement throughout the season, and making the most out of every opportunity.

Marquice Williams speaks to the media about what he expects from the San Francisco 49ers this weekend.

Marquice Williams on Feleipe Franks playing multiple positions, players graduating from special teams, and how the rookie class has taken ownership in their roles on special teams.

Marquice Williams on growing as a coach throughout the season, the physicality on special teams, and how Thomas Morstead did a great job this past Sunday in the win against Jacksonville.

Dean Pees on the team wanting to get the bad taste out of their mouths from Sunday and being excited to play on Thursday night.

We mic'd up cornerback A.J. Terrell during the Falcons victory over the New Orleans Saints.

D. J. Shockley shines light on the intricacies of Dean Pees' defense and what the team does well pre-snap and post snap to confuse the opposing offense. Shockley also explains how the Panthers used the pre-snap to their advantage to convert a key 3rd and 6th in the 4th quarter of Sunday's game.

Special Teams Coordinator Marquice Williams speaks on how Avery Williams has come along throughout camp, how the team wants to play smart on special teams, and how the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship helped get him to where he is today.

Take a look inside the draft room as Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot put together their first ever draft class in the 2021 NFL Draft.

With the 183rd overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons select CB Avery Williams from Boise State.

Boise State Cornerback speaks to the media after being selected in the fifth round, 183rd overall, in the 2021 NFL Draft.