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Arthur Blank to Address Falcons Leadership Overhaul Today

Blank previews new hires across football leadership following the ousters of Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot.

Oct 26, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons team owner Arthur Blank on the field during the game against the Miami Dolphins during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Dec 29, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on the sideline against the Los Angeles Rams in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Falcons owner is holding a Thursday news conference, his first on‑camera remarks about the sweeping changes.
  • Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot were fired on Sunday after the team’s latest disappointing season.
  • Greg Beadles has been named president and CEO, and longtime executive Rich McKay has been moved to a different role.
  • Blank says the organization will hire a president of football in addition to a new general manager and head coach.
  • Local reports say former quarterback Matt Ryan could be named president of football as early as Thursday, with Ian Cunningham and Kevin Stefanski reported as frontrunners for GM and head coach, respectively, though no hires are finalized.